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The Incredible Torture Show

  • 1976
  • Unrated
  • 1h 28m
IMDb RATING
4.7/10
6.6K
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The Incredible Torture Show (1976)
Dark ComedySatireComedyHorror

In the Theatre of the Macabre in New York, Sardu and his assistants present a show involving the torture and mutilation of young women. The audience assumes it is just an act, but the tortur... Read allIn the Theatre of the Macabre in New York, Sardu and his assistants present a show involving the torture and mutilation of young women. The audience assumes it is just an act, but the torture is real, as are the deaths.In the Theatre of the Macabre in New York, Sardu and his assistants present a show involving the torture and mutilation of young women. The audience assumes it is just an act, but the torture is real, as are the deaths.

  • Director
    • Joel M. Reed
  • Writer
    • Joel M. Reed
  • Stars
    • Seamus O'Brien
    • Viju Krem
    • Niles McMaster
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  • IMDb RATING
    4.7/10
    6.6K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Joel M. Reed
    • Writer
      • Joel M. Reed
    • Stars
      • Seamus O'Brien
      • Viju Krem
      • Niles McMaster
    • 173User reviews
    • 82Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Seamus O'Brien
    Seamus O'Brien
    • Sardu
    Viju Krem
    Viju Krem
    • Natasha Di Natalie
    Niles McMaster
    Niles McMaster
    • Tom Maverick
    Dan Fauci
    • Police Sgt. John Tucci
    Alan Dellay
    Alan Dellay
    • Creasy Silo
    Ernie Pysher
    • Doctor
    Luis De Jesus
    Luis De Jesus
    • Ralphus
    • (as Louie de Jesus)
    Helen Thompson
    Helen Thompson
    • Sardu's Assistant - Curled Hair
    Ellen Faison
    • Sardu's Assistant - Straight Hair
    • (as Saiyanidi)
    Carol Mara
    Linda Small
    Alphonso DeNoble
    • Middle Eastern White Slaver
    • (as Alphonso)
    Illa Howe
    • Girl on Guillotine
    Lynette Sheldon
    • Doctor's Compensation
    Jenny Baxter
    • Electrically Shocked Girl
    • (as Janis Beaver)
    Karen Fraser
    Michelle Craig
    Crystal Sync
    • Caged Girl - Light Brown Hair
    • (as Erica Wolfe)
    • Director
      • Joel M. Reed
    • Writer
      • Joel M. Reed
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    Lirazel

    Evil sadism wins again!

    This is easily one of the most subversive, sick and demented films ever made..and badly made at that. A few of the scenes are stolen from early 1970's porno comics from Europe..as in the beheading/oral sex shot, scavenged from a really nasty little 8-pager called, "Nazi Sex." (!) If 1963 H.G.Lewis style gore and filmed-on-velveeta style direction are your joys, this is the film to seek out above all others..it's as bad as they come, and will get even jaded viewers to feel uncomfortable. I still regret renting this one, although it's good to know that any thought that is human is still available at the local video store...
    7christopher-underwood

    if the title appeals, give it a go

    Having acquired this on Blu-ray, I was most surprised to discover that I had never seen it. I certainly saw plenty of its ilk back in the video collecting days. It has to be said, however, that like the old sex film posters, there was a considerable gap between what was offered and what was provided. Imagine my surprise then to find not only had I never seen it but that it was as described complete with a cage of 'bloodsucking freaks', well naked ladies who eat chunks of human flesh. At the start we cut from an on stage atrocity to an audience shot where some 'complain' that it is all a sham, 'just acting'and the impresario informs us not so. As a film audience, of course, when we see the body parts cut off and eyeballs removed know well that this is acting and effects but it becomes clear that within the film these activities are real Its all very silly and over the top but the effects aren't bad, the humour is amusing and the low budget not as obvious in some. Trouble has been taken with the set design too and most scenes actually look good as opposed to ill lit basement sequences badly put together. Hardly something to recommend to just anyone but if the title appeals, give it a go.
    7Tito-8

    Unforgettable

    It's VERY hard to believe that it has already been four years since I first saw this film. I vividly remember the non-stop tastelessness, the pathetic attempts at humour, the frequent gore, and of course, Ralphus, who is one of the most vile characters that I have ever seen in the movies. Yet, having said all that, I liked this movie. There are some scenes that are as funny as anything that you're ever likely to see...although in a SICK way. It isn't for the squeamish or the easily offended, but if you can appreciate low-budget trash for what it is, then you'll probably find that this movie is well worth your time.
    gonzofilms

    YUM YUM, I'LL HAVE THAT BRAIN SHAKE TO GO!!

    Anyone who takes this film seriously should be punished in the same style as the victims in this movie. A black-humor, and a funny one at that. You will laugh your ass off when you see some of the more absurd scenes in this movie. Extremely campy, and slow moving at times, but a perfect 70's horror film to watch when it's raining outside and the kids aren't home.
    TheVampyreSyndicateCom

    Sick Gross And Absolutly Revolting I Love It!

    If you enjoy a movie full of weird, sick and revolting content this is the one to watch! I absolutly love this movie. No their isnt any vampires in it (Although it does have similarities) but it is filled with sadistic, gross, torturistic images sure to satisfy any vampiristic desires..

    Think of it as a sideshow of the grotesque for that is how I view it. If I had to point out the shortfalls in the movie I would say the ending although ok, could have been better and at times the content moves along rather slow but once it gets going you will love it..

    In a strange way it reminds me of the "suicide club" segment in the "Nighttrain To Terror" movie.. You find yourself anticipating the next scene. Is this movie sick? Depends on the viewer and their outlook. I would say it was great grotesque entertainment..

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    • Trivia
      Troma had the film cut to gain an "R" rating, then shipped the unrated print to theaters telling them it was the R rated version. This was discovered when a woman allegedly complained after taking a very young child to see the movie. Eventually the MPAA sued Troma for improper use of the copyrighted "Rated R" logo.
    • Goofs
      When Ralphus begins sawing the girl's hand off in the 'dismemberment' scene, the saw is to the inside of the shackle. When the camera view changes, the saw is to the outside of the shackle.
    • Quotes

      Master Sardu: Her mouth shall make an interesting urinal!

    • Alternate versions
      The R-rated cut runs 84 minutes, the director's cut is also the uncut version and runs 89 minutes. Some DVDs state it is 91 minutes long, but this is an error. There never was a 91-minute version.
    • Connections
      Edited into Dying: Last Seconds of Life, Part II (1988)

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    • Release date
      • November 3, 1976 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Troma
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Incredible Torture Show
    • Filming locations
      • Columbus Circle, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
    • Production company
      • Alan C. Margolin - Joel M. Reed Productions
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 28m(88 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Mono
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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