The Prowler (1981)
AKA Rosemary's Killer. One of the better early slasher films, this one is marked by it's high production value, mostly owed to a good budget and interesting locations. The basic mystery plot is adequate but the weakest part. One murder 35 years ago at the Spring Dance has shut the dance down until today, and now the dance will be held again. So, it's like Tom Savini does Footloose, which is perfect since he worked with Kevin Bacon in Friday the 13th. Savini only did the effects on this film; Joseph Zito directed (they shared the same roles on Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter). The kills are excellent and brutal, and many of the set-pieces work very nicely and can sometimes get some good tension going.
Tagline: If you think you're safe... you're DEAD wrong!; The human exterminator.; It will freeze your blood.
Highlights: The DVD commentary by Joseph Zito and Tom Savini. The gory kills, augmented by great sound and makeup effects. The production value/locations. Lawrence Tierney!
Tagline: If you think you're safe... you're DEAD wrong!; The human exterminator.; It will freeze your blood.
Highlights: The DVD commentary by Joseph Zito and Tom Savini. The gory kills, augmented by great sound and makeup effects. The production value/locations. Lawrence Tierney!
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