Cinema Review: Survival of the Film Freaks is a fascinating look at decades of cult cinema
Survival of the Film Freaks is a documentary exploring the phenomenon of cult film in America and how it endures to the present day. Through interviews with filmmakers and fans, the documentary traces decades of film fanaticism from the era of midnight screenings at the cinema to the present digital age. The viewer learns about the factors that define a cult film and gains an understanding of the cultural significance of these films. Right when the documentary starts, it points out that cult films have existed from the beginning of the film medium itself. The people who are attracted to cult films are those who do not see themselves in the big budget mainstream box office films. Films that become cult classics are typically independent efforts with modest budgets. Because of that, they often rely on shocking storylines, outlandish action, and special makeup effects as a way to stand out in the crowded landscape of movies. The documentary examines changes in technology, and h