VHS Nasty (2019)

Dive into the dark underbelly of 80s home entertainment with VHS Nasty, the third installment in the infamous VHS Lives docu-series. This captivating film transports you back to a time when VCR players were ubiquitous and the birth of a legendary cult phenomenon occurred, resulting in an unparalleled love for The Video Nasty. Imagine a time when video stores, positioned on every street corner, were awash with a torrent of horror films so distinctive, they are unmatched to this day. Envision the compelling sleeve art, and embrace the unregulated realms of horror, gore, and sexploitation films that created seismic waves before their inevitable banning in the UK triggered a worldwide hysteria. VHS Nasty plunges you into the heart of the cult classic terror that is the video nasties, offering an exploratory journey through the tumultuous landscape of horror film censorship. Dedicated to unearthing the scandal that didn't just shake Britain in the early 80s, but also sent shivers across the globe, this film delves into cult video nasties such as Faces of Death, Cannibal Holocaust, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Driller Killer and many more. This journey into the forbidden is brought to life by Tony Newton, the pioneering creator and producer behind VHS Lives series, 60 Seconds to Die, 1000 Zombies and the Grindsploitation film series. VHS Nasty doesn't just tell the tale, it immerses you in the heart-pounding panic of a unique era.

VHS Nasty is a documentary movie directed by Tony Newton.

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