1. Maniac Cop
A stiff but stylish take on the slasher genre, Maniac Cop features some beautiful city cinematography and schlocky gore. A fun, pretty, mindless gorefest.
2. Pieces
Another slasher flick, Pieces is slightly more informed by giallo and satire. This film is rife with logical inconsistencies, bad dialogue, and ridiculous moments, but its D-movie charm pulls it together.
3. Process Red
A short, three minute experiment of contrasting colors and vague nihilism, Process Red works best as a treat for the eyes.
4. The Bitter Tears of Petra Von Kant
A lush yet claustrophobic tale of 1970s morality and venomous codependency, The Bitter Tears of Petra Von Kant is a pioneer of LGBTQA cinema and is the standout film of the 22nd Berlin International Film Festival.
5. Ninja Scroll
Despicably violent and charged with rapine themes, Ninja Scroll is a heavy watch for an animated action cartoon. It's this uncomfortable atmosphere that warrants its intense cult following and critical acclaim.
