SLASHER TRASH DOCUMENTARY
Slasher movies aren’t just another horror subgenre—they’re an unapologetic celebration of gore, over-the-top villains, and fearless storytelling. In SLASHER TRASH, we’re peeling back the curtain on these cult favorites to reveal their wild, blood-soaked origins and enduring impact. From no-budget backyard productions to iconic franchises that refuse to die, this documentary dives into the campy, DIY spirit that made slashers simultaneously shocking and irresistibly fun.
Now, we want to hear your voice—whether you’re a hardcore gorehound or just love a good scare, your feedback on our synopsis will shape how we showcase the twisted charm and scrappy ingenuity of these unforgettable films. So grab your fake blood, check out our synopsis, and let us know what you think: your insights will help us create the ultimate homage to slasher cinema.
STEP ONE: READ THE SYNOPSIS
STEP TWO: PROVIDE FEEDBACK
STEP THREE: MEET THE TEAM
MICHAEL GINGOLD
Writer/Director
Michael grew up in the VHS-saturated horror boom of the 1980s, devouring countless slashers on tape and in theaters. A former editor at Fangoria, he has contributed to Rue Morgue, Delirium, and Inverse, among others. Michael’s published works include The Nightmare novelization (Severin), Ad Nauseam, and The FrightFest Guide to Monster Movies. With a knack for uncovering cult classics, he now steers SLASHER TRASH as Writer/Director.
GARETH MORGAN
Producer
Gareth 'SLASHER TRASH' Morgan is the creator of SLASHER TRASH, the world's largest social media community dedicated to the infamous sub-genre.
A lifelong devoted slasher fan, in 2017 Gareth poured his obsession into building a Facebook page where he could relentlessly riff on the good, the bad, and the trashy. SLASHER TRASH has gone on to amass 185,000 followers, who share his love for everything stalk-and-slash related.
Gareth is also super passionate about supporting independent filmmakers, having served as executive producer on a score of indie slasher films.
DANIEL RICHARDSON
Producer
Daniel is a prolific filmmaker and the producer/creator of the upcoming horror documentary series TerrorBytes, shot around the globe with some of the biggest names in horror gaming. A true horror hound, he also runs a YouTube channel dedicated to genre content, recently wrapping “Slasher Season,” a month-long deep dive of daily video essays celebrating the most notorious slashers. With SLASHER TRASH, Daniel is eager to explore the subgenre’s hidden gems, delivering both fan-favorite hits and unsung obscurities to an audience that can’t get enough of the slice-and-dice.
This fan consultation is just the beginning. Consultation will continue throughout production, creating an interactive journey that will culminate with a unique and fantastic documentary that you will have helped make; the ultimate SLASHER TRASH memento.
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