description The Burning Overview
The Burning is a 1981 horror film concerning a former summer camp caretaker seeking retribution after being severely burned by a prank. Years later, he targets another summer camp with deadly consequences. This Canadian-American production featured several actors in their film debuts.
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info The Burning Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1981 |
help The Burning FAQ
What is The Burning about?
The Burning is a 1981 slasher about Cropsy, a camp caretaker badly burned by a cruel prank. After recovering, he returns to target another summer camp.
Who plays Cropsy in The Burning?
Lou David plays Cropsy, the film's scarred killer. The cast also includes Brian Matthews, Leah Ayres, and a young Jason Alexander.
Is The Burning connected to Friday the 13th?
It is a separate film, but it belongs to the same early-1980s summer-camp slasher wave as Friday the 13th. Both use an isolated camp setting, young counselors, and a masked or concealed killer.
When was The Burning released?
The Canadian-American film was released in 1981. It is known for its practical gore effects, including the film's signature attack with garden shears.
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