saw this in 4DX (in that I was sitting next to Ben Hosley)
A gang of thugs devise a cruel hoax that goes horribly wrong as Melvin, a nerdy emaciated janitor at the local health club, is cast through a third story window into a vat of hazardous toxic waste.
Where to watch
1The Toxic Avenger is showing in 1 cinema in Los Angeles — next screening Thursday 30 July at 19:00 at Art Theatre of Long Beach.
Thursday, 30 July
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7What people say
The only toxic relationship I want in my life.
The Toxic Avenger is a simple reminder that the best super hero is from my home state of New Jersey.
Common questions
What is The Toxic Avenger about?+
After being bullied and covered in toxic waste, a puny janitor is transformed into a deformed, superhuman vigilante who protects the citizens of Tromaville.
Who directed The Toxic Avenger?+
It was directed by Lloyd Kaufman and Michael Herz, the founders of Troma Entertainment, a studio known for its low-budget, transgressive independent cinema.
Has The Toxic Avenger won any awards?+
The film did not receive major mainstream awards, but it became a global cult phenomenon and helped establish the Troma brand.
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