The Burning (1981) Horror

Rated R | Threatrical May 08, 1981 (US) | Genres Horror | Runtime 1h 31m
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The Burning Plot Synopsis:


Synopsis / Plot Summary: A janitor at a summer camp is accidently burned severely from a prank. Years later, he is released from an institute, and returns to the camp with a pair of hedge clippers to take revenge on the campers.

Tagline: Gather Around the Campfire to Die!

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Official Trailer

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The Burning Movie Information:

Type: Movie
Year: 1981 (more 1981 movies)
MPAA Rating: R
Runtime: 91 minutes /
Genres:  Horror
Sub-Genres:  Serial Killers
Horror Genres:  Slasher
Horror Subgenres:  Serial Killer, Teens
Directors: Tony Maylam
Stars: Brian Matthews, Leah Ayres, Brian Backer, Larry Joshua, Jason Alexander … (cast list)
Release Date: Theatrical Release Date May 08, 1981
Language: English
Country: United States
Release Dates: Movie Release Dates / The Burning Release Dates In Theaters: May 08, 1981
Writers: Harvey Weinstein, Tony Maylam, Brad Grey, Peter Lawrence, Bob Weinstein
Producers: Michael Cohl, André Djaoui, Daniel Ubaud, Jean Ubaud, Harvey Weinstein
Editors: Jack Sholder

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