Landis

In the gripping exploration of filmmaker and critic Bill Landis, "Landis" delves into the world of 1980s horror and exploitation cinema, chronicling the impact of his publication, Sleazoid Express. With a unique blend of film criticism and cultural anthropology, Landis illuminated the grindhouse scene of 42nd Street while grappling with personal demons as both a brilliant intellect and an outsider. Award-winning author Preston Fassel weaves Landis' life story—from his turbulent beginnings to his untimely death—supported by exclusive interviews and unpublished writings, revealing a complex figure whose legacy deserves recognition.