Murdercize: Neon Legwarmers, VHS Gore, and the Rise of 80s Exploitation

Step into a neon-soaked VHS dream where rival aerobics queens chase fame—and something far deadlier—through sweat, spandex, and synth. In this episode, cult filmmaker Paul Ragsdale pulls back the curtain on Murdercize, the outrageous slasher that wears its 80s obsessions as a badge of honor. Ragsdale traces the film from dusty video-store inspirations and mafia-funded workout tapes to the challenge of writing a killer you can oddly root for. He names his influences, shares on-set stories, and explains how campy one-liners, killer needle drops, and raw passion turned a small idea into a midnight-movie revival. Short, candid, and wildly entertaining, this interview is for anyone who loves boot-cut leotards, VHS nostalgia, and the glorious madness of indie exploitation—Murdercize is streaming on Tubi; consider this your fast-forwarded invitation. CHECK IT OUT: https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/APFilms https://filmthreat.com/reviews/murdercise-horror-comedy-2023-review/ https://youtu.be/XimU55yGJ6g https://tubitv.com/en-au/movies/100009154/murdercise