The Mutilator
“By pick, by axe, by sword, bye bye!”
Synopsis
As a child, Ed was cleaning his father’s hunting rifles - a surprise birthday treat for the old man - when one of them went off, hitting and killing his mother. On seeing the bloodshed, his father flew into a murderous rage - Ed just barely escaped with his life. Now in his teens, he returns home; he doesn’t expect to find his father, still there, waiting for a chance to settle the score . . .
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Type: Trailer • Published 2016-02-05
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 4, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 1, 1987
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Buddy Cooper
- Screenplay & Story
- Buddy Cooper
- Original Score
- Michael D. Minard
- Original Title
- The Mutilator
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- OK Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Buddy Cooper
Buddy Cooper
Michael D. Minard
Peter Schnall
Stephen Mack
Buddy Cooper
Department Leadership Roster
Buddy Cooper
Director
Buddy Cooper
Producer
Buddy Cooper
Writer
Peter Schnall
Director of Photography
Stephen Mack
Editor
Michael D. Minard
Original Music Composer
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Mutilator
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What is The Mutilator about?
As a child, Ed was cleaning his father’s hunting rifles - a surprise birthday treat for the old man - when one of them went off, hitting and killing his mother. On seeing the bloodshed, his father flew into a murderous rage - Ed just barely escaped with his life. Now in his teens, he returns home; he doesn’t expect to find his father, still there, waiting for a chance to settle the score . . .
Who directed The Mutilator?
The Mutilator was directed by Buddy Cooper.
Who stars in The Mutilator?
The principal cast of The Mutilator includes Matt Mitler, Ruth Martinez, Bill Hitchcock, Connie Rogers, Frances Sherman.
When was The Mutilator released and how long is it?
The Mutilator was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for The Mutilator?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Mutilator was composed by Michael D. Minard.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Mutilator?
The Mutilator holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).