FlopFest

An ode to the most notorious B-movies

Programmer Thomas about FlopFest:

"This month, Filmhuis The Hague invites you to embrace the chaos, the absurdity, and the unintentional brilliance of some of the most notorious B-movies ever made with Flop Fest. 

This mini retrospective is a dive into the wonderfully wacky world of films that are so bad, they transcend the realm of mere entertainment and become something truly special.

FlopFest is a tribute to the unpolished gems of cinema that have gained cult status not despite their flaws but because of them. These are the films that pushed the boundaries of good taste, logic, and sometimes even basic filmmaking. Here, in the realm of Troma and beyond, you'll find movies where guns and explosions are in abundance, dialogue is hilariously cringe-worthy, and action montages defy all sense of time and space.

These movies may have been dismissed by critics, but they’ve been cherished by fans for their unintentional humor, bizarre plot twists, and sheer audacity.

FlopFest isn’t just about laughing at these films; it’s about appreciating them as fascinating time capsules of cinema. They reflect an era when filmmakers dared to be different, often due to limited budgets, resulting in creations that are raw, imaginative, and irresistibly fun. 

So, if you're ready to experience the ultimate in guilty pleasure viewing, Flop Fest at Filmhuis The Hague is the place to be. Come laugh, cringe, and marvel at the fantastically flawed films that prove sometimes, being bad is really, really good."

Films in this program

• 27-9 Hard Ticket to Hawaii
• 11-10 Killer Klowns from Outer Space
• 20-10 Surf Nazis Must Die