CHOPPING MALL

Cinemavixion Review

A cult classic of 80s sci-fi horror, 'Chopping Mall' delivers exactly what its title promises with a gleeful, B-movie sensibility. Directed by Jim Wynorski, the film plunges a group of teenagers into a nightmarish scenario where a high-tech shopping mall becomes a death trap, courtesy of malfunctioning security robots. The premise is simple yet effective, escalating into a thrilling, albeit campy, battle for survival. Kelli Maroney and Tony O'Dell lead a cast that embraces the absurdity with gusto, making the human drama as engaging as the robot-induced chaos. While perhaps not a critical darling, its blend of slasher tropes and robotic menace, coupled with a surprisingly solid production for its budget, has cemented its place in the hearts of genre fans. It's a testament to creative, low-budget filmmaking that still offers a fun, adrenaline-fueled ride.