The Backlot Murders

The Backlot Murders

2002 · 90 min · ★ 3.8 · Comedy, Horror

A rock band, on the brink of success, arrives at a movie studio to produce their first music video. Somebody doesn't have much respect for their talent, and starts bumping off members of the band, their groupie girlfriends, and the crew.

Directed by David DeFalco · Written by Paul Arensburg

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