Talking Toxic Avenger with Lloyd Kaufman

About this episode

Bruce Marvel interviews Lloyd Kaufman about his work in low-budget horror and the creation of The Toxic Avenger.

In this episode of Marvel of Horror, host Bruce Marvel chats with the legendary Lloyd Kaufman—co-founder and president of Troma Entertainment and the creative force behind The Toxic Avenger. Together they dive into Kaufman’s cult-classic world, discussing the creation of The Toxic Avenger and new 2025 film. They talk the vampire horror film Sinners, and the shock-horror favorite Mother’s Day, among other highlights. Their conversation blends behind-the-scenes insights with playful banter, offering a lively exploration of low-budget horror, comedic gore, and the “Tromatic” spirit that defines Kaufman’s career.

People in this episode

Host: Bruce Marvel

Guest: Lloyd Kaufman

Topics covered

• low-budget horror
• cult classics
• comedic gore
• Troma Entertainment
• horror films

Keywords

• Toxic Avenger
• Lloyd Kaufman
• Troma Entertainment
• horror films
• cult classics
• comedic gore
• Sinners
• Mother’s Day

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Troma Entertainment

Books & works: The Toxic Avenger, Sinners, Mother’s Day

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