Masters of Horror Episode 8: Cigarette Burns



The Masters of Horror series on Showtime brings the top horror writers and directors together for a series of incredible one-hour features. In the eighth episode, Cigarette Burns John Carpenter creates the rare and obscure film that qualifies as a treasure.

Written by The Zombie Master Lee Roberts
March 2, 2007

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Original air date: December 16, 2005
Directed by: John Carpenter
Written by: Drew McWeeny and Scott Swan

Starring:
Norman Reedus
as Kirby Sweetman
Udo Kier as Mr. Bellinger


Synopsis: Kirby Sweetman (Norman Reedus) is a small theater owner who is best known for his ability to track down obscure films for collectors. At a time when the future of his theater is in question, Mr. Bellinger (Udo Kier) invites him to a search for the supposed “holy grail” of horror; a film by the name of “Le Fin Absolue du Monde” or “Absolute End of the World”. Rumor has it that there is only one copy and any one who sees it goes murderously insane. Kirby’s search in Cigarette Burns will take him to the edge of the macabre and beyond.

Thoughts: Being a certifiable Horror Freak, I am always looking for the rare and obscure film that constitutes being called a treasure. Cigarette Burns qualifies. I am also a huge fan of John Carpenter which intensified my enjoyment of Cigarette Burns. Carpenter takes any concept, no matter how outlandish, and places it on the verge of believability. Udo Kier (Blade, There’s No Fish Food in Heaven, etc) and Norman Reedus (Blade 2, Mimic, etc) played their characters to borderline perfection. Cigarette Burns is my favorite of the 13 Masters of Horror episodes. Questions or comments about Cigarette Burns?  Contact us!


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