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Still from Massacre at Central High — Massacre at Central High (1976) — René DaalderPhotographed by Bertram van Munster

Poster for Massacre at Central High

René Daalder

Massacre at Central High

English / 1976 / 1h 27m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Thriller Horror

Letterboxd: 3.15/5·8.8K ratings·3.4K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

Maimed by bullies at a California high school, a new student engineers acts of revenge.

Included in
September 2023
Position 61

Credits

Crew

DirectorRené Daalder

WriterRené Daalder

CinematographerBertram van Munster

ComposerTommy Leonetti

EditorHarry Keramidas

Producer

Cast

Derrel Mauryas David

Andrew Stevensas Mark

Robert Carradineas Spoony

Kimberly Beckas Theresa

Ray Underwoodas Bruce

Steve Bondas Craig

Rex Steven Sikesas Rodney

Lani O'Gradyas Jane

Damon Douglasas Paul

Dennis Kortas Arthur

Cheryl Smithas Mary

Jeffrey Winneras Oscar

Tom Loganas Harvey

Massacre at Central High (1976) | Criteria