Red Letter Media and Josh Robert Thompson gush over STREET TRASH (1987)

In a new episode that feels like a beautifully warped love letter to the grimy underbelly of 1980s independent cinema, Red Letter Media along with the immensly talented comedian and voice actor Josh Robert Thompson gush —knowledgeably, reverently, and hilariously—over the infamous splatter satire STREET TRASH (1987). And for anyone who cares about the legacy of subversive horror, or who understands what a singular achievement STREET TRASH really is, this conversation is a gift.

As longtime fans already know, STREET TRASH isn't just another gross-out VHS-era curiosity. It’s a nihilistic, darkly funny, and vividly stylized descent into urban decay—part horror, part social satire, and all guts.

In the hour-long video, Mike and Jay are clearly in their element, tossing around deep production trivia with Thompson, whose enthusiasm borders on scholarly obsession.

Thompson, known mostly for his voice work on FAMILY GUY and dead on impressions, brings a level of detail that even hardened horror nerds may find surprising—pulling out quotes, obscure facts, and insights into the film’s score and special effects. It's the kind of deep dive that not only validates the film's cult status but elevates it as a legitimate artifact of gonzo indie cinema.

For Frumkes, whose work as a filmmaker, critic, and educator has always danced on the border between high and low culture, this kind of attention is well-earned. It's rare that a cult film writer sees his work discussed with such a mix of irreverence and admiration. And it’s even rarer when that spotlight reaches an entirely new generation of genre fans.

For Films in Review, a publication with nearly a century-long history of chronicling cinematic milestones both obscure and celebrated, it’s gratifying to see its publisher’s legacy honored in this way. Frumkes may have once envisioned STREET TRASH as a provocation—an outrageous, fluorescent finger in the eye of polite taste—but the conversation it continues to spark proves it has real staying power.

With Red Letter Media’s platform and Thompson’s infectious enthusiasm, STREET TRASH is enjoying yet another moment in the cultural sewer spotlight.