'Massacre at Femur Creek' Review: Slashing, S'mores, and So Much Sass
- Romey Norton
- Jun 17
- 3 min read
By Romey Norton - June 17, 2025
Horror fans, comedy lovers, and retro freaks: this one’s for you. Just when you thought the slasher genre had been carved to the bone, along comes Massacre at Femur Creek, a blood-soaked, totally bonkers backwoods horror comedy that wears its low-budget heart on its shredded plaid sleeve.
Directed and co-written by Kyle Hytonen, Massacre at Femur Creek is a glorious throwback to the VHS glory days, complete with a synth-heavy soundtrack, over-the-top kills, and dialogue that’s equal parts cheesy and sharp. Made on a humble $10,000 budget, the film proves that passion, personality, and a killer instinct (literally) go a long way.
What is the film 'Massacre at Femur Creek' about?
It’s the classic horror story where a group of friends head into the woods for a weekend of beer-fuelled debauchery for a bachelor party. Where the groom is nervous about getting married. But just as things start getting nostalgic and weird (in a good way), someone, or something, starts picking them off, one machete-swing at a time. What sets Femur Creek apart from its slash-happy cousins is its tongue-in-cheek wit and characters you actually sort of care about.
Massacre at Femur Creek is clearly inspired by the golden age of VHS horror (Just Before Dawn, Sleepaway Camp, early Friday the 13th), and becomes a love letter to 80s slashers. This nails the tone of those films while adding its own distinctly goofy, heartfelt flair. It’s John Hughes meets Jason Voorhees, and somehow, it works.
The acting is what you expect from an indie-slasher: a bit cheesy and over-the-top, a bit bad, but it works. It doesn’t take itself too seriously, and neither should you. It’s a slasher you can have fun with. From the opening scene of girl with giant boucey boobs looking to hitch-hike but being killed instead, you know you’re in fun a fun hour and twenty minutes. Some sections made me laugh out loud, especially with the added German accents. There’s also a clip of a little girl giving the middle finger, which cracked me up as it’s in a nice, reflective moment.
The film's pace is steady and doesn’t feel dragged out; there’s enough tension and action to keep you invested. And as the film progresses, the main question you’ll have is, will the groom get to the church on time?
The costumes and props are simple but effective, especially for a film with such a small budget. But don’t let the micro-budget fool you, this film’s made waves on the festival circuit. With wins like Best Canadian Feature at Amazing Fantasy Fest and Best Comedy Horror at Fright Night Film Fest, it's not just a cult favourite in the making; it's already got its little cult.
Is 'Massacre at Femur Creek' worth watching?
I’d say so. If you’re in the mood for a cheesy slasher with earnest DIY filmmaking and a genuinely fun ride, Massacre at Femur Creek hits the sweet (and sour) spot. It's the kind of movie best enjoyed with friends, a few drinks, and a nostalgic grin.
'Massacre at Femur Creek' is out now on Blu-ray - Available here
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