I’ve watched my fair share of slasher films, especially ones from the 80’s, and I’ve always thought, “how would I fair in one of these scenarios”? Then, realizing I’m big, slow, and not especially smart or clever, that I’d probably be the first to go. But maybe not! Because there’s a reality show from the UK that mimics the structure of a slasher film, with contestants trying to escape a prototypical slasher villain as they are all “murdered” one-by-one, which will be re-aired in America by the CW.
Here’s the official synopsis:
11 British strangers are shocked to discover they are not going on a fun new reality show called “Summer Camp’” but actually participating in a horror whodunnit called “Killer Camp.” Each night someone will be ‘murdered’ – and they must determine who the secret murderer is amongst them.
The object of the game is to earn cash while avoiding being killed and therefore eliminated from the game. The murderer will bump off their fellow campers in ever more extreme, hilarious and inventive ways; it’s the job of the innocents to work out who is responsible before it’s too late… The killer will eliminate an innocent every night, assisted by the evil camp handyman “Bruce,” who actually executes the bloody hilarious death scenes. Comedian Bobby Mair takes on presenting duties as Camp Counselor.
I mean, how much of a "reality" show is it if people aren't really getting murdered? But sounds like it could be fun, regardless, if done well. I'm certainly curious!
Meanwhile, the 5-part competition series will premiere on the CW July 16th at 5pm PST.
So what do you guys think? And how long do you think you'd last in a slasher movie? Either way, sound off below!
