The Burning

  • Theatrical - Wide 1981-05-08

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The Burning tells the tale of a summer camp caretaker named Cropsy who is horribly burnt from a prank gone wrong. Years later, he is released from the hospital with severe disfigurements, and seeks revenge on those responsible at a nearby... See more summer camp

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