Description

Iconic director Lloyd Kaufman, creator of “The Toxic Avenger,” and the Troma Team champion independent art at Cannes in an era of media consolidation.

Love them or loathe them, Lloyd Kaufman and the Troma Team have been a staple of the Cannes Film Festival since 1971. Renowned for using guerrilla tactics and provocative artistry to sell films, Troma's audacious performances spark controversy and curiosity, drawing the scrutiny of law enforcement.

Known for a universe of superheroes with a global cult following, Troma Entertainment may be the last surviving truly independent film studio. Trey Parker, Matt Stone and James Gunn are Troma proteges you’ve heard of, and there are hundreds of other young artists who have found a voice with the company.

But, like hundreds of thousands of species on this planet, Troma is at risk of going extinct.

After 40 years of selling films at Cannes, this could be their final trip.

Presented through the distinct lens of Kaufman’s daughters, who possess unparalleled access to Troma and the freedom to pose questions that no other filmmaker can, “Occupy Cannes” asks: does Kaufman’s defiant stance attract coveted buyers, or ostracize Troma from the industry’s inner circle?

A new wave of voices rises from the struggle, proving Troma’s renegade spirit lives on and offering hope for the future of independent cinema.

Cast/Crew

Director/Writer: Lily-Hayes Kaufman

Executive Producer: Julie Corman and Roger Corman

Director of Photography: Charlotte Kaufman

Featuring: Lloyd Kaufman, Catherine Corcoran

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