Ice Cream Man (film)

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Ice Cream Man
Directed byNorman Apstein
Written byDavid Dobkin and Sven Davison
Produced bySandy Hook
StarringClint Howard
CinematographyGarrett Griffin
Edited byDavid Dodson
Music byRichard Lyons
Production
company
Distributed byA-Pix Entertainment
Release date
1995
Running time
84 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Ice Cream Man is a 1995 American horror comedy film directed by Norman Apstein. The film stars Clint Howard as the titular character, a mentally disturbed ice cream vendor who turns to murder.

Plot[edit | edit source]

The story follows Gregory Tudor, who, as a child, witnesses the murder of his local ice cream man. Traumatized by the event, Gregory grows up to become an ice cream man himself. However, his traumatic past leads him to become a serial killer, using his ice cream truck as a cover for his gruesome activities. The film follows a group of children who begin to suspect Gregory's dark secret and attempt to expose him.

Cast[edit | edit source]

Production[edit | edit source]

The film was produced by Sandy Hook and written by David Dobkin and Sven Davison. The music was composed by Richard Lyons, and the cinematography was handled by Garrett Griffin. The film was edited by David Dodson.

Release[edit | edit source]

Ice Cream Man was released in 1995 by A-Pix Entertainment. Despite its low budget and mixed reviews, the film has gained a cult following over the years.

Reception[edit | edit source]

The film received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising Clint Howard's performance while others criticized the film's low-budget production values and campy tone. Over time, it has developed a cult following for its unique blend of horror and comedy.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

Ice Cream Man has become a cult classic among fans of B-movies and horror comedies. The film's unique premise and Clint Howard's memorable performance have contributed to its enduring popularity.

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External links[edit | edit source]

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