RiffTrax: The Devils Hand

RiffTrax: The Devils Hand is a comedy movie with an unexpected twist: it is a live comedic commentary of another film. It features the creators of cult TV show "Mystery Science Theater 3000", Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett who bring their hallmark humorous, sarcastic, and often absurd commentary to an old horror film 'The Devil's Hand' from the 1960s.

The core process of film riffing is taken to new heights with RiffTrax's unique cinematic intervention, making an otherwise mundane or clichéd film into a comedy spectacle. The experienced team of Nelson, Murphy, and Corbett 'riff' the original film with their live commentary, injecting their running commentary at just the right moments to highlight the amusing absurdities, ludicrous dialogues, and the sheer ridiculousness of the movie's situations.

The film they riff on, 'The Devil's Hand’, is an American low-budget horror movie that originally debuted in the 1960s. The film is nested in the B-movie horror style of the era, filled with tacky special effects and over-the-top performances. The film is infamous for its convoluted plot, cheesy dialogue, and its knee-deep venture into the supernatural theme. It's an obscure cult classic that is ripe for the comedic plucking by the talented trio.

The storyline of 'The Devil's Hand' involves a man plagued by recurrent nightmares of a beautiful woman, a creepy doll, and a mysterious cult. Nelson, Murphy, and Corbett riff on these elements, amidst plot twists, dark secrets, and thrilling surprises. The story is filled with both suspense and comedy, providing plenty of fodder for the RiffTrax team to pick apart and spin into gold.

Nelson, Murphy, and Corbett are experts in this form of comedic commentary. Their years of experience with "Mystery Science Theater 3000" shine through as they utilize their improvisational skills, finely honed comedic timing, and gift for sarcastic humor to render this B-movie into a hysterical piece of entertainment. They feed off each other's energy and riffing styles to seamlessly meld their individual comedic takes, adding a whole new level of entertainment to the original 'Devils Hand'.

In between the commentary, there are short segments of standalone comedy that include skits and amusing anecdotes about the film industry, popular culture, and the vintage era of the B-movie genre. These segments add another dimension of humor and provide a brief interval between the riffings.

RiffTrax: The Devils Hand does not just make fun of the original film, but it celebrates its campiness and turn it into an entertaining blockbuster experience that gives audiences plenty of moments to laugh out loud. It's a weird, wild, and genuinely epic comedic ride which becomes much more than a simple comedic commentary.

RiffTrax: The Devils Hand will keep you entertained with its delightful, razor-sharp wit and its clever, irreverent humor. Even if you've never seen the original film, the RiffTrax team provides enough context and riffing to ensure that you are caught up in the laughs. Whether you're a longtime fan of "Mystery Science Theater 3000" or new to the concept of film riffing, this is a comedy feast that shouldn't be missed.

In summary, RiffTrax: The Devils Hand is for those who enjoy unconventional, cynical humor but it's also an experience for lovers of vintage and cult films. The RiffTrax trio brings their unique brand of humor to an otherwise cult horror film and converts it into a comedy spectacle. Their rapid-fire jokes and observations punctuated by sidesplitting anecdotes and skits make this movie a riot of laughter. A true testament to their unique brand of humor, RiffTrax: The Devil's Hand is an entertaining ride through the eccentric world of B movies, via the fantastic humor of Nelson, Murphy, and Corbett.