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18-04-2025
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Eli Roth Announces Surprise ‘Rotten Fruit' Reunion — Punk Claymation Series Now Streaming Unseen Episodes
We've seen horror director Eli Roth split open skulls before, but the jack-of-many-trades and (surprise!) stop-motion animator has never been stuck in your head like he will be with 'The Rotten Fruit.' Catchy bordering on torturous, the theme song for Roth's latest archival release goes a little something like… ♫ Rotten Fruit… We're The Rotten Fruit… The most popular band in the wooorld! ♫ More from IndieWire 'The Legend of Ochi' Review: A Stunningly Beautiful Fantasy Throwback Struggles to Sustain Its Magic 'La Chimera' Filmmaker Alice Rohrwacher Named 2025 Cannes Camera d'Or Jury President Celebrating its 25th anniversary by finally making its streaming debut on the platform WeShort today, April 18, 'The Rotten Fruit' is a cult classic web series co-created by Roth and Noah Belson. A childhood friend of the gonzo filmmaker, better known to genre fans for his credit as Guitar Man in 'Cabin Fever,' Belson grew up making movies with Roth in Newton, Massachusetts. While living in L.A. trying to break into the industry together, the pair developed 'The Rotten Fruit' for the now-defunct in 2000. Despite a lofty goal to become 'the HBO of the internet,' released just three of the eight episodes Roth, Belson, and their animation crew made on a shoestring budget. The other five installments have either never been released or remain completely unseen, until now. By the time these so-called 'new' episodes were posted online, the duo told IndieWire, the site had gone completely bankrupt. 'Even though it was limited in terms of who saw it, we had a lot of people contacting us asking about more episodes,' Roth told IndieWire. The director not only wrote, animated, and edited on the project but also composed and performed its outrageous songs; Belson and Roth voiced the shorts' cast together. 'We had a mailing list with thousands of people on it who were constantly asking, 'When are more 'Rotten Fruit' episodes coming out?'' Roth said. 'Now, it's like, 'We're working on it. Really.' 'Give us 25 more years, maybe,' Belson joked. 'But we'll get you some more.'' Speaking with IndieWire over Zoom, the reunited collaborators shared their hopes to revive 'The Rotten Fruit' as a modern satire soon. They also reflected on the ridiculousness of the original production — a 'crazy' quintessential SoCal summer that, for good or bad, sounds like the plot of its own movie. From the pitfalls of early web financing to a backyard pool filled with alligators, 'The Rotten Fruit' got as rock-and-roll behind the scenes as its edible punk rockers look getting sliced and diced on stage. Running roughly three minutes each, all eight 'Rotten Fruit' episodes are free for anyone to watch during the raunchy (or should we say ranchy?) comedy's first week streaming on WeShort. The short film service is working in partnership with Roth's fan-owned media company and genre brand, The Horror Section. The following episode descriptions were provided to IndieWire: Episode 1 — 'The Battle of the Bands' The Rotten Fruit compete against the popular boy band C-5 in a battle of the bands. Suspecting they might lose, the Fruit use cutthroat tactics to ensure victory. Episode 2 — 'Concert Riots' After a stampede at one of their concerts resulting in the death of a fan, the band decide to put on a benefit show, with even more disastrous results. Episode 3 — 'The Critic' The Rotten Fruit take their biggest critic hostage to try and win him over. Episode 4 — 'We Are the World' Manager Guy The Pie Shapiro arranges a collaboration for a charity song, only for the band to learn it's with the newly re-formed C-5. Episode 5 — 'Snackster' The Rotten Fruit try to put an end to online piracy by personally going after the fans stealing their music. Episode 6 — 'David Lunch' The Rotten Fruit film a music video with legendary artist and surrealist director David Lunch. Episode 7 — 'Room Service' The Rotten Fruit trash a hotel room, then are tricked into cleaning it up. Episode 8 — 'Cancer Boy' The Rotten Fruit decide to record a benefit song for a young peach with cancer, only to realize that no good deed goes unpunished. WeShort is now streaming 'The Rotten Fruit.' Check back for IndieWire's full interview with Roth and Belson. Best of IndieWire Nightmare Film Shoots: The 36 Most Grueling Films Ever Made, from 'Deliverance' to 'The Wages of Fear' The 24 Best Vampire Movies Ever Made, from 'Nosferatu' to 'Sinners' The 27 Best War Movies of the 21st Century, from 'Dunkirk' to 'The Hurt Locker'
Chicago Tribune
27-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Community news: Free dental exams for kids and Valentine's workshop
School of Arts galleries presents fine arts faculty exhibits The Indiana University Northwest School of the Arts is hosting two gallery shows: an exhibition of new works by School of the Arts Dean David Klamen and an installation by visiting lecturer of photography Giselle Mira Diaz. Nonexistent, a collection of paintings and ceramics by Klamen, will be on exhibit at the School of the Arts Gallery in the Arts and Sciences Building, 3415 Broadway, Gary. An Opening Artist Talk and Reception will take place at 5 p.m. Tuesday. Rotten Fruit, a mixed media show exploring colonialism and agriculture by Diaz, will be on display at the Gallery for Contemporary Art in Savannah Center, 65 W. 33rd St., Gary. An Opening Talk and Reception will be held at 1 p.m. Feb. 13. Both shows open Tuesday and run through early March. The School of the Arts Gallery and the Gallery for Contemporary Art are open from Noon to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday. More information is with Erin McHugh at ermchugh@ or 219-981-5627. CHS to host annual Big Band Bash Chesterton High School's (CHS) Music Department will host its annual Big Band Bash at 7 p.m. Feb. 7 and 8 in the CHS Cafeteria, 2125 S. 11th St., Chesterton. The Big Band Bash Gala will be held Feb. 7 with raffles and music. Dance Night, featuring an expanded dance floor will take place Feb. 8. Swing Dance lessons will be offered at 6:30 p.m. Enter through Door 31. The evening will feature raffles, refreshments, and music performed by CHS's Jazz Ensemble and Maroon Jazz Band. Reserved seating (tables of 6) is available on both nights. General Admission tickets will be available at the door Feb. 8 only. Students can receive a discount. Reserved tickets must be purchased online. Tickets are $20 for reserved seating, $20 for general admission, $15 for students. Purchase tickets online at Proceeds from the Big Band Bash will benefit the upcoming All That Jazz performance on May 10 with special guest artists Bonzo Squad. Valpo welcomes the public to spring semester performances Join Valparaiso University as they present a variety of events including jazz, Gospel, dance, music from blockbuster films, a baroque masterwork, and a musical theatre performance. Performances are free unless otherwise noted. Epic Film Music Concert will begin at 7 p.m. Feb. 8 at Chapel of the Resurrection, 1600 Chapel Drive, Valparaiso. Enjoy music from the big screen as the Valparaiso University Chamber Concert Band and the Valparaiso High School Bands perform this year's Epic Film Music Concert: 'Music of Asia.' Band Festival Concerts will be held at 3 and 5 p.m. Feb. 15, at Chapel of the Resurrection. At 3 p.m., the Valparaiso University Luce Concert Band will combine with guest high school students for the Valparaiso University Small High School Band Festival. The performance will be a sensory-friendly and welcoming concert. Valparaiso University music therapy students will lead activities with members of the neurodivergent, autistic, and disabled communities in Northwest Indiana. At 5 p.m., the Valparaiso Community/University Concert Band, Valparaiso University Luce Concert Band, and guest musicians from local community bands will present the annual community band festival. More information is with Michael Fenton at 219-464-6757 or IU Northwest offering free dental exams, cleanings for children The annual Give Kids a Smile event, hosted by the Indiana University Northwest Dental Hygiene Program in partnership with the American Dental Association, will provide free dental exams, dental cleanings, X-rays, fluoride treatments and oral hygiene instructions to children ages 5 to 12 years old who do not have dental insurance. The event will be from 8 a.m. to Noon Feb. 15 and Feb. 22 in the IU Northwest Dunes Medical/Professional Building, 3400 Broadway, Gary. Dental hygiene students from IU Northwest will provide care, alongside a licensed dentist and dental hygienists. Space is limited. Walk-ins will not be accepted. Schedule an appointment by contacting the Dental Clinic at 219-980-6772. Reference 'Give Kids a Smile' program when scheduling. Upcycled Valentine's Family Workshop The Recycling and Waste Reduction District and the Art Barn will host the Upcycled Valentine's Family Workshop for ages 5 and older from 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 8 at the Art Barn School of Art, 695 N. 400 E, Valparaiso. Learn how to transform trash into valentines from recycled and upcycled materials, such as various containers, paper and other materials that might otherwise end up in the landfill. Hot and cold beverages and sweet treats will be available during the workshop as well. All materials and supplies will be provided. Space is limited. Register at The cost is $15 for the first person registered in a group, $5 for each additional person in the group. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information, contact the Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County at 219-465-3694 or visit info@
