Michael Ledo Four models, a photographer and a token fat guy go off to "the lodge" for a photo shoot, except they camp out in small tents instead. Whatever happened to those large green canvas monstrosities anyway? There is the story of Jonah Kandi who apparently died with no one bothering to find a body. A midget claims he is still alive.This is a slasher film, so I can't imagine there be much of a plot spoiler except for "final girl." The film had a low budget sound system that was choppy and ill suited. Too much outdoors sound at beach, too much munching when midget was eating, and other sound had an echo effect. Typical slasher with various implements including a chainsaw and other questionable brand new items.Appears to have originally been released in 2013 under the groan title "Kandi Land" without much fanfare.Guide: F-word, sex, nudity (Jessica Lauschin) Minus a star for crappy sound.

jynx242 I'll start by saying that overall, I enjoyed this movie. It had, for a slasher, a decent plot and the cast did pretty well. Everything was pretty well done, especially for an independent film working on an independent film budget. That being said... is the only "modeling" that the writer and/or director familiar with from Maxim or Playboy? The "modeling" being done was pretty adolescent male fantasy and really nothing like actual modeling. I don't know why, but this just really irritated me for some reason. Overall, I'd say it was worth a look if you have the opportunity and are a fan of independent film and horror.

Ibleedzblack After a recent viewing of Fright Teck Pictures latest horror endeavor "Kandie Land" I didn't have the greatest of expectations. Nothing being said against the crew or talent involved but one simply learns that, when viewing a no-budget production such as this, you must simply lower your standards. Well I must say that, overall, I was Pleasantly surprised by this little film! What a fun nod to the classic slashers of the early 80's! The story-line is very simple and offers up the classic "tortured soul turned villain" shtick. Jonah Kandie is very much you cliché big, bad monster in a creepy, heavily textured mask that looks rather effective in low lighting. He takes out his lifetime of pain and internal rage on young, unsuspecting women who accidentally stumble onto his territory (aka "Kandie Land"). The girls are beaten, scalped, chain sawed, etc. for no reason other then the fact that they are "pretty people". Yes, this production doesn't demand a lot of deep thought from its viewers. Let's be real, a movie such as this shouldn't have to. It's your typical hack and slash movie and these films don't need to be much more then boobs and gore. Both are offered here. Success! The acting is pretty solid for this level of filmmaking (with one or two weaker exceptions) and often times the performers prove to be extremely entertaining. There are several moments of humor that balance out well with the consistent violence that is well paced through-out the length of the film. Many of these more brutal scenes are amplified thanks to the sleek and fluid camera-work and creative lighting that gives the film a darker, shadowy look when needed. The gore is extremely effective, especially on such a small budget! There are several bloody sequences that are very original, especially the violent scalping and the eye-burning. Well done! The one element of this film that truly helped it to stand out against the rest of the formulaic slashers out there is the introduction of the character "Tiny". She is a unique and odd little thing who adds a level of sympathy and caring to the otherwise blatantly commonplace hulk that is Jonah Kandie. Without her character, this story would likely suffer from being too much of a stereotype and possibly come off as more of a rip-off then a tribute to the other genre-classics that came before it. Her side story is certainly unique and(not to mention well played by the adorable Molly Miller) and will likely keep a viewer invested in what is otherwise a very simplistic storyline.The only other complaint I care to mention regarding this film is the severely overlooked side-story the is used to open the movie. Why start the film off with a well played and interesting character and then never touch upon her story again afterward? If you view the movie you'll more then likely understand where I'm coming from. I feel that her story could have possibly provided far more depth to a movie that otherwise deals with a color-by-numbers killer going after a group of bimbo models. Ideally, if there ever is a sequel, it will expand upon this story and thus offer a more serious tone to balance out the moments of humor that fit in so well with this genre.All in all, this film proved to be an extremely entertaining watch! I would certainly recommend it to fans of the slasher-genre, especially the ones who've learned to appreciate that same-old, same-old horror-movie formula we've come to love. This film definitely isn't a groundbreaking piece of cinema by any means, but it is loads of fun! "Kandie Land" is well executed, immensely entertaining, surprising well shot, and will no-doubt be highly appreciated by anyone who enjoys low-budget horror!

tatalovic I had an opportunity to attend a world premiere of "Kandie Land" in Cleveland, Ohio. It's an indie/underground horror-slasher-torture flick, spiced up with beautiful young ladies and humorous dialogue lines. The film pays tribute to 1980s genre classics, and even features a special appearance by "the Original Jason", played by Ari Lehman! The cinematography is very solid, with creative compositions, well-controlled moving camera, and very good coverage. The sound is good (something that indie ultra-low-budgets constantly struggle with); "Kandie Land" has it under control. The acting? Very good, natural...I would like to point out one particular name - Molly Miller. This lady has potential. The audience loved her creepy, twisted, but very natural delivery. Overall - this little film shows that American new-wave indie horror is alive and kicking (I mean killing!). if you are a true fan of classic 1980s horror - see "Kandie Land". It will get you back to those good old days of - "beautiful people who must die"!