"Trash cinema is a genre so nebulously defined that it doesn't even possess a Wikipedia page. But it's generally interpreted as transgressive underground cinema - movies made with varying degrees of taste, that typically gives the middle finger to conventional notions around sexuality, gender and morality."
"In each decade he's worked, Waters has successfully pissed off the conservative mores of the period. Take the aforesaid lobster assault in Multiple Maniacs. Or the glue-sniffing delinquent in Polyester (1981) running around stomping on women's feet and getting off to it."
"Both Multiple Maniacs and Pink Flamingos (1972), two crown jewels in Waters' oeuvre, are appearing in the BFI's Trash! The Wildest Films You've Ever Seen season this April, a testament to how Waters' work has largely stood the test of time."
Trash cinema, as exemplified by John Waters' works, is characterized by its transgressive nature and rejection of mainstream values. Films like 'Multiple Maniacs' and 'Pink Flamingos' showcase outrageous content that polarizes audiences. Waters' films often feature shocking scenarios, such as a woman throwing her baby out of a window or a drag queen assaulted by a lobster. This genre embraces bad taste and shock value, appealing to those who reject conservative societal norms. The BFI's upcoming season highlights the enduring impact of Waters' unique cinematic vision.
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