Actress Sues Producers Over Unpaid Payments
Catherine Corcoran, known for her role in the infamous "splits" scene, claims she is owed 1% of profits from the hit slasher franchise.
Corcoran played the victim of one of Art the Clown's gory kills in the original 2016 micro-budget horror film.
Her scene, where she is hung upside down and bisected with a hacksaw, helped establish "Terrifier" as a film that pushes the envelope of on-screen violence.
- The scene, coined the "splits" scene by fans, contributed to the film's cult fanbase.
- The success of the film led to a sequel in 2022, turning "Terrifier" into a pop culture phenomenon.
The "splits" scene played a major role in establishing "Terrifier" among hardcore slasher fans.
The franchise was included in this year's Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios theme parks.
Author's summary: Actress sues over unpaid profits from horror film.