Buffet Infinity: A Feast of Horror, Comedy, and Commercials

In the latest manifestation of cinema’s obsession with the absurd, “Buffet Infinity” has been snatched up for distribution by Yellow Veil Pictures, just in time to grace the Fantasia Festival. Yes, that’s right—before audiences could even pop their corn, the fateful decision was made. Apparently, watching a horror-comedy that’s as bewildering as a store manager’s explanation for why donuts are now three dollars is too irresistible to pass up.

Writer and director Simon Glassman helms this bizarre project, with a cast made up of Kevin Singh, Claire Theobald, and Donovan Workun—because what’s a horror-comedy without a trio of lovable yet quirky personalities? The film, produced by Michael Peterson of Peterson Polaris Corp (no relation to your local ski resort), promises to deliver an avant-garde experience that will leave you questioning your snack choices—or perhaps your life choices altogether.

According to the official synopsis, “Buffet Infinity” serves up a narrative reminiscent of the Canadian comedy classic, “SCTV,” using an impressive buffet (pun intended) of low-budget TV ads. Because who doesn’t love to mix corporate marketing with tales of sinister happenings? The film introduces us to a fictitious town, Westridge County, where two restaurants are locked in a vicious battle. Think of it as your usual local scene—except this one involves an expanding sinkhole, a cult, and a sentient restaurant that may or may not be planning world domination. That’s right; it’s basically “The Matrix” but with garlic bread.

Now, before you ponder the existential dread of a restaurant with thoughts and feelings, let’s appreciate the brilliance of the concept: telling a story through advertisements. “The idea has been marinating in my brain since the mid-’90s,” Glassman confessed, as if he was unveiling the latest culinary innovation at a hipster pop-up eatery. Who knew that all those infomercials for gadgets you didn’t know you needed could somehow coalesce into a plot thicker than gravy?

While we wait for audiences to digest (again, pun intended) this unusual concoction of horror and humor, one can only wonder how many late-night infomercial hosts and cheesy jingles will haunt our dreams after this cinematic experience. Will it change the way we look at creeping sinkholes? Or perhaps how we think about rotisserie chicken? It’s safe to say “Buffet Infinity” makes a compelling case for why we should reevaluate our dinner plans.

As for potential viewers, prepare yourself for a rollercoaster ride through the depths of commercialism—where the only thing scary is how much you might end up laughing. If you’ve always wanted to see a cult formed around the love of gravy, this movie is your ticket on that wild ride. Standby for daily advertisements that will leave you wondering: Why did I watch this? Why am I suddenly craving a three-course meal?

So, pack your bags (and possibly a snack) as “Buffet Infinity” rolls into English-speaking territories. You might want to eat before watching, just in case a sentient restaurant has other plans for you. Let’s hope this horror-comedy proves that sometimes, the real entertainment lies not just in the punchlines, but also in the absurdity of marketing madness.