Lloyd Kaufman

“The first rule of Troma is: 'Make a good movie.' The second rule of Troma is: 'There are no rules.'”

“Make your own damn movie.”

“The only way to learn how to make a movie is to make a movie.”

“We believe in personal vision. We don't believe in focus groups.”

“You can't have art without risk.”

“If you want to be a filmmaker, get a camera and start shooting. Don't wait for permission.”

“Creativity is the most important thing. If you're creative, you can make a movie for $100.”

“The soul of the independent film is the personal vision of the director.”

“Independent film is not dead, it's just very, very sick.”

“My movies are not for everyone. They're for people with a sense of humor and a strong stomach.”

“The MPAA is a corrupt, fascist organization that has been ruining the lives of artists for years.”

“Art is a reflection of society. It's how we see ourselves. If you're a young filmmaker, don't be afraid to show your world.”

“Our fans are the best fans in the world. They're intelligent, they're loyal, and they get the joke.”

“I think the mainstream has become more Troma-esque. The level of violence and sex has been upped in mainstream movies.”

“Troma is a concept. It's a state of mind.”