The Toxic Avenger is a 1984 American superhero horror comedy film directed by Michael Herz and Lloyd Kaufman. The film follows the transformation of a weakling janitor named Melvin into a muscular, hideously deformed creature after falling into a vat of toxic waste. He then becomes a vigilante who seeks revenge on those who tormented him. The film is known for its over-the-top violence, gore, and dark humor.

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