In nearly 30 years Troma Entertainment, Inc. has become one of the oldest and most active independent film studios. The Troma brand name is recognized everywhere from the United States to Tokyo. Critical appreciation has accelerated around the world, with Troma retrospectives sponsored by the Cinematheque Francais, the British Film Institute, and the American Film Institute among many others. After creating a new kind of sexy comedy in the 70s and putting a new face on the movie superhuman hero in the 80s, Troma continues to break new ground in the new millennium with quality, entertaining films. For the millennium, the Troma Universe has emerged, and Tromaville has entered the hearts of forward-looking people everywhere.

In the early nineteen-seventies, Yale friends and Troma co-founders Lloyd Kaufman and Michael Herz began producing films on tightly controlled budgets - films that were not supplied by major Hollywood studios - as well as acquiring additional films from outside sources. They distributed all of these films globally. These films are primarily aimed at the sixteen to thirty-five year old market, traditionally the largest segment of the movie going audience. By offering the public something different, Troma has grown steadily since its inception, and now has a library of over 1000 films. Lloyd Kaufman's book, All I Need to Know About Filmmaking I Learned From The Toxic Avenger, published by Penguin Putnam (co-authored by James Gunn), is the basis for Troma’s highly acclaimed film Terror Firmer. Troma movies can be seen in cinemas, on video and on television networks all over the world. Such one-of-a-kind films as The Toxic Avenger series, Tromeo and Juliet, Sgt. Kabukiman NYPD, and the Class of Nuke ‘Em High series have carved out a healthy niche for Troma in the entertainment industry, and Troma's characters such as Toxie, Sgt. Kabukiman, and Tromie the Nuclear Rodent have received worldwide recognition.

Troma has also aggressively expanded into the area of licensing and merchandising with the Toxic Avenger character (affectionately known to his fans around the world as Toxie). In addition to four films, Toxie was the star of the Toxic Crusaders animated TV series, which has been broadcast all over the world. More than seventy companies worldwide signed to manufacture products based on Toxie, his TV series, and “The Troma Brand�. Most recently, Lloyd Kaufman has directed Citizen Toxie: The Toxic Avenger 4, which looks to be Troma’s most ambitious film in its history.

Troma has also expanded its horizons by creating the TromaDance Film Festival in Park City, Utah. This annual festival gives independent filmmakers a chance to have their films screened at what the entertainment industry has called one of the most important film markets in the world. Unlike Sundance and other festivals that claim to be independent, TromaDance charges no entry fee, and no admission fees. The TromaDance Film Festival is a showcase of all forms of truly independent art including feature length and short films, animation, music, and live performance art.

Many of today’s major stars, directors and writers have begun their careers in Troma movies. Many more have grown up with Troma movies, and have been greatly influenced by the Troma-tic touch. Troma continues to be a haven for independent directors and young talent during an era of corporate takeovers. In addition to all of Troma’s recent ventures and expansions, the continue to Tromatize the entertainment industry with their unique vision. They will strive toward their long-term goal of “World Peace Through Celluloid� well into the next century.

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