Eli Roth's Ice Cream Man: A Recipe for Disappointment in the Horror Genre Eli Roth has built a reputation as a master of irreverent horror, but his latest film, Ice Cream Man, is a misstep that leaves one wondering if he's lost his touch.
As the director behind Hostel and Thanksgiving, Roth consistently pushed boundaries with his unapologetic approach to gore and satire.
Ice Cream Man, however, feels like a hastily assembled throwback, lacking the wit and craftsmanship that defined its predecessors.