Terrifier 3, directed by Damien Leone, is generating significant controversy and extreme reactions from audiences due to its graphic violence and gore. Early screenings have reportedly led to walkouts, vomiting, fainting, and panic attacks, with one UK premiere seeing 11 walkouts and a viewer vomiting within the first ten minutes. In France, the film has received a rare NC-17 equivalent rating, effectively banning viewers under 18, a move not seen since the release of Saw III. Despite its shocking content, the film maintains a high Rotten Tomatoes score of 93%, indicating a mixed reception with some viewers appreciating its daring horror artistry. The film continues the story of Art the Clown, now terrorizing families during Christmas, following the events of Terrifier 2. Its explicit content has led to challenges in securing mainstream studio support, with the director opting for independent production to maintain the film's intense vision.