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Bookmark this pageAn American Werewolf in London (1981)
Director: John Landis
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From Time Out Film Guide
Two young American hitch-hikers sample British hospitality on the Yorkshire moors (temporary shelter is proffered at The Slaughtered Lamb pub), only to be savagely attacked. Naughton recuperates in London, marvelling at the best the NHS can provide in the form of nurse Agutter, but his deceased and decomposing pal Dunne keeps popping back to clue him up on what's in store come the full moon. The mix of horror and humour felt very fresh back in 1981, and many people retain affection for this sly, witty movie - most memorable for the trashing of Piccadilly Circus. In the cold light of day, it must be admitted that Landis leans too heavily on the shock effects provided by Rick Baker's lycanthropic transformation make-up.Author: TCh
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- R Kent said...
- Posted on Oct 30 2009 15:15 Classic film but still worth seeing now, even if a little dated.
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Cast & crew
Director: John Landis
Producer: George Folsey Jr
Cast: David Naughton, Jenny Agutter, Griffin Dunne, John Woodvine, Brian Glover, Lila Kaye, Frank Oz, Don McKillop, Rik Mayall full cast
Genre(s): Comedy
Duration: 97 mins
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