EPISODE · Aug 12, 2020 · 1H 16M
An American Werewolf in London (1981)
from America's Hometown Horror · host America's Hometown Horror
Head on over to The Slaughtered Lamb with the AHH! Crew to discuss John Landis's 1981 classic, An American Werewolf in London (14:10)!What real life events inspired Landis to make this movie? How well do Rick Baker's groundbreaking special effects hold up today? And how the HELL did they not get the rights to Zevon's "Werewolves of London" for this film? As usual, these hard-hitting questions, among others, are answered.In addition, they cover a bit of good news regarding the Halloween season in Massachusetts, as Barrett's Haunted Mansion announced they will return for their 29th year this fall (11:26)! Music: Dank Halloween by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/america-s-hometown-horror--4187035/support.Support the Show:FANGORIA: We are a proud affiliate of Fangoria! Visit the Fangoria Shop and use code HOMETOWNHORRORPOD for an exclusive 20% discount on mags and merch.HORROR FACTS: Check out more in-depth reviews and horror news at HorrorFacts.com.SUPPORT US: Love the show? Become a supporter on Spreaker to help us keep the lights on.All Music, Sound Editing & Audio Production by Shaun O’Loughlin of Sky Wheel Media.
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Head on over to The Slaughtered Lamb with the AHH! Crew to discuss John Landis's 1981 classic, An American Werewolf in London (14:10)!What real life events inspired Landis to make this movie? How well do Rick Baker's groundbreaking special effects hold up today? And how the HELL did they not get the rights to Zevon's "Werewolves of London" for this film? As usual, these hard-hitting questions, among others, are answered.In addition, they cover a bit of good news regarding the Halloween season in Massachusetts, as Barrett's Haunted Mansion announced they will return for their 29th year this fall (11:26)! Music: Dank Halloween by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/america-s-hometown-horror--4187035/support.Support the Show:FANGORIA: We are a proud affiliate of Fangoria! Visit the Fangoria Shop and use code HOMETOWNHORRORPOD for an exclusive 20% discount on mags and merch.HORROR FACTS: Check out more in-depth reviews and horror news at HorrorFacts.com.SUPPORT US: Love the show? Become a supporter on Spreaker to help us keep the lights on.All Music, Sound Editing & Audio Production by Shaun O’Loughlin of Sky Wheel Media.
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