Harry and the Hendersons (1987)
Shat the Movies: 80's & 90's Best Film Review
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This week on Shat the Movies, we're asking the important question: what if Bigfoot was just… a really hairy houseguest? Harry and the Hendersons (1987) brings us a giant, gentle creature, a suburban family, and way more emotional damage than anyone signed up for. Gene and Big D break down the mix of slapstick, heart, and surprisingly heavy moments that somehow made this a childhood staple.
Is Harry adorable or just a walking mess? And why does this movie hit harder as an adult than it ever did as a kid? Tune in to find out if this furry classic still holds up.
Movie Summary: Harry and the Hendersons (1987) is a family comedy directed by William Dear and stars John Lithgow, Melinda Dillon, and Kevin Peter Hall as Harry. The film follows the Henderson family after they accidentally hit a Bigfoot-like creature with their car and bring him home, only to discover he's intelligent, emotional, and completely out of place in the human world. Known for its groundbreaking makeup effects by Rick Baker, the film won the Academy Award for Best Makeup. It blends comedy and heartfelt themes about acceptance, family, and letting go.
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