Beware the Moon: Remembering 'An American Werewolf in London' (2009)

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Host Paul Davis takes a trip through some of the iconic backdrops of John Landis' 1981 werewolf classic An American Werewolf In London. The original cast and crew tell the story of how the film was made over a quarter of a century ago featuring rare footage and never before seen photos.

Intro
"Be careful the Moon: Keeping In Mind 'An American Monster in London'" that made its debut in 2009 is an useful and fascinating documentary on the production and truth of the iconic horror-comedy film, "An American Werewolf in London", directed by John Landis. The documentary, crafted by Paul Davis, uses an extensive take a look at what transpired behind the scenes, including interviews from the cast, the director, and the crew.

Main Contents and Insights
Paul Davis, who himself is a fan and specialist of the original motion picture, acts as the writer and director of the documentary. He brilliantly looks into the microcosm of movie-making, drawing up the procedure, the challenges, the victories, and the bloopers that come with such a special endeavor. Davis manages to capture the attention of longtime fans in addition to those who might be brand-new to Landis' masterpiece, painting a nostalgic but detailed view of the film.

The highlight of the documentary focuses on the interviews with John Landis and the star-studded team that brought "An American Werewolf in London" into reality. Landis uses an intimate commentary into his motivation behind the story and his working process. He kindly shares his experiences directing the motion picture, revealing both struggles and triumphs along the method.

Secret Interviews and Anecdotes
The stars likewise contribute substantially to the documentary, supplying firsthand insights into their experiences playing their particular characters. Star David Naughton and Jenny Agutter, who played the lead roles in the original motion picture, offer interesting anecdotes about how they approached their functions, prepared for dreadful scenes, and managed to inject dark humor into a monster film. Not to be ignored is the makeup and special effects group, led by market legend Rick Baker. Their contribution to the film, and the transformation they caused to the monster transformation scene in films, are completely checked out.

Effect of the Movie
"Beware the Moon: Remembering 'An American Werewolf in London'" efficiently evokes a sense of nostalgia while underlining the effect the original motion picture had on the genre. It informs of the bold decision to instill horror with comedy, an idea fairly unexplored in 1981 and the resourcefulness in the building and construction of the transformation scene, which is still thought about one of the best ever filmed.

Conclusion
In conclusion, Davis' documentary managed to offer not simply a simple behind-the-scenes take a look at the making of "An American Werewolf in London", however likewise an appealing story of the movie's impact on horror cinema and the milestone it developed in movie makeup and unique results. "Beware The Moon: Remembering 'An American Werewolf In London'" is a must-watch for fans of the initial motion picture and anyone with an interest in the complexities of film production.

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