Schlock (1973) Horror Sci-Fi Comedy

Rated PG | Threatrical Mar 10, 1976 (US) | Genres Horror, Sci-Fi, Comedy | Runtime 1h 20m
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  • Overall Score: ☆ 6.50/10
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Schlock Plot Synopsis:


Synopsis / Plot Summary: A monkey-type monster falls in love with a blind girl, which thinks that he"s a giant dog. After kidnapping the girl and fleeing king-kong-like onto the roof of a gym, he gets involved with the army.

Tagline: Due to the horrifying nature of this film, no one will be admitted to the theatre.

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Schlock Movie Information:

Type: Movie
Year: 1973 (more 1973 movies)
MPAA Rating: PG
Runtime: 80 minutes /
Genres:  Horror, Sci-Fi, Comedy
Sub-Genres:  Monsters
Horror Genres:  Comedy
Horror Subgenres:  Campy, Madness
Directors: John Landis
Stars: John Landis, Saul Kahan, Joseph Piantadosi, Richard Gillis, Tom Alvich … (cast list)
Release Date: Theatrical Release Date Mar 10, 1976
Production Co.: Jack H. Harris Enterprises
Language: English
Country: United States
Release Dates: Movie Release Dates / Schlock Release Dates In Theaters: Mar 10, 1976, Blu-ray 4K: Apr 27, 2018, DVD: Apr 27, 2018
Producers: George Folsey Jr., Jack H. Harris, James C. O'Rourke
Musicians: David Gibson
Cinematographers: Robert E. Collins

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