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C.H.U.D.

Name: C.H.U.D.
Director: Douglas Cheek
Genre: Horror, Science Fiction
Released: 1984-01-01
Duration: 88 min
Rating: 5.7
Cast: John Heard, Daniel Stern, Christopher Curry, Kim Greist, Laure Mattos

1984Dir. Douglas Cheek1h 28m

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Runtime1h 28m

Released1984

Budget$1.3M

Box office$3.4M

DirectorDouglas Cheek

About This Movie

C.H.U.D. is one of those fascinating horror-sci-fi hybrids that captures the gritty vibe of 1980s NYC. The film dives into the seedy underbelly of the city, where a series of gruesome murders are connected to these mutated beings lurking in the sewers. Douglas Cheek's direction creates a palpable sense of dread, accentuated by some really effective practical effects that still hold up today. The pacing is a bit uneven, but it builds tension nicely as we follow a cop, a photojournalist, and his girlfriend alongside a quirky homeless man who knows too much. The performances are solid, capturing the desperation and fear of the city. It’s not just a monster movie; it’s a commentary on urban decay and the forgotten corners of society.

Gritty urban horrorInteresting social commentaryPractical effects stand out