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Acting
Lewis himself: part mad scientist, part used car salesman, all legend.
Direction
Henenlotter's loving tribute from one grindhouse survivor to another.
Production
Archival footage that smells like stale popcorn and broken dreams.

Director
Frank Henenlotter
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes