American Grindhouse(2011)
“Giving ‘Em What They Want Since the Dawn of Motion Pictures.”
Overview
This documentary explores the hidden history of the American Exploitation Film. The movie digs deep into this often overlooked category of U.S. cinema and unearths the shameless and occasionally shocking origins of this popular entertainment.
Director
Elijah Drenner
Studio
Lux Digital Pictures
Cast
Robert Forster
as Himself - Narrator
Allison Anders
as Herself
John Landis
as Himself
Kim Morgan
as Herself
Fred Olen Ray
as Himself
Joe Dante
as Himself
Herschell Gordon Lewis
as Himself
William Lustig
as Himself
Lewis Teague
as Himself
David Hess
as Himself
Bob Minor
as Himself
Jack Hill
as Himself
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2011
Runtime
1h 22m
Language
English
Rating
6.8 / 10
Production Companies
Lux Digital Pictures • End Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch American Grindhouse?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for American Grindhouse (2011).
What is American Grindhouse about?▼
This documentary explores the hidden history of the American Exploitation Film. The movie digs deep into this often overlooked category of U.S. cinema and unearths the shameless and occasionally shocking origins of this popular entertainment.
Who directed American Grindhouse?▼
American Grindhouse was directed by Elijah Drenner and released in 2011. It is a documentary film.
How long is American Grindhouse?▼
American Grindhouse has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
Who stars in American Grindhouse?▼
The cast of American Grindhouse includes Robert Forster as Himself - Narrator, Allison Anders as Herself, John Landis as Himself, Kim Morgan as Herself, Fred Olen Ray as Himself and more.
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