Cujo

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"Now there's a new name for terror..."
  • R
  • 1983
  • 1 hr 31 min
  • 6.1  (50,173)
  • 57

Cujo is a 1983 horror film based on Stephen King's novel of the same name. The film is directed by Lewis Teague and stars Dee Wallace, Daniel Hugh Kelly, and Danny Pintauro. The movie's plot revolves around a friendly St. Bernard named Cujo, who becomes infected with rabies after being bitten by a rabid bat. As a result, the once-friendly dog turns into a terrifying and bloodthirsty animal that terrorizes the community of Castle Rock, Maine.

At the center of the story is Donna Trenton (Dee Wallace), a housewife who is unhappy in her marriage and is having an affair with a local businessman. Donna ends up taking her ailing car to Joe Camber's auto repair shop, where she meets Cujo for the first time. Cujo is initially friendly, but his demeanor quickly changes as he attacks and kills Joe Camber after he tries to beat the dog off with a baseball bat.

Meanwhile, Donna's husband Vic (Daniel Hugh Kelly) is away on a business trip, leaving Donna and their young son Tad (Danny Pintauro) alone at their home in Castle Rock. Donna and Tad end up stranded at Joe Camber's house, where Cujo has now taken up residence, preventing them from leaving.

The film's tension comes from Donna and Tad's attempts to survive as Cujo's rabid attacks grow more violent and frequent. The film also explores themes of domestic violence and the breakdown of the American family, as Donna's unhappy marriage and extramarital relationship are contrasted with her fight for survival as a mother protecting her son.

Throughout the film, Cujo is portrayed as a frightening and terrifying monster, with the use of makeup and prosthetics making the St. Bernard look sickly and menacing. Cujo's attacks are brutal and gory, making for some intense and graphic viewing, especially for animal lovers.

Overall, Cujo is a film that remains a classic in the horror genre, with its terrifying portrayal of a once-friendly animal turning into a rabid monster. The film is not for the faint of heart, as its graphic portrayal of violence and terror makes it a must-see for horror fans who enjoy a good scare.

Cujo is a 1983 horror movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 31 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.1 and a MetaScore of 57.

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  • Release Date
    1983
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Runtime
    1 hr 31 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.1  (50,173)
  • Metascore
    57
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