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The Main Course: The Making of Critters 2

The Main Course: The Making of Critters 2

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The Main Course: The Making of Critters 2

2018

1h 3m

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Overview

Documentary about the 1988 follow-up film Critters 2. Features interviews with director Mick Garris; actors Liane Curtis, Don Opper, Terrence Mann, and Lin Shaye; producer Barry Opper; critters designers; and more.

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Red Shirt Pictures

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Cast & crew

10 featured cast members

Starring

Mick Garris

Mick Garris

Self

Liane Curtis

Liane Curtis

Self

Don Keith Opper

Don Keith Opper

Self

Terrence Mann

Terrence Mann

Self

Lin Shaye

Lin Shaye

Self

Barry Opper

Barry Opper

Self

Charles Chiodo

Self

Edward Chiodo

Self

Stephen Chiodo

Stephen Chiodo

Self

R. Christopher Biggs

Self

Creative team

Directed by: Buz Wallick
Michael Felsher
Produced by: Michael Felsher
Buz Wallick

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