The Hunger (1983) movie poster

The Hunger (1983)

"Nothing human loves forever."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 66%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 56% (RT: 60%, MC: 52) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 36m
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (633 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
60%
Metacritic
52
Cast
Catherine Deneuve as Miriam Blaylock
David Bowie as John Blaylock
Susan Sarandon as Sarah Roberts
Cliff DeYoung as Tom Haver
Beth Ehlers as Alice Cavender
Dan Hedaya as Lieutenant Allegrezza
Rufus Collins as Charlie Humphries
Suzanne Bertish as Phyllis
It's divisive. Only 66% of audiences liked it based on 633 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 56%.
Overview
Five-thousand-year-old vampire Miriam promises her lovers the gift of eternal life. When John, her cellist companion for centuries, discovers that he has suddenly begun growing old, he attempts to seek out the help of Dr. Sarah Roberts, a researcher on the mechanisms of aging. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for The Hunger was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • During production of The Hunger, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

The Hunger is a 1983 horror, drama film directed by Tony Scott. Five-thousand-year-old vampire Miriam promises her lovers the gift of eternal life. When John, her cellist companion for centuries, discovers that he has suddenly begun growing old, he attempts to seek out the help of Dr.

Sarah Roberts, a researcher on the mechanisms of aging. The film has been rated by 633 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, The Hunger delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Hunger (1983) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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