Homebodies (1974)
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This classy and creative low-budget thriller depicts an all-out war of attrition between a group of neglected, disgruntled senior citizens and the heartless city officials who evicted them from their Cincinnati low-rent apartment building, which has been tagged for destruction. Their campaign goes… More This classy and creative low-budget thriller depicts an all-out war of attrition between a group of neglected, disgruntled senior citizens and the heartless city officials who evicted them from their Cincinnati low-rent apartment building, which has been tagged for destruction. Their campaign goes far beyond writing strong letters to their alderman -- they begin by savagely murdering the social worker who orders their removal (Linda Marsh, in a budget Nurse Ratched mode), then take a violent stand against any contractors who attempt to stray onto their turf. Tightly directed from a clever script, portraying its geriatric killers with wit and empathy but never shying away from shocking scenes of violence. ~ Cavett Binion, Rovi
- Rating, Runtime
- PG, 1 hr. 36 min.
- Directed By
- Larry Yust
- Genres
- Horror, Comedy
- In Theaters
- Sep 1, 1974 Wide
Critic Reviews
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Fernando F. Croce, CinePassion
A comedy of mortality and an endearing account of spry character actors carrying the bloody show
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Cast
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William Benedictas Watchman -
Peter Broccoas Mr. Blakely -
John Craig
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Frances Fulleras Miss Emily -
Norman Gottschalkas Superintendent -
William Hansenas Mr. Sandy
