Open All Night
Open All Night is a situation comedy on ABC. It premiered on November 28, 1981, and ran until March 5, 1982. The show centered on Gordon Feester and his oddball family who lived and worked in a convenience store. It was somewhat based on the British series Open All Hours. Jay Tarses was co-creator, writer, and director of the show. Cassandra Peterson made a guest appearance on one episode. David Letterman also made a guest appearance, and made a sly reference to his daytime talk show, which was canceled a year before.
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Plot Summary
A young couple finds themselves in a nightmarish situation when they stop at a desolate service station. The attendant, a deranged and violent individual, begins a horrifying game of cat and mouse with them, turning their simple pit stop into a terrifying struggle for survival. The night unfolds with a series of bizarre and gruesome events, pushing the couple to their limits.
Critical Reception
Open All Night is a low-budget horror-comedy that has gained a cult following over the years, though it was not widely critically acclaimed upon its release. It is often cited for its unique blend of dark humor and gore, appealing to fans of independent and genre cinema.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unconventional humor and gore.
- Considered a cult classic by horror aficionados.
- Criticized for its low production values and uneven pacing.
Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce for this film, but those that exist often highlight its bizarre nature and blend of horror and comedy, classifying it as a niche cult film.
Fun Fact
The film was written, directed, and produced by John Russo, who is best known for co-writing the original 'Night of the Living Dead'.
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