Despite the deleted scenes, "An American Werewolf in London" has had a lasting impact on the horror and comedy genres. The film's influence can be seen in everything from "The Frighteners" to "Shaun of the Dead," and its blend of humor and horror has become a staple of modern genre cinema.
So, why were these scenes deleted, and what impact did their removal have on the final film? According to John Landis, the decision to cut these scenes was largely driven by pacing and tone. Landis wanted to maintain a specific balance between horror and comedy, and some of the deleted scenes, while funny or interesting on their own, didn't quite fit with the overall flow of the film. an american werewolf in london deleted scenes
In an interview with "The A.V. Club," Landis explained, "I think we had a better film, to be honest with you, before we cut it down. But, you know, you have to make a film that the studio will let you make, and you have to make a film that will get a certain rating." Despite the deleted scenes, "An American Werewolf in
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