Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’

A warm, affectionate look back at a cult horror favourite, full of nostalgic anecdotes and behind-the-scenes detail that rewards fans most.

Directed by

Chris Griffiths, John Campopiano

Genres

Documentary, Horror

Starring

Tim Curry, Seth Green, Richard Thomas

Tagline

The making of a monster.

Overview

Thirty-plus years after its release, the popular two-part miniseries "It" and its infamous villain Pennywise live on in the minds of horror fans around the world. This documentary captures not only the buzz the "It" saga generated in 1990 but also the lasting impact it has had on an entire generation and the horror genre at large. Several years in the making, the film features exclusive interviews with many of the cult classic's key players, from cast members Richard Thomas, Seth Green, and Tim Curry, who portrayed the notorious monster clown Pennywise, to director Tommy Lee Wallace and special effects makeup artist Bart Mixon. The documentary also boasts a wealth of archival material and never-before-seen footage.

How it feels

Warm, earnest, eerie and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Art, celebrity, memory, media

Content

Mild violence, gore and language. No sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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