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Synopsis
Ken Russell's Lair of the White Worm uses Dracula author Bram Stoker's final novel as the basic springboard into a surreal and dark-humored tale concerning a bizarre cult and a series of sacrificial murders in honor of an ancient pagan god. When archeologist Angus Flint (Peter Capaladi) discovers the mysterious scull of an undiscovered beast, further investigation reveals a bizarre myth concerning a medieval knight slaying a fearsome dragon. Soon making the acquaintance of Lord James D'Ampton (Hugh Grant), the conquering knight's descendant, Flint begins to learn of local lore surrounding the creature and soon discovers that, throughout the years, many unexplained disappearances have haunted the local populace. With all trails leading back to the elegant mansion of mysterious recluse Lady Sylvia Marsh (Amanda Donohoe), Lord D'Ampton makes Marsh's acquaintance amidst growing speculation that the strangely seductive siren may have something to do with a rash of recent disappearances. As Flint and D'Ampton's stories begin to strangely intersect, a surreal and horrific journey into the lair of an ancient god may hold they key to an age-old mystery. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Cast

Paul Brooke P.C. Erny
Peter Capaldi Angus Flint
Sammi Davis Mary Trent
Amanda Donohoe Sylvia Marsh
Christopher Gable Joe Trent
Hugh Grant Lord James D'Ampton
Stratford Johns Peters, the Butler
Gina McKee Nurse Gladwell
Catherine Oxenberg Eve Trent
Lloyd Peters Jesus Christ
Chris Pitt Kevin
Tina Shaw Maid-Nun
Imogen Claire Dorothy Trent
Miranda Coe Maid-Nun
Linzi Drew Maid-Nun
Caron Anne Kelly Maid-Nun
Fiona O'Conner Maid-Nun
Caroline Pope Maid-Nun
Elisha Scott Maid-Nun

Production Crew

Bram Stoker Book Author
Gail Stevens Casting
Imogen Claire Choreography
Dick Bush Cinematographer
Robin Browne Cinematographer
Stanislas Syrewicz Composer (Music Score)
Michael Jeffery Costume Designer
Michael Jeffrey Costume Designer
Ken Russell Director
Peter Davies Editor
Dan Ireland Executive Producer
William J. Quigley Executive Producer
Ronaldo Vasconcellos Line Producer
Pam Meager Makeup
Image Animation Makeup Special Effects
Dan Ireland Producer
Ken Russell Producer
Ronaldo Vasconcellos Producer
Anne Tilby Production Designer
Laura Julian Production Manager
Ken Russell Screenwriter
Anne Tilby Set Designer
Emilio Perez Machado Songwriter
Stephan Powys Songwriter
Ray Beckett Sound/Sound Designer
Geoff Portass Special Effects
Stuart St. Paul Stunts
Stuart St. Paul Stunts Coordinator
Year: 1988
Runtime: 93
Country: UK
MPAA Rating: R
Category: Feature

Genre
Horror

Sound
Dolby

Produced by
Vestron
White Lair Productions

Release
October 21, 1988 (USA)
by Vestron