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The 'Burbs 1989

“He's a man of peace in a savage land... Suburbia.”

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What is The 'Burbs?

The 1989 film The Burbs follows the story of a suburbanite named Ray Peterson during his vacation. Ray initially intends to spend his time off relaxing by drinking beer, reading the newspaper, and watching sports on television.

Type
Film
Year
1989
Status
Released
Runtime
102 minutes
Release date
Feb 17, 1989
Studios
Universal Pictures, Imagine Entertainment, Rollins-Morra-Brezner Productions
Genres
Comedy, Horror, Thriller
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Overview

The 1989 film The Burbs follows the story of a suburbanite named Ray Peterson during his vacation. Ray initially intends to spend his time off relaxing by drinking beer, reading the newspaper, and watching sports on television. However, his plans are disrupted when secretive new neighbors move into the house next door. Along with his friends, Ray begins to succumb to paranoia regarding the newcomers. The group starts to suspect that the neighbors are involved in various evildoings. This suspicion leads the men to commence an investigation into the activities of the new residents. The film depicts how these events interfere with the quiet vacation that Ray had originally expected. The narrative focuses on the escalating tension and the intrusive behavior of the suburbanites as they attempt to uncover the truth about the people living next door. The production explores themes of suburban suspicion and the unexpected ways in which neighbors can disrupt a peaceful lifestyle.

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Should you watch it?

“Suburban paranoia takes over when an overstressed resident and his friends investigate their strange new neighbors.”

Reasons to watch
  • Engaging suburban mystery
  • Blend of comedy and suspense
Keep in mind
  • Lacks the full dementia of similar genre films

Watch it if you enjoy suburban mystery comedies with a touch of thriller elements.

The film combines comedic moments with elements of horror and thriller tones.

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Frequently asked questions

When was The Burbs released?

The film was released in 1989.

What genres are associated with The Burbs?

The film spans comedy, horror, and thriller genres.

Who directs The Burbs?

The film is directed by Joe Dante.

What is the runtime of the film?

The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 42 minutes.

What triggers the plot of the film?

Secretive new neighbors move in next door, prompting suburbanites to investigate.