description The Hunger Overview
The Hunger is a 1983 erotic horror film based on Whitley Strieber’s novel. Catherine Deneuve stars as a vampire offering immortality, but her lovers experience unpredictable aging outcomes. David Bowie and Susan Sarandon portray individuals involved in the vampire's attempts to achieve eternal youth through scientific study.
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info The Hunger Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 1983 |
help The Hunger FAQ
Who are the vampires in The Hunger?
Catherine Deneuve plays the ancient vampire Miriam Blaylock, David Bowie plays her partner John, and Susan Sarandon plays researcher Sarah Roberts. Tony Scott directed the 1983 erotic horror film.
Is The Hunger based on a novel?
Yes. It is a loose adaptation of Whitley Strieber's 1981 novel The Hunger. The film was also Tony Scott's feature directorial debut. ([AFI Catalog](https://catalog.afi.com/Film/57992-THE-HUNGER))
Why does John age so quickly in The Hunger?
Miriam promises her lovers immortality, but John's body begins aging rapidly after centuries of suspended youth. He seeks help from Sarah, whose research focuses on human aging.
Does The Hunger feature Bauhaus?
Yes. The opening nightclub sequence uses Bauhaus performing Bela Lugosi's Dead, connecting the film to early gothic rock. The soundtrack also includes music by composers Michel Rubini and Denny Jaeger.
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