Cinema: Rushes: Jun. 15, 1987

HARRY AND THE HENDERSONS

George Henderson (John Lithgow), his wife Nancy (Melinda Dillon) and the kids, Sarah and Ernie, are out on a camping trip when -- Sasquatch! -- their car hits a large furry creature. Sure enough, it's Bigfoot, the legendary man- beast. And sure enough, Harry, as George dubs him, is one more cuddly pal from the Spielberg Toy Factory. He smiles and mewls winsomely, presents Sarah with a bouquet, and sleeps in the Hendersons' living room with Ernie, a teddy bear and the family dog. As Harry might say, Uggghhh! Director and Co-Author William Dear, who helmed a...

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