The Loved One

The Loved One
The Loved One
Genres: Comedy
Rating: 6.3
Language: en
Year:1965
Country:US
Runtime: 2h 2min
Cast: James Coburn, Roddy McDowall
Tags: based on novel or book, business rivalry, cemetery, crematorium, dark comedy, death, death of uncle, dying and death, embalming, englishman abroad, ensemble cast, film industry, funeral director, funeral home, funeral parlor, hollywood, hollywood hills, irreverent, los angeles, california, memorial, pet cemetery, social satire

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Description:

In a tale brimming with humor and heartfelt moments, Dennis Barlow embarks on an unexpected journey in Hollywood after moving from England. Upon arranging his late uncle's funeral at the meticulously organized Whispering Glades funeral parlour, he becomes entangled in its web of professional rivalries and strict rules imposed by the Reverand Glenworthy. In this peculiar environment, Dennis finds himself drawn to Aimee Thanatogenos, one of the cosmeticians working at the establishment. However, his new life takes an unexpected turn as he must navigate not only Glenworthy's stringent guidelines but also the competitive nature of Mr. Joyboy, a fellow employee in the embalming department. To top it all off, Dennis is compelled to work part-time at The Happy Hunting Ground, a pet memorial service that further complicates his experiences within this surreal world. As he faces these challenges head-on and navigates his budding relationship with Aimee, Dennis begins to uncover the true essence of humanity and the power of connection amidst the strange rituals and intricacies of the funeral industry.

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