Dennis Dugan, born in 1946, is an American actor whose career spans decades in both film and television. He made his mark in the cult classic The Howling (1981), where he contributed to the film's blend of horror and humor. Dugan also appeared in Night Call Nurses (1972) and Night Moves (1975), showcasing his versatility in various genres. His role in Norman... Is That You? (1976) further established him as a notable presence in the realm of cult cinema, making his contributions to SassyFlix's collection significant.
Norman... Is That You?
Ben Chambers, a drycleaner, and his wife Beatrice are having marital problems. Beatrice leaves her husband for his brother and Ben decides to take off for New York City to visit his son, Norman. Ben finds his son in a romantic relationship with another man, Garson Hobart. Determined to set his son on the straight and narrow path of heterosexuality, Ben hires Mary, a prostitute, to try to entice his son into pursuing women. The attempt backfires and Ben ultimately comes to the conclusion that his son is gay and that there is nothing he can do to change that. At this point, Beatrice shows up and, unaware of the prior events that have transpired, is shocked to learn her son is gay. She too ultimately comes to accept her son. When Norman joins the Navy, the couple invites Garson to come and live with them, an offer which he accepts.
