Peter Douglas, a writer and director, helmed the 1987 film A Tiger's Tale, where he intricately weaves a narrative that delves into the complexities of ambition and personal growth. His work captures the spirit of the late 1980s, reflecting a time when stories of self-discovery and vibrant character arcs resonated with audiences. As both writer and director, Douglas's dual role in A Tiger's Tale showcases his ability to blend storytelling with cinematic vision, marking a distinct contribution to cult cinema.
A Tiger's Tale
Bubber is a high school student. Rose, a nurse is an alcoholic woman, more than twice his age, and the mother of his girlfriend, Shirley. Bubber and Rose begin an affair after he fixes Shirley up with his pal, Ransom. They carry on their affair under the nose of Shirley until everything comes out in the open at a drive-in movie theater. To get even with Bubber and Rose for "behaving badly", Shirley pricks a hole in Rose's diaphragm. Shirley goes on to live with her father and Bubber moves in with Rose along with his pet tiger. The diaphragm incident results in Rose getting pregnant with Bubber's baby. The couple must deci
