"Killer Shrimp" puppet from the dinner party sequence in Beetlejuice....

Description

"Killer Shrimp" puppet from the dinner party sequence in Beetlejuice. (Warner Bros., 1988) Vintage original shrimp arm puppet constructed of slip cast latex glove expertly studio painted and detailed. In one of the most memorable scenes of the film, the dinner party erupts into a rendition of the "Banana Boat" song and then, guests are attacked by the shrimp cocktail! This "Killer Shrimp" puppet measures 21.25 in. Foam filled for display. Exhibiting production handling, wear, and age, with chipped paint. In production used vintage good to very good condition.

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