From Classics to Hidden Gems: Wolf and 3 Other Best Movies About Werewolves
For those nights when the moon is full, we've compiled the perfect list of werewolf movies.
Werewolves are people who can turn into wolves. These characters from classic myths and legends were among the first monsters to appear on movie screens.
Over time, however, their popularity began to wane. A significant number of werewolf movies were released in the 80s and 90s – the era of teen horror movies. In the 21st century, werewolves returned to the big screen, but still remained in the context of not very well-known films.
1. An American Werewolf in London, 1981
Two American students arrive in London. At night, they are attacked by a giant wolf, killing one of the friends and turning the other into a werewolf. Now the student must figure out how to deal with his animal nature.
An American Werewolf in London perfectly combines the atmosphere of a classic horror movie with many comedy elements. Therefore, it can be considered both a bright representative of the genre and a parody of typical plots.
2. Trick ‘r Treat, 2007
The movie consists of four stories that take place during Halloween. Each part plays on a classic plot: the adventures of a mad teacher, zombie children, and the story of Little Red Riding Hood. But they are all connected.
The debut of the future creator of Godzilla vs. Kong was released directly to the media, bypassing the cinemas. That is why only fans of the genre know about it. Nevertheless, the story in the spirit of the classic Creepshow or Tales from the Crypt proved to be popular among horror fans.
3. Wolf, 1994
Will Randall works for a large publishing house. As time goes by, his company is having a lot of problems, and his young colleague Stewart Swinton is already plotting behind his back.
After Randall is bitten by a roadkill, he starts to turn into a werewolf. The man becomes tougher and more determined, but is pursued by detectives who suspect him of murder.
The director of this movie, Mike Nichols, is better known as an author of dramatic films than of horror flicks. That is why Wolf talks more about the relationships of the characters, rather than focusing on the horror.
4. Ginger Snaps, 2000
The sisters Ginger and Brigitte like to provoke people. They dress in black and are obsessed with stories of death. One day, Ginger is attacked by a giant monster. Her wounds heal quickly, but soon the girl begins to change. And now Brigitte must understand what to do with her sister.
The dark movie from the future creator of the Orphan Black series John Fawcett went almost unnoticed at the box office. But that did not stop the authors from making a sequel, Ginger Snaps 2: Unleashed, which, of course, is about Brigitte.