April 10, 1981 (United States)
The classic Werewolf film of the 1980s, placing the werewolf in a contemporary setting. Though there are others and some inventive takes on the subject, such as Wolfen, the original The Howling is a solid milestone. Not so much with the numerous sequels released in its wake attempting to cash in on the originals success. The transformation sequence and actual shape of the werewolf is executed brilliantly by Rick Baker and Rob Bottin. Direction by Joe Dante (Rock’n’Roll Highschool, Pirhana) and stars Dee Wallace (Critters, Cujo, Frighteners).
“After a bizarre and near deadly encounter with a serial killer, a television newswoman is sent to a remote mountain resort whose residents may not be what they seem.” [IMDb]
Director: Joe Dante
Stars: Dee Wallace, Patrick Macnee, Dennis Dugan
https://m.imdb.com/title/tt0082533/
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