The Wolf Man
His hideous howl a dirge of death!
Directed by George Waggner
Produced by Universal Pictures
A gothic horror tragedy about a man cursed by supernatural forces beyond his control, exploring fate, transformation, and the loss of human identity.
After his brother's death, Larry Talbot returns home to his father and the family estate. Events soon take a turn for the worse when Larry is bitten by a werewolf.
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Questions people ask
Does The Wolf Man end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 96% of films.
Is The Wolf Man scary? Yes. More frightening than 87% of films.
Is The Wolf Man sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
Is The Wolf Man easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.
Is The Wolf Man violent? Somewhat. More violent than 59% of films.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Distinctly its own thing.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Ensemble
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Like The Wolf Man
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Wolf Man
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Wolf Man, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Wolf Man, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Wolf Man, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
