Not as good as I expected, which is a shame. The (hilariously protracted) transformation scene is worth seeing, even if it is unintentionally amusing. The wolf is grinning.
This review of The Howling (1981) was written by Ian S on 01 Nov 2008.
The Howling has generally received positive reviews.
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