Review of The Howling (1981) by James B — 22 Feb 2008

I nearly turned it off through lack of interest, which considering it it is a werewolf film is incredible.

This review of The Howling (1981) was written by James B on 22 Feb 2008.

The Howling has generally received positive reviews.

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The ending is one of the best endings in a horror movie, also the graphics are the best in all werewolf movies. An excellent werewolf movie…

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