Howling
Howling

Howling

2012Movie114 minKorean

A beat cop and his rookie partner investigate a series of killings that seem to be carried out by a mysterious wolfdog.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Jo Dong-ohGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A detective investigates a series of gruesome murders where the victims' bodies are found dismembered. As the investigation progresses, he uncovers a dark secret connecting the victims and a mysterious woman with a connection to a wolf.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its atmosphere and suspense but criticized its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the horror elements and others finding it lacking in originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and visual style.
  • Criticized for a predictable narrative and a lack of originality in its horror tropes.
  • Some viewers found the gore and mystery engaging, while others felt it failed to deliver a satisfying conclusion.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Howling' was largely mixed. While some viewers appreciated the film's attempt at a suspenseful mystery with horror elements, many found the plot convoluted and the characters unconvincing. The ending also proved divisive, with some satisfied and others disappointed.

Fun Fact

The film is noted for its attempt to blend crime investigation with supernatural horror elements, a less common combination in Korean cinema at the time.

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