WOLF
WOLF

WOLF

Movie85 minEnglish

Narrated by Tilda Swinton, WOLF is a deeply personal documentary about musician Patrick Wolf.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Metacritic51/100
Google Users64%
Director: Mike NicholsGenres: Fantasy, Horror, Romance

Plot Summary

Will Randall, a timid book editor, is bitten by a wolf under the full moon. As the lycanthropic curse takes hold, Will undergoes a dramatic transformation, becoming more confident, aggressive, and primal. This newfound wildness surprisingly enhances his career and love life, particularly his relationship with Laura Alden, the daughter of his wealthy employer. However, he must grapple with the destructive nature of his inner beast.

Critical Reception

Wolf received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While some praised its stylish direction, strong performances, and unique take on the werewolf mythos, others found the plot somewhat predictable and the blend of horror and romance not entirely successful. Audiences were generally divided, with some enjoying the film's dark fantasy elements and others finding it underwhelming.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visual style and Jack Nicholson's performance.
  • Noted for its intriguing premise but criticized for a formulaic plot.
  • Seen as a stylish but ultimately uneven werewolf tale.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be an interesting, albeit not groundbreaking, take on the werewolf genre. Many appreciated the performances, especially Jack Nicholson's, and the atmospheric direction. Some viewers felt the story could have been more original or impactful, but overall it was considered a watchable fantasy-horror film.

Fun Fact

Jack Nicholson's prosthetic wolf teeth were so uncomfortable that he had difficulty speaking during some scenes, and they were occasionally visible when he smiled or spoke quickly.

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