City Wolf
City Wolf

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City Wolf

1988
Movie
0
English

A nightclub singer must flee after being involved in a crime.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Jack SholderGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A detective is called to investigate a series of brutal murders that have been occurring in the city. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers that the killer might not be human and that he might be facing an ancient evil. The detective must race against time to stop the creature before it claims more victims.

Critical Reception

City Wolf received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. While some praised its intense atmosphere and action sequences, others found the plot to be derivative and the special effects to be dated. It has since gained a cult following among fans of creature features and 80s horror.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relentless pace and gritty atmosphere.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and uninspired creature design.

  • Considered a quintessential 80s creature feature with some effective suspense.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable through aggregated Google reviews, but niche communities often discuss its B-movie charm and its place within the 80s horror landscape.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a sequel to the 1987 film 'The Lost Boys', but the rights were eventually lost, leading to the creation of 'City Wolf'.

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