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4.1/5EXECUTIONER "ACE"91 min
The Howling (1981)
Directed by Joe Dante
4.1/5EXECUTIONER "ACE"91 minQuick Hit
The Howling unfolds like a hairy creature feature—gnarly, fun, and never wastes a scare.
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The Howling leans hard into werewolf horror energy, and Joe Dante keeps the tone gnarly without letting the movie drift. The best parts are the confidence and control: it takes its time, sets the trap, then slams the door. It may not be for everybody, but it definitely has teeth.
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This one actually worked for me.
I’m closer to the negative side on this. It just didn’t come together for me and felt like it never really found its footing.
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This one actually worked for me.
This didn’t really land for me overall, but I can see why some people like it.
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This didn’t really land for me overall, but I can see why some people like it.
I actually agree with this take. It’s not perfect but it definitely delivers in key moments.
I actually agree with this take. It’s not perfect but it definitely delivers in key moments.