As the Supermoon rises again this December, chaos and carnage will follow in Werewolves, a new action-horror film directed by Steven C. Miller. After last year's Supermoon event turned millions into ravenous beasts, the world remains haunted by the memory of nearly a billion lives lost. The film picks up one year later, when scientists race against time to prevent another global catastrophe as the Supermoon's glow once again threatens to awaken humanity's darkest nature. Briarcliff Entertainment will unleash Werewolves in theaters on December 6, 2024.
Werewolves Poster
The cast boasts a lineup of talented actors, with Frank Grillo leading the charge alongside Katrina Law, Ilfenesh Hadera, James Michael Cummings, and Lou Diamond Phillips. Known for its practical effects, the film features werewolf designs by Alec Gillis and Tom Woodruff Jr., whose work on Alien and Predator brings a visceral, old-school horror vibe to the screen. It's refreshing to see a return to practical effects over CGI, enhancing the realism and intensity of the gore and action sequences.
Written by Matthew Kennedy (Inheritance), Werewolves promises a unique blend of action and horror reminiscent of The Purge, but with a supernatural twist. The R rating hints at an unflinching approach to violence, gore, and language, appealing to fans of the genre looking for a film that doesn't hold back.
The trailer offers a tantalizing glimpse of what's in store—fast-paced action, brutal transformations, and a society on the brink of collapse. With such an intriguing premise, it's shaping up to be a standout entry in the werewolf genre.
For those who crave practical creature effects and raw, bloody action, Werewolves might just be the perfect choice to kick off the holiday season with a howl.
Werewolves Trailer
The trailer's practical effects and dark tone set Werewolves apart in an era dominated by CGI-heavy films. It captures the raw energy of classic horror while delivering an updated twist on the werewolf mythos. This could be a sleeper hit for genre enthusiasts.
What do you think makes werewolf movies so captivating, and do you prefer practical effects over CGI in horror films?
