The Howling (1981)

linktr.ee/CatchingUpOnCinema⁠ This March, “VHS Cover Art” Month returns at Catching Up On Cinema! Every week we'll be reviewing films with incredible cover art from the VHS era. This week, Kyle and Trevor review Joe Dante's, The Howling (1981)! An early hit in Joe Dante's filmography, The Howling (1981) is an unusual werewolf film that is largely remembered for the makeup effects contributions of a young Rob Bottin. Released in 1981, a year that would also see the release of John Landis' darkly comedic, An American Werewolf in London, and Michael Wadleigh's lesser known, Wolfen, The Howling is likely remembered as the 2nd best werewolf film that came out that year. Charismatically shot and directed, with a strong presentation overall, The Howling has a many positive elements, however its meandering 2nd act, and strangely hurried and muddled climax result in an experience possessed of some truly high highs, with unfortunately very little connective tissue tying it all together. A fine werewolf film that unfortunately, in the eyes of this reviewer, will forever play second fiddle to An American Werewolf in London. Follow us on Instagram ⁠@catchinguponcinema⁠ Follow us on Twitter ⁠@CatchingCinema⁠ Like, share, subscribe, and we'll catch you next time!