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Curse
of the Werewolf (1961) – T. Fisher
Hammer surely got it right when they
chose Oliver Reed to play their only werewolf (judging by his subsequent
notoriety). Rather than tackle the
Universal Studios version of the story, however, Terrence Fisher and his team
go for a different take on the legend.
Here, lycanthropy has possibly genetic origins and we are treated to a
nearly 45 minute preamble involving Reed’s parents (mute servant girl and
insane begging man) and his childhood (sneaking out to kill local goats). Apparently, being loved can keep the dark
side at bay, but, unfortunately, Reed’s true love is thwarted – but you
expected that. Hammer’s usual production
values are present and Reed’s anguish is clear but there is only really one
scene with full-on werewolf make-up.
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