Werewolves (2024) Review

I want to start by saying this is my first ever review! Besides the basic rundowns I give my friends and family when they ask I never thought to actually spread the infection that is my mind. I’m still working out how I want these formatted and if a video version or podcast will be available 🤫. Sadly I only put this because I’d say it in a video anywho let’s get some gifs going so I can give you my short and slightly spoiler free review of Werewolves!

After driving to the next city over due to the limited theater release let’s talk about Werewolves 2024, also that sounds more dramatic than it is because it’s Texas but it was 20 minutes.

Review

The movie dives straight into chaos, picking up after a “super moon” event that transformed a billion people into werewolves. Sounds terrifying, right? Well, this is a lower-budget affair, so I adjusted my expectations accordingly and honestly, I wasn’t disappointed.

The opening sets a decent tone, though I have to admit, the concept of “moon screen” had me laughing. It’s essentially modified sunscreen to ward off werewolf transformations, which feels like slapping a Band-Aid on a bullet wound. But hey, without it, we wouldn’t have this movie! Watching them spray it on was entertaining, though I couldn’t stop wondering: how is it penetrating that woman’s fro? Spoiler: it works. Sort of. After an hour, the moon screen fails, chaos ensues, and naturally, the roof mechanism that’s supposed to protect everyone gets stuck.

The transformation scene was a highlight, CGI was used for that and it was good. The practical effects for the werewolves looked great in motion, though the faces leaned a bit into unintentional comedy. It’s also worth noting that anyone exposed to the super moon transforms—not just certain people. (Took me a second to piece that together, but it clicks during a scene where a werewolf hurls a deep freezer through a window. Things escalate quickly.)

Here’s a question for you: If you’re stuck in a facility overrun by werewolves, do you (a) spray yourself with moon screen and make a run for it or (b) try to outlast them as they are killing anything human? Thankfully, the characters chose option A and got out like smart people (You legit are screwed either way but at least you aren’t in a coffin waiting on it.

The story wastes no time with fluff, diving straight into the action and my ADHD thanks you. The werewolves are smart! Using what feels like human knowledge to dismantle barricades and defenses. This adds a layer of genuine horror to the chaos in the streets. The way the werewolves hunt and communicate is both terrifying and fascinating. In close combat, they don’t just kill; they toy with their victims, adding to the tension. (Side note: I see you, filmmakers, disguising a vape pen as a moon screen applicator. Not slick!)

A standout moment in a bodega introduces what might be a hybrid werewolf—or maybe that’s just what kids look like when they transform? Now I’m curious. What do babies or elderly werewolves look like?

I need answers and I have AI.

The climax ramps up as werewolves descend upon a heavily barricaded home. Their intelligence becomes the scariest part as they coordinate their attacks and out think their prey. Meanwhile, we cut between this siege and a group fighting back in the streets with mixed results. Quick gripe: the Gatling gun operator had terrible aim, but when a real hero takes the reins, it’s as satisfying as it should be.

Another question: If you’ve only got a few shotgun shells left, are you firing blindly? Probably not, but apparently, some folks in this movie didn’t get that memo. This could’ve been a great conversation to have before nightfall, but I digress. And when the pissed-off werewolf finally breaches the barricade? You’ll need to watch for yourself. Let’s just say: Semper Fi!

The film also explores how werewolves retain some of their human traits, including grudges. Even in wolf form, their pack behavior and infighting reflect remnants of their humanity, adding an extra layer to the story. There’s even a clever nod to the “Three Little Pigs,” though let’s just say Wes has some explaining to do to his niece.

When daylight hits, the werewolves revert to human form, giving us a slow-mo shot of abs—definitely a moment for the ladies.

Final Verdict

I give Werewolves 2024 a solid 3/5. While it doesn’t break new ground, it delivers fun, tension, and practical effects that deserve appreciation. I don’t feel like I wasted my money, and I’ll definitely revisit it once it hits streaming and more than likely get the DVD.