The Wolfman (Blu-ray Disc, 2010, 2-Disc Set, Rated/Unrated Versions; Includes Digital Copy)

Benicio Del Toro, Anthony Hopkins and Emily Blunt star in this 2010 horror remake of the 1941 classic. A man becomes cursed with the mark of the beast. Benicio looks a little like Lon Chaney Jr. and Rick Baker did a terrific make-up job as usual. This dvd not only has nice picture and sound, but rated and unrated versions plus deleted scenes. I recommend this good horror remake.

Our illustrious production of the newest version of the Wolfman was filmed at 9 different locations in England. Director Joe Johnston (Jumanji 1995) wanted the very best for the academy award winners such as Anthony Hopkins (Silence of the Lambs) in 1992 and Benicio Del Toro (Traffic) in 200. We have to know that the studio would have a tag-line that wouldn't dissappoint. "When the moon is full the legend comes to life."

The action sequences and the kills by the wolfman were extremely impressive, yet the last fight sequence had a bit of a fake feel to it all and was a bit overdone. Thusly, there were two versions of the father son wolfman fight scenes. Neither one, in my opinion gave the film justice. It just was not fitting for the two great actors to fight one another.

The beginning of the film goes somewhat like this: In 1891, Gwen Conliffe (Emily Blunt) writes to Lawrence Talbot (Benicio del Toro) to tell him that his brother, Ben, has disappeared. Lawrence, a renowned Shakespearean actor, is touring London and races to the family's estate in Blackmoor. He has been estranged from his family for many years, since his father, Sir John Talbot (Anthony Hopkins) sent him to an insane asylum after witnessing his mother's mysterious death. When Lawrence arrives, Talbot Hall is in disrepair. John tells him that Ben's mauled body had been found the day before.

The asylum sequences were extremely disturbing and kept you guessing as to what was coming up next. This excitement tends to keep you on the edge of you seat. Just when you think it is safe, something crazy happens and mayhem ensues. The werewolf in this film is pretty insane, so expect to see a lot of blood, gore, and human body parts flying around. The violence, along with the dark atmosphere, really gave a suspenseful experience.

While the film had lots of positive sides to it, it also had its share of negative attributes. The one thing that aggravated me the most was the erratic film pace. Perhaps this was due to the cut. It starts off slow to introduce the characters and setting, and then all of a sudden it kicks to high gear. After it has some fast scenes (which sometimes feel as if you just skipped ahead and missed something entirely), the film will go back to a slow pacing. What I'm trying to say is that the film's pacing was pretty inconsistent. The pacing stems off and creates other problems, such as poor story elements. I feel as if some of the mysteries in the film were just solved by adding a few lines to the script. The writers probably said amongst themselves:

"So, how does this happen?" "Umm...I don't know, let's just add this line or sub-plot." The story even forgets to answer some questions that may have been burning in your mind, and when you leave the theater you wonder why these questions were never answered (you can blame the writing and fast-paced scenes for that). Emily Blunt's character also seemed to be useless, and was just added to give off some romantic vibes. Finally, the ending wasn't that productive. It need to have a much better closure.

Overall, The Wolfman is an interesting study in horror/action films. The acting is perfectly timed, yet timid at time. The set production and visuals are awesome, and the action sequences are uncanny. There are also some pretty nice kills in this one for all of you blood/gore fans. While the film can be fun, the plot suffers from the film's inconsistent pacing, which eventually leaves some plot holes.

good movie with a lot of actors/actresses. Del Toro has done a good job playing the wolfman; very convincing. watching this on blu-ray makes it even better.

I just loved this as you can start with one of the original movies "The Wolfman" from many years ago. Then on to the main story which has two wonderfully different endings. You pick which one you would like to live with. I know which one I did. Imagine going back to where you grew up and finding your brother dead and others too. Your brothers fiance is there and you must console her and help the police find who or what killed your brother and the other people in the town. With all the twists and turns you will never figure out what is going on until the last few minutes then slowly, ever so slowly it all comes together. Things you thought throughout the movie change and then you get it. It's all there for you to get into. Or not. Follow very closely to the characters as Anthony Hopkins is one to really watch along with Benico Del Toro. This is a great movie that will keep you entwined for the entire time. Just amazing.

i like the special effects used in this movie. i decided to buy this movie because i love these kinds of movies.