![]() Much of this can most likely be attributed to the establishment of the Production Code in 1934, which would limit and regulate the content shown in films – especially horror films. Too often, it feels too afraid to commit as the films in the 1930s did. However, may it be the decades that have passed since, George Waggner‘s The Wolf Man is far from terrifying. The camera holds on the definition, providing ample time for the audience to read, setting the mood for the terrifying tale it about to tell. As the film begins to transition to its central story, the camera slowly zooms in on a series of books, one in particular opened to reveal the definition of Lycanthropy. It is an awkward beginning to a horror film, far removed from the boisterous and dark introductions of horrors before. Each actor is introduced, smiling, with both their names and that of their character’s shown below. ![]() Rather, it feels like the quintessential 80s and 90s television comedy episodic introductions. Gone are the symphonies to the back drop of title cards. The opening of The Wolf Man feels far removed from the classic Creature Features of the early 1930s. And what better way to start than by returning to the annals of cinematic horror history and vault of Universal’s Creature Features with 1941’s The Wolf Man. An entire month dedicated to cinematic terrors – and Horrific Inquiry is here to join in on the fun! Each week throughout the month, we will be covering horrors over the decades to keep your marathon going. While the leaves may have begun to change and decorations strung with horror, it doesn’t truly feel like Halloween until the calendar reads October. It’s that time of the year again – the beloved month of horror. Join us as we dive deep into the heart of horror, but warning, there will be spoilers. And occasionally looking at those that could have pushed the envelope further. Twice a month, I will be tackling all things horror, bringing two films back into the spotlight to terrify and frighten once more. Welcome back to the scariest, and at times goriest, column here at Film Inquiry: Horrific Inquiry.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |