A Werewolf in England (2020) User Reviews

It was rather bland and generic...

[paul_haakonsen · 5/10 · 28 September 2020]

Well, the movie was branded as "the best werewolf movie in years", and I must admit that I was definitely intrigued and had some hopes for this movie when I sat down to watch it. But the best werewolf movie in years, nah, not so much.

"A Werewolf in England" was watchable, for sure, but this was hardly an outstanding werewolf movie, much less the best in years. The movie was adequately entertaining, but I must admit that I sat with a 'was that really it' sensation as the movie came to an end.

The storyline in the movie was fairly okay. Sure, it was straight forward and offering no surprises or plot twists at all, so it was a bit on the generic side, and you knew exactly what would happened long before it happened, so writer and director Charlie Steeds wasn't exactly going out all the way here, but instead playing it way too safe.

As for the acting in the movie, well I will say that the actors and actresses performed well enough, given the limitations imposed upon them with the script and the very bland and often pointless characters they had to work with. Yeah, many of the characters were just so mundane that you didn't even remember their names, much less cared a bit about their fate and what not.

The effects in "A Werewolf in England" were adequate, and the werewolf costumes were definitely nice to look at, but the gait that they walked with was just unbearable to look at, and it just made it all the more comical to look at that it added to the thrill or excitement.

All in all, "A Werewolf in England" is a watchable movie, but just don't get your hopes up for it, because this was very bland and mediocre movie. I am rating it a five out of ten stars. This was by no means a particularly outstanding or memorable werewolf movie, nor was it a movie that I fancy sitting down to watch a second time, as it just didn't have the contents to support a second viewing.

disappointing wait :(

[obelixdk · 3/10 · 28 September 2020]

Had good hopes for this movie when i saw the stills and premise for it, but the acting is below avarage and the werewolfs themself move like they are constantly trying to swat off flies.. although its a low budget movie i was very dissapointed in the lack of movement in the heads.. very easy to see its just a helmet without any mouth movements at all :(

Hammer House of Horror and a laugh!

[SimoCummings · 5/10 · 5 October 2020]

This movie is in the style of old Hammer House of Horror movies that were so popular in the 70's and preceding decades. It's funny, bloody and downright disgusting at times! (Poop, blood and farts abound) No special effects as such but if it's a blood soaked comedy you're after, this movie is for you!

DONT WATCH

[heliparts · 1/10 · 29 September 2020]

The people that gave this movie a good review are actually part of the production. No one in their right mind would endorse this movie. dont watch it

Just terrible

[j_good · 2/10 · 7 October 2020]

I love a werewolf movie and have seen my share of bad werewolves over the years but this film takes the prize. The werewolves alone are laughable enough, inexplicably both mincing about and moving as if there were walking on a bouncy castle. However, the production values are also abysmal with most of the cast appearing to be wearing fancy dress costumes, wobbly sets, absurd acting, in fact there is very little to commend this film. It has moments of intentional comedy but mostly it's just very, very poor.

What a waste of money!

[jenlucyshopland · 2/10 · 28 September 2020]

Save your time and money! One of the worse films I've ever seen. My 3 year old could act better than anyone in this god awful film.

Almost like home made video

[deafo · 2/10 · 29 September 2020]

I think it's a waste of money to create a movie with amateur actors. Even their special effects are no near as good as the old movie back in 1981 with An American Werewolf in London. If you enjoy the blood and glory stuffs no matter how bad they can act, it may be for you.

I cannot believe I paid for this

[georgerriley · 1/10 · 28 September 2020]

This writing is terrible. The acting is abysmal. I can't believe I wasted my time and money on this. Here's a lesson for everyone involved, don't do horror, actually get a credible script writer involved. And get enough funding to get some credible actors, Jane was particularly bad.

I mean, it was alright

[Hex_0mega · 6/10 · 8 November 2020]

I didn't watch the previews, but I saw it added to the app I watch movies on and the poster looked cool, so I decided to watch it. I don't know why, but I was kinda expecting more from it. Its very B. Corny, kinda funny and kinda stupid. It definitely wasn't the worst movie I've ever seen by any stretch, though. A lot of other werewolf comedy-horror films are sorta heavy on gore, but this movie isn't. That was part of the reason it was just kinda meh for me. It's very mild in that department. From the start I was thinking it was kinda stupid, but not stupid enough to stop watching. You might have the same feelings if you flip it on, where its not the best but you still wanna see it through. I'm on a middle ground with it. I wouldn't say not to watch it, but if you don't, you're not missing out on a real must see movie. That sounds kinda mean to the directors and I'm not trying to be, but its just my personal criticism.

My god, all the camp in the world can't save this film

[meinnorthatl · 1/10 · 26 October 2020]

Deliberately campy, but without redeeming qualities whatsoever. Mesmerizing like a train wreck. This film was written and directed by the mind of a 13 year old.

There's no tribute to past werewolf films, as I've read in another review. There's no salvation from comedy or parody as in the original Evil Dead, as I also read.

I waited and watched, to no avail. Put a silver bullet in it already.

Here's a spoiler alert for you, werewolf diarrhea. 'Nuff said.

Future Cult Classic

[pk34row · 9/10 · 29 September 2020]

Let's get one thing straight - to any reviews complaining about this movie's effects or writing, you're missing the point!

Director Charlie Steeds and the folks at Dark Temple Films have created a proper old-school monster movie that (for genre fans like me) was a blast from start to finish. It's obviously been made with love. Plenty of nods to classic werwolf pics, and horror in general. Brilliant music, great to see homemade sfx, and some nice performances.

Another awesome addition to the Dark Temple collection; what's next, Mr Steeds?

A certain kind of film for a certain kind of movie buff.

[ashtrek-98712 · 7/10 · 2 October 2020]

If movies like the Evil Dead series and The Fearless Vampire Killers are your cup of tea then you need to see this film. I'm personally glad t see films like this are still being made in the 21st century. It is a clever mixture of slapstick humor and practical effects and acting so "serious" that it is hilarious. The werewolf costumes are top-notch (on par with The Howling series) but won't scare anyone over the age of five. That, too, may be deliberate-the werewolves look ridiculous because the idea of werewolves is, in and of itself, ridiculous-but I could be overthinking and giving the production crew too much credit. The acting is silly, like a highschool play. Overall the film feels very "theatrical". It's fun, it's silly (maybe a little TOO silly in parts) and it's not for everyone.

Awful but somehow good

[armitagecomps · 4/10 · 16 October 2020]

There is nothing about this that is good, the script, the acting, the directing all bad but the film is much better than the sum of its parts!!! Even the werewolves who look like something from early 70s Doctor Who help tie this together

Waste of time

[new-translator · 1/10 · 30 September 2020]

No words can describe it , if you got a lot of time and you couldn't find anything else to do , I'd highly recommend not to watch it

Sorry but this is bad, really bad

[izzyredmond · 2/10 · 30 September 2020]

Having read the reviews, I felt compelled to write one. Unfortunately, I do think the cast and crew have been writing the reviews (the good ones) because ultimately, there is no way this film could be given a 7/8/9/10 out of 10. It's just too poor. I feel for all the people involved that spent a lot of time and effort on it, although judging by the quality, I'm not sure there was much of either of those things put in to this film. The VFX are bad, I mean really bad. You can tell there was no budget for this. The concept isn't original, it's just a copy, which is my people are comparing it to the 'classics' if you want to do something that's on a shoe string budget at least nail the concept, make it original. There's plenty of great low budget horrors that have been made that are great. Money shouldn't be your limitation. To the actors involved, really consider what's being offered to you, don't just take anything, maybe look at this directors history, everything being reviewed as 2/3/4 out of 10? Maybe give it a miss. This film won't have done you any favours, I appreciate it must be a hard industry, but let's face it you aren't going to be adding this one to your showreel. Saying no and doing nothing is sometimes better than doing something badly.

Worst werewolf film

[bikeridereva · 1/10 · 29 September 2020]

Ive seen lots of werewolf films over years ill say this is in the worst list the film series "The Howling" was better than this

Utter crap

[sbw-78566 · 1/10 · 30 September 2020]

Rubbish werewolf film from beginning to end.the money could have been put to much better use than making this garbage.

Stupid, stupid, stupid...and I laughed so hard!

[AndyVanScoyoc · 5/10 · 28 April 2022]

The Parish Councillor's dialogue alone, had me cracking up.

If you're looking for a serious, beautiful Victorian film of elegance and romance, keep looking.

This movie is best for a pizza party with your pals, or for drunken, late night parties.

In fact, I was reminded of a cool party I once had where we watched something equally looney and had a great time.

The clothing is so 70's but is still really cool and this movie is as fun as it is ridiculous.

I'm not going to pretend that this film has some secret hidden value or some noir fantastical message if you know how to look for it.

Nope.

Just enjoy this film for what it is, stupid, hilarious and seriously funny.

Above average,, most of the time.

[jcallender121 · 7/10 · 28 September 2020]

I had high hopes for this, and although they weren't dashed they did get tested. First off the werewolves, they could have been decently menacing if they hadn't fallen into the old trap of aimlessly pawing fresh air pretending to be vicious animals, my cat waits, paws you and draws blood instantly, she doesn't wave her "arms" around like she's backing a truck into a side street, and yes, although looking the part the werewolves are in fact crap. Not as crap as some creatures I have watched recently, and given this film leans heavily in the comedy direction that can be forgiven. Speaking of the comedy element there are some truly laugh out loud moments, albeit with a few lifted straight from other films but who cares, funny is funny. All in all I liked this, there are holes to be picked and it gets a bit farcical at times but there's love and effort been poured into it and it shows, give it a go one dark night.

Oh

[djaho · 1/10 · 3 October 2020]

I get the point. This is a homage to poor hammer movies . Hammer had a charm and were efficient and professional. This is trying to hard to be rubbish.

Worst acting ever....crap monster and zero tension.

not horror, it is a comedy horror

[georgio-26490 · 10/10 · 6 January 2021]

This is in no way attempting to scare the life from you , nor is it trying to persuade you that werewolves were or are real. its not a werewolf movie like any other, imagine sleep hollow mixed with big foot and the hendersons! im sure the bad reviews on here are from viewers that expected a serious scare and realism. id never advise anyone to view a trailer, but with this i feel its a must. you will then know what you are going to or not going watch. its a funny gruesome olden days fairy story. i enjoyed it , funny and silly with a few gallons of blood and more hair than a barbers floor!!!

A Werewolf in England

[IndieZeus · 7/10 · 8 October 2020]

Micro budget British tongue-in-cheek werewolf horror with a retro vibe from Dark Temple Motion Pictures.

A Parish Councillor escorts a murderer (who killed a man he claimed was a creature) and seeks refuge at a country Inn and before you know if they're under threat from the psychopathic Inn Keepers making an offering to the local werewolves on a Blood moon.

Clearly the production values were restricted by the budget but the script is really witty, the film score on point and the actors all do a great job.

Beware a terrible comedy

[pcjsupplies · 1/10 · 5 November 2020]

Total rubbish....it was a comedy horror....not mentioned on the Dvd...i would never have bought otherwise.....not even funny, just stupid...stick to dog soldiers....

Terrible

[lilcreep-21780 · 3/10 · 20 November 2020]

Don't waste your time. This movie was brutal. I don't usually do reviews but the fact this had a 6 is outrageous.

This movie is perfect

[roger_2020 · 28 September 2020]

A Werewolf in England Its upbeat and funny, but also dark and deeply unsettling and so scary. The transformation sequences are impressive and will absolutely make your skin crawl with fear.T his is so far the best werewolf movie ever made!!!Also beware of the moon. i hope it comes out on blu ray/4k.