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Howling IV: The Original Nightmare (1988)

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Release Date: Nov 1, 1988 Wide

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Shot in South Africa, this direct-to-video installment of the werewolf series continues that franchise's tradition of generating sequels light-years distant from the quality of Joe Dante's witty and frightening original. The fourth chapter even attempts to rewrite the original film's premise, which admittedly took grand liberties with the novel by Gary Brandner. The revamped tale involves successful author Marie (Romy Windsor), who visits the scenic woodland town of Drago to find respite from

R, 1 hr. 34 min.

Horror

Directed By: John Hough

In Theaters: Nov 1, 1988 Wide

On DVD: Jun 15, 2004

Cast

Romy Windsor
Marie
Michael T. Weiss
Richard
Anthony Hamilton
Tom
Susanne Severeid
Janice
Lamya Derval
Eleanor
Norman Anstey
Sherill
Kate Edwards
Mrs. Orstead
Clive Turner
Tow Truck Driver
Maxine John
Paula
Megan Kruskal
Sister Ruth
Anthony James
Father Camefron
Greg Latter
John
Dennis Folbigge
Dr. Coombes
Tulio Moneta
Villager #1
Peter Ware
Werewolf #2
Dale Cutts
Dr. Helnemann

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Fourth film in this franchise of werewolf films is yet another boring affair. Established horror director John Hough (American Gothic) directs this film, but due to a poor script (as usual), the film goes nowhere. The results are wasted on-screen. Howling IV continues the trend of this franchise to create awful,

December 8, 2011