The Howling: Reborn (2011)

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On the eve of his high school graduation, unremarkable Will Kidman finally bonds with the girl he has long yearned for, reclusive Eliana Wynter. But he also discovers a dark secret from his past... that he is about to become a werewolf. Now, in an effort to fight destiny and save their love as well as their lives, they must battle not only Will's growing blood lust but an army of fearsome beasts bent on killing them... and then, us all.

Introduction
"The Howling: Reborn", directed by Joe Nimziki, is a 2011 monster scary movie. It is a reboot of the 1981 movie "The Howling" and its sequels, taking a brand-new viewpoint on the decades-old franchise. The plot focuses on the primary character, Will Kidman (Landon Liboiron), as he discovers a family trick and struggles in between embracing his newfound identity or losing the one he enjoys.

Plot
The film starts with a woman ready to give birth, attacked by an unseen creature. The audience later on finds out that this lady is Will's mom, who passed away on the night of his birth. Soon, Will, a high school senior, is presented and he is seen as a social castaway, fascinated with a popular girl named Eliana (Lindsey Shaw). As Will gets closer to Eliana, he undergoes bizarre modifications, such as increased senses and a remarkable connection with wolves.

On his 18th birthday, after receiving a mystical bundle containing an ornate, antique-looking pendant, he begins to experience nightmares and hallucinations. He learns about his werewolf origins from his daddy's old friend Sachin, who divulges that his moms and dads were part of a monster pack. His father killed them to protect Will, but might not save his mom.

Discovery and Conflict
Will faces the news however ultimately accepts his identity after his very first change, which likewise assists him in his establishing relationship with Eliana. Nevertheless, in a stunning twist, the pack that his parents belonged to returns, led by an effective alpha monster called Varek. The pack wants Will to join them and he deals with a challenging choice. Meanwhile, Eliana discovers herself drawn into this dangerous world as she reciprocates Will's sensations and learns about his true identity.

Climax and Conclusion
Varek and the pack abduct Eliana, forcing Will into the last confrontation. As he faces off against the pack, he utilizes both his newfound strength and human sensibilities. Will successfully saves Eliana and together they beat Varek, developing Will as the brand-new dominant alpha. The film ends with Will expressing expect a shared future, where werewolves can exist side-by-side peacefully with people, stating his love for Eliana.

Critical View
"The Howling: Reborn" has met with blended to negative evaluations. Critics see it as a departure from the original series, with a romance-centric story more similar to the Twilight saga than the pure scary of its roots. While the production and unique results were usually valued, the film's plot and character development were deemed lacking. However, the performances of the lead actors, Landon Liboiron, Lindsey Shaw, and Ivana Milicevic, were applauded.

Conclusion
In conclusion, "The Howling: Reborn" retells a teen werewolf story with a contemporary twist. It mixes scary, teenage love, and change, causing a supreme dispute of identity and survival. While it keeps some of the original's horror and suspense, it consists of more components of adolescent romance popular in the genre at the time of its release. Regardless of the criticisms, the film has actually made its cumulation of the franchise, therefore gaining its own fanbase.

Top Cast

  • Landon Liboiron (small)
    Landon Liboiron
    Will
  • Lindsey Shaw (small)
    Lindsey Shaw
    Eliana Wynter
  • Ivana Mili?evi? (small)
    Ivana Mili?evi?
    Kathryn / Kay
  • Jesse Rath (small)
    Jesse Rath
    Sachin
  • Niels Schneider (small)
    Niels Schneider
    Roland
  • Erin Agostino (small)
    Erin Agostino
    Regina
  • Kristian Hodko (small)
    Kristian Hodko
    Tribe
  • Frank Schorpion (small)
    Frank Schorpion
    Jack Kidman
  • Sean Mercado
    Pierce
  • Sacha Charles (small)
    Sacha Charles
    Roddick