Legend of the Werewolf (1975)

Overview
"Legend of the Werewolf" is a British horror film directed by Freddie Francis, released in 1975. The movie is based upon motifs from the emotional narrative, where a character is an outcast due to a curse. In this case, an innocent young boy named Etoile is cursed to become a werewolf whenever the moon shines.

Plot
Embed in the 19th Century, the plot begins in Eastern Europe when a travelling circus encounters a kid, Etoile, raised by wolves and ultimately integrates him into the performers as part of the "wolf-boy" act. Gradually, Etoile grows and ends up being a prominent attraction. However, he changes into a harmful monster every full moon, resulting in the death of 2 circus members. Fearing for their own security, the troupe members force Etoile to leave.

Etoile makes his way to Paris, discovering employment as a zookeeper. There, he sees and falls for a beautiful prostitute named Christine. His not-so-normal life takes a dreadful turn when under the moon; Etoile becomes a monster and starts to eliminate her customers in a fit of jealousy.

Character Transformation
Throughout the movie, Etoile's character transformation is studied. From an innocent kid found in a forest to a male in Paris, his life is filled with difficulties due to the fatal curse on him. The movie diligently represents Etoile's effort to include his violent advises while making every effort to lead a typical life. Etoile's internal struggle with his werewolf side is the film's most striking psychological function.

Conflict and Climax
As more of Christine's customers end up being victims, a local pathologist, Professor Paul, begins thinking a werewolf's presence. He deduces that the perpetrator is someone surrounding Christine and eventually determines him as Etoile. The climax reaches when Professor Paul faces Etoile and fires at him with a silver bullet, consequently ending the wrath of the werewolf.

Cast and Performance
The movie features Peter Cushing as Professor Paul, a wise and dedicated pathologist. His efficiency provides credibility to the film and catches the essence of the classic scary category. The role of Etoile is played by David Rintoul, who masterfully portrays transitions in between a caring, mild guy and a relentless monster. The cinematography and makeup add to the film's chilling atmosphere.

Conclusion
In its totality, "Legends of the Werewolf" is a timeless horror movie with a fantastic storyline and dynamic performances. In spite of its age, the film stays a favorite of lots of monster film lovers and stands the test of time as a substantial piece of cinematic history. The movie's narrative offers a mental insight into the tortured presence of its cursed lead character while adhering to standard horror aspects, that makes it a satisfying watch and a significant entry in the monster genre.

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