Possibly the most terrifying transformation sequence in horror movie history.
Chilling to the bone yet belly-achingly comical in equal measure, John Landis' hybrid creature feature, "An American Werewolf In London," cleverly mashes together conflicting genres while introducing some of horror's most stomach-churning practical effects courtesy of Rick Baker.
With its visually disturbing, violently graphic transformation sequence, An American Werewolf in London instantly cemented its place in horror history. But beyond that vividly grotesque scene lies a horror movie packed with mischievous hilarity, sharp wit, and enough campy humor to give Sam Raimi's Evil Dead a run for its ghoulish coffers.
An obscure horror-comedy synthesis, An American Werewolf In London puts an all-new terrifying spin on the tragic werewolf metamorphosis tale. Yet one horrific scene, in particular, will always leave a scar, no matter how many times we attempt to scrub it from our psyches.
The grim expressions of unimaginable pain and unbridled agony, the gruesome soundbites of bones viciously snapping, cracking, and contorting out of place with each panic-striking shriek. Those excruciating disfigurements to nauseating degrees as the transformation reaches its dramatic climax.
All these visceral elements combined create one of the most unforgettable scenes in horror movie history. Take a bow, Rick Baker.
An American Werewolf In London is considered an iconic cult classic. Not finished feasting on horror just yet? Why not check out our review of the science fiction phenomenon, The Day of The Triffids?
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