The Wolf Man Coming Soon to Blu-Ray

Coming September 17, 2013 is the blu-ray edition of the classic 1941 film The Wolf Man and with it is not only the beloved film, but a slew of bonus features as well. Check out the goods below and feel free to share your thoughts on this classic.

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“Even a man who is pure in heart and says his prayers by night may become a wolf when the wolfbane blooms and the autumn moon is bright”. In 1941, The Wolf Man introduced the world to a new Universal movie monster and the mythology of the werewolf was redefined forever. Featuring a heartbreaking performance by Lon Chaney Jr. and groundbreaking make-up by Jack Pierce, this story of a cursed man who transforms into a deadly werewolf when the moon is full has not only become a masterpiece of the horror genre, but of all time.

Special Features:

  • Monster by Moonlight: An American Werewolf in London director John Landis hosts this hosts this documentary on the history, development, production and sequels of The Wolf Man.
  • Pure in Heart: The Life and Legacy of Lon Chaney, Jr.: Another documentary. This one is about the life and career of Wolf Man actor Lon Chaney, Jr.
  • He Who Made Monsters: The Art and Life of Jack Pierce: Documentary on makeup master Jack Pierce.
  • Audio Commentary with film historian Tom Weaver
  • From Ancient Curse to Modern Myth: Breaking down The Wolf Man and its appeal.
  • 100 Years of Universal: The Lot: The Universal backlot.
  • The Wolf Man Archives: Movie posters, campaign art, production stills and other images.
  • Trailer Gallery: Werewolf of London, The Wolf Man, Frankenstein Meets The Wolf Man, House of Frankenstein, House of Dracula and She-Wolf of London.

Anyone planning on picking up the blu-ray copy? Has anyone here actually seen the original Wolf Man? Did you enjoy it? Let us know in a comment below!

– Moonlight

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Moonlight (aka Amanda) loves to write about, read about and learn about everything pertaining to werewolves and other supernatural beasties. She writes for top genre sites like Vampires.com and Werewolves.com. You will most likely find her huddled over a book with coffee in hand. You can stalk her via her Twitter.

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2 comments

  1. I loved all the classics including the wolfman, but alas im not into technology, so changing to blue ray isn’t for me

  2. I’ve seen it and it was really good! It’s a werewolf film from a whole different level. Definitly something I recommend for werewolf lovers.

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