Movie Review: “The Wolfman”

Seen on: February 9, 2010

The players: Director: Joe Johnston, Writers: David Self, Andrew Kevin Walker, Cast: Benicio Del Toro, Emily Blunt, Hugo Weaving, Anthony Hopkins

Facts of interest: Joe Johnston also helmed "Jumanji."

The plot: A nobleman returns to his home estate, where he is bitten by a werewolf and consequently turns into a beast himself.

Our thoughts: Joe Johnston’s “The Wolfman” has a lot of great things going for it, but what it lacks is a decent story. Man, that script it one big mess that feels like it’s been torn apart by one angry werewolf. Luckily, Universal’s reboot of “Wolfman” boasts stunning visuals and an overall surprisingly solid cast that keeps this one from crashing completely.

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This week's new movie releases - Feb. 12, 2010

Opening this week are Joe Johnston's "The Wolfman" with Benicio Del Toro, "Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief" with Logan Lerman and "Valentine's Day" with Ashton Kutcher.

THE WOLFMAN (with Benicio Del Toro & Emily Blunt)

Synopsis: Inspired by the classic Universal film that launched a legacy of horror, "The Wolfman" brings the myth of a cursed man back to its iconic origins. Benicio Del Toro stars as Lawrence Talbot, a haunted nobleman lured back to his family estate after his brother vanishes.

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Cool new poster for 'The Wolfman' debuts on web

Another new poster for Joe Johnston's upcoming werewolf movie "The Wolfman" has found its way to the Web, and you can check it out after the jump. Just like its predecessors, it looks pretty awesome.

Benicio del Toro stars as Lawrence Talbot, a carefree Londoner lured back to his family estate after the disappearance of his brother. That's when he discovers an even more horrifying destiny for himself.

Emily Blunt and Anthony Hopkins co-star, and I'm loving this cast already. Sadly, we'll have to wait until Feb. 12, 2010 to see "The Wolfman." It was set for a release Nov. 6, 2009, but Universal pushed it back.

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Meet Benicio Del Toro's 'The Wolf Man' in trailer

It's a big day for new trailers. First, we got a sneak peek at James Cameron's "Avatar," and now, Universal invites you to check out its first trailer for Joe Johnston's upcoming horror thriller "The Wolf Man," which will be unleashed in theaters Feb. 10, 2010 with Benicio Del Toro in the lead role.

Del Toro stars as Lawrence Talbot, a carefree Londoner lured back to his family estate after the disappearance of his brother. Reunited in crisis with his estranged father, Talbot sets out to find his brother… but discovers an even more horrifying destiny for himself.

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Universal moves 'The Wolfman' yet again

Universal yet again changed the release date for Joe Johnston's upcoming horror thriller "The Wolfman." The film is now set to open Feb. 12, 2010.

"Wolfman" was last set to invade theaters Nov. 6, 2009, but that was already the film's third release date, after a move from Feb. 13, 2009 to April 6.

Universal prefers opening the film during the first quarter of 2010, citing a bigger potential to score at the box office. Right now, "Wolfman" will go up against "Valentine's Day" and "Remember Me."

Benicio del Toro stars as Lawrence Talbot, a carefree Londoner lured back to his family estate after the disappearance of his brother.

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Trailer radar: 'Che'

Here is a brief international teaser trailer for Steven Soderbergh's upcoming theatrical event "Che," which will be released in two parts early next year.

Entitled "Guerilla" and "The Argentine," the two films focus on Che Guevara's plan to overthrow the Cuban government in the 1950s and his capture and execution by the Bolivian government in 1967.

Playing Che is Benicio Del Toro, who picked up the best actor award for this role at this year's Cannes Film Festival. Franka Potente, Joaquim de Almeida, Catalina Sandino Moreno and Demián Bichir co-star.

Check out the footage after the jump. It doesn't come with any dialogue, but it sure looks great. Catch the first part in theaters this January, with the second following in February.

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Universal Studios to offer first look at 'Wolf Man'

A rare and exclusive first look at Universal Pictures' highly anticipated re-imagining of the genre classic, "The Wolf Man," will debut at Universal Studios Hollywood's "Halloween Horror Nights" as part of the theme park's unique "Terror Tram."

The "Terror Tram: The Nightmare Tour" will offer an exclusive preview of Joe Johnston's upcoming horror thriller on the tram's LED screens.

"The Terror Tram" experience will take guests off the familiar studio tram and lead them on foot past such infamous landmarks as the Bates Motel and Psycho House and into remote and menacing locations of Universal's legendary backlot.

"Halloween Horror Nights" begins on Friday, Oct. 3 and will extend over an expanded 13-night run concluding Saturday, Nov. 1.

In the film, Benicio Del Toro stars as Lawrence Talbot, a haunted nobleman lured back to his family estate after his brother vanishes. Reunited with his estranged father (Anthony Hopkins), Talbot sets out to find his brother.

"The Wolf Man" opens nationwide on April 3, 2009. Click here for more information.

New poster for 'The Argentine' debuts on web

IMP Awards today posted a brand-new international poster for Steven Soderbergh's "The Argentine," one of two films focusing on Che Guevara's plan to overthrow the Cuban government in the 1950s and his capture and execution by the Bolivian government in 1967. Benicio Del Toro stars alongside Franka Potente and Demián Bichir. Watch the new one-sheet below.