
MM16 - City Frights: Wolfen, Candyman, and the Urban Wilderness
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Urban Howls: The Impact of 'Wolfen'
This chapter analyzes the film 'Wolfen,' focusing on its authentic New York City locations and the contrast of urban landscapes in the 1980s. It highlights the use of real wolves and the innovative thermographic effects that enhance the horror narrative, along with the film's thematic exploration of societal changes during that era. The discussion also draws connections to the impact of urban renewal and the film's position within the 1980s werewolf genre.
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