Werewolves is a 2024 American action-horror film directed by Steven C. Miller. The movie stars Frank Grillo, Katrina Law, Ilfenesh Hadera, James Michael Cummings, and Lou Diamond Phillips.
Set during the night of a rare supermoon, the story follows the chaos as humans exposed to the moonlight transform into deadly werewolves.
The film revolves around the fight for survival and the desperate attempt to find a cure. Released on December 6, 2024, the movie received mixed reviews.
Why is Werewolves Rated R?
Werewolves is rated R due to intense violence, some graphic gore, and strong language. An R rating means that a movie is restricted and not suitable for children under 17 without a parent or adult guardian. Here’s a detailed look at the mature content in the film.
Language
The movie includes over 20 uses of the F-word along with other strong profanity. There are a few religious exclamations and some mild insults.
Sexual Content
- A man and a woman share a kiss.
- Some characters are shown wearing revealing clothing or underwear while locked in cages.
- A woman’s tank top shows cleavage, and a man is seen shirtless in one scene.
Violence and Gore
The movie is heavy on violence, with frequent werewolf attacks, bloody transformations, and intense fights:
- People transform into werewolves with visible physical changes like flesh stretching, fur sprouting, and sharp teeth forming.
- Several graphic scenes show werewolves attacking and killing people, including tearing off heads and ripping bodies apart with blood and organs visible.
- A werewolf fight results in one ripping the head off another.
- Werewolves are shot repeatedly, stabbed, or electrocuted in multiple scenes, often with a lot of blood.
- A man transforms after being exposed to moonlight, slashing another person in the chest, causing heavy bleeding.
- A young girl hides from werewolves but is eventually grabbed and attacked, with bloody results shown.
- Characters prepare booby traps like electrified fences, nail boards, and chemical sprays to fend off the creatures.
Substance Use
- A chemical called “moon screen” is sprayed on people to prevent transformations.
- Test subjects are given eye drops and other treatments during experiments.
Themes and Scary Images
The movie explores dark themes of survival, fear, and sacrifice. Suspenseful scenes, loud growls, and sudden werewolf attacks may be intense for sensitive viewers.
Is Werewolves Suitable 13 Years Old?
No, Werewolves 2024 is not suitable for 13 year old viewers teens due to its graphic violence, gore, and strong language. It is best for adults and mature teens who can handle intense and disturbing scenes.
Official Trailer
FAQs
Q: Why is Werewolves rated R?
A: The R rating is for intense violence, bloody scenes, graphic transformations, and frequent strong language.
Q: Is Werewolves appropriate for teens?
A: It is not suitable for younger teens. The graphic content and strong language make it better suited for adults and mature teens over 17.
Q: How violent is the movie?
A: The film is extremely violent, with detailed scenes of werewolf attacks, transformations, and fights, often showing blood and gore.
Q: Is there sexual content in the movie?
A: Sexual content is minimal, limited to a kiss and some revealing clothing.