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I Was a Teenage Werewolf
1957·Movie
I Was a Teenage Werewolf fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Coming of Age6
- Melancholy5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Physical Comedy3
- Satire & Parody3
World
The mind
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction5
- Acting5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition5
Energy
HighScary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
I Was a Teenage Werewolf is scary, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowNostalgic
Emotionally, it's nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
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A hypnotherapist uses a temperamental teenager as a guinea pig for a serum which transforms him into a vicious werewolf.
Teen HorrorWerewolf TransformationHypnosis1950s Monster MovieB-MoviePsychological ThrillerComing-of-AgeCamp Classic
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Questions about I Was a Teenage Werewolf
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Is I Was a Teenage Werewolf worth watching?
40
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 40/100 (IMDb 5.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 40%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is I Was a Teenage Werewolf rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is I Was a Teenage Werewolf?
1 h 16 min
I Was a Teenage Werewolf runs 1 h 16 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on I Was a Teenage Werewolf?
Critics40
Audiences37
Yes. Critics average 40 and audiences 37 out of 100, so both groups see I Was a Teenage Werewolf much the same way.
Was I Was a Teenage Werewolf a box office hit?
Budget$82,000
Box office$2 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $82,000 to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 24.4 times its budget.
What language is I Was a Teenage Werewolf in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does I Was a Teenage Werewolf use?
Doesn't Like Being TouchedTorches and PitchforksA Handful for an EyeBadass BystanderFanservice ExtraPsycho PsychologistImprobable Weapon UserHoist by His Own PetardGone Horribly RightHey, Wait!My God, What Have I Done?Teen Horrorand 19 more
TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for I Was a Teenage Werewolf, including Doesn't Like Being Touched, Torches and Pitchforks, A Handful for an Eye.