The Marvel special ‘Werewolf by Night’ is already among the most popular of the year

The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to expand into uncharted territory, and now it is the area of ​​terror that occupies his attention with his new film “Werewolf at night”. A Halloween special from the franchise, starring Gael García Bernal, loaded with all the terror aesthetics of the 70s and which is among the most popular of the year.

According to website data Rotten tomatoesthe movie that can be seen on Disney + since October 7, now integrates the list of the most popular Marvel Studios productions in all of history. Up to now, the average ratings of the critics are 92% and, as far as the audience is concerned, 93% are registered. Likewise, the specialized press describes it as one of the most differentiated products of the MCU.

Likewise, the work of its director, the Oscar winner Michele Giacchino, who was also the composer of “Lost” and “Up”. The specialized press did not hesitate to praise the film. For example, Jordan Moreau wrote for Variety that this is the scariest and bloodiest project in the franchise, making it a perfect Halloween gift.

It’s the most disturbing and bloody Marvel project and, in 53 minutes, it’s a perfect Halloween snack heading into the scariest season, ”wrote Variety’s Jordan Moreau.

On the other hand, Helen O’Hara of Empire magazine highlighted the change of direction of the franchise, being a beautiful and fun release, which gives life to a business dedicated to the monsters to come. Problem that had also been praised earlier by the film’s early reactions, applauding Marvel’s departure to explore other areas outside of superheroes.

Michael Giacchino talks about ‘Werewolf by Night’

Marvel’s “Werewolf by Night” Halloween special uses classic horror movie assets to create a spooky atmosphere, using the same black and white charm as a movie from yesteryear. In turn, it draws inspiration from Marvel’s 70s graphic stories like Moon Knight and Doctor Strange, which also made their way onto the screen.

In an interview for Rotten tomatoes Giacchino underlined his love for horror comics from the 70s of Marvel, highlighting the artwork, the writing and above all how these were an outlet for superhero narratives, which he loved too, but for some reason he always returned to horror comic stories.

I love that whole ’70s era of Marvel horror comics, ”Giacchino said.

Likewise, he recalled as he commented to Kevin Feige, president of Marvel Studios, that these stories haven’t been explored as much, other than presenting monsters as villains, since for him monsters are not bad, but they are people with problems who need help. Thus begins this new project that transforms Gael García Bernal into the werewolf Jack Russell.