Watch Howling II: Your Sister is a Werewolf
- R
- 1986
- 1 hr 30 min
Howling II: Your Sister is a Werewolf is a 1985 horror movie directed by Philippe Mora. The film is a sequel to Joe Dante's 1981 film, The Howling, and stars Christopher Lee, Annie McEnroe, and Reb Brown. The movie begins with the funeral of Karen White, the protagonist of the first film. A mysterious man named Stefan Crosscoe (Lee) attends the funeral and reveals that Karen was actually a werewolf. He asks her brother Ben (Brown) and journalist Jenny (McEnroe) to help him track down Stirba (Sybil Danning), the queen of werewolves and the one responsible for Karen's transformation.
The trio travels to Transylvania, where they meet strange villagers, encounter werewolves, and eventually come face to face with Stirba. Along the way, they also learn about the ancient Druidic cult that worships werewolves and their belief that Stirba is the "Queen of the Night."
The film features plenty of horror staples, such as full moon transformations, silver bullets, and gore. However, it also has its fair share of oddities, such as a music video-esque dance sequence featuring a punk band and a BDSM club.
Christopher Lee, known for his iconic roles in horror films like Dracula, brings a touch of class to the movie. His character Stefan is an expert on werewolves and serves as a mentor to Ben and Jenny. The film also features Sybil Danning, known for her role in the erotic sci-fi movie Battle Beyond the Stars, as the scene-stealing Stirba. Danning's over-the-top performance as the seductive, power-hungry werewolf queen is a highlight of the film.
Annie McEnroe's Jenny is a capable and strong-willed character who holds her own in a film full of monster mayhem. Reb Brown's Ben, on the other hand, is a bit more wooden and lacks the charisma of his co-stars.
The film's plot is thin and relies heavily on horror clichés. However, it's saved by the film's campy charm and offbeat moments, like when Stefan wields a flamethrower while riding a motorcycle. The movie also has a distinct punk rock sensibility, with its fashion, music, and attitude.
Overall, Howling II: Your Sister is a Werewolf is a cheesy and fun horror flick that's perfect for fans of '80s schlock. It's not a cinematic masterpiece, but it's a cheesy ride that delivers enough thrills and laughs to make it worth a watch.
Howling II: Your Sister is a Werewolf is a 1986 horror movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes.