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Legend of the Werewolf, a 1975 British horror film. Directed by Freddie Francis, the film was produced by Tyburn Film Productions, a short-lived company founded by the director's son. It is considered an uncredited adaptation of the novel The Werewolf of Paris.
Plot Summary
The story follows a young boy named Etoile (played by David Rintoul), who was raised by wolves after they killed his parents in 19th-century France. As he grows up, he is first exploited as a "Wolf Boy" in a traveling circus before eventually finding work as a zookeeper in Paris. Under the influence of the full moon, or sometimes triggered by jealous rage, he transforms into a dangerous werewolf. The plot centers on his obsession with a local prostitute named Christine and his subsequent killing spree targeting her clients.
Main Cast and Roles
Peter Cushing stars as Professor Paul Cataflanque, a police surgeon and forensic pathologist who investigates the grisly murders.
Ron Moody plays the sleazy and drunk Zookeeper who employs Etoile in Paris.
Hugh Griffith is Maestro Pamponi, the eccentric owner of the traveling circus.
David Rintoul makes his film debut as Etoile, the titular werewolf.
Roy Castle appears as a nervous photographer who assists Professor Cataflanque.
Key Details
Similarities to Hammer Horror: The film is often compared to Hammer's The Curse of the Werewolf (1961), as they share the same screenwriter (Anthony Hinds, writing as John Elder) and similar creature designs. |
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