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Werewolf Unleashed: Eggers' Gothic Horror Arrives
26 Sep
Summary
- Robert Eggers' new film 'Werwulf' premieres December 25.
- The film is set in a 13th-century English village.
- An alternate reality game accompanies the film's release.

Filmmaker Robert Eggers is set to release his latest work, 'Werwulf,' on Friday, December 25. Known for his distinctive Gothic aesthetic, Eggers delves into a lycanthropy saga rooted in a 13th-century English village.
The film stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson in a role that involves dramatic transformations into a werewolf during each full moon. While specific plot details remain scarce, the production promises Eggers' trademark visual grandeur and authentic period dialogue.
Complementing the film's release, an engaging alternate reality game will be available. This online scavenger hunt begins with the Harvest Moon and continues for three months, challenging fans to decipher hidden codes across the film's digital platforms.
Written by Eggers and Sjón, 'Werwulf' is described as a harrowing tale of devotion, damnation, and the internal struggle with darkness. The film is produced by Chris Columbus, Eleanor Columbus, Bernard Bellew, Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, and Garrett Bird.