Silver Bullet Review - Off The Shelf Reviews

This week Gary and Iain review and discuss, Silver Bullet (1985) by Director, Daniel Attias. Starring, Corey Haim, Megan Follows, Gary Busey and Everett McGill.
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[@Hartigan9891]

In the novel "Cycle of the Werewolf" it is explained that the priest was gathering flowers for the parish at a place called Sunshine Hill and one particular flower he picks immediately turns a deathly black and the transformations started for him shortly after (implying it was some kind of cursed werewolf flower).

[@michaelwatkins4124]

honestly glad that they didn't adapt that part of it.

[@audreyquinn73]

Wolf bane.

[@johnw8578]

I remember this being in the movie,

[@brendancaldwell7755]

Terrible plot

[@leafyshempharvest2722]

wolf bane

[@Kurtsg10]

This movie was filmed about an hour from where my Dad lives. It's a childhood favorite of mine despite its flaws.

[@staceyanderson8916]

Where abouts?

[@Kurtsg10]

@@staceyanderson8916 Wilmington North Carolina

[@staceyanderson8916]

@@Kurtsg10 thanks

[@johnhareiel5118]

WoW! That is Awesome! This is actually one of my fav horror movies of all time! You got a story?

[@jdogjohnson9038]

I love this film, Corey haims sister was adorable!

[@BarryHart-xo1oy]

Megan Fallowes is great.

[@keikurono192]

This needs to be remade! Throw out the original film and actually adapt Cycle of the Werewolf because it is pretty cool and Bernie Wrightsons art is fantastic.

[@T.Maximus]

No..just no..let it be.

[@cwhit2575]

Please review Creepshow and creepshow 2

[@skaro85]

Cheers guys! You hit the 17,000 subs mark! Awesome! Keep up the great work! 😊 👊

[@3x7project]

instant LIKE... pure out of nostalgia for this movie :D

[@voxdraconia4035]

How is that mourning/laughing Dad not a widely used meme by now????

[@azraelswrd]

HE WAS TORN APART!!!! ....yeah, no clue. I thought it was hilarious back then too.

[@michaelwatkins4124]

i often use that line when eating crab legs

[@handsomestik]

Corey battled Vampires and Werewolves but he just couldn't battle his own demons

[@ThunderingJove]

Fiery Phoenix Wow! Truly dark.

[@kimbooley90]

Cold truth.

[@RepublicConstitution]

He was a victim of Hollywood rapists.

[@johnhareiel5118]

He also battled the Rollerboys

[@brewesharp3129]

Uncle Red is one of Kings best characters

[@brenair4480]

This movie used to scary the shit out of me as a kid! I mean Gary Busey was (and still is) a product of nightmares. The Werewolf was neat too I guess.

[@edwardbevington9351]

Me too dude, it was really tense etc.

[@NostalgiaBrit]

I liked it as a kid, but these days I avoid it like the plague… Great review guys 👍🏻

[@JokermanUno]

Pet Semetary's grief scene has only been recently matched in Hereditary. Also, you see the bounce on homie's hair? 11:34

[@thefractalcurve5462]

That NO was wrung straight from the soul man. Turned my blood cold in the movie theater that day...

[@csgolf24]

As a huge fan of this movie who has no problem admitting it certainly has its faults I wanted to try to shed some light in 2 particular things for you guys. 1. The 2 different werewolf masks....This is referenced in the original script which I highly recommend reading. Not the book, Cycle of the Werewolf, I mean the original script. It is also referenced in the movie during the scene when Uncle Red asks how Lowe became a werewolf. Reverend Lowe changes all the time. Not just when the moon is full. However he doesn’t “go full werewolf” until the full moon. There is actually a statement in the script that says during the bridge scene we could almost recognize the werewolf because the moon wasn’t full. So it’s like a partial transformation. 2. Why the werewolf didn’t just kill Jane and Uncle Red in the house...... again this is referenced in the original script. He wanted to make Marty’s death “Real Slow”. Almost torture him before he kills him. So he was intentionally not killing them quickly. The werewolf was actually suppose to speak in the original script. I wish they would’ve stayed true to that script. It is sooooo much better. And scarier. The Nightmare scene is crazy awesome. They changed so much. The bridge scene is entirely different. As much as I love this movie I’d totally support a remake if they’d stay true to that script

[@missychrissy9763]

I might of actually let out a squeal when I saw this notification. I love you both, and I absolutely love this film. Cheese and all.

[@catspaw3092]

I wish we saw a flashback of how the priest became a werewolf.

[@kylecurry577]

Not exactly a Stephen King classic adaptation, but it’s generally watchable on a rainy day. Gary Busey is always fun to watch. At times disjointed due to the change in direction. It could due with a remake. Please consider reviewing classic 50s sci-fi , Invasion of the Body Snatchers, THEM, War of the Worlds.

[@bentramer682]

In my opinion it does feel like a Stephen King story, you have kids, a monster, disbelieving adults, corrupt townspeople, kids have to save their town and the even make a silver bullet it's like a campy IT

[@nunyabiznis9186]

It could definitely use a readaptation, just as long as it's close to the novella and NOT a dumbed down comedy laced with bad jump scares and cgi (like IT and Pet Sematary)

[@alejandromolinac]

Ahhhhh the first half of the 80's still looks like the 70's.... So it is believable the story takes place in the late 70's....

[@auroracoleman9021]

Gary, your shirt is just the best. I still have my old C64 setup from my childhood, and it made me smile.

[@WhoCaresAnymoreTho]

I wathed this film when i was 6 n couldnt sleep for WEEKS

[@AbrasiousProductions]

this is a childhood favorite of mine, still very effective to this day

[@AubreyTheKing]

Great review guys! I didn't know Stephan King had so many unknown adaptations that I wasn't aware of! But after seeing this review, yeah....this is definitely another Stephan King book adaptation that needs a remake!

[@TorontoJediMaster]

@8:21 Questions about Reverend Lowe that are answered by the book. (And the book makes specifically clear, he's the minister at the town's Baptist Church. He's not a priest. It's a plot point, as Marty doesn't see Lowe with his eye patch after the fireworks incident because Marty and his family are Catholic and thus don't attend Lowe's Baptist Church.) In the book, Lowe has been a resident of the town for years. The werewolf killings start in January (in the book), and Lowe has only recently become a werewolf. There's no real explanation in the book either. Even Lowe doesn't know how it happened (once he finally realizes what he is, after six months, or so). He thinks that it came when he picked some strange flowers on a local hillside the previous November. He thought them striking and intended to put them in cases in his church's vestry. But, they all died and turned black by the time he made the short drive back to town. He isn't certain, but just has a sense that's when it happened. I agree that Everett McGill was wrong for the part if you want the reveal to be a surprise. He had too much of a history playing "heavies". In the book, Lowe is described as a meek, mousy looking man. The guy playing Brady Kincaid's father was much closer to how Lowe was described in the book.

[@djmexicanodetx2195]

I enjoy this film.

[@isaacbrummett7926]

You and me both

[@alfonsoromano7389]

I can see that Ian is wearing a Mordecial and Rigby shirt. Man I miss that show! Nice shirt Ian!👍👊👌 and nice review guys!

[@LoneWolf81684]

Thanks for reviewing this, guys! It should be noted that even the King novel doesn't fully explain how Reverend Lowe became a werewolf. He apparently touched some flowers but we don't know if they were cursed or not.

[@randallbesch2424]

He picked those strangely colored flowers that turned black before he brought them home.

[@LoneWolf81684]

@@randallbesch2424 It's so vague and it's been bothering me for so many years.

[@justachick9793]

This makes me irrationally happy, I didn't think anyone remembered this movie anymore! 😂😊

[@RepublicConstitution]

I find your comment utterly bizarre because my wife and I rewatch this movie every October/Halloween season. Love it!

[@jackovoltraids5937]

I'd like to see an off the shelf reviews and red letter media crossover.

[@rosemaryfarell5264]

Will FOREVER love this film. My Dad may he RIP rented it on Halloween 1988 for me. Was nice surprise when coming home from skl that day.

[@blackhill6426]

I grew up in the video nasties era . Zombie flesh eaters was the first vhs we ever watched . And this film still is the only film that ever scared me .Think it’s the music . The werewolf looks like a teddy bear now but I still love this movie .

[@rosemaryfarell5264]

Remember seeing Tovah Feldshuh in TWD and thinking so thats older Jane Coslows voice.lol

[@jason36m37]

Thanks for doing Silver Bullet guys. Always enjoy ur reviews and looking forward to many more.

[@steffyway]

You mentioned so many great Terry O'Quinn roles...hopefully you'll get around to reviewing The Stepfather.

[@Galantski]

This is a _must see_ movie for Gary Busey fans.

[@audreyquinn73]

If you catch the very last line of the sister's narration you realise that the Corey Haim character is dead. She is retelling the story as his eulogy. It's obvious in her tone.

[@keegs666]

Love your videos guys! Please review "Howl" as I'm a huge werewolf fan and it is definitely one of the best. I'd love to see your thoughts on it. Cheers.

[@jorel4477]

Wow, a really obscure film. I love it. This was a fave growing up. Well done lads!

[@kramalerav]

It was a De Laurentiis production distributed by Paramount, so I’d hardly call that “really obscure.”

[@whoawtf7419]

0:46 "...who are trying to investigate what it is that are killing the townsfolk" Is that a coincidence or a sneaky little edit?

[@globalgoblin]

Good review. I’ve always liked this movie since I first saw it back in the 80’s. We always thought The Jane narration sounded too old. She was only supposed to be 25 years old by then and that sounds older than a 25 year old girl. But I liked the movie. Thanks.

[@jamessiddle7389]

The saving grace of this movie is Gary Busey

[@Legs05]

What would of been amazing if Gary had been the werewolf but wasn’t an actual werewolf but just on a bender in a wolf costume lol

[@agentallstar7]

I've loved this movie since i was a kid in the 80s.Its perfect, best werewolf movie imo.GlThe director said Gary Busey just be yourself ...and it was magic

[@oliverpengilley]

Had this on VHS as a kid and loved it, but also scared of it!!!! I was too young I think.. great review and brought back so many memories!!! thank you for reviewing it!

[@avalangrin4904]

You guys were so funny giving this review. I laughed out loud several times. I think the werewolf in this movie like an oversized teddy bear.. 🧸🧸🧸 It reminds me at the end of The Howling. Dee Wallace transforms into a werewolf that looks like Yorkshire terrier, so cute. Keep up the good work! 😆😆😆

[@c.o.n.collectingofnostalgi889]

Hey guys have you ever watched Clive Barkers Nightbreed ?

[@pauliewalnut8973]

Good call , I haven't seen that in years ,

[@bentramer682]

I watched this film for the first time last night. I thought it was very good and had a Stephen King feel, even though the character bits were very implausible. And just some other nitpicks.

[@jakepayne2985]

Probably nostalgia, but I’ve never understood the complaints about the werewolf in this picture. And the movie overall- it’s my favorite werewolf movie. But y’all do have some points about the disjointed-ness. And Jane narrating, y’all def have a point there. Kinda makes no sense lol. But when I think of a werewolf in my mind, it’s always of this one. I’m sure if I first saw it as an adult, I’d be more harsh on it. Yeah, much of the logic makes no sense. But that shot in the final act, of the camera zooming in on the hallway making you think the wolf is coming from that way, then he busts in behind Busey IS GENIUS!!!

[@rociomiranda5684]

I loved the movie back in the day. The werewolf was funny looking, but such a blast.

[@edwardbevington9351]

The beast of war,... Silver bullet....you lads are knocking it out of the park 💪 Gary busey lol

[@blackhill6426]

I grew up in the heyday of the nasties.This movie along with the Blair witch are the only two films that totally shit me up.The Blair witch doesn't anymore but this movie still freaks me out.The soundtrack is absolutely spot on.Everett Mcgill is creepy as hell as Reverend Lowe.Gary Busey is awesome.I even like the look of the Wolf. One of my favorite horror movies and definitely my number 1 Werewolf movie.

[@paulhirst3966]

Not a bad movie this i recall fellas. I agree with another comment on here though, review the low budget British werewolf film Howl. Dont know if you've caught it lads but its pretty decent.

[@sirawesomemcdouglas5720]

A bipedal werewolf....yep it scared the crap outa me as a kid, yet i always watched it. This and An american werewolf in london...used to terrify me and were most of my nightmares. But i have always loved both movies.

[@karmasauce6288]

Yes!!! I’ve been wanting this review!

[@agentallstar7]

You guys don't appreciate how much Americans Loved Corey Haim..This movie is Epic ..the cast ,the mood.Best wishes guys ,thx for review on one of my faves

[@iamtrappedonanisland998]

I was 10 years old and saw this in the theater, a double feature with Teen Wolf.. guess my mom and older brother who was 21, didnt realize it was gonna be a horror movie .. so when that guys head went flying I went running and hid outside the theater lol..

[@iamtrappedonanisland998]

It took me til I was about 25yrs old before I'd watch it again.

[@ashleyevans9810]

This movie got me into the love of werewolves growing up it always shown on the tv and it scared me to death yes I know it's super cheesy and dated and but it always has my heart. The soundtrack is fantastic and the umbrella release on bluray it's super crisp and sounds amazing!!

[@jwnj9716]

Insane Gar Busey & A Werewolf = FUCK YEAH!

[@jakepayne2985]

Okay, yeah the lights coming back on in the house at the end I’ve never noticed, and I must’ve seen this movie 250x since the 80s. It’s objectively a bad movie, but it’s still my favorite werewolf and werewolf movie. Fond, fond memories of watching it on VHS and cable sitting in my living room floor in front of the fireplace as a kid. Fuck it, this movie rules.

[@nickloweva-vasgoth2959]

I think the implication is that Marty is not alive to narrate the story

[@RetroRanter]

Niiiice, I enjoyed this one back in the day I can't lie. 😂 👌 17k subs, wow well done lads. 💪

[@rasberrycast]

Thumbs up just for the C64 shirt.

[@willyflix455]

You guys are rad!! Just bought another t-shirt!!! Shock Waves review by chance?!

[@jlogan2228]

I dont think the reverend initially wanted to kill Marty, i think it was because marty kept sending him notes like "I know what you are, kill yourself" and the reverend was like well hes going to make problems. He even says to Marty he doesnt want to kill him and he "shouldve left him alone" . its kinda like in fright night where Jerry tells charlie hes going to give him the choice to let it go and only moves on with killing charlie after charlie wont let it go

[@pho3nixinflight]

I still love this movie.

[@WildFungus]

I actually hold this movie in pretty equal quality standard to Graveyard Shift but I do like Graveyard Shift a litttle bit more.

[@UltimateNinja-fe6yh]

A Underrated Gem

[@T.Maximus]

I don't give a shit what you guys say that werewolf was terrifying to me when I was a little kid

[@jeremybrooks7415]

It kills me that it, like almost every thing by King, but most of the characters have "Southern" accents.

[@RepublicConstitution]

Your comment makes no sense.

[@andrewsreed03]

I think it's great that Gary Busey went above and beyond acting by doing his own stunts in this film.

[@JezzebellaLu]

WOOOOOOOO!!!!! HELL YES!!! Thanks boys! Been waiting for this one!!!!

[@mattmidgley4275]

Congrats on hitting 17,000 subscribers OTSR 👊👊

[@dylanlewis3038]

First time I saw this was on a VHS tape my dad recorded. I was around 10 years old. First was Silver Bullet, then came two episodes of The X-Files ( An Episode with a genie, and then the episode where Mulder gets abducted) . I liked Silver Bullet, since I love Werewolves, and X-Files has become one of my favorite shows. I haven’t seen Silver Bullet since.

[@brianparent4023]

Getting me through these overnights at the grocery store thanks guys

[@jimi2929]

How do you two not have more subs/views? Always amazing content

[@dustygrooves4727]

one of my all time favs , sure its flawed but its super funny and for the most part brutal at times love the eerie feel of the woods scene, plus in what other movie ever do we get to see in the first 15 seconds or so a man get decapitated and a Pregnant woman torn to shreds and a kid getting killed.

[@babydoctorify]

just found you guys. i like it!

[@1qwasz12]

Finally watched Silver Bullet last weeks. It's a good popcorn movie after catching a buzz. The werewolf f/x didn't bother me as I knew it's a low budget movie. 3/5 stars.

[@danielcrick8871]

Thank you for another awesome review of this lost gem 😊

[@AarenJable]

I've got a fair bit of nostalgia for this film but I haven't seen it since I was a kid, I doubt it holds up.

[@iknowtheboss4870]

11 mins in, why haven't you talked about the most important and best bit of the film: Gary busey

[@nvghostrider]

Silver Bullet almost seems like a geriatric retelling of a childhood incident with all the tonal inconsistencies, flubs, and continuity errors. Most people now wouldn't second guess the 70s status of the story except the soundtrack element that doesn't seem to include exclusively 70s music. Still a childhood fav in spite of those weaknesses.

[@AdrianMendoza23]

Great review guys

[@retroworld8090]

Another entertaining review, thanks guys

[@T.Maximus]

They let the Reverend get away with so much in this movie

[@prestochango1800]

Id love to get your take on The Game with Michael Douglas. Keep up the good work lads, I look forward to seeing your videos each week.

[@aleaanderson6600]

The Langoliers could use a good remake too

[@victorvictor8587]

Gary Should've Been the WareWolf .

[@meganshaw1949]

Megan Fallows who plays Jane is also well-known for her portal of Anne of Green Gables. And as for Corey Haim it’s interesting to note that he was in this film whereas the other half of the Corey duo was in Stand By Me which was based on King’s novel The Body. So in other words King has had both Coreys in movies that are heavily based on or adapted from his work.

[@davedennison7386]

My brother was terrified of werewolves....even in his 40's....see you when I see you sizzler....

[@UnCreativeDeconstructionism]

*"Turn up!"* 🌚 🐶

[@Nchubbz]

The nightmare sequence scared the shit out of me when I was younger. I wasn't expecting it at all! Now, it's a very dull and dreary wandering mess, with some good parts. The novel itself is told as a diary of the season, and follows the cycle of the werewolf. I'm not sure if it explains it at all.

[@catspaw3092]

Hey Ian and Gary your reviews are one of the best ya gotta do the Iron Man reiview

[@barricade1391]

Hooray!

[@willlyon7129]

Are you planning to do The Company of Wolves?

[@sirlisterofsmeg333]

Definitely deserving of a remake. Still like it to this day however. Nice review guys!

[@williamshafer1996]

Y'all really need to read the novel

[@yandnat1656]

Hey boys love you stuff, heres one for you, the funnyman (1994), its a British horror film with Christopher Lee. No one i know had watched it before i showed them.

[@phylliscrumpler7094]

The book is scarier than the movie

[@spnchick4438]

I know that I’ve watched this movie. However, the fact that I don’t remember the plot, speaks volumes.

[@SoUtHMeMpHis]

It's a very good Saturday night Popcorn horror movie. It's not meant to be taken so seriously. It's better than alot of cheesy horror movies that don't even try. It definitely feels like an early 80s. These types of movies set in these types of towns were our Stranger Things. Do a video on all the 70s/80s small town cheesy horror films that are actually better than Stranger Things. I'll take the Goonies and the kids from the Sandlot and the Bad New Bears over the kids from Stranger Things any day!