Director: Rod Daniel
Writers: Jeph Loeb (as Joseph Loeb III), Matthew Weisman
Stars: Michael J. Fox, James Hampton, Susan Ursitti

Once upon a time, in a world where basketball dreams and hairy secrets collided, there was a movie called “Teen Wolf.” Now, I can’t guarantee that watching it will improve your life, but I can certainly promise a good laugh.

So, let’s set the scene. Michael J. Fox, the guy who would later become Marty freakin’ McFly, finds himself stuck in a furry situation. He’s Scott Howard, a teen who desperately wants to be cool, chug some brewskis, dominate the basketball court, and win the girl of his dreams. But lo and behold, he discovers that his family’s DNA contains a dash of werewolf. Surprise!

You see, Scott’s life takes an unexpected turn when he realizes he’s a part-time wolf. Michael J. Fox, in all his likable glory, rocks a furry costume and tries to blend in. But his buddies aren’t exactly friendship goals. Stiles, the so-called funny guy, is more zany than a rollercoaster on a sugar rush. Then there’s Lewis, who seems to be hanging around just because the script demands it. Oh, and let’s not forget Boof, who genuinely likes Scott but isn’t impressed by his wolfy alter ego.

But here’s the real kicker: Scott’s dad reveals that he’s a werewolf too! The prosthetics in this movie? Well, let’s just say they’d make a cartoon wolf blush. The whole thing unintentionally becomes a comedy goldmine.

Now, the film’s grand theme? It’s all about how Scott relies on his wolf side for confidence, which is sweet and all, but it gets lost in the midst of 80s madness and zany characters.

In the grand scheme of cinema, “Teen Wolf” probably wouldn’t have scored a slam dunk if it wasn’t for the delay in its release, piggybacking on the success of “Back to the Future.” Michael J. Fox, bless his heart, wasn’t too thrilled about this film, and honestly, neither should you be. It’s a wild and wacky ride, but not exactly a comedy masterpiece. So, consider this your friendly neighborhood warning: you won’t feel enlightened after watching it. In fact, you might just question your life choices. Skip it, folks, for your own sake!

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