Face of the Screaming Werewolf 1964

Horror

Runtime

60 mins

Language

English

Directed by

Gilberto Martínez Solares

Made by

Jerry Warren Productions Inc.

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Face of the Screaming Werewolf Plot Summary

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A psychic woman named Ann Taylor, Rosita Arenas, regressed to a former life through hypnosis, leads archaeologists into an ancient Aztec pyramid where they uncover a tomb containing two mummies: a mummified Caucasian werewolf, Lon Chaney Jr., and a mummified Aztec warrior. A mad doctor, Yerye Beirute, abducts the werewolf-mummy to his lab and manages to revive him. As the full moon rises, the wrapped creature awakens into a snarling werewolf, setting off a brutal rampage.

Meanwhile, the second mummy—the Aztec warrior—escapes captivity later that same night and hones in on Ann Taylor, attempting to kidnap her from her apartment. The pursuit ends abruptly when both are struck by a car and killed off-screen, and a hastily printed newspaper headline proclaims the mummy’s death, effectively ending that thread.

The werewolf continues his slaughter in a nearby city, leaving a trail of fear and devastation in his wake. In the film’s finale, the werewolf kidnaps a young woman from her apartment, triggering a dramatic confrontation with the Mexican comedian Tin-Tan, depicted as a onetime hero on a high ledge. The clash unfolds with Tin-Tan battling the monster, though most of his scenes had been cut from the Americanized edition by Jerry Warren, making his climactic appearance feel oddly out of place. The werewolf fights his way back to the lab with the woman, but a fire erupts, trapping them inside. The hero—portrayed by Tin-Tan—defeats the creature with a burning torch, and the werewolf reverts to his human form as he dies. In the closing moments, a pair of American policemen on-screen seem to dismiss the existence of any werewolf at all, closing the curtain on a story that never quite clarifies its supernatural thread.**

Face of the Screaming Werewolf Timeline

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Ann Taylor's hypnosis exposes a past life and a guiding clue

A psychic named Ann Taylor is regressed to a former life via hypnosis. Her visions lead archaeologists to an ancient Aztec pyramid. Inside, they discover a tomb containing two mummies, hinting at supernatural danger.

Hypnosis session

Discovery of the tomb with two mummies

In the Aztec pyramid tomb, archaeologists uncover two mummies: a mummified Caucasian werewolf and a mummified Aztec warrior. The werewolf is later identified as Lon Chaney Jr.'s character.

Aztec pyramid tomb

Mad doctor revives the werewolf in his lab

A mad doctor kidnaps the werewolf mummy and brings him back to his laboratory. After unwrapping the mummy, the creature is awakened, and the full moon rising triggers his transformation into a snarling werewolf.

Mad doctor's lab

Aztec warrior mummy escapes captivity

The Aztec warrior mummy breaks free from captivity later that night. He exits his confinement within the pyramid, setting the stage for his next moves.

that night Aztec pyramid / tomb

Mummy's kidnapping attempt on Ann Taylor ends abruptly

The Aztec mummy targets Ann Taylor and attempts to abduct her from her apartment. As he tries to carry her away, they are struck by a car and killed off-screen, abruptly ending that pursuit.

that night Ann Taylor's apartment vicinity

Newspaper announces the mummy's death

A hastily inserted newspaper headline informs the public that the mummy has been killed, giving a finality to that thread of the plot. The public is left to contend with the lingering fear of the creature's existence.

Newspaper / press

The werewolf kills the mad scientist and escapes

The werewolf kills the mad scientist in the lab and escapes into the nearby city. He begins a killing spree, terrorizing unsuspecting residents as authorities scramble to respond.

shortly after revival Lab; nearby city

Werewolf abducts Yolanda Varela; Tin-Tan confronts on a high ledge

Near the film's finale, the werewolf abducts a young woman, Yolanda Varela, from her apartment. Mexican comedian Tin-Tan battles the monster on a high ledge in a climactic confrontation.

finale Yolanda Varela's apartment; high ledge

Werewolf returns to the lab with Yolanda; the lab catches fire

The werewolf escapes back to the lab with Yolanda. The laboratory catches on fire, turning the confrontation into a desperate struggle amid flames.

Lab

Tin-Tan defeats the werewolf with a burning torch

Tin-Tan defeats the werewolf by striking him with a burning torch as the lab blazes around them. The beast dies and reverts to his human form in death, adding a final, ironic twist.

Lab

Cops dismiss the notion of a werewolf

As the werewolf dies and returns to human form, a pair of American actors playing policemen dismiss the idea that there was ever a werewolf at all. The film ends on this note of disbelief and unresolved mystery.

City street / lab

Face of the Screaming Werewolf Characters

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The Mummified Werewolf (Lon Chaney Jr.)

Revived by a mad doctor, the mummified werewolf comes to life when the full moon rises. He roams the city in a frenzy, leaving a trail of killings as his primal hunger takes over. The creature embodies the film's core clash between science and superstition, snarling and tearing as it fights to preserve its humanity in death.

💀 Horror 🎭 Monstrous 🌕 Lunar 🔬 Science vs Superstition

Ann Taylor (Rosita Arenas)

A psychic who regresses to a former life via hypnosis, she leads archaeologists toward the Aztec pyramid and its buried secrets. Her visions connect past and present and she becomes a target as ancient forces reach into the modern world. Her abilities drive the plot and reveal the thin line between memory and myth.

🧠 Psychic 🌀 Regression 🔮 Supernatural

Dr. Edmund Redding (Ramón Gay)

A brilliant but unscrupulous doctor who kidnaps the mummified werewolf to experiment in his lab. He embodies the dangerous intersection of science and greed, pushing the limits of what should be revived or controlled. His actions set off the werewolf's violent spree and eventual downfall.

🔬 Scientist ⚗️ Mad Doctor 💀 Villain

Man in Wax Museum (Germán Valdés)

A character portrayed by German Valdés who confronts the werewolf during the climactic scene on a high ledge. His role provides a rare heroic moment in a largely frantic chase, though the edited nature of the American edition complicates the context.

🗡️ Heroic 🛡️ Protector 🧩 Unexpected ally

Old Scientist (Jorge Mondragón)

An elderly scientist connected to the early lab scenes, contributing to the experimental atmosphere of the film. His role underscores the film's recurring theme of scientific curiosity crossing ethical lines.

🔬 Scientist 🧭 Mentor 🧪 Experiments

Face of the Screaming Werewolf Settings

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Time period

Mid-20th century

The events unfold in a pulp-era setting, blending archaeological excavation with modern science and urban crime typical of mid-20th-century thrillers. The full moon and sensational motifs anchor the period's horror sensibilities.

Location

Aztec pyramid, Ann Taylor's apartment, laboratory, city

The story begins at an Aztec pyramid where archaeologists uncover a tomb housing two mummies. It then shifts to a laboratory where a mad doctor conducts his experiments, and later to a contemporary city where the werewolf marauds. Ann Taylor's apartment also serves as a focal point for psychic visions, linking past and present.

🏺 Archaeology 🏙️ Urban setting 🧭 Mystery

Face of the Screaming Werewolf Themes

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Science vs Superstition

A mad doctor's scientific revival of ancient mummies clashes with folkloric curses and monstrous myths. The narrative probes whether science can control what folklore deems supernatural. The consequences of reviving relics show how knowledge can unleash danger as easily as it can solve it.

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Lunar Transformation

The creature's power is unleashed under the full moon, transforming a mummy into a snarling werewolf. The moonlight spectacle heightens fear and drives the chase through a modern city. The transformation underlines the fragility of civilization when confronted by primal forces.

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Hypnosis

Ann Taylor's psychic abilities regresses her to a former life, guiding archaeologists toward ancient secrets. The plot treats hypnosis as a bridge between past and present, though its reliability remains in question. The motif ties personal memory to historical mystery.

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Adventure

The story spans an archaeological dig, a secretive laboratory, and urban pursuit, blending treasure-hunting intrigue with horror. The settings connect ancient tombs to contemporary crime, emphasizing the peril of disturbing forgotten histories. The climactic confrontation ties together the journey from tomb to city to lab.

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Face of the Screaming Werewolf Spoiler-Free Summary

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In a cinematic landscape where ancient curses collide with modern ambition, Face of the Screaming Werewolf weaves a disjointed yet chilling tapestry of horror. The film creates an unsettling atmosphere by stitching together disparate threads of Mexican horror cinema with new, Americanized narrative layers. It is a world where the supernatural feels immediate and tangible, rooted in the dusty secrets of a forgotten past that refuse to stay buried.

The story begins with Dr. Edmund Redding, an inquisitive researcher whose studies into the paranormal lead him to a startling discovery regarding Ann Taylor. He identifies her as the reincarnation of an Aztec figure, a link that serves as a key to unlocking physical remnants of a bygone era. Guided by Ann’s latent memories, the duo embarks on an archaeological expedition, descending into the shadowy heart of an ancient pyramid in search of answers that have long been shrouded in mystery.

Deep within the confines of the pyramid, their exploration yields a grim find: a tomb containing a preserved mummy and a mysterious corpse. This discovery sets the stage for a terrifying transformation, bridging the gap between ancient lore and a modern nightmare. The narrative suggests that some relics are not meant to be disturbed, and as the lines between past and present blur, the film pivots from a historical quest to a tale of urban terror, hinting at the rise of a creature that defies natural explanation.

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