Cursed (2005)

Cursed is a 2005 American horror-comedy film directed by Wes Craven, with a screenplay by Kevin Williamson. The duo, known for their successful collaboration on the Scream franchise, bring a unique blend of humor and thrills to this supernatural story. With an engaging cast led by Christina Ricci and Jesse Eisenberg, Cursed offers a fresh take on the werewolf genre, set against the backdrop of modern-day Los Angeles.
The film revolves around siblings Ellie (Christina Ricci) and Jimmy (Jesse Eisenberg), two orphaned teenagers who become victims of a vicious werewolf attack in the heart of the city. After the attack, they begin to experience strange and terrifying changes, including heightened senses and unexplainable physical transformations. As they try to understand what is happening to them, they uncover a dark and dangerous curse that has been placed upon them by the mysterious creature.
One of the strengths of Cursed is how it blends humor with horror. Kevin Williamson’s sharp, witty dialogue injects a sense of fun into the otherwise terrifying story. The film does not take itself too seriously, using the absurdity of its supernatural premise to explore familiar tropes of the horror genre in a lighthearted manner. This self-aware tone, much like in Scream, allows the film to parody classic werewolf and horror movie clichés while still maintaining a sense of suspense and danger.