Katharine Isabelle is such a boss. I love her so much. She's so fun in this role and movie. Emily Perkins is great too.

I recall some of my friends in high school speaking fondly of Ginger Snaps, but even then I had no idea what it was about, and I didn’t get round to watching it until last night. Coming out at the beginning of the noughties, a relative dead zone for horror, it’s a movie that succeeds because so much effort was put into the story and characters, not to mention the absolutely right choice to use make up and prosthetics over CGI, which at the time would have looked horrendous. By spending so much time with the sisters, witnessing their home and school life, we get the chance to see the world through their eyes, and as the transformation occurs we see how a wedge is gradually driven between them. Credit to screenwriter Karen Walton for making them both likeable and somewhat abrasive, as teenagers tend to be. The metaphorical content isn’t exactly subtle, but it makes total sense in context, and it provides some incredible visuals, as well as some very emotional moments. I’m not especially keen to see the sequel or prequel since the film itself feel like it should stand on its own and not be turned into some cheap commodity or franchise coasting off a single movie’s success. Ginger Snaps is a film that works perfectly well on its own, a literal portrayal of werewolfisms and a metaphorical representation of something much more normal, but in some ways just as traumatic.

Success in 1 hour and 48 minutes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Adults only!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This was one of the first movies I rated on Letterboxd before i really got more into movies so I have definitely come around to loving this more. My only complaint is that some of the diting is a bit hard to look at (mostly during that first werewolf scene) and the movie is very slow in my opinion. Outside of those complaints which don't affect mh scire too much, i loved this movie even more and realized a lot more of the symbolism used with the lycanthropy which I didn't really pick up on before. Also still one of my favorite onscreen werewolves in film and overall it holds up really well even of I wish there was less dead dogs.

I love this horror movie! Damn great!

This movie was amazing.. at the Beginning. This movie makes me beyond pissed off. There is so many ways that she could’ve avoided sam and gingers death. The visuals are amazing but Jesus christ do i get frustrated. Like i have never gotten so frustrated in my years of living.

Not only is this a great werewolf movie, it’s a great werewolf movie made in 2000. With those odds, who woulda’ thought it would be this good!

This movie has a lot of heart, and the the three main characters are really endearing. I keep going back to this film after watching the sequels. The sequels are very good, but this one is much more wholesome in a weird way. I think the best films are ones with characters you can truly empathize with. There are technical films, and then there are character films. This is a bit of both, and I love the practical affects and camera movements. The camerawork has a certain kinetic energy that reminds me of Sam Raimi's best films. But none of it feels forced or showy. The music is great (except for some dated orchestra hits), and there is something I noticed on re-watch that made the park scene so effective. The lack of music at the park scene really sells it. I love the hand-held camera work, and it feels more economic than "shaky-cam". The two lead performances are great. I feel like I went to school with girls just like these two. The physicality of Bridgette specifically is really well done. You can tell how she feels and thinks by just her posture and eye-movements. This is great direction and a really well done performance as it's appropriately inert, but still being likable. I think of some of my favorite horror movies, and they typically have two main layers. I actually think this is similar to Shaun of The Dead, as the horror/werewolf is a backdrop to the personal drama going on. Bridgette and Ginger are dealing with very real, and very relatable issues. The horror is simply an impetus for their character arcs. With Shaun of the Dead, we have personal drama and character arcs that get launched by the horror around them. There is some subdued comedy here also. I can see the writer's room thinking up lines for the teenagers to think about the drama and less of the horror in front of them. I can see a cheap writer making these two characters dump and vapid, but the filmmakers are much more mature for that. Anyway, I could go on and on but I think this is what horror is about. It's not about gore, or violence or special affects. It's about personal drama and empathetic characters, and sometimes there's horror.

Grungy and raw. Ginger Snaps was truly ahead of its time with social overtones that remain relevant to modern day society.

Ginger Snaps is such a wild ride—a weird, chaotic mix of cringe, horror, and absurdity that somehow keeps you entertained the whole time. It’s a coming-of-age werewolf story, but it’s anything but traditional. The awkward dialogue and over-the-top acting actually add to its charm, and the way it dives into grotesque body horror and totally unhinged moments leaves you constantly asking, “What is even happening?” At the same time, the movie uses werewolf mythology as this clever metaphor for puberty and the messiness of growing up. Ginger’s transformation isn’t just physical; it’s emotional too, and watching her newfound power and rebellion put a strain on her bond with her sister makes the story surprisingly heartfelt. The lead actresses really nail the complicated sister dynamic, which makes it hit even harder when things fall apart. Sure, there are a few flaws—like the drawn-out antidote plot (seriously, why didn’t they make extra?) and some loose ends with their mom—but none of that takes away from how unique and memorable this movie is. It’s not just a monster movie; it’s a raw and emotional story about sisterhood and growing up. Whether you’re laughing at the ridiculousness, squirming at the gore, or just stunned by the chaos, it’s an experience you won’t forget. It’s definitely a weird one, but I’d recommend it to anyone who loves a good mix of horror, dark humor, and heartfelt storytelling. This movie reminded me of Jennifer’s Body with the whole vibe and storytelling and themes

Ginger Snaps is a wild ride of a movie, a perfect blend of cringe, chaos, and outright absurdity that leaves you simultaneously uneasy and thoroughly entertained. It’s one of those films where you keep asking yourself, “What is this, and why am I watching?”, but you also can’t bring yourself to look away. For all its flaws, it’s undeniably memorable and, dare I say, kind of great in its own peculiar way. The film is a coming of age werewolf story, but its execution is anything but traditional. The cringe worthy dialogue and over the top performances somehow amplify the film’s weird charm. It doesn’t shy away from awkwardness, instead diving headfirst into its campy, melodramatic vibe. This movie isn’t polished or subtle, it’s raw, bizarre, and at times hilariously bad. Yet, that’s what makes it so fun. What really stood out to me was how unsettling it could be. From the grotesque body horror to the increasingly unhinged behavior of its characters, Ginger Snaps keeps your jaw on the floor for most of its runtime. It’s the kind of movie that thrives on making you squirm, laugh, and shout, “What is happening?!” all at the same time. This is a film best enjoyed with friends, where you can collectively react to the absurdity on screen. Whether you’re laughing at its ridiculousness or grimacing at its more grotesque moments, it’s an experience you won’t forget anytime soon. Ginger Snaps may not be a traditionally “good” movie, but it’s one of those gloriously bad films that’s impossible not to love

This was another great movie that I really enjoyed watching. This movie had an incredible take on the werewolf genre, blending horror, drama, and dark humor into a thrilling experience. From the start of the movie the two sisters are obsessed with death as they stage death scenes as a morbid hobby. The movie does an excellent job of using werewolf mythology as a metaphor for puberty and chaos of adolescence. Gingers transformation isn’t just physical its emotional as it portrays the confusion and rebellion of growing up. It’s a bit relatable that after her newfound power and sexuality, abandoning her sister makes a shift in their relationship makes the film more appreciative. The performance by the two leads are outstanding as it captures the complexity of sisterhood and the strain that Ginger's transformation puts on their bond. The only thing I can occasionally complain about the movie was handling the antidote as it felt extremely slow and its pretty crazy that they didnt prepare multiple doses in advance. I was really confused on what happened to the mother after the party and also it was really hard to see on of my favorite characters meet such an end. Despite theses minor flaws this movie really stands out as a masterpiece in this genre. This movie isn’t just a monster movie but a story about sisterhood, adolescence, and how the process of growing up is a painful process. I cant recommend this movie enough as it takes such a unique take on werewolves and its such a heart wrenching movie.

I honestly thought at first that this film isn't going to be as good as I thought it would be until I watched it. I love it as a teen werewolf drama, Turning Red wished it would be like this movie; involving the typical teen age and social norms of what its like to be in highschool is great. To make it better the drama for this film shows when the time comes around and how they do it is amazing; symbolism for female teens going through their maturity stages involving having periods but rather turning into a wolf where these two sister aren't normal so why not make growing up be not normal. The whole emo and gritty writing of this film sets it to be better than what it should be. I would watch this and maybe the other films during Halloween. The story premise I do enjoy for the fact of it being a creature in a small town that kills dogs; turns out to be a werewolf that can transfer over to the next host like a virus. It also deals with sisterly love and what actions they do to each other will lead to death or love, it makes this a film for siblings going through tuff times and having a relationship with better. The practical effects and creature design are alright in my opinion but for Ginger and her human look changes how she looked before and after as if she had a medical makeup. For the title I didn't realize until the name Ginger was said in the film, it makes sense for the title to be about Ginger snapping but not a ginger snapping; a play on words for those who can recognize it.

I think the movie was interesting the way they go about dealing with the sister being a werewolf. These two girls who are not really wanting to except the fact that they are girls growing up and eventually dating and menstrual talk weirds them out. This is why the plot is to me funny but expected that when the older sister is attacked and becoming a werewolf, she starts having these desires of being with a guy and wanted to do what they long had said was not for them. While Ginger grows in popularity the younger sister remains herself weird and looking out for her older sister trying to save her from what she is becoming. All this buildup of trying to save her and in the end, Ginger is too gone, and Brigitte having known other choice by the end since her sister has become too violent.

I thought I wasn't going to like this film, and I was wondering as to why they even made more, but the more I think about it, the film actually isn’t too bad, and it is pretty thrilling, to say the least, intertwined with all this gore and gore and supernatural elements. To start out, I wasn’t really liking the vibes of everything, death and all, as I’m not a huge fan of watching others say they are going to kill themselves, but they do a great job at establishing our protagonists and the world they live in. I really like how loyal they are to each other and that sister bond they have going on, but as soon as Ginger turns into that werewolf, her loyalty to Brigitte goes straight out the window. I literally thought she was going to save her sister; I mean, she did go through all that effort. Because Brigitte was so close, the cure was literally in her hands, and she decided to kill her sister. But it is kind of fitting that such a werewolf drama ends in Ginger's death. Now that I think about it, I can see how it is kind of foreshadowed by the sister’s obsession with death and dying. Honestly, with their death pact, I kind of just assumed they would both die at the end if anything, but no. I mean, you can’t really trust a killing werewolf. For sure, all loyalty goes out the window. They did a great job with the horror/gore aspect of the film, and they used the blood very purposefully.

Ginger Snaps was a standout in the horror genre for me. Usually I could not stand watching horror films yet this striked a very well balance where it is not really scary but still delivered an interesting experience. I believe it is an enjoyable film with a lot to say, but it occasionally falters in pacing. The plot is excellent, and I am not talking about using the werewolf transformation as a metaphor for puberty and the challenges of growing up for women. While this analogy was interesting too, the actual immediate story itself was still very much fascinating for me. Ginger’s transformation is not just physical but emotional and social, similarly to the confusio that can come with growing up. The characters are another highlight. Ginger and Brigitte are compelling leads, and their sisterly bond feels authentic and deeply emotional. Ginger’s monstrous change into a werewolf contrasts beautifully with Brigitte’s struggle to save her. A tragic dynamic that kept me engage very much throughout the film. The supporting cast, like the schoolmates and parents, were mostly well-written as well, especially their mother who turned out to be much more complex and likeable than I originally expected. But the sisters are the heart of the story. However, the pacing can be uneven. Some scenes, especially in the first act, feel sluggish, with a slow build that occasionally drags. Similarly, the final showdown linger on repetitive conflicts that could have been done better. The tensions dropped and I did not feel as invested anymore toward the very end. These pacing issues do not really ruin the film but make it feel a bit awkward at times. Overall, Ginger Snaps is a thoughtful and fun horror movie with memorable characters. Despite its pacing flaws, it a great watch for fans of well written horror that is not too terrifying, like me.

For the start of the movie, I am really loving the vibes of it. These two girls are very interested in death and capturing different ways on how you can die. It really draws the audience in and makes them watch it. Also I like how in the beginning they don't explain how the dogs are dying and there is no explanation of who is killing them in a brutal way. It is just a “wild animal”. I thought the movie was going to be based on the monsters that were killing animals, but it is something different. But in reality, it is just getting started. I love how this movie has everything, horror, drama, thriller, suspense. It just makes you want to watch it and see how it is going to end. After watching the movie, I want to say that I love the movie, it had good action and plot. But there was one downside to this movie, it is how they handled the situation for the antidote. Like, I don’t know why they were taking their sweet time with it, and also why didn’t they make multiple antidotes just in case? It could have been much better for them to cure everyone at the same time. But since this is a movie, I guess it went the route that it went. I wondered what happened to the mother, because she just went into the party and never saw her again. Also, it sucks that Same had to die, he just wanted to help them out. He was my favorite character and it was just sad to see him die. Overall, I recommend this movie because it did keep me on edge and made me want to never keep my eyes off of it! Watch this movie if you like the typical monster movie, but it has much more! It includes the life of a young girl dealing with life. A very great movie!

it’s a damn masterpiece of the genre, this Canadian cult classic takes the familiar werewolf myth and transforms it into a razor-sharp allegory about puberty, sisterhood, and the chaos of growing up. It’s dark, it’s smart, and it’s packed with enough gore and wit to keep you hooked from start to finish. Let’s get this out of the way Ginger kind of sucks as a sister. Sure, she starts out as the confident, protective older sibling, but the moment her transformation begins, her loyalty to Brigitte goes out the window. She becomes manipulative, self-absorbed, and downright cruel. Instead of turning to Brigitte for help, she pushes her away, throwing their tight bond into turmoil. You can’t entirely blame her—she’s dealing with some serious body horror and primal urges—but her selfishness and reckless behavior make her a nightmare to deal with. Ginger’s descent into monsterhood is both literal and metaphorical. The werewolf curse mirrors her puberty and sexual awakening, turning her into a confident but dangerous predator. She revels in her newfound power, ditching her outcast status and embracing a destructive, hedonistic streak. But in doing so, she drags Brigitte into her chaos, leaving her sister to clean up her mess—whether it’s hiding bodies or dealing with a full-blown lycanthropy crisis. The dark humor is another standout. The Fitzgerald sisters’ macabre banter and biting sarcasm add a layer of wit to the movie, keeping it from being overly grim. Even in its darkest moments, Ginger Snaps finds ways to make you laugh, often uncomfortably. 10/10 recommend to every horror movie lover!

A teen movie that's about two girls whom one of them is going through puberty and changes of her own body that also mixes with a tale of being being bitten by a wolf is a bit bizarre, yet interesting at the same time. I'm not into these types of movies, but when watching it throughout the film, I couldn't help but notice the amount of blood shown throughout the movie, which I am not afraid of blood, but I have realize even from the opening scene, was an immediate detail to me. I didn't mind the story telling since it has a contrast of a sister who is losing her mind because she got bit by a werewolf, and her other sister is trying to make a cure for her. Throughout time, without spoilers, Ginger's changing and as time progresses, there is only a matter of time before Ginger turns fully and how Bridget is trying her very best to save her. An old film like this one, made around the 2000s, I enjoyed watching this movie for the first time, and I highly recommend it if anyone wants to watch it for the thrill of it, or even Halloween wise, too. Each sequence gets crazier, and crazier, and the plot continues to grow more and more as time goes. The acting and directing of this movie was not bad, either, considering I was fully invested in what was happening throughout the movie. I'm unfamiliar with the actors themselves, but they sure did a great job in portraying their characters and showing their emotions on screen. The switches into Bridget and Gingers relationship continues to change up and the bondage of how they are with each other, continues to form even more throughout the film as well. Either way, it's another teenager movie that signifies how bizarre and kind of creepy this movie is too, but does a really good job showing it as well.

I really enjoyed this movie, I'm into horror/thriller films so when the opening scene was the little boy finding the dog bone in his sandbox I knew I was going to like this movie. I also liked when the sisters did the fake death suicides for a school project because I feel like it really showed their personalities and how emo they were. I also really liked the whole concept of the Ginger turning into a werewolf and going through hormones because it showed how girls go through phases and have a lot of different emotions