In the build-up to Wolf Man's release, the design of the titular monster was seemingly unveiled when photos of a guy in a mask at Universal's theme park attraction found their way online.

The new Wolf Man from Universal Pictures and co-writer/director Leigh Whannell may likewise provoke some puzzled Count Floyd-esque looks of confusion among horror fans. Not that it’s a failure ...

“Wolf Man,” a Universal Pictures release in theaters Friday, is rated R for “bloody violent content, grisly images and some language.” Running time: 103 minutes. No stars out of four.