Dracula. Frankenstein's monster. The Invisible Man. The Mummy.
And, of course, the Wolf Man.
These iconic horror figures have evolved and adapted over time, defying singular interpretations while continuing to terrify audiences across generations. Recently, we've seen a new Dracula (in Nosferatu form) from Robert Eggers, Guillermo del Toro is crafting a fresh Frankenstein, and now writer-director Leigh Whannell presents his vision of the Wolf Man.
But how does a filmmaker like Whannell reignite audience interest in another werewolf film, specifically a Wolf Man story? More broadly, how do these filmmakers, as Whannell puts it, make classic monsters frightening and relatable in the modern era?
Prepare your silver bullets, sharpen your stakes, and hone your ability to decipher the symbolic depth of monster narratives—because we interviewed Whannell about the impact of classic monster movies on his work, his approach to revitalizing beloved creatures like the Wolf Man in 2025, and why you should care!
