Monsters Reimagine Hollywood: Wolf Man Returns!

Classic monsters like Dracula, Frankenstein's monster, the Invisible Man, and the Mummy have endured, evolving across generations to remain terrifying and relevant. Recent reinterpretations, such as Robert Eggers' Nosferatu and Guillermo del Toro's upcoming Frankenstein film, demonstrate this enduring appeal. Now, writer-director Leigh Whannell offers his own vision of the Wolf Man.

But how does one make a new werewolf movie, specifically a Wolf Man film, resonate with modern audiences? How do filmmakers, as Whannell notes, revitalize these iconic creatures and make them frightening and meaningful today?

Prepare your silver bullets and metaphorical interpretations, because we interviewed Whannell. He discussed the impact of classic monster movies on his work, the challenges of reviving beloved characters like the Wolf Man in 2025, and why these stories continue to matter.