Hollywood Revives Monsters, Starring 'Wolf Man'

Dracula. Frankenstein's monster. The Invisible Man. The Mummy.

And, of course, the Wolf Man.

These iconic monsters 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 offers his unique vision of the Wolf Man.

But how does a filmmaker like Whannell capture modern audiences' attention with yet another werewolf movie, especially one centered on the Wolf Man? How do any of these filmmakers, as Whannell notes, make these classic monsters frightening and relatable in the present day?

Prepare your silver bullets, gather your wolfsbane, and sharpen your stakes—and your capacity for interpreting the symbolic depth of monster narratives—because we interviewed Whannell about the impact of classic monster films on his work, his approach to revitalizing beloved creatures like the Wolf Man in 2025, and why you should be excited!