Hollywood Revives Monster Craze with Wolf Man

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

And let's not overlook the legendary Wolf Man.

These iconic creatures have evolved dramatically over time, surpassing any single portrayal while continuing to terrify audiences generation after generation. Just recently, Robert Eggers delivered a fresh Dracula adaptation (albeit through Nosferatu), Guillermo del Toro is crafting a new Frankenstein vision, and now writer-director Leigh Whannell presents his unique interpretation of the Wolf Man.

But how does a filmmaker like Whannell convince modern viewers to embrace another werewolf story – particularly the Wolf Man as a character? As Whannell puts it, how do contemporary creators breathe new life into these classic monsters while keeping them frightening and meaningful?

So arm yourself with torches, gather wolfsbane, sharpen your stakes – and sharpen your understanding of monster story metaphors – as we discuss with Whannell about classic horror influences, resurrecting beloved creatures like the Wolf Man for 2025, and why these tales still matter!