Wolf Man Roars Back: Hollywood's Monster Revival

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

And, of course, the Wolfman.

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 presents his vision of the Wolfman.

But how does a filmmaker like Whannell make today's audiences connect with another werewolf movie, especially one centered on the Wolfman? More broadly, as Whannell notes, how do any filmmakers revitalize these classic monsters and make them terrifying and relatable in the present day?

Gather your torches, prepare your wolfsbane, sharpen your stakes – and hone your ability to decipher the metaphorical depths of monster lore – because we interviewed Whannell about the impact of classic monster films on his work, his approach to resurrecting beloved creatures like the Wolfman in 2025, and why you should be excited!