Classic monsters like Dracula, Frankenstein's monster, the Invisible Man, and the Mummy—and, of course, the Wolf Man—have endured, evolving across generations to remain terrifying and culturally relevant. Recent cinematic interpretations, such as Robert Eggers' Nosferatu and Guillermo del Toro's upcoming Frankenstein adaptation, demonstrate this enduring appeal. Now, writer-director Leigh Whannell offers his own vision of the Wolf Man.
But how does one make a modern Wolf Man movie resonate with contemporary audiences? How do filmmakers, as Whannell notes, revitalize these classic monsters and make them frightening and meaningful in 2025?
To delve into this, we interviewed Whannell. He discussed the impact of classic monster films on his work, his approach to resurrecting the Wolf Man, and why audiences should still be invested in these iconic creatures. The conversation explored the rich metaphorical depth inherent in these monster stories.
