Wolf Man and Hollywood's Quest to Make Monsters Relevant Again
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 consistently terrifying audiences across generations. Recently, we've seen a new Dracula (in Nosferatu form) from Robert Eggers, Guillermo del Toro is crafting a modern Frankenstein, and now writer-director Leigh Whannell offers his unique vision of the Wolfman.
But how does a filmmaker like Whannell capture modern audiences' attention with yet another werewolf film, especially one centered on the Wolfman? More broadly, as Whannell himself notes, how do any of these filmmakers make classic monsters both frightening and relatable in the present day?
Gather your tools—torches, wolfsbane, stakes—and prepare to delve into the allegorical depths of monster stories. We spoke with Whannell about the impact of classic monster movies on his work, his approach to revitalizing beloved creatures like the Wolfman for a 2025 audience, and why you should be excited!
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