Monster Renaissance: Wolf Man Resurrects Hollywood's Creature Craze

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 fresh Frankenstein, and now writer-director Leigh Whannell presents his vision of the Wolfman.

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

Prepare your torches, gather your wolfsbane, sharpen your stakes—and hone your ability to decipher the metaphorical depths of monster narratives—because we interviewed Whannell about the impact of classic monster movies on his work, his approach to revitalizing beloved creatures like the Wolfman in 2025, and why you should be invested!