"Wolf Man: Hollywood's Monster Revival Effort"

Dracula. The Frankenstein Monster. The Invisible Man. The Mummy. And, of course, the Wolf Man. These iconic monsters have evolved and transformed over the years, captivating and terrifying audiences across generations. Recently, we've seen Robert Eggers' take on Dracula in Nosferatu, Guillermo del Toro's upcoming Frankenstein project, and now, writer-director Leigh Whannell's fresh interpretation of the Wolf Man.

The question arises: how does a filmmaker like Whannell reignite interest in yet another werewolf movie, specifically the Wolf Man? How can any of these filmmakers, as Whannell puts it, make these classic monsters both scary and relevant to modern audiences?

To delve into these questions, arm yourself with torches, wolfsbane, and stakes, and be ready to explore the deeper metaphors within monster stories. We had the opportunity to discuss with Whannell the impact of classic monster movies on his work, strategies for reviving beloved creatures like the Wolf Man in 2025, and the reasons why these stories still matter today.