Monsters Reborn: Hollywood's Search for Relevance in a Digital Age

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

And, of course, the Wolf Man.

These iconic monsters have evolved and adapted over time, defying singular interpretations while consistently captivating 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 Wolf Man.

But how does a filmmaker like Whannell reignite audience interest in another werewolf film, specifically one centered on the Wolf Man? More broadly, how do any filmmakers, as Whannell notes, make these classic monsters frightening and relatable in the modern era?

Gather your torches, prepare 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 Wolf Man in 2025, and why you should care!