Dracula. The Frankenstein Monster. The Invisible Man. The Mummy. And of course, the Wolf Man.
These legendary creatures have evolved over time, transcending individual portrayals while continuing to terrify audiences across generations. From Robert Eggers’ recent reimagining of Dracula in Nosferatu, to Guillermo del Toro’s upcoming take on *Frankenstein*, and now a bold new vision of the Wolf Man from writer-director Leigh Whannell — the classic monsters are far from extinct.
But how does a modern filmmaker like Whannell make us care about a werewolf movie in 2025? How do any of these directors breathe fresh life into these timeless figures and make them frightening — and relevant — once again?
Grab your torches, arm yourself with wolfsbane, and sharpen those stakes — it's time to dive deep into the metaphors behind monster stories. We spoke with Whannell about the lasting influence of classic monster cinema, his approach to redefining the Wolf Man for today’s audiences, and why these age-old creatures still matter in modern horror.
