Dracula. The Frankenstein Monster. The Invisible Man. The Mummy. And, of course, let's not overlook the Wolf Man. These iconic monsters have evolved and transformed over the years, transcending any singular interpretation while continuously terrifying audiences across generations. Just recently, we've seen Robert Eggers bring us a new Dracula in the form of Nosferatu, Guillermo del Toro is working on a fresh take on Frankenstein, and now, writer-director Leigh Whannell is putting his spin on the Wolf Man.

But how does a filmmaker like Whannell captivate modern audiences with yet another werewolf movie, especially with the character of the Wolf Man? How do these filmmakers, as Whannell puts it, make these classic monsters both frightening and relevant once more?

So, arm yourself with torches, select your wolfsbane, and prepare your stakes—and your ability to delve into the metaphors within monster stories—because we had a conversation with Whannell about the impact of classic monster movies on his work, how to breathe new life into beloved creatures like the Wolf Man in 2025, and why you should be invested in these tales!