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'Wolf Man' Director Was Inspired by Jeff Goldblum & David Cronenberg's 'The Fly' for Werewolf Transformations

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Director Leigh Whannell channels classic body horror for new 'Wolf Man' werewolf transformations, drawing inspiration from '80s cult hit 'The Fly'.
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  • Whannell, known for his work on the 'Saw' and 'Insidious' franchises, was particularly inspired by Jeff Goldblum's iconic performance and David Cronenberg's groundbreaking practical effects in 'The Fly'.
  • The director promises 'Wolf Man' will feature werewolf transformations that are 'gnarly and full of body horror', harkening back to the glory days of practical effects in genre films.
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Leigh Whannell, Jeff Goldblum, David Cronenberg, The Fly, Saw, Insidious, Wolf Man, The Fly
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