Wolf Man Director Reveals Fan-Favorite Horror Movies Influenced Reboot

Story by Ben Hathaway

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Horror master Leigh Whannell draws inspiration from '80s genre classics to craft a chilling new take on the legendary Wolf Man for the modern era.

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After the challenges of the past few years, Whannell's script taps into universal themes of isolation, dread, and anxiety to elevate the classic monster movie premise.
Whannell cites John Carpenter's 'The Thing' and David Cronenberg's 'The Fly' as key cinematic influences, aiming to deliver a visceral, subconscious horror experience for audiences.

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Leigh Whannell, James Wan, Francis Ford Coppola, Universal Monsters, Blumhouse, The Invisible Man, Saw, Insidious, Upgrade, The Thing, The Fly, Wolf Man (2025)

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