The film titled “Wolf Man” shares the same director as “The Invisible Man”, but it’s unlikely to launch a new Dark Universe. While both films are contemporary adaptations of Universal Monsters classics, they seem unrelated at this point. However, if the series continues to expand, there could be potential connections down the line.
The movie titled “Wolf Man” is set to hit theaters on January 17th, whereas “The Invisible Man” is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Watching “The Invisible Man” again won’t provide any exclusive insights about the upcoming beast-themed film, but it will help you get reacquainted with the directorial style of Leigh Whannell. He was both the writer and director for “The Invisible Man”, and he also co-wrote and directed the upcoming “Wolf Man”. There have been rumors that these two films might serve as the foundation for Universal’s future strategies regarding their monster properties, but at this moment, it appears that “Wolf Man” won’t be making connections in that regard.
Reflecting on the past, I can’t forget the bewilderment that arose from Universal Studios’ 2014 unveiling of the Dark Universe – an ambitious cinematic universe aimed at linking reboots and remakes of their classic monster movie franchises. You might remember the hype surrounding this idea, with films like “Dracula Untold” in 2014 and “The Mummy” in 2017, which included a high-profile photoshoot featuring stars such as Tom Cruise, Johnny Depp, Javier Bardem, Russell Crowe, and Sofia Boutella. Other big names like Angelina Jolie, Dwayne Johnson, Scarlett Johansson, and Channing Tatum were also associated with the franchise. However, following the disappointing performance of “The Mummy,” none of these planned projects saw the light of day.
In essence, Universal decided to abandon their cinematic universe concept in favor of individual movies with a contemporary and realistic feel, even using titles from their existing collection. The Invisible Man was released in 2020, then came Renfield, The Last Voyage of the Demeter, and Abigail. Wolf Man is set to follow suit, but despite James Whannell’s earlier success securing this project, these films are not linked. This news might please some fans while leaving others speculating about what could have been if the Dark Universe had continued.
As a cinephile, I’m eagerly anticipating the release of “Wolf Man,” hitting theaters on January 17th. This chilling tale follows a family of three – myself, my wife portrayed by Julia Garner, and our daughter Matilda Firth – as we move from bustling San Francisco to the eerie rural home of my childhood in Oregon, following the enigmatic disappearance of my father. The suspense builds as we delve into the mysteries that lurk within this isolated locale, with Christopher Abbott playing my on-screen counterpart. If you’re in the mood for a spine-tingling journey, mark your calendars for “Wolf Man.” Meanwhile, if you can’t wait for the weekend, why not catch “The Invisible Man” streaming now on Prime Video?
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2025-01-13 21:09