As an avid fan of horror films and the mastery of practical effects, I am thoroughly captivated by Steven C. Miller’s journey through the genre. His dedication to preserving the essence of 80s horror movies is truly commendable, as evident in his latest project, Werewolves.
If filmmaker Steven C. Miller (known for movies like “Line of Duty” and “First Kill”) gets his preferred choice, he might direct a reboot of two legendary horror series, “Halloween” and “Friday the 13th”. In a conversation with MovieWeb regarding his new horror movie titled “Werewolves”, Miller openly expressed an unspoken desire for an opportunity to work on a particular type of film production. He stated, “Of course, ‘Halloween’ has been revisited numerous times, but I simply adore that character so much that I would relish the chance to contribute to it. Another contender would be ‘Friday the 13th’.” He further mentioned:
It would be quite enjoyable to attempt joining the fray with characters as legendary as Michael Myers and Jason. The prospect of offering something fresh and unique while staying true to their established personas presents an enormous creative challenge, given the multitude of directions they’ve taken in previous works.
Despite being set in space, the 2001 movie “Jason X,” directed by James Isaac (known for “Pig Hunt”), delves into the genres of “Halloween” and “Friday the 13th,” both originating in 1978 and 1980 respectively. Given Miller’s creative background, this fusion falls squarely within his expertise, as these films used practical effects for their gruesome scenes. Similarly, Miller utilized practical effects in “Werewolves,” making the raw film about the peculiar and dangerous consequences of a wild supermoon, reminiscent of 1980s horror films.
Why Using Practical Effects in Werewolves Was Vital
In this movie titled “Werewolves”, we have Frank Grillo (famous from “The Purge”), Lou Diamond Phillips (known for “Young Guns” and “Longmire”), and Katrina Law (recognized from “NCIS”) starring. Penned by Matthew Kennedy, the gripping horror adventure follows two researchers as they attempt to stop a peculiar mutation that transforms individuals into werewolves following a close encounter with a super-moon a year ago. Director Miller was excited to tackle a project rich in practical effects, which were employed to design the werewolf characters.
He expressed that he grew up during the ’80s and has always been drawn to that era, particularly wanting to create a werewolf movie. Indeed, Miller started his directing career with the chilling horror film “Automation Transfusion”. Later, in 2012, he delivered an impressive remake of the cherished 1984 classic “Silent Night”. Although he found success in horror, he also directed several films starring Bruce Willis, notably “Extraction” and “First Kill”. Regarding his decision to direct a werewolf movie, he said:
With my extensive experience, when I met with the producers initially, I immediately emphasized the importance of creating a movie that is grounded and reminiscent of older films. We wanted to offer something unique, perhaps different from the heavy reliance on computer-generated imagery (CGI) they’re accustomed to. So, going practical might be an exciting departure for the audience.
The Money Went to the Wolves
The main dilemma was about finding the right person. Miller pursued Alec Gillis, a well-known figure from films such as Starship Troopers, Alien 3, and Prey, and also mentioned Tom Woodrow, whom he considered more of an idealistic hope. He further stated:
I directly contacted Alec, and he showed remarkable kindness by inviting me into his studio. We conversed comfortably, and I shared our budget constraints but emphasized our desire to invest in the werewolf aspect of our indie film. Interestingly, Alec hadn’t worked on a werewolf project before, which piqued his interest. He found it appealing enough to agree to be part of this venture. The process of securing his involvement and brainstorming creative werewolf designs for us turned out to be quite seamless.
The climactic ending promises to captivate movie enthusiasts, with the violence in Werewolves being truly monumental. Don’t miss out on Werewolves in theaters starting December 6th.
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2024-12-05 00:32