How Steven C. Miller Achieved a Record Number of Werewolves with Practical Effects
Director Steven C. Miller shares his journey of bringing a staggering number of werewolves to life in his latest film, showcasing practical effects over CGI.
Werewolves, Steven C. Miller, Frank Grillo, Puerto Rico, Practical Effects, Horror Film
San Juan: So, Steven C. Miller is at it again with his new film, Werewolves. He’s got a wild challenge on his hands—bringing a ton of werewolves to the big screen. And guess what? It stars Frank Grillo, which is pretty cool.
Miller was totally blown away by how well the film is doing. He told Yahoo Canada that this is the widest release he’s ever had, and for a werewolf flick, that’s just surreal. He’s a huge fan of the genre, so it’s a big deal for him.
He’s super grateful that so many people will get to see his work on a big screen for the first time. The film’s plot revolves around a supermoon that turns anyone who steps into the moonlight into a werewolf. Sounds intense, right?
But here’s the kicker: Miller had to figure out how to get all those werewolves on screen while keeping the action packed. He mentioned that he hadn’t seen this many werewolves in a movie since Underworld, which is a classic.
At first, it felt daunting. He had to think about how to make practical werewolves work in the heat of Puerto Rico. But with a great crew, they pulled it off and made something really fun.
Miller loves the practical effects vibe. He’s inspired by 80s films and classics like Jaws and Jurassic Park. He wanted to create a real, tangible experience for the audience, something that feels alive and in your face.
He believes that practical effects can surprise younger viewers who are used to CGI. It’s all about making the werewolves feel real and breathing on screen.
Miller has worked in horror before, and he loves how fans engage with these films. He feels a special connection with horror audiences, who are always eager to support the genre.
He’s all about being hands-on during filming. He loves the process and wants to be right there with the crew, making sure everything runs smoothly, especially with practical effects that can be tricky.
Even in editing, he’s heavily involved. He collaborates closely with his editor, Greg MacLennan, tweaking scenes until they get it just right. It’s all about teamwork for Miller.