His 1981 film 'An American Werewolf in London' remains the definitive werewolf classic that balanced horror with dark comedy and groundbreaking practical effects.
Jordan Peele IrelandHe explored vampire mythology extensively through 'Interview with the Vampire' and later directed 'In Dreams,' while his supernatural sensibility repeatedly interrogates the gothic and monstrous.
Len Wiseman USAHe directly engaged the vampire versus werewolf conflict as director of the 'Underworld' franchise, creating an entire cinematic universe built around their eternal rivalry.