Best Of: Horror Interviews
Summary
This episode of Last Podcast On The Left features a series of interviews with prominent horror filmmakers. The hosts speak with Danny and Michael Philippou about their new film *Bring Her Back* and their background in extreme stunts, while Ryan Coogler discusses his upcoming movie *Sinners* and his views on genre classification. The show also includes a conversation with Kane Parsons about the origins of the *Backrooms* internet phenomenon and his filmmaking process. Finally, Zach Cregger talks about his film *Weapons* and the connection between his sketch comedy roots and modern horror.
Topics discussed
Sponsor: Southern New Hampshire University
Introduction and guest arrival
Discussion of 'Bring Her Back' and early career
Deathmatch wrestling and arrest stories
Stunt driving and early film struggles
Horror as drama and genre comparisons
Genre classification and 'Rosemary's Baby'
Sponsors: Squarespace, BetterHelp, Mint Mobile
Interview with Kane: The Backrooms concept
Kane's YouTube success and timeline
Liminal spaces and creative process
Technical evolution and artistic inspiration
Interview with The Scumbags: Sketch comedy
Horror and comedy connections
Discussion of 'Weapons' and jump scares
Writing process and character development
Sponsors: Acorns, Trees.com, IXL
Interview with Indy: 'Good Boy' and acting
Clowning, makeup, and character origins
Interview with Stephen King: Serial killers
Stephen King: 'Pet Sematary' and music
Interview with Robert Englund: Career and voice
Sponsor: Angie
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