Horror Movie Interviews - JoBlo https://www.joblo.com/horror-movie-actors-interviews/ The JoBlo Movie Network features the latest movie news, trailers, and more. Updated daily. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:09:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 Interview: Radio Silence and Kathryn Newton Talk Ready or Not 2: Here I Come https://www.joblo.com/interview-radio-silence-ready-or-not-2/ https://www.joblo.com/interview-radio-silence-ready-or-not-2/#respond Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:00:56 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=892920 Radio Silence, the directing duo of Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, has become a favorite of mine over the past few years. Not only do I dig the guys, but I love the energy they bring. The horror they present...

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Radio Silence, the directing duo of Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, has become a favorite of mine over the past few years. Not only do I dig the guys, but I love the energy they bring. The horror they present generally excites this viewer. And out of all their work, the sly and engaging Ready or Not is a favorite. And frankly, so is the sequel. Ready or Not 2: Here I Come far exceeded my expectations.

The story is great and hilarious, and even surprising. Samara Weaving nails it once again. Yet for me, the addition of Sarah Michelle Gellar, Elijah Wood, and Kathryn Newton all had me in my movie happy place. It’s the kind of sequel that maintains a sense of freshness while still offering what drew people to the first film. And while I cannot reveal the final act, I had a blast with everything that transpired.

I mention that I dig both Tyler and Matt. Not only the talent they bring, but these two are just incredibly cool to speak with. I had just watched the film, and sitting down with them, I was impressed with just how bloody they get. One of the most unforgettable scenes isn’t terribly gory, but it made my skin crawl. I have a thing with broken glass. The two discussed how they approached the casting, especially bringing both Gellar and Wood on board.

And then came the amazing Kathryn Newton. I absolutely adore talking to Kathryn. She is funny, kind, unique, and just one of the coolest folks to chat with. Having spoken to her several times in the past, she always makes the interview so very engaging. I love this cast so much.

In other words, go see Ready or Not 2: Here I Come. Our own Chris Bumbray dug it too, perhaps not as much as I did, but you will have a great time.

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Interview: Sarah Michelle Gellar and Elijah Wood Talk Ready or Not 2: Here I Come https://www.joblo.com/interview-ready-or-not-2/ https://www.joblo.com/interview-ready-or-not-2/#respond Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:01:06 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=892760 Sarah Michelle Gellar and Elijah Wood talk about their latest adventures with Radio Silence, Ready or Not 2: Here I Come

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It can be difficult to make a great sequel, let alone a good one. That very thought had been running through my head. It started ever since I watched the excellent Ready or Not 2: Here I Come. Now I can officially say it. This new flick not only matched my expectations, but it also exceeded them in every way. Having had the privilege of seeing it a few weeks back, it stuck with me. That is a rare feeling.

First off, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett (Radio Silence) are a talented duo. Here, they have concocted a wonderfully thrilling follow-up to their 2019 hit, Ready or Not. The new feature begins directly where the first one ended. Once it starts, it’s time for the fuse to be lit in this wildly entertaining sequel. And for this viewer, while it takes the original story to a larger stage, it’s the new cast that really excited me.

Samara Weaving returns as Grace, and she is forced to fight another battle. This time, it includes her estranged sister Faith (Kathryn Newton). The remaining players include the beautifully cast Sarah Michelle Gellar, Elijah Wood, and the legendary David Cronenberg.

A few weeks back, I spoke with some of the players behind this awesome new feature. And this included Elijah Wood and Sarah Michelle Gellar. While I’ve spoken with Ms. Gellar, it was my first time interviewing Mr. Wood. And my oh my was it special. The two were first drawn to the collection of toys I keep in my background. And then quicky jumped into the joy of working with Radio Silence. The two brought such passionate energy, and they are clearly excited about the films release.

After the interview, I mentioned the crazy reason why it was special having Elijah and Sarah together for an interview. They both had such an impact on my own family, that it was such a beautiful experience. Mostly because they were so effervescent and kind. And while Sarah was clearly giddy about the upcoming Buffy return, she and all the fans are heartbroken about the recent news of Hulu cancelling the new series. However, I’m hoping somebody with smarts picks up Buffy. We could use a Vampire Slayer.

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come is heading to theatres this weekend (read our SXSW review HERE). Even the critics screening went crazy for this wildly enjoyable sequel! Check back tomorrow for an interview with Kathryn Newton and Radio Silence!

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Interview: Ian Tuason, Nina Kiri, and Adam DiMarco Talk Undertone https://www.joblo.com/interview-undertone/ https://www.joblo.com/interview-undertone/#respond Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:02:56 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=891877 We talk with Undertone writer/director Ian Tuason, and stars Nina Kiri and Adam DiMarco about their latest horror feature

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One of the things I love about horror is how scary a simple concept can be. In The Blair Witch Project, you have amateur filmmakers face the unknown. And then there was the success of the Paranormal Activity franchise that brought the chills of a haunting to a suburban nightmare. Since then, we have seen many a flick with a smaller budget that has captured the attention of horror connoisseurs. The latest thriller to give the audience a chill is the Ian Tuason indie, Undertone.

The story revolves around Evie (Nina Kiri), a host of a popular paranormal podcast. Along with her co-host, Justin (Adam DiMarco), the two find themselves facing very dark and horrific content. After she is sent 10 audio recordings of some very spooky material, things get really spooky for Evy. The film connected with much of what made both Blair Witch and Paranormal Activity work for this viewer. It is a dark and trippy flick that uses audio beautifully to ratchet up the scares.

Last week, I sat down with the writer/director Ian Tuason, along with both Nina Kiri and Adam DiMarco. It was wonderful meeting Mr. DiMarco. He opened up about the success he found at Fantasia, Sundance and how Undertone became an A24 release. As for Ms. Kiri, she opened up about carrying so much of the film, and frankly, it sounds like they had a blast. When it came to Adam DiMarco, he discussed creating an on-screen relationship while maintaining an off-screen one.

It was such a pleasure chatting paranormal with these three. At the end of the discussion, I was curious if they decided to take a chance at a ghost hunt to bring spooky energy to the production.

Are you looking for supernatural frights? You will probably want to check out Undertone with a packed audience ready to get scared. Look for it this weekend at a theatre near you. Check out our review HERE.

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Stephen Graham gets into why he hates actors showing up late to set as he discuss his new film, Heel https://www.joblo.com/stephen-graham-heel-interview/ https://www.joblo.com/stephen-graham-heel-interview/#respond Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:21:16 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=891726 Stephen Graham, Andrea Riseborough, and Anson Boon tell us all about their new film, Heel with a fun rant on late actors.

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If you haven’t watched the trailer for Jan Komasa’s Heel, then I highly suggest you do that now. It’s a fascinating concept of a young criminal being kidnapped by a disturbed family who hope to reform him by chaining him up in their house. There are some really interesting developments in this one, and I enjoyed it a lot (check out my review HERE). Plus, you really can’t go wrong with such a strong cast.

I was able to chat with Stephen Graham, Andrea Risebrough, and Anson Boon about their time making Heel. Graham makes a great point about how actors need to show up to set on time and treat everyone with respect. Really made me wonder which actor he’d had a bad experience with to make him feel so strongly about the subject. Anson was an absolute delight all around, humoring my fascination with the fact that he was collared up for most of the film. Check it out in the video above!

Heel plot:

From Academy Award® nominated director Jan Komasa, HEEL is a twisted thriller that follows 19-year-old hooligan Tommy (Anson Boon), who revels in a life of drugs, parties, and violence. One night, on a bender with his reckless friends, he becomes separated from the group and is abducted by an unknown figure (Golden Globe® winner Stephen Graham). Though he is no stranger to inflicting violence, he is enraged and horrified when he wakes to find himself chained in the basement of the isolated suburban family home of Chris (Graham), his wife Kathryn (Academy Award® nominee Andrea Riseborough), and their young son Jonathan (Kit Rakusen). The family sets out to reform Tommy’s unruly behavior, forcing him to comply with their relentless mind games or seek escape at any cost.

Heel is now playing in theaters.

Heel

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Matthew Lillard Talks About His Involvement in Scream 7 plus the funniest note David Lynch ever gave him https://www.joblo.com/matthew-lillard-talks/ https://www.joblo.com/matthew-lillard-talks/#respond Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:10:49 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=890258 The actor gets into the return of his iconic character (as much as he can) as well as a hilarious anecdote about working with David Lynch.

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Scream 7 released this weekend (you can check out my review HERE) ,and everyone is buzzing at the return of Stu Macher. And no, that’s not a spoiler as he was announced as in the cast and his voice appears in the trailer. How that happens, I won’t say, but because of his return, I was able to speak to Matthew Lillard, in conjunction with his release of the film and Ghostface vodka (of which we recently covered its Red Carpet launch).

Unfortunately, this interview was before Scream 7‘s release, so we couldn’t really dive into that like I would have wanted. In fact, Lillard implied something that didn’t even end up being true, so he really Andrew Garfield’ed me. So we certainly talk about Stu and what the character means to him, but we aren’t able to discuss specifics, as I hadn’t seen the film yet. But he is very grateful for Radio Silence putting Stu back in the minds of viewers to even allow his return to happen.

And Twin Peaks/David Lynch fans are in for a treat, as Matthew tells a hilarious story about a note Lynch gave him while acting in Twin Peaks: The Return. Not to mention the fact that he wouldn’t call him by his actual name. Oh Lynch, you eclectic man. This was a great conversation so make sure to check it out in the video above!

Scream 7 plot:

When a new Ghostface killer emerges in the town where Sidney Prescott has built a new life, her darkest fears are realized as her daughter becomes the next target.

Scream 7 is now playing in theaters and Ghostface Vodka releases wide this October.

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Liam Neeson, Joe Keery, and Georgina Campbell get into what it was like having bodies explode in front of them in Cold Storage https://www.joblo.com/cold-storage-interviews/ https://www.joblo.com/cold-storage-interviews/#respond Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:13:18 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=886799 We speak to the great Liam Neeson, Stranger Things’ Joe Keery and Barbarian’s Georgina Campbell.

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David Koepp has been involved with countless massive movies from Jurassic Park to Spider-man, heck even the upcoming Steven Spielberg movie, Disclosure Day. But before that film releases, we’ve got another alien film written by Koepp that releases onto the world: Cold Storage. Starring Stranger Things alum Joe Keery, Barbarian‘s Georgina Campbell, and Naked Gun‘s Liam Neeson, alien comedy feels like a genre that’s been sorely lacking. I really enjoyed the film and you can check out my review HERE.

I was fortunate enough to talk to Keery, Campbell and Neeson about their roles in the film. Campbell and Keery seemed a bit split on the gory side, in terms of their own enjoyment of the ooey-gooey stuff. And Neeson, despite his character having back issues, brags about how, despite starring in action movies for years, he still has a great back. As someone who spent half of his twenties with severe back pain: I wish I had Liam Neeson’s back…amongst other things. This was a great interview and you can check it out in the video above!

Cold Storage plot:

When a highly dangerous fungus escapes from a secret laboratory, a former bioterrorism agent is called back into action. Alongside two young employees, he must confront an invisible and out-of-control threat.

Cold Storage is playing in theaters on February 13th.

Cold Storage

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Christoph Waltz, Luc Besson and more discuss their new take on the classic Dracula story https://www.joblo.com/dracula-interviews/ https://www.joblo.com/dracula-interviews/#respond Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:09:22 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=886045 The cast of Dracula tells JoBlo what it was like to adapt this classic story and some of the unique challenges along the way.

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Dracula is one of the most adapted stories out there. Every few years, we’re getting another interpretation of the story, and this time it’s Luc Besson’s turn. And if it feels like this movie has had an extremely long release timeline, then you’re not wrong, as the film was released in Europe last summer. We’re now finally getting into US theaters and, while critics aren’t loving it (check out my review here), it has managed to make some money at the box office. Despite being one of many versions of the story, Besson’s version is definitely one of the more unique ones out there (even if it’s more a retelling of Francis Ford Coppola’s version than anything).

I was able to speak with writer/director Luc Besson and stars Christoph Waltz, Caleb Landry Jones and Zoe Bleu about the film. Besson gets into why getting Danny Elfman to do the score was one of the biggest wins for him. Landry Jones and Bleu discuss what they were able to do to help develop their chemistry despite not having many scenes together in the film. Then Waltz gets into whether or not he prefers to do period films or those set in modern day. Given his filmography, his answer may surprise you. Check it out in the video above!

Dracula plot:

When a 15th-century prince (Caleb Landry Jones) witnesses the brutal murder of his wife (Zoe Bleu), he renounces God and damns heaven itself. Cursed with eternal life, he is reborn as Dracula, an immortal warlord who defies fate in a blood-soaked crusade to wrench his lost love back from death, no matter the cost. On the verge of reuniting, Dracula is hunted by a relentless priest (Christoph Waltz), sworn to end his immortal reign.

Luc Besson’s Dracula Is Now Playing In Theaters.

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The Strangers: Chapter 3 Star Madelaine Petsch Talks Trying To Make Up For The Poorly Recieved Second Film With This Final Entry https://www.joblo.com/the-strangers-chapter-3-madelaine-petsch-interview/ https://www.joblo.com/the-strangers-chapter-3-madelaine-petsch-interview/#respond Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:13:18 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=884253 Madelaine Petsch takes us behind the scenes of the latest (and scariest) installment of The Strangers franchise.

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After nearly two years, we’re finally seeing The Strangers trilogy come to a close. After a mixed reception for the first two films, this really does feel like the end of anything Strangers-related for a while. While I’m one of the few defenders of the first film, I agree with the masses that the second was a mess. So there’s a lot riding on this final entry as to how this trilogy will be viewed overall. My review for The Strangers: Chapter 3 will drop later this week, but I’ll just tease it by saying that I think this is more rewatchable than the last film.

I was fortunate enough to talk to Madelaine Petsch about her final turn in the role of Maya. She addresses the poor reception of the second film and hopes the finality of this third entry will help address some of those critiques. And, with this trilogy being her first experience in the editing bay, she tells us what she learned and what she will take into her other productions. Madelaine has always been one of my favorite interviewees, and here she is, no different. You can check out our full conversation in the video above!

The Strangers Chapter 3 plot:

In the final film of The Strangers trilogy, Maya (Madelaine Petsch) faces the masked killers one last time in a brutal, full-circle reckoning of survival and revenge.

The Strangers Chapter 3 is playing in theaters on February 6th, 2026.

The Strangers: Chapter 3

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Christophe Gans talks about returning to the franchise for Return to Silent Hill https://www.joblo.com/return-to-silent-hill-interview/ https://www.joblo.com/return-to-silent-hill-interview/#respond Wed, 21 Jan 2026 17:08:49 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=881401 Having only directed one film since 2006's Silent Hill, this is a big return for Christophe Gans in more ways than one.

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It’s rare for a director to come back to a franchise after a whopping 20 years, yet that’s the exact situation we find ourselves in with Christophe Gans and Silent Hill. I was a big fan of his 2006 film, and given how bad its Gans-less follow-up, Silent Hill: Revelation, turned out to be, it was clear he had a lot to do with the first film’s success. So it’s exciting to see him return and adapt the story from one of the most beloved games. Return to Silent Hill is an interesting attempt to revive the film franchise, and my review will be released tomorrow.

I spoke with stars Hannah Emily Anderson and Evie Templeton about their roles in the new film. Evie gets into what it was like to play the same character in both Return and the Silent Hill 2 remake, and why she felt so comfortable in the role. Hannah has quite the task ahead of her, playing multiple characters, so she gets into which was her favorite to portray, as well as the long hours in the makeup chair. I also spoke with Christophe Gans about what it was like to return to this world after two decades and how much technology has changed in the meantime.

Return to Silent Hill plot:

Follows James (Jeremy Irvine), a man broken after his relationship with the love of his life, Mary (Hannah Emily Anderson), ends. When a mysterious letter from her calls him back to Silent Hill, he finds a once-recognizable town transformed by an unknown evil. While James desperately searches for Mary, he encounters terrifying creatures and begins to unravel the mystery of what happened to the town. But as he descends deeper into the darkness, the secrets he uncovers lead to a horrifying truth, and James finds himself struggling to hold on long enough to save his one true love. 

Return to Silent Hill releases to theaters on January 23rd, 2026.

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Eli Roth talks to us about Cabin Fever’s 4K, Ice Cream Man, and what’s going on with Thanksgiving 2 https://www.joblo.com/eli-roth-talks-to-us/ https://www.joblo.com/eli-roth-talks-to-us/#respond Tue, 20 Jan 2026 17:12:52 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=880878 Eli Roth tells us when we can expect his new film Ice Cream Man, what's going on with Thanksgiving 2, and his new Cabin Fever 4K Steelbook.

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Cabin Fever will always be a newer film in my mind, so it’s crazy that this year will be it’s 23rd anniversary. I guess that’s just part of getting older. But it’s always been my favorite Eli Roth film, and had me keeping an eye on his career during the 2000s. I still remember reading his blog posts during the production of Hostel 2 on Myspace, so it was a bit surreal to finally speak to Eli Roth. He couldn’t have been nicer, and got into many elements of both Cabin Fever as well as his future projects.

Finally, we discussed Ice Cream Man (which has no connection to the Clint Howard film) and how fun the shoot was. He worked with more kids as extras than any other time in his career and it sounds like absolute chaos. We get into when he’ll be back in the editing bay to finish the film up, and when we can expect the film to release to theaters. We also get a bit into Thanksgiving 2 and why the film has been delayed so much. This was a fun talk that you can check out in the video above!

Cabin Fever plot:

For five friends barreling down a mountain road toward a remote cabin, college is over, adulthood looms, and one last summer of decadence awaits. But when a stranger stricken with a flesh-eating virus shows up at their door, the infection spreads, terror erupts, and friend is pitted against friend in a paranoid nightmare of contagion and survival. Eli Roth’s directorial debut — presented for the first time in blood-spattered 4K — is a landmark shocker with a wicked strain of humor and a deliriously unpredictable finale…and a grisly cure for the summertime blues.

Cabin Fever

Special Features:

• Scratching the Surface: A Look Back

• Establishing Shot with Eli Roth

Legacy Special Features:

• Audio Commentaries with Director Eli Roth and Cast Members Rider Strong, Jordan Ladd, Cerina Vincent, and Joey Kern

• Director’s Shorts: The Rotten Fruit

• Beneath the Skin: The Making of Cabin Fever

• Family-Friendly Version

• Pancakes!

• Chatting On-Set with Eli

• Chatting with Eli Roth

• Exclusive Featurette with Eli Roth

• Deleted Scenes

• Mad Dog

• TV Spot

• Theatrical Trailer

Cabin Fever 4K Steelbook is Currently Available for purchase Exclusively from Lionsgate Limited.

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CM Punk Talks About Getting His Fangs For Night Patrol https://www.joblo.com/cm-punk-talks-night-patrol/ https://www.joblo.com/cm-punk-talks-night-patrol/#respond Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:05:05 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=880141 CM Punk discusses playing a coked out vampire and how losing their FX company made aspects of the shoot much more complicated.

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CM Punk is the current World Heavyweight Championship in WWE but when he’s not wrestling, he’s busy making movies. Being a fan of the genre, he’s mostly stuck around horror, which I couldn’t be happier about. Punk is my favorite wrestler of all time so it’s been great to see two of my favorite worlds collide. Even better, he now gets to play a vampire cop who absolutely steals every single scene in Night Patrol. While I didn’t love the film (you can check out my review soon) I’ll always appreciate anything with vampires.

I spoke with Punk (or as he’s billed in this movie, Phil Brooks) about what it was like to portray someone who was so different from himself. And no, not just because he plays a vampire. Punk is famously straight edge which means he doesn’t smoke, drink or do drugs. He’s been sober his whole life. So it’s interesting to see him play a vampire cop who does cocaine and smoke massive stogies. We also discussed how the production lost its main special makeup FX company just prior to shooting, and how his fangs went from not fitting, to perfectly molded because of it. This was a great chat that you can check out in the video above.

Night Patrol plot:

An LAPD officer must put aside his differences with the area’s street gangs when he discovers a local police task force is harboring a horrific secret that endangers the residents of the housing projects he grew up in.

Night Patrol

Night Patrol releases to theaters on January 16th, 2026. Look out for our review later today!

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Interview: Johannes Roberts, Johnny Sequoyah, and Troy Kotsur talk Primate https://www.joblo.com/interview-primate/ https://www.joblo.com/interview-primate/#respond Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:16:27 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=879121 Filmmaker Johannes Roberts knows how to bring a little energy to his fright flicks, including his latest, Primate. Frankly, I dug his work on The Strangers: Prey at Night and 47 Meters Down, both of which had me giddy with...

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Filmmaker Johannes Roberts knows how to bring a little energy to his fright flicks, including his latest, Primate. Frankly, I dug his work on The Strangers: Prey at Night and 47 Meters Down, both of which had me giddy with fun frights. In Primate, he explores another wild animal. And this time, we meet Ben, the chimpanzee. Frankly, I’d hate to spoil anything for audiences. However, I will say that this one is far bloodier and more gruesome than you might expect. The cast is impressive, especially Johnny Sequoyah and Oscar-winning actor Troy Kotsur (Coda). And I cannot say enough about Miguel Torres Umba as Ben.

I went into Primate, only watching the trailer. And when I sat down with Johnny Sequoyah, Troy Kotsur, and Johannes Roberts, the film impressed me even more. With the use of practical effects, Primate manages to create one of the most realistic cinematic animals I’ve witnessed. Ben is a fascinating character, and he came up often during the conversations.

Both Johnny and Troy discussed working with Mr. Roberts and finding the reality in their characters. As well, they had high praise for their on-screen co-star. I’ve admired Troy’s work for quite a while now, and I was equally impressed by Ms. Sequoyah here. As for Johannes, I had the pleasure of meeting the director back when The Strangers: Prey at Night was released, and thoroughly enjoyed meeting him back then. And it was terrific speaking with him about Ben, and this modern man-versus-nature creature feature.

Primate opens this Friday. You can check out our own Mike Holtz’s very positive take here.

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Interview: Daisy Ridley, Brenton Thwaites, and Zak Hilditch talk We Bury the Dead https://www.joblo.com/interview-we-bury-the-dead/ https://www.joblo.com/interview-we-bury-the-dead/#respond Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:00:17 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=878667 We talk with Daisy Ridley, Brenton Thwaites, and filmmaker Zak Hilditch about his latest, the refreshingly unique We Bury the Dead

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What Is We Bury the Dead About?

At a time when zombie stories have fully entered the mainstream thanks to shows like The Walking Dead, it’s increasingly difficult to find a fresh angle on the undead. Enter filmmaker Zak Hilditch, best known for the excellent These Final Hours. With We Bury the Dead, Hilditch delivers a strikingly original and grounded take on the zombie genre—one that’s brought hauntingly to life by Daisy Ridley.

Rather than focusing on spectacle, We Bury the Dead takes a deeply personal and realistic approach. The result is a film that’s creepy, unsettling, and genuinely heartbreaking.

A More Grounded Take on Zombie Horror

In my conversation with Hilditch, the director discussed the ideas behind his latest film and his belief that the most effective horror is rooted in reality. As with his earlier work, We Bury the Dead finds its originality in emotional truth—much of it inspired by themes of loss and grief. It’s this grounding that makes the film feel so different from standard zombie fare.

Daisy Ridley and Brenton Thwaites on Performance and Tone

I also spoke separately with Brenton Thwaites and Ridley about their roles. Ridley opened up about the tragedy at the heart of her character, delivering an affecting and deeply sympathetic performance that ranks among her strongest work to date.

Thwaites, meanwhile, turns in another solid performance and proved to be an incredibly relaxed and thoughtful interview subject. He spoke highly of Ridley’s work and of the appeal of tackling a zombie film that prioritizes substance over shock.

Is We Bury the Dead Worth Seeing?

Yes. We Bury the Dead is currently in theaters and is well worth experiencing on the big screen, where its atmosphere and emotional weight fully land.

Looking for more details? Be sure to check out our full review for an in-depth breakdown of the film and check out the interviews at the top of this article!

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Stars of Silent Night, Deadly Night Discuss What It Took To Make Their Killer Santa Film https://www.joblo.com/silent-night-deadly-night-interviews/ https://www.joblo.com/silent-night-deadly-night-interviews/#respond Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:26:43 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=875912 The stars of Silent Night, Deadly Night discuss why they're excited for people to see their film and share their thoughts on the original.

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We are in the midst of one of the strangest marketing campaigns for a horror movie ever, complete with releasing full, spoilerific scenes, making it look like a Hallmark date night movie, and even offering photos of the star’s feet. It’s been…strange to say the least. I’m not entirely sure why they didn’t just take the approach of “Hey, this is a killer Santa movie!” Especially after the original literally had mothers protesting it. But that doesn’t mean that Silent Night, Deadly Night isn’t worth watching. Quite the opposite, in fact. I quite enjoyed this take on the classic Christmas Horror film, and you can check out my positive review HERE.

I was very excited to talk with stars Rohan Campbell and Ruby Modine, as well as writer/director Mike P. Nelson. Rohan and I get into the similarities between his Billy and his Halloween Ends character Corey Cunningham. Mike also teases some of his plans for a sequel if they are lucky enough to get the opportunity. I also made sure to find out what experience the three had with the original film. These were great talks, and you can check them out in the video above!

Silent Night, Deadly Night plot:

After witnessing his parents’ brutal murder on Christmas Eve, Billy grows up to deliver an annual spree of holiday violence. This year, his blood-soaked mission collides with love, as a young woman challenges him to confront his darkness. “Have you been naughty?”’

Silent Night, Deadly Night

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Interviews: Andy Muschietti and the cast discuss the Stephen King prequel everyone’s watching – It: Welcome to Derry https://www.joblo.com/interviews-it-welcome-to-derry/ https://www.joblo.com/interviews-it-welcome-to-derry/#respond Mon, 03 Nov 2025 17:09:01 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=866409 Stars Taylour Paige, Chris Chalk, James Remar, and more discuss working with Bill Skarsgard and working in Stephen King's universe.

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In the six years since It: Chapter Two concluded the adaptation of Stephen King’s iconic novel, Bill Skarsgard’s portrayal of Pennywise has become a staple of Halloween costumes and nightmares. But, the foray into Derry was only the beginning as producers Barbara and Andy Muschietti have teamed with writer Jason Fuchs to plumb the depths of King’s fictional Maine town by expanding on backstories hinted at in It. Welcome To Derry is a long-form exploration into the origins of the monstrous entity claiming children decades before the events of the first film and gives us more insight into the horrors we have seen in the two part movie.

It: Welcome to Derry (read our review) takes place in 1962, twenty-seven years before the events of It: Chapter One. Centered on the children living in Derry who begin to experience the manifestations of Pennywise, the series shows us the parents and ancestors of characters from the films including Mike Hanlon’s grandparents Charlotte (Taylour Paige) and Leroy as well as Dick Hallorann (Chris Chalk), better known for his experiences at the Overlook Hotel in The Shining. As the series once again shows kids facing off with horrifying visions, we also find out about those who are aware of Pennywise’s long presence in Derry and how it has been afflicting the town for generations.

I spoke with the cast and creators of It: Welcome to Derry about the series. Taylour Paige and Jovan Adepo talked about their experiences meeting Bill Skarsgard in his Pennywise costume as well as the balance of historical events within the fictional past of Derry. Chris Chalk talked about whether he looked at other actors who have portrayed Dick Hallorann for inspiration or if he made the role his own while Stephen Rider talked about the non-supernatural horrors that his character faces in the series. James Remar and Kimberly Norris Guerrero discussed the bond between their characters and what they felt was most important in connecting this story to the novel. Showrunners Jason Fuchs and Brad Kane talked about their favorite easter eggs while Barbara Muschietti and director Andy Muschietti reflected on whether anyone else could have led this series as well as why they chose for the horrors to look the way they do. Check out the full interviews in the embed above.

It: Welcome To Derry is now airing on HBO and HBO Max.

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Shelby Oaks Interview: Chris Stuckmann Reveals What Was Changed Between Cuts https://www.joblo.com/shelby-oaks-interview-chris-stuckmann/ https://www.joblo.com/shelby-oaks-interview-chris-stuckmann/#respond Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:09:11 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=868921 We speak to former YouTuber-turned-director Chris Stuckmann about his divisive Shelby Oaks!

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I remember hearing about Shelby Oaks back in 2021 and was instantly curious. Writer/Director Chris Stuckmann had been a YouTube Film Critic for many years, so it’s always intriguing to see someone break into a new space like that. While this venture has unfortunately meant that he’s all but left the film of actual film criticism behind, he clearly has some big names behind him for his next career path. While I wasn’t the biggest fan of the film (check out my review HERE), Stuckmann has a lot of potential as a director.

I chatted with Stuckmann about his directorial debut and how much it changed from the Festival circuit last year to this month’s release (we reviewed the original cut back then and weren’t too impressed).  We also got into what it was like to have a horror great like Mike Flanagan champion the project. And I couldn’t help but ask about the prison in the film, which was also the location used for the Shawshank Redemption. This was a great talk and I look forward to seeing what he gets up to next. Check out the full interview in the embedded video above.

Shelby Oaks plot:

A woman’s desperate search for her long-lost sister falls into obsession upon realizing that the imaginary demon from their childhood may have been real.

Shelby Oaks is Now Playing In Theaters.

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Friday the 13th interviews with Kane Hodder, Ken Kirzinger, Ari Lehman, and more! https://www.joblo.com/friday-the-13th-interviews/ https://www.joblo.com/friday-the-13th-interviews/#respond Wed, 29 Oct 2025 16:20:02 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=869097 We have Friday the 13th interviews with directors, composer Harry Manfredini, heroes, a final girl, and three Jasons!

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The Friday the 13th franchise is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year, and to mark the occasion, a convention called Crystal Lake Nightmares was recently held in California, featuring dozens of guests that had a hand in bringing my favorite franchise to the screen. JoBlo’s own Ryan Cultrera was in attendance and had the chance to talk to many of the guests, and some of his interviews have been cut together in the video embedded above. The main selling point of this video is the fact that it features interviews with three of the men who have played Jason Voorhees over the decades: Ari Lehman, who played the character for his appearances in the original Friday the 13th (including that famous jump scare); Ken Kirzinger, who played the character for his clash with fellow horror icon Freddy Krueger in Freddy vs. Jason; and Kane Hodder, who has played Jason more times than anyone else. Not only did he bring Jason to life in Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood, Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan, Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday, and Jason X, but he also did the motion-capture performance the character when they were making Friday the 13th: The Game!

In addition to the Jasons, there are interview clips with Harry Manfredini, who composed the musical score for many of the movies in the franchise; Amy Steel, who played one of the most popular final girls in the series (Ginny Field in Friday the 13th Part 2); Thom Mathews, who played hero Tommy Jarvis in Jason Lives: Friday the 13th Part VI (which was actually the last chapter in a “Tommy Jarvis trilogy”); Jason Goes to Hell director Adam Marcus, cast member Steven Williams (the legendary Creighton Duke), and special effects artist Robert Kurtzman; Freddy vs. Jason cast member Lochlyn Munro; and Jason Lives writer/ director Tom McLoughlin, the man I hold responsible for my entire horror fandom, as Jason Lives is the movie that I credit with getting me into the genre.

I’m a huge fan of the entire Friday the 13th franchise, so I could watch and listen to the people who have brought these beloved movies to the screen talk about them all day long. Are you a fan of this franchise? Take a look at the interviews above, then let us know by leaving a comment below.

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Tyriq Withers Talks To Us About The Negative Reception To HIM https://www.joblo.com/tyriq-withers-him/ https://www.joblo.com/tyriq-withers-him/#respond Tue, 28 Oct 2025 16:04:10 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=867611 The star of HIM gets into why he thinks the film will gain in esteem in the future and why Justin Tipping was such a great director.

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Sometimes a trailer releases for a film and absolutely blows audiences away, getting them more than hyped for the film’s eventual release. Unfortunately, a good trailer does not make a good film, and HIM was absolutely ravaged by critics. I can’t say I was the biggest fan (check out my review HERE) but that had nothing to do with Tyriq, who I think was one of the film’s highlights. Now, the film is releasing on physical media, and more people will be able to check it out, with considerably lower expectations.

I talked to Tyriq about the film’s negative reception and his take on it – which you can watch in the video embedded above:

“I know why we made this movie… It’s to bring conversations to the table not many people are wanting to talk about. I’m indifferent to the reaction where I’m super proud, and that’s all I can control.”

He also got into why he thinks the film will catch on more in the future, due to its messaging. He could be right, as Marlon Wayans recently went on a social media rant where he compared HIM‘s reception to several other movies that he’s made that have become more popular in recent years. He also dips into how the film’s first trailer blew up on social media, coinciding with him promoting his role in the I Know What You Did Last Summer reboot, which hit theaters during the summer. Indeed, it’s been a big year for Withers, and his busy schedule isn’t set to let up any time soon. The rising star has a ton of stuff coming up, with him set to co-star with fellow genre fave Maika Monroe in the next Colleen Hoover adaptation, Reminders of Him, which is due out on Valentine’s Day and recently got a trailer.

HIM plot:

A young athlete descends into a world of terror when he’s invited to train with a legendary champion whose charisma curdles into something darker.

HIM is Now Available on Digital and releases on BluRay, 4K Ultra HD, and DVD on November 11th, 2025. What did you think of HIM? Let us know in the comments.

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Lauren LaVera, David Howard Thornton, Fede Álvarez, and Jason Patric talk to us about Terrifier, Alien, and Halloween celebrations https://www.joblo.com/horror-icons-halloween-celebrations/ https://www.joblo.com/horror-icons-halloween-celebrations/#respond Mon, 27 Oct 2025 16:08:08 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=868671 We had a chat with some horror icons while covering the Halloween Horror Nights event at Universal Studios Hollywood.

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The Halloween Horror Nights event will be running at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood for another week, giving visitors their required amount of spooky season frights. Among the genre stars and filmmakers who have made their way out to Universal parks for the event were Terrifier franchise star David Howard Thornton, Terrifier franchise heroine Lauren LaVera, genre filmmaker Fede Álvarez (whose credits include Evil Dead 2013 and Alien: Romulus), and Jason Patric of The Lost Boys and Terrifier 3. JoBlo’s own Ryan Cultera was able to catch up with all of them as they walked the Halloween Horror Nights red carpet and took the opportunity to talk to them about their work in the genre, as well as their personal Halloween celebrations. You can see how it went in the video embedded above!

During her conversation with Ryan, Lauren LaVera revealed that she would love to have her Terrifier character Sienna meet up with either Bruce Campbell’s Evil Dead character Ash Williams, or with Halloween slasher Michael Myers. David Howard Thornton discussed the popularity of Art the Clown and the challenges and joys of bringing that character to life. Fede Álvarez talked about working on iconic properties – and revealed who his favorite monster is (of course, it’s a Universal classic). Jason Patric also named his favorite monster(s), reminisced about his favorite Halloween costume, and discussed Halloween candy… including the chocolate bar that his mom used to steal from him. There’s something very cool to me about seeing Jason Patric reveal that he’s a fan of the Creature from the Black Lagoon.

If I were to be asked what my favorite childhood Halloween costume was, it wouldn’t be the time I was too embarrassed to go trick or treating in my Raphael (the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle) costume. It would be when I went walking the streets in my Jason Voorhees costume, complete with a plastic meat cleaver.

Keep your eyes peeled for even more spooky interviews on JoBlo Celebrity Access all week, including a great chat we had with some veterans of the Friday the 13th series! That’s coming up later this week.

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Queens of the Dead Interview: Tina Romero Talks Why Dawn of the Dead Was Her Biggest Influence https://www.joblo.com/queens-of-the-dead-interview/ https://www.joblo.com/queens-of-the-dead-interview/#respond Sat, 25 Oct 2025 16:01:23 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=868448 Tina Romero discusses how her father influenced her filmmaking style, while the cast gets into what makes her such a great director.

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When George A. Romero passed away in 2017, the zombie genre was suddenly without its biggest influence. Now, his daughter Tina is taking the reins and trying her hand at the sub-genre her father helped mould. While her style is decidedly more comedy than horror (check out my review HERE), it’s still steeped in social commentary and manages to get the most important aspect right: entertainment value. From glittery zombies to one of the most eclectic and likable casts out there, it’s clear Tina has a very clear vision and style, much like her father. Indeed, her father, George, is undoubtedly the father of the modern zombie film, with Night of the Living Dead, Dawn of the Dead and Day of the Dead being the O.G. zombie trilogy we all worship. Having grown up with her father’s movies, Tina has a real love and expertise for the genre as well (she actually pops up in Land of the Dead as a soldier).

I sat down with Tina as well as her cast which includes Katy O’Brian, Riki Lindhome, Jack Haven, Margaret Cho, Nina Bloomgarden, and Tomas Matos. We got into all things Queens of the Dead like how much fun the shoot was, and how Tina was as a director. Tina also gets into why Dawn of the Dead is her favorite of her father’s zombie films and why that was her biggest inspiration on her own film. Check out the interview in the embedded video above!

Queens of the Dead plot:

A zombie apocalypse breaks out in Brooklyn on the night of a giant warehouse party, where an eclectic group of drag queens, club kids, and frenemies must put aside their drama and use their unique skills to fight against the brain-thirsty, scrolling undead.

Queens of the Dead is in theatres now and on Shudder soon.

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Olga Kurylenko on being the only face on screen in Shudder’s Other https://www.joblo.com/olga-kurylenko-other/ https://www.joblo.com/olga-kurylenko-other/#respond Mon, 20 Oct 2025 20:03:22 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=867720 Olga Kurylenko discusses her role and the one disturbing scene that wishes hadn't been cut from the finished film.

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After last year’s MadS, I was very curious as to what director David Moreau would get up to next. He had such a unique vision that, even though I didn’t love the film, it was still so unlike anything else, that I was curious to see his next film. And he continues to go down the gimmick path, this time focusing almost entirely on Olga Kurylenko, not really allowing other face’s to be shown throughout the runtime. It’s an interesting approach, and not one you see often. But it results in a film that certainly has its moments (check out my review HERE).

I chatted with star Olga Kurylenko about the film, and we got into how much she connected to the model character, having been a model at a young age herself. Thankfully, she had a much better experience with her mother. She also discussed a pretty interesting moment that ended up getting cut from the film, that I really wish we would have gotten. Olga was absolutely charming and personable and you can check out the interview in the embedded video above.

Other plot:

Alice returns to her childhood home after her mother’s death, only to find the house is rigged with surveillance tracking her every move, as a sinister presence lurks, driving her towards a terrifying revelation.

Other is Currently Streaming on Shudder.

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Interview: Mason Thames and Madeleine McGraw Talk Black Phone 2 https://www.joblo.com/interview-black-phone-2/ https://www.joblo.com/interview-black-phone-2/#respond Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:07:17 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=866905 We speak to the young returning stars of The Black Phone 2, Mason Thames and Madeleine McGraw.

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The Black Phone continued to prove what a great combination Ethan Hawke offers with horror. Yet it wasn’t simply his excellent work that helped propel fans to the cinema. The Scott Derrickson feature also gave the young actors Mason Thames and Madeleine McGraw the chance to shine. And that continues with this year’s Black Phone 2. Both Mason and Madeleine return, offering exceptional performances in a genre sequel. By allowing these two young talents the chance to shine even more, it helps give a little extra when it comes to Derrickson’s latest.

I finally had the opportunity to sit down with both Thames and McGraw in person; the last time we spoke was on Zoom. As for Mason, the actor has received a massive boost in his career with the recent How to Train Your Dragon live-action remake. And now, he continues to show off his talent in the follow-up to the genre hit. He talked about taking on the sequel and expanding his role in this twisted world. As for his co-star, Madeleine is equally impressive. And she really gets in on the action with a little stuntwork. She discussed that aspect, as well as the trust they have in Mr. Derrickson. With October in full swing, I’m sure many of you will be ready and willing to see what The Grabber is up to. Black Phone 2 opens this Friday, October 17th, in a theatre near you. CHECK OUT OUR REVIEW!

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Maddie Hasson Talks To Us About Her Erotic Thriller/Revenge Film, Bone Lake https://www.joblo.com/maddie-hasson-bone-lake/ https://www.joblo.com/maddie-hasson-bone-lake/#respond Sat, 11 Oct 2025 16:02:24 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=866285 We speak to actress Maddie Hasson about her new film Bone Lake and why she thinks it'd pair well with The Evil Dead.

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There have been so many horror movies released this month and last that it can be kind of hard to keep track of them all. But if you’re looking for something sexy, violent, and mysterious, then I can’t recommend Bone Lake enough. This has managed to be one of my favorite horror films of the year and boasts some great performances and a great blending of genres. You can check out my review HERE.

This is the second time I’ve spoken to Maddie Hasson, and her energy is absolutely infectious. Her charisma makes it unsurprising that she’s finally leading movies, and I’m sure there are more in her future. Her performance in Bone Lake is fantastic, and brings plenty of vulnerability and quiet strength. We discuss why we need more erotic thrillers in the cinema. And, hilariously, Maddie also gets into why she would double-feature the film with The Evil Dead. And her answer may surprise you. Check it all out in the video above!

Bone Lake plot:

A couple’s romantic vacation at a secluded lakeside estate is upended when they are forced to share the mansion with a mysterious and attractive couple. In this darkly hilarious and seductive horror story, a dream getaway spirals into a nightmarish maze of sex, lies, and manipulation, bringing terrifying secrets to light and triggering a bloody battle for survival. 

Bone Lake is currently playing In Theaters Everywhere!

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Crystal Lake Nightmares convention interview with Harry Manfredini, creator of the iconic Friday the 13th score https://www.joblo.com/harry-manfredini-interview/ https://www.joblo.com/harry-manfredini-interview/#respond Thu, 09 Oct 2025 18:18:10 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=866110 JoBlo's own Ryan Cultrera was able to interview composer Harry Manfredini about his work on the Friday the 13th franchise

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The Friday the 13th franchise is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year, and to mark the occasion, a convention called Crystal Lake Nightmares was recently held in California, featuring dozens of guests that had a hand in bringing my favorite franchise to the screen. JoBlo’s own Ryan Cultrera was in attendance and had the chance to talk to some of the guests, including composer Harry Manfredini, the man who provided the music for most of the movies in the franchise and the creator of that iconic “Ki Ki Ki Ma Ma Ma” sound effect. You can find out what Manfredini had to say about his work on the franchise in the video embedded above.

Manfredini composed the scores for Friday the 13th (1980), Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981), Friday the 13th Part III (1982), Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter (1984), Friday the 13th: A New Beginning (1985), and Jason Lives: Friday the 13th Part VI (1986), before passing the baton and some of his music tracks over to Fred Mollin, who was the composer on the seventh and eighth films. Manfredini circled back to the franchise to provide the music for Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday (1993) and Jason X (2001), as well as the 2017 video game and the 2013 documentary Crystal Lake Memories.

Outside of the Friday the 13th franchise, Manfredini’s music can be heard in the likes of The Children (1980), Wes Craven’s Swamp Thing (1982), The Hills Have Eyes Part II (1984), Slaughter High (1985), House (1985), House II: The Second Story (1987), DeepStar Six (1989), House III: The Horror Show (1989), Aces: Iron Eagle III (1992), House IV (1992), Kickboxer 3: The Art of War (1992), My Boyfriend’s Back (1993), Wishmaster (1997), Terminal Invasion (2002), multiple 1313 movies, Morgan: Killer Doll, Jurassic Reborn, and much more.

If you’re a fan of ’80s horror, you’ve probably heard a lot of his music. I watch the Friday the 13th movies so often, his music is practically the soundtrack of my life.

Are you a fan of Harry Manfredini’s work? Take a look at our interview with the composer, then let us know by leaving a comment below.

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Vicious: Dakota Fanning and Bryan Bertino discuss their new horror film https://www.joblo.com/vicious-interviews/ https://www.joblo.com/vicious-interviews/#respond Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:09:26 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=866023 JoBlo's own Mike Holtz sat down for interviews with Vicious star Dakota Fanning and writer/director Bryan Bertino

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Dakota Fanning (The Watchers) and The Strangers director Bryan Bertino have teamed up for a horror movie called Vicious, which is coming our way from Paramount Pictures. The movie bounced around the release schedule a little bit; it was originally scheduled to reach theatres on August 8th, then it was pushed up to February 28th, and then it was pulled off of Paramount’s release schedule completely. Now, the film is set to receive a digital and Paramount+ streaming release on October 10th – and in anticipation of that release, JoBlo’s own Mike Holtz had the chance to sit down for interviews with both Fanning and Bertino! You can check them out in the embed above.

Holtz also saw the movie when it played at Fantastic Fest, and you can read his review at THIS LINK.

Scripted by Bertino, Vicious sees Fanning taking on the role of a young woman who is left a strange present by a late-night visitor, and quickly realizes she is fighting for her life after slipping down a disturbing rabbit hole contained inside the gift. Here’s another synopsis: When Polly (Dakota Fanning) receives a mysterious Box from an unexpected late-night visitor, it comes with a simple instruction: place three things inside: something you need, something you hate, and something you love. What begins as a strange ritual quickly unravels into a waking nightmare. Trapped in a terrifying world where reality bends and memory betrays, Polly must navigate a series of impossible choices. As time slips away, she’s forced to confront the darkness not just around her, but within her—before it consumes everything and everyone she’s ever known.

Fanning is joined in the cast by Devyn Nekoda (Scream VI), Mary McCormack (The West Wing), Rachel Blanchard (The Summer I Turned Pretty), Kathryn Hunter (Poor Things), Klea Scott (Millennium), and Emily Mitchell (Ordinary Angels).

An Atlas Independent production, the film was produced by Richard Suckle and Bertino, with Melinda Whitaker serving as executive producer with Shane Boucher.

Bertino made his feature directorial debut with the 2008 horror film The Strangers and has since followed that up with three more horror films: 2014’s Mockingbird, which he co-wrote with Mr. Robot creator Sam Esmail2016’s The Monster, and 2020’s The Dark and the Wicked. He also wrote the initial screenplay for The Strangers: Prey at Night, which got a rewrite from Ben Ketai and ended up being directed by Johannes Roberts. While Bertino focuses on Vicious, the Strangers franchise is continuing on without him with a trilogy that was directed by Renny Harlin.

Vicious has been rated R for strong bloody violence, some grisly images, and language.

Are you looking forward to Vicious? Check out our interviews with Fanning and Bertino, then let us know by leaving a comment below.

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The Friday the 13th franchise is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year, and to mark the occasion, a convention called Crystal Lake Nightmares was recently held in California, featuring dozens of guests that had a hand in bringing my favorite franchise to the screen. JoBlo’s own Ryan Cultrera was in attendance and had the chance to talk to some of the guests, including Ken Kirzinger, who played the hockey-masked iconic slasher Jason Voorhees in the Nightmare on Elm Street crossover Freddy vs. Jason, and Lochlyn Munro, who played one of Jason’s victims in that film. You can watch the interview with Kirzinger and Munro in the embed above!

Directed by Ronny Yu (who previously worked with another iconic slasher on Bride of Chucky) from a screenplay by Damian Shannon and Mark J. Swift (with an uncredited polish by David S. Goyer), Freddy vs. Jason has the following synopsis: Get ready for the ultimate showdown! It’s been nearly ten years since Freddy, from the Nightmare on Elm Street series, invaded people’s dreams to exact his deadly form of revenge and murder. But now, his memory has been systematically erased by a town determined to put an end to Freddy once and for all. Until, that is, Freddy resurrects Jason, the equally iconic madman from the Friday the 13th series. Jason is the perfect means for Freddy to once again instill fear on Elm Street and start a new reign of terror. But as the bodies begin to pile up, he discovers that Jason isn’t willing to cease his murderous ways and step aside so easily. Now, with a terrified town in the middle, the two titans of terror enter into a horrifying showdown of epic proportions.

Kirzinger and Munro were joined in the cast by Monica Keena, Jason Ritter, Kelly Rowland, Chris Marquette, Brendan Fletcher, Katharine Isabelle, Kyle Labine, Tom Butler, Paula Shaw, David Kopp, Jesse Hutch, Zack Ward, Garry Chalk, Chris Gauthier, and Odessa Munroe, with Robert Englund as Freddy Krueger. Kirzinger’s casting was a shock for fans at the time, since everyone expected the role to remain with Kane Hodder, who had played Jason in the previous four movies.

Are you a fan of Freddy vs. Jason? Take a look at our interviews with Ken Kirzinger and Lochlyn Munro, then let us know by leaving a comment below.

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When is The Descent coming to 4K? Plus – Neil Marshall on his giallo thriller, Compulsion https://www.joblo.com/neil-marshall-and-charlotte-kirk-compulsion/ https://www.joblo.com/neil-marshall-and-charlotte-kirk-compulsion/#respond Sat, 04 Oct 2025 13:02:49 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=864824 Neil Marshall and Charlotte Kirk discuss their final collaboration, Compulsion, while also getting into the new Descent 4K.

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I can’t act like I’ve been the biggest fan of the films that Neil Marshall and Charlotte Kirk have been making together in recent years. They just haven’t been for me, and I’ve longed for the days of Marshall helming material like The Descent and even Doomsday. I am happy to say that their newest film Compulsion is likely their best effort, combining Giallo and Erotic Thriller to an interesting result. It’s filled with great practical effects and very European sensibilities.

Now we’re getting the final collaboration between Marshall/Kirk, and I was able to chat with them all about it. A common throughline when speaking to them both was a certain sequence done all in one take, and all the challenges that came with it. Kirk seemed down for the challenge, as well as the more erotic elements at play. Marshall also gets into the recent headlines of a Descent prequel, and what we can expect from the new 4K transfer of the original film. These were great talks and you can check them out in the embedded video above.

Compulsion plot:

A young woman’s visit to her stepfather’s villa spirals into danger when she’s targeted by con artists and a violent murder forces her into a deadly cover-up. As a local detective closes in, trust cracks and dark secrets are exposed.

Compulsion is Now Available in Select Theaters, Digital and On Demand.

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Interview: Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, James Wan and More Talk Conjuring: Last Rites https://www.joblo.com/interview-conjuring-last-rites/ https://www.joblo.com/interview-conjuring-last-rites/#respond Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:06:00 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=858842 I’ve been a fan of The Conjuring from the very beginning. Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson have done wonders with these two characters. The two actors have brought them to life as the cinematic version of Ed and Lorraine Warren....

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I’ve been a fan of The Conjuring from the very beginning. Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson have done wonders with these two characters. The two actors have brought them to life as the cinematic version of Ed and Lorraine Warren. In fact, the four films work because you care about those involved. And I was utterly satisfied with The Conjuring: Last Rites being the last one – we’ll see on that. For this viewer, it was an epic conclusion to the franchise.

Directed by Michael Chaves, who helmed the third film, this latest chapter feels like a return to what came before. They saved the best for last in many ways, as it brings all the series elements together with a few solid spine-tingling scares. What Conjuring movies do well is bring genuine heart and emotion to the big screen. This one has that in abundance, as the family element plays a key role in the frights.

I’ve been lucky enough to cover this franchise from the very beginning with JoBlo, and this time around felt extra special. Once again, I loved speaking with the incredible twosome, Wilson and Farmiga. Talking with Mr. James Wan is always fantastic, and his continued love for The Conjuring is evident. Finally, there is Michael Chaves. The director managed to take on this story and bring his own style without losing what makes it special.

And when it came to the newbies to the series, I spoke with Ben Hardy and Mia Tomlinson. Mia takes on the role of Judy Warren, and Ben plays her soon-to-be husband. The two add a little bit of freshness to the mix. All our conversations were terrific, and I even shared my first experience with a fictional Ed and Lorraine Warren, one that James Wan brought up. I will always hold a special place in my heart for this series, and here’s hoping you all enjoy this final offering.

The Conjuring: The Last Rites opens this Friday.

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Lloyd Kaufman, Macon Blair and Jacob Tremblay talk Toxic Avenger! https://www.joblo.com/talking-toxic-avenger/ https://www.joblo.com/talking-toxic-avenger/#respond Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:03:53 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=857951 The team behind the new Toxic Avenger tell us why it took so long for the film to release, and how they get such a stacked cast!

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The original Toxic Avenger is one of the most insane films that’s ever been made. I still remember watching it as a teenager and constantly going “What on earth is happening?!” So it was surprising to see a reboot on the way, but with Peter Dinklage in the titular role! Then add in phenomenal actors like Kevin Bacon, Elijah Wood, and Jacob Tremblay, and you’ve got the recipe for intrigue. That’s a great way to pique the interest of anyone who may not know what they’re in for with this insane Troma-inspired venture. And it’s honestly a ton of a fun that is sure to, like the original, gain a following.

I was fortunate enough to talk to original Toxie creator (and Troma founder) Lloyd Kaufman about his cult classic getting the remake treatment. Remake writer/director Macon Blair and I get into why physical media is still so important (we can thankfully expect a full commentary track from him with this film), as well as why it took so long for us to get it. Then, Jacob Tremblay gets into why the set was such a blast to be a part of and why Macon is so special as a director. Genuinely, these are some of my favorite talks I’ve ever had with JoBlo, and I can’t wait for you to see the full interviews. Check out our review HERE!

The Toxic Avenger plot: When a downtrodden janitor, Winston Gooze, is exposed to a catastrophic toxic accident, he’s transformed into a new kind of hero: The Toxic Avenger. Now, Toxie must rise from outcast to savior, taking on ruthless corporate overlords and corrupt forces who threaten his son, his friends, and his community. In a world where greed runs rampant… justice is best served radioactive.

THE TOXIC AVENGER IS PLAYING IN THEATERS ON AUGUST 29TH, 2025.

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Witchboard remake interviews with director Chuck Russell, stars Madison Iseman and Aaron Dominguez https://www.joblo.com/witchboard-interviews-2025/ https://www.joblo.com/witchboard-interviews-2025/#respond Fri, 15 Aug 2025 16:07:46 +0000 https://www.joblo.com/?p=856446 Director Chuck Russell and stars Madison Iseman and Aaron Dominguez discuss the Witchboard remake in our opening day interviews!

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Writer/director Kevin S. Tenney’s 1986 horror classic Witchboard (watch it HERE) is getting the remake treatment couresty of director Chuck Russell, who was bringing us the likes of A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors and the remake of The Blob back in the days when Witchboard was gathering its earliest fans. JoBlo’s own Tyler Nichols was able to watch the remake last year (you can read his review at THIS LINK) and a wider audience will be able to check it out now that it has received a theatrical release. To celebrate this long-awaited release, we were able to score interviews with Russell and the film’s stars Madison Iseman and Aaron Dominguez – and to hear them discuss Witchboard, special effects, and actual witchcraft, check out the video embedded above!

According to Deadline, Russell intended to go beyond the original Witchboard IP “with a deeper storyline, high intensity scares and imaginative visuals”. As such, the screenplay he wrote with Greg McKay sounds quite different from the original film. Here’s the synopsis: Emily, her fiancé Christian and a group of their friends open an organic café, refurbishing an old carriage house in New Orleans’ French Quarter. But a darkness descends over Emily when she discovers an ancient pendulum board, once used to summon spirits. Christian seeks help for Emily from occult expert Alexander Babtiste, but Babtiste has secrets of his own, knowing the fateful bloodlines that binds them all to the Witchboard. A modern coven of White Witches, a masked ball at Babtiste’s mansion, and the legacy of Naga Soth, the Queen of Witches, are all part of a dangerous game that puts Emily’s very soul at risk. The film stars Madison Iseman of the short-lived I Know What You Did Last Summer TV series, Aaron Dominguez (Only Murders in the Building), Antonia Desplat (Shantaram), Charlie Tahan (Ozark), and Jamie Campbell Bower, who caught a lot of attention for playing the villainous Vecna in season 4 of Stranger Things.

The Witchboard remake (which got a positive reaction from Tenney when he watched it recently) is an A-Nation Media production, and Russell and McKay are producing the film with Kade Vu and Bernie Gewissler. Eric Schiermeyer, Sarah Buxton, John Paul Isham, and Walter Josten serve as executive producers. Although the film is set in New Orleans, it was shot in Montreal.

The original Witchboard, which is one of my all-time favorites, had two sequels that followed different characters and featured different evil spirits. The main connection between the films was the presence of a Ouija board. Russell’s Witchboard seems separate enough from the original that it might as well be considered Witchboard 4, even if it switches out a Ouija board for a pendulum board. And I’m definitely interested in seeing a Witchboard 4 that’s directed by Chuck Russell.

The film has an R rating for strong bloody violence, gore, language, drug content, some sexual content and brief nudity.

Are you going to be watching the Witchboard remake? Take a look at the interviews above, then let us know by leaving a comment below.

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