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Ep 596: Austin Jennings Nov 04, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Austin Jennings (EIGHT EYES, THE LAST DRIVE-IN WITH JOE BOB BRIGGS) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey and the making of his debut feature film. From how he wound up in New York and working with the gang that resurrected one of TV’s most iconic hosts Joe Bob Briggs… to the rigorous process of how THE LAST DRIVE-IN is programmed and produced… to why he believes “appointment TV” still holds an important place in the modern streaming world… to the film that was the hardest to play on the show… to the decision to change the show’s format from a double feature to a single film… to his transition into directing his first feature with his giallo/exploitation homage EIGHT EYES (available now on Shudder and on physical media through Vinegar Syndrome)… to the trials of shooting on 16mm and working in Serbia… to working with star Emily Sweet… to what Joe Bob thinks of his film (the answer may surprise you!)… Austin shares a peek behind the drive-in screen of Shudder’s flagship show and proves that where there is a will there is a way.

Ep 595: David Howard Thornton Oct 28, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor David Howard Thornton (“Art the Clown” from the TERRIFIER series, STREAM, THE MEAN ONE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to share his career journey. From a bullied kid growing up in Alabama who realized he had the ability to make people laugh… to becoming a teacher and quickly realizing that he got more fulfillment out of entertaining his students than actually teaching them… to going through a difficult period of hardships that ultimately pushed him to go after his dream of acting rather than playing life safe… to being the understudy for Stefán Karl Stefánsson in “The Grinch” and performing in other small roles… to the literal “flip of a coin” that saw him lose out on one role but gain the opportunity to become the now iconic “Art the Clown”… to his process of transforming into “Art” and how he comes up with many of the characters’ mannerisms based on feel and only once on the actual set… to how his stage experience in theater has made him find “method acting” unnecessary for his own process in his film roles… to what it’s really like on set when he’s shooting such violent sequences and the kill in TERRIFIER 3 that almost made him throw up on set… to getting canned from performing a voice for a children’s show halfway through the season when the producers realized that he was the same actor who played “Art the Clown” in TERRIFIER… to his ongoing prank war with Kane Hodder (“Victor Crowley”) at conventions and the incredible love that fans have shown him at appearances… to his close brush with tragedy during the making of STREAM and specific signs from the universe that have reminded him that he is indeed on the right path… David’s journey to icon status is certainly one for the horror history books! TERRIFIER 3 is in theaters now!

Happy Halloween! The 26th annual ArieScope Halloween short film (THE PET SITTER) is now streaming FREE on www.ariescope.com and the ArieScope YouTube channel!

Ep 594: Ian McDonald Oct 21, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Screenwriter Ian McDonald (WOMAN OF THE HOUR) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope studio to discuss his career journey and the making of his new feature (WOMAN OF THE HOUR is currently in theaters and available on Netflix). From growing up in Maine as an introvert far removed from the entertainment industry… to going to college for film but pivoting to theater and attending grad school for playwriting… to writing and producing his first feature film SOME FREAKS (2016) independently… to the 8 year journey he has been on with his screenplay for WOMAN OF THE HOUR and the vast amount of research he did on the crimes of real-life serial killer Rodney Alcala… to the extra level of consideration he put into writing a story that’s based on true events and his decision to tell the story in a non-linear fashion… to actress Anna Kendrick stepping into the director’s chair in the 11th hour of pre-production and the terrific creative working relationship they forged making the film… to having to sit out the film’s Toronto premiere due to the WGA strike and why he finds joy in mentoring young aspiring writers… Ian’s career is no “overnight success” which is precisely why it’s so inspiring to hear!

Also, Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for an artist suffering from disenchantment, “Victor Crowley” slaughters ABC’s THE GOLDBERGS, and the guys get real about aging.

Watch Adam’s 26th annual ArieScope Halloween short film THE PET SITTER - streaming FREE on ArieScope.com or the ArieScope YouTube channel!

Ep 593: Michael Felker Oct 14, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Michael Felker (THINGS WILL BE DIFFERENT) joins Adam and Joe in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his career journey and his directorial debut. From the films of 1999 that injected him with the filmmaking bug… to his experience at FSU and his first few assistant jobs working within the industry… to turning his gig as a “tape logger” for huge studio productions into his own version of film school… to the Production Assistant experience that changed his entire outlook on filmmaking… to his work as an editor on V/H/S VIRAL and his extensive working relationship editing films for friends of THE MOVIE CRYPT Justin Benson & Aaron Moorhead (Episode 209) like THE ENDLESS, SYNCHRONIC, and SOMETHING IN THE DIRT… to the process of writing and developing his time traveling mind bender THINGS WILL BE DIFFERENT (in theaters now and available On-Demand soon)… and the massive wrench that got thrown into his production at the very start of photography and the extremely creative way that he pivoted to overcome the obstacle… Michael’s story is as technically fascinating as it is inspiring.

Also, Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker who’s project suddenly fell apart, the group discusses some of their unexpectedly pivotal moments at the cinema, and Michael shares why diligent pre-production and keeping the scope of a film within your available resources is so important to the success of an indie film.

Ep 592: Lauren LaVera Oct 07, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Actress Lauren LaVera (TERRIFIER 2 & 3) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career journey and the making of TERRIFIER 3 which opens in US theaters this weekend! From growing up loving Lucille Ball and watching horror films with her family… to the movie that (ironically) made her afraid of clowns… to feeling like a bullied nerd in high school due to her intense focus on her grades… to becoming an optician selling high-end glasses before a family member’s death made her reassess her safe choice of a career and fully go after acting… to why horror conventions played such a pivotal role in making fans aware of the TERRIFIER series and “Art the Clown”… to still suffering from “imposter syndrome” at appearances… to how her 20 years practicing martial arts helped prepare her not only physically but mentally for her role as “Sienna” in the TERRIFIER series… to what a huge difference having a decent budget made on the production process for TERRIFIER 3 and the grossest gore effect that she had to personally be involved with… to the many previous “final girl” characters that she draws inspiration from… to working with Mike Flanagan on his new film LIFE OF CHUCK and the fight she got into with her hotel room shower at Silver Scream Con last month… there’s a good reason why Lauren is currently the reigning champ of scream queens!

Also, Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker considering abandoning his dream, Joe and Lauren debate who sweats more on set, and Lauren gives some of the best advice for not giving up that you’ll hear this year.

Ep 591: Allan Arkush Sep 30, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Allan Arkush (ROCK ’N’ ROLL HIGH SCHOOL, DEATHSPORT, CADDYSHACK II, GET CRAZY, HEROES, ALLY MCBEAL, MOONLIGHTING, DAWSON’S CREEK) joins Adam and Joe in the ArieScope studio to discuss his long and incredible career. From his humble beginnings working for the great Roger Corman and the lifelong friendship he formed with Joe Dante (GREMLINS)… to screening movies with the Jerry Garcia… to having a projectionist literally close the curtains in the middle of his test screening for 1978’s DEATHSPORT… to his first major studio directing gig working with the legendary Andy Kaufman on 1981’s HEARTBEEPS… to how his early years working at the Fillmore East lead to his 1983 film GET CRAZY… to making the move into directing television and music videos… to the difficult time he had making CADDYSHACK II… to his prolific success directing episodes of FAME, ST. ELSEWHERE, MOONLIGHTING, ALLY MCBEAL, HEROES, NASHVILLE, and more… Allan candidly shares some of his most amazing stories, triumphs, and struggles over the course of this riveting 2 hour conversation.

Also, the group does their best to provide “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker struggling with self doubt, Adam passes on “Donna” several times, and Allan attends a Christmas party to remember at Mick Jagger’s house!

Ep 590: Bob Murawski Sep 23, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Academy Award winning editor Bob Murawski (ARMY OF DARKNESS, SPIDER-MAN 2, THE FIRST OMEN, HURT LOCKER) joins Adam and Joe to discuss his career journey. From his beginnings in Michigan and the connection that led to him working with Sam Raimi for decades… to how he was able to sneak in a shot from a Lucio Fulci film into one of the most famous superhero movies ever made… to transitioning from film to video editing on ARMY OF DARKNESS… to his crazy stories working with John Woo on HARD TARGET… to editing and completing Orson Welles’ final film… to starting Grindhouse Releasing with the late Sage Stallone… to the nightmare of sorting through 1000’s of hours of footage for HURT LOCKER (which he edited with his wife Chris) and what it was like winning an Oscar….this super-sized episode is filled with geek-tastic anecdotes and plenty of industry advice from a true hero of cinema!

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for an artist looking for advice on how to stay on track creatively and Bob even gives Joe some notes on SUITABLE FLESH!

Interested in Bob’s Grindhouse Releasing? Check out the official website and ALL of the amazing titles they have to offer at: www.grindhousereleasing.com

Ep 589: Greg Jardin Sep 16, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Greg Jardin (IT’S WHAT’S INSIDE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey and the making of his debut feature film. From the films that inspired him to become a filmmaker and his FSU film school experience… to how his thesis film lead to him getting representation in Hollywood and what those first few years in LA were actually like for him… to how he had the tenacity to keep moving forward making short form content and promos for almost 10 years while the various feature projects he was excited about stalled out or disappeared… to how he wrote and put together his team for IT’S WHAT’S INSIDE and how he pulled off such an ambitious and confidently directed/edited film with limited time and resources… to the various artistic and technical choices he made that kept such a complicated body swapping story so easy and fun for the audience to follow… to the film’s triumphant Sundance debut that garnered a HUGE Netflix sale heard ‘round the industry… Greg’s incredible story is one that we know you’ll find massively inspiring and IT’S WHAT’S INSIDE (available on Netflix October 4th) will undoubtedly blow you away!

Ep 588: Adam MacDonald Sep 09, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Adam MacDonald (BACKCOUNTRY, PYEWACKET, SLASHER) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss the making of his new feature OUT COME THE WOLVES (in theaters now). From the genesis of the “third wheel” concept and the collaborative development that became the OUT COME THE WOLVES screenplay… to the importance of having three dimensional characters in order to make the thrills actually matter… to how the film’s sound design was crafted and how he used selective focus to create tension and dread… to what it was like meeting the film’s wolves for the first time… to how bringing crew members that he worked with on the TV series SLASHER helped him pull off the film on a mere 16 day shoot… to how he became the voice of “John Carver” in Eli Roth’s THANKSGIVING… Adam takes us deep into the woods and deep behind the scenes of his new survival thriller.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener who feels like he is watching his kids grow up too fast and the two Adams geek out hard about their experiences working with wolves.

Ep 587: Austin Peters Sep 02, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Austin Peters (SKINCARE - in theaters now) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his career journey. From growing up with parents working in the industry and finding his own love for filmmaking… to making low budget music videos for friends’ bands… to where the concept for SKINCARE came from and how the project was put together… to working with an all-star cast (Elizabeth Banks, Nathan Fillion, Lewis Pullman, and more) in his debut feature film… to the challenges of shooting “Hollywood for Hollywood”… to the art of the perfect needle drop and the importance of pre-production… Austin’s debut brings a thrilling and satirical edge to manufactured beauty and the wellness industry in the City of Angels!

Ep 586: Damian Mc Carthy Aug 26, 2024

Filmmaker Damian Mc Carthy (ODDITY, CAVEAT) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey and the making of his new feature ODDITY. From the films that scared him and inspired him to become a storyteller of his own… to writing and directing his own short films for the last 2 decades… to how he put together his terrific first feature film (CAVEAT) which had the unfortunate timing of being released right at the height of the global pandemic… to how he buckled down and wrote three new scripts while the rest of the world was shut down and learning how to bake bread or binging TV shows… to how he crafted his screenplay for ODDITY to contain so many genuine scares in a single location setting… to how storyboarding helped him achieve such evocative frames of fear on a tight timeline… to the design of the film’s signature “screaming statue”… to what it was like directing one actor playing two roles… to ODDITY’s triumphant win of the “Midnighter Award” at South By South West… to the film’s theatrical release (it’s in theaters now!)… Damian has crafted a ghastly chiller that hits all the right notes!

Also, Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a writer trying to get their screenplays in front of the right people.

Ep 585: Allie Goertz Aug 19, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Writer, musician, comedian Allie Goertz (MAD MAGAZINE, EVERYTHING’S COMING UP SIMPSONS PODCAST) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss her career journey and the making of her new album of NINE INCH NAILS covers “Peeled Back” (now available). From singing an original song on “Chat Roulette” about comedians she liked and finding that song suddenly being acknowledged by many of those same comedians… to how she met her co-host and started the EVERYTHING’S COMING UP SIMPSONS PODCAST… to how previous MOVIE CRYPT guest Thomas Lennon (RENO 911) helped push her be considered for the job of editor of MAD MAGAZINE… to how she discovered her love for NINE INCH NAILS and the two year process she went through bringing her album of NIN covers “Peeled Back” to life… to co-directing the music videos that accompany her album… Allie has had one of the most unique career stories we’ve heard yet!

Also - Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a writer dealing with a case of the self-doubts, the boys debate their favorite Disney movies, and Allie shares some of her new music!

Ep 584: Marcus Dunstan Returns Aug 12, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Writer and Director Marcus Dunstan (FEAST, FEAST 2, SAW IV, SAW V, SAW VI, SAW 3D, THE COLLECTOR, THE COLLECTION, THE NEIGHBOR, SCARY STORIES TO TELL IN THE DARK) makes his triumphant return to THE MOVIE CRYPT to discuss the making of his latest film #AMFAD: ALL MY FRIENDS ARE DEAD (in theaters and available on VOD now). From rolling with the changes that Hollywood has undergone over the last decade and surviving through the pandemic and strikes… to how he got involved with #AMFAD… to how he pulled off the film on such extremely tight resources (the initial production schedule was just 12 days!)… to how he found a way to solve some of the craziest hurdles he faced… to the film’s world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival… to BREAKING NEWS about the status of a new COLLECTOR film which Marcus received just minutes before this recording… to a discussion about which films each of the guys would remake if given the chance (and who they would cast)… to why leaning on fellow filmmakers for support and encouragement is such a pivotal part of staying sane in the business… to everyone’s favorite X-FILES episode and SO much more… this extremely uplifting conversation is just what you need to hear this week and the perfect example why Marcus is one of our favorite people in the known universe.

Ep 583: Alice Maio Mackay Aug 05, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Alice Maio Mackay (SO VAM, T-BLOCKERS, SATRANIC PANIC) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career journey so far. From the films and TV series that inspired her cinematic expression… to directing a Stephen King dollar baby when she was just 14… to her evolution from shorts to features… to making her first features during the pandemic and the challenges of working with limited resources… to the making of her latest feature- the forthcoming CARNAGE FOR CHRISTMAS (which she collaborated on with fellow filmmaker and previous MOVIE CRYPT guest Vera Drew of THE PEOPLE’S JOKER fame)… to how her filmmaking helped her through her own personal transition period… at just 19 years old Alice has already made an impressive collection of films and she’s just getting warmed up!

Ep 582: Ward Roberts Jul 29, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker/actor Ward Roberts (THE NICE GUYS, DUST-UP, WESTWORLD, CHILLERAMA, LITTLE BIG TOP) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to share his career journey. From growing up in “the carnival capitol of the United States”… to making the decision to leave Indiana and chase his Hollywood dreams… to working on both sides of the screen as both an actor in film & TV and a director (DUST-UP and the Sid Haig-starring LITTLE BIG TOP)… to his memorable turn as the expletive-spewing, ocular-cavity humping older brother in Joe’s CHILLERAMA segment (“Zom-B-Movie”) where he met future collaborators Bear McCreary & Richard Riehle… to the trials of being an actor in Los Angeles… to the 4 years that it took to make his new feature (the iPhone-filmed INVADERS FROM PROXIMA-B which is now available on VOD)… to directing his daughter in a scene-stealing turn… and why he continues to work with long time collaborators like fellow filmmaker Travis Betz (JOSHUA) and casting director Annie Roberts… Ward is one of the family to us.

Ep 581: Philippe Mora Jul 22, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Philippe Mora (THE BEAST WITHIN, MAD DOG MORGAN, HOWLING II: …YOUR SISTER IS A WEREWOLF, HOWLING III, COMMUNION) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope studio to discuss his long and incredible career. Born in France and raised in Australia, Mora’s artistic journey has been so remarkable that you need to hear it to believe it!

From being the godson of legendary mime performer Marcel Marceau (also known as “Bip the Clown”)… to becoming roommates with a VERY famous rock star who would wind up helping to finance his first feature film… to hiring an actual crazy person to play a crazy person in his debut feature TROUBLE IN MOLOPOLIS (1969)… to how “steak tartare” helped get him his first American directing gig… to the very famous sci-fi costumes that mistakenly showed up on the set of HOWLING II and wound up being used in the film… Mora’s story is one of the most fascinating, hilarious, and inspiring that we’ve heard in over 11 years of this weekly podcast so far. You’re going to absolutely LOVE this conversation!

Ep 580: Ariel Vida Jul 15, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Ariel Vida (TRIM SEASON, VIDE NOIR) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss her career journey. From seeing Peter Jackson’s LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy as a 10 year old child and realizing she wanted to become a filmmaker… to starting out as a Production Designer right out of school and designing more productions than she can count from commercials, short films, music videos, and feature films like THE ENDLESS, SOMETHING IN THE DIRT, SYNCHRONIC, and V/H/S/85… to stepping into the director’s chair on various shorts and music videos before helming her feature film VIDE NOIR and TRIM SEASON (out now!)… to the challenges of being an in-demand working Production Designer while trying to focus on her own films… to picking the perfect location for TRIM SEASON and the challenges she faced on the shoot… to what it was like to have her own film recently playing opposite a LORD OF THE RINGS screening… Ariel’s path has been as unique as the stories she is telling.

Ep 579: The Blair Witch Roundtable Jul 08, 2024

In July of 1999 they were a crucial part of a film that lit up the box office, challenged the rules of conventional story telling, and impacted culture all over the world. 25 years later their true story is told. THE MOVIE CRYPT’s special roundtable series continues with this fascinating, heartbreaking, and inspiring conversation with actors Joshua Leonard and Michael Williams from THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT - one of the most profitable indie films ever made. Though this roundtable was originally being developed to discuss the taboo subject of “Hollywood Accounting,” the focus sharpened after Adam Green found himself at a front row seat to a very candid, honest and private conversation between the BLAIR WITCH cast and co-director Eduardo Sanchez last March in Cincinnati. Shortly after that night, actor Joshua Leonard came to the decision to speak up publicly on social media for the first time about what the experience of being such a significant part of THE BLAIR WITCH phenomenon has REALLY been like.

For 11+ years of doing this weekly podcast you’ve likely heard the phrase “unless your film makes BLAIR WITCH money you’ll never see the backend that you’ve earned” at least a dozen times or more. This conversation shatters that myth and peels back the curtain on a system that is in need of more transparency and fairness.

As with all of our special roundtable episodes, this episode is being released publicly in its entirety. Read Joshua Leonard, Michael Williams, and Heather Donahue’s interview with VARIETY here: https://variety.com/2024/film/news/blair-witch-project-cast-robbed-financial-success-1236033647/

Ep 578: Chris Nash Jul 01, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Chris Nash (IN A VIOLENT NATURE, ABC’S OF DEATH 2) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his career journey. From his fascination with art and FX work as a child growing up in Canada… to the horror films that he admires most… to working at an actual FX shop thanks to the encouragement of previous MOVIE CRYPT guest Steve Kostanski (PSYCHO GORMAN)… to providing make-up FX for countless other productions… to the writing of his subversive/experimental horror film IN A VIOLENT NATURE which focuses mainly on the slasher himself instead of on the characters trying to survive… to the film’s challenging shoot (and re-shoots)… to designing and planning for the film’s many gruesome kills by leaning on his many years of FX artist experience… to where the concept of “Johnny’s” awesome mask came from… to his bold choice to not use score in the film… to NATURE’s Sundance world premiere and the various audience responses from screenings since… Chris is a terrific example of an artist making waves by creating the kind of film HE wants to see instead of trying to chase current market trends.

Ep 577: J.D. Lifshitz Jun 24, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Producer J.D. Lifshitz (BARBARIAN, FIRESTARTER, THE VIGIL, WRATH OF BECKY) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his career journey. From the movies that inspired him as a child and set his heart on a career in the movie business… to making his first movie in 7th grade (and putting a New Line Cinema logo on it)… to becoming a Hollywood history buff by reading, watching, and teaching himself who all of the players were and then reaching out to every filmmaker and executive he admired so that he could start learning the ropes as a teenager… to retaining his drive and ambition through thick and thin and always pressing onward and upward… to why he believes that a healthy level of delusion and ignorance served him so well… to the pivotal moment when he and his business partner made the decision to stop chasing the market and start making the movies they themselves sincerely wanted to see… to producing a string of terrific movies like THE VIGIL, BECKY, BARBARIAN, and more… to the first time seeing one of his films with the New Line Cinema logo officially on it... the fact that J.D. has already accomplished so much through sheer will and uncompromising tenacity will remind you that your dreams are attainable, too.

Ep 576: VC Dupree Jun 17, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor Vincent Craig Dupree (FRIDAY THE 13TH PART 8, SOUTH CENTRAL) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to share his career journey. From being discovered at his first ever audition by legendary filmmaker Stanley Kramer (GUESS WHO’S COMING TO DINNER, THE DEFIANT ONES)… to literally walking around Los Angeles and dropping off his headshot at every agency he could find along the way… to acting in commercials and booking various television roles on shows like KNIGHT RIDER, A DIFFERENT WORLD, PARADISE, and FREDDY’S NIGHTMARES… to his starring role as “Julius” the boxer in FRIDAY THE 13TH PART 8: JASON TAKES MANHATTAN (a film he didn’t even realize he was starring in until another cast member told him at the airport before his flight to set!)… to his role as “Loco” in SOUTH CENTRAL… to making the decision to step away from the industry for a bit and make raising his son his one and only priority… to the huge commercial campaign he’s been starring in for the last 3 years… to appearing at genre conventions and beyond… VC has always stuck to his principles and kept his head squarely on his shoulders. (Well, except for that one time on a rooftop in Manhattan!)

Ep 575: Jim Cummings Jun 10, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker and actor Jim Cummings (THE WOLF OF SNOW HOLLOW, THUNDER ROAD, THE BETA TEST, HALLOWEEN KILLS, BARRY) joins Adam and Joe in the ArieScope studio to share his career journey. From the disastrous screening that lead to him stepping away from directing for several years and the moment that a submerged shopping cart helped him realize that he’d never make a boring movie again… to why so much of writing is actually not writing… to making up for the gap in sex in modern cinema and why he doesn’t hold back on sex or violence artistically… to why he prefers long takes in his story telling… to shooting during the period where the WGA and the agencies were in a stand-off over “agency project packaging”… to meeting his entertainment heroes… to what it was like facing off with “Michael Myers” and whether or not he was really scared… to his OPPENHEIMER audition… to his positive experiences with crowd funding projects… to working on BARRY… making his hilarious new short film IS NOW A GOD TIME? (world premiering at Tribeca) and the joys of making shorts… Jim gets extremely candid and honest about his Hollywood experience.

Dr Arwen provides a short but sweet “Hollywood Therapy” session for a fan who has fallen in love with horror conventions, Adam and Joe steal and eat a famous director’s candy, and the group discusses whether or not a disconnect exists between the industry the media and the audience.

Ep 574: Diane Foster Jun 03, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Diane Foster (IOWA, VEROTIKA) joins Adam, Joe, Arwen, and the ArieScope Fluffle to discuss her career journey and the making of her holiday-themed horror flick EASTER BLOODY EASTER. From making the move from New Jersey to Hollywood… to becoming an original dancer for The Pussycat Dolls… to producing a festival darling that premiered at Tribeca… to working with her film family, gigantic jackalopes, demonic bunnies, and gallons of gore on EASTER BLOODY EASTER… to her experience on Glenn Danzig’s VEROTIKA… this conversation is a fun-filled basket of Movie Crypt goodness with a positive message of sisterhood and some gore to boot!

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Again, this month you don't need to be a member of the MCL Patreon Tier to access the link and enjoy the LIVE show this month!

Ep 573: Sebastien Vanicek May 27, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Sebastian Vanicek (INFESTED) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey and the making of his first feature film. From making short films… to how Netflix fully funded the film… to why Ridley Scott was such a big influence on him… to the advantage of shooting widescreen for such a “vertical” film… to shooting in a real apartment complex and working with actors big and small… to how he approaches scares and tension on a budget… to INFESTED’s world premiere at the Venice film festival… to the excitement of getting a “Stephen King Tweet” about his film… to gearing up for his next feature (part of the EVIL DEAD series)… Sebastien is making quite an impact right out of the gate!

Ep 572: Alex Lebovici May 20, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Producer Alex Lebovici (BILL & TED FACE THE MUSIC, BARBARIAN, BOY KILLS WORLD) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope studio to share his career journey. From getting arrested shooting a short film as a kid growing up in Canada… to being rejected from every film school in Canada for having bad grades… to attending the NY Film Academy in Los Angeles where he was assigned to make 2 short films but instead made 12… to losing his visa and having to go back to Canada… to making the decision to learn the business side of things as a way to work his way back to Hollywood… to the unlikely business he started that provided him with the skills and resources he needed to become a producer… to his triumphant return to Hollywood where he made 21 movies over the next 10 years… to the absolute nightmare situation he went through while producing 2020’s BILL & TED FACE THE MUSIC and the importance of remaining persistent and never giving up no matter what goes wrong… Alex provides a crash course in inspiration that will have anyone who is feeling beaten down ready to get back up and into the fight!

Ep 571: Renny Harlin May 13, 2024

Filmmaker Renny Harlin (NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 4, DIE HARD 2, CLIFFHANGER, DEEP BLUE SEA, THE LONG KISS GOODNIGHT, DRIVEN, EXORCIST: THE BEGINNING) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his long and incredible career journey. From growing up in Finland and sneaking into restricted films underage… to watching a scene being filmed for Don Siegel’s TELEFON (1977) as a child and deciding in that moment that he was going to become a Hollywood action director… to how shooting just a part of his debut feature BORN AMERICAN (1986) lead to a US production company fully financing the rest of the production… to his early days being broke and struggling in Hollywood while living in a friend’s garage… to how casting Kane Hodder in his first role as a creature character in 1987’s PRISON lead to John Carl Buechler casting Kane as “Jason Voorhees” one year later… to making A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 4: THE DREAM MASTER and how he came up with and shot the film’s amazing opening sequence… to the unfortunate timing of 1990’s THE ADVENTURES OF FIRD FAIRLANE which was released right as the cultural backlash began against comedian/star Andrew Dice Clay and how the film has surprisingly gone on to become one of his most beloved… to working with Sylvester Stallone on 1993’s CLIFFHANGER… to creating one of the most memorable moments in cinema while shooting 1999’s DEEP BLUE SEA… to making his latest feature THE STRANGERS: CHAPTER 1 (in theaters this weekend!) as part of a trilogy that was shot all at once… to the real reason he has yet to attend a DGA social event… Renny candidly opens up in this phenomenal conversation that is filled with cinema anecdotes, filmmaking advice and loads of inspiration.

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Ep 570: Francis Galluppi May 06, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Francis Galluppi (THE LAST STOP IN YUMA COUNTY) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey and the making of his debut feature. From playing drums in punk bands before a broken wrist found him with 6 months off and time on his hands to teach himself how to make movies through watching YouTube tutorials… to his musical approach to his filmmaking craft… to the crazy story of how his short film playing at a horror convention lead to him raising the financing for YUMA (in theaters and available on digital May 10th)… to writing the film’s script based around the locations and resources he knew he could get… to how accepting an offer to option his script almost prevented his film from ever getting made… to how he shot in a commonly used location yet made it appear unique… and how he was able to put such an incredible cast together on such a limited budget… Francis’ success story will surely inspire every aspiring filmmaker that hears it! The boys also reflect on the 11th anniversary of THE MOVIE CRYPT which premiered on May 6, 2013.

Meet Adam Green, Kane Hodder, and Danielle Harris at TEXAS FRIGHTMARE in Irving, TX May 17th - 19th where they will be doing the first ever HATCHET photo-op including Kane and Danielle in costume!

Adam, Kane, and Tony Todd will also be appearing at MONSTERPALOOZA in Pasadena, CA May 31st - June 2nd where creatures from the ArieScope Studio will be on display in the convention’s museum!

Ep 569: Greg Longstreet Apr 29, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Hollywood publicist Greg Longstreet joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss the craft of publicity in the modern age. From a child growing up on the “mean streets” of Malibu… to his own long-running family connection to the entertainment business… to working as an actor and screenwriter before finding his voice in the world of publicity… to which artists and films he seeks out to work with and why… to working with the likes of Edgar Wright, Rob Savage, Shane Black and even THE MOVIE CRYPT’s own Joe Lynch on 2023’s SUITABLE FLESH… to how he shapes a narrative to help gain an artist or project maximum exposure… this fascinating and diatribe-filled discussion includes terrific advice for filmmakers on when the time is right to get a publicist!

Ep 568: Cameron and Colin Cairnes Apr 22, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmakers Cameron and Colin Cairnes (LATE NIGHT WITH THE DEVIL, 100 BLOODY ACRES) join Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss their career journey and the making of their new hit film. From growing up in Australia in the 80’s as fans of cinema and the movies that inspired them to pursue a career in filmmaking… to the late night talk shows, hosts, and famous moments in television that inspired their script for LATE NIGHT WITH THE DEVIL… to the challenges they faced crafting a story set entirely in one location and implementing a “found footage/documentary” style… to the various technical nuances and camera tricks they used to present the film in as realistic a way as possible… to how they work together as both brothers and filmmakers… to the social media backlash the duo faced over using A.I. technology to generate a few of the film’s graphics (and WHEN that decision was actually made)… Cameron and Colin take us deep behind the scenes of one of the year’s most talked about horror films and their devilish late night journey together.

Meet Adam Green at Texas Frightmare Weekend in Irvine, TX May 17th - 19th where he’ll be appearing alongside Kane Hodder, Danielle Harris, and FX artist Robert Pendergraft from the HATCHET franchise and offering the first ever “Victor Crowley” photo op! Visit www.TexasFrightmareWeekend.com for details.

Ep 567: Michael Mohan Apr 15, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Michael Mohan (IMMACULATE, THE VOYEURS, EVERYTHING SUCKS) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey and the making of his hit new horror film IMMACULATE (in theaters now). From seeing BACK TO THE FUTURE as a child and how the film set him on his journey of becoming a filmmaker… to going to Chapman for film studies and the indie films that made the impossible dream of becoming a filmmaker seem possible for him… to shooting and editing short films and scenes for actor friends in need of “tape” for their reels… to his trials and tribulations working on various film and television projects on his way to his first feature… to what it’s been like working with actress Sydney Sweeney on multiple projects… to how he convinced the IMMACULATE producers to hire him with an extensive pitch deck… to some completely coincidental similarities that IMMACULATE shares with a certain other “neo-Nunsploitation” horror film that’s currently in theaters… to his great advice on not relying only on sustainable gigs… and how he created IMMACULATE’s incredible final shot… Mohan is certainly having an amazing moment and deservedly so!

Also… Adam gets Sea Monkeys again after a traumatic first experience with them as a child, the group shares the first CD’s they ever bought, Joe and Michael explain their philosophy on using Letterboxd, and Adam reveals his biggest personal issue with the theatrical poster for his 2010 film FROZEN in this terrifically candid conversation between three filmmakers.

Meet Adam Green, Kane Hodder, and Felissa Rose from the HATCHET franchise next weekend (April 19th - 21st) at New Jersey Horror Con in Edison, NJ! For more upcoming 2024 appearances visit www.ariescope.com

Ep 566: Vera Drew Apr 08, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Vera Drew (THE PEOPLE’S JOKER) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss her career journey and the making of her debut feature THE PEOPLE’S JOKER - in theaters now! From her work with Second City in college and her love of performing live comedy… to her first internship working with the amazing Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim… to going on to editing on show’s like Sacha Baron Cohen’s WHO IS AMERICA, TIM AND ERIC’S BEDTIME STORES, COMEDY BANG BANG, and I THINK YOU SHOULD LEAVE… to the moment that she realized it was time to move on and do her own thing… to how she came to the decision to tell her deeply personal story in the form of THE PEOPLE’S JOKER - a queer coming of age movie that parodies the characters of DC comics… to how she pulled off such a technically complex production while simultaneously feeling she was physically coming apart herself… to her film’s triumphant premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival and the legalities that followed which ALMOST set the film back… to the pros and cons of crowd funding and the delicate balance of managing a team of uniquely different visual artists… Vera truly opens up in this inspiring conversation that is both comical and touching.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker trying to cope with the anxiety of directing, Vera gives sound advice on what to consider before going the “parody” or “fair use” route with a project, and Adam finally confronts Joe over an issue he’s had with him for years.

Meet Adam and Joe THIS WEEKEND at ASTRONOMICON in Livonia, MI (April 12th - 14th)! Adam will also be appearing at NEW JERSEY HORROR CON in Edison, NJ (April 19 - 21), TEXAS FRIGHTMARE WEEKEND in Irving, TX (May 17 - 19), MONSTERPALOOZA in Pasadena, CA (May 31 - June 2), and SCAREFEST in Lexington, KY (Oct 18 - 20)! More appearances for 2024 TBA!

Ep 565: Jonathan Lipnicki Apr 01, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor and producer Jonathan Lipnicki (JERRY MAGUIRE, STUART LITTLE, THE LITTLE VAMPIRE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey.

From his start as a child star in JERRY MAGUIRE, THE LITTLE VAMPIRE and LIKE MIKE… to what it was like working opposite a CG mouse in the STUART LITTLE films… to why he credits his parents for how he remained grounded and avoided the dark side of childhood stardom… to continuing to consistently act on both stage and screen as he grew up… to why he made the decision to move out of Los Angeles… to more recently working as a producer… to the making of his latest slasher feature CAMP PLEASANT LAKE (now available)… Jonathan is full of great advice on how to remain proactive and how to find happiness in both your craft and your real life.

Meet Adam and Joe NEXT weekend at ASTRONOMICON in Livonia, MI (April 12th - 14th)! Adam will also be appearing at NEW JERSEY HORROR CON in Edison, NJ (April 19 - 21), TEXAS FRIGHTMARE WEEKEND in Irving, TX (May 17 - 19), MONSTERPALOOZA in Pasadena, CA (May 31 - June 2), and SCAREFEST in Lexington, KY (Oct 18 - 20)! More appearances for 2024 TBA!

Ep 564: Weston Razooli Mar 25, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Weston Razooli (RIDDLE OF FIRE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss the making of his debut feature film which is currently playing in US theaters. From the films that influenced the young filmmaker before art school beckoned him… to how he cast the kids as the leads in his bespoke quest… to how he got his cast and crew on board with the style of the world he was creating… to shooting on Super 16mm and why he almost pulled the plug on the film just a few days in to shooting… to what it took to get a music cue from one of the most infamous horror films of the 70’s… to RIDDLE OF FIRE’s amazing world premiere at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival… Weston’s debut film is one of the most unique cinematic experiences of the year and this conversation is all that and a plate full of blow pops!

Meet Adam and Joe at ASTRONOMICON in Livonia, MI April 12th - 14th! Adam will also be appearing at NEW JERSEY HORROR CON in Edison, NJ (April 19 - 21), TEXAS FRIGHTMARE WEEKEND in Irving, TX (May 17 - 19), MONSTERPALOOZA in Pasadena, CA (May 31 - June 2), and SCAREFEST in Lexington, KY (Oct 18 - 20)! More appearances for 2024 TBA!

Ep 563: Dave Parker Returns Mar 18, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Dave Parker (THE HILLS RUN RED, TALES OF HALLOWEEN, PUPPET MASTER: DOKTOR DEATH, IT WATCHES) returns to THE MOVIE CRYPT to discuss the making of his latest film YOU SHOULDN’T HAVE LET ME IN (now playing on Tubi). From the whirlwind process of being hired to direct the project and immediately shipping off to Italy… to the supposedly “haunted” villa that much of the film was shot in and filming in a real underground tomb… to the challenges and the joys of helming a film as a “work for hire” while still finding ways to creatively make it your own… to the secrets for winning over a new crew… to returning to work with the great Charlie Band and directing PUPPET MASTER: DOKTOR DEATH (2022)… to how to stretch a production’s extremely limited resources to create the best possible film… to why editing experience can be so crucial to directing… Dave’s experiences from the last several years are an inspiring lesson on how to hang in there when it feels like things aren’t going the way you want it to and just how quickly the tide can change.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker who is working crew jobs while looking to prepare for the moment when he steps into the director’s chair, Dave dishes on the food in Italy, and the group nerds out on the 2024 Oscars and the movies they’ve been digging.

Check out Dave’s first MOVIE CRYPT appearance way back on episode 19 in the “Classic Crypt” tier on www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt

Meet Adam NEXT weekend (March 22 - 24) at HORRORHOUND WEEKEND in Cincinnati, OH when he appears along with HATCHET franchise stars Kane Hodder, Joel David Moore, Joshua Leonard, and Zach Galligan! Meet Adam and Joe together at ASTRONOMICON in Livonia, MI April 12th - 14th! Adam will also be appearing at NEW JERSEY HORROR CON in Edison, NJ (April 19 - 21), and TEXAS FRIGHTMARE WEEKEND in Irving, TX (May 17 - 19)! More appearances for 2024 to be announced soon!

Ep 562: Jeff Wadlow Mar 11, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Jeff Wadlow (IMAGINARY, CRY WOLF, KICK-ASS 2, NEVER BACK DOWN, TRUTH OR DARE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his career. From his amazing story working on Michael Bay’s PEARL HARBOR… to winning the 2002 Chrysler Million Dollar Film Festival and getting his first feature (CRY WOLF) made… to how he got the gig directing NEVER BACK DOWN against all odds… to his long career writing and directing for both features and television… to his experience making KICK-ASS and the making of his latest film IMAGINARY (in theaters now)… Jeff’s career journey is as exciting to hear about as it has been to watch over the last two decades!

Meet Adam and Joe at ASTRONOMICON in Livonia, MI April 12th - 14th! Adam will also be appearing at HORRORHOUND WEEKEND in Cincinnati, OH (March 22- 24), NEW JERSEY HORROR CON in Edison, NJ (April 19 - 21), and TEXAS FRIGHTMARE WEEKEND in Irving, TX (May 17 - 19)! More appearances for 2024 to be announced soon!

Ep 561: Eshom and Ian Nelms Mar 04, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmakers Eshom and Ian Nelms (RED RIGHT HAND, SMALL TOWN CRIME, FATMAN) join Adam, Joe, and Arwen to share their career journey. From a fateful car accident that lead to the purchase of their first camera… to making the move to LA and working at Arclight Hollywood… to their detailed writing and directing process working together as brothers… to the making of their very first short film SQUIRREL TRAP and their triumphant first festival screening (for only 20 people)… to learning early on how to deal with criticism and public opinion… to how they navigate the casting process… to their bold decision to cast Mel Gibson as “Chris Cringle” in their brilliant 2020 action/comedy FATMAN… and a deep dive into the making of their latest film RED RIGHT HAND (in theaters now)… Eshom and Ian will inspire any aspiring filmmaker out there to stop waiting for permission and just go for it!

Meet Adam and Joe at ASTRONOMICON in Livonia, MI April 12th - 14th! Adam will also be appearing at HORRORHOUND WEEKEND in Cincinnati, OH (March 22- 24), NEW JERSEY HORROR CON in Edison, NJ (April 19 - 21), and TEXAS FRIGHTMARE WEEKEND in Irving, TX (May 17 - 19)! More appearances for 2024 to be announced soon!

Ep 560: Andrew Cumming Feb 26, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Andrew Cumming joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss the journey to making his debut feature film OUT OF DARKNESS (in theaters now). From starting out with commercials and shorts… to moving into directing episodic television series (RIVER CITY, CLIQUE, COLD FEET)… to getting the inspiration to make a horror/adventure set 45,000 years in the past… to working with his co-writers to create a new language for his characters to speak… to how he pulled off such an ambitious, gorgeously lensed film with limited time and resources… to how he managed to shoot in so many remote locations across Scotland… Andrew is full of great advice for other filmmakers on knowing what your “trailer moments” will be and the art of creating the proper creature shriek!

Meet Adam and Joe at ASTRONOMICON in Livonia, MI April 12th - 14th! Adam will also be appearing at HORRORHOUND WEEKEND in Cincinnati, OH (March 22- 24), NEW JERSEY HORROR CON in Edison, NJ (April 19 - 21), and TEXAS FRIGHTMARE WEEKEND in Irving, TX (May 17 - 19)! More appearances for 2024 to be announced soon!

Ep 559: Ted Geoghegan Returns Feb 19, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Ted Geoghegan (WE ARE STILL HERE, MOHAWK) returns to discuss his latest feature, the Saturn Award nominated BROOKLYN 45 with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From trying something completely different on the heels of his successful 2015 horror film WE ARE STILL HERE with his 2017 historical action drama MOHAWK… to the pride he takes in hearing from an indigenous elderly Mohawk man that his film was “the first time he ever saw a film in his native language”… to making his triumphant return to the horror genre with BROOKLYN 45 and working closely with his father (a US Air Force veteran) on the screenplay’s authenticity… to the benefits of shooting a contained story on a built set with fly away walls… to the incredible reception BROOKLYN 45 received after it’s world premiere at the South By South West film festival (it is currently available on SHUDDER and available to rent digital)… Ted returns 300 episodes later with a seasoned perspective and lots of great new stories!

Also, Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” to a listener who is growing tired of gratuitous cursing in so many modern TV series and films, Joe’s SUITABLE FLESH premieres on SHUDDER, and Adam announces 3 more conventions scheduled for March and April in his ever growing list of 2024 appearances.

Ep 558: Richard Elfman Feb 12, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker and musician Richard Elfman (FORBIDDEN ZONE, SHRUNKEN HEADS, MODERN VAMPIRES) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his career journey. From his humble upbringing in the most unlikely of towns… to how his love for the weird and wild took him around the world… to his part in the creation of THE KNIGHTS OF OINGO BOINGO (which then morphed into the famed 80’s rock band OINGO BOINGO)… to making his 1980 surreal classic FORBIDDEN ZONE… to jumping back into filmmaking after a long stint performing live music and writing for magazines… to working closely with his brother Danny Elfman as a composer on his films… to working with challenging budgets and winning over temperamental actors… to the making of his latest feature, the “Valentine Vampire” opus BLOODY BRIDGET (currently on the festival circuit)… to how he met his muse and BLOODY BRIDGET star Anastasia… Richard brings us on his fascinating 4+ decade ride through stage and screen!

Ep 557: Barnaby Clay Feb 05, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Barnaby Clay (THE SEEDING) joins Joe Lynch for an interview recorded in front of a LIVE audience at USC. From his years working in the commercial and music video world working with artists such as Rhianna, The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and Gnarls Barkley… to the 8 years that he spent developing the story that ultimately blossomed into his first feature narrative THE SEEDING (currently in theaters and available on VOD)… to the difficulties of shooting out in the desert… to what inspired the already notorious opening scene and the film’s world premiere at the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival… Barnaby details the long journey behind his feature film debut and even takes a few questions from the USC audience!

Ep 556: Lee Ving Jan 29, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Musician and actor Lee Ving (lead singer for FEAR, actor in FLASHDANCE, STREETS OF FIRE, CLUE, DUDES, NIGHTMARES) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his incredible career. From growing up in a working class family in Philadelphia, PA… to his many decades fronting L.A.’s seminal hardcore punk band FEAR… to the band’s legendary performance on Saturday Night Live in 1981 (arranged by the great John Belushi) that resulted in absolute mayhem… to what it was like making the transition to acting in feature films with FLASHDANCE (1983)… to his preferred approach to acting and what he feels makes a character feel real and not just like an actor playing a role… to his experience riding Harley’s and shooting Walter Hill’s STREETS OF FIRE… to working with director Penelope Spheeris - first as one of the subjects of her 1981 documentary THE DECLINE OF WESTERN CIVILIZATION and then as an actor in her 1987 film DUDES… to working with the all-star cast of Tim Curry, Madeline Kahn, Christopher Lloyd, Michael McKean, Leslie Ann Warren, and Eileen Brennan in 1985’s CLUE… Lee shares his journey living and performing under the lights of both the stage and screen for 50 years (so far)!

Ep 555: Josh Forbes Jan 22, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Josh Forbes (DESTROY ALL NEIGHBORS, CONTRACTED: PHASE 2) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his career journey. From honing his craft and making his mark as a music video and commercial director… to making the jump into feature films… to the difference between subversive bloody fun and b-movie shlock… to working with the great Jonah Ray (MST3K, VICTOR CROWLEY) in a leading man role and the amazing Alex Winter (THE LOST BOYS, BILL & TED’S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE) as an absolutely unrecognizable character under incredible make-up in DESTROY ALL NEIGHBORS… to how Josh made his creative choices on such a quirky film as a director who truly enjoys considering and trying the numerous ideas that such a talented cast excitedly comes to the project with… to why the decision was made to change “William Brown’s” artistic journey from that of a struggling cartoonist to that of a struggling prog rock musician… to how Josh and his make-up FX team pulled off such fantastical characters and elaborate effects sequences with the extremely limited time and resources of an indie budget and what it was like working with a diva swine… Josh pulls back the blood soaked and intestine splattered curtain on his latest feature opus! DESTROY ALL NEIGHBORS is currently playing in select theaters and streaming on SHUDDER.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a fellow podcaster facing a creative crossroads, Joe gets certified fresh, Adam gets clean as a whistle, and Chuckwagon returns in this fun and informative conversation.

Ep 554: Nick Shafir Jan 15, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Screenwriter Nick Shafir (I.S.S.) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his journey to becoming a working screenwriter with a film that’s currently playing in theaters all across the country. From a dyslexic aspiring writer living in New York City who discovered THE MOVIE CRYPT podcast back in 2014 and drew his own personal inspiration from it… to paying his dues at various jobs including being the writer’s assistant to the staff of a major network TV series where he was expected to fix toilets and once reprimanded for “walking too loud”… to selling his sci-fi screenplay I.S.S. during the pandemic and what it was like handing his baby off to a creative team and a production process that he wouldn’t be directly involved with from day to day… to why he believes it would be a disservice for an aspiring filmmaker to NOT go through both the wonderful highs and the soul crushing lows that accompany most every artist’s journey… to what it’s really like surviving for 6 months or more without a paycheck in sight yet not throwing in the towel and giving up on your dream… to how exactly Nick took his brilliant single location concept and crafted a complex character driven sci-fi thriller… to the research that he needed to do to believably write a story about scientists living on the space station… to the nonstop anxiety and constant self-doubt that an artist endures while hoping and praying that somehow someone somewhere will discover and recognize your talent… to the triumphant moment of having I.S.S. world premiere at the prestigious Tribeca film festival only to not even be allowed to step foot on the red carpet or talk about the movie due to the WGA strike… we’ve been waiting and waiting (and waiting) to share Nick’s story with you all and the time has finally come!

Also, Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a writer in search of tips on how to improve the dialogue in their screenplays which turns into a super in-depth 20 minute discussion on writing character’s with unique voices.

After a decade of watching his journey and rooting for him every step of the way… on January 5, 2024 Nick Shafir walked into the ArieScope Studio as an accomplished union screenwriter with a film on the eve of opening in theaters nationwide. He is a friend, a colleague, and now… a GUEST on THE MOVIE CRYPT podcast. We couldn’t possibly ask for a more inspiring way to be starting off 2024 than with this amazing 2-hour conversation!

Will YOU be the next Nick Shafir? Strap in, get to work, and hopefully we’ll see you here in our studio soon!

Ep 553: Heather Graham Jan 08, 2024

During THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 8th annual “Yorkiethon” last month, actress and filmmaker Heather Graham (BOOGIE NIGHTS, THE HANGOVER, SWINGERS, AUSTIN POWERS: THE SPY WHO SHAGGED ME, BOWFINGER) joined Adam, Joe, and Arwen LIVE to discuss working on her latest film- Joe Lynch’s SUITABLE FLESH (now available on digital and Blu-ray). From growing up as an insecure, brainy, drama geek who never thought of herself as pretty… to becoming an internationally famous actress and considered one of the most beautiful women in the world… to the films and actors that inspired her and made her fall in love with cinema… to playing the iconic role of “Rollergirl” in Paul Thomas Anderson’s BOOGIE NIGHTS and the lasting impact that the film has had on our culture… to what it was like working with Joe and playing multiple characters inhabiting the same body in SUITABLE FLESH… this conversation with Heather was an absolute blast and we were so lucky to have her join us for our annual benefit for Save A Yorkie Rescue!

Ep 552: 2023 Wrap Up Special Jan 01, 2024

PUBLIC VERSION. Happy New Year! Hosts Adam Green, Joe Lynch, and Arwen look back on the past year of MOVIE CRYPT episodes and highlight some of the films, TV shows, and books that they loved in 2023.

Need a New Year's resolution? Start enjoying the FULL version of every week's new episode by supporting this program for just $1 a month at www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt!

Ep 551: Eli Roth Dec 25, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Merry Christmas and happy belated Thanksgiving! Recorded LIVE during YORKIETHON 8 on December 10, 2023, filmmaker Eli Roth (CABIN FEVER, HOSTEL, THE GREEN INFERNO, THE HOUSE WITH A CLOCK IN ITS WALLS) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his craft and career journey. From the long gestating impetus for THANKSGIVING which started way back in his childhood… to the constant fear that all filmmakers share over someone else beating you to an idea… to the difficulties of making violent horror films while navigating the MPAA… to which gory gags Eli had to scale back on with his holiday slasher… to how the demise of physical media and the rise of streaming has drastically changed the business model of film financing… to the fun of creating a great misdirect and keeping your audience guessing on a killer’s identity… Eli candidly discusses how he creates his unique brand of fun and crowd pleasing horror.

Adam and Joe recap the enormous success that was YORKIETHON 8, Adam has a heart to heart about CABIN FEVER 2 with Eli that was 20 years in the making, the boys’ moms stop by to humiliate them, and Mrs. Green drops a major truth bomb about Adam’s personal life in this special 2.5 hour “Santa-size” holiday episode!

Ep 550: Travis Greene & Jonathan Buchanan Dec 18, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Director Travis Greene and writer Jonathan Buchanan (8 FOUND DEAD- currently available to rent or purchase digitally) join Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss the making of their award winning new feature. From the writing of 8 FOUND DEAD’s non-linear story and pushing back on the note to “unfold it” and tell the story in a more traditional order of events… to Travis risking it all by selling his house to finance the production and then finding himself renting a place that just so happened to be the perfect location to shoot the film… to the import role that Priscilla’s Gourmet Coffee Shop and their legendary Raspberry Mocha played in helping the film come to life… to blocking and staging a story in four separate but converging timelines… to how Jonathan’s years as a prop master and Travis’ years as an editor prepared them for producing their very own feature without getting caught up in the usual first-time producer pitfalls… to knowing when and when not to listen to test audiences’ opinions of early cuts even when they are filled with trusted friends… to going on to win “Best Feature” and “Best Director” at the 2022 ScreamFest in Los Angeles… we hope that this incredibly inspiring conversation helps push you to stop waiting for someone else’s permission and start making your dream a reality! Remember, ”if not now WHEN?” Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener who is about to move to the United States and who is looking for some tips about attending her very first horror convention, Adam has some advice for grumpy convention celebrities, and the boys joke about what a big success YORKIETHON 8 will be… several weeks before finding out just how successful it actually was! But more on that next week in our special Christmas episode!

Ep 549: RoboDoc Dec 11, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Documentary filmmakers Eastwood Allen and Chris Griffiths join Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss their epic 4-part documentary series ROBODOC: THE CREATION OF ROBOCOP. From how they got their start working on non-fiction documentaries about other films like HELLRAISER, FRIGHT NIGHT, and the IT mini-series… to why they felt the need to tell the story of how ROBOCOP was made… to how they didn’t get “RoboCop" himself (Peter Weller) to sit down for an interview until the very last minute and how his incredibly candid words brought ROBODOC to a whole different level… to what it’s like walking into Paul Verhoeven’s Malibu house for the first time… to the dying art of special features on physical media… to the trials and tribulations of funding a project like this through Kickstarter and what film they MAY do next (which made Joe VERY happy)… this super-sized episode will make you wish had 3 more parts to listen to!

Ep 548: The Adams Family Dec 04, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. The Adams Family of filmmakers - John Adams, Zelda Adams, and Toby Poser (HELLBENDER, WHERE THE DEVIL ROAMS, THE DEEPER YOU DIG) join Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss their journey as a filmmaking family! From making the decision to stop waiting for permission and start making films on their own… to the importance of practice and why trial and error is crucial if you’re going to learn how to do it yourself… to how they create their films in a way that makes the production possible to pull off WELL within their limited resources… to how they have been able to create professional, theatrical quality films with extremely low budgets (fancy sausage is the key!)… to the making of their latest feature WHERE THE DEVIL ROAMS… this conversation puts the value in family values!

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker having trouble letting go of a finished project and moving on to the next, the Adams Family shares why they are proud to be longtime MOVIE CRYPT Patreon members (we didn’t pay them to say it- really!), and the boys gear up for YORKIETHON 8 next weekend (12/8 - 12/10) on www.ArieScope.com!

Ep 547: Andrew Bowser Nov 27, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Andrew Bowser (WORM, JIMMY TUPPER VS THE GOATMAN OF BOWIE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss has his career journey and the making of his latest film ONYX THE FORTUITOUS AND THE TALISMAN OF SOULS. From learning and developing his filmmaking craft while working at companies like Nerdist (where he briefly worked with Adam and Joe on the SABER 3 short film) and while working on indies and other web content… to the decade he spent forming his (in)famous “Onyx” viral character on YouTube and other online platforms… to bringing ONYX THE FORTUITOUS AND THE TALISMAN OF SOULS (now available on Screambox) to life on the big screen with the help of friends and fans who contributed to the project’s kickstarter campaign… to creating a RE-ANIMATOR reunion (of sorts) by casting Barbara Crampton and Jeffrey Combs in the film… to ONYX’s triumphant Sundance world premiere and the arrival of one of 2023’s most celebrated genre efforts… this is a fun, inspiring and highly nerd-tactic dive into the mind of a true indie artist who isn’t afraid of making something a little more niche.

YORKIETHON 8 is less than 2 weeks away! Join Adam, Joe, and DOZENS of Arwen’s celebrity friends Friday December 8th through Sunday December 12th as they bring you live comedy, live music, live film commentaries, live interviews, Arwen’s Silent Auction, a live script reading of a never before seen/heard un-produced screenplay for a HUGE film franchise that you all know and love dearly, and much, much more! Watch the entire LIVE marathon FREE on ArieScope.com. THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 8th annual LIVE 3-day variety show to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue is always THE podcast event of the year! Trust us… you’re not gonna want to miss a single amazing minute of YORKIETHON 8!

While part of the fun of YORKIETHON is not knowing who will be appearing next or what will be happening on the show from hour to hour, if you want spoilers just follow @Arwen_Fn_Green on Twitter/X where she always gives loads of “bad hints” in the weeks leading up to the event!

Ep 546: Michael Kennedy Nov 20, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Screenwriter and Producer Michael Kennedy (FREAKY, IT’S A WONDERFUL KNIFE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his career journey. From working as an animation assistant and IT support on FAMILY GUY for 10 years and what it was like when his writing career took off and he was able to head out on his own… to the making of FREAKY and its release during the pandemic.. to defining his voice as a writer and finding his lane… to the comical tribulations of being a writer where others get credit for a writer’s wins while the writer takes the blame for aspects that were beyond their control… to the making of his latest film IT’S A WONDERFUL KNIFE and his love for holiday movies… to the look of the villains he has created and the design of their masks… to how heartbreaking it is that so few will ever hear a film’s actual sound mix in the modern era of streaming films on tablets, phones, and poorly set up home theater systems… to why “old” can always be “new” again if a story is told with a fresh and original voice… Michael’s amazing success story is candidly laid out in this truly honest conversation about the filmmaking process.

The group also discusses how unfortunate it is that the original BLACK CHRISTMAS (1974) doesn’t get more of the respect it deserves, when it may be better to write a script on spec instead of pitching the idea first, and how even the most well intended decisions by executives to make a film more inclusive can backfire when the audience can tell that they’re being pandered to.

Ep 545: Franck Khalfoun Nov 13, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Franck Khalfoun (NIGHT OF THE HUNTED, P2, MANIAC) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope studio to discuss his career journey and the making of his latest film NIGHT OF THE HUNTED (available now in theaters and on VOD). From growing up in Miami and moving to California on a water polo scholarship where he studied theater and film… to making music videos in New York in the 90’s before moving back to Miami Beach, FL where he got a job on a feature film as a director’s assistant tasked with driving around and looking after a 12 year old Alexander Aja (HIGH TENSION, THE HILLS HAVE EYES remake)… to why horror films are the most universal and “international”… to his attraction to telling stories about the horrors of human nature more so than stories about fantastical creatures and ghouls… to the brilliant casting of Elijah Wood in his 2012 remake of MANIAC… to the craft of telling a compelling and gripping story in a single location… to the trials of being ghosted by producers and never paid for years of development work… to the reactions that his latest film (NIGHT OF THE HUNTED) received just off of the trailer and concept (a lone shooter targeting a gas station) in today’s mass shooting fatigued society… this is an amazing conversation that will surely make you think hard about the world we’re living in.

Also, Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener who’s thinking about popping the big question, Adam shares what happened with KILLER PIZZA, and the ArieScope “fluffle” of rabbits are given an extra delicious feast!

Mark your calendars! YORKIETHON 8 is happening over the weekend of December 8th - 10th!

Ep 544: David Matthews Nov 06, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Director of Photography David Matthews (JAKOB’S WIFE, GLORIOUS) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey and the making of his latest feature SUITABLE FLESH (directed by our own Joe Lynch and out NOW in theaters and on-demand). From first getting the bug for filmmaking and photography… to shooting everything from music videos and commercials to both short and feature length films… to working with different directors and shooting films outside of the Hollywood system… to his favorite moments making SUITABLE FLESH… David explains his process behind shooting ambitious films under tight budgets and schedules. Your “Viewer Mail” questions are answered and Joe also makes a big confession to David!

Mark your calendars! YORKIETHON 8 is coming December 8th - 10th!

Ep 543: Dennis Paoli Oct 30, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Screenwriter Dennis Paoli (RE-ANIMATOR, FROM BEYOND, CASTLE FREAK, DAGON, BODY SNATCHERS) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his incredible career. From fatefully meeting the great Stuart Gordon all the way back in High School and discovering just how much their artistic sensibilities overlapped… to his theater work as part of “The Human Race” satire group touring coffee houses in Chicago… to how performing “naked theater” wound up getting Stuart Gordon thrown in jail… to how producer Charles Band helped launch his, Stuart’s, and so many other’s careers… to how 1995’s CASTLE FREAK was truly a “labor of lust”… to the method behind his madness in tackling adaptations of H.P. Lovecraft’s work and how he separates the art from such a controversial and complicated artist… to his many years teaching Gothic literature… to working with our own Joe Lynch on their latest feature SUITABLE FLESH (now in theaters and on-demand!)… Dennis pulls the curtain back on his long screenwriting career.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for an industry professional who’s at his breaking point with having to “give them what they want,” Joe has a wicked bad accident, and Adam goes behind the (smelly) scenes of this year’s ArieScope Halloween short HALLOWEEN SOCKS.

Ep 542: Renee Egan Oct 23, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Reality TV casting director Renee Egan (FBOY ISLAND, THE PROFIT, FARMER WANTS A WIFE, JOE MILLIONAIRE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss her career journey. From dropping out of college on medical leave and realizing it just wasn’t for her… to writing her own stories about animals and her very own Jonas Brothers fan fiction (no, really!) and getting ghosted by Kevin Jonas… to briefly spending time on the wild side and working in the Las Vegas nightlife industry bartending, doing bottle service and dabbling in modeling… to making her way to Los Angeles with her eyes on “something in entertainment”… to the friend that convinced her to try being an assistant in reality TV casting and then finding that she loved the job… to almost immediately getting promoted to an Associate position and then moving her way up by claiming she had been a Producer and “faking it til she made it”… to explaining how reality shows are cast, why the characters are indeed real, and just how much producing goes into the storytelling… Renee provides a peek behind the curtain of one of the most popular genres of television.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker who’s family refuses to recognize his career choice as legitimate despite the progress he is making and who feels that his family's lack of support is holding him back, Renee shares her personal journey to developing better mental health, and Adam explains a huge problem that he has with a major decision that producers made on the most recent version of the television phenomenon that is MTV’s JERSEY SHORE.

Ep 541: Danny Wu Oct 16, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Documentary filmmaker Danny Wu (SQUARE ONE, AMERICAN: AN ODYSSEY TO 1947) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From an aspiring basketball player living in Canada… to the injury that shattered his original dream… to becoming a YouTube vlogger with a decent sized audience… to the injustice he was witnessing that inspired him to pick up a camera and make a documentary (SQUARE ONE) about one of the most controversial topics in popular culture (the original 1993 Michael Jackson molestation allegation)… to teaching himself how to make a documentary film by MAKING A DOCUMENTARY FILM… to the terrific reception that SQUARE ONE received worldwide… to tackling a whole different kind of injustice with his new documentary AMERICAN: AN ODYSSEY TO 1947… to how he was able to secure interviews with pivotal resources such as the various Orson Welles scholars who appeared in AMERICAN and some of the resources who appeared in SQUARE ONE that had never shared their stories publicly before… to learning how to navigate the film festival circuit the hardest way possible… to the crazy way that a film’s trajectory can suddenly change by simply having the right person see and champion it… Danny’s story is incredibly inspiring to hear and his two DIY films so far have been absolutely exceptional! Stop waiting for permission to make your movie and just DO IT!

Adam shares the story of how Danny initially came on his radar by doing something that he himself didn’t have the confidence to do and Danny shares a personal story about the SQUARE ONE premiere that Adam and Joe had no idea was coming. (You're gonna love it!) This phenomenal conversation is THE MOVIE CRYPT at its best and most inspirational. Check out SQUARE ONE on Amazon Prime (free with ads) and AMERICAN: AN ODYSSEY TO 1947 - currently available for rental on VOD.

Ep 540: Bonnie Burton Oct 09, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Author and games writer Bonnie Burton (Lucasfilm/StarWars.com, GEEK DIY, STAR WARS CRAFT BOOK, HUNT A KILLER GAMES, GIRLS AGAINST GIRLS) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss her career journey. From growing up in Kansas and feeling “like an alien” out of place… to becoming a published author at age 7… to going to college in Boulder, Colorado (in the same graduating class as Trey Parker and Matt Stone of SOUTH PARK fame) with the goal of becoming a writer… to working at LucasFilm as the senior editor of StarWars.com… to how George Lucas predicted today’s current a la carte streaming services way back in 2001… to her efforts to show some fan love for the infamous STAR WARS HOLIDAY SPECIAL… to bumping into celebrities at Skywalker Ranch and marrying R2D2 at San Diego Comic Con… to creating her various STAR WARS craft books and drawing books… to what it means to be “lazy sexual” … to the importance of Joe Bob Briggs… to the way that the community of horror fans holds each other up… to what it was like being a “Death Rocker” before it was cool to be “Goth”… to the importance of being willing to pivot in a career journey and TONS more, this fantastic extended length episode ends with a heartfelt pep talk from Bonnie that every aspiring artist needs to hear!

Also, Bonnie explains why you need to be willing to fail A LOT without giving up and Adam shares a story about working for a Hollywood heavyweight and the evil genius dog who made his life hell.

Ep 539: Mike Mendez & Alejandro Brugués Oct 02, 2023

Filmmakers Mike Mendez (TALES OF HALLOWEEN, BIG ASS SPIDER) and Alejandro Brugués (JUAN OF THE DEAD, NIGHTMARE CINEMA) return to the podcast to discuss the making of their new anthology film SATANIC HISPANICS. From the genesis of the idea for a horror anthology based in Hispanic heritage… to applying the lessons they learned from working on previous anthologies… to the tonal shifts between stories that make for a well rounded viewing experience and the amount of trust and creative control that needs to be given to the other filmmakers on the project… Mike and Alejandro go through the process of bringing their idea to the big screen. Also, Mike shares his joy in being recognized as the “corpse f**ker” from CHILLERAMA, Alejandro thinks Adam’s rabbits look delicious, and Joe finds out how the production went on a project that he didn’t land.

With double guests comes a double shot of“Hollywood Therapy!” Dr. Arwen advises a listener who is looking to properly obtain exhibition rights for their film club’s programming and then leads the group through an extremely touching grief counseling session focused on enjoying life guilt-free after enduring a crushing loss. It’s a roller coaster of a conversation as four friends share big laughs and deeply personal life experiences.

Ep 538: Jason McMaster Sep 25, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Singer/songwriter Jason McMaster (DANGEROUS TOYS, IGNITOR, WATCHTOWER, BROKEN TEETH) joins Adam and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to share his hard rocking career journey. From forming his first band at 17… to the 40 years he’s now spent playing in WATCHTOWER… to why religion is afraid of rock n roll… to what the true meaning is behind the slogan “keep Austin weird”… to the joys and success that can come from not having an agenda… to how quickly DANGEROUS TOYS found success and the very famous musician who warned “that may not be a good thing”… to why the name of the band was only supposed to be temporary… to what it was like making the jump from playing in clubs to playing in big arenas and having videos in regular rotation on MTV and radio… to why he never fell victim to the typical rock star party antics… to his extraordinarily positive attitude about being content just playing rock n roll… to his unique style of singing and his work teaching music to kids through School Of Rock… to his philosophy that true fans never grow out of the things they’re fans of… Jason’s message of “be who you are, love what you love, and do what makes you happy” is one that will lift up everyone in THE MOVIE CRYPT audience. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener struggling with depression, Adam and Jason nerd out over their music collectibles, and Jason reveals how his early correspondence with James Hetfield wound up being included in METALLICA’s incredibly comprehensive “Kill ‘Em All” and “Ride the Lightning” box sets! NOTE: This extended length episode also includes Jason's appearance during YORKIETHON 5 from December 2020! (Patreon only.)

Ep 537: Lewis Teague Sep 18, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Lewis Teague (CUJO, ALLIGATOR, CAT’S EYE, THE JEWEL OF THE NILE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope studio to discuss his 60 year career so far! From the Sam Fuller war film that inspired his curiosity in filmmaking… to starting an underground Cinema on the Sunset strip in the 60’s… to working in various capacities on films like George Roy Hill’s HAWAII (1966) and the seminal documentary WOODSTOCK (1970)… to working with the legendary Roger Corman… to how he brought realism to genre films like ALLIGATOR (1980) and working on back to back Stephen King adaptations with CUJO (1983) and CAT’S EYE (1985)… to getting the call from Michael Douglas to join the big leagues and direct 1985’s THE JEWEL OF THE NILE (the ROMANCING THE STONE sequel)… and how a fateful lunch with a certain PSYCHO star changed his entire outlook on the filmmaking business. At 85 years old, Lewis has tons of incredible stories about his Hollywood journey!

Ep 536: Laura Moss Sep 11, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Laura Moss (BIRTH/REBIRTH) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss their career journey. From starting out after college as a general production assistant where they naturally found themselves gravitating towards the art department and eventually becoming a production designer… to working on shorts, television, and theater for well over a decade in positions such as editor, gaffer, special FX makeup, production manager, sound mixer, script supervisor, and more before making the jump into the writer/director chair with their first feature film BIRTH/REBIRTH (currently in select theaters and coming soon to Shudder)… to Laura’s decision to shoot the film with anamorphic lenses and why the creative aesthetic was worth the strain that it added to the production’s already limited time schedule… the importance of grounding a science based fantasy story with just enough logic to be believable as opposed to adding so much explanation and rationalization that a story’s mechanics wind up challenging the audience’s suspension of disbelief… to the clinical preparation that filmmakers now implement when approaching sexually explicit scenes and how such efforts are helping actors feel less exposed and vulnerable… to facing the reality that independent films are rarely afforded the luxury of shooting on a schedule that is creatively conducive and instead have to shoot on whatever schedule your limited budget can afford… to what it was like directing a pig and the fun of working with animals… to the stress that shooting “wide and tight” puts on your boom operator and the frightening but triumphant moment of world premiering BIRTH/REBIRTH at the Sundance Film Festival… Laura’s experience is a terrific overview of the modern indie filmmaking process!

Ep 535: Stewart Thorndike Sep 04, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Stewart Thorndike (BAD THINGS, LYLE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss the making of her new feature BAD THINGS (available on Shudder). From discovering her passion for the cinematic arts while traveling the country as a child… to the David Cronenberg film that changed the way she saw genre movies… to performing in front of the camera in the late Stanley Kubrick’s EYES WIDE SHUT… to the trials and tribulations of writing and bringing her new film BAD THINGS to life… to directing the indie ensemble in an abandoned hotel in snowy Ithaca, NY… to how her production survived the craziest and most frustrating COVID-19 setback that we’ve heard about filming during the pandemic yet… to BAD THINGS’ world premiere at the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival (where Joe’s new film SUITABLE FLESH also premiered this year) and the process that it took to finally be able to think of herself as an “artist”… Stewart’s journey over the last 3 years has been a tumultuous one that many will be able to relate to and draw inspiration from!

Also, the group reflects on the stress of film festival premieres, Joe’s kitchen sink vomits up a demon, and the boys prepare for their appearance together at Silver Scream Con in Danvers, MA this coming weekend (9/8 - 9/10)!

Ep 534: Sam Lipman-Stern Aug 28, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Documentary filmmaker Sam Lipman-Stern (TELEMARKETERS, Vice, Rolling Stone) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his unique career journey and the making of his new doc-series TELEMARKETERS (currently streaming on MAX). From dropping out of High School in 9th grade and going to work full time as a telemarketer when he was just 14 years old… to being gifted a SONY handi-cam that would ultimately set him on his career path… to beginning to develop his storytelling voice during the pre-Youtube era of posting short videos on-line (remember eBaum’s World??)… to interning at Vice and becoming part of their video team as the magazine began evolving into a journalistic powerhouse… to his work as a video producer for Rolling Stone Magazine… to producing, directing, and shooting documentaries and interviews for PBS, MTV, Esquire, Adidas, Apple, The NBA, The New York Times, and more… to teaming up with the Safdie Brothers (UNCUT GEMS) and Rough House Pictures (Danny McBride, Jody Hill, and David Gordon Green’s company) and turning the countless hours of footage from his telemarketing job into the incredibly compelling docu-series TELEMARKETERS… Sam’s journey is one of the most unique and fascinating stories you’ll hear this year!

The guys also geek out over early digital video cameras, Sam tells some of his favorite stories from his time as a telemarketer, Adam discovers his balls at age 25, and Joe shares more details about his upcoming screening of MAYHEM (2017) at the Landmark Nuart Theater in Los Angeles on September 1st!

Ep 533: David J. Schow Aug 21, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Legendary writer David J. Schow (THE CROW, LEATHERFACE: TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE III, CRITTERS 3 & 4, THE HILLS RUN RED, and SO MUCH more) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for an incredibly candid conversation about his prolific career. From writing a newspaper article about people overdoing their tans leading to David writing articles for various Men’s magazines… to his prolific arsenal of incredible one-of-a-kind short stories that created "Splatterpunk" and captured the attention of a young wunderkind at New Line Cinema named Mike Deluca… to being invited in to pitch story ideas for the 1989 TV series FREDDY’S NIGHTMARES where he landed a gig writing what would become the Season 1 finale (“Safe Sex”)… to what his exact involvement actually was with NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 5: THE DREAM CHILD… to why violence and carnage are not enough to make up a good horror story… to one of the craziest horror convention cosplays you’ll ever hear about (it even has a “happily ever after” aspect)… to his painful experience writing for the reboot of THE OUTER LIMITS (the original series is his favorite show of all time)… to the trials and tribulations of being a screenwriter and having to publicly wear any creative changes that were made to your script during the production process without your input or knowledge… to the true story of how the MPAA screwed over the release of LEATHERFACE: TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE III… to why David has the odd credit of “teleplay by” on Dave Parker’s THE HILLS RUN RED (2009) and why the guys believe that the “Babyface” character could have been ranked among the great slasher icons if the film had received the multiple sequels it deserved… to David’s extremely personal stories from the making of THE CROW and his honest reflections on the powerful and everlasting legacy of the universally beloved film - including the reason why he’s only ever watched it twice… Schow is living proof that hard work, tenacity, and originality can indeed pay off and shine through the dark times. After all, “it can’t rain all the time.” Dr Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a returning patient who’s just completed her very first short film and looking for some advice as she starts submitting it to festivals, David reveals what became of the De Laurentiis mechanical “King Kong” created for the 1976 remake, and Adam shares the embarrassing story of the first time he tried smoking weed in this brutally honest, extended length, special episode that’s so damn good you’re going to want to listen to it twice! Live in Los Angeles? Come see Joe’s Lynch’s 2017 hit MAYHEM on the big screen at the Landmark Nuart Theater in West Los Angeles on September 1st! The evening will include a Q&A with Joe and members of the film’s crew hosted by Adam Green. Want to hear the full version of this episode? Support THE MOVIE CRYPT on www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt for just $1 a month and start getting the full version of every new episode every Monday morning. This fully independent podcast only exists through the support of our beloved audience.

Ep 532: Stephen Scarlata Aug 14, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Stephen Scarlata (BEYOND THE GATES, JODOROWSKY’S DUNE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope studio to discuss his career journey. From Stephen’s start working for the legendary Roger Corman back in the 90’s… to working almost every position and in every facet of production over the next three decades… to writing and producing 2016’s fantastic BEYOND THE GATES…to the making of his new documentary (and directorial debut) SHARKSPLOITATION (now streaming on Shudder)… Stephen and the boys take a deep dive (pun intended) into the process of making a great documentary. The group also discusses the craft of finding and building the best narrative story arc out of hours and hours (and hours) of interview footage, Stephen explains why a good lawyer makes all of the difference when it comes to licensing clips from movies and TV series both bog and small, and the boys rank the films of the JAWS franchise from their favorite to their not-so-favorite. This time… it’s personal. “Roar.”

Listen to THE MOVIE CRYPT’s infamous commentary for JAWS… THE REVENGE (Episode 105) by signing up for the “Classic Crypt” tier of Patreon where you’ll have access to all of THE MOVIE CRYPT’s original episodes! In the “Classic Crypt” tier you’ll get a classic episode every Wednesday morning with a new introduction from Adam and Joe looking back on the conversation 5 years later. Best of all, the moment that you join the tier you’ll instantly have access to ALL of the classic episodes that have been re-released since our Patreon was first launched! At the time of this posting that’s about 300 original episodes of THE MOVIE CRYPT podcast including our fantastic interviews with artists like Chris Columbus, Slash, Jordan Peele, John Landis, Penelope Spheeris, James Gunn, Zachary Levi, Rachael Leigh Cook, Bobcat Goldthwait, Sid Haig, Seth Green, Henry Rollins, Samara Weaving, Joe Dante, and hundreds of others! Click on www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt and unlock over a thousand hours of entertainment, access to our exclusive monthly LIVE episodes, and so much more for just a few bucks!

Ep 531: Samuel Bodin Aug 07, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. French filmmaker Samuel Bodin (COBWEB, MARIANNE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From his hit 2019 Netflix horror series MARIANNE… to making the jump to features and working with producers Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg on the new horror chiller COBWEB (in US theaters July 21st!)… to how Stephen King was a major influence on his work… to how he approaches violence on screen… to what it was like working on a film in a language secondary to his own… to how acting himself in the past helped with directing… to what it takes to get a great performance out of a child lead… to the art of picking the perfect creepy wallpaper for your film… Samuel is most definitely a filmmaker to watch right now! Interestingly enough, Samuel and Joe have kinda sorta collaborated before which is also covered in this conversation.

Ep 530: Meko Winbush Jul 31, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Meko Winbush (GRAY MATTER, Winner of PROJECT GREENLIGHT Season 5) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss directing her debut feature film! From how James Cameron and the SciFi genre shaped her passion for storytelling as a child… to how she transitioned from working on trailers for movies to directing her own movies… to how she communicates with and leads her cast/crew through all phases of production… to how she stayed cool under pressure directing GRAY MATTER while cameras documented her every move for the PROJECT GREENLIGHT reality show… Meko’s talent is undeniably evident on-screen in the finished product and we can’t wait to see whatever she tackles next!

Season 5 of PROJECT GREENLIGHT and Meko’s finished film GRAY MATTER are both streaming now on MAX!

Ep 529: Scout Taylor-Compton Jul 24, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Actress Scout Taylor-Compton (Rob Zombie’s HALLOWEEN 1 & 2, THE RUNAWAYS, WICKED LITTLE THINGS, NASHVILLE, BURY THE BRIDE, and more) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio for a lively, laugh filled, and extremely NSFW conversation about her career journey. From growing up around a mortuary where she caught her first glimpse of… well, you’ll hear… to how wanting to meet Mario Lopez played a role in her becoming a child actress… to the Uncle who used to scare her with a Michael Myers mask… to how sex is depicted in modern day cinema and television and the precautions that Hollywood has been implementing to try and make sets feel safer… to why the industry could greatly benefit from offering actors some sort of assistance in coming back OUT of especially traumatizing roles that they have just spent weeks or months immersing themselves in… to why method actors can sometimes go too far with their process and the drag that they can sometimes be on a production… to the audition process she went through in landing the role of “Lita Ford” in THE RUNAWAYS… to her experience playing “Laurie Strode” and how she dealt with the initial comparisons to Jamie Lee Curtis that HALLOWEEN franchise fans began making before she had even shot a frame of the film… to some of the major roles that got away and how she learned to roll with the many rejections that every actor faces over the course of their career… to whether or not she plans to step into the director’s chair and SO MUCH MORE… this personal and brutally honest conversation between three friends is one that will surely have you laughing just as much you’re learning about Scout’s experiences in front of the camera (so far)!

Dr. Arwen hears from a listener who took years of MOVIE CRYPT advice to heart and pivoted to find themselves living their best creative life in a heart warming and inspiring “Hollywood Therapy” segment, Adam meets his Mom’s biggest fan in Sacramento, and Joe tests the boundaries of his friendship with Adam in an effort to save himself 95 cents in this incredibly entertaining (and sometimes raunchy) conversation.

Ep 528: Robert Englund Jul 17, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Legendary actor and horror icon Robert Englund (A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET, V: THE FINAL BATTLE, STRANGER THINGS, HATCHET, BEHIND THE MASK: THE RISE OF LESLIE VERNON) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for a wonderful conversation about his 50 year journey through Hollywood and his lifelong love affair with cinema. From the importance of film festivals and why every filmmaker needs to experience seeing their work with an audience whenever possible… to why he thinks Montreal is the best city to visit in the summer… to shooting by international candlelight… to why he adores Lance Henriksen… to how he considers taking on new projects and how he’s held on to his love of acting for half a century… to why he believes a director’s ability to command a room with their unabashed passion is the very key to securing a production’s budget… to why the modern deluge of streaming content is giving today’s audiences “entertainment fatigue”… to what he felt went wrong behind the scenes of his directorial effort 976-EVIL… to his process behind becoming “Victor Creel” and his season stealing performance in Netflix’s monster hit STRANGER THINGS… to the emotional experience of seeing the new documentary HOLLYWOOD DREAMS AND NIGHTMARES: THE ROBERT ENGLUND STORY (now on Screambox and available for digital rental/purchase) for the very first time at the Sitges International Film festival in Spain… to deeply personal stories about how Robert has been one of Adam’s cinematic angels in his journey as a filmmaker… this is an extremely candid conversation with Robert Englund that you simply won’t hear anywhere else.

You can hear all of Robert’s greatest hits and “Freddy” stories in the awesome new documentary, in his 2009 autobiography HOLLYWOOD MONSTER, and in the phenomenally comprehensive NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET documentary NEVER SLEEP AGAIN… but this truly special fly on the wall conversation between three filmmakers (who are still just movie fans themselves) is something you can only get from THE MOVIE CRYPT.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! FREE LIVE SHOW THIS WEEKEND! Jul 11, 2023

Normally our monthly LIVE show is only for Patreon members in the MOVIE CRYPT LIVE tier and above, but once every year we open up our favorite event of the month for everyone to join in on and experience! This Sunday (July 16th) join us for our annual FREE weekend for MOVIE CRYPT LIVE! Every month's MOVIE CRYPT LIVE starts off with a different themed 2-hour pre-show from Adam and Arwen! At 8am PST / 11am EST you're not going to want to miss a single leather clad moment of "Arwen's Aqua Net + Hair Metal Pre-Show!" This month's special 2-hour ALL VIDEO pre-show celebrates the glam rock era when music was a party, MTV ruled the world, and the men had bigger hair than the women! So come early and take part in the live chat while you enjoy the sights and sounds! At 10am PST / 1pm EST we're on LIVE where we'll be discussing a variety of topics with YOU the audience and playing some of our favorite interactive games including "Disgusting Statement or Cannibal Corpse Song?", "What Won't Shaq Sell?", and MORE! The FREE link will be posted on www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt this Sunday about 30 minutes before the pre-show begins. You won't need to be a Patreon member or part of the LIVE tier to see the post with the link to access the show. Join us this Sunday, Sunday, Sunday!

Ep 527: Ryan Kruger Jul 10, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Capetown based filmmaker/actor Ryan Kruger (FRIED BARRY, WARRIOR) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From his humble beginnings as an actor and a music video director working with bands like SLIPKNOT, BOWLING FOR SOUP, and BLACK FLAG… to how desperate times and depression fueled him to make a film as soon as he possibly could… how acting in films in South Africa helped make his dream happen… to how an experimental short film became the award winning feature FRIED BARRY… to finding the right actor to inhabit such a unique role… to making such a wild film in such a conservative country… to FRIED BARRY’s breakout night on Joe Bob Brigg’s THE LAST DRIVE IN… to some exciting news about his proposed STREET TRASH remake… Ryan’s story is one that you’re not going to forget any time soon!

Ep 526: Matt Angel & Suzanne Coote Jul 03, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaking duo Matt Angel and Suzanne Coote (HYPNOTIC, THE OPEN HOUSE) join Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss their career journeys together and the making of their latest film THE WRATH OF BECKY (now in theaters and available digitally)! In this terrific conversation Matt and Suzanne discuss the serendipitous way they met and began working together… the challenges of making a film that addresses our extremely divisive times while keeping the fun and violent mayhem accessible to as broad of an audience as possible… casting the spectacular Seann William Scott (GOON, AMERICAN PIE) as the film’s villain… the misconceptions about sequels and their budgets… and in the incredible second hour things get brutally honest as the conversation turns to finding good producers, the duos real reaction to the amazing news that their film had been accepted into the prestigious SOUTH BY SOUTHWEST film festival, the importance of having impeccable communication, and how they recovered from their first film’s disappointing reception and rose from the ashes stronger and more in love with their craft than before!

The second hour of this one is AMAZING, Patrons! Aspiring filmmakers- pay close attention!

Ep 525: Seann William Scott Jun 26, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor Seann William Scott (the AMERICAN PIE franchise, FINAL DESTINATION, ICE AGE, GOON, THE RUNDOWN, ROLE MODELS, JAY AND SILENT BOB STRIKE BACK, SOUTHLAND TALES, ROAD TRIP, DUDE WHERE’S MY CAR?, and more) joins Adam and Arwen to discuss his career journey and the making of his latest film THE WRATH OF BECKY (now in US theaters and available soon on digital)! From a high school athlete in Minnesota who loved movies… to the local talent agency that helped him get started and find a manager in Los Angeles… to the struggle of simply getting himself to auditions all over LA when he didn’t own a car… to booking commercials, small speaking parts, and a role in an AEROSMITH video… to landing the role of “Stifler” in what would become the hugely successful AMERICAN PIE series… to being beheaded in FINAL DESTINATION, fighting The Rock and swimming in frigid waterfalls in THE RUNDOWN, learning how to ice skate AFTER landing the lead role in GOON, portraying an ex-military, alt-right militia leader in THE WRATH OF BECKY, and everything in between… Seann has been keeping the world entertained for over 2 decades. Best of all, he’s remained the same down to earth, small town guy despite the awe inspiring 6 BILLION + that his filmography has generated at the box office so far.

Joe unfortunately had to miss this one but Adam and Seann become BFFs by the end of this candid conversation with a surprising revelation at the end! If you didn’t already adore Seann William Scott you certainly will after you get to know the real guy in this absolutely fantastic episode!

Don’t miss THE MOVIE CRYPT’s annual FREE live event on Sunday July 16, 2023! Normally our monthly “Movie Crypt Live” episodes are exclusively for Patrons in the appropriate tier(s), but once a year we open it up for everyone to check out and see what they’ve been missing! The party kicks off at 8am PST/ 11am EST with “Arwen & Mr. Bunny’s Awesome Spandex and Aqua-nat Pre-Show” featuring 2-hours of music videos, stories, and trivia from the Hair Metal era! We’re on LIVE at 10am PST / 1pm EST for our monthly interactive episode that includes games like “What Won’t Shaq Sell?”, “Disgusting Statement or Cannibal Corpse Song?”, “Ruin An Activity,” and more! The link to the LIVE event will be posted about 30 minutes before the fun begins on www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt. (So around 7:30am PST / 10:30am EST.) The link will be available for ALL to see and click on! You don’t need to be a Patron to come rock out with Arwen and Mr. Bunny and then share some LIVE laughs with Adam, Joe, and the greatest podcast audience on the internet!

Ep 524: Vincenzo Natali Jun 19, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Vincenzo Natali (CUBE, SPLICE, TV’s HANNIBAL) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey and the creation of his new graphic novel TECH. From his desire to tell a story in the graphic novel medium where he wouldn’t be limited by a budget… to the creative freedom that came with writing the story and creating all of the artwork on his own… to the gratification of knowing that a graphic novel would definitely be realized and released without succumbing to the many hurdles that come with the traditional filmmaking process… Vincenzo walks the boys through his long process of bringing TECH to life on the page. The group also discusses how filmmaking has changed now that streaming is king… whether or not movies are still connecting with audiences on the cultural level that they used to now that they’re primarily treated like weekly/monthly content to be consumed at home… how originality has become a risk when audiences are so happy to consume endless IP based titles and characters as well as rehashed stories that they are already familiar with… and the price Hollywood has paid by making films and television series so cheap for audiences to access.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for an aspiring filmmaker dealing with a visual roadblock, Adam shares a story about botching an adaptation pitch at the very the start of his career, and the boys ponder the future of the industry once the WGA strike has been resolved.

Ep 523: Bomani J. Story Jun 12, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Bomani J. Story (THE ANGRY BLACK GIRL AND HER MONSTER - currently in US theaters) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his career journey so far. From growing up loving movies but having no idea that a career behind the camera was a real possibility for his future… to attending a 2 year community college where a public speaking class would become one of the most important classes he’d ever take… to deciding to pursue his true dream of making movies and going on to graduate from USC film school… to making short film after short film after short film… to writing a short as a favor to a friend who needed something to direct as their film school thesis and then watching as that friend got signed by a manager off of the short and then immediately went on to direct their first feature… to writing THE ANGRY BLACK GIRL AND HER MONSTER (Bomani’s modern take on Mary Shelly’s classic FRANKENSTEIN novel) and having everyone in town pass on making it… to going on to work as an assistant editor at Crypt TV where it just so happened that his ANGRY BLACK GIRL script was simultaneously being considered as a possible Crypt TV original feature film… to quickly shooting a 2 minute long scene from a completely different script in order to be considered seriously as the director of ANGRY BLACK GIRL… Bomani is the perfect example of someone breaking in and making big things happen today. Aspiring filmmakers are sure to get a healthy dose of inspiration from this one!

Ep 522: Ben Millikan Jun 05, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor, writer, director, and producer Ben Millikan (BLUE CRUSH 2, NEWCASTLE, RUN & GUN, BOSCH) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his new feature film SNAG (now in theaters and available digitally). From growing up in Sydney where he spent a decade as an amateur boxer… to his years studying acting and filmmaking at Australia’s On Camera Studio… to landing roles in films like NEWCASTLE, BLUE CRUSH 2, RUN & GUN and TV shows like MELROSE PLACE, CSI: MIAMI, and BOSCH… to how his ex-wife encouraged him to write his new thriller SNAG… to his experience directing and starring in his highly stylized neo-noir western… to the hurdles of shooting in New Mexico during the winter… to the true meaning of “networking” in Hollywood and the importance of keeping real life relationships above all else… Ben’s story is a terrific example of why it is crucial to always stay grounded and true to yourself as you traverse an industry built on fantasy and make believe.

Ep 521: Franklin Ritch May 29, 2023

Newcomer Franklin Ritch joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss the making of his debut feature THE ARTIFICE GIRL. From learning his craft through acting in theater and making short films… to tackling the incredibly difficult subject matter of child predators and artificial intelligence with a minimal cast in an (almost) single location story for his first feature film… to the decision to cast himself as one of the main characters… to working with the great Lance Henriksen… to the delicate process of directing a child actor through heavy dialogue that deals with child abuse and futuristic technology… to shooting during the pandemic on a schedule that broke production up over a year and a half… THE ARTIFICE GIRL is a film that begs to be seen and Franklin is definitely a filmmaker to watch! The boys also discuss “intermissions” in films, have another brief geek-out over STAR WARS, and debate the pros and cons of bringing actors back from the dead to the silver screen.

Ep 520: Deon Taylor May 22, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Deon Taylor (MEET THE BLACKS, TRAFFIK, CHAIN LETTER) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey and the making of his latest horror film FEAR (now available digitally)! From playing professional basketball in Germany… to deciding to change his career path entirely and pursue his dream of making movies… to landing in Los Angeles without a back-up plan or a safety net… to self-learning all aspects of the filmmaking process… to carving out his own path in the indie world as he prolifically pivoted from film to film and genre to genre… to making of his latest feature FEAR at the height of the pandemic and the crazy hurdles that the early COVID testing process placed on his production’s schedule… Deon is a terrific example of a filmmaker who never waited for permission to make his dreams come true. The boys also discuss the horror movies that scared them as kids, hold an impromptu Tony Todd appreciation session, and Deon shares his first experience seeing HATCHET in this tremendously inspiring conversation that will hopefully get you to stop waiting and just go for it!

Ep 519: Anthony DiBlasi May 15, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Anthony DiBlasi (DREAD, LAST SHIFT, MALUM) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope studio to discuss his career journey. From graduating Emerson College in Massachusetts and making the move out West to La La Land… to finding his place among the Los Angeles horror community working as both an executive and a producer for Clive Barker’s Seraphim Films… to juicy stories about the making of MIDNIGHT MEAT TRAIN that you won’t hear anywhere else… to his experiences directing his first feature film DREAD (2009)… to the challenge and triumph of reimagining his own film (2014’s LAST SHIFT) with Anthony’s latest feature MALUM (currently still in theaters but stalking a digital platform in your home soon!)… this wickedly candid discussion between 3 filmmakers and old friends is precisely the “fly on the wall” style of conversation that has made THE MOVIE CRYPT the industry’s resource for film therapy over the last decade!

Ep 518: Todd Masters / 10TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL May 08, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Hosts Adam Green, Joe Lynch, and Arwen celebrate the 10 year anniversary of THE MOVIE CRYPT with make-up FX legend Todd Masters (SLITHER, THE MANGLER, SIX FEET UNDER, TRUE BLOOD, A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET V: THE DREAM CHILD, DEAD HEAT, LOOK WHO’S TALKING) in this incredibly fun, extended-length, special episode! From a little kid in Seattle who dreamed of making monsters… to destroying his parents’ house with various homemade FX experiments… to cold calling his hero Ray Harryhausen directly to ask for advice… to getting turned down by every art school and deciding to move down to Los Angeles and find his own way into the Hollywood make-up FX community… to behind the scenes tales of working on some of the greatest and most memorable films of the 80’s, 90’s and beyond… to advice on how to appropriately ask A-level talent to work on a budgetary challenged indie production… Todd shares his career journey from the floors of the Valley’s make-up FX shops to the silver screens all over the world in this extremely candid hang-out/geek-out with one of Hollywood’s greatest artists!

Dr. Arwen provides a hilarious “Hollywood Therapy” session for a filmmaker facing a crossroads with his short film’s festival run, Dreidel the bunny gets revenge on a greedy squirrel, and the boys explain why ice cream and cookies are the secret ingredients to running a successful business in this special “10th Anniversary” episode that has one of the best and most brutally honest second hours in MOVIE CRYPT history.

Get the full versions of every new episode, access all 10 years of classic episodes, ask Dr. Arwen “Hollywood Therapy” advice, post “Viewer Mail” questions for guests, take part in our monthly LIVE events, and so much more by supporting THE MOVIE CRYPT at www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt.

Ep 517: Jason Eisener Returns May 01, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker and friend of the podcast Jason Eisener (HOBO WITH A SHOTGUN, V/H/S 2, TV’s DARK SIDE OF THE RING) returns to discuss the making of his latest feature KIDS VS ALIENS (now available on Shudder, digital, and Blu-Ray)! From the process of turning his V/H/S 2 short into a feature film… to writing for and working with a cast of children… to what it was like shooting at his own parents’ house… to the benefits of being a young and naive filmmaker… to the pros and cons of editing your own work versus working with an editor… to the way Jason tackles reenactments in his DARK SIDE OF THE RING series and just how soon fans can expect to see Season 4… this in-depth filmmaker on filmmaker conversation about Jason’s process is the perfect example of why Jason Eisener is one of our favorite guests of the past 10 years.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker who has recently completed a short film only to learn that a feature with similar themes is now in development, the guys geek out over STAR WARS, and Jason surprises the boys with gifts from Japan in this incredibly enjoyable conversation.

Ep 516: Artificial Intelligence Roundtable Apr 24, 2023

THE MOVIE CRYPT’s special roundtable series continues as hosts Adam Green and Joe Lynch sit down with filmmakers David Slade (HARD CANDY, 30 DAYS OF NIGHT, TWILIGHT: ECLIPSE) and SpookyDan Walker (SLAY BELLES, VFX artist on STAR TREK BEYOND, CELL, SLITHER) to discuss the controversy over artificial intelligence and why so many artists and tech leaders fear that the rapidly developing A.I. technology may pose an existential threat not only to the craft of storytelling… but to humanity itself! What are the pros and cons of this incredible new technology? What exactly is diffusion modeling and how does it work? Was A.I. developed and released into the hands of the general public too quickly? Should A.I. be more strictly regulated? What does A.I. mean for the future careers of filmmakers? How long until programs like ChatGBT allow studio executives and producers to stop having to rely on actual writers to generate screenplays that will be commercially appealing to an audience that’s already numb from an abundance of “content?” If A.I. is creating new art from existing art then where does the original artist factor into the equation when it comes to credit and potential financial gains? What are the dangers of releasing such advanced technology into a world that is already torn apart by social media, “fake news,” and large factions of society that only believe their own eyes and ears if they like what they are seeing or hearing? Are we entering a new age of artistic enlightenment… or hurdling towards our own creative demise? As with all of our roundtable specials, we hope that you will continue this fascinating, frightening, and extremely complicated conversation with your own friends, family, and co-workers long after the episode is over.

Ep 515: Mickey Reece Apr 17, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Mickey Reece (AGNES, CLIMATE OF THE HUNTER, ALIEN) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From blazing his own DIY path out in Oklahoma directing several films a year… to how he developed such an incredibly unique cinematic voice while working in almost every single genre… to how he confidently creates with extremely limited budgets and resources… to his choice to star as a Garth Brooks-esque singer on a most unusual quest in his latest film COUNTRY GOLD…to his film festival experience and beyond… it’s no wonder Mickey has been called the “outlaw of independent cinema!” Mickey explains the importance of being able to boldly wear several different hats on every set and Adam winds up schooling himself on the popularity of country music in this truly inspiring episode that will have you fired up to stop waiting for permission, grab a camera, and make your own movie already!

Ep 514: Dan Martin Apr 10, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Award-winning FX master Dan Martin (INFINITY POOL, COLOR OUT OF SPACE, 47 METERS DOWN, HOST, DASHCAM, and more) joins Adam, joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey in special make-up effects. From the VHS era of movies inspiring his love for genre film as a child… to building out his skillset by working in as many departments of the filmmaking process as he could… to his stunning FX work on films like LORDS OF CHAOS, HUMAN CENTIPEDE 2, and this year’s awards darling THE BANSHEES OF INISHIRIN… to why POSSESSOR is one of his proudest projects to date and the art of crafting the perfect prosthetic penis… it’s no wonder why Dan has become one of the most in-demand gore slingers in the industry today!

Ep 513: Timothy Scott Bogart Apr 03, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Timothy Scott Bogart (SPINNING GOLD, TOUCHED, LOVE & SEX) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From growing up as the son of record industry maverick Neil Bogart (Casablanca Records- KISS, DONNA SUMMER, THE VILLAGE PEOPLE)… to fast-tracking his own career as a filmmaker by graduating NYU film school early and heading straight to Los Angeles… to talking his way into executive positions whether he actually knew how to do the jobs or not… to learning firsthand how to put film financing together through tax credits and foreign sales… to creating the TV series MOWGLI: THE NEW ADVENTURES OF THE JUNGLE BOOK and writing and directing episodes of the show… to his long journey making his latest feature SPINNING GOLD (an extremely personal biopic about his father in U.S. theaters everywhere as of March 31, 2023)… to how the COVID-19 pandemic shut down the production for almost 2 years and almost spun the entire project away right before his eyes… Tim’s story will surely inspire, enlighten, and encourage any struggling artists out there! Also in this episode, Adam and Tim take a controversial stance on Italian food and Dreidel the rabbit emerges from a nasty neighborhood fight as “Dreidelface.”

Ep 512: Kurt Wimmer Mar 27, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Writer and Director Kurt Wimmer (EQUILIBRIUM, SALT, POINT BREAK 2015, TOTAL RECALL 2012, LAW ABIDING CITIZEN) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his long career and the making of his latest feature CHILDREN OF THE CORN (2023). From leaving medical school to pursue screenwriting instead… to why he has learned to love test screenings… to why he no longer gets discouraged or feels threatened by studio executives’ notes on his scripts… to his philosophy that “the audience is incapable of lying to you”… to his mindset in tackling the re-telling of such beloved properties as POINT BLANK and CHILDREN OF THE CORN (now in theaters and available digitally)… to how he really felt being the only director shooting a movie during the early heights of the COVID-19 pandemic… to working with child actors and the secret weapon that he discovered within his own cast… to the incredible story of how he got the gig writing the adaptation of Michael Crichton’s SPHERE even though he was still an unproven voice in comparison to the dozens of seasoned industry screenwriters who were actively pursuing the job… to how he choreographed the groundbreaking “gunkata” used in EQUILIBRIUM… and why he thinks the long awaited big screen adaptation of METAL GEAR SOLID (that he was attached to at one point) has taken so long to come to fruition… Kurt’s humble candor in discussing his truly stunning career will have you wanting to go back and revisit his entire filmography immediately! Also, Kurt and Adam become best friends over their love for rabbits and Joe completely changes his mind about scotch eggs.

Ep 511: Pete Ohs Mar 20, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Pete Ohs (JETHICA, YOUNGSTOWN) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey and his extremely unique approach to filmmaking. From developing his own cinematic style through making videos with friends at 15 years old… to how working as an editor, a cinematographer, and a producer on various TV, short film, and feature film productions helped inform his approach to directing… to how the experience of making his first feature film (EVERYTHING BEAUTIFUL IS FAR AWAY) through the traditionally structured filmmaking process made him realize just how much he preferred the looser, more organic process that he imparted back when he was first making videos with friends as a teenager strictly for the love of making them… to how he has returned back to his approach to filmmaking using a skeleton crew of friends and writing the story as a group and as they shoot as opposed to starting with a traditional completed screenplay that the team follows… to why he prefers to start each of his productions with no set expectations… Pete’s uncommon and particular storytelling process is certainly one that will make aspiring filmmakers think outside of the box and reconsidering how they themselves approach independent filmmaking. Pete's latest film JETHICA is currently streaming on Fandor and is also available digitally.

Ep 510: Nicki Micheaux Returns Mar 13, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Actress and now filmmaker Nicki Micheaux (LOWLIFE, THE SHIELD, LINCOLN HEIGHTS) returns to THE MOVIE CRYPT to discuss writing and directing her first feature film SUMMER OF VIOLENCE. From the pros and cons of casting remotely during the pandemic and trying to feel out an actor’s true chemistry through only pre-recorded auditions and zoom calls… to why she feels that every actor should go out and direct something and her choice to not cast herself anywhere in her own film… to the many years that she spent writing and having her work rejected before ever receiving the first feedback that players within the industry were actually into what she was doing… to explaining the exact process that she went through bringing her finished script for SUMMER OF VIOLENCE to life as a fully financed independent film… to why making a movie was “the hardest thing in the world”… to how she turned a time of real life violent culture and trauma that she lived through in Colorado in the 90’s into a backdrop for characters just trying to live their own regular lives… to the perils of shooting a period piece on an indie budget… to how taking screenwriting courses helped her embrace and excel at the rewriting process… Nicki candidly shares a crash course in first time filmmaking in the way that only someone as strong, talented, passionate, and humble as she can.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for an artist who is about to begin reducing the hours spent at their day job and start making filmmaking their primary career, Adam shares a story about how his gut instinct helped him avoid working with an actor who would wind up committing one of the most brutal murders in Hollywood, and Nicki shares some personal news with the guys in the final few moments that leaves them rattled. (It’s a big episode, guys!)

Ep 509: Christopher Landon Mar 06, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Christopher Landon (FREAKY, HAPPY DEATH DAY, the PARANORMAL ACTIVITY series) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey and the making of his latest film WE HAVE A GHOST (now playing on Netflix). From getting his start working with Larry Clark (KIDS)… to almost quitting the business after DISTURBIA… to how moving to Austin, TX helped bring him back to the career he loves… to how he got involved with the PARANORMAL ACTIVITY universe… to his knack for subverting and twisting genres… to working with David Harbour and Anthony Mackie on his new spooky heartfelt family drama WE HAVE A GHOST (which he describes as “E.T. with a ghost”)… to how he shot the complicated VFX heavy car chase in the film… to the devastating news that he received right before production began… Chris takes us through his process of finding the right formula for a good “Amblinesque” genre film and explains why he feels that blending genres should always come from a personal place.

Ep 508: Patrick Read Johnson Feb 27, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Patrick Read Johnson (SPACED INVADERS, DRAGONHEART, BABY’S DAY OUT) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career and the incredible 18 YEAR journey that it took to make his latest film 5-25-77. From a child who spent every waking moment he had creating his own home movie homages to the films that “restructured his DNA”… to becoming one of the very first people alive to ever see STAR WARS… to working as an effects artist on some of the 80’s most notable genre films … to directing films like SPACED INVADERS, ANGUS and BABY’S DAY OUT… to working with the legendary Henson Company on TV shows like DINOSAURS… to writing the beloved fantasy film DRAGONHEART (the very first movie poster Adam had framed in his first apartment)… to working alongside and befriending some of the industry’s biggest icons… to the breathtaking 18 years he spent making his autobiographical opus 5-25-77 (now playing on Showtime, Amazon Prime, and other digital platforms)… Patrick’s story is like a Hollywood fever dream come to life. If you’re not inspired to work just a little bit harder at making your own dreams come true after listening to this amazing conversation then your speakers weren’t on!

Dr. Arwen also provides “Hollywood Therapy” for someone struggling to find the laughs in the comedy they’ve been watching lately.

Ep 507: Daisy de la Hoya Feb 20, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Reality TV star and musician Daisy de la Hoya (VH1’s DAISY OF LOVE, ROCK OF LOVE 2) shares her journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen in this extremely candid conversation about reality TV - a medium that has rarely been covered over the 10 years of THE MOVIE CRYPT podcast so far. From growing up in Colorado in a complicated family situation that saw her setting out on her own at just 15 years old… to accepting the bass player position in a band before she actually knew how to play the bass guitar… to developing a drug habit that she kept hidden from everyone around her… to breaking out of her stagnant situation by moving to Los Angeles and pursuing her dream of becoming a professional actress and singer… to randomly seeking out a casting director for ROCK OF LOVE on MySpace and landing a spot on the show’s 2nd season despite initially being told that the show was already fully cast… to the life changing experience of being a cast member on a hit reality show where a household of women compete to date Bret Michaels (lead singer of POISON)… to the surreal way that she found out that VH1 and production company 51 Minds had created a spin-off series based around her (DAISY OF LOVE)… to watching the world television premiere of her very own TV series from the confines of a rehab center… to the horrifically brutal murder that brought VH1’s reign over reality television to a tragic end… Daisy de la Hoya has been on a uniquely wild ride filled with soaring highs and crushing lows. However, she has never let life's setbacks define who she is or what her story will ultimately be. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for an aspiring filmmaker who fears that an allegedly false accusation may have ended their career before their career has even had a chance to get started and the boys have their burning questions answered about a fox and a skunk in this truly revealing discussion about the real life of one of reality TV’s biggest stars.

Ep 506: Carter Smith Feb 13, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker/photographer Carter Smith (BUGCRUSH, THE RUINS, JAMIE MARKS IS DEAD) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen (in studio!) to discuss his career journey and his new feature film SWALLOWED (available on VOD February 14th). From becoming interested in photography as a child growing up in rural Maine… to his short film BUGCRUSH getting the industry’s attention… to landing the studio film THE RUINS as his feature film debut… to returning home to Maine to shoot his latest (SWALLOWED) independently with a crew of only 8 people… Carter shares anecdotes about filmmaking in both the studio system and independently on his own, including how to retain a provocative voice in the land of test screenings and a puritan MPAA system.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener with a collecting fetish by having the boys open up about their own reasons for collecting the things they love.

Ep 505: Kyle Gallner Feb 06, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Recorded LIVE during THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 7th annual YORKIETHON, actor Kyle Gallner (SMILE, JENNIFER’S BODY, SCREAM 2022, OUTSIDERS, A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 2010) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From Kyle’s humble beginnings as a child actor in films like WET HOT AMERICAN SUMMER and TV shows like VERONICA MARS to his work in some of the biggest horror hits of all time like THE WALKING DEAD, JENNIFER’S BODY, A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (2010), RED STATE, SCREAM (2022) and SMILE… this extremely candid conversation focuses on Kyle’s acting process and the honest truth about navigating such a brutal and unforgiving industry. Kyle shares his secret to brushing off the rejection and putting his mental health first (living a real life far away from Hollywood), the boys discuss the positive aspect of being forced into an unexpected break from working, and Adam reminds Kyle of the time that they almost worked together.

This conversation was recorded LIVE on December 5, 2022 - the 2nd night of YORKIETHON 7.

Ep 504: Michelle Garza Cervera Jan 30, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Michelle Garza Cervera (HUESERA: THE BONE WOMAN) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen all the way from Mexico City to discuss her career journey and the making of her film HUESERA: THE BONE WOMAN (in limited theaters and available digitally on 2/10). From a young child being raised Catholic who was scared of everything… to discovering that she actually loved horror films and wanted to see them all… to going to film school and making several short films… to the process of submitting her screenplay HUESERA for possible government funding… to working with actors and generating atmospheric dread on screen… to her triumphant festival circuit run with the film… Michelle’s story is perfect for anyone just breaking in today! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker on the hunt for representation, Michelle shares her experience landing an agent off of her short films, and Adam discovers that he (maybe kinda sorta) saved all of the cats in Spain!

Ep 503: Zach Gilford Jan 23, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor Zach Gilford (FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS, SUPER, MIDNIGHT MASS, THE PURGE: ANARCHY) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey so far. From his first feature working with the great Larry Fessenden… to working on Peter Berg’s FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS series where a simple direction to add basic human actions to a performance taught him how to raise the quality of a performance… to advice on what not to do when auditioning on tape… to the importance of getting out of your own way as an actor… to how picking up a camera himself for a few minutes early in his career helped him understand and trust the filmmaking process… to working with the great Carol Burnett… to working with Mike Flanagan on MIDNIGHT MASS and THE MIDNIGHT CLUB… to working with friend of the podcast Roxanne Benjamin on her new horror film THERE’S SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE CHILDREN (now available on digital and VOD, coming to MGM+ March 17th)… to why he loves Kyle Chandler and Connie Britton… Zach’s super candid discussion about the acting process and all that his experiences have taught him is one that fans will love and aspiring actors will surely benefit from!

Ep 502: Jed Shepherd Jan 16, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. Writer/Producer/Director Jed Shepherd (HOST, DASHCAM) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. Bolstered as a writer by one of the most timely and audacious film premieres during the pandemic (HOST) and the wave making DASHCAM, Jed has now stepped into the director’s chair with his contribution to Aaron Koontz’s anthology hit franchise SCARE PACKAGE 2 (now streaming now on Shudder) where he tackles the myth behind the ghost kid from THREE MEN AND A BABY. Jed describes how his Filipino mother informed his desire to learn about horrifying lore, the origins of his SCARE PACKAGE 2 segment, how HOST was born from pandemic necessity, the controversial discourse and fallout from Jed and Rob’s reality-based follow-up DASHCAM, and his deep love for all things BLAIR WITCH, including his interesting (and star-filled) visit to Burkitsville.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker about to transition from short films to features and the boys offer their best strategies for keeping a crew happy and productive.

Ep 501: Doug Bradley Jan 09, 2023

Recorded LIVE during THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 7th annual YORKIETHON, actor Doug Bradley (“Pinhead” from the HELLRAISER franchise, NIGHTBREED, WRONG TURN 5, PUMPKINHEAD: ASHES TO ASHES) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From his humble beginnings as a theater actor in Liverpool where he first met Clive Barker… to the realization that acting was his one and only true calling… to the lifelong friendships he formed as part of “The Dog Company” local theater group and the career spanning creative partnerships that spawned from that special moment in time… to breaking the news to his parents that he was going to pursue acting and their reaction to him entering such an unforgiving profession… to the birth of HELLRAISER when Clive Barker first mentioned that he was working on putting together a low budget British horror film and that “there may be a part in it for you”… to the differences between crafting a performance for the stage versus the camera… to the many challenges created by performing under such heavy make-up/prosthetics (Doug could barely see anything at all while wearing the “Pinhead” contacts!)… to seeing the very first test footage of himself as “Pinhead”… to the lasting legacy of HELLRAISER… this conversation with one of the genre’s true icons was one of the many highlights of YORKIETHON 7! Joe even learns the answer to a burning question he’s had for about 30 years regarding “Pinhead’s” voice during an appearance on MTV!

Adam and Joe begin this episode with a recap of YORKIETHON 7. For a more complete breakdown of THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 7th annual marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue (including the full list of all 74 guests who appeared) click here: http://ariescope.com/2022/12/11/yorkiethon-7

Ep 500: Kevin Smith Jan 02, 2023

PUBLIC VERSION. For THE MOVIE CRYPT’s special 500th episode Adam, Joe, and Arwen sit down with one of their biggest cinematic heroes and a true icon of independent filmmaking… the great Kevin Smith (CLERKS 1-3, MALLRATS, DOGMA, CHASING AMY, RED STATE, TUSK, JAY AND SILENT BOB STRIKE BACK)! From an in-depth discussion about the changing landscape of theatrical film distribution and the joys of touring with a movie… to how the sound of a happy audience can keep you addicted to filmmaking no matter how painful and heartbreaking the process can be at times… to the importance of making the films you want to see as opposed to the films that you think might sell… to how Kevin defined his unique storytelling voice and created his own “View-Askew” universe… to turning what used to be known as “easter eggs” into “bread crumbs”… to the pros and cons of taking swings outside of whatever genre you may have first arrived in or be best known for working in… to Kevin’s philosophy that audiences who are yearning for something real and honest will forgive obvious budget limitations as long as they can feel that the movie they’re watching was made from the heart… to the importance of being both master of your cinematic ship and servant to your audience… to always putting on a great show for the people who showed up and not worrying about the people who didn’t… to how Kevin recovered from Hollywood disillusionment and a near life ending heart attack… there are few artists who embody THE MOVIE CRYPT’s “never give up” mantra as perfectly as Kevin Smith who (even after 30 years in the business) continues to believe that movies can save the world. Prepare to learn, to laugh, and to cry with this beautiful and highly inspirational conversation that was 500 weeks in the making.

To our beloved Patrons who support this weekly podcast and who we in turn have continued to work so hard for week after week for the last decade- we share this amazing milestone with YOU. Thank you for 500 episodes! We have no doubt that you’re going to enjoy the hell out of the 2nd hour of this fantastic conversation! - AG, JL, & A

Ep 499: Heather Langenkamp Dec 26, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Recorded LIVE at the very end THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 7th annual YORKIETHON, actress Heather Langenkamp (A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET, THE MIDNIGHT CLUB) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her legacy as the star of one of the most beloved and important genre films of all time. From the power of Wes Craven’s simple yet groundbreaking “don’t fall asleep” hook… to the timeless icon created with “Freddy Krueger”… to audiences creating their own interpretations and finding their own values in the franchise’s many sequels… to how Heather truly feels about the industry term “final girl”… to the making of Heather’s latest series THE MIDNIGHT CLUB (currently on Netflix)… to Heather’s love of animals and the importance of animal rescue… this was the perfect conversation to end this year’s week-long, 48-hours of live entertainment! It was our best show yet and we wound up raising just under $30,000.00 for our friends at Save A Yorkie Rescue!

To see the complete list of all 74 guests who appeared on YORKIETHON 7 check out the NEWS item on the ArieScope website here: http://ariescope.com/2022/12/11/yorkiethon-7/

Ep 498: Parker Finn Dec 19, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Parker Finn (SMILE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey so far. From struggling to make ends meet after college and making short films… to the two shorts that he felt showed what he can actually do (THE HIDEBEHIND and LAURA HASN’T SLEPT)… to the attention that LAURA HASN’T SLEPT received by being selected for the doomed 2020 South By Southwest Film Festival (it was cancelled due to COVID) and being watched by curious industry executives through a private link with a leaked password… to the development of SMILE and all of the things that almost went wrong through the production process… to SMILE not even looking like it would be released in theaters… to SMILE’s jaw dropping 200+ million box office take worldwide in 2022… Parker’s story is not the overnight success you may think it was! This episode is the perfect dose of inspiration complete with an amazing happy ending!

Ep 497: Sarah Lind Dec 12, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Actress Sarah Lind (EDGEMONT, WOLFCOP) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her long career journey working on both the big and small screen from an early age and the making of her latest film A WOUNDED FAWN (now streaming on Shudder). With a twisted new take on toxic masculinity, FAWN is a subversion of the slasher film with a healthy heaping of Greek Mythology to boot! From collaborating with her long time partner director Travis Stevens (JAKOB’S WIFE)… to working with on-screen with Josh Ruben (WEREWOLVES WITHIN)… to the discipline of shooting on film… to crafting the perfect final shot of a film… Sarah shares a ton of great tales from her years of experience honing her craft and a detailed, behind the curtain look at one of the most unique horror films you will see this year!

Ep 496: Maggie Levin Dec 05, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Maggie Levin (V/H/S 99: “Shredding,” INTO THE DARK: “ My Valentine,” MISS 2059) discuss her career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From growing up with a father who was a career musician and a mother who was a ballerina… to incorporating her passionate love of music into her story telling in other mediums… to creating her own opportunities working on countless short films and music videos as a producer, writer and director… to creating her own live club production in Los Angeles (THE ROCKY HORROR HIPSTER SHOW)… to directing 2nd unit on this year’s box office juggernaut THE BLACK PHONE… to the making of her punk AF segment in the new anthology V/H/S 99: “Shredding” (currently streaming on Shudder)… Maggie is an incredible example of an artist paving her own way rather than waiting for permission.

Don’t miss YORKIETHON VII: THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 7th annual 48 hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue! Kicking off on Sunday December 4th and streaming daily through Saturday December 10th, YORKIETHON VII features over 70 guests, live music, live comedy, live script readings, live film commentaries, and Arwen’s Silent Auction with every penny raised going to help give abandoned and abused dogs a second chance!

Ep 495: Noah Segan & Victoria Moroles Nov 28, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor/filmmaker Noah Segan (KNIVES OUT, STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI, BRICK) and actress Victoria Moroles (TEEN WOLF, NEVER HAVE I EVER) join Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss the making of their new film BLOOD RELATIVES (now streaming on Shudder). Dedicating almost the entire conversation to the making of their new horror/comedy, Noah discusses crafting the script, directing himself as an actor, and how he injected such a personal amount of heart into such a fantastical story about vampires. Both actors detail their individual journeys becoming the characters and what they took away from the production process. As an added bonus, Noah goes into detail about how he got the project financed and turned BLOOD RELATIVES into a living, breathing, and bleeding feature film!

Don’t miss a single minute of YORKIETHON 7, The Movie Crypt’s 7th annual 48 hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue starting Sunday December 4th and streaming daily through Saturday December 10th on www.ArieScope.com! Featuring over 70 guests, live music, live comedy, live script readings, live film commentaries, and Arwen’s Silent Auction, it’s the podcast event of the year!

Ep 494: Alex Phillips Nov 21, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Alex Phillips (ALL JACKED UP AND FULL OF WORMS (now streaming on Screambox) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to share his journey directing his debut feature film. Starting off with a geek-out over the boys’ shared love of provocative/transgressive cinema (films like BRAIN DAMAGE, PINK FLAMINGOS, and REQUIEM FOR A DREAM), Alex discusses the trials of shooting a no-budget feature in Chicago during the pandemic… the “body horror” films that inspired him… the art of a good zoom shot… being a “worm” wrangler on a film set… and making provocative movies during a conservative time for the arts. How can you not be interested in a movie called ALL JACKED UP AND FULL OF WORMS!? Seriously, if this conversation about the wild and wormy side of filmmaking doesn’t at least make you slightly curious to see Alex’s film then you may be watching too much LifetimeTV.

Also… Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient having trouble re-connecting with his true self on the other side of a difficult divorce, Alex confesses to eating a worm to impress a girl, and the boys experience a synchronized puckering of their a**holes with the realization that YORKIETHON 7 is now upon them.

Don’t miss a single minute of THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 7th annual 48 hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue starting Sunday December 4th and streaming daily through Saturday December 10th on www.ArieScope.com! Featuring over 70 guests, live music, live comedy, live script readings, live film commentaries, and Arwen’s Silent Auction, it’s the podcast event of the year!

Ep 493: Marc Senter Nov 14, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor and producer Marc Senter (THE LOST, STARRY EYES, TALES OF HALLOWEEN, THE DEVIL’S CARNIVAL, RED WHITE & BLUE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey, his process as an actor, and the making of his latest film OLD MAN (now available on VOD and digital). From a kid in Colorado who “just wanted to dance”… to getting the acting bug and making the move to Los Angeles… to how he approaches the audition process… to his unforgettable break out performance as “Ray Pye” in THE LOST (did he really wear crushed cans inside of his boots?)… to stepping into the role of producer and getting the ball rolling on bringing the screenplay for OLD MAN to life… to filming with acclaimed director and dear friend of this podcast Lucky McKee (Episode 137) and starring opposite the great Stephen Lang (Episode 349) during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic… Marc’s passion for his craft and the choices he has made as a performer have made him one of the most interesting and exciting actors to watch over the last two decades.

This episode’s “Hollywood Therapy” segment addresses the aftermath of a family member’s suicide. For listeners who may find the subject too upsetting and wish to skip it, the segment begins around the 36 minute mark and ends around the 49 minute mark. If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline by dialing 988 on your phone. If you are outside of the United States text GO to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor through the Crisis Text Line, a global not-for-profit organization that is free, confidential, and available 24/7.

Ep 492: "Stalkers" Roundtable Nov 07, 2022

This episode contains personal and candid discussions that include sexual assault and murder. THE MOVIE CRYPT’s special roundtable series continues as hosts Adam Green and Joe Lynch sit down with Cerina Vincent (CABIN FEVER, NOT ANOTHER TEEN MOVIE) and Deborah Voorhees (FRIDAY THE 13TH: A NEW BEGINNING, 13 FANBOY) to discuss their personal experiences with stalkers ranging from on-line harassment to life threatening physical altercations. A dark side of the entertainment industry that is not addressed publicly nearly enough, this conversation about the dangerous stalking epidemic is an incredibly important dialogue to have as 1 out of every 3 women will sadly encounter a stalker in their lifetime whether they are a public figure or not. As with all of our roundtable specials, we hope that you will continue this conversation with your own friends and family. Most importantly, if you or someone you know is dealing with a stalker we hope that you will take every suggested and available precaution to protect yourself. For more information, resources, and help please do not wait to contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or The Stalking Prevention, Awareness, and Resource Center (SPARC) at www.StalkingAwareness.org We also suggest Gavin de Becker’s international bestseller "THE GIFT OF FEAR - Survival Signals That Protect Us From Violence" which is available here.

Ep 491: Thomas Jane Oct 31, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor/Director/Producer Thomas Jane (BOOGIE NIGHTS, THE MIST, THE PUNISHER) has been paying his dues in Hollywood ever since sleeping in his classic Camaro to pay for acting lessons and making sets on Santa Monica Blvd’s “Theater Row.” Since his humble beginnings, Tom has carved out quite an eclectic career in both studio and independent films, even creating a production company to foster his latest project, the influencer-inspired Vampire romp SLAYERS (now available on VOD, SVOD and in select theaters). From dropping out of high school… to honing his craft in a Bollywood film… to learning how to walk correctly from an esteemed character actor… to landing the iconic role of the hair positive gigolo “Todd Parker” in Paul Thomas Anderson’s seminal porn industry epic BOOGIE NIGHTS… to walking away from a potential franchise (THE PUNISHER series) when it was not going in a direction that he was comfortable with and making his OWN Punisher short instead… to the controversial ending of Frank Darabont’s cult classic THE MIST… Tom opens up about the many unique choices that he’s made along his incredible career journey so far.

Tom and the boys also talk about what it’s like cultivating the image of masculinity in modern film and television, Joe shares a story about the time he and Tom almost worked together, and Adam helps pay for his dentist’s second and third summer homes in the Hamptons.

Ep 490: Peter Atkins Oct 24, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Writer Peter Atkins (HELLBOUND: HELLRAISER II, HELLRAISER III: HELL ON EARTH, HELLRAISER: BLOODLINE, WISHMASTER) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey… to hell and back! From a blue collar aspiring rock musician living in Liverpool to becoming one of the most pivotal artists to ever create within the great Clive Barker’s sandbox and the iconic HELLRAISER franchise…this deep dive into everything Cenobite would satisfy even “Uncle Frank’s” darkest desires! How did a disastrous economy wind up providing just the right opportunity for Peter at just the right time? What was Peter’s writing process and creative collaboration with Clive actually like? What was actually shot for the HELLRAISER sequels and what was torn out of Peter’s screenplays before cameras ever rolled? What scenes were cut in the editing process? Does Peter think that fans will ever see the rumored cutting room floor moments that fans have been whispering about on-line for decades? What was the initial reaction to such a highly sexualized and taboo genre film that arrived at a time when traditional slashers still ruled the box office? “Pinhead” fans, this conversation/geek out will “tear your soul apart” (in a good way)!

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a screenwriter who has unexpectedly found himself writing “one for them,” Adam reveals a morbid detail about his first kiss, and the boys announce the official dates for YORKIETHON VII!

Ep 489: Joseph & Vanessa Winter Oct 17, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmakers Joseph and Vanessa Winter (V/H/S 99) discuss their career journeys together and the making of what Adam, Joe, and Arwen hail as “one of their favorite genre films of 2022” - DEADSTREAM! From meeting in film school and discovering just how well they worked together… to making their partnership official as both a filmmaking team and a married couple… to the importance of having a life partner who truly understands the absurdity of the entertainment business… to the ways that having children actually helped compartmentalize their work life and made their working hours even more productive than ever before… to what it was like to graduate film school and launch their careers right as the distribution landscape began its massive transformation from physical media to streaming… to making short films and short form content together for a full decade before making their first feature (DEADSTREAM - now streaming on Shudder)… to learning that it was far more productive to focus on their craft and telling the kinds of stories they actually wanted to tell as opposed to chasing trends or trying to create “viral hits”… to the importance of building their own film family in their home state of Utah… to the making of their absolutely incredible segment for V/H/S 99 (“To Hell and Back”)… to the perils of hanging wallpaper together… Joseph and Vanessa are perfect examples of filmmakers who are making big things happen for themselves TODAY and the journey they have taken so far is sure to connect with aspiring filmmakers everywhere! Help save a child from having their Halloween ruined by watching the 24th annual ArieScope Halloween short film “COSTUME CRUELTY” now playing on www.ArieScope.com and on the ArieScope youTube channel!

Ep 488: Chris McKenna Oct 10, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor Chris McKenna (KING OF THE ANTS, THE BLACKLIST) has had skin in the Hollywood game for decades. Since he first began singing and dancing as a child, Chris has performed on the stage, on television, and in feature films… and his long career has been filled with highs, lows, ups, downs and everything in between! From having supportive parents who were willing to take him into NYC over and over again for auditions… to embarking on a long run in soap operas where he not only honed his craft but also had his very first kiss (on screen!)… to attending college at Hofstra University (around the same exact time as Adam!) and having a disappointing audition for a major film surprisingly turn into the next major step forward in his career… to working with the late Stuart Gordon on KING OF THE ANTS where he delivered one of the most raw and uncompromising roles of his career… to playing leading roles in the much heralded RE-ANIMATOR: THE MUSICAL and the controversial TASTE… to most recently working with Joe on A SUITABLE FLESH (title tentative)… this funny, inspiring, and shockingly honest conversation is one that you won’t soon forget.

Ep 487: Ben Rock Returns! Oct 03, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Ben Rock (ALIEN RAIDERS, CURSE OF THE BLAIR WITCH, 20 SECONDS TO LIVE, VIDEO PALACE) returns to THE MOVIE CRYPT in one of the most enjoyable, candid, and revealing episodes of 2022! (O.G. Crypt Keepers will remember Ben’s first appearance on the podcast way back on Episode 68 almost exactly 8 years ago to the day that this episode will premiere!) From the joys of being a new father and balancing family life with a career that tends to consume every waking moment… to the creative excitement of telling stories in different mediums including film, television, live theater, short form episodic, and scripted audio series… to the making of Ben’s new audio series CATCHERS (premiering October 27th on Audible) and the craft of creating a great creature-horror story without being able to rely on visuals… to the surprisingly affordable technical equipment that artists can use to create a professional, high quality audio series… to an in-depth conversation in the second hour of the episode about Ben’s secret contribution to the HATCHET universe and the sharing of brutally honest war stories from the swamp that have never been discussed publicly until now… this extended length (2 hour and 18 minutes for Patrons!), incredibly inspiring, and hilarious episode is one for the MOVIE CRYPT history books.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient wondering when it is OK to walk away from a production that has become a total mess, Adam reveals the secret sauce(s) to “Victor Crowley’s” voice, and the boys announce their annual FREE MOVIE CRYPT LIVE WEEKEND coming up this Sunday October 9th! Join in the fun and see what you’ve been missing by not being a Patreon member of THE MOVIE CRYPT LIVE tier! It all starts this Sunday at 8am PST/11am PST EST with “It’s The Great Halloween Pre-Show, Arwen!” - a 2 hour Halloween celebration from DJ Green and M.C. Licks-A-Lot filled with their favorite Halloween cartoons, vintage holiday TV commercials, spooky music videos, Halloween songs, and more! Then at 10am PST / 1pm EST its MOVIE CRYPT LIVE where you can enjoy the live episode and interact with Adam, Joe, Arwen, and the other audience members in the live chat! Including games like “What Won’t Shaq Sell?”, “Disgusting Statement or Cannibal Corpse Song?”, ‘Ruin an Activity” and more - you’re sure to have a great time! It’s all FREE! See www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt for details!

Ep 486: Zach Cregger Sep 26, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker and actor Zach Cregger (THE WHITEST KIDS YOU KNOW, WRECKED) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his journey making the box office hit BARBARIAN - the #1 movie in America at the time of this recording! Zach details the 2+ year process of writing the kind of movie he wanted to see… to the non-stop rejection and being told it wouldn’t work… to finding the right producers to shepherd the project… to shooting in Bulgaria… to the incredible early critical response… to what it’s like seeing his film have a #1 opening weekend in theaters. It’s as current and as inspiring a story as you’re possibly going to get - and if this conversation doesn’t get you to sit down, start writing, and go for it then we’re not sure what else possibly could! The boys also discuss Adam’s upcoming 24th annual Halloween short film and the difficult tight rope between making a solid horror/comedy and “campy” cult classic.

Kick your Halloween off in style next weekend by joining us for our annual FREE MOVIE CRYPT LIVE event! Our monthly LIVE show is normally reserved for our beloved Patrons in the MOVIE CRYPT LIVE tier and above, but once a year we make it FREE for everybody to take part in and next week YOU’RE invited to come and enjoy the show! It all starts next Sunday October 9th at 8am PST/11am EST with “It’s The Great Halloween Pre-Show, Arwen!” - a 2 hour Halloween celebration from DJ Green and M.C. Licks-A-Lot filled with their favorite Halloween cartoons, vintage Halloween TV commercials, spooky music videos, Halloween songs, and more! Then at 10am PST / 1pm EST join us for MOVIE CRYPT LIVE where you can be part of the show by interacting with the boys, lending your opinion to the topics being discussed, and trying your luck at some of our favorite MOVIE CRYPT LIVE games like “What Won’t Shaq Sell?”, “Disgusting Statement or Cannibal Corpse Song?”, “Ruin an Activity” and more! Come on- it’s FREE! That means even YOU can afford it! See www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt for details!

Ep 485: Petr Jákl Sep 19, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. International filmmaker Petr Jákl (GHOUL 3-D, KAJINEK) may have begun his film career as a stunt performer and actor in such genre flicks like XXX and ALIEN vs PREDATOR but he actually started out in the Czech Republic as an Olympic Games hopeful in Judo before his dreams were sidelined by an unfortunate injury, thus sending him off on a new adventure in the visual arts. Now, after years in front and behind the camera producing films with the likes of Samuel L Jackson and George Clooney and directing smaller films, Petr has directed his biggest film to date, the epic, sweeping period adventure film MEDIEVAL, based on the true story of fifteenth century Czech Icon and warlord Jan Ziska who battled against the odds during the Holy Roman Empire. Boasting one of the most impressive international casts in a while, including Ben Foster, Matthew Goode, Til Schweiger and THE Michael Caine (!), Petr takes the audience on a historical journey with copious amounts of action, gore and excitement and takes the boys along on his own adventure from Olympic contender to big-budget filmmaker and all the trials and tribulations along the way one can only expect from show business, which can be even bloodier and more harrowing than any skirmish with the Teutonic Order. Petr also discusses how he became inspired by filmmakers while working on-sets, learning what to do (and NOT to do) to create movie magic, working with his father on the script based on a legendary icon in his country, how BRAVEHEART was a major inspiration MEDIEVAL and even his time working with Joe on the found footage film GHOUL 3-D (which at the time was the first 3-D film of its type before being hindered by distribution issues). Also, Dr. Arwen provides "Hollywood Therapy" for a patient in search of a wider audience.

Ep 484: Damien Leone Sep 12, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Damien Leone (TERRIFIER, TERRIFIER 2, ALL HALLOWS’ EVE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to share his journey in one of best discussions about making a slasher film that you’ll hear this year. From being named after “Damien” in THE OMEN and being introduced to horror films at age 3… to falling in love with the art of special make-up effects and making his own short films… to quickly deciding that college wasn’t his path and putting money into a short film to serve as his calling card instead… to being recruited to direct an anthology (ALL HALLOWS’ EVE) by a producer who saw his short on YouTube… to the genesis of “Art the Clown”… to making TERRIFIER on a ridiculously low budget by wearing so many key hats on the production himself… to the film’s slow climb to success through word of mouth and the excitement of horror fans… to the long road to making the highly anticipated sequel (TERRIFIER 2 - in theaters October 6th) and everything that goes into creating a great villain that connects with genre fans… this 2 hour filmmaker on filmmaker conversation is like taking a Slasher 101 course at Horror University… if Horror University was a thing.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for an aspiring artist who is feeling like his chance at going pro may have passed him by, a slasher gauntlet is thrown down, and the boys announce the very first details about YORKIETHON 7 - coming this Christmas! As usual, the juiciest bits are in the second hour. (We love you, Patrons!)

Start getting the full versions of every new episode by supporting THE MOVIE CRYPT for just $1 a month at www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt. Psst! The moment you sign up you’ll be able to access the full versions of every new episode from the past 2+ years! What are you waiting for?!

Ep 483: Neil LaBute Sep 05, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Celebrated filmmaker and playwright Neil LaBute (IN THE COMPANY OF MEN, NURSE BETTY, DEATH AT A FUNERAL, LAKEVIEW TERRACE, YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS, THE WICKER MAN) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his craft in creating some of the most provocative and beautifully honest cinema and theater of the last 25 years. From growing up in a blue collar family with a father that didn’t initially view filmmaking as a real career… to shooting his first feature film without any prior filmmaking experiences… to welcoming the collaboration of cast and crew when blocking a scene… to the power of a master shot and using coverage sparingly… to how he approaches scenes that require intense intimacy between actors… to the creative leeway of shooting independently despite the sacrifice of resources… to the incredible value of spending quality time with cast during pre-production… to the benefits of casting fresh faces and just how much an audience can forget that they are watching a performance… to critics and audiences projecting a character’s worst behavior onto the filmmaker personally… to the making of his latest film HOUSE OF DARKNESS (in theaters September 9th and on-demand/digital September 13th)… to revealing which one of his films was actually shot to be in black and white… this conversation with one of the industry’s most daring, artistic, and important voices is one that will hopefully inspire you to create the art you truly want to create rather than conforming to whatever is currently considered en vogue and safe.

This Christmas the biggest podcast event of the year is going to get even bigger! The first announcement for YORKIETHON 7 is coming in next week’s episode!

Ep 482: Bill Watterson Aug 29, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Bill Watterson (DAVE MADE A MAZE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey and take a deep dive into directing tricks and techniques. From Bill finding his way to Los Angeles through running away from things feeling stalled at home… to the pros and cons of signing with a major agency versus a smaller agency… to the storytelling benefits of using “oners” that change from wide shots to close-ups within the same shot… to shooting “oners…with coverage” and long takes at different performance speeds when time permits as a safety to have in editing… to the benefits of pulling off a simple insert shot at the very start of a shooting day to control the politics of the daily production report… to the artistic joy of shooting something as unique as DAVE MADE A MAZE and the incredibly talented crew that such a “different” project can actually attract… you’ll be itching to grab a camera and go be YOU by the end of this extremely passionate conversation!

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a storyteller who is suffering from a major life tragedy that seems to have disenchanted his will to write and Bill explains how sometimes it’s right when things are at their absolute worst that a light can suddenly arrive at the end of your dark tunnel.

Ep 481: Jeff Lieberman Aug 22, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Jeff Lieberman (SATAN’S LITTLE HELPER, SQUIRM, JUST BEFORE DAWN, BLUE SUNSHINE, REMOTE CONTROL) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his long career. From the pros and cons of 35mm vs DCP, vinyl records/analogue recordings vs CDs/digital files, Blu-Ray vs VHS… to how Jeff wasn’t even a fan of movies (“Why spend 2 hours of a date sitting in silence and staring at a screen together when you could be talking to each other instead?”) until he saw Michelangelo Antonioni’s BLOW-UP (1966) - a transformative cinematic experience that completely changed his direction in life… to how the positive affirmation and encouragement of a teacher made him realize that he was actually a talented writer… to how an anti-drug short film he made in 1972 (THE RINGER) helped secure him as the director for his screenplay SQUIRM in 1976… to why it’s a compliment to hear from fans that he “messed up their childhood”… to the real life horror movie set up that inspired Jeff’s big film that got away… to how a film’s score can be a disservice to creating true suspense… to a lesson in Hollywood accounting… to the writing of his new book DAY OF THE LIVING ME: ADVENTURES OF A SUBVERSIVE CULT FILMMAKER FROM THE GOLDEN AGE (now available!)… this in-depth conversation with a true legend of cinema is as enjoyable as it is educational.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener worried about going crazy between gigs and Jeff reveals how dancing with a gorilla on Halloween inspired SATAN’S LITTLE HELPER and the real reason why most fans don’t even realize that he wrote the second sequel to a beloved 80’s children’s movie.

Ep 480: Andrew Traucki Aug 15, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Andrew Traucki (THE REEF, BLACK WATER, THE JUNGLE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey and the making of his latest shark thriller THE REEF: STALKED. From a university student pursuing a science major… to how a chance visit to a film set opened his eyes to filmmaking and completely changed his path… to his love of the survival thriller genre as opposed to fantastical monsters or gorefests… to how much more effective the theater of an audience’s mind is when creating fear as opposed to actually showing the audience everything on screen… to the many difficulties that come with filming in the elements/outdoors and the perils that come with shooting scenes in (and under) water… to how savvy audience's have become to visual effects/green screen and why practical locations are pivotal in an effective survival thriller… to the pros and cons of shooting with multiple cameras… Andrew shares the challenging process of making THE REEF: STALKED (currently in select theaters and available to stream on Shudder).

Dr. Arwen’s office was closed for a private therapy session this week but Andrew and the boys have their own impromptu therapy session together over on-line “critics” who tear down films that they couldn’t have possibly seen yet and when filmmakers are given “thank you” credits on IMDB for films they have never even heard of.

Ep 479: Felicia Day Aug 08, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Writer, Producer, Creator, Actress, and Geek Culture Icon Felicia Day (THE GUILD, MYSTERY SCIENCE THEATER 3000, DR. HORRIBLE’S SING-ALONG BLOG, SUPERNATURAL, EUREKA, THE FLOG, TABLE TOP) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her incredible career journey. From her game changing decision to stop waiting for opportunities to come her way and create her own award winning and ground breaking web series THE GUILD (now featured in the Smithsonian)… to becoming an artistic hero and paving the way for so many others to stop waiting and start creating… to learning the harsh reality that the Hollywood system doesn’t know what to make of “outside of the box” talent and that being a self-made success doesn’t exactly translate to feature film and TV series deals with the major studios and networks… to launching her own content platform GEEK & SUNDRY and the immense pressures that came with producing 40 hours of weekly content with extremely limited resources for the monumental task at hand… to coming to the realization that being a healthy human being would make her a much better artist than just being a work-a-holic and making the difficult decision to walk away from GEEK & SUNDRY… to how the exhausting experience disenchanted her desire to write for almost 5 years… to Felicia’s process for recording books on tape and why she felt the need to give trigger warnings to her fan base with her latest audio-book THE HONEY TRAP (now available on audible)… Felicia is one of the most inspirational examples of an artist who stopped waiting for permission and started doing her art, her way.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker who managed to scare away their previous therapist and Felicia and the boys geek out over their shared love for THE WRAITH (1986) in this incredible conversation with a true creative titan.

Ep 478: Addison Heimann Aug 01, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Addison Heimann joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his journey writing and directing HYPOCHONDRIAC- a film that reflects his own mental health breakdown. From starting out acting and writing in the theater before acting, writing, and producing for various short films… to creating his own opportunity to direct his debut film by bravely writing a screenplay so deeply personal that he was unquestionably the right director for the job… to the various lens tricks Addison used to convey the emotional core of his story… to the extreme highs of touring the film in the worldwide festival circuit and the joys of sharing the experience with fellow filmmakers he has befriended along the way… to how developing a strict structure to his daily life and setting personal boundaries has helped Addison be able to continually discuss the making of his film during the promotional process without having to relive the mental anguish that inspired it… to the importance of being able to “make decisions and be nice” as a first time director… to unabashedly wearing his inspirations on his sleeve while remaining confident in his own unique voice… Addison’s experience making HYPOCHONDRIAC (currently playing in select theaters and available on-demand / digitally as of August 4, 2022) will surely speak to the aspiring filmmakers who listen to THE MOVIE CRYPT podcast all over the world.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a video game creator who is having trouble finishing the game he is working on due to new (and possibly better) ideas constantly pulling his focus away and Addison shares how he found his people and his film family within the horror genre… and why it is so important to never let those people go now that he has found them.

Ep 477: Rob Savage Jul 25, 2022

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Filmmaker Rob Savage (HOST, DASHCAM) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From directing music videos and episodic television that felt more like “gigs” as opposed to his true artistic calling… to finding inspiration in what filmmakers like David F. Sandberg were doing by creating brilliant short films to gain consideration for studio level film work… to how he methodically went about making his phenomenal short film SALT (2017) which ultimately showed the industry that his talent could not be ignored… to how his found-Zoom-footage film HOST (released just 4 months into the global COVID-19 pandemic) proved to be exactly the right movie at exactly the right time… to his decision to immediately follow up HOST with a second found footage horror film (DASHCAM) and his controversial choice in making the movie's protagonist such an extremely polarizing character… to how he managed to make and release both films while simultaneously bringing his next film to life (the adaptation of Stephen King’s THE BOOGEYMAN - currently in post-production)… you’re gonna need a nap after you hear how hard Rob was working through the pandemic while so many others were binge watching TV shows, learning how to make sourdough bread, and grandstanding on social media! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient looking to manage their stress levels without self-medicating, the group discusses the benefit of embracing resource limitations and using imposed restrictions as a creative advantage, and the boys are reminded that "Park Avenue leads to Skid Row" in this wickedly motivating conversation.

Ep 476: Kim Coates Returns Jul 18, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor and MOVIE CRYPT “Hall of Fame” guest Kim Coates (SONS OF ANARCHY, WATERWORLD, GOON, BLACK HAWK DOWN, PEARL HARBOR) returns to catch up with Adam, Joe, and Arwen about all that he has been up to since his last appearance on the podcast 5 years ago (Episode 196 - February 15, 2017). From the making of Kim’s latest film NEON LIGHTS (now available On-Demand and Digital) and what it was like shooting the psychological thriller at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic… to what it was like starring in the film alongside his daughter- actress Brenna Coates… to the making of Kim’s upcoming HBO series THE WHITE HOUSE PLUMBERS… to Kim’s triumphant return to the SOA universe in the latest season of MAYANS… to how Kim stays so down to earth… to how Kim deals with paparazzi… to the original much darker ending of WATERWORLD that the world never got to see… to what it was like shooting nude scenes on SONS OF ANARCHY and which actor was the toughest member of SAMCRO in real life … this candid conversation is such a blast that it’s easy to see why Kim remains one of THE MOVIE CRYPT’s absolute most beloved guests 9+ years into the life of the podcast!

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a writer looking for the right place to start and Kim reveals the one personality trait that he credits as the secret to his success!

Ep 475: Tim Seeley Returns Jul 11, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Comic creator and screenwriter Tim Seeley (HACK/SLASH, REVIVAL, REVEALER) follows up his LIVE Yorkiethon 5 appearance from 2020 with this far more comprehensive discussion about his career journey. Starting with how Tim made the most of the pandemic while under lockdown with a brand new baby at home… to turning lemons into lemonade by writing REVEALER (now streaming on Shudder) under incredibly specific COVID-safe parameters and in an insanely short amount of time… to how Tim’s comic book experience proved invaluable in writing the screenplay… to shooting the movie during the height of the pandemic when quarantine was still the norm and vaccines were still a long time away… to going way back to the very beginning and how Tim went from a child comic book fan to the creator of one of the most beloved comic series in the horror genre (HACK/SLASH)… to the importance of recognizing the difference between art that you admire and art that you yourself can excel at… this conversation exploring the creative process is one that fans and fellow artists will surely benefit from hearing!

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a returning patient who has followed every MOVIE CRYPT suggestion and is now just trying to get her work read by the right people, Tim gives the boys a full update on where things stand with turning HACK/SLASH into a film or series, and Adam and Joe reveal a story about the time they went to a strip club together.

Ep 474: Spider One Jul 04, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Musician and filmmaker Spider One (lead singer of POWERMAN 5000, ALLEGORIA, TV’s DEATH VALLEY) stops by the ArieScope studio to share his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From a punk rocker growing up in Northern Massachusetts… to a rapper getting airplay and huge accolades on Boston radio… to forming the successful platinum selling rock band POWERMAN 5000… to producing MTV’s DEATH VALLEY… to an on-air personality hosting all kinds of interviews and events for FEARnet… to his feature film directorial debut ALLEGORIA (on Shudder and VOD August 2nd) and his already-in-the-can follow up BURY THE BRIDE… Spider One is one of the best examples of an artist who is constantly and fearlessly evolving, challenging, and transforming himself into whatever his creative passions pull him towards. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker at an “option it or make it myself” crossroads and the boys discuss the pros and cons of dating someone else in the industry.

Ep 473: Spencer Charnas Jun 27, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Musician Spencer Charnas (lead singer of ICE NINE KILLS) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope studio to share his incredible career journey from playing clubs in the Boston area to sharing stadium stages all over the world alongside juggernauts like METALLICA and SLIPKNOT.

From playing cover songs in a punk/ska band in High School… to making the decision to pursue music for his lifelong career and taking the time to truly learn the business… to never giving up no matter how badly the odds were stacked against him… to how Spencer’s decision to creatively lean into the horror genre he loves so much changed the game for ICE NINE KILLS … to recognizing the power that music videos can still have in a post-MTV era and utilizing the art form to its fullest extent by passionately making extremely well crafted and extraordinarily high quality productions to accompany INK’s music… to Spencer’s song writing process and where he finds his lyrical inspiration… to getting “the call” to come open for METALLICA… to meeting Lars Ulrich for the first time and the legendary drummer’s unforgettable first words to Spencer… to becoming the band that KERRANG! hails as “Horrorcore Icons”… this is a conversation that you are going to wish never had to end. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a screenwriter seeking other screenwriters, Joe gets real about a current summer blockbuster, and Adam and Spencer remember the great SPOOKYWORLD.

To find out more information about ICE NINE KILLS’ upcoming “Silver Scream Con” (August 26th - 28th in Danvers, MA) visit: www.SilverScreamCon.com

Ep 472: Dean Cameron Jun 20, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor and filmmaker Dean Cameron (“Chainsaw” from SUMMER SCHOOL, BAD DREAMS, ROCKULA, SKI SCHOOL 1 & 2, IT’S ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA, WE BARE BEARS, SHAMELESS, WILL & GRACE, ALF and so many more) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his career journey. From stealing the show at just 6 years old when he starred in a play alongside his father… to performing in plays as a teenager alongside actors like John Ritter and Eric Stoltz… to moving to Los Angeles right out of High School and working odd jobs for 4 years before beginning to work steadily as an actor… to the crushing disappointment of the first TWO major roles he booked not actually happening… to knowing from the moment he read the script for SUMMER SCHOOL that the role of “Chainsaw” was absolutely going to be his… to the important lesson that director Carl Reiner taught him during his audition… to the late 90's when the exciting roles were no longer coming his way… to finding himself so disenchanted with the industry that he stepped away and found himself once again working odd jobs like a computer programmer, a karaoke band musician, and a Las Vegas magician… to discovering that taking a break from Hollywood was precisely what he needed to fall in love with it all over again… to returning to his true calling by immersing himself in all aspects of storytelling (writing, directing, producing), working with friends and good people that he chooses to work with, and not giving a f*ck what anyone else thinks… Dean’s extremely clear, totally sincere, and brutally honest perspective on the entertainment industry is one that every artist (aspiring or veteran) will benefit from hearing. (SUMMER SCHOOL fans are going to have their minds blown by all of the behind the scenes anecdotes that Dean shares in the spectacular second half of this phenomenal episode!)

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a writer who has created an ideal set-up to write in but who is having trouble getting any actual writing accomplished… Dean wins Adam’s heart with his true love of metal… and the boys fail miserably at controlling their excitement over meeting one of their cinematic heroes in this heartfelt and fantastically fun conversation that is THE MOVIE CRYPT at its very best!

Ep 471: Charles Dorfman Jun 13, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Charles Dorfman (BARBARIANS) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey in this refreshingly honest filmmaker on filmmaker conversation about the long process of bringing an idea to the big screen for the first time. From a child enamored with his grandfather’s vast collection of VHS films… to reading every book about film directing that he could get his young hands on… to studying theater as a student at University where he initially started acting as a means to becoming a better director… to working as a development executive where he earned Associate Producer credits on films like THE KING’S SPEECH, SHAME, and TRACKS… to setting up his own theater company where he acted in several plays… to the long process of writing BARBARIANS while figuring out what exactly he wanted to do with his life… to how he ultimately came to the conclusion that if he would be directing the film he would not also act in it like he had originally planned… to the importance of always keeping an eye on the entire process of producing a film and not developing tunnel vision on only the task at hand… Charlie’s experience making BARBARIANS is one that aspiring filmmakers can surely gain insight and inspiration from.

Charlie also shares what 80’s soft rock song his film’s live foxes preferred to hear on set and the boys’ fingers get bitten when they fall down a YouTube rabbit hole in a discussion about why filmmakers and other content creators shouldn’t base the value of their work entirely on the number of views or “likes” each effort receives.

Ep 470: "Violence in Cinema" Roundtable Jun 06, 2022

THE MOVIE CRYPT’s special roundtable series continues as Adam sits down with Mick Garris (THE STAND, NIGHTMARE CINEMA), Darren Lynn Bousman (SAW 2-4, REPO! THE GENETIC ROCK OPERA) and Tom Six (THE HUMAN CENTIPEDE 1-3, THE ONANIA CLUB) to discuss violence in cinema and where they draw the line with the art that they put out into the world. From the films that disturbed them… to whether or not it is an artist’s responsibility to consider who might wind up seeing their work… to dealing with the MPAA’s often nonsensical editorial demands before release… to today’s “participation trophy culture”… to trying to push an audience’s limits in modern “woke” times where acting offended has become America’s new favorite pastime… to what each artist says they just would never personally do in a film… to how their perspectives may or may not have changed with age or becoming a parent… this conversation has never been more poignant than it is today. As with all of our roundtable episodes, we hope you will continue this conversation with your own friends and family the next time entertainment is blamed for a real life atrocity. Joe was on location directing his latest film when this roundtable was recorded but he weighs in with his perspective on the subject during an extended introduction.

This conversation was recorded on May 11, 2022, several weeks before the most recent string of mass shooting tragedies in the United States of America. To hear the roundtable that was specifically about gun violence, check out episode 459 which premiered on March 21, 2022.

Ep 469: Hannah Fierman May 30, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Actress and filmmaker Hannah Fierman (V/H/S, SIREN, ST. AGATHA, DARK CIRCLES, CREEPSHOW, VAMPIRE DIARIES) shares her career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From making ends meet financially in the early days… to the inspiration Hannah found in seeing Baz Luhrmann’s ROMEO + JULIET for the first time… to adapting the play she wrote for her college senior thesis into her first short film… to learning that the first feature film she ever acted in just so happens to be “huge in Nigeria”… to the success of V/H/S and the process of turning the segment that Hannah starred in (AMATEUR NIGHT) into a stand alone feature film (SIREN)… to studying the movements of both cats and bats in shaping her performance as “Lily” in V/H/S and SIREN… to stepping into the director’s chair on the upcoming DARK CIRCLES (currently in post-production)… to the beauty of being part of a filmmaking community filled with solid and reliable artists/friends you can call upon… to the importance of always continuing to move forward rather than dwelling on difficult past experiences… Hannah’s positive outlook and sincere love of storytelling is absolutely contagious.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” to a filmmaker who agreed to work on a project that is beginning to show some serious red flags, Hannah shares her strangest encounter with a fan, and Adam and Hannah profess their love for cinematographer Jan-Michael Losada (VICTOR CROWLEY, DARK CIRCLES) “one million percent” in this extremely enjoyable artist on artist conversation about the filmmaking process.

Ep 468: Akie Kotabe May 23, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor Akie Kotabe (EVERLY, THE BATMAN, THE FALCON AND THE WINTER SOLDIER, VENOM: LET THERE BE CARNAGE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From majoring in computer science at UT Austin before randomly noticing a casting call and on a whim actually auditioning… to bombing that very first audition but catching the acting bug… to fearing the odds of ever becoming an actor and deciding to move to Japan to teach English instead… to his mother’s passing causing him to go for broke and chase his real passion… to making the move to Southern California only to discover that Los Angeles wasn’t exactly as depicted in LAST ACTION HERO… to his days of working odd jobs doing everything from waitering to selling spoons as a telemarketer… to acting in student films and then booking his first TV commercial… to becoming a working actor in TV and film… to Akie’s deeply personal process in developing “Dead Man’s” motivation in EVERLY… to the importance of bringing a grounded point of view and realism to even the most supporting role in a film… Akie has remained as down to earth a guy as you’ll ever meet despite traversing through everything from TV commercials to performing in the biggest budget Hollywood blockbusters being made today.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a writer who feels like they may never write again due to their long haul COVID-19 symptoms and the guys share some of their most awkward celebrity encounters in this fantastic conversation that should be required listening for anyone who has ever wanted to pursue their passion instead of stick with the safer status quo.

Ep 467: Lola Blanc May 16, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Musician, actress, and filmmaker Lola Blanc (AMERICAN HORROR STORY: HOTEL, FATALE COLLECTIVE: BLEED) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for a heartfelt conversation about the personal side of the creative process and and the pressures an artist faces from an industry that’s always chasing after the next “hit.” From what can happen when you focus only on trying to create something that “everyone will like” rather than creating art that means something to you… to the internal scars that can inevitably develop when too much weight is put on outside opinions… to the crucial moment when your art is shared with an actual audience for the first time (a step that so many find themselves robbed of in today’s straight to streaming world)… the three artists discuss the life changing freedom that comes with not letting your art (or yourself) be defined by an externally perceived outcome.

Joe also professes his undying love for the drive-in and Adam steps outside again to discover that society is a much better place than what the last 6 years of social turmoil have painted the world to be. We have no doubt that by the end of this honest conversation you’ll feel inspired to create from the heart and not for the approval of the masses.

Ep 466: Robert Kurtzman May 09, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. In THE MOVIE CRYPT’s special 9th anniversary episode Adam, Joe, and Arwen are joined by make-up FX master and filmmaker Robert Kurtzman (EVIL DEAD 2, WISHMASTER, FROM DUSK TIL DAWN, THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE, SCREAM, BOOGIE NIGHTS, and SO many more)! Covering everything from Kurtzman’s childhood love of monsters and having his FANGORIA magazines taken away from him by the nuns in Catholic School… through his early days working for John Buechler and getting to travel the world making movies… through co-founding the legendary K.N.B. FX group with fellow artists Greg Nicotero and Howard Berger where the company would literally conquer the world of Hollywood special make-up FX… through stepping into the director’s chair with 1995’s THE DEMOLISIONIST, 1997’s WISHMASTER, 2007’s THE RAGE, 2007’s BURIED ALIVE, and 2010’s DEADLY IMPACT… through starting his own make-up FX company ROBERT KURTZMAN MUFX… the guys leave no life cast, silicone head, or foam latex body suit unturned in this candid conversation! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker who is struggling to reclaim the motivation he had before the pandemic seemingly erased all of his progress and the boys enjoy a monster-sized geek out over make-up FX in this milestone episode that celebrates 9 years of THE MOVIE CRYPT.

*THE MOVIE CRYPT premiered on May 6, 2013 and is one of the only podcasts on the internet that has never taken a week off. Even as two working filmmakers who are consistently directing new films and TV shows, Adam Green and Joe Lynch have released a new episode of this podcast every single Monday (some years even on Christmas Day!) ever since the day the first episode was released.

Ep 465: Michael Schultz May 02, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Director Michael Schultz is an absolute legend in film (THE LAST DRAGON, COOLEY HIGH, CAR WASH, DISORDERLIES, KRUSH GROOVE, SGT. PEPPER’S LONELY HEARTS CLUB BAND, etc) and one of the most prolific directors in television (THE ADVENTURES OF YOUNG INDIANA JONES, L.A. LAW, PICKET FENCES, FELICITY, ALLY MCBEAL, CHARMED, GILMORE GIRLS, BLACK-ISH, NEW GIRL, ARROW, CHUCK, etc). Starting out with a dream of serving in the United States Air Force, Schultz unexpectedly found himself pivoting into the theater where he would cast a (then) unknown actor named Al Pacino in one of his very first plays. Through sheer ambition, tenacity, and raw talent, Schultz would pave his own way into Hollywood. He would go on to direct some of the biggest actors, comedians, and musicians in the history of entertainment and now… 50 years later… Michael Schultz is one the most prolific directors in American television and a bonafide hero of Black cinema. Best of all, he has also managed to remain one of the most humble human beings you’ll ever be blessed to meet.

In this master class of an episode, Schultz shares his amazing career journey with a truly starstruck Adam, Joe, and Arwen. Prepare to be inspired, friends!

Ep 464: Aharon Keshales Apr 25, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Acclaimed filmmaker Aharon Keshales (RABIES, BIG BAD WOLVES) began his career as a teacher and critic of film before paring up with his former co-directing partner Navot Papushado (GUNPOWDER MILKSHAKE) to create some of the most provocative cinema in the last few years, including the first horror film out of Israel! Aharon discusses what it was like directing solo for the first time with his new film SOUTH OF HEAVEN (starring Jason Sudekis, Evangeline Lily & Shea Whigham and currently available on VOD) and reveals what it was like working as the main director for his first english language feature, which also happened to finish shooting right before the pandemic and edited during it.

Aharon and the boys also discuss how they first met in FrightFest while he was premiering RABIES, how Aharon pivoted from hardcore horror to more dark comedy in BIG BAD WOLVES (which was Quentin Tarantino’s favorite film of 2013) and how he strove not to be boxed into any particular genre. Keshales also discusses how SOUTH OF HEAVEN was written as a love letter to his wife, the art of the dynamic one-take shot, how he presents violence in his films, a fantastic alt-take on DIE HARD, and how filmmakers can present villains with sensitive sides and heroes with darker shades of grey.

Ep 463: Elisha Cuthbert Apr 18, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Actress Elisha Cuthbert (HAPPY ENDINGS, 24, ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK, OLD SCHOOL, THE GIRL NEXT DOOR, LOVE ACTUALLY, HOUSE OF WAX, and SO many more) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career journey. From the intensity of shooting a series as ambitious as 24… to her honest initial reaction to Richard Curtis’ screenplay for his genius romantic comedy LOVE ACTUALLY… to the choices that made Luke Greenfield’s THE GIRL NEXT DOOR such a classic coming of age film… to the disappointment of seeing how different of a movie CAPTIVITY became after an executive decision was made to shoot a whopping 30 pages of “new/additional scenes” after principal photography had already been completed… to Elisha’s amazing story about how sticking to her guns and speaking up lead to her being cast in HAPPY ENDINGS… to a super in-depth discussion about the making of her latest film THE CELLAR (now playing in theaters and streaming on SHUDDER) and what it was like filming in Ireland during the height of the global pandemic… this is an absolutely phenomenal conversation that you’re going to wish never had to end. (We could have easily gone on for another 2 hours if time had allowed!)

Unfortunately, there is no “Hollywood Therapy” segment this week as Arwen wasn’t feeling well (don’t worry, she went to the vet right after this recording and she’s already feeling much better) but Elisha was able to answer a bunch of your “Viewer Mail” questions before we ran out of time!

Ep 462: Deborah Voorhees Apr 11, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Deborah Voorhees (FRIDAY THE 13th PART 5, AVENGING ANGEL) has been one of the horror genre’s favorite Scream Queens ever since her work on the infamous 5th installment of the Jason Voorhees (no relation) saga, a role made even more iconic by the music video for Wolfie’s Just Fine’s “A New Beginning” in 2016. Now Deborah is back in the director’s chair for what could be her most personal work to date, a slasher film that delves into the world of stalkers and the trials of horror convention culture entitled 13 FANBOY. Her film boasts a “killer” cast (Dee Wallace, Corey Feldman, Kane Hodder, etc) and is already a huge hit on the Amazon charts! Deborah discusses how she started in the business, how 13 FANBOY was a passion project (not just for her but for many of the actors in her cast who regularly appear at cons), and the reasons she loves writing and directing even more than acting. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a writer who is feeling ready to take the next step with their initial ideas and outlines.

Ep 461: Chris Cullari & Jennifer Raite Apr 04, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaking team Chris Cullari & Jennifer Raite (12 DEADLY DAYS, THE SLEEPOVER) have been working together for years but it took a pandemic for the dynamic duo to hit the dirt (literally) and write and direct their first feature film, THE AVIARY, starring Malin Ackerman, Chris Messina and Lorenza Izzo (coming to theaters and VOD April 29th). Jennifer and Chris discuss how they met and persevered with a creative partnership well after they broke up as a couple… collaborating with Joe on the YouTube series 12 DEADLY DAYS… their writing process… and the challenges they faced conceiving, producing and distributing an indie film during a global pandemic.

Dr. Arwen pulls double duty in honor of having two guests and provides “Hollywood Therapy” for two listeners/patients! First, the good doctor and her translators tackle professional etiquette when geeking out over a celebrity co-worker. Then, Hollywood’s favorite Yorkie advises a new podcaster on how to get listeners to tune into their niche podcast!

Ep 460: Joe Swanberg Mar 28, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Joe Swanberg (DRINKING BUDDIES, YOU’RE NEXT, Netflix’s LOVE) is one of the most prolific artists working today. Writer, director, producer, actor, editor, cinematographer… he literally does it all! Swanberg sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey from aspiring basketball player to filmmaker… the films and filmmakers of the mid-80’s to mid-90’s that inspired him while working at Hollywood Video… how he prioritizes projects that “can be made tomorrow” rather than investing years developing giant productions that may never ever get made at all… how working with Adam Wingard helped teach him how to make really good movies really fast… and how he turned a combination of fear and major life changes like becoming a father, getting divorced, and being broke into the very fuel that kept him churning out project after project in his 20’s and 30’s. Swanberg also discusses acting in Mickey Keating’s latest film OFFSEASON which opened in theaters on March 11th and is currently available on VOD and digital!

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker unsure of just how much time, energy, and money to spend promoting and traveling with a short film on the festival circuit and Swanberg reveals where you can now finally stream his earlier previously impossible to find films in this total geek-out between three fellow filmmakers / cinematic nerds.

Ep 459: "Gun Violence" Roundtable Mar 21, 2022

On November 14, 2019 a student at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita, CA brought a .45 caliber semiautomatic handgun to school with him. The boy shot 5 of his schoolmates before shooting himself in the head. Mia Page-Tretta (daughter of actress Tiffany Shepis) was one of the students that was shot. While she fortunately recovered, two of Mia’s classmates (one of whom was her best friend) did not survive. The weapon used was an unregistered "ghost gun" that had been assembled from a kit. Even with the gun jamming up after the first shot and the shooter needing to stop and clear it, the entire shooting lasted only sixteen seconds yet still took 3 lives and injured 3 others. In the second of THE MOVIE CRYPT’s new series of roundtable discussions Adam, Joe, and Arwen are joined by their friends Tiffany Shepis (VICTOR CROWLEY, TROMEO AND JULIET) and her daughter Mia Page-Tretta for an honest conversation about the growing gun violence epidemic in America. From Mia’s harrowing firsthand account of surviving such a terrible tragedy… to what the aftermath has been like for Mia as a survivor of a school shooting and for Tiffany as a mother who only wants to prevent such a terrible tragedy from happening to anyone else… to the different ways we all process grief and how we handle those in our lives who are trying to recover from trauma… to simple things we can all do to try and prevent such horrifying and senseless events from continuing to happen on such a regular basis… we hope that you continue this conversation with those in your own life and within your own community. #SaugusStrong Please visit www.EveryTown.org for more information on how you can help prevent gun violence. To write to your state’s representative visit www.Congress.gov

Ep 458: Steven R. Monroe Mar 14, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Steven R. Monroe (I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE 2010, THE EXORCISM OF MOLLY HARTLEY, HOUSE OF 9) has one of the most prolific resumes in Hollywood. Hell, he was 1st assistant camera (focus puller) on the 1991 Steven Seagal ass-kicker OUT FOR JUSTICE and he directed 8 TV movies in 2017 alone! Seriously, look the guy up on IMDB and your head will spin! In this fantastic conversation, Steven joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss the reality of being a steadily working director in an industry that is constantly changing beneath the legs of his director’s chair. Chock full of practical anecdotes and long-term career advice from his own experiences, the boys discuss how Steven has managed to retain the passion for his craft no matter what the size of the project or the genre he is working in. Steven discusses the making of his latest horror film UNBORN (now available exclusively on Tubi - Steven’s 3rd Tubi original), Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener who is considering turning her original stage play into a film, and the conversation turns deadly serious in the second hour when the boys dive into Steven’s experience re-making the extremely controversial rape revenge film I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE. An absolute must hear!

Meet Adam Green at HORRORHOUND WEEKEND in Cincinnati, OH over the weekend of March 25 - 27, 2022! The appearance will be Adam’s first time back at HORRORHOUND in 10 years and his first convention appearance in almost 4 years! For more information visit: www.HorrorHoundWeekend.com

Ep 457: Mark Pellington / Part 2 Mar 07, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. In the second part of our expansive conversation with acclaimed filmmaker Mark Pellington (ARLINGTON ROAD, THE MOTHMAN PROPHECIES, PEARL JAM's "Jeremy" music video) Mark rejoins Adam, Joe & Arwen to continue discussing his wide and varied career with a focus on the feature film and TV side of his work. Including amazing anecdotes on the making of films such as his first feature GONG ALL THE WAY (which he is currently painstakingly restoring)... to the trials of studio storytelling with ARLINGTON ROAD (starring Jeff Bridges and Tim Robbins)... to insightful tales of making THE MOTHMAN PROPHECIES (starring Richard Gere). Mark also goes into frank, emotional detail on the sudden death of his wife in 2003 (a tragedy that he calls “the end of that part of my life”) and how friends, family, therapy and his own work served as healing. We also discuss how his new experimental music/dance feature THE SEVERING helped him reconnect to the world. Dr. Arwen takes this week off of "Hollywood Therapy" but Mark provides plenty of therapeutic discussion on how to work through tragedy as well as plenty of tips and tricks on directing actors and crew.

Ep 456: Mark Pellington / Part 1 Feb 28, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Mark Pellington (ARLINGTON ROAD, THE MOTHMAN PROPHECIES, I MELT WITH YOU, PEARL JAM’s “Jeremy” music video) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for a discussion about his career that is so epic and fascinatingly detailed that even at 2.5 hours long they barely scratch the surface. That’s right, the guys geeked out so hard over Mark’s early MTV years that they will need to record a separate episode dedicated to Mark’s feature film work!

Pull up a front row seat to the birth of MTV as Mark candidly discusses his journey from an entry level assistant position in 1982… to becoming a bona fide network staff member… to producing some of the network’s most iconic promotions… and ultimately becoming one of the most revered music video directors of all time working with bands like PEARL JAM, U2, NINE INCH NAILS, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, IMAGINE DRAGONS, ALICE IN CHAINS, LINKIN PARK, and the late MICHAEL JACKSON.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener dealing with intense frustration and the guys discuss Mark’s latest film THE SEVERING (in theaters this weekend)- a cathartic expression of grief inspired by the devastating loss of Mark’s wife that is told through the physicality of dance as opposed to a more traditional linear narrative. This captivating conversation is just getting started as Mark is set to return for Part 2 next week!

Don’t miss your chance to meet Adam Green at HorrorHound Weekend in Cincinnati, OH March 25-27, 2022! For details and convention passes visit: www.HorrorHoundWeekend.com

Ep 455: Rob Jabbaz Feb 21, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Rob Jabbaz’s new film THE SADNESS took the festival world in 2021 by storm. The story about a dangerous virus that causes the infected to lose their inhibitions has shades of our own Joe Lynch’s MAYHEM (2017), however Rob takes it all a bloody, graphic step further. Audiences who have already seen THE SADNESS internationally and on the festival circuit have been disgusted, shocked, and full of praise for the film which will see its US release this spring. Adam, Joe, and Arwen talk to Rob from halfway around the world in Taipei where he explains how the pandemic itself influenced his story, how the film was financed originally as more of a traditional zombie film, the hurdles of creating provocative cinema in these modern times, how his DIY animation background helped his live-action craft, and much more! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener trying to avoid creative burnout and Adam announces his first convention appearance in almost 4 years in this extremely candid conversation about “going there” with your art.

Ep 454: "Toxic Fandom & Cancel Culture" Roundtable Feb 14, 2022

In the first of a new series of Movie Crypt roundtable conversations, Adam, Joe, and Arwen welcome the co-creators and co-hosts of The MJ Cast (Jamon Bull, Q, and Elise Capron) along with award winning British investigative journalist and frequent MJ Cast contributor Charles Thomson (THE HUFFINGTON POST, THE GUARDIAN, THE SUN, and more) as they candidly discuss toxic fandom in a cancel culture world. Created in 2015, The MJ Cast is a podcast celebrating Michael Jackson through in-depth interviews with the very people who worked closely with and truly knew the real King of Pop as well as extremely honest opinions and perspectives that cover all aspects of Jackson’s life and career. This roundtable conversation explores the joys of creating a podcast dedicated to discussing THE most famous entertainer who ever lived as well as the many hurdles that come with attracting such an extremely passionate and opinionated global fanbase… especially when the subject of their podcast was placed in the cancel culture crosshairs with the 2019 release of HBO’s polarizing and problematic documentary/TV movie LEAVING NEVERLAND in which two men accused Jackson of having sexually abused them in their childhood years. MJ Cast co-hosts Jamon, Q, and Elise share their front row experiences with fandom at both its best and at its uglies while investigative journalist Charles Thomson (best known for his award winning investigation that exposed the cover up of the historic Shoebury paedophile ring) levels off the conversation with his fact based perspective on the explosive worldwide response to the controversial LEAVING NEVERLAND. =========================== As mentioned early in the episode, this conversation uses the controversy surrounding LEAVING NEVERLAND as a main example to comment on toxic fandom and the cancel culture times we are all living in. If you want to know more we suggest the following resources: 1. THE HUFFINGTON POST - “One of the Most Shameful Episodes In Journalistic History” by Charles Thomson: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/one-of-the-most-shameful_b_610258 2. SQUARE ONE (Documentary film by Danny Wu): https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0888V8FLT/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r 3. THE MJ CAST / Episode 95 “Leaving Neverland Roundtable” (February 2, 2019): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mjcast-a-michael-jackson-podcast/id965404693?i=1000518937710 4. THE MOVIE CRYPT / Episode 313 “Taj Jackson” (May 27, 2019): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-movie-crypt/id1326561266?i=1000439435567 5. THE MJ CAST / Episode 10 “Vindication Day 10th Anniversary Special with Tom Mesereau” (June 12, 2015): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mjcast-a-michael-jackson-podcast/id965404693?i=1000344646250 6. LEAVING NEVERLAND: THE AFTERMATH: https://youtu.be/2hkNPmpudpc 7. LIES OF LEAVING NEVERLAND: https://youtu.be/CXOfz1YkWeA 8. NEVER EVERLAND: THE REAL STORY ABOUT WADE ROBSON AND MICHAEL JACKSON: https://youtu.be/hPuInXh7Nr0 9. MICHAEL JACKSON “Conspiracy” by Aphrodite Jones: https://www.amazon.com/Michael-Jackson-Conspiracy-Aphrodite-Jones/dp/1097685306/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2SIXJGIQQ71HC&keywords=Michael+jackson+conspiracy&qid=1644645461&sprefix=michael+jackson+conspiracy%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-1 10. THE MICHAEL JACKSON REBUTTAL: https://youtu.be/6pnoQqlygQs

Ep 453: Jordan Wayne Long & Matt Glass Feb 07, 2022

Producers and directors Jordan Wayne Long & Mattt Glass (12 HOUR SHIFT, SQUIRREL) have been working together for years, developing their unique, hand-crafted style on everything from short form web content to feature films. From their auspicious beginnings creating content for YouTube… to making mini-documentaries… to the trials of making a “viral hit”… to writing, shooting, editing, composing music, and even building their own locations… Jordan and Matt truly do it all! Their new film, GHOSTS OF THE OZARKS (premiering in theaters and VOD this month) is their latest painstakingly crafted project which boasts an impressive cast (David Arquette, Tim Blake Nelson, Angela Bettis) and an even more impressive, genre-bending storyline that seamlessly mixes western and gothic horror with plenty of old-school effects. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient wondering whatever happened to “Rock & Roll Filmmaking” and the boys tease the very first MOVIE CRYPT roundtable episode coming this Valentine’s Day!

Ep 452: Emily Bennett & Justin Brooks Jan 31, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION.

Filmmaking partners Emily Bennett & Justin Brooks (BED, PAINS) join Joe, Adam, and Arwen this week to discuss their new film ALONE WITH YOU, which is being released theatrically on February 4, 2022 and other digital platforms February 8, 2022. From a fateful first date to being confined together due to the pandemic, Emily and Justin made the most of their quarantine time by combining their skills (as an actor and cinematographer, respectively) to not only produce, direct and shoot short films but also an entire feature. In ALONE WITH YOU Emily stars as “Charlie,” a woman trapped in her apartment and awaiting her girlfriend but slowly becoming besieged by otherworldly visions. The boys have a fantastic time discussing the making of this impressive debut including what its like working with your partner under extreme circumstances. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient who is trying to manage their time being creative while working a day job that demands 60+ hours of work each week.

Ep 451: Gracie Gillam Jan 24, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Actress Gracie Gillam (FRIGHT NIGHT, SOME KIND OF HATE, TALES OF HALLOWEEN, TV’s Z-NATION) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career journey. From landing an agent right out of High School… to booking a role in the 2011 remake of FRIGHT NIGHT just 6 days after arriving in Los Angeles… to the making of her latest film SUPERHOST (available February 2nd on Blu-Ray, DVD, and VOD) during the height of the pandemic… Gracie’s career has been a truly exciting one to watch. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” to a filmmaker who’s got shorts that are ready to be seen and Gracie and the boys discuss the importance of having solid mental health and knowing what “success” actually looks like before taking a step onto the Hollywood playing field.

Ep 450: Keith Gordon Jan 17, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. Keith Gordon began his career as an actor (CHRISTINE, BACK TO SCHOOL, JAWS 2, THE LEGEND OF BILLIE JEAN, ALL THAT JAZZ) before stepping behind the camera as a director (A MIDNIGHT CLEAR, WAKING THE DEAD, THE SINGING DETECTIVE, TV’s FARGO, DEXTER, NURSE JACKIE, HOMELAND). In this fantastic conversation, Keith sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey from being discovered in a drama program… to finding himself on the tumultuous (but amazing) set of JAWS 2… to acting for legendary directors like Bob Fosse, Brian De Palma, and John Carpenter… to observing the post-production process by sitting in on editing sessions for some of the films he was in… to making the jump behind the camera… to working steadily as a feature film and television director… to what he has been watching throughout the pandemic… to how he’s coping with the current state of the world.

Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient dealing with a tricky home life situation and Keith explains how his most triumphant and accomplished moment wound up turning into one of the darkest points in his life’s journey so far. There’s no way you won’t absolutely love this phenomenally candid episode with one of the industry’s true veteran talents!

Ep 449: Mick Foley / YORKIETHON 6 LIVE Jan 10, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. WWE Hall of Fame wrestler and actor Mick Foley (“Mankind,” “Cactus Jack,” THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON, 12 HOUR SHIFT) made a surprise LIVE appearance during the opening night of last month’s YORKIETHON 6 where he discussed his career with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. In what turned out to be one of the biggest highlights of this past 48-hour LIVE charity benefit, Mick opens up about everything! From his love of Christmas… to his journey from the kid willing to eat weird things on the playground to being hailed as one of the greatest wrestlers of all time… to the personal joy he experienced while working with a special needs actor on THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON… to the personal importance of his various charity efforts and his love for animals… to reflecting on how he became the role model, father, and genuine human being that he is today... this is precisely the kind of conversation we all need to hear as we start a brand new year in these challenging times. Seriously, the last few minutes of this interview will leave you feeling so good inside that we didn’t want to wait another day to re-broadcast it!

While the worst of society may continue to grab the daily headlines and the morons of humanity may continue to divide us with their ignorance, Mick Foley is a shining example that there are still wonderful, generous, and inspiring people among us that we can all try just a little bit harder to be just a little bit more like. Including a surprise appearance from another legend that is closely associated with Mick’s wrestling career, this is a conversation that you’re definitely going to want to WATCH and not just hear! Therefore, our beloved patrons will have access to the VIDEO version of this YORKIETHON 6 segment via the private link exclusively provided in the Patreon post for this episode! (We love you, Patrons!)

Come on. It’s literally just ONE DOLLAR A MONTH to get the full version of every new episode, every Monday! And yes, when you sign up you’ll also have access to the full versions of every episode we’ve released since June 2020 when we first started making the second hour of every conversation exclusive for Patrons only. Yes, that means you can go back and hear everything that you missed! Even better- if you sign up for our “Classic Crypt” tier you’ll also get a classic episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT every Wednesday! Yes, that includes access to the first 200+ episodes of THE MOVIE CRYPT the very moment you sign up! (That’s 200+ episodes - over 400 hours of content - for just FIVE BUCKS!) If you truly want to improve your quality of life and make a whole bunch of new friends you never realized you already had, sign up for our “Movie Crypt LIVE” or “Slumber Party Massacre” tiers and start enjoying monthly LIVE interactive events with Adam, Joe, Arwen, and our wonderful community of Crypt Keepers - some of the nicest, coolest, and best looking people you’ll ever have the privilege of knowing! Help keep this podcast going, fill your head with the kind of candid Hollywood insider knowledge you can only find here in THE MOVIE CRYPT, and bring a little bit more of Arwen’s unconditional love home with you every week by becoming a Patron today at: www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt

Ep 448: Goodbye 2021 Jan 03, 2022

PUBLIC VERSION. “That’s a wrap!” Adam, Joe, and Arwen recollect, reflect and reminisce on the year that was 2021. In this extra-extended annual year-end episode, the boys discuss their favorite episodes of the year, the big events that affected all of us in professional and personal ways, and of course some of their favorite films, TV shows, books, and more! Happy New Year everyone!

Ep 447: Krsy Fox Dec 27, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker/actor/musician Krsy Fox (FRANK) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career journey and her new film I LIVE ALONE (shot during the pandemic) starring JACOB’S WIFE vampiric star Bonnie Aarons! Krsy discusses her path to the director’s chair, from her days on Vancouver Island dreaming of being in show business... to her stint acting in BC... to her journey to La La Land as both an actress and a successful songwriter... to starting her band KNEE HIGH FOX... to producing TWO features in the time of the plague (FRANK and I LIVE ALONE)... Krsy's unbreakable work ethic is just the push you need around the time of making New Years resolutions! Dr. Arwen skips "Hollywood Therapy" this week as she is still recovering from YORKIETHON 6 but the boys gather 2 of each animal they can find as they build an ark to contend with yet another flood in the ArieScope studio in this truly inspirational conversation.

Ep 446: Bruce Campbell & Casey Tebo / YORKIETHON 6 LIVE Dec 20, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. The legendary Bruce Campbell (THE EVIL DEAD series, TV’s ASH VS THE EVIL DEAD, BUBBA HO-TEP) and BLACK FRIDAY director Casey Tebo (HAPPY BIRTHDAY, STEVEN TYLER: OUT ON A LIMB) joined Adam, Joe, and Arwen to open last weekend’s YORKIETHON 6 - and here’s the conversation again to prove it! Starting off with an exhausted recap of this year’s 48-hour LIVE marathon (including what happened after the cameras were off), Adam and Joe sum up their 6th annual charity benefit which raised a whopping $37,000.00+ for Save A Yorkie Rescue and was hands down their best marathon yet! Bruce and Casey discuss the making of BLACK FRIDAY (now available on VOD), what makes a good horror/comedy work, Bruce playing against type, the secrets to a long career, and Bruce’s feelings on movie piracy - just to list a few of the topics. We’d tell you more, but spoilers aren’t “groovy.”

This episode was recorded LIVE during YORKIETHON 6 (Friday December 10, 2021) so forgive any audio weirdness that may happen from time to time. As always, Patrons get the full conversation (with all of the good stuff)!

Ep 445: Josh Miller Dec 13, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Happy YORKIETHON Weekend! We hope that you enjoyed (or are still enjoying) all the craziness we planned for our 6th annual YORKIETHON…but we also didn’t want to break our stream of never having a Monday come without an actual episode! Hopefully we saved a ton of dogs together this weekend! If you contributed- THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts!

This week, writer Josh Miller (SONIC THE HEDGEHOG) stopped by while Adam and Joe were in the thick of YORKIETHON preparations for a quick but no less eventful episode to discuss how he went from a middle-America geek to one of the more sought after scribes working in town these days! Josh takes us through his origins, how he met his current writing partner Pat Casey, and their process in working together over the years. Josh and Joe also discuss what it was like working together on YouTube/Blumhouse’s 12 DEADLY DAYS digital series and the “fun” of working on a holiday horror series on the same location as an abandoned mental institution. Josh takes us through the process of creating a script for one of the most iconic video game characters in recent times, including Sonic’s new origin story, being true to the IP of the character so as to not piss off ALL of the fans, and what it was like being dropped from the project only to come back after its been rewritten. Josh shares little details on how he and Pat went back to the well to write the sequel (including working with Jim Carrey from the start!), he talks about his position as one of the main programmers for the popular “Friday Night Frights” film series in Los Angeles, and Dr. Arwen heads to Travis Scott's ASTROWORLD (figuratively- not literally) for an extremely relevant "Hollywood Therapy" session.

From HIGH highs to LOW lows this episode is a rollercoaster of emotions even if it's a slightly shorter than usual episode due to the limited amount of time we had together. Hopefully you're joining us in basking in the after-glow (or just sheer exhaustion) of this year’s YORKIETHON! Dont’ forget - you can still donate to Save A Yorkie Rescue using the link on the YORKIETHON 6 page on ArieScope.com and help us save some dogs in time for Christmas! Thanks to everyone who stuck in with us this weekend! No coal from Santa for you this year!

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! Dec 08, 2021

It's here! YORKIETHON 6 is THIS weekend! THE MOVIE CRYPT's 6th annual 48-hour live marathon starts THIS Friday (12/10) at 5pm PST and goes straight through until Sunday (12/12) at 5pm PST! The legendary Bruce Campbell (THE EVIL DEAD, BLACK FRIDAY) will be kicking off this year's marathon followed by 2 days with OVER 70 SPECIAL GUESTS appearing around the clock! Live music! Live comedy! Live film commentaries! "Arwen's Silent Auction!" A live reading of Robert Zemeckis' very first draft of BACK TO THE FUTURE on Saturday night at 8pm PST! YORKIETHON is the podcast event of the year and you're not going to want to miss a single sleepless second of this incredible variety show!

WATCH the entire marathon FREE on www.ArieScope.com! (You'll see where to click for YORKIETHON right there on the home page.) Just beneath the live stream you'll see a link to donate to Save A Yorkie Rescue and a link for "Arwen's Silent Auction" where every dollar you spend on awesome movie memorabilia goes directly to the Rescue as well!

Help us save as many dogs as possible in YORKIETHON 6! We're staying awake so that they don't get put to sleep.

Ep 444: Ryan Lee Dec 06, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor Ryan Lee (SUPER 8, GOOSEBUMPS) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. In a bit of cine-serendipity, we have Ryan this week fresh off the holiday madness that is Casey Tebo’s new film BLACK FRIDAY (available now on VOD) and NEXT week we’ll have Casey the director AND “The Chin” himself, Bruce Campbell! We swear we didn’t plan this… but you’re welcome, Tebo. Just send the check to ArieScope Pictures. But we digress… Ryan is a fantastic actor who has worked in both film and TV, from his fresh beginnings on FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS and BREAKING BAD (where he received some amazing advice from "Walter White" himself- Bryan Cranston) to other genre efforts like JJ Abrams’ SUPER 8 and more! Ryan and Joe even commiserate about working together on the TV series MY DEAD EX (available now on Netflix) where Ryan recalls working with Joe and his (in)famous “F Yeah!”s after every take. Ryan also regales working on BLACK FRIDAY…ON Black Friday itself last year, what it was like adjusting to set life during the pandemic, shares excellent advice he received from Cranston and Campbell, and Dr. Arwen offers some sage "Hollywood Therapy" to an indie filmmaker seeking advice. This episode is the perfect primer to get you ready for the quickly approaching YorkieThon 6, which is happening NEXT WEEK! Tune in Friday December 10th at 5pm PST through Sunday December 12th at 5pm PST on ArieScope.com for our 6th annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue. Featuring over 70 special guests, live music, live comedy, live script readings, live film commentaries, “Arwen’s Silent Auction,” and much much more! Wish us luck, stock up on the no-doz and K-cups, and we'll see you all next weekend!

Ep 443: Scott Reynolds Nov 29, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Happy Holidays! As the seasons change and the turkey leftovers slowly dissipate from the fridge, it’s time to embrace the chill factor and start gathering the gifts and what better way than to do it with one of the executive producers of the new season of DEXTER: NEW BLOOD, writer/producer Scott Reynolds (JESSICA JONES, IRON FIST)! Scott started like all of us with big dreams and a little luck which landed him in Los Angeles where odd jobs at bookstores fueled his fire to get in the writers room for shows like TOUCHED BY AN ANGEL, which led to his now eclectic writing career on some of TV and streaming’s biggest genre efforts. And with DEXTER, how Scott was able to evolve from an entry level position on the writing staff to one of the head creatives in the new series (currently on Showtime) is proof positive that a solid work ethic, knowing your talents and the talents of the other writers working with you will lead to great things in this business. For all you aspiring TV writers, Scott’s story is particularly inspiring as he gives tips of the trade on how to run a room, hire staff and break stories. Dr. Arwen emotionally supports TWO "Hollywood Therapy" patients and considering Scott is also a massive dork like us, there is plenty of geeking out about our favorite flicks!

And don’t forget…YORKIETHON 6 is quickly approaching! Friday December 10th through Sunday December 12th on ArieScope.com, our 6th annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue will feature over 70 special guests, live music, live comedy, live script readings, live film commentaries, “Arwen’s Silent Auction,” and much much more! Join us for the madness, the mayhem, the merriment…the MANY cups of coffee.

Ep 442: Josh Malerman Nov 22, 2021

Screenwriter, novelist, and musician Josh Malerman (BIRD BOX, TV’s CREEPSHOW) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey and creative process. Jumping right in with a discussion about Josh’s song “The Luck You’ve Got” (performed by his band THE HIGH STRUNG and used for the iconic opening credits sequence of TV’s SHAMELESS) the conversation quickly moves into Josh’s writing process and the pressures that came once the 2018 Netflix film BIRD BOX (an adaptation of his 2014 novel) turned into pop culture phenomena. From how Josh is able to find a way to continue to write even when not feeling particularly inspired… to the importance of keeping his talent in a “safe and untouchable spot”… to how the cultural environment affects the honesty and integrity of an artist’s work… this conversation wound up being one of the deepest and most sincere MOVIE CRYPT episodes of 2021. In the longest and most candid “Hollywood Therapy” session in the history of this podcast, Dr. Arwen and her assistants attempt to provide emotional support for a listener who is realizing that today’s divisive and volatile times are changing them into someone they no longer recognize and Josh explains why every artist needs to learn how to “leave themselves a present” in this extremely raw and extended length episode that is sure to ruffle some feathers. (See what we did there? BIRD BOX? Feathers?? Whatever, YOUR jokes are stupid.)

Don’t miss a single sleepless second of YORKIETHON 6 taking place Friday December 10th through Sunday December 12th on ArieScope.com! Our 6th annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue will feature over 70 special guests, live music, live comedy, live script readings, live film commentaries, “Arwen’s Silent Auction,” and so much more! It’s the podcast event of the year!

Ep 441: Christopher Smith Nov 15, 2021

Filmmaker Christopher Smith (CREEP, SEVERANCE, BLACK DEATH, TRIANGLE) shares his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From a child collecting film magazines with a belief that he could someday make his own films… to having that belief confirmed during his time in film school… to the realization that he’d have the best chance of getting a feature off the ground if he made something in the horror genre… to the terrific reception of his debut film CREEP and the string of terrific films that have followed… to his move into television directing… to the making of his latest film THE BANISHING (available now on VOD, digital, Blu-Ray, and DVD)… this candid conversation between 3 filmmakers with a 15 year history together covers almost every single aspect of both the craft and the business. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient who has terrific ideas for films but an unfortunate list of physical ailments preventing him from writing the scripts himself, Chris reveals the chilling source of where he found the inspiration for some of the most disturbing imagery in THE BANISHING, and the boys discuss the art of building proper dread in a thriller.

“The Chin” himself - Bruce Campbell (THE EVIL DEAD series, BUBBA HO-TEP, BLACK FRIDAY) will be opening this year’s YORKIETHON! Join us Friday December 10th at 5pm PST through Sunday December 12th at 5pm PST for our 6th annual 48-hour live marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue. Featuring over 70 celebrity guests appearing around the clock, live comedy, live music, live script readings, live film commentaries, Arwen’s Silent Auction and SO much more, you won’t want to miss a single sleepless minute of YORKIETHON 6! Watch the entire marathon FREE on ArieScope.com as “we stay awake… so that they don’t get put to sleep.”

Ep 440: Philip Gelatt & Morgan Galen King Nov 08, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmakers Philip Gelatt (LOVE, DEATH & ROBOTS, EUROPA REPORT) and Morgan Galen King discuss their new animated feature THE SPINE OF NIGHT with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. Starting with an in-depth look at their painstaking decade long process of shooting live action reference and then rotoscoping beautiful 2D animation to create the fantastic look of THE SPINE OF NIGHT (now available!)… to their separate origin stories that got them started in the industry and ultimately working together… to a hilarious conversation about how to deal with difficult notes (skiing nurses and scary stoves)… this candid discussion will surely inspire those who are still just getting started to not give up hope on their journey to start telling the stories they’re truly passionate about.

Don’t miss a single sleepless second of YORKIETHON 6 - Friday December 10th at 5pm PST through Sunday December 12th at 5pm PST! Our 6th annual 48-hour live marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue will feature over 70 celebrity guests appearing around the clock, live comedy, live music, live script readings, live film commentaries, Arwen’s Silent Auction and SO much more! Watch the entire marathon FREE on ArieScope.com as “we stay awake… so that they don’t get put to sleep.”

Ep 439: Adam Marcus Nov 01, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. In this special 2.5 hour episode (for our Patrons) filmmaker Adam Marcus (JASON GOES TO HELL: The Final Friday, CONSPIRACY, SECRET SANTA, co-writer TEXAS CHAINSAW 2013) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope studio for a conversion about his career journey that winds up being one of the very best episodes of this podcast that you’ll hear this year. From Adam’s childhood growing up around the industry… to the pros and cons of attending NYU… to Adam’s personal relationship with Sean and Noel Cunningham and how it lead to him directing JASON GOES TO HELL: The Final Friday at just 23 years old… to the challenging production, the controversial creative decision of having Jason Voorhees body swapping through characters rather than being on screen throughout the run of the film, and the film’s legacy that will forever be a permanent part of Adam’s life and career… Adam pulls the curtain OFF on not just JASON GOES TO HELL (you’ll never see the film the same way again) but on the business of making horror movies in general. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a screenwriter looking for some preparation suggestions before seeking thoughts from trusted readers, opinions are shared on HALLOWEEN KILLS, and the boys reveal who will be opening Yorkiethon 6!

Ep 438: Lowell Dean Oct 25, 2021

Filmmaker Lowell Dean (WOLF COP, ANOTHER WOLFCOP, 13 EERIE, SUPERGRID) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey to date. From graduating film school and starting out at a local Canadian TV station… to making the frightening choice of stepping away from the financial security of his full time local TV station gig in order to gamble on himself and shoot his first short film on 16mm short ends… to freelancing as a production assistant whenever and wherever he could find work… to one of the craziest stories you’ll ever hear in regards to how he found himself in the director’s chair of his first feature film… Lowell’s career path is just as inspirational as it is relatable for so, so many aspiring filmmakers looking to get started. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener with a question about filmmaking in other countries, Adam shares behind the scenes details about the making of his 23rd annual Halloween short film (GHOST DOG - now playing on the ArieScope YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/CJRXzywsiig), and the boys reveal some of the amateur mistakes they made the first time they attempted to shoot something.

Ep 437: Jill "Sixx" Gevargizian Oct 18, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Known by many as “Jill Sixx,” filmmaker Jill Gervargizian (THE STYLIST) has one of the most relatable and encouraging career stories that aspiring artists could hope to hear. Much like the majority of up and coming filmmakers who listen to THE MOVIE CRYPT religiously, Jill doesn’t live near Los Angeles or NYC… she didn’t go to film school… and she had to hold down a “real” job (she worked as a hair stylist for 10 years) to make ends meet while simultaneously getting her career as a filmmaker started. She didn’t have an industry connection to speak of or a wealthy family member/friend who could green-light her dream of making movies. (Sound like YOUR current circumstances?) However, after attending her first horror convention and realizing that “movies can also be made by real people,” Jill pulled together what little resources she had available and made her directorial debut with her short film CALL GIRL. Her short found success in some of the biggest film festivals and ultimately served as her calling card for the feature version - THE STYLIST (out now). From finding her own wonderful support system in the Kansas City community of cinephiles, genre fans, and aspiring artists… to making a positive impression on the various filmmakers and industry players she’d meet on the festival circuit simply by being herself and asking for nothing (as Adam states having first met Jill at FrightFest in London)… Jill’s journey is a shining example of what Adam and Joe always say: “If we could find a way, so can you.” Dr. Arwen leads a group “Hollywood Therapy” session on the subject of crowd funding and Jill provides major inspiration through her story of staying grounded, working hard, and making things happen for herself as opposed to waiting for a lucky break, hoping for a door to magically open, or allowing Hollywood’s seemingly impenetrable and extremely unfair system to allow her to feel like a victim.

Get in the Halloween spirit by watching the 23rd ArieScope Halloween short film GHOST DOG (now playing on ArieScope.com and on the ArieScope YouTube channel), by watching one of Joe’s TWO new CREEPSHOW episodes (now playing on AMC’s SHUDDER), and by picking up the new HOLLISTON graphic novel (“Holliston Goes to Hell”) and the latest HATCHET comic book (“Victor Crowley’s Halloween Tales 3”) wherever you buy comics or directly from ArieScope.com!

Ep 436: Elza Kephart Oct 11, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Elza Kephart (SLAXX, GRAVEYARD ALIVE) joins Adam Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career journey and the making of her latest feature film SLAXX. From realizing that she wanted to be a filmmaker at age 10… to leaving Canada to attend Emerson College in Massachusetts… to returning to Canada and writing/directing her first feature film GRAVEYARD ALIVE (2003)… to assisting in the art department, serving as a location coordinator, or providing research on major studio films like THE MUMMY: TOMB OF THE DRAGON EMPEROR, RED 2, THE SMURFS 2, and X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST… to making her latest off-the-wall horror/comedy SLAXX about a possessed pair of jeans (now available on VOD, digital, and DVD)… Elza has worked long and hard to get to this moment! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker looking to cast a famous face in an ultra low budget feature and Adam completes production on ArieScope’s 23rd annual Halloween short film (more details next week)!

Ep 435: Mike Scollins Oct 04, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Comedy writer Mike Scollins (LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS, SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey so far. From his post-college days taking sketch and improv classes at Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB)… to the importance of finding his “people” and how those early relationships ultimately provided him with an opportunity to prove himself… to his very first paid gig writing jokes for a conservative talk show… to working as a guest writer on SNL for a season… to landing a spot on Seth Meyers’ staff for LATE NIGHT… to the various things that can go wrong with table reads… to the hurdles of writing political satire during a time period where reality and common sense have gone out the window and the real-life cast of political characters is already saying and doing things too ridiculous to believe in the first place… to the importance of learning how to resist “punching down”… to what it’s been like writing and performing for a nightly comedy show during the pandemic where he couldn’t physically be in the writers room, couldn’t be on set for every show taping, and couldn’t have a live audience to react to the jokes… Scollins and the guys get extremely candid as they share their personal experiences from the development trenches with one another.

The boys nerd out over their love of horror/comedies, Green and Scollins discover that they share something very special from their High School theater days, and Dr. Arwen gives one of the very best “Hollywood Therapy” sessions of her career when she provides emotional support to a filmmaker who feels ready to tap out on his dream.

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Ep 434: William Butler Sep 27, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor, writer, director, and #1 best selling author William Butler (FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VII: THE NEW BLOOD, LEATHERFACE: TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE 3, NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD (1990), MADHOUSE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to share his career journey so far. From his early exposure to show business growing up working at a venue that hosted huge concerts like PRINCE and massive events like the circus… to following his childhood friend and beloved FX artist the late John Vulich out to Los Angeles where he lived in his car and briefly worked as a “Tour Guide” on Disneyland’s legendary Jungle Cruise ride… found himself working all over the world with the FX departments on films like FROM BEYOND, THE GARBAGE PAIL KIDS MOVIE, PRISON, and ARMY OF DARKNESS… to acting in franchise classics like FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VII, LEATHERFACE: TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE 3, and Tom Savini’s NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD remake… to writing and directing feature films like MADHOUSE and FURNACE, creating TV series like Amazon Prime’s RESONATOR: MISKATONIC U, and directing everything from episodic television to network promotions … to the release of his best selling book “TAWDRY TALES AND CONFESSIONS FROM HORROR’S BOY NEXT DOOR”… William (Billy) Butler has quite literally seen and done it all. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a writer questioning the morality of darker works of art, Joe narrowly escapes from Hurricane Ida, Billy shares a real-life horror story from the set of FURNACE, and Adam declares that Billy’s autobiography is THE book of the year for you. (Yes- YOU!)

Seriously folks, this is sure to be one of your favorite episodes of THE MOVIE CRYPT. You’re welcome! If you’re STILL not supporting this podcast for a measly $1 a month and getting the full versions of every new episode… we actually feel bad for you for missing out on the best parts of this super-sized episode! We’ll just go ahead and leave this here: www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt

Ep 433: Marcos Siega Sep 20, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Director Marcos Siega (CHAOS THEORY, PRETTY PERSUASION, TV’s DEXTER, THE FOLLOWING, THE FLIGHT ATTENDANT, THE PASSAGE, BATWOMAN) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey so far. From breaking in as a music video director and working with acts like WEEZER, PAPA ROACH, BLINK 182, and SYSTEM OF A DOWN… to becoming one of the most in-demand TV directors working today starting with series like FASTLANE, VERONICA MARS, THE NINE, TRUE BLOOD, and COLD CASE… to taking the reigns of series’ pilots (one of the toughest gigs to land in the industry)… all without ever having spent a day in film school… Marcos story is sure to inspire you to just keep shooting! Dr. Arwen is out his week on a house call but Marcos and Adam share Weinstein stories and the boys get real about why you can’t make the number of views that your work gets be your top priority in this phenomenally candid conversation.

Ep 432: Fred Raskin Sep 13, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Editor Fred Raskin (ONCE UPON A TIME… IN HOLLYWOOD, THE HATEFUL EIGHT, GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY, THE SUICIDE SQUAD) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey so far. From an NYU student considering directing as a career… to his realization that his love of editing was a better and more realistic fit… to paying his dues (like many of this podcast’s previous guests) at the school of Troma… to working his way up as an assistant editor to some of the industry’s titans of the craft… to finding himself in the incredible position of working in the most creatively intimate position possible with filmmakers like Quentin Tarantino and James Gunn on some of the biggest films of the last decade. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker looking to do things the right way and the boys absolute geek out in one of the most enthusiastic conversations about post production that you’ll ever hear!

Ep 431: Ryan Silbert Sep 06, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Writer, producer, and creator Ryan Silbert (Stan Lee’s ALLIANCES: A TRICK OF LIGHT, ALLIANCES: A NEW REALITY, THE GIRL IS IN TROUBLE, the upcoming film adaptation of Stephen King’s THE GIRL WHO LOVED TOM GORDON) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to share his career journey so far. From his start producing, writing, and directing countless short films… to producing features like the Wilmer Valderrama starring THE GIRL IS IN TROUBLE… to bringing the late Stan Lee’s ALLIANCES to vivid aural life as a hugely successful and New York Times best-selling Audible Original… to his writing work on this year’s incredible audio thriller THE COLDEST CASE (featuring Aaron Paul, Alexis Bledel, Nathalie Emmanuel, Krysten Ritter, Beau Bridges, and more) and all that goes into story telling through sound only… to what it’s like working with “ghosts” and the pressures that come with bringing to life the revered voices and imprints of the late Stan Lee and the late George A. Romero (who had been set to direct the film adaptation of THE GIRL WHO LOVED TOM GORDON for many years before his death)… this conversation is one hell of a candid geek out between three working creatives. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener concerned with setting up their finances for retirement, Adam shares why his newfound excitement for writing novels may be short lived, and the group discusses what it’s like telling science fiction/fantasy/horror stories that comment on human society during these unprecedented times when society can’t even seem to agree on reality.

Ep 430: Alex Proyas Aug 30, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Alex Proyas (THE CROW, DARK CITY, I ROBOT, KNOWING, GODS OF EGYPT) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for this extra special super-sized episode! From Alex’s early days as part of the talent lineup at Propaganda Films directing music videos for acts like INXS, FLEETWOOD MAC, and CROWDED HOUSE… to his fateful step into studio feature films with the beautifully haunting THE CROW (1994) which underwent the devastating and well documented tragedy of the accidental death of star Brandon Lee… his extremely candid opinion on why THE MATRIX (1999) has always seemed so suspiciously familiar to what many consider to be his visual masterpiece DARK CITY (1998)…to why his many experiences working within the major studio system on blockbusters like I ROBOT (2004), KNOWING (2009) and GODS OF EGYPT (2016) have left him no longer interested in pursuing studio films… this conversation with one of cinema’s underdog heroes may be among THE MOVIE CRYPT’s very best! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” a fan suffering from a case of embarrassment not feel quite so embarrassed and… as an exclusive BONUS for our beloved Crypt Keepers/Patreon members… the entire 1-hour conversation/Q&A between Joe and Alex from the recent POPCORN FRIGHTS film festival is also included! Seriously, if you still aren’t supporting this program for a mere $1 a month - WHY?! Start getting the full versions of every new episode (not to mention the full versions of every new episode that you’ve missed since this podcast parted ways with the Fangoria podcast network amid last summer’s Cinestate scandal) by joining us today at: www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt

Ep 429: Prano Bailey-Bond Aug 23, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Prano Bailey-Bond (CENSOR) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen from across the pond to share her career journey. From originally wanting to be an actress… to discovering that directing encompassed all of the aspects of story telling that she loved… to putting on an original theater production inspired by THE EVIL DEAD and THE COMPANY OF WOLVES that incorporated cameras on stage… to learning how to edit her own footage linearly (tape to tape) and absorbing the disciplines that came with it… to the importance of always having a solid plan (even if the plan will inevitably change when facing limited time and resources) and thinking like an editor on set… to how the BBFC has reacted to her directorial debut CENSOR and it’s depiction of the organization during the UK’s “Video Nasty” era… to the psychology behind why banning something only makes people even more passionate about seeing it… this conversation shows just why Prano is such an exciting new voice to watch! Dr. Arwen took this week off from “Hollywood Therapy” as she needed to help bring down Adam’s blood pressure after he shared his thoughts on the new WOODSTOCK ’99 documentary in a blistering new “Unpopular Opinion” segment.

Ep 428: Grady Hendrix Aug 16, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Writer Grady Hendrix (SATANIC PANIC, MY BEST FRIEND’S EXORCISM, PAPERBACKS FROM HELL, THE SOUTHERN BOOK CLUB’S GUIDE TO SLAYING VAMPIRES, HORRORSTÖR, WE SOLD OUR SOULS) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to share his career journey as a journalist, novelist, and screenwriter. From originally wanting to be a director… to realizing that writing was the only outlet where he would only have to count on himself… to writing about Hong Kong cinema for fan magazines and websites… to learning from his freelance journalism career how to not be so precious about every word… to the benefits of attending writing workshops/seminars/conventions and how hearing the right words of encouragement from the right person at the right time can literally change someone’s life… to terrific advice on co-writing with a partner and the precautions that you each should take in advance… to sharing extremely helpful insight on how to handle receiving and applying notes… to the writing of his latest book THE FINAL GIRL SUPPORT GROUP… Grady has a ton of invaluable insight to share for a writer that didn’t sell a book until he was in his 40’s! (Living proof why you should never give up!) Dr. Arwen’s office was closed for “Hollywood Therapy” this week in honor of National Leftover Pizza Crust Day but Adam and Joe discuss attending their first concert together since the pandemic began and Grady shares his love and admiration for TWISTED SISTER in this phenomenally comprehensive conversation about the craft of writing.

Ep 427: Brea Grant Returns! Aug 09, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. In episode 35 of THE MOVIE CRYPT (January 27, 2014) filmmaker Brea Grant shared her journey as an actress (TV’s DEXTER and HEROES, Rob Zombie’s HALLOWEEN 2, and more). Now, 7 years later and just 48 hours before starting principal photography on her latest directorial effort TATTERED HEARTS, Brea returns to discuss her experiences writing and directing with Adam, Joe, and Arwen! From her daily writing regiment… to the long wait that she endured between her first feature BEST FRIENDS FOREVER and last year’s incredible 12 HOUR SHIFT… to directing episodic television (PANDORA, EASTSIDERS)… to the making of her newest film LUCKY which she wrote and stars in (available now on digital, VOD, and DVD)… this incredibly candid conversation between 3 working directors discussing their craft is exactly why you’ve listened to this podcast for over 8 years now! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a film fan looking to lend a hand with actual filmmaking and Brea and the boys discuss how their personal life experience seeps into their work whether they intend for it to or not. You’re gonna love this episode!

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Ep 426: Emile Hirsch Aug 02, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor Emile Hirsch (INTO THE WILD, THE GIRL NEXT DOOR, SPEED RACER, ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to share his career journey. From a child actor that couldn’t take commercial auditions seriously… to guest star roles on TV series like KINDRED: THE EMBRACED, 3RD ROCK FROM THE SUN, and NYPD BLUE… to his break out roles in THE DANGEROUS LIVES OF ALTAR BOYS and THE GIRL NEXT DOOR… to how he has chosen such interesting roles and wound up working with some of the biggest directors in Hollywood… to the making of his latest MIDNIGHT IN THE SWITCHGRASS… there’s a good reason why Emile has been one of the biggest names in the industry for 2 decades now. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a writer who is worried about potentially oversharing in his work and Emile explains why he hopes that the recent love for SPEED RACER doesn’t get too carried away!

Ep 425: Chad Ferrin Jul 26, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Chad Ferrin (H.P. LOVECRAFT’S THE DEEP ONES, UNSPEAKABLE, THE GHOULS, EASTER BUNNY KILL KILL!) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From growing up on a farm… to his move out West where he worked as a PA on films like HALLOWEEN: THE CURSE OF MICHAEL MYERS and HELLRAISER: BLOODLINE… to his brief time with Troma Entertainment… to selling his house to finance his first feature film UNSPEAKABLE… to his incredible 20 year run of making films happen his way and waiting for permission from no one… Chad’s story is one that’s sure to inspire every DIY filmmaker out there who’s tired of playing games and ready to start shooting! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for an up and coming filmmaker with the age old dilemma of trying to find financing and Chad shares one of his own trade secrets on putting a budget together in this extremely candid conversation.

Ep 424: Martin Wilson Jul 19, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Martin Wilson (GREAT WHITE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen all the way from Australia to discuss his career journey. From changing his major to film studies while at University… to becoming a runner/PA for a commercial production company… to his twenty years of experience directing commercials and short films… to finally having his feature filmmaking moment arrive in the form of GREAT WHITE and the unbelievably difficult process he went through making his very own shark movie, Martin’s got one hell of a story to share. (And you thought your production was challenging!) Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient dealing with movie watching fatigue and the boys have their own group therapy session discussing internet opinions in this fantastic conversation.

Ep 423: Devon Sawa Jul 12, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor Devon Sawa (FINAL DESTINATION, IDLE HANDS, HUNTER HUNTER) joined Adam, Joe, and Arwen for a full interview in the final hours of last Christmas’ YORKIETHON 5. Since we’re now over halfway to YORKIETHON 6 (July is usually when we start putting together each year’s 48-hour marathon charity event) we figured now is the perfect time to make this terrific conversation available as its very own episode for the first time. The last half-hour has all of the best stuff, Patrons! Like why Devon walked away from Hollywood for a period of time and what happens when you’re improvising a fight scene with Stallone and you decide to try and throw a head kick Sly’s way! This conversation was truly a highlight of our YORKIETHON 5 interviews - even on hour 43 of our 2-day sleepless live marathon - and you’re going to love Devon Sawa even more than you likely already do!

Ep 422: Clark Collis Jul 05, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Writer Clark Collis (Entertainment Weekly Magazine, YOU’VE GOT RED ON YOU: HOW SHAUN OF THE DEAD WAS BROUGHT TO LIFE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From writing reviews for money while pursuing his dream of becoming a famous rock star… to his realization that the combination of writing and his passion for film amounted to his true career path… to all of the various publications he contributed to before ultimately landing at Entertainment Weekly… to how he chooses the subjects that he covers… to his personal connection to Edgar Wright and his film SHAUN OF THE DEAD… to writing the ultimate book about the making of the beloved film… Clark provides incredible insight into the world of entertainment journalism as well as a ton of anecdotes about SHAUN OF THE DEAD (merely a small taste of what’s in store in his book - on shelves this October but available for pre-order right now)! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a first time feature filmmaker trying to cover all of his bases and Clark tells the boys a secret about SHAUN OF THE DEAD that makes their eyes red in this incredibly lively conversation.

Ep 421: Justin G. Dyck Jun 28, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Justin G. Dyck (ANYTHING FOR JACKSON, A CHRISTMAS EXCHANGE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From starting out as a cinematographer… to directing 30 different “made for television” Christmas movies… to the making of his satanic exorcism horror ANYTHING FOR JACKSON (now available)… Justin’s path has been as unique as it has been incredible. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for two writers with their creative hearts set on IPs that they don’t control the rights to and Joe declares his love of low-fi quality cinema with a new “Unpopular Opinion” in this terrific conversation that proves yet again just how different every artists path can be!

Ep 420: Matt Mercer Jun 21, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor and filmmaker Matt Mercer (BLISS, CONTRACTED, DEMENTIA: PART II) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From feeling like an outcast being in film school and wanting to make genre films… to making the move from NYC to LA and building his “film family”… to the importance of continuing to make short films around the bigger feature film projects… to the absolutely extraordinary process of co-directing, writing, producing, editing, and starring in DEMENTIA: PART II (out now!)… Matt’s story will absolutely inspire you to find a way! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a new writer getting ready to take the plunge into their first script and the boys discuss the pros and cons to successfully pulling off an extremely low budget project in this super candid conversation!

Ep 419: Josh Ruben Jun 14, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor and filmmaker Josh Ruben (SCARE ME, WEREWOLVES WITHIN) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From making a name for himself with his hilarious COLLEGE HUMOR videos and dozens and dozens of short films… to his debut feature film with last year’s SCARE ME… to helming the adaptation of a video game with his latest WEREWOLVES WITHIN… to navigating the horror/comedy sub-genre and how to make a film that straddles the line between laughs and scares effectively… to what it’s like being a comedian in today’s ultra sensitive climate… Josh is one of the most exciting voices telling stories today. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener facing a tough choice with what’s best for their dog and Adam declares Josh’s movie his “favorite horror of 2021 so far” in this fantastic conversation!

Ep 418: Craig Brewer Jun 07, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Craig Brewer (COMING 2 AMERICA, HUSTLE & FLOW, BLACK SNAKE MOAN, FOOTLOOSE 2011, DOLEMITE IS MY NAME) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen IN STUDIO to discuss his career journey. In this fascinating conversation Craig discusses everything from John Singleton mentoring him… to the many lessons he’s learned from directing both feature films and episodic television… to which of his many incredible films he truly feels is his best (you may be surprised!)… to how he added a “sale making” surprise to a very big pitch at a very big studio… to his experiences telling stories about black culture as a white filmmaker… to what really needs to change in Hollywood if our industry is truly going to offer more opportunities to under-represented voices. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker facing “the crossroads of coincidence” and the boys offer Craig a free copy of A SERBIAN FILM for his 13 year old daughter in this terrific episode that’s one of THE MOVIE CRYPT’s best!

Ep 417: Alfred Molina May 31, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Legendary actor Alfred Molina (PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN, RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK, SPIDER-MAN 2, MAGNOLIA, FRIDA, BOOGIE NIGHTS) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his craft and share his career journey! From the improv moment on stage that set him on his way… to his transition from the stage to the big screen… to shooting the classic opening sequence to RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK… to the joy and perils of table reads… to shooting sitcoms before a live studio audience… to working with the great Bill Murray… to the making of his latest film THE WATER MAN (available now!)… this is one conversation that we wished we never had to end! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a writer struggling with just how personal to get in his work and Alfred shares a great story about his (then) wife’s reaction to seeing his dead body on screen at the premiere for RAIDERS!

Don't miss MOVIE CRYPT LIVE on Sunday June 13th! This monthly event is usually exclusive for our beloved Patrons but once a year we make it FREE for everyone to enjoy and take part in. The LIVE show starts at 10am PST but come early at 8am PST for our special 2 hour pre-show "MJ 2" celebrating the music of the King of Pop Michael Jackson on the 12 year mark since his passing. (Our first MJ tribute was exactly 2 years ago!) The FREE link for MOVIE CRYPT LIVE will post on www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt shortly before the event begins on Sunday June 13th. (No, you won't need to be a Patron to see and click on the free link!)

Ep 416: William Brent Bell May 24, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker William Brent Bell (THE DEVIL INSIDE, STAY ALIVE, THE BOY) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From getting hip pocketed by an agent at ICM off of his first short film… to focusing on writing the kinds of movies he wanted to see without the safety net of a fallback… to the joy of making his first major script sale (SPARKLE AND CHARM) right when things were seeming their most dire… to making STAY ALIVE with McG… to the real story behind the polarizing ending to THE DEVIL INSIDE… to finishing his latest (SEPARATION - in theaters now!) and shooting his next (ORPHAN: FIRST KILL) during the pandemic… William shares some absolutely incredible tales from the trenches! Dr. Arwen and the boys weigh in on Amazon Prime turning in to a new form of YouTube, Adam laments over Prime streaming censored versions of the HATCHET films without indicating so, and William teaches everyone a lesson in humility with how gracefully and professionally he reflects back on hurdles that could easily have soured most artists. (Filmmakers take note!)

Don't miss MOVIE CRYPT LIVE on Sunday June 13th! This monthly event is usually exclusive for our beloved Patrons but once a year we make it FREE for everyone to enjoy and take part in. The LIVE show starts at 10am PST but come early at 8am PST for our special 2 hour pre-show "MJ 2" celebrating the music of the King of Pop Michael Jackson on the 12 year mark since his passing. (Our first MJ tribute was exactly 2 years ago!) The FREE link for MOVIE CRYPT LIVE will post on www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt shortly before the event begins on Sunday June 13th. (No, you won't need to be a Patron to see and click on the free link!)

Ep 415: Debbie Rochon May 17, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION.

Actress, icon, and legend of cult cinema Debbie Rochon (AMERICAN NIGHTMARE, TROMEO & JULIET, POULTRYGEIST, EXHUMED) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her inspiring journey from a homeless teenager to one of the most beloved heroes of cinema with well over 260 film credits. From working as a featured extra in Lou Adler’s LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, THE FABULOUS STAINS (1982) and finding her calling in front of the camera… to becoming one of the hardest working actors in cult cinema over the next 40+ years… to the on-set accident that mangled 4 of her fingers down to the bone… to writing for publications like FANGORIA, GORE ZONE, and SCARS… to co-hosting FANGORIA RADIO with Dee Snider from 2006 - 2010… to winning enough awards to be known as “The Meryl Streep of Horror”… to her triumphant recovery from a brain tumor… to directing her first feature film with 2016’s MODEL HUNGER… Debbie is a living example of never giving up, an eternal optimist, a survivor, and a hero to so many of us. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a writer looking to break in and a patient having anxiety about returning to “normal” after the pandemic, Joe recalls how Debbie taught him what a consummate professional looks like on a set, and Adam gets no respect after crowning an actress with the title of “Scream Queen Winner."

Ep 414: CM Punk May 10, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Former WWE champion, actor, mixed martial artist, and writer CM Punk (JAKOB’S WIFE, THE GIRL ON THE THIRD FLOOR, RABID 2019) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his incredible career journey so far. From his personal choice to be “straight edge” and abstain from drugs and alcohol at a young age… to his days in the ring… to holding one of the longest reins in history as a WWE champion… to writing for Marvel Comics (DRAX, MASTER OF KUNG FU)… to his acting roles in film, his appearances in countless reality shows, and his years as a commentator for CFFC… Punk (Phil Brooks) is not just a legend but also a role model to so very many looking to follow in his footsteps. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a multi-talented artist trying to juggle her various projects and Punk explains why he thinks Bruce Campbell (whom he loves) may have unfollowed him online.

Ep 413: Darren Lynn Bousman Returns AGAIN May 03, 2021

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Filmmaker and MOVIE CRYPT favorite Darren Lynn Bousman (SAW 2-4, REPO THE GENETIC OPERA, ABATTOIR) makes his third appearance on the podcast to discuss highlights of his last three years and the making of his latest entry to the SAW franchise: SPIRAL: FROM THE BOOK OF SAW. The guest that Adam and Joe attribute as helping turn THE MOVIE CRYPT into the program that it is, Darren once again brings his special “no f*cks given” brand of candor and honesty for one of the greatest conversations since… well, since the last time he did an episode back in 2017 (Ep 229) and way back in 2014 (Ep 34) before that one! Including horror stories from the making and release of last year’s DEATH OF ME… how Darren saw the COVID-19 pandemic coming before anyone else he knew… how a random and extremely frustrating glitch with Rotten Tomatoes can hurt (if not kill) the release of a film… how and why Darren passed up a chance to direct a broadway show… and lots of stories about Darren’s journey back into the world of Jigsaw working with the legendary Chris Rock and the biggest badass in cinema Samuel L Jackson. Dr. Arwen provides a parent with driving lessons in responsibility and also provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a content creator experiencing growing pains in building an audience, Darren teaches Adam how a bidet works, and Dr. Jordan (Arwen’s vet) graces the boys with a special tune in this epic installment of “The Bousman Movie Crypt Trilogy.”

Ep 412: Ryan Spindell Apr 26, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Ryan Spindell (THE MORTUARY COLLECTION, THE BABYSITTER MURDERS short film) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. Learning early on that the only way to do this was to do it entirely himself, Ryan details the steps he took from a guy with a dream of making films… to making short films that caught the attention of festivals and industry executives… to the endless “water bottle tours” where he was going in circles as executives told him that “he couldn’t make a feature film until he wrote one” and then “that he couldn’t make his feature script because he hadn’t already directed a feature”… to experiencing firsthand how script development can sometimes ruin a film before it even starts shooting… to taking his art into his own hands and independently creating one of the best anthology films in recent years with THE MORTUARY COLLECTION (currently available on VOD, Digital, and DVD/Blu-Ray with tons of special features)… Ryan’s journey speaks directly to so very many of today’s aspiring filmmakers who are trying to get a foot in the door and actually make a movie instead of just talking about making a movie. Dr. Arwen attempts to help a patient seeking advice for a foreign dilemma and comes up short for the first time ever, the group discusses the ingredients that make a solid anthology film, and Ryan explains why “Hollywood is the only place that can kill you with encouragement.”

Ep 411: Larry Fessenden Apr 19, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Indie Icon Larry Fessenden (WENDIGO, HABIT, DEPRAVED, THE LAST WINTER) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career and craft in this long overdue conversation! From falling off the stage in the 3rd grade and realizing he could captivate an audience… to using toys as tools for storytelling… to his prolific career as not only a writer and director but as a producer (THE HOUSE OF THE DEVIL, STAKE LAND, THE INNKEEPERS), an actor (WE ARE STILL HERE, THE DEAD DON’T DIE), a video game writer (UNTIL DAWN), and a production company (Glass Eye Pix)… to mentoring and launching new talent into the world such as Ti West, Mickey Keating, Jenn Wexler, and more… to his experiences developing projects in the mainstream studio system… to his latest turn in front of the camera in JAKOB’S WIFE (out now!)… Larry shares his story and shows just why he’s such a hero and an inspiration to so many who dreamed of picking up a camera. Joe shares an “Unpopular Opinion” and the boys equally fanboy out and commiserate with the legendary Fessenden in this epic conversation!

Ep 410: Espen Sandberg Apr 12, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Espen Sandberg (PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES, KON-TIKI, MAX MANUS: MAN OF WAR, BANDIDAS) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his craft and career journey! From starting out directing short films and commercials alongside his directing partner Joachim Ronning… to being tapped by the great Luc Besson to helm the western comedy BANDIDAS… to the pressures of taking on two biographical films in a row with 2008’s MAX MANUS: MAN OF WAR and 2012’s stunning KON-TIKI… to helming one of the biggest blockbusters of the last decade with the 5th installment of Disney’s beloved PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN franchise…. to stepping off on his own to direct his latest biographical adventure AMUNDSEN based on the life of Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen (now available!)… Sandberg’s filmmaking path has been as exciting to watch as the films that he makes! Espen and Adam commiserate over huge projects they lost to the pandemic and Joe gears up for this week’s premiere of his episode in the new season of CREEPSHOW (“The Right Snuff”) in this fantastic conversation between 3 filmmakers on opposite sides of the planet.

Ep 409: Tom Six Apr 05, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Tom Six (THE HUMAN CENTIPEDE trilogy, THE ONANIA CLUB) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From Tom’s first viewing of Pier Paolo Pasolini’s SALO and realizing just how impactful the art of cinema can be… to his nihilistic view of society and the world at large… to the making of THE HUMAN CENTIPEDE and the hurdles he faced finding a distributor willing to take a chance on his film… to finding worldwide success as his HUMAN CENTIPEDE trilogy permeated pop culture across the entire planet… to history painfully repeating itself with his latest film THE ONANIA CLUB as once again distributors (and even festivals) are afraid to touch his controversial film in today’s overly sensitive climate… this is truly an episode for the books and THE MOVIE CRYPT at its most raw and unfiltered! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker who’s anxious producers may have made a severely premature move, Tom and the boys pull no punches in discussing the state of today’s neutered industry, and the “Unpopular Opinion” segment returns with an extremely blunt and powerfully inspiring vengeance. Follow @tom_six on Twitter to find out how YOU can help get THE ONANIA CLUB released!

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Ep 408: Camilla Belle Mar 29, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Actress and filmmaker Camilla Belle (WHEN A STRANGER CALLS, THE BALLAD OF JACK AND ROSE, 10,000 B.C.) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career journey. From her first gig in front of the camera at just 9 months old… to working as a child actor and model (remember her in PRACTICAL MAGIC or when she got attacked by a group of Compsognathuses in the opening of THE LOST WORLD: JURASSIC PARK at age 11?)… to her incredible acting career working opposite cinematic icons like Daniel Day-Lewis, Glenn Close, Walton Goggins, and Steven Seagal… to her writing/directing debut with her segment “Hoplophobia” in the new anthology PHOBIAS (now available on digital and on-demand!)… Camilla is an amazing example of what a director’s first time is like no matter how many years they’ve spent on Hollywood’s biggest sets before stepping behind the camera herself. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for an artist feeling like their creative spark has faded over this extremely challenging last year and Camilla makes Adam and Joe incredibly proud when she reveals just how few shooting days she actually had to pull off her ambitious, action packed, and extremely impressive directing debut!

Ep 407: Jamie Blanks Mar 22, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Jamie Blanks (URBAN LEGEND, VALENTINE, STORM WARNING) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen all the way from Australia to discuss his career in an absolutely CAN’T MISS episode! From getting Hollywood’s attention with a mock trailer for I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER while still in college (he almost got the gig directing it!)… to directing URBAN LEGEND… to meeting and befriending many of his cinematic idols… to the crushing blow of VALENTINE’s original reception (Fangoria may have voted it the worst movie of 2021 but the film certainly found a loyal audience that absolutely loves it 2 decades later!)… this ultra candid geek out between the 3 genre filmmakers is one that you’re going to wish never had to end. In fact, if you’re not yet supporting THE MOVIE CRYPT on Patreon and getting the FULL versions of every new episode we almost feel bad for you that you’re going to miss out on the second hour of this one. (Almost.) After all, it’s literally just $1 a month! So what are you waiting for? Stop missing out on the best parts and sign up today at www.Patreon.com/theMovieCrypt!

Ep 406: Jonas and Verena Kyratzes Mar 15, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Video game developers Jonas and Verena Kyratzes (SERIOUS SAM 4, THE SEA WILL CLAIM EVERYTHING) virtually join Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss their career journey together. From Jonas developing his first indie game at age 16 in Greece and Verena doing student theater in Germany… to meeting, collaborating, and eventually getting married… to working together writing, casting, and directing games like Croteam's SERIOUS SAM 4, THE TALOS PRINCIPLE, and THE HAND OF MERLIN as well as ACE Team's THE ETERNAL CYLINDER… to the pressures of meeting pre-determined release date deadlines… the group discusses the long process of bringing video games from mere ideas to fully tangible and playable fruition. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a parent with shared custody of their child considering a possible location change, Jonas and Verena confess what their favorite Adam Green film is, and Joe shares the story of how he became immortalized as “Kenny” in SERIOUS SAM 4.

Ep 405: Mike P Nelson Mar 08, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Mike P Nelson (WRONG TURN 2021, THE DOMESTICS) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his journey at the helm of the re-imagined WRONG TURN (out now)! From Mike’s initial reaction to franchise creator Alan McElroy’s screenplay and its completely re-envisioned take on the original concept… to carrying out post-production during the COVID-19 pandemic… to committing to the bold choice of making a WRONG TURN movie that purposely avoids many of the signature elements that fans have come to expect from the franchise… this candid conversation offers some fascinating insight into what it’s like navigating a climate where audiences largely gravitate towards remakes, sequels, and recognizable titles over original offerings… all while claiming they want “something new.” In the second half of the episode the boys get real about the social commentary of “backwoods villains,” Mike offers some truly compelling advice to those pursuing a career in the arts, and Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” to an artist feeling beaten down by bad luck. Stop missing out on the best parts of each week’s conversation! By supporting THE MOVIE CRYPT for just $1 a month you’ll be able to get the full versions of every new episode and gain the ability to ask questions for “Viewer Mail” and “Hollywood Therapy!” Sign-up today at www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt!

Ep 404: Steve Moore Mar 01, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Composer Steve Moore (MAYHEM, BLISS, THE MIND’S EYE) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his craft and career journey. From listening to STAR WARS soundtrack albums as a child in order to re-live every moment of the films… to QUEEN’s soundtrack for FLASH GORDON showing him his calling… to studying music in college… to discovering his own unique synth-based sound and the rise of his band ZOMBI… to a review of one of ZOMBI’s albums leading to him scoring Adam Wingard’s HOME SICK and launching his career as a composer… to his personal process in helping bringing a director’s story to musical life… to the pros and cons of working with temp scores… to his advice for up and coming composers on both how to find work and how to best serve each story being told… Steve’s general optimism and passion for his craft is downright contagious. Dr. Arwen turns this week’s “Hollywood Therapy” session around on the boys after a patient asks them to analyze “where they are at today versus where their high school selves thought they would be today” and a listener almost makes Adam cry with their incredibly touching words in this fantastic episode that just so happens to SOUND incredible, too! (Leave it to a phenomenal composer to have a high quality microphone handy to use for Zoom!)

Ep 403: Neil Marshall & Charlotte Kirk Feb 22, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Neil Marshall (THE DESCENT, GAME OF THRONES) returns to THE MOVIE CRYPT with actress/writer Charlotte Kirk (OCEAN’S EIGHT, ULYSSES: A DARK ODYSSEY) to discuss their new historical horror film THE RECKONING (now available)! From writing a screenplay centering around false witchcraft accusations in the 1700’s that would wind up being far more relevant in 2021 than they ever imagined… to the creative freedoms of stepping back into the indie world and working with a limited budget after a string of working on bigger budget studio/network films… to the hurdles of shooting a period piece with limited time and resources… to the various ways they used sound and existing locations to provide an epic scope… this is a fantastic conversation about how to retain the feeling of big budget scale despite an indie’s inherent financial restraints and how to best write, direct, produce, and perform a story that’s set in a time period that is typically reserved for far larger budgets. Dr. Arwen provides advice for filmmakers considering using stock footage and/or public domain music in their work and Joe shares an “Unpopular Opinion” about recent on-line backlash to established filmmakers who encourage up and comers to “shoot it on your iPhone if need be.”

Ep 402: Jay Baruchel Feb 15, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor and filmmaker Jay Baruchel (TROPIC THUNDER, KNOCKED UP, MILLION DOLLAR BABY, GOON, THIS IS THE END, HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON, TV’s UNDECLARED and MAN SEEKING WOMAN) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for a candid discussion about his career journey and the craft/business of making movies. From deciding as a child that he wanted to be the guy who scared Stephen King (before ever reading a Stephen King book)… to discovering a genuine love and natural talent for writing… to a chance encounter with the great Brian De Palma and choosing the right one liner about a suitcase… to his incredible acting career working on some of the biggest movies alongside some of the biggest stars… to getting a firsthand masterclass in directing by working with some of the greatest and most iconic directors (Clint Eastwood, Judd Apatow, Ben Stiller, Roger Avary, David Cronenberg, and more)… to writing GOON and directing the sequel… to the candid truth about producers with frustrating intentions during the casting process… to modern day “financial/numbers obsessed” movie fans… to a technical geek out on color pallet and the making of his latest film RANDOM ACTS OF VIOLENCE (now available on Shudder, VOD, digital, DVD, and Blu-Ray!)… this conversation is so insanely fun that you’ll never want it to end. Dr. Arwen provides advice and emotional support for a writer facing the hurdle of a new baby at home, Jay shares the truth behind the infamous rollercoaster scene in KNOCKED UP, and the boys get real about what happens when the business decisions overshadow the actual art.

Ep 401: Nick Thune Feb 08, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Comedian/actor Nick Thune (KNOCKED UP, EXTRACT, DAVE MADE A MAZE, TV’s BURNING LOVE) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From his very first public speaking experiences… to becoming a stand up comic that the industry took notice of and pursued… to his first major movie role and all he learned on that set… to playing a character with multiple personas in his latest film- the romantic comedy THE RIGHT ONE (available now)… THE MOVIE CRYPT enters the 400’s with an absolutely killer conversation. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” to a patient grieving a truly tragic situation and feeling guilty about the kind of entertainment he enjoys and Adam declares that movies dead in the introduction of a brand new segment called “The Unpopular Opinion.”

Ep 400: GREEN & LYNCH SPECIAL Feb 01, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmakers Adam Green (HATCHET, FROZEN) and Joe Lynch (EVERLY, MAYHEM) celebrate their 400th episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT by putting themselves in the guest chair(s) for an extremely candid and raw conversation about each other’s careers. In this special 2.5 hour long episode the directors interview each other with the in-depth, personal, and technical questions that they never get asked when doing the publicity rounds in support of their latest releases. From extremely specific questions about their individual styles and the approaches they take to their crafts… to self-reflective questions about how far they feel they’ve come and how far they feel they still have to go… this is the type of stuff you just won’t find in their almost 2 decades of interviews with other outlets. The last 90 minutes (available exclusively for listeners who support the program for a mere $1 a month or more on Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt) include the really good stuff:

If they could go back to their first feature films (WRONG TURN 2 for Joe and HATCHET for Adam) what would they do differently? When “success” arrived how did it differ from what they originally perceived it to be and how do they define “success" now? If they could each bring back just one of the too many icons of cinema that have passed on during their time in the industry- who would it be? Out of the 400 episodes of THE MOVIE CRYPT so far- which is their favorite? What would they like to see changed about the convention/fandom world? What movie do they each wish they had been the ones to make? Is it still as crucial to live in Los Angeles as it may have been back when they moved to La La Land 20+ years ago? Based on all they’ve been through and learned so far, what advice/warnings would they give themselves (and each other) if they could time travel back to the start? From the wonderful highs to the heartbreaking lows and the many struggles, frustrations, and disappointments in between… Adam and Joe take off their hosting hats for a night to speak freely as the artists that they are.

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Ep 399: Steve Kostanski Jan 25, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Steve Kostanski (THE VOID, LEPRECHAUN RETURNS, MANBORG, FATHER’S DAY) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From a child scared of the horror section in the video store to discovering a life-long love of the genre through the gateway drug of ARMY OF DARKNESS and THE EVIL DEAD saga… to teaching himself special FX make-up with the help of books and his eventual personal relationship with the legendary Dick Smith (THE EXORCIST, SCANNERS)… to making a name for himself with his production team ASTRON-6 on ultra low budget films that impressed and captured a loyal audience… to the pitfalls of first time directors… the hurdles of working with practical effects on set… and the making of his latest PG: PSYCHO GOREMAN (out now!)… this is one MOVIE CRYPT geek out that you’re going to wish didn’t have to end! Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a filmmaker considering a sequel, Adam spills some dirt about the worst pilot he ever directed, and Joe gets no spoilers out of Steve about the new DAY OF THE DEAD TV series!

Ep 398: Ernie Hudson Jan 18, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor Ernie Hudson (GHOSTBUSTERS, THE CROW, CONGO, TV’s THE FAMILY BUSINESS) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his long career journey as an actor. From the pressures of having a family to feed before his acting career had even gotten started… to sticking with his dream regardless of the odds and setting an example for his children to go after their dreams no matter what… to Ernie’s process of discovery with each character he plays… to making organic choices based on what is true to a specific character in a given moment versus falling back on generic choices based on what the average viewer might expect or simply think they want to see from a character… to the worldwide phenomenon that was 1984’s GHOSTBUSTERS… to governing the jail cells of TV’s OZ.. to voice over work for animation and games… to the making of his latest film REDEMPTION DAY (now available!)… to a great personal story about a night in Morocco… this conversation with one of the industry’s most beloved working actors is so enjoyable it literally flies by. Dr. Arwen’s office was closed for the week but our Crypt Keepers get their questions for Ernie answered and Adam and Joe explain where THE MOVIE CRYPT “Vaults” went.

Ep 397: Alexander Siddig Jan 11, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor and Director Alexander Siddig (GAME OF THRONES, 24, STAR TREK; DEEP SPACE NINE, CLASH OF THE TITANS) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From a theater obsessed boy with his heart set on one day directing opera… to finding himself as a beloved character in the STAR TREK universe (“Doctor Bashir” on DEEP SPACE NINE) where he’d star in a whopping 173 episodes… to his chance directing episodes of the science fiction television epic (wait til you hear Alexander’s story about the curve ball he was thrown!)… to his roles in massive blockbusters like VERTICAL LIMIT, KINGDOM OF HEAVEN, SYRIANA, DOOMSDAY, CLASH OF THE TITANS, 21 BRIDGES, and his most recent science fiction thriller SKYLINES (available now!)… Alexander’s career is one as legendary as the characters he has portrayed. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient suffering from Imposter Syndrome and Alexander admits that he didn’t quite know what was happening all of the time on GAME OF THRONES either in this fantastic conversation that flew by all too quickly.

This conversation first aired during YORKIETHON 5 on Saturday December 19, 2020 as part of THE MOVIE CRYPT’s annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue.

Ep 396: Rachel Nichols Jan 04, 2021

PUBLIC VERSION. Actress Rachel Nichols (THE AMITYVILLE HORROR 2005, STAR TREK 2009, G.I. JOE: THE RISE OF COBRA, CONTINUUM, BREACH) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career journey. From her early days modeling to finding herself landing roles on SEX AND THE CITY and DUMB IN DUMBERER: WHEN HARRY MET LLOYD… to re-occurring roles on huge shows like ALIAS and CONTINUUM and Hollywood tentpole blockbusters like STAR TREK and G.I. JOE… to screen testing opposite absolute legends like Daniel Day Lewis… to the making of her latest feature BREACH (out now!)… Rachel’s career path has been an amazing one to follow but not one free of hurdles or tragedy. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient concerned with developing career fatigue and Rachel discusses an extremely personal passion project that she not only adapted into a screenplay but that will also see her in the director’s chair for the first time!

This conversation was originally recorded to be part of YORKIETHON 5 and first aired on Saturday December 19. 2020 during THE MOVIE CRYPT’s annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue.

Ep 395: Goodbye 2020 Dec 28, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Adam, Joe, and Arwen say goodbye and good riddance to 2020 in their traditional year end recap. Starting off with a detailed recap of last weekend’s YORKIETHON 5 (or at least, what their sleep deprived minds can remember from it), the boys proceed with a look back at the highlights of this past year including: their favorite episodes of 2020… recording the show over Zoom in the social distancing era… the month of daily live streams that was ADAM GREEN’S CORONAPOCALYPSE and it’s 2-night follow up 6 months later… parting ways with the Fangoria Podcast Network… their favorite MOVIE CRYPT LIVE pre-shows… the fun of SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE… the resurrection of ADAM GREEN’S SCARY SLEEPOVER… Joe’s Atlanta adventures on Season 2 of CREEPSHOW… ArieScope’s 22nd annual Halloween short film FULL SIZE… both MAYHEM and VICTOR CROWLEY playing on Joe Bob Brigg’s THE LAST DRIVE-IN… “Victor Crowley” achieving NECA action figure status… the devastating murder of Adam’s ex-girlfriend Amie Harwick… the heartbreaking loss of “S. Tyler Kitty”… HOLLISTON’s triumphant re-birth on Shudder… and more. In a year stricken by political and racial division, cancel culture, toxic social media, a toilet paper shortage, a serious lack of hugs, and a worldwide plague that forced mankind to quarantine and isolate from each other… the three of us tried our very best to go the extra mile and continually create opportunities for the Crypt Keeper community to lean on each other and keep laughing through the depressing days and dark nights. In the end 2020 couldn’t beat us! We’re ending this incredibly difficult year having grown as individuals and having become closer friends. As some extra icing on the cake, our community crossed the 2020 finish line having saved a whole bunch of dogs together in the name of love! So go ahead and wrap up 2020 in duct tape, set it on fire, and drive it off of a cliff like Slash’s car in the “November Rain” video. But never forget that every time this year knocked us down with its worst, our community continually got back up and tried our best. 2020 may have sucked hard- but we never gave up. We wish you all a happy, inspired, and laugh filled new year! Stay safe, friends. Things will be better soon. -AG, JL, & A

Ep 394: Nick Stahl Dec 21, 2020

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Actor Nick Stahl (DISTURBING BEHAVIOR, BULLY, THE THIN RED LINE, TERMINATOR 3, SIN CITY) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From a 4 year old doing local theater… to finding himself auditioning for a movie, not getting it, and acting opposite Mel Gibson in THE MAN WITHOUT A FACE instead… to working with Larry Cohen on the controversial BULLY… to the interesting choices he has made playing such a wide variety of roles in some of the biggest films… to NOT getting cut out of Terrence Malick’s THE THIN RED LINE… to dealing with the rejections all actors must face… to the ending of HBO’s CARNIVALE… to his latest HUNTER HUNTER (now playing!), Nick is the real deal and a Hollywood mainstay. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” to a filmmaker standing at the crossroads of formats (features or series content) and Joe admits to being starstruck by Nick at a convention in this terrific conversation.

Ep 393: Jeffrey A. Brown Dec 14, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Jeffrey A. Brown (THE BEACH HOUSE) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career with an emphasis on “location, location, location!” From starting out as an intern/PA right out of film school… to his 2 decades as a Location Manager on films like PIECES OF APRIL, TAXI, THE FAMILY STONE, SPIDER-MAN 3, and THE WOLF OF WALL STREET as well as on TV series’ like NCIS: NEW ORLEANS, GIRLS, MASTER OF NONE, and FRINGE… to making the leap from writing and directing his own short films to his feature debut THE BEACH HOUSE (currently streaming on Shudder!)… to under the table payoffs, film school regrets, film festival memories and the kind of honesty that you listen to THE MOVIE CRYPT for… this episode is where it’s at! (Get it? Locations…? “Where it’s at…?” Whatever, you’re not very witty either.) The boys spoil a few YORKIETHON 5 guests, Joe admits to trying to solicit Robert Evans, and Dr. Arwen sits out “Hollywood Therapy” in order to to keep walking door to door, uphill, both ways, in the goddamn snow (!) as she collects items for her amazing Silent Auction next weekend! IT’S HERE, YOU GUYS!!!! YORKIETHON 5 IS NEXT WEEKEND! Brew a bathtub full of coffee, get comfy, and don’t miss a single sleepless minute of THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 5th annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue! The podcast event of the year starts THIS Friday (12/18) at 5pm PST and goes straight through until Sunday (12/20) at 5pm PST with tons of special guests, live comedy, live music, live script readings, live film commentaries, Arwen’s Silent Auction, and so much more! It's all FREE on www.ArieScope.com! Join us for the most enjoyable two days you’ll have in 2020 and help us save as many dogs as possible as we once again stay awake… so that they don’t get put to sleep.

Ep 392: James Kuhoric Dec 07, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Comic book writer and owner of American Mythology comics James Kuhoric (FREDDY vs JASON vs ASH, HATCHET, ARMY OF DARKNESS, STARGATE: SG-1) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for what turns into the horror geek out conversation of 2020! From writing his own stories as a child based on the various films and TV series he loved… to gaining years of experience working for big companies like Diamond and Avatar… to having his dream writing project come true with FREDDY vs JASON vs ASH… to the hurdles that take place behind the scenes when writing for existing IPs/characters/franchises… to how to best break into the world of comic books… James provides a free master class for anyone looking to launch a career in comics - all while nerding the F out with the boys about their favorite horror characters and films. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a creator that landed a great gig but is now finding herself having to work with a team that the powers that be have chosen for her as opposed to the team she planned on working with (this is a GOOD one, you guys - pay attention!), Adam reveals which popular film series he wrote fan fiction for as a 6 year old child, and James shares a truly heartwarming story about a convention encounter with a horror icon that he will never forget. Whether you are an avid comic book fan, someone interested in pursuing a career in comics, or simply a fan of pop culture in general… this is one conversation you absolutely do not want to miss! From the candid behind the scenes stories you’ll hear about the HATCHET comic series, to the brutally honest advice you’ll get on professional networking, to the painful truth about what you should do with your million dollar idea that’s based on properties that you did not create and that you don’t own the rights to… this episode encapsulates everything that you listen to this podcast for. Hell, James even invites listeners to pitch their work directly to him/American Mythology: AmericanMythologyComics@gmail.com YORKIETHON 5 (The Movie Crypt’s 5th annual 48-hour live marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue) is less than 2 weeks away! Join Adam, Joe, Arwen as they stay on the air for 2 days straight (5pm PST on December 18th through 5pm PST on Sunday December 20th) and bring you the biggest podcast event of the year! With over 50 guests, live comedy, music, film commentaries, script readings, interviews, Arwen’s Silent Auction, and so much more - YORKIETHON 5 is the cure for your 2020 blues! And it’s all to save the lives of abandoned and abused dogs who otherwise may not make it until Christmas this year. Listen FREE on ArieScope.com, feel the love, and be a part of something truly positive as we once again stay awake… so that they don’t get put to sleep.

Ep 391: Paul McEvoy Nov 30, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. One of the founding fathers and coordinators of UK FrightFest, Paul McEvoy virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen from across the pond to discuss the creation and longevity of one of the greatest genre film festivals in the world. From how the festival began… to how it has continued to grow… to how the coordinators choose their selections each year… to the “do’s” and “don’ts” when making short films and submitting them for festival consideration… to the survival of festivals during these pandemic stricken times… this episode is an absolute MUST hear for all aspiring filmmakers navigating the film festival circuit! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker who’s lost half of his budget and the guys reflect on the time that A SERBIAN FILM (almost) played at FrightFest in this conversational crash course in film festivals!

Don’t miss a single sleepless second of YORKIETHON 5 coming up over the weekend of December 18th-20th! THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 5th annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue is THE podcast event of the year with over 50 guests, live script readings, live comedy, live music, live film commentaries, Arwen’s Silent Auction, and so much more! Listen FREE all weekend long on ArieScope.com!

Ep 390: Xander Berkeley Nov 23, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor Xander Berkeley (HEAT, TERMINATOR 2: JUDGEMENT DAY, AIR FORCE ONE, MOMMIE DEAREST, SID AND NANCY, CANDYMAN, TV’s THE WALKING DEAD and 24) virtually joins us to discuss his absolutely incredible career. From Xander’s early stage work… to making the transition to TV and film… to his personal process for becoming such a wide array of colorful characters… to how he chooses roles… to his experience playing the incredibly flawed human being “Gregory” on THE WALKING DEAD… to bringing believable dimensions to voice performances… to shaking off the darkness of a role once he has wrapped production… this conversation with one of Hollywood’s hardest working character actors is one that anyone with aspirations of an acting career needs to hear. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener who’s having problems with having problems, Xander explains what it’s like to get yelled at by Al Pacino, and Adam and Joe consider moving to Maine in this episode that’s a true Thanksgiving Feast of entertainment knowledge!

Don’t miss a single sleepless second of YORKIETHON 5 - our annual 48 hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue! This year’s event will take place over the weekend of December 18th - 20th starting at 5pm PST on Friday and going straight through, non-stop until 5pm PST on Sunday. Featuring well over 50 celebrity guests, live comedy, live music, live interviews, live script readings, live film commentaries, and more - YORKIETHON is always the podcast event of each year. Listen/watch FREE on ArieScope.com as we once again “stay awake… so that they don’t get put to sleep.”

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Ep 389: Cerina Vincent Nov 16, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Actress Cerina Vincent (CABIN FEVER, NOT ANOTHER TEEN MOVIE, TV’s POWER RANGERS and STUCK IN THE MIDDLE) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career journey. From the challenges of being type cast… to landing a dream role and learning while shooting the pilot that the powers that be were still actively searching to find a different actress for the role… to writing 3 "hot" books... to the psychological impact of working on a series for multiple seasons and then having to say goodbye (for reasons that will make your blood boil)… to how motherhood has changed her priorities and how she considers jobs… to pursuing a career that requires her to exist on hope… this is one conversation about the business that is so candid it will surely stick with you for a long time to come. Dr. Arwen provides Hollywood Therapy to a writer struggling to focus, the group finds a great job for your Mom, and Cerina shares a “tail” about starting off quarantine with some unwanted house guests in this brutally honest episode that is truly THE MOVIE CRYPT at its very best.

Don’t miss a single sleepless minute of YORKIETHON 5! Our 5th annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue is coming up Friday December 18th through Sunday December 20th (yes- the dates have changed - we have pushed the marathon back 1 week from the originally announced dates). Featuring different celebrity guests stopping by around the clock, live script readings, live commentaries, live comedy, Arwen’s Silent Auction, and more…. it’s the podcast event of the year! Listen FREE on ArieScope.com all weekend long as we once again stay awake… so that they don’t get put to sleep.

Ep 388: Brian Duffield Nov 09, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Brian Duffield (writer of THE BABYSITTER, UNDERWATER and LOVE AND MONSTERS, writer/director of SPONTANEOUS) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From the challenges to telling a story that requires gore yet keeping it accessible to as wide an audience as possible… to the responsibility that comes with making a violent movie involving children… to the importance of having actors who truly understand what your production is up against time and budget wise… to how to use references without alienating portions of your audience… to what it actually feels like to have your script produced by people who purposely don’t involve you in the filmmaking process… this is an amazing opportunity to hear a very honest conversation with a filmmaker in the midst of an absolutely phenomenal run. Dr. Arwen provides Hollywood Therapy to a filmmaker who is becoming disenchanted by rejection, Joe celebrates the pandemic’s Drive-In release model, and Adam turns Aerosmith into a Dad joke (twice) in this episode featuring one of the most exciting filmmakers in our industry to watch right now.

Don’t miss a single sleepless minute of YORKIETHON 5! Our 5th annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue is coming up Friday December 11th through Sunday December 13th. Featuring different celebrity guests stopping by around the clock, live script readings, live commentaries, live comedy, Arwen’s Silent Auction, and more…. it’s the podcast event of the year! Listen FREE on ArieScope.com all weekend long as we once again stay awake… so that they don’t get put to sleep.

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Ep 387: Karim Hussain Nov 02, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Cinematographer Karim Hussain (POSSESSOR, WE ARE STILL HERE, TV’S HANNIBAL, HOBO WITH A SHOTGUN) shares his career story and techs out with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From getting his start at a young age in Canada… to what makes for a productive and happy set… to knowing when and how to move the camera… to lens preferences and so much more… the boys dive deep into the craft of cinematic photography. Dr. Arwen provides Hollywood Therapy to a listener dealing with a major life change, Karim enlightens the guys with some truth about the French and their “French Hours,” and Adam reveals why the guy with a blockbuster like TITANIC on their resume may not actually be a qualified hire for a job.

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Ep 386: Danielle Harris Returns! Oct 26, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Icon and actress Danielle Harris (HALLOWEEN 4 & 5, HATCHET 2 & 3, FREE WILLY, DON’T TELL MOM THE BABYSITTER’S DEAD) returns to THE MOVIE CRYPT for her first proper episode since Episode 2 in May 2013! To make her triumphant return even more special, the “Scream Queen of Halloween” is also the first (and likely the only) guest to actually appear in the ArieScope studio since the pandemic first began! What is it really like shooting during the pandemic? Do cast and crew members actually feel safe? How has motherhood changed Danielle’s perspective on her career? Does she consider herself an “actress” in the same way others might? Has she ever gotten hurt on a set? Advice for women looking to break in to the industry in today’s climate? Everyone’s Halloween plans? Dr. Arwen provides Hollywood Therapy to a listener reeling from the unexpected and tragic loss of a friend that they closely associated with their craft, Joe shares a testing horror story, and Adam discusses what it was like being the first guest on Danielle’s new on-line series COMMENTERROR - now available.

FULL SIZE, the 22nd annual ArieScope Halloween short film, is now playing on ArieScope.com and the ArieScope Youtube channel. Enjoy Adam’s Halloween treat for fans and remember… you can’t cancel Halloween!

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Ep 385: Mark Tonderai Oct 19, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Mark Tonderai (HUSH, LOCKE & KEY, GOTHAM, DOCTOR WHO) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. This incredibly passionate “artist on artist on artist” discussion includes everything from a director’s set etiquette…. Mark’s approach to directing episodic television vs feature films… the importance of connecting your own heart, your own point of view, and your own life experience into each project even if the material was written/created by someone else… Mark’s early days as a radio DJ… and of course Mark’s last film SPELL - available in select drive-in theaters and streaming digitally next week! Dr. Arwen provides Hollywood Therapy to a writer who only recently realized his calling to the craft of storytelling, Joe calls his recent experience directing stories for Season 2 of CREEPSHOW “one of the most creatively fulfilling experiences he’s ever had,” and Adam says goodbye to two crew members (FROZEN’s Merrit Yohnka and HATCHET’s Chris Carnell) as well as his beloved cat “S. Tyler Kitty” all three of whom passed away last week.

The pandemic may have caused most Halloween festivities to be cancelled this year but nothing could keep the ArieScope family from their Halloween short film tradition. ArieScope’s 22nd annual Halloween short film FULL SIZE premieres this week on www.ArieScope.com and on the ArieScope YouTube channel!

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Ep 384: Andre Gower Oct 12, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor and Filmmaker Andre Gower (THE MONSTER SQUAD, MR. PRESIDENT) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career and his phenomenal new documentary on cult fandom: WOLFMAN’S GOT NARDS (available on 10/27). From the endless auditioning as a child actor… to landing the leading role of “Sean” in Fred Dekker and Shane Black’s cult classic THE MONSTER SQUAD (you might be surprised which role he actually auditioned for!)… to filming the commercial for ATARI’s doomed E.T. Video Game … to directing his new documentary and the long road he has traveled with it from concept to release… Andre dives deep into the magic of fandom and just how important the films that we grew up loving actually are in the shaping of our lives. Dr. Arwen provides Hollywood Therapy to a writer having anxiety over choosing a director for her project and Andre blows Adam’s HE-MAN loving childhood mind in this FAN-tastic episode that encompasses everything that’s awesome about the things we love. Seriously, if you’re not smiling throughout this entire conversation you may be dead inside!

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Ep 383: Casper Van Dien Oct 05, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor and action hero Casper Van Dien (STARSHIP TROOPERS, ALITA: BATTLE ANGEL, SLEEPY HOLLOW) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey in this truly fantastic conversation. From early exposure to live theater and musicals… to realizing his calling for the stage and screen… to landing the role of a lifetime in Paul Verhoeven’s classic STARSHIP TROOPERS… to the set of TARZAN AND THE LOST CITY where he was attacked by both an elephant and a guerrilla (for real!)… to the demanding physical roles he has taken on and the training required to prepare for the characters he has played throughout his incredible career… to the making of his latest film THE 2ND (available now on VOD and digital)… Casper’s path has been exciting, hilarious, and inspiring - to say the least! Dr. Arwen provides Hollywood Therapy to a young filmmaker learning how to manage their hectic schedule and a big spoiler for YORKIETHON 5 is dropped in this ridiculously fun episode that had both Adam and Joe fanboying out… hard.

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Ep 382: Jeff Barnaby Sep 28, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Jeff Barnaby (BLOOD QUANTUM, RHYMES FOR YOUNG GHOULS) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career. From reading Stephen King and Clive Barker and realizing just how forward thinking genre stories could be… to his love of samurai films and insatiable need to see all he could see… to becoming politically aware and finding his voice… to the real life issues that make up the beating heart of his zombie gore-fest BLOOD QUANTUM (a film that only became infinitely more relative with the 2020 pandemic)… Jeff’s story couldn’t be more timely than right now. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a filmmaker anxious to get started but nervous about the options available to him at the moment and also offers advice to an artist/video game creator looking to pave their own way.

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Ep 381: CURSED FILMS Sep 21, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Jay Cheel (HELLTOWN) and author Mitch Horowitz (OCCULT AMERICA) virtually join Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss their new docu-series CURSED FILMS (now streaming on Shudder). Jay and Mitch discuss how they curated the selection of films in the series… how they approached interviewing the various individuals involved with such sensitive and tragic real life stories… what they did to set their series apart from any other show or documentary that may have already covered the unfortunate events associated with the films in the series… reactions from viewers… and what’s to come now that a second season has been ordered. Dr. Arwen provides Hollywood Therapy for a listener looking to rekindle their passion, Adam puts his foot down on a controversial subject, and David Lee Roth rocks out in this truly insightful and extremely candid filmmaker on filmmaker on filmmaker on filmmaker on Yorkie conversation.

Speaking of curses… the first two seasons of HOLLISTON are now streaming on Shudder! Help show the folks in charge at Shudder that it’s time to get Adam, Joe, Laura, Corri, and Dee back on stage together again for season 3 and break the curse that has been looming over HOLLISTON since 2014! The series debuted on Shudder last week with one hell of a bang as the Holliston Nation set social media on fire with their excitement. However, resurrecting our beloved TV show is going to take a marathon - not a sprint - and we’re not going to instantly get to the green-light at the end of the 6 year-long dark tunnel that we’ve been trapped in. Thankfully, Shudder actually listens to their audience! You may recall that the network licensed seasons 1 and 2 of HOLLISTON after fans blew up Shudder’s social media during Adam’s first “Coronapocalypse” month of daily live streams last spring. So let Shudder hear you and remember… slow and steady wins the race!

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Ep 380: Aaron B Koontz Sep 14, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Aaron B. Koontz (SCARE PACKAGE, CAMERA OBSCURA, STARRY EYES) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey in one of the most candid conversations you’ll ever hear. After a hilarious opening (well, the guys think they’re funny… Arwen not so much) the group quickly forgets that they’re even being recorded as they catch up, support, and commiserate with each other’s experiences as honestly as possible. From Aaron’s first feature directing experience leaving him with a film that wasn’t quite his cut… to the perils of being the one with your ass on the line for an anthology made up of filmmaker friends…. to the triumphs of being acknowledged by artists you look up to… to the making of Aaron’s latest THE PALE DOOR (now playing!)… this is precisely the kind of conversation that you can only hear on THE MOVIE CRYPT. Dr. Arwen sits out Hollywood Therapy after being so offended by the guys Smash Mouth jokes (hey, she loves SHREK) but a long standing MOVIE CRYPT tradition is brought back for this one episode.

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Ep 379: Joe R. Lansdale Sep 07, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Award winning author Joe R. Lansdale (BUBBA HO-TEP, HAP AND LEONARD, BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for one of the very best MOVIE CRYPT episodes of 2020. From the legendary author’s writing process (“I write like everyone I know is dead”)… to his creative discipline (“I write for 3 hours a day and feel accomplished 99% of the time”)… to where he finds inspiration (“Don’t sit around waiting for the muse… YOU are the muse”)… to how he chooses the stories he writes, how he keeps writing fun despite it being his job, and how he has managed to remain “a positive realist” after almost 70 years of life on this planet… this is one of the most honest and inspirational conversations about the writing process that you’ll ever hear. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a listener with one question in three parts, everyone picks the cinematic worlds that they would most love to live in, and the guys give a sobering (but positive) update on the state of YORKIETHON 5 in this writing masterclass with one of the most beloved storytellers working today. In fact, if by the end of this episode you’re not rolling up your sleeves and preparing to attack that great story brewing up inside of you… you must have not been listening.

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Ep 378: Pauly Shore Aug 31, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Comedian Pauly Shore (ENCINO MAN, BIO-DOME, IN THE ARMY NOW, JURY DUTY, PAULY SHORE IS DEAD) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his incredible career journey. From growing up in the legendary Comedy Store on LA’s Sunset Strip surrounded by the absolute biggest names in comedy history… to becoming the face of MTV during the network’s pop culture pinnacle… to reaching “household name” status with a run of feature films that have only continued to grow in popularity with each passing year… to losing his confidence (“I lost my smile”) and feeling like he had lost his place when that incredible run was over… to now being busier and “Pauly-er” than ever before in 2020 with his new film GUEST HOUSE, his weekly podcast (PAULY SHORE’S RANDOM RANTS), his new one man show (STICK WITH THE DANCING: FUNNY STORIES FROM MY CHILDHOOD), and more… this is “the Weasel” you know and love!

Adam and Joe also discuss VICTOR CROWLEY breaking the internet with its SHUDDER premiere on Joe Bob Briggs’ LAST DRIVE-IN, the latest episode of SCARY SLEEPOVER with IMPRACTICAL JOKERS’ Brian “Q” Quinn (now playing on ArieScope.com and on the ArieScope YouTube Channel), and this coming weekend’s CORONAPOCALYPSE 2: INSOMNIA WEEKEND where you can join the boys for a full “watch-a-long” weekend of all-night live streaming marathons: the entire HATCHET series on Friday night 9/4 and a HOLLISTON marathon on Saturday night 9/5! Stay safe at home with your friends this weekend and join us (and special guests) on www.ArieScope.com!

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Ep 377: Jordan Downey Aug 24, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Jordan Downey (THE HEAD HUNTER, THANKSKILLING, CRITTERS: BOUNTY HUNTER) virtually joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From film school and making the move to Los Angeles… to finding a way to survive in the real world while consistently pursuing his dream… to making films instead of waiting for permission to do so… to the making of his latest- the medieval horror epic THE HEAD HUNTER (now streaming on SHUDDER) and how he pushed a truly meager budget to enormous cinematic heights… Jordan’s story is one that will inspire anyone looking to pick up a camera and tell a story. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support and advice for a filmmaker standing at the COVID-crossroads with his first feature film and the guys weigh in on the current trend of “virtual film festivals” in the face of the pandemic that has turned 2020 into a total shit show.

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Ep 376: Danny Clinch Aug 17, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Renowned rock photographer and filmmaker Danny Clinch has worked with THE BEASTIE BOYS, JAY Z, ALICE IN CHAINS, PEARL JAM, BEN HARPER, JENNIFER LOPEZ, KEITH RICHARDS, DAVE MATTHEWS, and more. In this fantastic conversation discussing his career, his craft, and his artistic philosophy, Danny explains what it’s really like working with the world’s biggest artists, how he earns a band’s trust enough to infiltrate their inner sanctum, what it means to become a fly on the wall that is truly “with the band,” and why the fleeting moments that he captures with his camera become such a crucial aspect of a fan’s emotional and deeply personal connection to the artists they love so dearly. Adam, Joe, and Arwen also passionately discuss Danny’s latest documentary ALL I CAN SAY which features an extremely candid and personal look into the real life of BLIND MELON frontman Shannon Hoon who tragically died of a drug overdose in 1995 at age 28.

“I know we can’t all stay here forever so I want to write my words on the face of today.” - Shannon Hoon

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Ep 375: Timo Tjahjanto Aug 10, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Timo Tjahjanto (THE NIGHT COMES FOR US, MAY THE DEVIL TAKE YOU, MACABRE, KILLERS, V/H/S 2) “virtually” joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen all the way from Indonesia to discuss his career journey. From keeping his college filmmaking studies a secret in an effort to avoid disappointing his parents with his career choice… to the films that influenced him during his formative years… to the cultural differences between audiences and their reactions to specific sub-genres… to how he establishes each film’s tone through varying editorial styles and levels of violence/gore… to his epic collaboration with the amazing Gareth Evans on V/H/S 2… the boys fully geek out as they take a deep dive into Timo’s craft. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a listener facing a difficult choice, Timo explains why he’d always prefer a movie set over a wedding reception, and there is more car waxing then a commercial for Armor All in this ridiculously fun conversation that sets a new record for the amount of “fucks” given.

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Ep 374: Brandon Trost Aug 03, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Brandon Trost (THE DISASTER ARTIST, ROB ZOMBIE’S HALLOWEEN 2, NEIGHBORS, HE WAS A QUIET MAN, THE DIARY OF A TEENAGE GIRL) “virtually” joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career as both a cinematographer and director. From starting out helping his father (Ron Trost) with practical effects on sets… to his 20 years behind the cameras designing the look of some of the biggest and best dramas, comedies, and horror films… to his recent directorial effort AN AMERICAN PICKLE (out this Thursday August 6th on HBO MAX)… Brandon’s journey has been absolutely incredible to follow. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a listener wondering if time may have passed him by, the boys share a few details about their involvement with the upcoming FRIDAY THE 13TH box set, and Adam announces the street date for the next HATCHET comic and his upcoming appearance on Joe Bob’s LAST DRIVE-IN (August 14th).

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Ep 373: Stacy Martin Jul 27, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Actress Stacy Martin (NYMPHOMANIAC, VOX LUX, HIGH RISE, TALE OF TALES ) “virtually” joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen all the way from London. One of the bravest and most talented actresses working today, Stacy discusses her career journey from her debut feature film working with the great Lars von Trier on the technically groundbreaking and highly provocative NYMPHOMANIAC Volume 1 & 2… to her process making a connection with each character she plays… to working alongside industry titans (she’s starred in films with Vincent Cassel, Natalie Portman, Jude Law, Jeremy Irons to name a few)… to an extremely in-depth discussion about the making of her latest achievement - the phenomenal ARCHIVE (out right now on VOD). Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a listener trying to cope with the industry shut down over COVID-19 and Stacy and the boys discuss that polarizing SEINFELD finale in this fantastic conversation with on cinema’s most exciting young stars.

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Ep 372: Mark Dacascos Jul 20, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Actor Mark Dacascos (JOHN WICK 3, BROTHERHOOD OF THE WOLF, DOUBLE DRAGON, TV’s HAWAII FIVE-O) “virtually” joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his absolutely incredible career. From bravely saying “yes” to an opportunity that he didn’t even know he was looking for… to having the kind of career that most actors could only dream of… if by the end of this episode you aren’t ready to street fight to the death for the position of President in the “Mark Dacascos Fan Club” by the end of this episode you may not have a beating heart! For real, Mark’s humble sincerity coupled with Adam and Joe’s reverence for Mark’s work make for an inspirational conversation that is truly THE MOVIE CRYPT at its unforgettable best! Dr. Arwen and the boys provide emotional support for a listener in search of a mentor and Mark explains why the worst thing he ever ate on IRON CHEF AMERICA totally tasted like ass in this phenomenal episode that will remind you to always listen to your Mom.

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Ep 371: Ernest Dickerson Jul 13, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Ernest Dickerson (JUICE, TALES FROM THE CRYPT: DEMON KNIGHT, HBO’s THE WIRE, AMC’s THE WALKING DEAD) “virtually” joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career. Starting as a cinematographer on such classics as DO THE RIGHT THING, MO’ BETTER BLUES, EDDIE MURPHY: RAW, and Bruce Springsteen’s BORN IN THE USA music video… to directing JUICE, SURVIVING THE GAME, DEMON KNIGHT, and BONES… to his experience making BULLETPROOF and why “answerable” may sometimes be a preferred credit to “directed by”… there’s a good reason why Ernest is one of the most in-demand directors working in Hollywood! Really, just name a great television show and chances are good Ernest directed at least one episode of it! Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a listener straying from their own originally scheduled program and Ernest waters Gary Busey’s garden in this fantastic conversation with a bonafide hero!

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Ep 370: Mark Goldblatt Jul 06, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Oscar nominated editor Mark Goldblatt (TERMINATOR 2: JUDGEMENT DAY, SHOWGIRLS, STARSHIP TROOPERS, BAD BOYS 2, DEAD HEAT, HALLOWEEN 2 (1981), ARMAGEDDON) “virtually” joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his astounding career journey. The conversation quickly turns into a master class on editing as Mark obliges the boys with all of their extremely specific questions and comments about Mark’s work both as an editor and as a second unit director on some of their favorite films of all time. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a listener facing a terrific opportunity but potentially carrying baggage that could get make things difficult and our beloved Crypt Keepers have their burning questions answered in this epic technical geek out with an editorial giant.

Don't miss the return of Adam Green's SCARY SLEEPOVER! The first episode of the all new third season premieres to the general public today with Episode 3.1 "Doug Benson" - an episode made possible by the fans of the series that have participated in the series' on-going crowd fund campaign! Watch it now on ArieScope.com or on the ArieScope YouTube channel!

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Ep 369: LuLu Wilson Jun 29, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. NOTE: Due to Zoom not picking up Joe's mic (or Arwen secretly sabotaging it due to a "Sophie Slip"), some of this interview has been edited for content. Sorry for any inconvenience to your ears. We legitimately blame the dog. Actress Lulu Wilson (THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE, OUIJA: ORIGIN OF EVIL, the recently released BECKY) "virtually" joins Adam, Joe & Arwen to talk about her own origins growing up in New York and starting her career in Scott Derrickson's DELIVER US FROM EVIL to moving with her family out west and FINALLY enjoying the virtues of a burrito. We deliver loads of Viewer mail, compare the work styles of some of the directors Lulu has worked with, including Jean-Marc Vallée and Mike Flanagan and what it's like seeing herself on the big screen at the Drive In during a Pandemic! TO HEAR THE FULL VERSION OF THIS EPISODE GO TO PATREON.COM/THEMOVIECRYPT. FOR ONLY $1 A MONTH YOU'LL GET EVERY NEW EPISODE, IN ITS ENTIRETY, EVERY MONDAY MORNING! YOU CAN HAVE NEW EPISODES DOWNLOAD DIRECTLY TO YOUR PODCAST APP OF CHOICE USING THE RSS CODE THAT PATREON PROVIDES FOR YOU WHEN YOU SIGN UP!

Ep 368: Bruce McDonald Jun 22, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Director Bruce McDonald (PONTYPOOL, HARD CORE LOGO, WEIRDOS) “virtually” joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. Starting professionally in the early 90’s, Bruce has been going non-stop for the last 3 decades creating an incredible body of work in both feature films and Canadian television. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a listener looking for ideas to make the most out of their quarantine, our beloved Crypt Keepers have their burning questions answered, and Bruce discusses his latest film DREAMLAND - featuring the always amazing Henry Rollins in what may be “the most unhinged Rollins performance we’ve seen yet!”

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Ep 367: Sam Firstenberg Jun 15, 2020

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Sam Firstenberg (BREAKIN’ 2:ELECTRIC BOOGALOO, AMERICAN NINJA, NINJA 3: THE DOMINATION) “virtually” joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career… and the guys couldn’t possibly geek out harder! This highly enjoyable conversation is an absolute must listen for fans of Sam’s illustrious career - chock full of anecdotes and behind the scenes stories about the making of some of the most memorable action films of the 80’s and 90’s. You’ll be doing the worm with Arwen, moonwalking with Adam, and head spinning with Joe before the episode is over!

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Jun 10, 2020

In response to the recent circumstances surrounding Cinestate (the parent company of Fangoria), THE MOVIE CRYPT has parted ways with the Fangoria Podcast Network. Patreon supporters of our podcast need not worry about any interruption to our program as new episodes will continue to be released on Patreon every Monday morning (www.Patreon.com/theMovieCrypt) and all rewards will continue as usual while we re-group and work out our next steps in regards to a new public platform for the podcast.

We stand with our peers and in support of safe and healthy working environments for all. Thank you all for your continued support - these days more than ever.

Sincerely,

Adam Green, Joe Lynch, and Arwen

Link to Daily Beast article about Cinestate: https://www.thedailybeast.com/how-a-right-wing-movie-studio-enabled-the-harvey-weinstein-of-indie-film?ref=home

Ep 366: Oliver Robbins Jun 08, 2020

Actor/Filmmaker Oliver Robbins (POLTERGEIST, AIRPLANE II: THE SEQUEL) “virtually” joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey! From a child actor in two of the biggest blockbusters of 1982… to attending film school at USC… to walking away from entertainment to pursue a career as a stock broker… to returning to film on “the other side” of the camera (See what we did there? POLTERGEIST 2: THE OTHER SIDE? Get it? Whatever, your jokes aren’t funny either.) … to his latest film CELEBRITY CRUSH (out now on digital and on-demand)… Oliver’s journey through Hollywood and back again is filled with bullies, clowns, scary trees, and more! Dr. Arwen provides emotional support to a filmmaker looking to make the most of their COVID-19 isolation, Oliver makes Adam and Joe seriously jealous with an amazing Spielberg story, the guys get to the bottom of the Toby Hooper vs Steven Spielberg directing most of POLTERGEIST rumor, and Arwen gets sucked into the ArieScope TV by scary ghosts in this candid and responsibly socially distant conversation! (One of those things didn’t actually happen.)

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Ep 365: Fernando Alle Jun 01, 2020

Filmmaker Fernando Alle (MUTANT BLAST, BANANA MOTHERF*CKER) “virtually” joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen all the way from Portugal to discuss his career journey. From his short films that made a huge impact on the festival circuit (PAPA WRESTLING)… to working with Troma/Lloyd Kaufman on his latest- the absolutely insane feature MUTANT BLAST… to dealing with two-faced critics… to almost getting trapped in the US when the COVID-19 pandemic became a national emergency during his Los Angeles premiere… Fernando’s experience is one that will inspire so many other young filmmakers striving to make their mark. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a Swedish children’s book writer, Adam explains how to play INDIANA JONES with your dog during quarantine, and Joe’s “Dad” mustache begins to filter his jokes in this thoroughly enjoyable conversation.

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Ep 364: SCREAM, QUEEN! May 25, 2020

Actor Mark Patton (A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 2: FREDDY’S REVENGE) and co-directors Roman Chimienti and Tyler Jensen “virtually” join Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss their new documentary SCREAM, QUEEN! MY NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET - now streaming wherever you prefer to watch new releases! While being careful not to spoil the events of the documentary, the group discusses the fascinating process of making a movie about a man’s life story- only to find that pivotal moments of that on-going story are taking place right before their cameras. From NIGHTMARE 2 originally being looked upon as a controversial slasher sequel due to its infamous homoerotic subtext… to that very same subtext being a huge reason why the film is now celebrated many decades later…to the movie’s star (Mark Patton) being “outed” by the film before he was ready to “come out” and coming to terms with his long standing resentment towards the experience… Patton’s story is an extremely important one. This is one conversation you don’t want to miss - and an episode that you’ll only relate to even more if you make it a point to see the film! (Seriously- see it!!)

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Ep 363: Greg Nicotero Returns! May 18, 2020

Make-up FX maestro, director, and now show-runner Greg Nicotero (AMC’s THE WALKING DEAD, Shudder’s CREEPSHOW, THE MIST, TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE 2003 ) “virtually” joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss all that he’s been up to since his first MOVIE CRYPT episode over 5 years ago. With the conversation mainly focused on Greg’s rise up the ranks on THE WALKING DEAD both as a director and producer on AMC’s hit series and on his new series CREEPSHOW where he’s got the weight of Romero and King’s legacy on his shoulders… this episode is surely “the most fun you’ll ever have listening to a podcast!”

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Ep 362: Corri English Returns! May 11, 2020

For THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 7th anniversary Adam and Joe welcome back their HOLLISTON co-star, actress, musician, and dear friend Corri English (UNREST, SKYRIM, FINAL FANTASY AWAKENING, TITANFALL 2). Recorded during the Coronavirus pandemic, Corri checks in from Nashville, TN and discusses her new music, writing songs for other artists, producing her podcast, continuing to work regularly performing voice-overs despite no longer living in Los Angeles, and balancing life as an artist with being the mother of two young boys. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a patient trying to figure out when pushing hard can become pushing TOO hard, Corri performs three new songs, and the three cast mates get excited for HOLLISTON’s upcoming journey to AMC’s SHUDDER network and how fans are actively playing a role in the show’s resurrection.

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Ep 361: Abel Ferrara May 04, 2020

Legendary filmmaker Abel Ferrara (BAD LIEUTENANT, DRILLER KILLER, MS.45, KING OF NEW YORK ) “virtually” joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen all the way from Italy to discuss his career journey. Rising out of the New York sleaze scene in the 70’s, Ferrara has done it ALL over the course of his 50 years in the business! From feature films… to major network television shows like MIAMI VICE and CRIME STORY… to music videos… to documentaries and beyond, Ferrara shares tales from the trenches in this phenomenal conversation that kept Adam and Joe fully star struck and geeking out! From the way movies used to get made to the current state of our industry in this new “Coronavirus world,” Ferrara’s honest and candid perspective is just what the CDC and other worldwide pandemic officials ordered!

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Ep 360: Brett & Drew Pierce Apr 27, 2020

Filmmakers Brett and Drew Pierce (DEADHEADS, THE WRETCHED) “virtually” join Adam, Joe, and Arwen from their Coronavirus quarantine to discuss their career journey so far. Growing up with a father who had not only worked in the industry but who worked on THE EVIL DEAD of all films, Brett and Drew were both bit by the entertainment bug as far back as they can remember. From realizing that they were simply better together… to making shorts for fun… to their grass roots effort to produce their first feature DEADHEADS… to continuing on with the same family affair vibe for the production of their latest feature THE WRETCHED… the Pierce Brothers are a perfect example that sometimes two deadheads in the director’s chair are truly better than just one deadhead. (See what we did there?) Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a patient suffering from stamina jitters, Joe spends the entire episode in his favorite wing of the ArieScope Studio, and the boys reflect back on Adam’s recent month-long “Coronapocalypse”daily live stream series.

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Ep 359: Clark Duke Apr 20, 2020

Filmmaker and actor Clark Duke (KICK-ASS, SEX DRIVE, HOT TUB TIME MACHINE, TV’s THE OFFICE) “virtually” sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen during the Coronavirus pandemic in their first ever episode recorded without the guest in the studio with them. Clark has been a working actor since he was a child performing in major studio films and network television shows, but he has recently made his feature directorial debut with his new film ARKANSAS. Listen as Clark describes his experience making the film, from getting the project financed… to truly putting in the work during pre-production… to the shoot itself… to the disappointment of having the South By Southwest film festival premiere cancelled due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a patient who has found himself disenchanted with his once wonderful work environment and the guys keep The Movie Crypt moving forward despite the Black Plague shutting down the world as we all knew it.

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Ep 358: Frank Meyer Apr 13, 2020

Filmmaker, author, and musician Frank Meyer (ATTACK OF THE SHOW, X-PLAY, VIDEOGAME THEATER, RISEN: THE STORY OF CHRON ‘HELL RAZAH’ SMITH) braves the apocalypse to sit down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen and share his career story. From growing up around established artists and industry players… to fronting the punk band THE STREETWALKIN’ CHEETAHS… to writing the definitive biography about THE RAMONES (“On The Road With The Ramones”)… to becoming a producer for the G4 Network… to creating the award-winning web series FREESTYLE 101… to developing digital programming for several television shows (FRIDAY NIGHT TYKES, BEST BARS IN AMERICA, and X-PLAY)… to directing the MTV Italy puppet TV series VIDEOGAME THEATER… to directing the new documentary RISEN about Wu Tang Clan’s affiliate rapper Chron ‘Hell Razah’ Smith who suffered a near fatal brain aneurysm… Meyer is truly an artist who has done it ALL. Dr. Arwen provides dueling emotional support for a patient with questions about “the end” as well as a patient suffering from the sophomore effort jitters and everyone keeps their spirits up while facing the Coronavirus pandemic in this truly inspiring conversation about what it really means to never give up.

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Ep 357: Jude Angelini Apr 06, 2020

WARNING: EXPLICIT CONTENT. Radio DJ and award winning author Jude Angelini (ALL OUT SHOW, HAYENA, HUMMINGBIRD) shares his story with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. THIS IS THE FIRST EPISODE IN MOVIE CRYPT HISTORY TO OPEN WITH A WARNING. IF YOU ARE FRAGILE OR EASILY OFFENDED - SKIP THIS ONE. From growing up poor in a broken home with a literal closet for a bedroom… to being in the remedial classes among mentally disabled students in school … to finding himself on the JENNY JONES show by chance - and making such an impression that he became a regular for 80 episodes as “Rude Jude”… to simultaneously working in a strip club bathroom on 8 Mile just to get by - all the while being recognized for being on TV… to getting a shoutout on an Eminem record and a job as a DJ on Eminem’s Sirius Satellite radio channel… to becoming a published, award winning author with his shocking, real-life short stories… this episode contains the most controversial language of any MOVIE CRYPT episode but it’s also one of the most inspiring conversations you’ll ever hear. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support and encouragement to a patient dealing with bad luck, the guys learn about Chipotle hacks, and after knowing each other for over 6 years Adam and Jude realize where and when they actually first met. For every listener out there who simply can’t relate to the 99% of artists that have appeared on this podcast over the last 7 years and said that they came from supportive families… for every listener who was born into difficult circumstances and been told who and what they can possibly ever become… and for every listener who’s felt like the cards they were dealt were a permanent road block to ever achieving their real dream… this one’s for you. NEVER. GIVE. UP.

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Ep 356: Paul Solet Returns! Mar 30, 2020

Filmmaker Paul Solet (TREAD, GRACE, DARK SUMMER, TALES OF HALLOWEEN) first appeared on THE MOVIE CRYPT during our episode dedicated to making short films almost 6 years ago (Ep 74 - 10/20/14). Now, Solet returns to sit down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen, discuss his full career journey, and share all that he has been up to since last doing the podcast. From growing up with Eli Roth as his summer camp counselor… to his short film GRACE being discovered by Adam (who produced the feature film version)… to GRACE’s magnificent Sundance premiere being followed by several frustrating years of “almosts” … to conquering writing assignments that required crash courses in subjects he wasn’t already familiar with … to constantly changing genres and never repeating himself artistically… to the making of his incredible new documentary TREAD which mixes testimonial, news/stock, and recreation footage in a groundbreaking way … Solet is much more of a force to be reckoned with than the “Nicolo” character he portrays on HOLLISTON! Dr. Arwen provides emotional support and advice for a writer in an identity crisis and Paul answers our Crypt Keepers’ burning questions in this incredibly educational episode.

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Ep 355: David Bruckner Mar 23, 2020

Filmmaker David Bruckner (THE SIGNAL, THE RITUAL, TV’S CREEPSHOW) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to share his career journey. From making short films with a group of filmmaking friends in Atlanta… to the Sundance premiere of their anthology THE SIGNAL… to a long stretch of figuring out “now what?”… to honing his craft by writing, writing, writing… to finding more success with anthologies like V/H/S and SOUTHBOUND… to his brief attachment at the helm of the long await next FRIDAY THE 13TH film… to his triumphant return to Sundance with this year’s THE NIGHT HOUSE… David’s path through thick and thin is a prime example of the “never give up” spirit. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a filmmaker being forced into a change of casting plans, David answers our Crypt Keepers’ burning questions, and Adam gets a novel idea for bathroom fruit in this highly enjoyable conversation that was long overdue.

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Ep 354: Danny Pudi Mar 16, 2020

Actor Danny Pudi (COMMUNITY, MYTHIC QUEST, DUCK TALES) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From starting out in dance as a young child… to falling in love with the comedy of Monty Python… to being the first ever recipient of the Chris Farley scholarship at Second City in Chicago… to his year’s working on COMMUNITY… to working with Joe on KNIGHTS OF BADASSDOM… to juggling family life/fatherhood and a career in the arts… Danny’s optimism and humility is absolutely infectious in this incredibly fun and inspiring conversation!

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Ep 353: Jack Henry Robbins Mar 09, 2020

Filmmaker Jack Henry Robbins (VHYes, GHOSTMATES, OPENING NIGHT) discusses his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From Jack’s work creating in multiple genres… to the making of his latest film VHYes… to the process of screening/testing a new film… to the many lessons learned along the way… Jack shares his storytelling process. Dr. Arwen provides advice for a filmmaker looking to see things in the best possible light, Jack offers some great tips on writers, and Adam addresses the tragic loss of his ex-girlfriend Amie who was murdered just a few days before the recording of this episode.

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Ep 352: Daniel Pearl Mar 02, 2020

Cinematographer Daniel Pearl (THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE 1974 & 2003, FRIDAY THE 13th 2009, ALIEN VS PREDATOR: REQUIEM) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen for an absolutely epic conversation about his long and distinguished career. (Pearl holds the second longest running career as a Director of Photography in all of Hollywood!) From shooting music videos and concert films for artists like Guns N Roses, U2, Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson, George Michael, Bon Jovi, Shania Twain, Jennifer Lopez, Paul Simon, Britney Spears, Missy Elliott, Janet Jackson, INXS, Billy Idol, Bruce Springsteen, John Mellencamp, and Paul McCartney (just to name a FEW)… to shooting both the original AND the remake of THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE… the boys fully fanboy out over their cinematography hero! Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a filmmaker in need of unplugging, our Patreon supporters have their burning questions answered, and Pearl receives the ultimate “Movie Crypt car waxing” in this phenomenal conversation that Adam and Joe had been waiting 7 years to have.

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Ep 351: J.D. Dillard Feb 24, 2020

Filmmaker J.D. Dillard (SLEIGHT, SWEETHEART) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his journey through Hollywood so far. From the decision to not finish film school and instead round himself out by studying a potentially more useful skill set… to all he learned by working as an assistant/receptionist at Bad Robot while continuing to write and direct shorts… to his feature film directorial debut with SLEIGHT… to the importance of knowing how to keep a story tight and not overstay its welcome… to his latest film- the isolated creature feature SWEETHEART (currently available on Netflix)… J.D.’s successful career trajectory is the perfect example of the path Adam so often recommends in terms of starting out as an assistant while continuing to create during the hours outside of the office. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support/advice to a filmmaker grappling with a guilty feeling, Adam gets burned by a 7 year old, and the importance of understanding the business side of making movies is made incredibly clear in this extremely educational conversation.

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Ep 350: Severin Fiala & Veronika Franz Feb 17, 2020

Austrian filmmaking team Severin Fiala and Veronika Franz (GOODNIGHT MOMMY, THE LODGE) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen for a hilarious and extremely honest conversation about their career journey and the reality of financing films in this day and age. The unlikely filmmaking duo share the incredible story of how they met and began working together… the major differences/similarities between getting a film financed in Austria and in America… their approach to equally sharing the helm on each project… the major differences with which “success” is measured in Austria and in the USA… and the challenges that almost every filmmaker faces in trying to communicate just how difficult it actually is to maintain a career in the arts to those on the outside of the industry. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support/advice to a filmmaker wondering when the time is right to stop working for free (which spawns a brutally honest discussion about the perils of being too generous), Adam shares a very messy story about “parenting,” and Joe and Severin realize that they in fact shared a past “life” in this super entertaining and incredibly candid episode.

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Ep 349: Stephen Lang Feb 10, 2020

Actor Stephen Lang (AVATAR, DON’T BREATHE, MANHUNTER) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to share his career journey. From answering “the calling” to become a performer… to working on Broadway alongside such greats as Dustin Hoffman and John Malkovich… to Stephen’s process behind becoming the characters he embodies with each new role… to constantly adapting to each different directors’ unique style… to the story behind “Miles Quaritch’s” coffee cup in AVATAR… to how he feels about his children working in the industry… to working with our friends Joe Begos and Josh Ethier on their latest film VFW (available this Friday/Valentine’s Day!)… it is easy to see why Stephen has become one of the most beloved character actors working today. Dr. Arwen helps guide a filmmaker with their short film’s next steps and Stephen answers our Crypt Keepers’ burning questions in this wicked fun episode.

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Ep 348: FROZEN in Kansas City (LIVE) Feb 03, 2020

On Saturday January 25, 2020 the Panic Film Festival in Kansas City, MO presented a special 10th anniversary screening of Adam Green’s FROZEN followed by a live performance of THE MOVIE CRYPT podcast. For the first time ever, Joe Lynch interviews Adam Green in the most candid filmmaker on filmmaker conversation about the making of FROZEN that you’ll ever hear. From Green turning down an offer that would have doubled the production’s budget had he been willing to concede to the producer’s demands (which included NOT shooting the film entirely on location)… to Green literally casting the very first actress to walk into the audition room… to the technical and physical hurdles that the cast and crew endured shooting on the side of a mountain in Utah during the dead of winter… to Joe’s father passing away while he was visiting the set… to the moments with the wolves that turned dangerous… to the haunting story about the real-life tragedy that had occurred in the very spot Green was compelled to shoot the film in… the two filmmakers take a deep dive behind the scenes of FROZEN’s lasting legacy “doing for skiing what JAWS did for swimming.” Recorded before a live audience the episode also includes the return of “The Steven Tyler Congratulations” as Green and Lynch honor a very special guest who also had a film screening at Panic Fest this year. NOTE: Unfortunately Arwen could not attend this live appearance due to a previously scheduled professional obligation.

Green and Lynch held a “Crypt Keeper” meet up at the Screenland Armour theater where over 20 Patreon members joined the hosts for a private hangout before the screening of FROZEN began! Become part of our Crypt Keeper community today and start enjoying weekly bonus episodes of “Classic Crypt”, early access to every new episode, Adam and Joe’s monthly “Crypt Picks” videos, bonus monthly film commentaries, access to our monthly interactive “Movie Crypt Live” episodes, Adam and Joe’s “Crypt Diaries,” and the holy “Cult of Arwen!” We want to see YOU at the next “Crypt Keeper” meet up! Visit Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt and start supporting this podcast today!

Ep 347: Sam Wineman Jan 27, 2020

Filmmaker Sam Wineman (DEATHCEMBER, THE QUIET ROOM, Attack Of The Queerwolf Podcast) shares his journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen in this absolutely fantastic episode! From growing up feeling different and forming a cinematic kinship with the horror genre and its monsters… to recognizing that he was drowning his confusion in alcohol as a young teen and taking action to change the path he was heading down… to bravely coming out as queer to a family that wasn’t immediately ready to embrace his realization… to finding his calling in college telling stories and making short films… to the making of his documentary on queer cinema (in post-production now and due out on Shudder this summer)… Sam’s candid perspective on the genre makes for a fascinating and eye opening conversation. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient stricken with grief and the guys get deeply personal about death in this truly important episode of The Movie Crypt.

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Ep 346: Rodman Flender Jan 20, 2020

Filmmaker Rodman Flender (IDLE HANDS, LEPRECHAUN 2, TV’s THE OFFICE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to share his cinematic journey. From starting out as an actor… to always saying “yes” to new and sudden opportunities… to finding himself all but running the day to day operations for Roger Corman’s company… to the pros and cons of not being “pigeonholed” as an artist… to IDLE HANDS being targeted by politicians in the wake of the Columbine tragedy… to the making of his latest film EAT BRAINS LOVE (“a road trip comedy with a side of cannibalism”)… Rodman’s path has been anything but predictable and this conversation is an absolute blast! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient in need of cinematic closure, everyone’s sick, and all three guys gear up for Panic Fest in Kansas City this coming weekend!

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Ep 345: Kyra Gardner Jan 13, 2020

Filmmaker Kyra Gardner may have only just graduated film school a few months ago but she’s already one of the best examples we know of an emerging young talent making huge strides in the world of cinema today! From trying to decide between a career as a veterinarian or an army nurse and instead choosing filmmaking as her calling… to observing her father at work on sets (Tony Gardner is an FX legend – check out our conversation with him in Ep 246)… to having her first short film selected for the 39th Cleveland International Film Festival at age 16 (the youngest participant ever!)… to having her short form documentary THE DOLLHOUSE acquired by Universal Studios for inclusion on the CULT OF CHUCKY home video (she was only 19!)... to winning a DGA Student Award at age 22 for her latest short film PHOEBE… at just 22 years old Kyra’s list of accomplishments is enough to motivate anyone looking to pick up a camera! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” to a patient who is worried that his life may have passed him by as well as a filmmaker ready to secure distribution for his series while Joe stays in bed with the flu just like “Cameron” in FERRIS BUELLER’S DAY OFF (“let my Cameron go…”) in this wicked inspiring episode.

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Ep 344: Richard Stanley Jan 06, 2020

He’s a mystery wrapped in an enigma and a living hero to every artist who’s ever been trampled over by the system. Filmmaker Richard Stanley (HARDWARE, DUST DEVIL, THE ISLAND OF DR. MOREAU) sits down with Adam Green, Joe Lynch, and Arwen for a long awaited and fascinating discussion about his career journey. From seeing the original ISLAND OF DR. MOREAU in 1977 and determinedly deciding that he would one day tell H.G. Wells’ fantastical story his own way... to making a name for himself with 1990’s low-budget, post apocalyptic thriller HARDWARE… to watching his follow up DUST DEVIL fall out of his hands due to the bankruptcy of the production company and creative tampering of the final cut of the film (Stanley would go on to finance a restored version from the original negative many years later)… to ultimately getting the chance he dreamed of and writing/directing 1996’s THE ISLAND OF DR. MOREAU – only to have the project become a legendary clusterfuck after creative disputes lead to him being fired just hours after the start of production (in order to understand the absolute nightmare Stanley endured you need to watch LOST SOUL - the 2014 documentary about the DR. MOREAU fiasco)… only to rise from the ashes over two decades later with this his new feature COLOR OUT OF SPACE… if Richard Stanley’s unbreakable determination doesn’t inspire you to stick to your guns than you need to turn your guns in immediately. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” to a writer struggling to manage his expectations and Adam and Joe pray at the alter of their cinematic hero in this phenomenal conversation that starts off 2020 in spectacular fashion.

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Ep 343: 2019 Wrap Up Dec 30, 2019

Adam, Joe, and Arwen bid farewell to 2019 with a look back at the highs and lows from this past year. From the most memorable MOVIE CRYPT conversations, their favorite movies and TV shows, and this year’s record breaking “Yorkiethon" … to the heartbreaks of loved ones lost, the career frustrations they’ve endured, and the guys’ extremely candid and personal resolutions for 2020… Adam and Joe hold nothing back as they purge their hearts of the “old” and make room for all the wonderful “new” that is to come. * In our extremely exhausted state we forgot to take our annual "disheveled" picture to accompany the year-end episode. So please forgive the re-use of our 2016 picture. Speaking of New Year’s resolutions, why not make 2020 the year that you start supporting this podcast? Sacrificing just one Starbucks [or other brand name] coffee a month will make a world of difference for this program and also get you in far less trouble than sacrificing a neighbor’s cat or child! Whether you just donate $1 a month or take advantage of the HOURS of weekly/monthly rewards available in the higher tiers, your support legitimately means everything. Head to Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt to join our Crypt Keeper family and get your 2020 off to a terrific start!

Ep 342: Brian Posehn Dec 23, 2019

Comedian Brian Posehn (THE SARAH SILVERMAN PROGRAM, SEX DRIVE, THE DEVIL’S REJECTS, KNIGHTS OF BADASSDOM, HOLLISTON, THE BIG BANG THEORY) joined Adam and Joe as a surprise guest during the first night of “Yorkiethon 4.” In this extremely candid conversation the guys discuss Brian’s new book FOREVER NERDY, Brian’s guest star role on THE MADALORIAN, visiting Rick Baker’s house, dealing with fans, Halloween, and much more! Dr. Arwen was at home sleeping yet still managed to provide “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient with concerns over the content their child is consuming and Joe shares a crazy Nicholas Cage story in this episode that was recorded LIVE during THE MOVIE CRYPT’s record breaking 4thannual 48-hour marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue.

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HALL OF FAME: Santa Claus (Ep. 135) 12.17.15 Dec 20, 2019

Our final "Hall Of Fame" episode features the most famous guest in the history of THE MOVIE CRYPT! Yes, Father Christmas himself - the one and only Santa Claus - took time out of his busy schedule to spread holiday cheer with us back in December of 2015... and it remains one of the most important episodes of this podcast that we'll ever record. If you're feeling like you've lost the "Christmas magic" that you hear about in commercials every year- don't worry! By the end of this truly magical episode even you will once again believe in the power of the holiday season. Longtime listeners of this podcast know this special episode well and many Crypt Keepers come back to it every holiday season. Listen and find out why!

"Th-th-that's all folks!" We hope you enjoyed our "Hall Of Fame" series and getting an extra episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT every Friday for the last 40 weeks. Now will you consider signing up for our Patreon? With our "Early Access/Classic Crypt" tier you'll not only start receiving early access to every new episode- you'll continue to receive a bonus classic episode of this podcast every single week! Every episode of "Classic Crypt" has a newly recorded introduction where we look back on the conversation 5 years later and when you sign up you'll immediately have access to EVERY episode of "Classic Crypt" that we've released so far! (That's over 90 EPISODES with your first $5!) Come on- at least LOOK at our Patreon rewards before saying "no" and breaking Arwen's little, tiny puppy heart! How about a one time purchase of THE MOVIE CRYPT "Ultimate Vault" where you'll get the first 300 episodes of this podcast for a mere $50? Don't want all 300 episodes? Perhaps you just want the first 100 episodes or maybe episodes 201-300? We have $25 options for that, too! Just check out the store on ArieScope.com and pick the "Vault" that best suits you!

We sincerely hope you'll consider supporting this show but even if that just isn't in your heart- don't worry. We still love you anyway! We wish you and yours a wonderful holiday season and a happy, healthy New Year!

HALL OF FAME: James Gunn (Ep. 85) 1.5.15 Dec 13, 2019

With GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY writer/director James Gunn cemented himself as one of the greatest filmmakers working in Hollywood. (We called it with SLITHER many years earlier but hey- sometimes it takes people a few years to realize that we're always right!) Recorded way back in December of 2014 and released on January 5, 2015, this "Hall Of Fame" episode truly features one of the best conversations you'll ever hear with the now super star director.

There is only 1 more "Hall Of Fame" episode left to go in our limited "Hall Of Fame" series! Want a hint as to which episode it is? Well, it's only the biggest celebrity on planet earth! Now is the time to start supporting THE MOVIE CRYPT on Patreon where for the price of just 1 latte a month you can help keep this podcast going and receive more bonus content than you can possibly listen to! No podcast delivers what we do to say "thank you." For just a few measly dollars each month you can start receiving:

* Access to participate in our weekly "Hollywood Therapy" and "Viewer Mail" segments.

* Bonus monthly commentary episodes (you'll receive access to ALL of our previously released bonus monthly commentary episodes the very moment that you sign up - and man, it's worth it just for the SCREAM and A SERBIAN FILM commentaries alone!).

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* Adam & Joe's monthly "Crypt Diaries" where the filmmakers and co-hosts get personal and deep dive into whatever is currently on their minds. (Each host releases at least 1 "Crypt Diary" every month!)

* Monthly LIVE episodes! If you've never participated in MOVIE CRYPT LIVE then you are missing out on SO much fun! Our MOVIE CRYPT LIVE family is the absolute best and these lighter, more comedic, and slightly more "blue" episodes are the highlight of every month for so many of us!

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Ep 341: Patrick Schwarzenegger Dec 09, 2019

Actor Patrick Schwarzenegger (DANIEL ISN’T REAL, SCOUTS GUIDE TO THE ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE, GROWN UPS 2) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From visiting Hollywood sets with his father Arnold as a small child… to the rush that he felt his first time performing … to learning the business side of the industry… to the importance of having interests and endeavors in addition to acting… to a deep dive into the process of making DANIEL ISN’T REAL (out now!)… Patrick and the boys get serious about the craft of acting. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient who took on more than they volunteered for and the guys strap themselves in as they prepare to put on the biggest, greatest, and longest LIVE variety show of the year.

It all comes down to this moment, folks! YORKIETHON 4 IS UPON US!!! This Friday (12/13) at 5pm PST through 5pm PST on Sunday (12/15) join us as we stay awake and on the air for 2 straight days and put on the podcast variety show of the year! THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 48-hour LIVE annual charity marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue is FREE to listen to/watch on ArieScope.com where you will also find the links for donations and for Arwen’s Silent Auction. You don’t want to miss a single sleepless moment this weekend! “We’re staying awake… so that they don’t get put to sleep.”

HALL OF FAME: The Addiction Special (Ep. 130) 11.16.15 Dec 06, 2019

In what may be the most important conversation you'll ever hear on THE MOVIE CRYPT, addiction counselor Terry Kirkman (A.I.R. Support) sat down with us to get real about the subject of addiction. After meeting so many artists who have struggled with substance abuse in their own lifetimes and after losing our dear friend and brother Dave Brockie to heroin in 2014, we wanted to speak with an expert in the field and gain a better understanding of the illness. We also hoped to help our audience members who may be battling addiction (or who may know someone else who is) and show them that there is truly a light at the end of the long, dark tunnel.

The response to this episode continues to overwhelm us to this very day. Who knows? Perhaps bringing this special episode out of the vault and back into the light may help save even more lives than it did back in 2015 when it originally aired? We can only hope so.

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Ep 340: Claudia Christian Dec 02, 2019

Actress Claudia Christian (THE HIDDEN, BABYLON 5, CLEAN AND SOBER, 9-1-1) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career. From getting the acting bug as a young child after being cast in a school play… to getting her GED at 16 and becoming the only one of her siblings to not pursue a higher education… to her extremely realistic and refreshingly honest take on the industry having survived over 30 years working in it… to having the strength to get her addictions under control when they got out of hand later in life… to her work as an addiction counselor… to the books she has written… Claudia is one of the few human beings who can be a hero on screen AND in real life! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient pondering some much needed time off from the grind, Adam learns that BABYLON 5 wasn’t a STAR TREK spin-off (hell, even the dog knew that), and Claudia provides some beautiful words of advice for those who are dealing with an addict in their lives. This incredibly enjoyable episode was recorded just minutes before Adam, Joe, and Arwen presented THE HIDDEN (on 35mm) with Claudia as their special guest at the Alamo Drafthouse in Los Angeles. Their conversation and audience Q&A with Claudia from THE HIDDEN event is available as a special bonus episode exclusively for Patreon supporters at Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt.

YORKIETHON 4 is just DAYS away!!! Over the weekend of December 13th through 15th join Adam, Joe, Arwen and dozens of celebrity guests as they stay awake and on the air for 48-hours straight and put on the podcast variety show of the year! THE MOVIE CRYPT’s annual charity marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue is FREE to listen to/watch on ArieScope.com starting at 5pm PST on Friday 12/13 non-stop around the clock until 5pm PST on Sunday 12/15.

HALL OF FAME: Joe Dante (Ep. 109) 6.22.15 Nov 29, 2019

GREMLINS, THE 'BURBS, THE HOWLING, TWILIGHT ZONE: THE MOVIE... director Joe Dante is one of the greatest filmmakers of all time! In this "Hall Of Fame" episode from the summer of 2015, Joe shares his career journey with us including stories from the making of GREMLINS and LOONEY TOONS BACK IN ACTION that blew our cinema-geek minds! Listen to this one without any bright lights on, don't get it wet, and whatever you do... no matter how much Arwen cries... no matter how much she begs... NEVER feed this episode after midnight!

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Ep 339: Jennifer Reeder Nov 25, 2019

Filmmaker Jennifer Reeder (KNIVES AND SKIN, ACCIDENTS HAPPEN AT HOME AND HOW THEY HAPPEN) discusses her craft with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From a sculpting class that helped her fall in love with visual storytelling… to making her visionary first film WHITE TRASH GIRL… to consistently making short after short after short… to the making of her latest (KNIVES AND SKIN - out 12/6)… Jennifer shares her journey as a true indie filmmaker. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient considering sales agents, Joe has a “scheduling malfunction,” and the guys enter the home stretch on YORKIETHON 4 in this episode about artists who sincerely create for the love of art.

YORKIETHON 4 has MOVED to the weekend of December 13ththrough 15th. Join Adam, Joe, Arwen and dozens of celebrity guests as they stay awake and on the air for 48-hours straight and put on thepodcast variety show of the year! THE MOVIE CRYPT’s annual charity marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue is FREE to listen to/watch on ArieScope.com starting at 5pm PST on Friday December 13th and going non-stop around the clock until 5pm PST on Sunday December 15th. With live comedy, live music, live script readings, live film commentaries, live interviews, and so much more… you won’t want to miss a single sleepless minute!

HALL OF FAME: Bill Moseley (Ep. 67) 9.1.14 Nov 22, 2019

THE DEVIL'S REJECTS, HOUSE OF 1,000 CORPSES, 3 FROM HELL, TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE PART 2, TV's HOLLISTON... horror icon Bill Moseley is one of the most versatile performers in cinema and one of the most humble and down to earth human beings you could ever hope to meet. As you'll learn in Bill's first visit to THE MOVIE CRYPT, his success did not happen overnight. In fact, after an incident on the set of ARMY OF DARKNESS his career almost didn't happen at all! This episode isn't just "Hall Of Fame" worthy, it's an absolute MUST LISTEN if you want to know what the life of a working actor is really like. Now stop reading and push play because "dog will hunt!"

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Ep 338: Ed Neumeier Nov 18, 2019

Screenwriter Ed Neumeier (ROBOCOP, STARSHIP TROOPERS) sits down to talk his career and craft with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From seeing 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY at age 10… to having his life changed by STAR WARS… to briefly working as a studio executive… to co-writing his first screenplay (ROBOCOP) and having it actually get made… to stories from the sets of both ROBOCOP and STARSHIP TROOPERS… Ed shares his experiences from the front lines of two of the most popular science fiction franchises in cinematic history. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient in need of cheering up and Adam “buys that for a dollar” (it was too expensive for Joe) in this episode that gives you 20 seconds to comply.

YORKIETHON 4 is less than 2 weeks away! Tune in over the weekend of December 6ththrough 8thas Adam, Joe, and Arwen stay awake and on the air for 48-hours straight and put on thepodcast variety show of the year! THE MOVIE CRYPT’s annual charity marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue is FREE to listen to/watch on ArieScope.com starting at 5pm PST on [NEW DATES!!] Friday December 13th and going non-stop around the clock until 5pm PST on Sunday December 15th. With dozens of special guests performing live comedy, live music, live script readings, live film commentaries, live interviews, and so much more… you won’t want to miss a single sleepless minute!

HALL OF FAME: Shawn Ashmore (Ep. 8) 6.24.13 Nov 15, 2019

X-MEN, FROZEN, THE RUINS, TV's THE FOLLOWING... actor Shawn Ashmore may have been born with good looks and amazing talent but it's his work ethic and incredible good nature that have kept him working so consistently on so many high profile projects. In one of our earliest episodes (way back in June of 2013!) Shawn stopped by to discuss his career journey and how it all began when his twin brother Aaron was too sick to perform in a commercial he had booked. You're going to love this "Hall Of Fame" episode almost as much as you're going to love Shawn by the end of it!

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Ep 337: Riley Stearns Nov 11, 2019

Filmmaker Riley Stearns (FAULTS, THE ART OF SELF-DEFENSE) shares his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From his intense childhood fear of “Chucky” (without actually having seen a CHILD’S PLAY movie)… to falling in love with the concept of making movies… to his days as a PA/assistant/writer’s assistant (the differences are defined)… to experiencing the politics behind the scenes of a TV series firsthand… to the making of his first two feature films… Riley details how he’s making it happen in today’s industry landscape. Dr. Arwen tackles two different patients seeking “Hollywood Therapy” (one for advice about snacks and the other for advice about depression) and the boys recap their Halloween festivities in this episode that dives surprisingly deep.

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HALL OF FAME: Laura Ortiz (Ep. 6) 6.10.13 Nov 08, 2019

You know her from HOLLISTON, THE HILLS HAVE EYES (2006), VICTOR CROWLEY, and GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY but actress Laura Ortiz is also one of our very dearest of friends. She's Joe's on-screen girlfriend in HOLLISTON, Adam's non-biological little sister, and she's even guest co-hosted on THE MOVIE CRYPT several times over the last 6.5 years. We love Laura so much we can hardly stand it and she isn't just a "Hall Of Fame" episode of this podcast- she's a "Hall Of Fame" human being! Head back with us to June 2013 and Laura's very first appearance on THE MOVIE CRYPT.

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Ep 336: Floria Sigismondi Nov 04, 2019

Filmmaker Floria Sigismondi (THE RUNAWAYS, THE HANDMAID’S TALE, DAREDEVIL) shares her career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From taking an avid interest in art as a young child… to her painting and sculpting leading to picking up a camera for the first time… to directing some of the most iconic music videos ever made (Marilyn Manson, Katy Perry, Justin Timberlake, David Bowie, and SO MANY MORE)… to her incredible career directing episodic television… to the making of her latest feature THE TURNING (out in January!)… the three directors dive deep and absolutely geek out together over their craft. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener in love, the official call for YORKIETHON 4 auction donations is made, and Floria and Adam swap ghost stories in this truly fascinating episode.

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HALL OF FAME: Tony Todd (Ep. 75) 10.27.14 Nov 01, 2019

"Candyman, Candyman, Candyman, Candyman, Candy- " What are you crazy?! We're not saying it 5 times! The iconic Tony Todd (CANDYMAN, HATCHET 2, TRANSFORMERS: REVENGE OF THE FALLEN, PLATOON, STAR TREK: DEEP SPACE NINE) isn't just a legend of stage and screen, he's also a beloved member of our ArieScope family and his episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT is as "Hall Of Fame" worthy as they come. Head back with us to Halloween 2014 and check out this amazing conversation with one of Hollywood's hardest working men.

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Ep 335: Jamie Kennedy Oct 28, 2019

Comedian/actor Jamie Kennedy (SCREAM, MALIBU’S MOST WANTED, BOWFINGER, ROMEO + JULIET) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for one of the liveliest conversations of the year. From navigating between the “creators” and the “destroyers”… to the risks that artists take whenever they put their creations out into the world… to the many legends Jamie has worked with on his long career journey so far… to the making of his latest film TRICK (out now!) … this candid and brutally honest dialogue is THE MOVIE CRYPT at its best. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener in need of career protection and the guys discuss the evolution of heckling in what may be one of the very best episodes of 2019.

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HALL OF FAME: Fred Dekker (Ep. 158) 5.30.16 Oct 25, 2019

MONSTER SQUAD. NIGHT OF THE CREEPS. ROBOCOP 3. Filmmaker Fred Dekker is an absolute legend and one of Adam Green and Joe Lynch's heroes. Fred's episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT quickly became a fan favorite due to his incredible honesty and humility. Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, an industry professional, or just a fan who appreciates hearing the real deal... if you're not inspired by the end of this "Hall of Fame" episode then you weren't listening. Episode 158 originally premiered on May 30, 2016.

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Ep 334: BenDavid Grabinski Oct 21, 2019

Writer/director BenDavid Grabinski (ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK, SKIPTRACE) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to share his career journey thus far. From a young boy growing up in a religious home where he wasn’t allowed to watch PG-13 or R-rated films… to enduring over 10 years of selling script after script only to have his work go unmade for one random reason or another… to striking gold with Nickelodeon’s ARE YOU AFRIAD OF THE DARK… to the pressures of writing/show-running a reboot of such a beloved property…. BenDavid’s “nothing comes easy or makes sense” story is one that many, many artists are sure to relate to. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener facing a difficult choice, BenDavid answers your burning questions, and the United States Postal Service makes an assassination attempt on ArieScope in this terrific episode.

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HALL OF FAME: Randy Blythe (Ep. 119) 8.31.15 Oct 18, 2019

LAMB OF GOD singer Randy Blythe is an absolute legend in the metal world but he also happens to be one of the greatest human beings you'll ever meet. His book DARK DAYS chronicling his unjust imprisonment in a Prague jail is one of the most harrowing and inspiring stories you'l ever read/hear and his episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT is truly "Hall of Fame" worthy. You want candor, honesty, and humility? Look no further than this incredible episode from August 2015.

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Ep 333: "Child Actors" with Presley Alexander & Bryson Robinson Oct 14, 2019

Presley Alexander and Bryson Robinson sit down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss their career journeys as young performers. 14 year-old Presley (joined by her father Brian) started her own YouTube channel when she was only 7 years old - never missing a single day without a new vlog post for 5 years straight! She has also hosted numerous children’s shows and was even featured on 60 MINUTES! 13 year-old Bryson (joined in studio by his mother Dee) has appeared in a number of commercials, print ads, television shows, and web series including ABC’s FRESH OFF THE BOAT and the award winning (and extremely popular) YouTube series MANI. From finding their passion for the arts at such young ages… to how they balance work, school and play… to the differences between their generation and Adam and Joe’s generation when it comes to consuming content… to weighing in on the ongoing STAR WARS debate over how to pronounce “AT-AT”… to performing in Adam Green’s 21st annual ArieScope Halloween short film PUMPKIN DICK (now playing on www.ArieScope.com and on ArieScope’s YouTube channel)… you’ll surely fall in love with these two incredibly special young artists! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener who is conflicted over on-screen violence, Presley gives Adam hope for the future of the world, and the boys say goodbye to their dear friend Sid Haig in this incredibly inspiring, hilarious, and touching conversation.

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HALL OF FAME: Derek Mears (Ep. 12) 7.29.13 Oct 11, 2019

He's SWAMP THING. He's JASON VOORHEES. He's THE PREDATOR. Derek Mears has played more iconic characters under heavy make up than most any other actor in Hollywood because he's just that good. He also happens to be one of the very best friends of THE MOVIE CRYPT having guested on 2 episodes, performed improv comedy during 2 of our 48-hour live YORKIETHONS, and he's even filled in as a co-host when Joe was out of town for 2 of our Patreon-only monthly LIVE shows. Even more so than being part of a "Hall of Fame" episode- Derek Mears is actually a "Hall of Fame" friend. Head back to May 2013 with us and listen to Derek's very first appearance on this podcast.

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Ep 332: Texas Battle Oct 07, 2019

Actor Texas Battle (FINAL DESTINATION 3, WRONG TURN 2) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his path through Hollywood. From growing up in the great state of Texas… to getting his start in modeling… to the commercial audition that was actually a secret audition for a major motion picture… to working with Joe on WRONG TURN 2… to dealing with the severe highs and heartbreaking lows of the industry… Texas shares his own unique perspective on the actor’s journey. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker looking for a way off of a film set and the gang learns never to text in front of Henry Rollins in this fantastic conversation that was well over a decade in the making.

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HALL OF FAME: Danielle Harris (Ep. 2) 5.13.13 Oct 04, 2019

Danielle Harris isn't just the "Scream Queen of Halloween," she's the Scream Queen of our generation. From her roles in HALLOWEEN 4 & 5 as a child actress... to her roles in Rob Zombie's HALLOWEEN 1 & 2 as an adult... to her roles in Adam Green's HATCHET franchise... Danielle is horror genre royalty. Who better for THE MOVIE CRYPT's first ever guest?! Head back with us to our very first episode with a guest! A "Hall of Fame" episode if ever there was one!

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Ep 331: Scott Beck & Bryan Woods Sep 30, 2019

Filmmakers Scott Beck & Bryan Woods (A QUIET PLACE, HAUNT) sit down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss their career journey as a duo. From making multiple feature films together while still going to High School in Iowa… to the benefits of never forgetting where they came from… to analyzing why it’s mainly other filmmakers who are so critical over every single thing they watch… to having to make the decision to let someone else direct A QUIET PLACE (and how well that decision ultimately panned out)… this incredibly candid conversation perfectly illustrates why Beck and Woods are currently two of the most exciting filmmakers to watch. Dr. Arwen provides a windfall of advice equal to 4 full years of film school for an aspiring filmmaker in need of “Hollywood Therapy” over her anxiety about the steps she needs to take in pursuing her dream, the group splishes over STAR WARS (if you were part of THE MOVIE CRYPT LIVE family you’d be splishing, too), and Joe accepts Adam’s challenge to defend a made up holiday based around a specific kind of pizza.

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HALL OF FAME: Alex Pardee (Ep. 49) 4.28.14 Sep 27, 2019

Artist Alex Pardee (DIGGING UP THE MARROW, SUCKER PUNCH, CHADAM, THIS IS THE END) is truly one of the most gifted human beings on planet earth. From being institutionalized as a 14 year old boy because he suffered from depression... to creating artwork for bands like THE USED and for filmmakers like Quentin Tarantino and Zack Snyder... to joining forces with Adam Green and bringing his beautifully horrific artwork to living, breathing life with DIGGING UP THE MARROW, Alex's story is as fascinating as the creations he paints. This "Hall of Fame" episode contains some of the most heartfelt, honest, and inspiring conversations in our program's history.

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Ep 330: Jim Muro Sep 23, 2019

Filmmaker, director of photography, and legendary steady-cam operator Jim Muro (THE ABYSS, TRUE LIES, TITANIC, TERMINATOR 2: JUDGEMENT DAY, CRASH, CASINO, HEAT, CLUELESS, DANCES WITH WOLVES, AND… FRIDAY THE 13THPART VII: JASON TAKES MANHATTAN) shares his incredible career story with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From Jim’s experience directing STREET TRASH… to working alongside the biggest directors on the planet like James Cameron, Martin Scorsese, Oliver Stone, Kathryn Bigelow, Brian De Palma, Michael Mann, Kevin Costner, Rob Reiner, and more… this is one of those conversations that we wish could have gone on forever. Time restraints be damned, Jim is definitely a guest we'll be bringing back on the podcast some day! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” to a filmmaker dealing with an extremely delicate decision that was made with questionable intentions, Joe gains a handful of new favorite words/catch phrases, and the guys have their camera shot loving minds blown several times in this fascinating conversation.

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HALL OF FAME: David Wain (Ep. 108) 6.15.15 Sep 20, 2019

It was a WET HOT AMERICAN SUMMER back in June of 2015 when filmmaker David Wain (ROLE MODELS, THE STATE, DRUNK HISTORY, WAINY DAYS, HELL BABY) first sat down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey... and man, was it an episode to remember! Loaded with laughs, anecdotes, advice, and a story about sitting in the parking lot of Paramount that will both break and inspire your dream-filled heart, this "Hall of Fame" episode is a Crypt Keeper favorite for a damn good reason.

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Ep 329: Dean Gates Sep 16, 2019

Make-up FX artist Dean Gates (DAY OF THE DEAD, MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE, BLUE VELVET, JURASSIC PARK) dazzles Adam, Joe, and Arwen with behind the scenes anecdotes from the many (many) classic films he has contributed FX work to throughout his long and illustrious career. From doing make-up FX for TV when he was still only in High School… to working with legends like David Lynch, Steven Spielberg, George Romero, Stephen King, and James Cameron (just to name a few)… to winning an Emmy for his work on STAR TREK: DEEP SPACE NINE… to working with the great Carlo Rambaldi (the creator of E.T. – don’t worry, Adam doesn’t cry) … Dean keeps the boys (and girl) fully geeked out with his amazing experiences. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” to a filmmaker coping with the frustrating truth that the bigger streaming services would rather die than disclose their actual numbers, Adam has a message for the fans that reached out to him while his grandmother was passing, and Dean talks about killing Dennis Hopper again and again (and again) in this fantastic(al) conversation!

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HALL OF FAME: Michael Rosenbaum (Ep. 29) 11.25.13 Sep 13, 2019

Long before he got INSIDE OF YOU with his own podcast, actor/filmmaker Michael Rosenbaum (SMALLVILLE, WHITE CHICKS, BACK IN THE DAY) joined Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey in one of THE MOVIE CRYPT's earliest episodes. Head back to 2013 with us and listen to this wonderful conversation with one of our most favorite human beings in Hollywood!

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Ep 328: Stuart F. Wilson Sep 09, 2019

Stunt performer Stuart F. Wilson (THE RUNDOWN, LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD, THE EXPENDABLES 2) pummels Adam, Joe, and Arwen with stories from his long career performing stunts in some of Hollywood biggest films and TV series. From growing up as the son of “Mr. Whipple” and learning respect for squeezing Charmin at a young age… to studying martial arts, stunt driving, fight choreography, and weapons… to becoming Bruce Willis’ stunt double… to working with Joe Lynch on POINT BLANK… this is one action packed conversation! Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a filmmaker that is truly on his own in his quest to make movies, stories are shared from the set of POINT BLANK, and Adam asks Stuart if he can possibly turn him into a real man mere moments after binging adorable cat videos on Youtube.

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HALL OF FAME: Samara Weaving (Ep. 156) 5.16.16 Sep 06, 2019

READY OR NOT here comes actress Samara Weaving (THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING MISSOURI, MAYHEM, ASH VS. EVIL DEAD) in this fantastic "Hall of Fame" episode from 2016 that you're absolutely sure to love!

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Ep 327: Mark Shostrom Sep 02, 2019

Get ready for Arwen to “swallow your soul” (and all of your spaghetti) as legendary make-up FX artist Mark Shostrom (EVIL DEAD 2, NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 2 & 3, PHANTASM 2, PRINCE OF DARKNESS and so many more) discusses his craft with Adam and Joe. From the films that inspired Mark to pursue a career in special make-up effects… to behind the scenes anecdotes from films like FROM BEYOND, DICK TRACY, and THE MUTILATOR… to what it was like never having a single day off during the heyday of practical make-up FX in the 80’s… to striking the right balance between practical and digital effects on screen, the guys fully geek out over their love of creatures and illusions in this conversation with one of their cinematic heroes! Dr. Arwen provides emotional support and advice for a filmmaker suffering from anxiety and Joe opens up about the passing of his father as he helps Adam prepare to fly home to Boston and say goodbye to his grandmother in this sincerely heartfelt episode.

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HALL OF FAME: Pat Healy (Ep. 94) 3.9.15 Aug 30, 2019

Actor Pat Healy (CHEAP THRILLS, PEARL HARBOR, THE INNKEEPERS, GHOST WORLD, MAGNOLIA) provided one of the most revealing, honest, and heartfelt conversations in the history of THE MOVIE CRYPT podcast. Listen and hear why this episode from March 2015 remains a true highlight of this podcast's history.

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Ep 326: Adam Egypt Mortimer Aug 26, 2019

Filmmaker Adam Egypt Mortimer (SOME KIND OF HATE, DANIEL ISN’T REAL) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for a lively discussion about his career journey and the sacrifices one must make in order to make filmmaking their life. From directing music videos… to surviving the empty promises of financing that never materialized… to picking himself back up and refusing to accept defeat… to defeating the boxing beast that is Josh Ethier in the ring at Fantastic Fest (while nursing a set of broken ribs to boot!)… to the 7.5 years that it took to make his latest film DANIEL ISN’T REAL (in theaters 12.6.19)… Mortimer pulls no punches in telling it like it truly is. Dr. Arwen lives up to her proud title as an officially certified service animal and provides emotional support for a patient wracked with guilt over his recent career choice, opening up a Pandora’s box of raw emotions over the life choices that Green and Lynch have committed themselves to (for better or for worse) in one of the most epic “Hollywood Therapy” sessions to date.

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HALL OF FAME: Leigh Whannell (Ep. 99) 4.13.15 Aug 23, 2019

Filmmaker Leigh Whannell (SAW, DEAD SILENCE, UPGRADE, INSIDIOUS) is one of the greatest success stories in the history of cinema. In this fantastic "Hall of Fame" episode from 2015 we discuss Leigh's long hard road including his triumphs, his pitfalls, and the many lessons he has learned along the way.

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Ep 325: Issa Lopez Aug 19, 2019

Filmmaker Issa Lopez (TIGERS ARE NOT AFRAID, TODO MAL) discusses the making of her film TIGERS ARE NOT AFRAID with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From the hurdles of getting such a unique project financed... to working with child actors… to an incredible festival reception… to acclaims from legends like Guillermo del Toro and Stephen King… to the film’s upcoming release on SHUDDER… Issa’s journey with this film has been what dreams are made of! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient suffering from depression and losing faith fast and Issa and the boys chat like they’ve been friends forever in this phenomenal conversation!

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HALL OF FAME: Barbara Crampton (Ep. 214) 7.3.17 Aug 16, 2019

Actress Barbara Crampton (RE-ANIMATOR, YOU'RE NEXT, FROM BEYOND) joined us in July 2017 to discuss her career from 80's Scream Queen to one of the most exciting and in-demand leading ladies in modern genre cinema. Marvel at Barbara's career journey in this "Half of Fame" episode!

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Ep 324: Yorkiethon with Joe Dante & Thomas Lennon Aug 12, 2019

It’s Christmas in August! The guys make the official announcement of YORKIETHON 4 and celebrate setting a date with a double guest spectacular! First, Adam and Joe discuss the history of the Movie Crypt’s annual 48-hour LIVE marathon and (for the first time ever) re-play their fantastic conversation with filmmaker Joe Dante (GREMLINS, THE BURBS) – the opening guest of last year’s marathon! Then they jump ahead to hour 48 and the incredibly emotional finish line of last year’s epic event with a replay (also for the first time ever) of their hilariously sleep deprived conversation with last year’s closer - actor/writer Thomas Lennon (RENO 911, THE STATE, NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM)! Re-live the laughs and the tears from last year’s record-shattering LIVE charity event as Adam, Joe, Arwen, and Crypt Keepers around the world celebrate the start of the countdown to Christmas and this year’s YORKIETHON 4!

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HALL OF FAME: Ethan Embry (Ep. 198) 3.13.17 Aug 09, 2019

Actor Ethan Embry (CAN'T HARDLY WAIT, EMPIRE RECORDS, CHEAP THRILLS, SWEET HOME ALABAMA) sat down with us back in March of 2017 and we had one of the most honest, fearless, and inspiring conversations in MOVIE CRYPT history. This is one "Hall Of Fame" episode you absolutely cannot miss!

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Ep 323: Paco Cabezas Aug 05, 2019

Filmmaker Paco Cabezas (PENNY DREADFUL, RAGE, FEAR THE WALKING DEAD) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From determinedly making his own way as a filmmaker in Spain … to kicking open doors in Hollywood with his 2010 film NEON FLESH… to steadily working in both features and television on huge shows with huge stars… Paco is living proof that hard work, sheer talent, and true heart cannot be denied. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a recent college graduate on his way to La La Land and the three directors compare their processes, their passions, and their scars in this artist on artist on Yorkie conversation.

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HALL OF FAME: Kim Coates (Ep. 196) 2.27.17 Aug 02, 2019

When Kim Coates (SONS OF ANARCHY, WATER WORLD, BAD BLOOD) visited the ArieScope studio to record with us back in 2017 it was a dream come true. Kim rode in on his motorcycle and it felt exactly like "Tig Trager" himself was coming to see us straight from a SAMCRO meeting. We didn't know whether to cheer in excitement or cower in fear because one of us was about to "meet Mr. Mayhem." This truly classic episode is just... phenomenal.

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Ep 322: Markice Moore Jul 29, 2019

Actor Markice Moore (POINT BLANK, THE WALKING DEAD, ATL) shares his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen in this truly important episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT. From a young child who loved the attention of performing for family members… to randomly being cast in ATL… to watching himself play a prisoner on THE WALKING DEAD from the confines of the prison he was currently serving time in… to using his dire circumstances to better himself, to re-focus, and to take his dreams by storm… Markice’s story is deeply inspirational. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a patient with location issues, all three guys share stories from the making of POINT BLANK, and Markice opens up about a dark time in his life where he almost checked out for good in this touching conversation.

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HALL OF FAME: Lin Shaye (Ep. 185) 12.9.16 Jul 26, 2019

"It's not the ArieScope studio that's haunted... it's Arwen!" The amazing Lin Shaye (THERE'S SOMETHING ABOUT MARY, INSIDIOUS) recorded with us just before Christmas 2016 and shared the story of her career journey. A career that has only become even more successful in the 3 years since this episode was recorded!

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Ep 321: Jennifer Aspinall Jul 22, 2019

Legendary make-up artist Jennifer Aspinall (STREET TRASH, THE TOXIC AVENGER, MAD TV) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career journey. From a young child enamored with the art of illusion… to working in live theater at an incredibly young age… to creating the special make-up effects that would turn films like STREET TRASH and THE TOXIC AVENGER into genre classics and thus turn herself into one of the true icons of her field … to the work ethic that has kept her doing exactly what she loves for 4 decades… Jennifer has paved her own path and defied boundaries by keeping her head down, eyes forward, and working hard. Dr. Arwen advises a writer just how personal to get in their work, Joe gets the answers he was looking about “penis football,” and the guys debate the demise of “thoughts and prayers.”

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HALL OF FAME: Kane Hodder (Part 2 - Ep. 222) 8.28.17 Jul 19, 2019

Just like the iconic slashers he has played, nothing can stop Kane Hodder (HATCHET 1-4, FRIDAY THE 13TH 7-10) from coming back! In his 2017 return to THE MOVIE CRYPT Kane discusses his biography (UNMASKED), the documentary about his life (TO HELL AND BACK: THE KANE HODDER STORY), and the top secret making of the 4th HATCHET film (VICTOR CROWLEY) which had it's surprise world premiere just 1 week before this episode first aired!

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HALL OF FAME: Kane Hodder (Part 1 - Ep. 7) 6.17.13 Jul 19, 2019

Genre icon Kane Hodder (HATCHET 1-4, FRIDAY THE 13TH 7-10) first appeared on THE MOVIE CRYPT way, way back on our 7th episode in June 2013. Listen as we discuss his career journey from a bullied little kid who was literally growing up in the middle of nowhere... to the horrifying accident that burned him all over his body and the botched recovery process that nearly killed him... to becoming one of Hollywood's most accomplished stuntmen.. to landing the life-changing role of "Jason Voorhees" in an unprecedented four FRIDAY THE 13TH films... to the heartbreak of losing his coveted role... to re-inventing himself as a new icon that only he has played- "Victor Crowley" in all four HATCHET films to date. (Only 3 HATCHET films at the time of this recording!)

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Ep 320: Sid Haig Returns! Jul 15, 2019

In THE MOVIE CRYPT’S first official episode as part of the FANGORIA Podcast network, Hollywood icon Sid Haig (THE DEVIL’S REJECTS, 3 FROM HELL, JACKIE BROWN, SPIDER BABY) returns to sit down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen over 6 years after recording his first episode of the show! From Sid’s horror convention appearances… to where he suggests that aspiring filmmakers should be looking for funding… to his thoughts on the current state of the horror genre… to where Sid sees the future of cinema heading… to the exact moment in THE DEVIL’S REJECTS that he believes humanized the three main “antagonists” and turned them into “protagonists” for the audience… Sid tells it like Sid sees it. “Hollywood Therapy” is provided for a filmmaker who is contemplating “what’s next,” Sid solves wildfires, and Arwen surprises the guys with an inspired sneeze! Re-visit Sid’s first appearance on THE MOVIE CRYPT (Episode 3 – May 20, 2013) and hear him discuss his full career journey in our most recent “Hall of Fame” episode – now playing wherever you listen to this podcast!

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HALL OF FAME: Sid Haig (Ep. 3) 5.20.13 Jul 12, 2019

Hollywood icon Sid Haig (THE DEVIL'S REJECTS, SPIDER BABY, JACKIE BROWN) discusses his amazing career spanning half a century! It was only the 3rd episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT ever recorded but this conversation is still one of the very best as Sid reveals his acting process and the key to his longevity in the industry.

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Ep 319: Adrian Wood Jul 08, 2019

Multi-platinum music producer Adrian Wood (WU TANG, SNOOP DOGG, 50 CENT) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to rap about his career as a self-made producer of rap/hip hop artists. From a German white kid living in London with a love for rap music… to attending business school only to choose to follow his true passion instead… to teaching himself how to produce music and having his talents discovered on-line… to paying for his siblings’ higher educations… to creating and running his own successful business (AnnoDominiNation)… Adrian is living proof that even against impossible odds “where there is a will there is a way.” The boys gear up for their move to the Fangoria podcast network next week, Dr. Arwen helps a patient learn how to win, and Adrian drops 3 of his incredible songs in this episode that every single artist will certainly benefit from hearing.

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HALL OF FAME: Seth Green (Ep. 60) 7.14.14 Jul 05, 2019

Seth Green (ROBOT CHICKEN, FAMILY GUY, AUSTIN POWERS) shares stories, insight, and hope for all of us as he discusses the long, long career he has had working in Hollywood and his opinions on modern day fan culture. This episode originally aired way back in July 2014 and is still every bit as relevant today!

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** SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT ** LISTEN ** Jul 02, 2019

THE MOVIE CRYPT is moving to the FANGORIA PODCAST NETWORK! So what changes for you? Well... literally nothing! No need to re-subscribe or change anything about how/where you listen to us! As you'll hear, this move is all about our love for the magazine that shaped our childhoods and us wanting to be with our friends in the FANGORIA family! Our first official "FANGORIA presents THE MOVIE CRYPT" episode (Ep 320) airs on Monday 7/15 - Saturday 7/13 for our "Early Access" Crypt Keepers. Please listen to the attached special announcement! Leave a light on, FANGORIA. We'll be home soon... -AG, JL, & A

Ep 318: Matthew Currie Holmes Jul 01, 2019

Filmmaker Matthew Currie Holmes (WRONG TURN 2, FIREWALL, BUCKOUT ROAD) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for a truly delightful (you’ll see, “delightful” is the best word to describe this one) conversation about Matthew’s journey from a young Canadian horror fan to a musician, an actor, a writer, and ultimately…a director. Listen as the 3 filmmakers dive deep into everything from connecting during the arduous audition process… to the politics of being in a professional band... to the sheer beauty of “not knowing any better”… to having a moment with Harrison Ford… to terrific stories from the making of WRONG TURN 2… to the making of Matthew’s new film BUCKOUT ROAD. Dr. Arwen drops some family advice, Joe drops a sincerely beautiful moment, and Matthew drops some exclusive news in what is sure to be the latest entry in your list of “favorite MOVIE CRYPT episodes.”

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HALL OF FAME: Milo Ventimiglia (Ep. 147) 3.14.16 Jun 28, 2019

THIS IS US star Milo Ventimiglia (HEROES, ROCKY BALBOA, THAT'S MY BOY) brings the love, the drive, and the honesty in this "Hall of Fame" episode that originally aired in March 2016. For real, this episode has some of the best advice you'll ever hear in a podcast! There's a good reason why Adam likes to claim that he and Milo have actually been friends since childhood (even though they didn't really meet until 2006).

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Ep 317: Derek Mears Returns Jun 24, 2019

Actor Derek Mears (SWAMP THING, PREDATORS, FRIDAY THE 13TH 2009) returns to THE MOVIE CRYPT to discuss his experiences playing the iconic title character of SWAMP THING (now streaming on DC Universe) and much, much more! One of this podcast’s closest friends, Mears opens up to Adam, Joe, and a very itchy Arwen about playing the “Swamp Thing” character and his personal response to the show’s underlying message of self-acceptance. Dr. Arwen provides a follow up appointment for a patient who’s previous situation struck a major chord with the audience, Joe’s new film POINT BLANK gets a release date, and Adam gives Arwen a pill in this truly phenomenal episode that literally hits all of the feels. #SaveSwampThing

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HALL OF FAME: Greg Nicotero (Ep. 93) 3.2.15 Jun 21, 2019

THE WALKING DEAD maestro himself Greg Nicotero (CREEPSHOW, SCREAM, ARMY OF DARKNESS) is one of the true masters of horror. Greg has provided jaw dropping make-up FX for almost all of your favorite movies and now he is bringing our genre to new heights with his stunning directing work. Hear his full career story in this "Hall of Fame" episode that originally premiered in March 2015!

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Ep 316: Mark Irwin Jun 17, 2019

Cinematographer Mark Irwin (THE FLY, ROAD TRIP, THE BLOB, OLD SCHOOL, THERE’S SOMETHING ABOUT MARY, ROBOCOP 2… the list goes on forever!) sits down and gets technical with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. Not only do the boys do a deep dive geek-out into cameras, lenses, and lighting styles…. Mark also shares some incredible (INCREDIBLE!) personal stories about working with legends like Cronenberg, Craven, Phillips, and the Farrelly brothers! Dr. Arwen re-advises a patient with a fear of plagiarism, Adam announces a new project, and Mark answers a TON of our beloved Patrons’ questions in this episode that’s surely another one for the books – and then some!

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HALL OF FAME: Rachael Leigh Cook (Ep. 63) 8.4.14 Jun 14, 2019

"She's all that" and then some. Actress Rachael Leigh Cook (JOSIE & THE PUSSYCATS, ANTITRUST, SHE'S ALL THAT) recorded this episode with us back in August 2014. As Adam proclaims, "Rachael is one of the nicest human beings on the planet" and this "Hall of Fame" episode will surely show you why.

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Ep 315: Eric Edelstein Jun 10, 2019

Actor Eric Edelstein (GREEN ROOM, TWIN PEAKS, JURASSIC WORLD) shares his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From growing up in Washington and going to school to become a basketball announcer… to deciding to act instead and heading down to Hollywood in pursuit of his dream … to not even cutting it working at Starbucks… to working on some of the biggest projects with the most legendary filmmakers… Eric’s story will surely lift and inspire you. Dr. Arwen delivers some bad news to Adam, Eric brings some incredible impersonations, and you’ll hear 3 guys become best friends for life over these 2 incredible hours.

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HALL OF FAME: Dee Snider (Ep. 46) 4.7.14 Jun 07, 2019

"I wanna rock!" A cultural icon and one of the greatest frontmen in the history of metal, Dee Snider recorded this episode with us back in April 2014 and man, does it STILL rock! From TWISTED SISTER to HOLLISTON to his serendipitous life-long friendships with both Adam and Joe, this episode is truly a part of THE MOVIE CRYPT's "Hall of Fame!"

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Ep 314: David Yarovesky Jun 03, 2019

Filmmaker David Yarovesky (BRIGHTBURN, THE HIVE) discusses his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From a child obsessed with Fangoria Magazine… to directing more music videos than we can count… to his first feature film that wasn’t… to chance encounters with legends like Dick Smith and Wes Craven that steered him in the right direction… to making THE HIVE and his latest BRIGHTBURN… this episode is absolutely packed with stories and anecdotes. Dr. Arwen gets super angry with a patient’s husband and Yarvo reveals an incredible secret about his father that will have you thinking “it’s white boy day.”

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HALL OF FAME: Michael Dougherty (Ep. 25) 10.28.13 May 31, 2019

"Go-Go-GODZILLA!" Writer/Director Michael Dougherty (GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS, KRAMPUS, TRICK R TREAT, X2: X-MEN UNITED) is not only one of the most exciting filmmakers working today, he's also one of our most favorite people. In one of our earliest MOVIE CRYPT interviews, Mike sat down to discuss his career journey with us at a table that was fittingly full of Halloween candy and lit only by candles. This special Halloween/"Hall of Fame" episode originally premiered on October 28, 2013.

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Ep 313: Taj Jackson May 27, 2019

Musician and filmmaker Taj Jackson (3T, TV’s THE JACKSONS: NEXT GENERATION) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss the truth about his late Uncle Michael Jackson in the wake of the extremely controversial and polarizing HBO “documentary” LEAVING NEVERLAND. Together they dive deep into the details behind the 1993 and 2005 false allegations against Michael… discuss the potential dangers of abusing “cancel culture”… and shine a light on the numerous discrepancies and lies put forward in LEAVING NEVERLAND. Clocking in at 3 hours, this highly emotional and educational conversation stresses the importance of vetting the validity of accusations and the great injustice of blindly believing whatever we’re told.

As discussed in the episode, for more information we strongly recommend the following two videos:

LEAVING NEVERLAND: THE AFTERMATH - https://youtu.be/NUNO-MygJOQ
RAZÖRFIST’s: THE MICHAEL JACKSON REBUTTAL (Part 1) - https://youtu.be/6pnoQqlygQs

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HALL OF FAME: Darren Bousman (Part 2 - Ep. 229) 10.16.17 May 24, 2019

Filmmaker Darren Lynn Bousman (ABATTOIR, MOTHER'S DAY, ST. AGATHA, SAW 2-4, TALES OF HALLOWEEN) returns to THE MOVIE CRYPT three years later and armed with a whole new set of amazing experiences to share. This episode originally premiered on October 16, 2017 when Darren was hot off of his immersive theater creation TENSION. The ingenuity Darren so generously shares in this conversation is equalled only by the insane amount of work that he put into his game changing form of live entertainment. Seriously, full on admission should be charged for this exceptional episode which reveals the future of storytelling. It's that good!

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HALL OF FAME: Darren Bousman (Part 1 - Ep. 34) 1.20.14 May 24, 2019

The episode where THE MOVIE CRYPT became THE MOVIE CRYPT, filmmaker Darren Lynn Bousman's (SAW 2-4, REPO! THE GENETIC ROCK OPERA, THE DEVIL'S CARNIVAL) first recording with Adam, Joe, and Arwen changed everything. Originally premiering on January 20, 2014, Bousman's fearless honesty set the stage for future guests to come to THE MOVIE CRYPT with a level of candor that is unmatched by any other entertainment behind-the-scenes podcast available on-line.

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Ep 312: Jesse V. Johnson May 20, 2019

Filmmaker Jesse V Johnson (TRIPLE THREAT, THE DEBT COLLECTOR, AVENGEMENT) discusses his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From wanting to be like Ray Harryhausen and make stop-motion monsters as a child… to working as an assistant director… to stunts and stunt coordinating on legendary films like TOTAL RECALL, THE MASTER, and LINCOLN… to the making of his latest film AVENGEMENT (out this Friday in theaters and on digital/on-demand), Jesse shares his 25+ years in the business. Dr. Arwen weighs the pros and cons of making ultra low budget features versus short films in “Hollywood Therapy,” Jesse answers your “Viewer Mail,” and the guys announce their FREE “Movie Crypt Live” weekend!

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HALL OF FAME: Bobcat Goldthwait (Ep. 50) 5.5.14 May 17, 2019

Comedian and Filmmaker Bobcat Goldthwait (WORLD'S GREATEST DAD, TV's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE, TV's CHAPELLE'S SHOW, POLICE ACADEMY 2, SCROOGED, ONE CRAZY SUMMER) recorded this phenomenal conversation with Adam, Joe, and Arwen 5 years ago... and it remains one of the absolute best episodes in the history of THE MOVIE CRYPT. This episode originally premiered way back on May 5, 2014 and we're still laughing!

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Ep 311: Ricky Bates, Jr. May 13, 2019

Filmmaker Ricky Bates, Jr. (TRASH FIRE, EXCISION, SUBURBAN GOTHIC) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen for a fascinating and hilarious discussion about his career journey so far. From stacking Ikea bunk beds in his tiny apartment to house his crew… to playing Sundance for the first time... to working with the legendary John Waters… to creating characters that are honest outcasts… to the making of his latest film TONE DEAF (out this August), Ricky’s self deprecating candor makes for a truly enjoyable and sincere conversation. Dr. Arwen dishes out both marketing tips and dating advice with her “Hollywood Therapy,” Ricky informs Joe of a shocking documentary that is right up his alley, and the guys share their love for the great Ray Wise in this wicked fun episode that succeeded in getting Ricky out of his house and around other people.

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HALL OF FAME: Henry Rollins (Ep. 92) 2.23.15 May 10, 2019

Cultural icon Henry Rollins (BLACK FLAG, TV's SONS OF ANARCHY, WRONG TURN 2) joined us for this captivating conversation that originally aired on February 23, 2015. Truly a "Hall of Fame" episode!

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Ep. 310: Brian Yuzna May 06, 2019

Filmmaker Brian Yuzna (RE-ANIMATOR, THE DENTIST, RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD 3, SOCIETY) shares his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From getting a later start in the industry than most… to learning by being on set and actually doing… to shooting and working with crews all over the world… to dealing with the MPAA… Brian has continued to make films through thick and thin by evolving with the ever-changing landscape of the industry. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a patient concerned with “location-location-location,” Brian answers our Patrons’ burning “Viewer Mail” questions, and Siri pulls no punches with Adam in this anniversary episode that premieres exactly 6 years to the day of THE MOVIE CRYPT’s launch!

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HALL OF FAME: John Landis (Ep. 200) 3.27.17 May 03, 2019

Iconic filmmaker John Landis (AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON, ANIMAL HOUSE, TRADING PLACES, THE BLUES BROTHERS, Michael Jackson's THRILLER) joined us for our milestone 200th episode which originally aired on March 27, 2017. As you'll hear us explain in the last few minutes of the conversation- this was originally intended and recorded to be our final episode. After being convinced at the very last minute to try a Patreon campaign before hanging up our microphones for good, Adam Green spent the entire night before this episode premiered editing out every mention of it being the final episode- finishing just in time for the episode to post. That's how close THE MOVIE CRYPT actually came to ending back in 2017!

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Ep 309: Michael Lehmann Apr 29, 2019

Director Michael Lehmann (HEATHERS, HUDSON HAWK, THE TRUTH ABOUT CATS AND DOGS, AIRHEADS, etc) discusses his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From working as an assistant to Francis Ford Coppola… to USC misplacing his application (for THREE YEARS!?)… to directing his first feature HEATHERS (wait, how long was Daniel Waters’ first draft of the script exactly?)… to Michael’s work in television (AMERICAN HORROR STORY, TRUE BLOOD, DEXTER, THE LARRY SANDERS SHOW, etc)… and the various ups and downs along his way… this episode is a perfect example as to why so many describe this podcast as “audio film school.” Dr. Arwen helps a patient with some promotional “Hollywood Therapy,” the guys get technical about camera placement, and Adam shares his secret stash of cream soda in this fantastic conversation that is THE MOVIE CRYPT at its best!

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HALL OF FAME: Penelope Spheeris (Ep. 154) 5.2.16 Apr 26, 2019

The amazing Penelope Spheeris (WAYNE'S WORLD, THE DECLINE OF WESTERN CIVILIZATION) joins us for this truly classic episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT that originally aired on May 2, 2016. This phenomenal conversation remains a Crypt Keeper favorite!

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Ep 308: Rhys Wakefield Apr 22, 2019

Filmmaker Rhys Wakefield (THE PURGE, TRUE DETECTIVE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his journey from actor to director with his debut feature film BERSERK – which Rhys also co-wrote, produced, and starred in. The three filmmakers dive deep into the directorial process as they candidly swap stories from their director’s chairs. From crafting a contained and manageable story, to adapting their visions to fit within budget restrictions, to working with actors, to the hurdles faced when both directing and starring in their own projects… the three artists candidly relate to surviving the storytelling process. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for film critics, Adam and Rhys share some scary encounters with intruders, and the boys announce THE MOVIE CRYPT “Hall Of Fame” episodes coming soon to a podcast platform near you!

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HALL OF FAME: Shane Dawson (Ep. 197) 3.6.17 Apr 19, 2019

Filmmaker Shane Dawson (one of the biggest YouTube stars in the history of the internet) joins us in this phenomenal "Hall of Fame" episode which originally premiered on March 6, 2017.

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Ep 307: Lydia Hearst Apr 15, 2019

Actress and model Lydia Hearst (CABIN FEVER 3: PATIENT ZERO, THE HAUNTING OF SHARON TATE, TV’s Z NATION) discusses her career journey and lifelong love of horror with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From a young child obsessed with horror movies… to her long career in modeling gracing the covers of the world’s biggest magazines… to her various roles in film and television… to the delicate decisions and research that go into making a film depicting such a devastating real life tragedy as that of the Manson murders… to her extraordinary collection of horror movie memorabilia and toys… Lydia is proof that even international super models can sincerely be “one of us.” Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” on how to make new friends, Adam and Lydia swap ghost stories, and Joe learns how to properly pronounce the title of a film that he’s been saying wrong for far too long in this episode that’s one big nerd-out.

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HALL OF FAME: Jordan Peele Returns (Part 2 - Ep. 202) 4.10.17 Apr 12, 2019

Jordan Peele (US, GET OUT, KEANU) returns to THE MOVIE CRYPT on the heels of his incredible success with GET OUT and with a special message of gratitude for Adam and Joe in this "Hall of Fame" episode which originally premiered on April 10, 2017.

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HALL OF FAME: Jordan Peele (Part 1 - Ep. 41) 3.10.14 Apr 12, 2019

Filmmaker Jordan Peele (GET OUT, US, KEY & PEELE) joins us for his first episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT in this "Hall of Fame" episode which originally premiered on March 10, 2014. Be sure and check out Part 2 when Jordan returned to the podcast 3 years later (after making GET OUT)!

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Ep 306: Kevin Kölsch & Dennis Widmyer Apr 08, 2019

Directors Kevin Kölsch & Dennis Widmyer (PET SEMATARY 2019, STARRY EYES, HOLIDAYS) sit down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss their career journey together. In this extremely fun conversation the guys discuss New York diners and pizza burgers… they reveal whether or not Kevin & Dennis or Adam & Joe actually hang out with each other in their spare time… they talk about the ins and outs of co-directing… and they dig deep into some of the choices made in updating a Stephen King classic such as the beloved PET SEMATARY. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” and advice for working with friends, your burning “Viewer Mail” questions are answered, and Kevin and Dennis reveal whether or not Stephen King was pleased with their remake!

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HALL OF FAME: Slash (Ep. 77) 11.10.14 Apr 05, 2019

Legendary guitarist Slash (GUNS N' ROSES) joins us in this "Hall of Fame" episode which originally premiered on November 10, 2014.

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Ep 305: Josh Lobo Apr 01, 2019

Filmmaker Josh Lobo (I TRAPPED THE DEVIL) shares his story with Adam, Joe, and Arwen from being a (multiple) film school drop-out to making his first feature. This fantastically candid conversation covers everything from first attempts and misses… to writing within your financial means… to relinquishing your ego on set… to whole heartedly celebrating “guilty pleasures.” Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a filmmaker feeling like they’ve exhausted their resources/favors and Josh answers your “Viewer Mail” in this episode that keeps it as real as real gets.

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HALL OF FAME: Zachary Levi (Ep. 38) 2.17.14 Mar 29, 2019

"Shazam!" Actor Zachary Levi (SHAZAM, TANGLED, SPIRAL, TV's CHUCK) joins us in this "Hall of Fame" episode which originally premiered on February 17, 2014.

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Ep 304: Heather Buckley Mar 25, 2019

Producer Heather Buckley (THE RANGER) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career journey from a young Jersey girl who was equally terrified and fascinated with horror to a producer of feature films and behind the scenes documentaries. Why is it so import to document filmmaker’s stories behind the making of their films? Was THE RANGER really the very first screenplay that Heather ever read? Is it possible to do exactly what you want in the industry and not ever relocate to LA or NYC? If you’re looking for hope- Heatherface has got you covered! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a writer attempting to write for a specific budget in this episode that provides the rare example of everything going right the very first time.

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HALL OF FAME: Chris Columbus (Ep. 100) 4.20.15 Mar 22, 2019

Filmmaker Chris Columbus (HARRY POTTER, HOME ALONE, THE GOONIES, GREMLINS) joins us in this "Hall of Fame" episode which originally premiered on April 20, 2015.

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Ep 303: John Carl Buechler & Kane Hodder / FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VII Mar 18, 2019

On March 18, 2019 the world lost filmmaker and FX legend John Carl Buechler (FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VII: THE NEW BLOOD, TROLL, HATCHET). John was much more than just a beloved artist. He was also a husband, a father of three, and a dear friend. His passing is heartbreaking on a deeply personal level for both Adam Green and Joe Lynch.

John was a childhood hero to both Adam and Joe as his work helped to shape/warp their young, horror loving, Fangoria obsessed minds. He was one of the very first to believe not only in Adam's "Victor Crowley" character but in Adam as a filmmaker. Immediately after reading Adam's screenplay for HATCHET John signed on as the film's lead effects artist even though the funding for the film was still not fully in place. John's mere involvement in the project as the film's FX artist helped give HATCHET some legitimacy within the genre world and helped Adam secure such veteran horror icons as Kane Hodder, Robert Englund, and Tony Todd for the film. However, John's role in the HATCHET franchise went far beyond designing the over the top effects seen on screen as he would also become an advisor, a cheerleader, and a friend.

On the final day of THE MOVIE CRYPT's 2nd annual 48-hour marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue (2017), John Carl Buechler and Kane Hodder joined Adam, Joe, and Arwen to perform a live commentary for FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VII. The commentary was re-broadcast as an exclusive for THE MOVIE CRYPT's beloved Patreon supporters but has never been re-broadcast for the general public - until now. In the wake of John's passing Adam, Joe, and Arwen wanted to share this incredibly fun and informative moment in time with John's fans around the world. So put on your copy of FRIDAY VII at home and listen along as we remember John Carl Buechler and celebrate what many believe to be his finest work.

Rest in peace, Maestro. Your cinematic legacy is eternal.

Ep 302: Chelsea Stardust Mar 18, 2019

Filmmaker Chelsea Stardust (SATANIC PANIC, ALL THAT WE DESTROY) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career journey from a 10 year old girl watching NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD and falling in love with the horror genre... to attending film school... to an internship at producer/director Ivan Reitman's Montecito Picture Company... to assisting producer Jason Blum at Blumhouse... to making short films... to directing her first feature. With discussions about productions "flipping," what it means to shoot "inside the zone," the harsh reality of "Hollywood accounting," and sound advice from Dr. Arwen for aspiring filmmakers struggling to create in a location where resources simply don't exist... this candid conversation is yet another example of why THE MOVIE CRYPT is often referred to as "free audio film school" by industry insiders.

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Ep 301: William Fichtner Mar 11, 2019

Actor William Fichtner (BLACK HAWK DOWN, ARMAGEDDON, HEAT, GO) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career path from a criminal law student to one of the best known actors in Hollywood. From taking an acting class on a whim to making a full blown career out of the craft, William has always followed his instincts and his instincts have lead him to working with the biggest directors, sharing the screen with the biggest stars, and becoming a performer whom audiences feel instantly elevates a project simply by being in it. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for kids and our beloved Patreon supporters get answers to their “Viewer Mail” in this truly bucket list episode.

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Ep 300: The 300th Episode Mar 04, 2019

On Monday May 6, 2013 the very first episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT premiered on-line. Three hundred Mondays later, the weekly podcast has become a huge part of hundreds of thousands of lives. Hosts Adam Green, Joe Lynch, and Arwen have continually entertained, touched, inspired, educated, and even saved the many people around the world that have come to depend on it each week. From their candid "artist on artist" conversations about navigating and surviving the entertainment industry... to their heartfelt tributes to titans and friends that have fallen along the way... to openly sharing their own triumphs and heartbreaks in an effort to remind others that they are not alone... to their LIVE performances and appearances in cities around the world... to reminding people to believe in Santa Claus and the magic of Christmas... to helping those who are battling with addiction... to their annual 48-hour LIVE marathons that have saved the lives of homeless, neglected, and abused dogs... THE MOVIE CRYPT has helped their audience get back up when they're down and remember to never give up on their dreams. Best of all, THE MOVIE CRYPT has fostered a community of extremely supportive, kind, and loyal people from all over the world. Over the past six years there have been countless friendships born among THE MOVIE CRYPT faithful known as "Crypt Keepers." Given that this loyal group has literally kept the podcast going, the name "Crypt Keepers" could not be more fitting. Without them- Adam Joe, and Arwen would have hung up their microphones long ago. Listen as members of the "Crypt Keeper" community celebrate THE MOVIE CRYPT with both their words and voices in a fully "Viewer Mail" episode that also includes a look back at "Episode 0" - the never aired, never before heard test episode that was recorded before the podcast ever even had a name. Dr. Arwen provides family counseling in her "Hollywood Therapy" segment and the boys (and girl) debut their new rap group in these fantastic 2 hours that celebrate the previous 600+ hours of this podcast. STILL not part of our "Crypt Keeper" community on Patreon?? With early access to every new episode, VIDEO versions of new episodes, weekly bonus episodes of "Classic Crypt," Adam & Joe's monthly "Crypt Picks" videos, bonus monthly commentary episodes, the monthly "Movie Crypt Live" show, and the holy "Cult of Arwen" - if you're a fan of this podcast you're missing out on so much! Start supporting today and introduce yourself to the film family that's waiting for you. www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt

Ep 299: Samm Levine Feb 25, 2019

Actor Samm Levine (FREAKS AND GEEKS, INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS, NOT ANOTHER TEEN MOVIE) discusses his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen in this ridiculously enjoyable conversation. From his breakout role in the (now) celebrated FREAKS AND GEEKS… to the crushing news of the series’ cancellation after merely one (game changing) season… to landing roles on almost every major TV series and in many of our favorite films of the last two decades… Samm has consistently kept us all entertained and represented so many of us as we’ve come of age ourselves. As you’ll learn from Samm’s work ethic, it is no wonder that he has worked with so many of the greatest filmmakers and storytellers in the history of film and television. Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for two of our beloved Crypt Keepers, Samm answers our audience’s “Viewer Mail” questions, and Adam recounts how this year's IMPRACTICAL JOKERS CRUISE almost became the CAPTAIN PHILLIPS CRUISE on the eve of THE MOVIE CRYPT’s milestone 300th episode (premiering next week)!

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Ep 298 : Christopher Titus Feb 18, 2019

There are few comedians today who can do TV, movies, podcasting and still retain their raw, uncompromising voice over multiple formats and Christopher Titus (TITUS, SPECIAL UNIT) has proven tenfold that he's one of them. Having delved into the darker realms of his family and upbringing and incorporated it into his standup and other projects, Chris has tapped into the vein of comedy that stings, heals, and relates. From the hardships of creating comedy in today’s sensitive culture... to how Chris' art reflects his real life... to taking an old TV movie concept and writing, directing, producing, and starring in SPECIAL UNIT... Titus shares all in a conversation that Adam, Joe, and Arwen never wanted to see end. Dr. Arwen answers a very apt "Hollywood Therapy" question about public speaking (something everyone on the show can relate to) and Chris answers our beloved Crypt Keepers' "Viewer Mail" questions in this truly hilarious episode.

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Ep 297: Michael Felsher Feb 11, 2019

Documentary/”Behind The Scenes” producer/director/editor Michael Felsher (JUST DESSERTS: THE MAKING OF CREEPSHOW, DIARY OF THE DEAD, SHOCKER) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss the craft of producing incredible special features and documentaries for home video releases. From seeing RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK as a child and becoming enamored with the process of story telling on film … to becoming the special features documentarian in Hollywood having created the bonus material for over 300+ releases… Michael knows the stories behind the stories – and probably even more stories behind those stories! Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for an up and coming filmmaker having temporary doubts, Michael delights the boys with tales from behind-the-behind the scenes, and the episode becomes a “making of” for “making of” special features! SERIOUSLY, CAN THIS DESCRIPTION GET ANY MORE META?!

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Ep 296: Nicholas McCarthy Feb 04, 2019

Filmmaker Nicholas McCarthy (THE PACT, AT THE DEVIL’S DOOR) shares his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen and discusses his new “killer kid” film THE PRODIGY (opening in US theaters this Friday). From falling in love with Creature Double Feature as a kid… to making short films … to an in-depth nerd-out about aspect ratios… to working with child actors who are performing adult material … this is exactly the kind of filmmaker on filmmaker conversation that you listen to THE MOVIE CRYPT for. Dr. Arwen weighs in with advice on sales agents and when (if ever) it’s ok to call it quits on a project in her “Hollywood Therapy” segment, Nicholas answers our beloved Crypt Keepers’ “Viewer Mail” questions, and Adam painfully accepts that it’s time to retire the Aerosmith shirt he’s worn since High School. WATCH this episode by joining our MOVIE CRYPT LIVE / VIDEO FOR PODCASTS tier on www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt!

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Ep 295: Nicolas Pesce Jan 28, 2019

Filmmaker Nicolas Pesce (THE EYES OF MY MOTHER, PIERCING) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen and discusses his career path so far. From directing music videos… to making his debut feature in black and white …to making his second and very different follow up PIERCING… to taking on the remake of THE GRUDGE (out next summer)… Nick and the boys dive deep into the realities of “blue collar” filmmaking. Dr. Arwen pours some sugar on her “Hollywood Therapy” segment, Nick answers our beloved Crypt Keepers’ “Viewer Mail” questions, and Adam finds out his supposed net worth! You can WATCH this episode as it is offered with VIDEO to the listeners that support this podcast and keep it alive!

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Ep 294: Daniel Farrands Jan 21, 2019

Writer/Director/Producer Daniel Farrands (THE HAUNTING IN CONNECTICUT, THE AMITYVILLE MURDERS, THE HAUNTING OF SHARON TATE, HALLOWEEN: THE CURSE OF MICHAEL MYERS) shares his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From a young child who fell in love with being scared by cinema…to a prolific narrative and documentary filmmaker who has now contributed to almost every great franchise of our time… Daniel has worked in every aspect of production and lived to tell about it. Dr. Arwen prescribes a serious dose of “Hollywood Therapy,” Daniel answers our beloved Crypt Keepers’ burning questions during “Viewer Mail,” and you can SEE all of it as this episode is offered with VIDEO to the listeners that support this podcast and keep it alive!

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Ep 293: Rob Schrab Jan 14, 2019

Writer/Director Rob Schrab (MONSTER HOUSE, COMMUNITY, CHANNEL 101) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen for what starts out as a conversation about Rob’s career journey but then quickly turns into a master class discussion on the craft of screenwriting. From the books and software every aspiring writer should get to learn the basics… to honing your individual voice as an artist… to the pros and cons of inexperience… to finding the right location to write in… to how to deal with the inevitable rejection all writers face… this is yet another example of why THE MOVIE CRYPT has often been called “audio film school.” Dr. Arwen prescribes some “Hollywood Therapy,” Rob answers a ton of our beloved Crypt Keepers’ “Viewer Mail,” and for the first time ever – this episode is offered with video to the listeners that support this podcast and keep it alive! (We love you!)

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Ep 292: Marcia Gay Harden Jan 07, 2019

This fantastic conversation with Academy Award winning actress and author Marcia Gay Harden (MYSTIC RIVER, MILLER’S CROSSING, THE MIST) was recorded LIVE during this year’s 48-hour marathon! Listen as Marcia shares her career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen including incredible stories about her first time meeting with Clint Eastwood, the preparation she does as an actress, working on THE MIST, and of course working with our own Joe Lynch on the upcoming Netflix action/thriller POINT BLANK. There’s even first details about a new way to start receiving THE MOVIE CRYPT podcast with VIDEO starting with next week’s episode!

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Ep 291: 2018 Wrap Up Dec 31, 2018

Adam, Joe, and Arwen look back on this year’s 48-hour charity marathon and the entire past year of episodes in this annual wrap-up of THE MOVIE CRYPT. Some highlight clips are played, Dr. Arwen squeezes in one final “Hollywood Therapy” session for 2018, and the guys announce an exciting new reward coming to Patreon in January during this traditional re-cap episode that they miraculously kept to a brisk 2 hours for the first time ever!

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Ep 290: SpookyDan Walker and Susan Slaughter Dec 24, 2018

Recorded LIVE during this year’s 48-hour marathon, director SpookyDan Walker and actress Susan Slaughter slide down ArieScope’s chimney to discuss their individual career paths and the making of their new film SLAY BELLES with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From Spooky’s many years as the “ambassador” of the horror community and Susan’s work on GHOST HUNTERS to the long process of making and finishing SLAY BELLES (out now!) this candid conversation shows not only that “where there is a will there is a way” but that we’re all in this together just trying to tell our stories. Dr. Arwen prescribes some solid dating advice and Spooky reminisces on Adam’s first time doing stand-up as the guy’s wrap up night 1 of this year’s 48-hour marathon.

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Ep 289: Rebekah and David McKendry Dec 17, 2018

Filmmakers Rebekah and David McKendry (ALL THE CREATURES WERE STIRRING) deliver Adam, Joe, and Arwen some holiday cheer and fear in this conversation about their Hollywood experiences. From completing higher education (Rebekah is an actual “Doctor” whereas Dr. Arwen is actually… not)… to writing and editing for the biggest magazines and websites in the genre… to honing their crafts making shorts and working in various crew positions across the board… to the hurdles they faced together when writing and directing their new feature length anthology… to how they make it work being married and working together… Rebekah and David illustrate yet again how vastly different every artist’s path can be. Dr. Arwen provides emotional council for movie fans that are looking for out of print titles and our Patreon supporters have their “Viewer Mail” answered in this podcast crossover episode that may as well be called CRYPT WAVES.

NOTE: This episode was recorded about one week before our 3rd annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue took place. Next week’s episode will have the details about how the marathon went.

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Ep 288: Alexandre Aja Dec 10, 2018

Filmmaker Alexandre Aja (HIGH TENSION, THE HILLS HAVE EYES, PIRANHA 3D, HORNS) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career path in this phenomenal conversation that was long, long overdue. From how Alex broke in… to hurdles in post-production… to dealing with the MPAA… to the pressures that come with remaking a film… to making crucial career choices in an industry where certainty doesn’t exist… this conversation between three colleagues from the same generation of filmmakers is one that you’ve likely been waiting for ever since this podcast started. (It’s an episode that we’ve certainly been anxious to make happen for over 5 years now!) Dr. Arwen prescribes advice on how to manage co-worker relationships while still doing what is best for YOU, our beloved Patreon supporters get an extended “Viewer Mail” segment because we love them, and the guys enjoy their last few nights of sleep before this weekend’s 3rd annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to save the Yorkies. It’s here! It’s heeeere!

THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 3rd annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue is THIS coming weekend! Listen to the entire marathon FREE on www.ArieScope.com starting at 5pm PST on Friday December 14th through 5pm PST on Sunday December 16th! (The special 2 hour pre-show from DJ Green and MC Licks-A-Lot kicks off on Friday at 3pm PST for those of you early birds who prefer your 48 hour marathons in a 50 hour format.) With two straight days of celebrity guests, live script readings that you absolutely cannot miss, live film commentaries, comedy, music, and Arwen’s Silent Auction, you’re gonna want to stock up on sleep so that you don’t miss a single moment! Help Arwen and the boys save as many wheel barrels of homeless and abused Yorkies as possible this Christmas! We’re staying awake so that they don’t get put to sleep.

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Ep 287: Graham Reznick Dec 03, 2018

Filmmaker Graham Reznick (DEADWAX) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey from working in most every position in production to creating and writing/directing his exceptional new series DEADWAX for Shudder. Dr. Arwen prescribes advice on when to make the move to Los Angeles in her “Hollywood Therapy” segment, our beloved supporters get their “Viewer Mail” answered, and the guys start gearing up for this year’s 48-hour marathon to save the Yorkies in this episode that once again illustrates just how different every artist’s path can be.

THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 3rd annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue is just 2 weeks away! Listen to the entire marathon FREE on www.ArieScope.com Friday December 14th through Sunday December 16th! With 2 straight days of celebrity guests, a live script reading that you absolutely cannot miss, live film commentaries, comedy, music, and Arwen’s Silent Auction, you’re gonna want to stock up on sleep so that you don’t miss a single moment! Help Arwen and the boys save as many wheel barrels of homeless and abused Yorkies as possible this Christmas! We’re staying awake so that they don’t get put to sleep.

Pick up the first 5 years of this podcast with “THE VAULT” in the on-line store at www.ArieScope.com! The first 200 episodes contain well over 500 hours of conversations with artists like Chris Columbus, John Landis, Slash, Joe Dante, Penelope Spheeris, Dee Snider, Jordan Peele, Kane Hodder, Joe Carnahan, Danielle Harris, Henry Rollins, Greg Nicotero, and so many more CAN’T MISS episodes!

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Ep 286: Leonard & Jessie Maltin Nov 26, 2018

Film critic/historian Leonard Maltin (ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT, GREMLINS 2: THE NEW BATCH) and his daughter/podcast co-host Jessie Maltin sit down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen for a candid conversation about film criticism, the ever changing Hollywood landscape, and their undying love and appreciation of cinema in general. From Leonard’s teenage years writing (and then running) a magazine… to becoming one of the most known, beloved, and respected voices in film criticism… and Jessie’s childhood in Hollywood being surrounded by filmmakers and critics at every turn… to turning her experiences into a partnership with her father on their podcast MALTIN ON MOVIES… the Maltin’s have lived and breathed Hollywood for their entire lives. Dr. Arwen dives into just how much personal stuff you should reveal at work (and when) during her “Hollywood Therapy” segment, your “Viewer Mail” is answered, and the group discusses how to deal with on-line negativity in this truly honest episode.

THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 3rd annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue is almost here! Listen to the entire marathon FREE on www.ArieScope.com Friday December 14th through Sunday December 16th! Get some rest and start saving up to help Arwen and the boys save as many wheel barrels of homeless and abused Yorkies this Christmas! We’re staying awake so that they don’t get out to sleep.

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Ep 285: John Hyams Nov 19, 2018

Filmmaker John Hyams (UNIVERSAL SOLDIER: DAY OF RECKONING, ALL SQUARE, TV’s Z NATION) discusses his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen in this fantastic conversation. From John’s early experiences on his father’s sets (the great Peter Hyams!)… to making documentaries… to how he landed his first feature film (UNIVERSAL SOLDIER: REGENERATION)… to his love of storytelling through the medium of television… John’s story of seizing every opportunity is sure to inspire you to make the most out of every chance you get at bat!

THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 3rd annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue will take place Friday December 14th through Sunday December 16th! Mark your calendars, stock up on sleep, and start saving up to help Arwen and the boys save many wheel barrels of dogs this Christmas! We’re staying awake so that they don’t get out to sleep.

Treat yourself to the first 5 years of this podcast with THE MOVIE CRYPT “VAULT” in the on-line store at www.ArieScope.com! The first 200 episodes contain well over 500 hours of conversations with artists like Chris Columbus, John Landis, Slash, Joe Dante, Penelope Spheeris, Dee Snider, Jordan Peele, Kane Hodder, Joe Carnahan, Danielle Harris, Henry Rollins, Greg Nicotero, and so many more CAN’T MISS episodes!

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Ep 284: Natasha Kermani Nov 12, 2018

Filmmaker Natasha Kermani (IMITATION GIRL) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career, Halloween, and everything in between. (Well, maybe not everything in between but it rhymed with Halloween so just go with it.) From early conversations dissecting great battle scenes with her father… to attending film school… to directing commercials… to founding her own production company… to directing her first feature (the micro budget science fiction film IMITATION GIRL – available now!)… to new methods of distribution… Natasha is creating her own opportunities and carving out her own unique path in her own way.

THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 3rd annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue will take place Friday December 14th through Sunday December 16th! Mark your calendars, stock up on sleep, and start saving up to help Arwen and the boys save some more dogs’ lives this Christmas! We’re staying awake so that they don’t get out to sleep.

Did you miss this year’s 20th annual ArieScope Halloween short film? Well, watch Adam undergo a short film INTERVENTION free on www.ArieScope.com today! While you’re there pick up the first 5 years of this podcast with THE MOVIE CRYPT “VAULT” in the on-line store! Our first 200 episodes contain well over 500 hours of conversations with artists like Chris Columbus, John Landis, Slash, Joe Dante, Penelope Spheeris, Dee Snider, Jordan Peele, Kane Hodder, Joe Carnahan, Danielle Harris, Henry Rollins, Greg Nicotero, and so many more CAN’T MISS episodes!

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Ep 283: Jim Hosking Nov 05, 2018

Filmmaker Jim Hosking (THE GREASY STRANGLER, AN EVENING WITH BEVERLY LUFF LINN) flies all the way over from London just to pet Arwen and share his career journey with Adam and Joe! (OK, maybe he had some other stuff to do while he was in town but stopping by THE MOVIE CRYPT was definitely high up there on Jim’s list of important things to do while in LA!) From working on promos for MTV in NYC… to making short films and commercials… to contributing to the ABC’s OF DEATH anthology… to making his feature debut with the absolutely insane GREASY STRANGLER… to the release of his latest film AN EVENING WITH BEVERLY LUFF LINN (now playing!!!), Jim has established himself as one of the most unique storytellers working today. Dr. Arwen discusses movie posters/key art in her “Hollywood Therapy” session, your “Viewer Mail” is answered at length, and Jim proves that it is indeed still possible to get completely original visions made and distributed in an age where the industry is living in fear of offending someone.

THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 3rd annual 48-hour LIVE marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue is coming Friday December 14th through Sunday December 16th! Mark your calendars, stock up on sleep, and start saving up to help Arwen and the boys save some dogs this Christmas! We’re staying awake so that they don’t get out to sleep.

Own the first 5 years of THE MOVIE CRYPT with “THE VAULT” in the on-line store at www.ariescope.com! Our first 200 episodes contain well over 500 hours of conversations with artists like Chris Columbus, John Landis, Slash, Joe Dante, Penelope Spheeris, Dee Snider, Jordan Peele, Kane Hodder, Joe Carnahan, Danielle Harris, Henry Rollins, Greg Nicotero, and so many more CAN’T MISS episodes!

Join our “Crypt Keeper” community at www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt and start enjoying bonus monthly commentaries, Adam & Joe’s monthly “Crypt Picks” videos, extra weeklyepisodes of “Classic Crypt,” monthly LIVE episodes, the holy “Cult of Arwen,” and more!

Ep 282: ArieScope's 20th Anniversary Oct 29, 2018

ArieScope Pictures (the HATCHET franchise, 2010’s FROZEN, TV’s HOLLISTON, this podcast, and more) turns 20 years old this month! With 10 theatrical feature films, 2 seasons of a television show, a record label, a published novel, several popular comic series’, and well over 100 shorts films/web series episodes under their belt … ArieScope has become a leader of the indie genre scene over the last two decades. In this episode, co-founder/ cinematographer Will Barratt (FROZEN, DIGGING UP THE MAROW) and director Sean Becker (HOLLISTON, Adam Green’s SCARY SLEEPOVER) join Adam, Joe, and Arwen to take a candid look back over the production studio’s long history as they discuss how they have stayed together and survived the constantly changing Hollywood industry. Dr. Arwen dishes out some sound “Hollywood Therapy” and your “Viewer Mail” is answered in this super candid episode that’s geared towards those who want to create their own world and not just go through their careers hoping to someday land a job opportunity in someone else’s. The 20th annual ArieScope Halloween short film (THE INTERVENTION) is now playing FREE on www.ArieScope.com and on ArieScope’s YouTube Channel! Get caught up on the first 5 years of THE MOVIE CRYPT with “THE VAULT” in the on-line store at www.ariescope.com! The 200 episodes contain well over 500 hours of conversations with artists like Chris Columbus, John Landis, Slash, Joe Dante, Penelope Spheeris, Dee Snider, Jordan Peele, Kane Hodder, Joe Carnahan, Danielle Harris, Henry Rollins, Greg Nicotero, and so many more! It’s literally film school in a podcast! Join our “Crypt Keeper” community at www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt and start enjoying bonus monthly commentaries, Adam & Joe’s monthly “Crypt Picks” videos, extra weeklyepisodes of “Classic Crypt,” monthly LIVE episodes, the holy “Cult of Arwen,” and more!

Ep 280: Jonas Akerlund Oct 15, 2018

Director Jonas Akerlund (SPUN, LORDS OF CHAOS) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his amazing career in music videos, international commercials, and feature films. From MADONNA to METALLICA to U2 to LADY GAGA… Akerlund has created visionary music videos for some of the world’s most iconic acts. He’s brought his same unique visual style to his various features including his latest, the beautifully grim and heartfelt LORDS OF CHAOS which is currently touring festivals around the world. Who are Jonas’ favorite artists to work with? Did PRODIGY’S iconic “Smack My Bitch Up” video really almost wind up in the trash? How did Jonas adapt and survive when MTV and the internet all but leveled the once booming music industry? Dr. Arwen dishes out marital advice in this week’s “Hollywood Therapy” segment, your “Viewer Mail” is answered, and the dates for this December’s 3rd annual 48-Hour LIVE marathon to benefit “Save A Yorkie Rescue” are announced!

Get caught up on every episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT you may have missed with “THE VAULT” in the on-line store at www.ariescope.com! The 200 episodes contain well over 500 hours of conversations with artists like Chris Columbus, John Landis, Slash, Joe Dante, Penelope Spheeris, Dee Snider, Jordan Peele, Kane Hodder, Joe Carnahan, Danielle Harris, Henry Rollins, Greg Nicotero, and more! It’s literally film school in a podcast!

Join our “Crypt Keeper” community at www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt to start enjoying bonus monthly commentaries, Adam & Joe’s monthly “Crypt Picks” videos, extra weeklyepisodes of “Classic Crypt,” monthly LIVE episodes, the holy “Cult of Arwen,” and more!

Ep 279: William Lustig Oct 08, 2018

Director William Lustig (MANIAC, MANIAC COP 2) shares his career journey and industry insight with Adam, Joe, and Arwen in this episode that we only wish could have gone on for another 3 hours! From dropping out of High School… to working on the set of adult films… to directing one of the most beloved horror films of all time (MANIAC – which even Martin Scorsese requested a copy of for his own personal collection!)… to creating his own distribution label (Blue Underground) with the sole purpose of introducing audiences to the arthe loves… Lustig has seen and done it all! Dr. Arwen discusses using real-life inspiration in your writing in her “Hollywood Therapy” segment, the guys answer as much of your fantastic “Viewer Mail” as they can get to, and we all learn some awesome trivia about Tom Savini’s iconic “shotgun windshield blast” and the correlation between MANIAC and FLASHDANCE in these massively entertaining 2+ hours that fly by faster than a bird with crystal plumage. (See what we did there?)

With the 20th annual ArieScope Halloween short film mere days away from premiering, watch the new feature-length documentary “FOR THE LOVE OF HALLOWEEN: Celebrating 20 Years of ArieScope Halloween Shorts” and get caught up on the stories behind two decades of Adam and company’s annual tradition! It’s streaming FREE on www.ArieScope.com and on ArieScope’s YouTube channel… and it will surely inspire you to grab a camera, build your own film family, and start taking on the world TODAY!

Get caught up on every episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT you may have missed with “THE VAULT” in the on-line store at www.ariescope.com! The 200 episodes contain well over 500 hours of conversations with artists like Chris Columbus, John Landis, Slash, Joe Dante, Penelope Spheeris, Dee Snider, Jordan Peele, Kane Hodder, Joe Carnahan, Danielle Harris, Henry Rollins, Greg Nicotero, and more! It’s literally audio film school!

Join our “Crypt Keeper” community at www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt to start enjoying bonus monthly commentaries, Adam & Joe’s monthly “Crypt Picks” videos, extra weeklyepisodes of “Classic Crypt,” monthly LIVE episodes, the holy “Cult of Arwen,” and more!

Ep 278: Freddy Waff Oct 01, 2018

Joe Lynch makes his triumphant return to THE MOVIE CRYPT and brings Production Designer Freddy Waff (POINT BLANK, BONE TOMAHAWK, STRANGERS 2) with him. From a brief turn at the stage… to pretending to know how to drive a 5-ton truck… to working his way up through all positions of the art department in films like CAST AWAY, SPIDER-MAN, and THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON… to becoming a full-fledged Production Designer on EVIDENCE, BRAWL IN CELL BLOCK 99, and more (including Lynch’s latest POINT BLANK)… Freddy’s conversation with Arwen and the boys is an incredibly fun ride! Dr. Arwen discusses film festivals in “Hollywood Therapy,” your terrific “Viewer Mail” is answered, and Adam invents a new Podcast-Podcast Award that doesn’t exist.

Watch the new feature-length documentary “FOR THE LOVE OF HALLOWEEN: Celebrating 20 Years of ArieScope Halloween Shorts” as you get ready for this year’s 20thannual ArieScope Halloween Short to drop in just a matter of days! It’s streaming FREE on ArieScope.com and on ArieScope’s YouTube channel!

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Join our “Crypt Keeper” community at www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCryptto start enjoying bonus monthly commentaries, Adam & Joe’s monthly “Crypt Picks” videos, extra weeklyepisodes of “Classic Crypt,” monthly LIVE episodes, the holy “Cult of Arwen,” and more!

Ep 277: Nick Giovannetti Sep 24, 2018

Writer Nick Giovannetti (FAR CRY 5, JUST CAUSE 4, Marvel’s DEADPOOL comics) shares his career journey with Adam and Arwen in this super-sized episode. From (accidentally) getting a PA job on CHASING AMY… to finding himself touring with INSANE CLOWN POSSE and undergoing the shortest “chaining ceremony” in hip hop history… to breaking into comics and video games… Nick’s path through the entertainment industry has been anything but ordinary and he’s got the candid anecdotes to prove it! Dr. Arwen gives some great “Hollywood Therapy,” your “Viewer Mail” is answered, and Joe Lynch checks in with his “Point Report.”

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Join our “Crypt Keeper” community at www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt to start enjoying bonus monthly commentaries, Adam & Joe’s monthly “Crypt Picks” videos, extra weeklyepisodes of “Classic Crypt,” monthly LIVE episodes, the holy “Cult of Arwen,” and more!

Ep 276: Jason Charles Miller Returns! Sep 17, 2018

Musician/host Jason Charles Miller (GODHEAD, STARTER KIT) and his guitar return to serenade Adam and Arwen with live music and stories! Over the last two and a half years since he last recorded an episode with us Jason has performed live on both 48-Hour “Save The Yorkies” marathons… taught thousands how to play Dungeons & Dragons and other role playing games… sang the National Anthem before a major league baseball game at PetCo Park… and released his new record “In The Wasteland.” Our Crypt Keepers receive some “Hollywood Therapy” from Dr. Arwen, answers are given in “Viewer Mail,” Joe Lynch checks in with another “Point Report,” and Jason shares THREE songs from his new record- one of which is performed live in the studio!

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Ep 275: Thomas Lennon Sep 10, 2018

Actor/writer/producer/director/author Thomas Lennon (NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM, RENO 911, THE STATE, BAD TEACHER) joins Adam and Arwen to discuss his career journey, navigating the Hollywood studio system, and his latest film PUPPET MASTER: THE LITTLEST REICH. Including some amazing stories about pitches gone wrong, advice on how to keep moving forward even when feeling consistently set back, important lessons Tom has learned while in the industry trenches, and details about Tom’s new book RONAN BOYLE AND THE BRIDGE OF RIDDLES…this episode is some serious “bucket list” stuff for Adam 25 years in the making. Dr. Arwen prescribes some very serious “Hollywood Therapy,” Tom answers your excellent “Viewer Mail,” and Joe checks in from the set of POINT BLANK.

Check out the documentary FOR THE LOVE OF HALLOWEEN now playing free on www.ArieScope.com and celebrate 20 years of ArieScope Halloween short films as you get ready for next month’s short to drop! While you’re there pick up THE MOVIE CRYPT “VAULT” in the on-line store! Featuring over 500 hours of conversations with artists like Chris Columbus, John Landis, Slash, Joe Dante, Penelope Spheeris, Dee Snider, Jordan Peele, Kane Hodder, Danielle Harris, David Wain, Henry Rollins, Greg Nicotero, and more… the “VAULT” is literally your one stop audio film school! If you haven’t heard the original 200 star-studded episodes that made THE MOVIE CRYPT one of the most popular entertainment podcasts on the internet then what are you waiting for?

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Ep 274: Brian Quinn Returns! Sep 03, 2018

Actor/Comedian Brian Quinn (VICTOR CROWLEY, TruTV’s IMPRACTICAL JOKERS, TELL EM STEVE DAVE Podcast) makes his triumphant return to THE MOVIE CRYPT and discusses all that he’s been up to since first doing the program exactly 2 years ago. From the top secret making of VICTOR CROWLEY and what it was like for Q to play a main role in his first feature film… to selling out arenas around the world on tour with the IMPRACTICAL JOKERS’ live shows… to the hard work and joy that make up the JOKERS’ cruise… to Q’s upcoming new comic… to making the JOKERS’ movie (coming next summer)… Q’s certainly been busy. Since time was limited, Dr. Arwen sits out “Hollywood Therapy” this week but Joe still checks in with a special report from the set of POINT BLANK, your “Viewer Mail” gets answered, and Q promises to come back again for a full 3-hour episode in the future.

You can hear Q’s first appearance on THE MOVIE CRYPT (Episode 166 which premiered on 7/25/16) by picking up “THE VAULT” in the on-line store at www.ariescope.com! Featuring over 500 hours of conversations with artists like Chris Columbus, John Landis, Slash, Joe Dante, Penelope Spheeris, Dee Snider, Jordan Peele, Kane Hodder, Danielle Harris, Henry Rollins, Greg Nicotero, and more… “THE VAULT” is literally audio film school. If you haven’t heard the original 200 star-studded episodes that made THE MOVIE CRYPT one of the most popular entertainment podcasts on the internet then what are you waiting for?

Join our “Crypt Keeper” community at www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt to start enjoying bonus monthly commentaries, Adam & Joe’s monthly “Crypt Picks” videos, extra weeklyepisodes of “Classic Crypt,” monthly LIVE episodes, the holy “Cult of Arwen,” and more!

Ep. 273: Road Kill Super Star Aug 27, 2018

The three-headed filmmaker that is “Road Kill Super Star” (TURBO KID, SUMMER OF ‘84) join Adam and Arwen for one truly remarkable conversation. From making short films together for fun… to their (now beloved) short T IS FOR TURBO notbeing accepted into the ABC’s OF DEATH competition… to turning that rejection into one of the most memorable feature films of this last decade… to the making of their latest film SUMMER OF ’84 (now playing!)… to explaining how they expertly manage to co-direct with THREE directors (?!)… Anouk Whissell, François Simard, and Yoann-Karl Whissell will surely inspire you to stop talking about your dreams and start living them. Dr. Arwen gets hit with one of the most challenging “Hollywood Therapy” questions in her career as a therapist so far, Joe checks in from the set of POINT BLANK, and ketchup gets added to mac & cheese by the 32 ounce bottle in this episode that was imported from Canada.

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Join our “Crypt Keeper” community at www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt to start enjoying bonus monthly commentaries, Adam & Joe’s monthly “Crypt Picks” videos, extra weeklyepisodes of “Classic Crypt,” monthly LIVE episodes, the holy “Cult of Arwen,” and more!

Ep 272: James Murray Aug 20, 2018

James Murray (“Murr” from TruTV’s IMPRACTICAL JOKERS) sits down with Adam and Arwen to discuss his career journey from college English major… to production company executive… to co-creator/co-star of one of the funniest shows on television… to headlining arenas around the world… to author of the fantastic new horror novel AWAKENED. Dr. Arwen prescribes her “Hollywood Therapy,” Murr answers your “Viewer Mail,” and Joe checks in from the set of POINT BLANK in this phenomenal episode that will surely inspire you to keep getting back up each time life knocks you down.

The first 200 episodes of THE MOVIE CRYPT are available in “THE VAULT” in the on-line store at www.ariescope.com. The first 4.5 years of this podcast include over 500 hours of legendary conversations with artists like Chris Columbus, John Landis, Slash, Joe Dante, Penelope Spheeris, Dee Snider, Jordan Peele, Kane Hodder, Danielle Harris, Henry Rollins, Greg Nicotero, and more!

Join our “Crypt Keeper” community at www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt to start enjoying bonus monthly commentaries, Adam & Joe’s monthly “Crypt Picks” videos, extra weeklyepisodes of “Classic Crypt,” monthly LIVE episodes, the holy “Cult of Arwen,” and more!

Ep 271: Joe Knetter Aug 13, 2018

Author Joe Knetter (VILE BEAUTY, ZOMBIE BUKKAKE) sits down with Adam and Arwen to share his life story and things get more personal than JAWS... … … THE REVENGE. From growing up in Minnesota with a mind that didn’t fit in with the norm... to being so discouraged after his first creative writing attempt that it would be years before he attempted to write again… to the honest truth about “making a living” as a writer… to becoming part of the HATCHET universe in co-writing I, SURVIVOR with Adam Green… to an absolutely heartbreaking revelation about his father… there’s a good reason why this is one of our longer episodes. Joe Lynch checks in with the very first “Point Report,” Dr. Arwen dishes her signature “Hollywood Therapy,” and your “Viewer Mail” gets answers.

Order your copy of I, SURVIVOR now from www.ariescope.com. The book comes out August 31st through ArieScope but will also be available through Amazon and Barnes And Noble on-line later in September.

Get the first 200 episodes of THE MOVIE CRYPT with “THE VAULT” in the on-line store at www.ariescope.com. Featuring over 500 hours of legendary conversations with artists like Chris Columbus, John Landis, Slash, Joe Dante, Penelope Spheeris, Jordan Peele, Henry Rollins, Greg Nicotero, Kane Hodder, Danielle Harris, Sid Haig, and more… our first 4.5 years are not to be missed!

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Ep 270: Andrew Yong Aug 06, 2018

Last year Andrew Yong sat down with Adam Green for this in-depth interview about his book I, SURVIVOR, however due to the publisher’s demands the episode had to be held back from airing until the book’s formal release. The lone survivor of the horrific 2007 “Honey Island Swamp Massacre,” Yong stood accused of viciously murdering over 40 people in the New Orleans bayou in his now infamous trial. Standing by his testimony that it was in fact “Victor Crowley” (an urban legend / local ghost story in Louisiana) who butchered the innocent victims, it seemed that Yong was surely facing the death penalty until the jury miraculously found him innocent and exonerated him from the heinous crimes. Listen as Yong discusses the writing of his tell-all book and relives his terrifying encounter with “Victor Crowley” that was really only the beginning of the hell his life would become. For fans of Green’s HATCHET franchise this tie-in podcast episode is like one giant bonus feature for VICTOR CROWLEY (HATCHET 4) as the characters of “Andrew Yong” and his publicist “Kathleen” cross over into the real world on THE MOVIE CRYPT. Trust us, this is one episode that you’re going to want to re-visit some day down the carefully paved road ahead! Order your copy of I, SURVIVOR today on ArieScope.com. Get the first 200 episodes of THE MOVIE CRYPT with “THE VAULT” in the on-line store at www.ariescope.com. Featuring over 500 hours of legendary conversations with artists like Chris Columbus, John Landis, Slash, Joe Dante, Penelope Spheeris, Jordan Peele, Henry Rollins, Greg Nicotero, and more… our first 4.5 years are not to be missed! Join our “Crypt Keeper” community at www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCryptand start enjoying bonus monthly commentaries, Adam & Joe’s monthly “Crypt Picks” videos, extra weeklyepisodes of “Classic Crypt,” monthly LIVE episodes, the holy “Cult of Arwen,” and more!

Ep 269: Adam G. Simon Jul 30, 2018

Writer/actor Adam G. Simon (MAN DOWN, the upcoming remake of THE RAID) shares his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen in this truly inspiring episode. From school plays... to learning screenwriting from a copy of the script for LABRYNTH… to doing personal security for the high powered rich and famous… to finding himself divorced and homeless… to writing big Hollywood action films… Adam pulls no punches! Dr. Arwen gives out her “Hollywood Therapy,” your “Viewer Mail” receives answers, and Lynch and Simon dish some first details about the new film they're working on together.

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Ep 268: Ronnie Hobbs Jul 23, 2018

Game developer/producer Ronnie Hobbs (FRIDAY THE 13TH: THE GAME) takes Adam, Joe, and Arwen to video game “Summer Camp!” From pitching a slam-dunk game/title only to have all of the major gaming companies foolishly pass on it... to the trials and tribulations of crowd-funding such a massive endeavor… to the growing pains of releasing something so technically involved… to going above and beyond by releasing new content and further expanding on a game that had already won over most fans… to the current lawsuit in the FRIDAY THE 13THcamp that suddenly stopped all future plans with the game (even though the game is merely an innocent casualty in the legal war for Jason)… this episode is your survival course in game developing. Dr. Arwen prescribes her “Hollywood Therapy,” your “Viewer Mail” receives answers, and the guys explain how the ArieScope studio got trashed (no, it wasn’t because someone called Arwen “Sophie”) in this episode that will have you earning double XP for 2 full hours.

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Ep 267: Travis Zariwny Jul 16, 2018

Filmmaker Travis Zariwny (CABIN FEVER 2016, THE MIDNIGHT MAN) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career path so far. (DO NOT MISS THE LAST FEW MINUTES OF THIS ONE!) From the camera department… to working for years as a production designer on films and television shows (including many of our own ArieScope productions like SPIRAL, CHILLERAMA, HOLLISTON Seasons 1 & 2, HATCHET 3, and DIGGING UP THE MARROW)… to making the move to the director’s chair with SCAVANGERS, INTRUDER, the remake of CABIN FEVER, THE MIDNIGHT MAN, and his current feature (now in production)… Travis has not only done it all but he’s got some incredibly zen philosophies on how to deal with the hurdles we all face. Dr. Arwen gives out some helpful “Hollywood Therapy,” your “Viewer Mail” gets answered, and Joe learns the hard way not to call Arwen names.

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Ep 266: Paul Davis Jul 09, 2018

Filmmaker Paul Davis (SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY, BEWARE THE MOON: REMEMBERING ‘AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON’, INTO THE DARK) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey thus far. From writing for HORROR HOUND magazine… to making the definitive documentary film about AMERICAN WEREWOLF… to directing numerous short films… to playing a creature in DOCTOR WHO… to keeping his head up during years and years of empty promises and false starts… to playing a Wookiee in SOLO… to having just wrapped his very first narrative feature for Blumhouse… Paul is living proof of “hanging in there for one more day” and a perfect example of picking yourself back up and continuing to move forward. Dr. Arwen gives out two heaping doses of “Hollywood Therapy,” your “Viewer Mail” gets answers, Paul does some fantastic impressions, and Adam and Joe pretend to try cocaine in this terrific episode that’s quite literally three old friends sitting down over a spot of tea and having a laugh.

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Ep 265: Roger Corman Jul 02, 2018

The legendary Roger Corman (THE LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, THE WILD ANGELS, PIT AND THE PENDULUM, HOUSE OF USHER, THE INTRUDER) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for a 4thof July spectacular! From the countless artists that Mr. Corman discovered, mentored, and/or gave a first shot to (Jack Nicholson, Martin Scorsese, Francis Ford Coppola, James Cameron, Pam Grier, Ron Howard, Joe Dante, etc)… to the whopping 400+ films he has made to date… to being the true trail blazer of the independent spirit… without Mr. Corman Hollywood would be an incredibly different place as we know it. And that’s without him ever even wanting or needing “Hollywood’s” acceptance or acknowledgement! You want to talk “Do It Yourself?” Well, look no further than the man who has done it all his way, on his terms, and on budgets/schedules that put the rest of us to shame.

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Ep 264: Cleopatra Coleman Jun 25, 2018

Actress and writer Cleopatra Coleman (FOX’s THE LAST MAN ON EARTH, HOVER, STEP UP REVOLUTION) delivers one of Adam, Joe, and Arwen’s most favorite episodes of THE MOVIE CRYPT yet! From an aspiring multi-racial and one-of-a-kind actress growing up in Australia… to landing her first national commercial… to moving to Los Angeles and coming so close (again and again and again) to booking life/career-changing roles only to be passed on because of her unique look… to joining Will Forte’s beautifully crazy “apocalypse family” on FOX’s LAST MAN ON EARTH… to taking her life into her own hands and writing/acting in the incredible science fiction film HOVER (out this week!)… if you’re not inspired by Cleopatra to take on the world by the end of this conversation then you weren’t listening! Dr. Arwen prescribes “Hollywood Therapy” that everyone can benefit from, our beloved Patreon supporters have their “Viewer Mail” questions answered, and Cleopatra gives some of the best advice for hanging in there that you’re ever bound to hear.

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Ep 263: Simon Barrett Jun 18, 2018

Screenwriter Simon Barrett (THE GUEST, YOU’RE NEXT, BLAIR WITCH) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for an incredibly humble and honest episode that details his long journey from aspiring filmmaker to screenwriter to one of today’s most exciting cinematic voices. From his first produced screenplay DEAD BIRDS and all he learned on that production… to joining forces with director Adam Wingard and making something out of nothing with A HORRIBLE WAY TO DIE… to changing their own game with the double punch of YOU’RE NEXT and THE GUEST… to long waits, regime changes, and sheer bad luck… to the incredible journey through the Burkittsville forest with BLAIR WITCH… this is one hell of a conversation for your ears! Dr. Arwen prescribes her “Hollywood Therapy,” our Patreon supporters get answers to their “Viewer Mail” questions, and Simon drops a bomb on Adam and Joe with his parting words.

IMPORTANT: As mentioned at the end of this episode, our friend and CHILLERAMA star Anton Troy needs our help after being stabbed multiple times in his head, face, and neck during a random attack last month. Please visit https://www.gofundme.com/anton-troy-recovery-fund for more details and to contribute whatever you can. Thank you!

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Ep 262: Srdjan Spasojevic Jun 11, 2018

Srdjan Spasojevic, the filmmaker behind one of the most controversial films ever made (2010’s A SERBIAN FILM), joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for a wonderfully candid and honest conversation about his career journey so far. From a child growing up in Serbia with only two TV channels and limited access to films… to a teenager with newfound access to video stores and a love for Chuck Norris… to making short films while studying at university… to having his first feature film thrown out of post-house after post-house due to its shocking and boundary pushing content… to releasing what would become the most notorious film of modern time (banned/rejected in at least 46 countries that we know of)… Srdjan has lived through an experience like no other. Listen as the three filmmakers discuss Srdjan’s difficult path and the many hurdles he has faced while refusing to compromise his art. Dr. Arwen prescribes a special marital edition of “Hollywood Therapy,” our Patreon supporters get answers to their “Viewer Mail” questions, and the mysterious curtain that has been surrounding this controversial filmmaker is publicly pulled back to reveal the incredibly kind and talented man behind the notoriety. No matter what your opinion of A SERBIAN FILM may be we’re confident that once you meet the man behind the controversy you’ll respect him just as much as Adam, Joe, and Arwen do.

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Ep 261: Marshall Harvey Jun 04, 2018

Editor Marshall Harvey (THE ‘BURBS, SMALL SOLDIERS, MATINEE, LAKE PLACID) discusses his tightly paced, well-timed, and L-cut filled career journey from film school student to the editor of some of the most classic films of our time. Fans of THE ‘BURBS and LOONEY TUNES: BACK IN ACTION are especially in for an Arwen-level treat as Marshall shares behind the scenes stories about the making of both films (and many more)! Dr. Arwen dishes out her “Hollywood Therapy,” our supporters have their “Viewer Mail” questions answered, and Adam and Joe discuss the incredible live orchestra screening of KILLER KLOWNS FROM OUTER SPACE that they attended the night before this recording.

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Ep 260: Jacob Gentry May 28, 2018

Filmmaker Jacob Gentry (THE SIGNAL, SYNCHRONICITY) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen for an amazing discussion about his journey from a child recording his own “podcasts” (decades before podcasts were even a thing) to one of our generation’s most unique and exciting voices in filmmaking. From technical geekery (you won’t believe what other film the Panavision lenses were used for on one of Jacob’s first projects!), to the potential pitfalls of festival hype, to dealing with the internet’s rotten anonymous haters, to the “contract” that every film’s marketing materials create with an audience… this is a raw and honest conversation that many aspiring and working filmmakers out there will relate to and benefit from. Dr. Arwen prescribes her famous “Hollywood Therapy,” your “Viewer Mail” questions are answered, and the boys make a date to watch 12 FEET DEEP together.

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Ep 259: GJ Echternkamp May 21, 2018

Filmmaker GJ Echternkamp (DEATH RACE 2050, VIRTUALLY HEROES) discusses his career with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From a commercial actor… to an editor and director… to working for Roger Corman… to remaking his own narrative feature about his family as a real life documentary about his own family (FRANK AND CINDY), GJ’s path has been incredibly unique. Dr. Arwen prescribes some “Hollywood Therapy,” your “Viewer Mail” questions receive answers, and Adam can’t even finish typing out this description because he’s got the new STAR WARS “Y-Wing” Lego set to build – so, whatever…. YOUfinish it.

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Ep 258: Rusty Cundieff May 14, 2018

Filmmaker Rusty Cundieff (TALES FROM THE HOOD, FEAR OF A BLACK HAT, CHAPELLE’S SHOW) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his journey from a religious studies major… to becoming an actor… to working with greats like Spike Lee and Robert Townsend… to writing HOUSE PARTY 2… to writing and directing FEAR OF A BLACK HAT (you’ll love hearing who in Hollywood is a fan of “Booty Juice!”)… to consistently working as a director in both film and television. Dr. Arwen prescribes the answers to your “Hollywood Therapy” questions, your “Viewer Mail” is answered, and you’ll want to get caught in a SAW-style trap before ever having sinus surgery after hearing this terrific and brutally candid episode that pulls no punches.

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Ep 257: Tyler MacIntyre May 07, 2018

Filmmaker Tyler MacIntyre (TRAGEDY GIRLS, PATCHWORK) shares his career journey from a young Canadian movie fan to making one of themost talked about genre films of last year. From the merits of having studied psychology… to becoming an editor first… to turning a short film into a feature with PATCHWORK… to the pressure that came with critics hailing TRAGEDY GIRLS as “the next HEATHERS”… to whether or not Tyler puts ketchup on his “Kraft Dinner” like his Canadian brethren… Adam, Joe, and Arwen get to the bottom of everythingin this wicked, wicked fun episode.

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Ep 256: Amanda Wyss Apr 30, 2018

Arwen wakes up from a nightmare on Movie Crypt Street when actress Amanda Wyss (FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH, BETTER OFF DEAD, A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET) stops by the ArieScope studio to share her career journey. From falling in love with CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG as a child… to finding her calling as an actress… to commercial acting… to performing one of the most iconic and technically ambitious death sequences in the history of cinema… to evading a horny baboon on the set of SHAKMA (a story you’ve just got to hear!)… Adam and Joe dive deep into Amanda’s long career on both the big and the small screen. Our beloved Crypt Keepers have their “Viewer Mail” answered and you’ll all be feeling better after this week’s round of “Hollywood Therapy” with Dr. Arwen.

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Ep 255: Alexandre Philippe Apr 23, 2018

The boys document filmmaker Alexandre Philippe (78/52: HITCHCOCK’S SHOWER SCENE, THE PEOPLE VS. GEORGE LUCAS) and his career journey so far. From making narrative short films to becoming one of the most renowned documentary filmmakers working today… to what goes into making a good documentary… to staying objective of the subject matter… to learning from mistakes made with such crucial steps as selecting a sales agent… you can learn a ton from an artists like Alexandre in regards to documentary filmmaking! The boys debate STAR WARS, your “Viewer Mail” is answered, and Dr. Arwen prescribes “Hollywood Therapy” for making the most out of a film festival experience and how to deal with a combative co-worker.

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Ep 254: Nicki Micheaux Apr 16, 2018

Actress Nicki Micheaux (LOWLIFE, THE SHIELD, LINCOLN HEIGHTS) discusses her career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From making the choice to pursue acting fulltime after almost dying in a car accident… to her process of preparing for a role… to continuing to create her own passion projects… to raising two children while consistently working as an actress… Nicki’s drive will have you wondering what you’ve accomplished this week and inspire you to work a little harder. Your “Viewer Mail” is answered, Dr. Arwen prescribes her special “Hollywood Therapy,” and Adam opens up about his fears over where our world is heading.

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Ep 253: Ami Canaan Mann Apr 09, 2018

Filmmaker Ami Canaan Mann (SNEAKY PETE, TEXAS KILLING FIELDS, THE BLACKLIST) shares her career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From her first job working in the art department… to writing her way into a shot at directing for television… to the incredible amount of prep that went into TEXAS KILLING FIELDS and honoring the real life victims that the film is based on… Ami is a shining example of an artist working consistently in both mediums- TV and film. Your “Viewer Mail” is answered, Dr. Arwen prescribes her special “Hollywood Therapy,” and the boys remember their friend Dave Brockie on the 4th anniversary of his death.

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Ep 252: J.T. Petty Apr 02, 2018

Filmmaker JT Petty (THE BURROWERS, S&MAN, MIMIC: SENTINEL) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen and shares his career journey thus far. From getting worldwide distribution for his senior thesis film (SOFT FOR DIGGING)… to leaping right into the studio world with his entry in the MIMIC franchise… to writing huge video games like THE WALKING DEAD and OUTLAST… JT’s already accomplished so much and he’s only getting started. Your “Viewer Mail” is answered and Dr. Arwen prescribes her signature advice in everyone’s favorite segment of the program “Hollywood Therapy.”

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Ep 251: Dallas Sonnier Mar 26, 2018

Producer Dallas Sonnier (BRAWL IN CELL BLOCK 99, BONE TOMAHAWK) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career in cinema. Starting out with a love for his local video store’s horror genre section, Dallas followed his calling to Hollywood where he would become a talent manager, develop his skill set into that of a producer, and is now responsible for the resurrection of FANGORIA magazine. A rare breed of producer who believes whole heartedly in the talent he chooses to work with, by the end of these two hours Dallas will surely have you convinced that the entertainment industry isn’t such a bad place after all. If your genre loving spirit isn’t soring by the end of this conversation then you just might be one of the living dead! Dallas answers your “Viewer Mail,” Dr. Arwen prescribes her “Hollywood Therapy,” and the boys have their faith in horror fandom restored in this incredibly inspiring episode.

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Ep 250: Savage Steve Holland Mar 19, 2018

For THE MOVIE CRYPT’s milestone 250th episode Adam, Joe, and Arwen are joined by one of their idols- filmmaker Savage Steve Holland (BETTER OFF DEAD, ONE CRAZY SUMMER). Prepare for some serious geeking out and hardcore “car waxing” as the boys discuss Savage’s long career in film and television! They dive deep into the films that shaped their childhood, Steve shares terrific behind the scenes stories from the making of his classic films, your “Viewer Mail” is answered, Dr. Arwen prescribes some much needed “Hollywood Therapy,” and a beloved segment from THE MOVIE CRYPT’s past is resurrected in this incredibly enjoyable episode that will have you grinning with joy.

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Ep 249: Alex Essoe Mar 12, 2018

Actress Alex Essoe (STARRY EYES, TALES OF HALLOWEEN) shares her career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From growing up in Saudi Arabia and moving to Vancouver where she would begin her career in modeling… to leaving on her own for Los Angeles where she would eventually land the role of “Sarah” in STARRY EYES and deliver one of the most exceptional and fearless performances you’ll ever see… to her latest film MIDNIGHTERS (out now!)… Alex has already accomplished so very much and she’s done it all through sheer talent, dedication, and hard work. Alex answers your “Viewer Mail,” Dr. Arwen prescribes her “Hollywood Therapy,” and Adam finds himself stranded and alone 47 meters down.

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Ep 248: Corin Hardy Mar 05, 2018

Filmmaker Corin Hardy (THE HALLOW, THE NUN) discovers the brothers (and sister) he never knew he had as he celebrates movies and metal with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. Be a fly on the podcast wall in the ultimate nerd-out conversation as the boys discuss the movies, music, and moments that showed them their way. Corin shares his love for Harryhausen and stop motion… his memories of first picking up a camera and teaching himself the craft of editing… the joys of directing music videos… his affection for monsters… his terrific experience joining THE CONJURING universe and helming THE NUN (due out July 13th)… and the latest on his upcoming reboot/remake/reimagining/re-whatever-you-want-to-call-it of THE CROW. Our Patreon faithful get some answers for their “Viewer Mail,” Dr. Arwen prescribes her Yorkie “Hollywood Therapy,” and Joe rubs a well-deserved win in Adam’s face.

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Ep 247: Mickey Keating Feb 26, 2018

Filmmaker Mickey Keating (CARNAGE PARK, PSYCHOPATHS) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey so far. With four features under his belt in the last 3 years alone (each one premiering at a major film festival), Mickey is one of the very best examples out there today of an artist finding a way against all odds. From making the absolute most out of a meager budget… to the benefits of working with a skeleton crew… to avoiding trends and creating the kinds of films he wants to see… to the anxiety that surrounds unveiling each film to an audience for the first time... to stepping in front of the cameras as the host of SHUDDER’s original series THE CORE… this episode is an absolute “must hear” for anyone looking to break in to today’s industry. Mickey answers your “Viewer Mail”, the conversation gets extremely personal during Dr. Arwen’s “Hollywood Therapy” segment, and everyone gets a free month of SHUDDER just for listening in this phenomenal episode.

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Ep 246: Tony Gardner Feb 19, 2018

Effects artist extraordinaire Tony Gardner (THE BLOB ’88, EVIL DEAD 2, ALIENS, RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen for an absolutely fascinating conversation about his career in special effects. From make-up… to miniatures… to sculpting… to puppetry… to animatronics… to working with Michael Jackson… Tony has literally done it all and you’ve likely seen more of his incredible creations than he can even remember creating. Hell, it would have taken a full episode just to read off his vast list of credits and amazing accomplishments. “Viewer Mail” is answered, “Hollywood Therapy” is given, and Arwen gives out a free month of SHUDDER to everyone! Who loves you? Arwen loves you, that’s who.

Lynch’s MAYHEM is now streaming exclusively on SHUDDER and Green’s VICTOR CROWLEY is available on every possible home video format in the continental United States! Join our “Crypt Keeper” community on www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt and enjoy awesome bonus monthly commentaries, Adam & Joe’s monthly “Crypt Picks” videos, and special LIVE episodes in return for helping to keep this weekly podcast going. Even just $1.00 a month makes a world of difference!

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Ep 245: Jan-Michael Losada Feb 12, 2018

Cinematographer Jan-Michael Losada (VICTOR CROWLEY, TALES OF HALLOWEEN) discusses his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen as they geek out together over the technical side of making movies. From feeling “lost” as a teenager to falling in love with the art of lighting and making a career for himself in Hollywood… Jan candidly shares the story of how he broke into the world of cinematography. The conversation gets a bit more technical than usual as the boys discuss consumer cameras and apps that anyone at home can use to make their work seem more professional and Adam and Jan dive deep into some of the hurdles they faced shooting VICTOR CROWLEY- including what it was really like for Jan to take over the reigns from HATCHET franchise cinematographer (and life-long Director of Photography for Adam Green) Will Barratt. Our supporters’ receive answers to their “Viewer Mail”, Dr. Arwen dishes her signature “Hollywood Therapy,” and fantastic set-life advice is given in this well framed episode that’s presented in an aspect ratio you’re sure to dig.

Lynch’s MAYHEM and Green’s VICTOR CROWLEY are both now available on home video everywhere in the US! Join our “Crypt Keeper” community on www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt where you’ll enjoy incredible bonus monthly commentaries, Adam & Joe’s monthly “Crypt Picks” videos, and special LIVE episodes on the second Sunday of every month in return for helping to keep this weekly podcast going!

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Ep 244: Kansas City LIVE Feb 05, 2018

On Saturday January 27, 2018 Adam, Joe, and Arwen performed this special live episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT at the Screenland Armour Theater in Kansas City, MO during the 6th annual Panic Fest Film Festival. First up, festival coordinators Adam Roberts and Tim Canton discuss the ins and outs of running a film festival, how they select the features and short films that they screen, and the tight knit film community that exists in Kansas City. Then filmmaker Ted Geoghegan (WE ARE STILL HERE) takes the stage to share his career journey from publicist/screen-writer to full blown director and his experiences completely changing things up with his sophomore effort MOHAWK. Finally, writer/director Ryan Prows joins in to discuss LOWLIFE, his remarkable new film that has been slaying the festival circuit for the past year. The audience receives some much needed “Hollywood Therapy” and Arwen gets a severe case of puppy gas after LADY AND THE TRAMP’ing spicy thai noodles with Joe in this incredibly fun LIVE event!

Green’s VICTOR CROWLEY slashes on to home video in the US starting tomorrow February 6th and Lynch’s MAYHEM is now streaming exclusively on SHUDDER! Listen to the episode to get a promo code for a FREE month of SHUDDER!

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Ep 243: Brian Taylor Jan 29, 2018

Filmmaker Brian Taylor (TV’s HAPPY!, CRANK, MOM AND DAD) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career from film school drop out to the show runner of one of the greatest shows on television today. From an inspirational moment with Sam Raimi… to becoming a cinematographer… to the insanity of making the CRANK films … to dealing with talking imaginary friends in HAPPY!… Brian shares the triumphs and the disappointments that come with living the Hollywood dream. Our Patreon supporters have their “Viewer Mail” answered, Dr. Arwen’s patients receive some “Hollywood Therapy,” and everyone gets a FREE month of Shudder just for listening!

Lynch’s MAYHEM is now on home video in the US (and coming to Shudder next week) and Green’s VICTOR CROWLEY hits home video in the US on February 6th!

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Ep 242: Katie Booth Jan 22, 2018

Actress Katie Booth (VICTOR CROWLEY, TELL ME HOW I DIE) sits down to share her career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From knowing that she wanted to be an actress “since birth”… to growing up in Las Vegas… to the daily grind of being an actress in LA … to landing a pivotal role in a horror franchise she didn’t even know she was auditioning for at the time… Katie discusses the highs, lows, insecurities, and triumphs of making things happen in today’s Hollywood including some very sound final advice that all can take to heart. Our Patreon supporters have their “Viewer Mail” answered, “Hollywood Therapy” is given, and Arwen celebrates receiving her certificate as Adam’s official emotional support animal in this fantastic – spoiler free – episode.

Watch Katie face off against Kane Hodder in VICTOR CROWLEY- available on home video everywhere in the US on February 6th and don’t miss Adam, Joe, and Arwen LIVE in Kansas City this coming weekend when THE MOVIE CRYPT comes to Panic Fest along with Lynch’s MAYHEM and Green’s VICTOR CROWLEY! Get your VIP Meet & Greet passes now at www.ariescope.com!

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Ep 241: MJ Bassett Jan 15, 2018

Filmmaker MJ Bassett (ASH VS EVIL DEAD, SOLOMON KANE, STRIKE BACK) discusses her career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen from originally wanting to become a veterinarian to finding her true calling behind the camera as a storyteller. What are the differences between the entertainment industries in the UK and the US? What has MJ’s experience been like stepping in to direct episodes of popular TV shows? What is it like working with a major studio on a video game adaptation like SILENT HILL? What has the reaction been to MJ’s gender transition within the industry? Our Patreon supporters have their “Viewer Mail” answered and receive some sound advice in Dr. Arwen’s “Hollywood Therapy” session in this candid and informative conversation.

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Don’t miss MOVIE CRYPT LIVE in Kansas City on January 27th and be sure to pre-order your autographed copy of VICTOR CROWLEY (HATCHET 4) on www.ariescope.com before it hits shelves on February 6th!

Ep 240: Peter Atencio Jan 08, 2018

Director Peter Atencio (KEY & PEELE, KEANU, JEAN-CLAUDE VAN JOHNSON) stops by the ArieScope studio to discuss his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen in this fantastic episode that would make even Liam Neesons proud. After a brief discussion about car accidents, Peter’s car receives one hell of a signature Joe Lynch waxing as the boys relate on everything from shooting home movies on VHS… to dealing with studio/network notes… to the end of MTV as we once knew it… to the perils of screening an unfinished film and more! Our beloved Patreon supporters have their “Viewer Mail” answered, Dr. Arwen prescribes her “Hollywood Therapy,” and the boys reveal the city and date for their first live show of 2018.

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Pick-up Lynch’s MAYHEM on DVD and Blu-Ray now and pre-order your autographed copies of Green’s VICTOR CROWLEY (HATCHET 4) on www.ariescope.com before it hits shelves on February 6th!

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Ep 239: Bryan Fuller Jan 01, 2018

Writer/show-runner Bryan Fuller (HANNIBAL, AMERICAN GODS) was one of the highlights from this year's 48-hour live marathon... and now everyone can hear the full 2-hour conversation. How did he get HANNIBAL's extreme and beautifully horrific gore past network standards and practices? How does a show runner map out so many seasons of a show? Is HANNIBAL really over for good? What's happening with the reboot of AMAZING STORIES? You're going to love this conversation almost as much as we love Bryan for taking the time to hang out with us just moments before heading to the premiere of THE LAST JEDI, having incredible taste in footwear (you'll hear), and for being such a great guy that he even made his own very generous donation to "Save A Yorkie Rescue" just minutes after leaving the ArieScope Studio. This man is a saint!

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Ep 238: Christmas / New Beginnings Dec 25, 2017

Adam, Joe, and Arwen say “farewell” to 2017 and “hello” to THE MOVIE CRYPT’s new start in this epic 3-hour Christmas special! Featuring almost 2 hours of holiday letters submitted by the audience, this final episode under the GeekNation banner has it all- from triumph and heartbreak… to laughs and tears. Make sure that you subscribe to THE MOVIE CRYPT’s new independent feed wherever you listen to podcasts so that you don’t miss a single episode moving forward. And check out our brand new list of Patreon rewards on www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt where you can enjoy all kinds of amazing bonus content simply by helping keep this podcast going.

Pick-up Joe’s new film MAYHEM on DVD and Blu-Ray starting tomorrow (December 26th) and pre-order your autographed copies of Adam’s film VICTOR CROWLEY (HATCHET 4) on www.ariescope.com before it hits shelves on February 6th!

Follow everyone on Twitter: @Adam_Fn_Green, @TheJoeLynch and @MovieCrypt.

Ep 237: Liam O'Donnell Dec 17, 2017

Filmmaker Liam O’Donnell (BEYOND SKYLINE) discusses his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From the devastating disappointment Liam felt over the response to 2010’s SKYLINE to taking the helm and striking back harder this year with his directorial debut BEYOND SKYLINE, Liam’s professional determination and passion for science fiction is infectiously inspiring. Dr. Arwen prescribes some “Hollywood Therapy” and Liam answers your “Viewer Mail” questions as the boys majorly geek out together in these extremely candid two hours. BEYOND SKYLINE is out now! Joe’s MAYHEM arrives on DVD and Blu-Ray on December 26th! Adam’s VICTOR CROWLEY (HATCHET 4) arrives on DVD and Blu-Ray early next year! Follow Adam and Joe on Twitter: @Adam_Fn_Green and @TheJoeLynch.

Ep 236: Scream Factory Dec 04, 2017

Jeff Nelson and Cliff Macmillan from Scream Factory (distributor of films like SLITHER, MISERY, ARMY OF DARKNESS, and hundreds of other special edition DVD & BLU-RAY releases) sit down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss the process of special edition releasing. From acquiring Scream Factory’s insane library of titles, to making sure that each disc comes with an array of quality special features, to creating new original poster art for the films... who says that physical media is dead? Dr. Arwen prescribes the Yorkie advice you’re looking for with her “Hollywood Therapy” while Jeff and Cliff answer your “Viewer Mail” questions in this two-disc deluxe special edition episode.

Help Adam, Joe, and Arwen SAVE THE YORKIES! Don’t miss a minute of THE MOVIE CRYPT’s 2nd annual 48-hour live marathon to benefit Save A Yorkie Rescue happening THIS coming weekend (12/8 – 12/10)! The podcast event of the year kicks off on Friday at 5pm PST and goes straight through until Sunday at 5pm PST. You can listen LIVE at www.ariescope.com.

Ep 235: Pasquale Buba Nov 27, 2017

Legendary editor Pasquale Buba has been slicing his way through Hollywood (and a few malls along the way) for over 4 decades. Listen as the boys (and Arwen) sit down with the industry vet for a very funny, very candid talk about his career. Pat details just a few highlights in his career, from the early days in Pittsburgh with Team Romero (find out how his childhood is connected to MARTIN, insane!) to working with auteur Michael Mann on his crime epic HEAT, and of course the geek out continues as they discuss his role as one of the bikers in Romero’s original DAWN OF THE DEAD! (You can almost hear Joe’s head explode numerous times!) Of course, there’s more new info on this year’s 48-hour Move Crypt “Save A Yorkie” Benefit happening Dec 8th-10th, which you can read more details on http://ariescope.com/category/news/ Lynch’s MAYHEM is currently tearing it up on VOD & iTunes and the DVD/BLU/4k edition comes out Dec 26th! Also, the VERY SPECIAL vinyl soundtrack for MAYHEM is currently available at your local record store and at Relapse Records, while the digital version is on iTunes, Spotify and more! More news on Green’s VICTOR CROWLEY will be coming soon! Join our Crypt Keeper community today and help keep these weekly episodes possible: Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt

Ep 234: Mark Duplass Nov 20, 2017

The CREEP 2 gang of filmmakers Mark Duplass (THE ONE I LOVE, THE LEAGUE) Patrick Brice (CREEP, THE OVERNIGHT) and Desiree Akhavan (APPROPRIATE BEHAVIOUR) stopped by the Crypt to discuss their critically acclaimed sequel to the original 2014 film. Joe flies solo this week while Adam was still on tour with VICTOR CROWLEY but it was a lively discussion about the trials of creating a unique spin on the “found footage” genre and then making a sequel that feels just as fresh and new (trust us, they did it!). They also discuss their origins in the film world, the guerrilla-style making of CREEP 2, bringing in another fresh voice in Desiree to stir the pot for ole Peachfuzz and some fun stories on Duplass’s HBO series ROOM 104 which just got renewed for a new season. CREEP 2 is currently on VOD and iTunes and highly recommended! ALSO: More new info on this year’s 48-hour Move Crypt “Save A Yorkie” Benefit happening Dec 8th-10th, which you can read more details on http://ariescope.com/category/news/ DONT FORGET! Lynch’s MAYHEM is currently on VOD & iTunes, support indie filmmaking and check it out! More news on Green’s VICTOR CROWLEY will be coming soon! Join our Crypt Keeper community today and help keep these weekly episodes possible: www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt

Ep 233: Bobby Roe & Zack Andrews Nov 13, 2017

Filmmakers Bobby Roe and Zack Andrews join Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss their journey creating their popular found footage films THE HOUSES OCTOBER BUILT 1 & 2. From pitching a format that was deemed “out of fashion” at the time… to an absolutely terrifying experience filming at an “out of the way haunt”… to the hurdles caused by originally shooting in SD… to purposely choosing notto perform their scheduled Q&A and leave the audience thinkingafter their first screening… to proving that when it’s the rightstory in the righthands- found footage is anything but dead, you’re going to love hearing their story about bringing these two films to life and just how possible it is to find success in doing it all yourself. Dr. Arwen’s “Hollywood Therapy” dishes some advice on how to stay in the game while still waiting for the game to start, Bobby and Zack answer your “Viewer Mail” questions, and Bobby reveals a previous connection to Adam that comes as a complete surprise in this informative and entertaining episode aboutbuildingyour own fate.

Lynch’s MAYHEM is currently playing in select theaters and on VOD while Green is still traversing the country on his theatrical tour with VICTOR CROWLEY! Check www.ariescope.comfor the most updated list of tour dates.

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