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The Movie Crypt

Filmmakers Adam Green (FROZEN, the HATCHET franchise), Joe Lynch (MAYHEM, EVERLY), and Arwen the Yorkie host this inspirational and educational program that offers a fully comprehensive look at the entertainment industry, the artistic process, and the enduring struggle of not giving up on your dreams. By candidly sharing their own trials and tribulations in Hollywood, Adam and Joe create an extremely honest and heartfelt dialogue with their guests. The hilarious, heartbreaking, and therapeutic “artist on artist” conversations focus on each guest’s individual journey and the various hurdles they have personally faced and conquered along the way. With guests ranging from Academy Award winners, entertainment icons, and A-list celebrities… to cinematographers, editors, studio executives, and countless other crucial positions not typically featured in the spotlight, an average episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT offers more insight for navigating the entertainment industry than an entire semester of film school. Hailed by Entertainment Weekly magazine as “one of the top 20 podcasts you should be listening to” [Issue #1345], a new episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT has been released every single Monday without fail since the day the podcast launched on May 6, 2013.

This is an independent podcast that only exists thanks to the support of listeners. To get the FULL version of every new episode without ads every Monday morning simply subscribe to our Patreon for just $1 a month! Our entire catalogue of episodes, access to our monthly LIVE events, and more are all available at: www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt

Latest Episodes:

Ep 494: Alex Phillips Nov 21, 2022

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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