How do you use horror movie special effects effectively? There’s a reason so many indie filmmakers are drawn to the world of horror. Horror is a compelling genre that seeks to tell the truth about the world we occupy, and…
Horror movie effects
The stages of film production
So you want to make a movie, but where do you begin? First, you need to understand the stages of film production. Film production is a long, complicated process, but it can be broken down into five parts: development, pre-production,…
Top 7 Tips for Indie Filmakers
When we first started making indie films, there was a lot we didn’t know. We made mistakes that cost us time and money, learning lessons the hard way left and right. Here, we break down the seven biggest things we…
Interview with a professional actor
We sat down to interview Chris Malcolm, professional actor and star of Biters & Bleeders, an upcoming New 32 horror short. Here’s what he had to say about the production. What first drew you to this production? I think initially…
Interview with a horror screenwriter
Charlie Monroe (they/she) is a writer, actor, podcaster, horror screenwriter, and improviser who has worked a variety of jobs across the Southeast. Professional appearances include the series finale of CBS’s MacGyver (2021), as well as stage performances in the 2018…
