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The Grim and Bloody PodcastIan Liberatore - Director of The Final BoyIt's so common it has to be a running gag now: no matter how many people start off in a haunted house or slasher movie a female always lives. Most times she is the only one. Ian Liberatore is changing this: how about a man lives? Wild right? But wait, there's more. What if he was part of the LGBTQIA+ community? Now we're onto something different.In Final Boy, following a tragic death, a group of six friends spend a weekend in the mountains to celebrate the life of their late friend only to be encountered by...
2025-10-2433 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe Talk Zach Cregger's New Film - Weapons!Weapons (2025) is moving to become Zach Cregger's highest grossing film against the production budget, and for good reason: this movie is solid! Acting, writing, camera work, music, all high quality. John Brolin is showing us what he deserves to be in more serious-minded horror films like this.Zach Cregger's first hit was Barbarian (2022) which did well. Barbarian, like Weapons, follows multiple protagonists in a non-linear format. When it's done well this format is highly-effective in keeping audiences unsettled. Join Kevin Nickelson and Anthony DeRouen as we disucss what happened to the kids in Weapons!
2025-09-0442 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastCaptain Creepy's Tome of Terror!In this episode we talk with Alleb Alberson, Editor in Chief at Captain Creepy. Allen is launching a print publication that will feature horror reviews from new and published authors, news and short stories. He joins Anthony DeRouen, Al Omega and Kevin Nickelson to discuss his inspiration behind the project and what obstacles he's faced along the way. Join us!To learn more about Captain Creepy visit: https://www.captaincreepy.com/https://www.captaincreepy.com/
2025-07-1627 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe Talk Would You Rather with Director David Guy LevyWould You Rather (2012) is billed as a psychological horror thriller starring Brittany Snow and the venerable Jeffrey Combs which outplays its budget, in the sense the film is better than the money put into it. This is a credit to the craftsmanship behind the camera and decision-making with the script. For many this film evokes memories of Ready or Not (2019): a simply child's game inverted into a tale of terror. David Guy Levy 's film has less humor but ratches up the tension and kills.Join Kevin Nickelson and Anthony DeRouen as we talk Would...
2025-04-0346 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastPopeye's Revenge with Director William Stead and Amanda Jane YorkITN Studios is fast developing a name for releasing well-known, lovable public domain characters in horror settings. Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey proved there is an audience out there.In their latest release, Popeye's Revenge, the legend of Popeye haunts a group of councilors as they intend to open a summer camp.Join Anthony DeRouen and Kevin Nickelson as we sit down with director William Stead and actress Amanda Jane York as we talk Popeye's Revenge!
2025-03-0846 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe Talk Mouse of Horrors with the Director and Cast!Welcome back horror fans! Tonight we bring you Mouse of Horrors starring Lewis Santer, Stephen Staley, and Chris Lines. On the show we speak with Director Brendan Petrizzo, Anthony C. Ferrante and veteran star Michelle Bauer. The film follows a group of friends stuck at a fairground amusement park hunted down by a mutated rat – Steamboat Willie!ITN Studios continues to crank out horror films featuring public domain available characters such as Popeye, Steamboat Willie and that cute bear who's always looking for honey.Brace yourself and watch the trailer here.
2025-03-0256 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe Talk Renner with Frankie Muniz and Director Robert RippbergerIn this episode we have the pleasure of speaking with Frankie Muniz (from Malcolm in the Middle fame) and Director Robert Rippberger about their new sci-fi thriller Renner. It's a brief conversation, but we think you'll enjoy it nonetheless. After the show we delve into other projects Kevin, Al and Anthony are working on such as We Belong Dead Magazine, Creature Features and plans for Sinister Creature Con.
2025-02-1839 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastBad Moon (1996) Retrospective ReviewBad Moon won't be confused with the cult classic American Werewolf in London, but it doesn't need to, in our opinion. While campy and thin on story Bad Moon spins a yarn from a dog's perspective and boasts some truly awesome animatronic work. Join Anthony DeRouen, Kevin Nickelson and Al Omega as we howl at the moon in Mad Moon (1996)!
2024-11-2131 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastCharlotte Kirk Kicks Our Butts into Gear!Welcome to another episode of the Grim and Bloody Podcast. Tonight we bring you Charlotte Kirk, a veteran actress of horror, action and science fiction - notably The Lair (2022), The Reckoning (2020),Ocean's Eight (2018), Marauders (2016) and the upcoming The Possession at Gladstone Manor which also stars horror veterans Barbara Crampton and Lin Shaye.
Charlotte Kirk has teamed up with the venerable Neil Marshall on a number of projects, and we’re stoked to hear what’s around the corner. Charlotte is joined by a full complement of horror hosts - Anthony DeRouen, Kevin Nickelson, Al Omega and Joe Flyn...
2024-07-2641 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastChaser TV Series | Q&A with Director and Cast
haser, the limited TV series is NOW available on all on-demand cable channels, and @amazonprime! This thriller stars Daniel deWeldon, Russ Russo, and Gia Bay, and is written and directed by Daniel Roemer.
We had the utmost honor to speak with Daniel deWeldon, Russ Russo and Daniel Roemer in the lead up to its release. Join Anthony DeRouen, Al Omega, And Kevin Nickelson as we help usher in this Birmingham Film & TV Festival and Star International Film Festival award winner show to the masses.
2024-04-1543 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastThe Amityville Horror (1979) - For God's Sake, Get Out!The Amityville Horror starring James Brolin, Margot Kidder and Rod Steiger has landed on top 10 lists of horror fans and critics for decades. It's a classic haunted house ride filled with tropes we deem cliché by today's standards.
Join Kevin Nickelson, Al Omega and Anthony DeRouen and we unearth the ghastly sights (brick by brick!) in The Amityville Horror.
2024-02-2936 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastUpgrade (2018) - The AI is Coming to Kill You Barbara!Upgrade is a 2018 cyberpunk action film written and directed by Leigh Whannell, and starring Logan Marshall-Green, Betty Gabriel, and Harrison Gilbertson. While not a smash hit in 2018 it has gained a following due to its unique cinematography, unsettling score and relevancy to the dangers we face today with the emergence of artificial intelligence.
Artificial intelligence has provided a slew of benefits, but we cannot turn a blind eye to the dangers it presents if checks and balances are not properly established. Join Kevin Nickelson, Joe Flynn and Anthony DeRouen as we explore Upgrade!
2024-01-181h 28
The Grim and Bloody PodcastThe Nightmare Before Christmas (1993): A RetrospectiveOne of the most beloved Christmas and Halloween films of our time, Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas captured our hearts, and later our wallets (we're looking at you Spirit Halloween!). It's a story of wonder, of love, the desire of change and the challenges that usually ensue. Nothing ever comes easy, even for one such as Jack Skellington.
Join Kevin Nickelson, Al Omega, Joe Flynn and Anthony DeRouen as we visit Halloween Town and revel in all things spooky.
2023-12-2233 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastA Summer of Horror!It's been a while since the fellas did a show on their own, so tonight felt a little special. We eagerly get to talk about Lee Cronin's Evil Dead Rise, The Boogeyman, other upcoming films, newly released VOD ones like Renfield and more. Join Anthony DeRouen, Kevin Nickelson, Al Omega and Joe Flynn as we delve into the movies you'll need to see.
In other news, Al Omega's Creature Feature Show has landed a new production partner. Kevin Nickelson will be in Sacramento attending Sinister Creature Con. And the Grim and Bloody Podcast is...
2023-06-1644 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastRichard Rowntree - Director of Mask of the Devil UK (2022)A veteran of a dozen shorts and three features, writer and director Richard Rowntree brings us the horror comedy Mask of the Devil! We get to talk about the indie film's festival tour, why Richard chose the horror comedy element and a British sense of humor can be hit or miss outside the pond. Richard tried to make it universal and based upon it's success aboard we think it worked. Join Kevin Nickelson, Al Omega and Anthony DeRouen as we delve into this magnificent low-budget gem. Plus you gotta love the 80's horror vibe.
Watch the trailer...
2023-05-0549 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe Talk All Things InkTip!Welcome back horror fans! We have a unique episode today. Normally we do not interview companies, but we felt Inktip is a special source for screenwriters and producers to come together to build something amazing, and we've enjoyed our partnership with them immensely. Kevin Nickelson and Anthony DeRouen are joined by Thomas Blakely (Social media Coordinator) and Chris Cookson (Head of Writing and Marketing Department) for this in-depth look at InkTip.
The goal of inktip is to be the place where writer's and producers go for everything they need. What you need to succeed...
2023-04-0131 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastHeadless Horseman Frankenstein Comic BookWe met the creatives behind the Headless Horseman Frankenstein at Sinister Creature Con last year and were blown away by their work. Kolby Diaz, the writer behind the story and Mark Nosler, the illustrator, are joined today by Kevin Nickelson, Al Omega, Joe Flynn and later on by Anthony DeRouen as we discuss the epic revenge tale of the Headless Horseman, and how it came together.
Follow Mark Nosler - @marknosler on Instagram , Kolby Diaz - @kolbarama90 on Instagram .
In other news, submissions for the 2023 Death's Parade Film Fest are open! Visit https://filmfreeway.com...
2023-01-1553 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastLive at the Death Parade Film Fest! Agatha Feature PresentationWelcome to part four of our recording series that took place at the Death's Parade Film Fest in Red Bluff California. Anthony DeRouen, Al Omega and Kevin Nickelson were joined by writer and director Roland Becerra, the mind behind the horror animation/live-action feature Agatha. We encourage you to seek out festivals screening this film as it's a truly unique experience. and one we had the pleasure of hosting.
2023-01-0329 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastLive at the Death Parade Film Fest! PB&Z Short Film Discussion with Jesus Cruz and Alex ViganoWelcome to part three of our recording series that took place at the Death's Parade Film Fest in Red Bluff California. Anthony DeRouen, Al Omega and Kevin Nickelson were joined by writer and director Jesus Cruz (Writer, Producer) and Alex Vigano ( Editor) for the short film PB&Z, winner of the best comedy award.
Happy Holidays!
2022-12-2322 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastLive at the Death Parade Film Fest! Surprise! Short Film Discussion with Elizabeth Yoder and James DorneyWelcome to part two of our recording series that took place at the Death's Parade Film Fest in Red Bluff California. Anthony DeRouen, Al Omega and Kevin Nickelson were joined by writer and director Elizabeth Yoder and Executive Producer James Dorney.
Surprise! won the critics choice award with us, and can be seen at a number of genre film festivals around the world.
Synopsis: Frustrated lovers duel to outwit each other but face life-or-death consequences triggered by suppressed fantasies and unexpressed desires.
This episode is sponsored by Left Coast Entertainment.
2022-12-1431 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastLive at the Death Parade Film Fest! The Cast of FlakkusWelcome to part one of our recording series that took place at the Death's Parade Film Fest in Red Bluff California. Anthony DeRouen, Al Omega and Kevin Nickelson were joined by writer and director J. Lee Vertz, lead actor Sawl Gud, and director of photography John Retherford.
Flakkus is a short film running just under seven minutes and is packed with a crazy narrative and practical effects. It's a snapshot in a larger feature the crew is looking to assemble.
Synopsis: Frustrated lovers duel to outwit each other but face life-or-death consequences triggered by suppressed...
2022-12-1114 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastA Live Haunt Experience at The CemetariumJust in time for Halloween – enjoy our first offsite podcast at the Cemetarium Haunted House in Orangevale California! Join Creature Features host Al Omega, horror writer Kevin Nickelson and Death’s Parade Film Fest founder Anthony DeRouen as we brave the cold, dark night and venture into the depths of the Cemetarium.
The Cemetarium comprises four haunts. Psycho Circus, The Cemetarium haunted House, Zombie Heights and a Children’s Mini Haunt, we explore the haunts in that order. Overall, we walked away impressed by the quality of the haunts and the actors, we hope you enjoy our screams...
2022-10-2654 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastAndre Gower from the Monster Squad and Wolfman's Got NardsAndre Gower who played Sean in 1987's cult classic The Monster Squad and the follow-up documentary Wolfman's Got Nards stops by the show to talk about the eponymous children's monster movie of the late 80's. The Monster Squad is enjoying an ever-growing fan base and calls for a sequel continue to ring out. Andre stays busy with a number of productions in the works as well.
We hope you enjoy the throwback intro: The Monster Squad 'Rap' (Dj Lee's Remastered Mix) and a little bit from Bruce Broughton's original score.
2022-10-0655 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastA Conversation with Long Time Filmmaker Sam FirstenbergToday we're taking brief detour of chilling horror and suspense and we sit down with veteran action movie filmmaker Sam Firstenberg. Sam was the director behind the cult classic American Ninja (1985) and 1987 sequel, both starring Michael Dudikoff. Sam takes us on a journey through his famed career and speaks about his recent novel "Stories From The Trenches: Adventures in making High Octane Hollywood Movies with Cannon Veteran Sam Firstenberg" available on Amazon.
News on the Death's Parade Film Fest - the First Wave of selections is out! Visit the homepage to view the selections and learn more...
2022-09-2049 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastDavid Howard Thornton Star of Terrifier Joins the Grim and Bloody CrewWelcome to another episode of The Grim and Bloody Podcast! We had a lot of fun with this one. Today we host David Howard Thornton star of Damien Leone's 2016 Terrifier that introduced the world to Art the Clown. We also get to talk about the upcoming Terrifier 2!
Synopsis for Terrifier: On Halloween night, Tara Heyes finds herself as the obsession of a sadistic murderer known as Art the Clown.
Also, we have launched a Kickstarter campaign for this year's Death's Parade Film Fest! We can use your help to make this year's fest the best e...
2022-09-031h 07
The Grim and Bloody PodcastA Conversation with writer Matthew Banks from We Belong Dead MagazineWe talk with Matthew Banks, a writer for We Belong Dead Magazine that has published numerous articles and short stories revolving around early gothic era of Bela Lugosi's Dracula. Matthew penned Where Does Imagination End and Reality Begin? Re-Examining the Horror Classic: an entertaining and informative journey through the annals of Horror, examining those classic scare fests from the Golden Age of the Horror Film. Through these pages you will discover - Why did Dracula's Daughter take so long to make and why wasn't Bela Lugosi, Dracula himself, involved in the sequel?
2022-08-021h 03
The Grim and Bloody PodcastDracula Descends on Us: A Conversation with Dacre StokerDacre Stoker is the great grand-nephew of Bram Stoker (who in 1897 penned the Gothic horror novel Dracula) and is the international best-selling co-author of Dracula the Un-Dead, the official Stoker family endorsed sequel to Dracula. Dacre is also the co-editor of The Lost Journal of Bram Stoker: The Dublin Years. Dacre stops by the Grim and Bloody Podcast to talk about his life and adventures as the great grand-nephew of the most influential horror writer of all time. We talk about the Romania tours into Transylvania, his novel Dracul, as well as Dracula in popular culture (which includes a...
2022-07-261h 15
The Grim and Bloody PodcastDillon Brown - Writer and Director of The FlockSunday is the day we usually reserve to exorcise the plethora of demons we collect during the week, but today we happily made an exception and brought on Dillon Brown, writer and director of The Flock. A gritty, horrifying take on the cult subgenre. In this POV-style feature a mysterious cult, calling themselves "The Flock," has set up camp somewhere in Northern Nevada, leaving behind a trail of missing people and bizarre, online recruitment videos encouraging the worship of the demonic entity, "Moloch." Today also marks the streaming release of The Flock, to which we are very grateful to...
2022-07-1827 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastMick Strawn - Long Time Production Designer for Numerous Horror FranchisesWelcome to another episode of the Grim and Bloody Podcast. Today we sit down with Mick Strawn, the production designer behind Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Blade, Boogie Nights, Leatherface: Texas Chainsaw Massacre III, Lawnmower Man, Freddy's Nightmares, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master and more. Mick has so many stories we had to pick and choose the best ones!
One story in particular we think you'll enjoy is how Mick reimagined Nightmare on Elm Street second sequel, which stands as one of the franchises' best installments.
New on the Creature Feature Show, hosted...
2022-07-141h 06
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe talk about Trepidity with Acrostar FilmsWelcome to another episode of The Grim and Bloody Theater. Today we host Ann Myrna and Steve Hermann behind Acrostar Films and preview their latest film Trepidity starring Taydem Shoesmith as Samantha, Magdalena Conway as Trish, Beth Metcalf as Melissa and voice of The Demon, Ashley Hefner as Allison, and Paige Bourne as Taylor.
Trepidity is an independent horror film in the 80s slasher style. A group of friends get together in an old barn for a night of partying and for some unexplained reason, decide to call upon a demon thinking it’s an urban legend. Sur...
2022-07-0744 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastNancy Anne Ridder - One of the Few Who Survived the First Scream 1996!She is known as the girl in the bathroom. Originally called to be a stand-in on Wes Craven's horror slasher Scream, Nancy earned the role as the girl in the bathroom, an albeit brief scene that has given her a legacy character title and invitations to numerous conventions and speaking engagements. Join Kevin Nickelson, Al Omega, Joe Flynn and Anthony DeRouen as we delve into Scream!
New on The Creature Feature Show - The Forbidden Empire (2014) . Here we have a really great fantasy movie from Eastern Europe. Lots of really well-done CG, a good British actor or t...
2022-06-271h 09
The Grim and Bloody PodcastA Conversation with Beatrice Boepple - Amanda Krueger in Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream ChildWelcome back horror enthusiasts! In this episode of the Grim and Bloody Theater Beatrice Boepple, the actress who played Amanda Krueger in Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child.
The Grim and Bloody Theater is part of the Death’s Parade Film Festival: Northern California's premiere horror film fest. DPFF provides a platform for filmmakers and actors to showcase their latest work to horror and thriller enthusiasts alike. We are proud to show you some of the short films that have screened at the fest and provide you additional insight with exclusive filmmaker interviews immediately following the sc...
2022-06-1759 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastSteven Rubin - Author of the Twilight Zone Encyclopedia!In this episode of the Grim and Bloody Podcast - Steven Rubin, Author of the Twilight Zone Encyclopedia and the James Bond Movie Encyclopedia stops by to discuss his works.
Submissions for the 2022 Death's Parade are open! Visit https://www.deathparadefilmfest.com/ to learn more. We hope to see you in Red Bluff California this December.
2022-06-0958 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe Discuss the Blumhouse Productions Halloween TrilogyOn this episode of the Grim and Bloody Theater we talk about Blumhouse Production's Halloween trilogy which started in 2018 and finishes on October 14th with Halloween Ends. With John Carpenter's help Halloween reignited the franchise. Although Michael Meyers cannot never die, we eagerly anticipate the conclusion to this well done Blumhouse series.
Halloween is near and dear to our hearts. We can say with the utmost confidence that this iteration of John Carpenter's horror slasher franchise is a cut above all the rest, save for the first two installments. If you haven't watched Halloween (2018) we strongly recommend d...
2022-06-0239 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastFrank Farel Producer Behind Spookies (1986)In this episode of the Grim and Bloody Theater - Veteran producer Frank Farel stops by the show to talk about the supernatural hit Spookies from 1986. Frank speaks candidly about the trouble releasing the film according to his vision, the comprehensive re-release by Vinegar Syndrome, and his thoughts on Spookies gaining a cult following since its release.
Synopsis: After their car breaks down, a group of travelers find themselves stranded in a remote part of New England. After taking shelter in a spooky old mansion, complete with a graveyard, they discover a Ouija board and decide to spe...
2022-05-2536 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastJulian David Stone - Author of It's Alive!In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Julian David Stone regarding his new book release "It's Alive!". The novel details the pivotal change in Universal Studios leading up to the classic film Frankenstein, led by the young and brash Junior Laemmle, son of the famed studio head Carl Laemmle. We speak to Julian about this time in history, about Boris Karloff's eventual rise to stardom, and more!
For more about Julian's novel visit - https://www.juliandavidstone.com/ .
2022-05-1657 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastMichael Rooker Stops by to Talk About Corrective MeasuresIn this episode of the Grim and Bloody Theater Michael Rooker (Walking Dead, Guardians of the Galaxy, Days of Thunder) spends time with the guys to discuss his new film Corrective Measures, premiering on Tubi today! Additionally, we talk about Michael's quiet, intense acting method on Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer, his undeniable screen presence during AMC's The Walking Dead's early heydays, and more.
Synopsis: Set in the world's most dangerous maximum-security penitentiary, home to the most treacherous criminals, tensions among the inmates and staff heighten, leading to anarchy that engulfs the prison and order is turn...
2022-04-2923 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastA Conversation with Independent Filmmaker Adrian TofeiIn this episode Writer and Director Adrian Tofei stops by the Grim and Bloody Podcast to talk about his breakout horror film Be My Cat: A Film for Anne, growing up in the post revolutionary 90's in Romania, and his upcoming apocalyptic feature We Put the World to Sleep.
In other news - From now until May 11th all filmmakers are encouraged to submit their horror, thriller and suspense films to the Death's Parade Film Fest and receive 40% their fee through Filmfreeway. We're calling it the Aprilween push and want to make sure everyone who has a c...
2022-04-151h 03
The Grim and Bloody PodcastInvasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) RetrospectiveWhen strange seeds drift to earth from space, mysterious pods begin to grow and invade San Francisco, California, where they replicate the residents into emotionless automatons one body at a time. Jack Finney's Invasion of the Body Snatchers is a story told on rinse and repeat with varying results. Philip Kaufman's 1978 effort stands out as a crowd favorite (no disrespect to Don Siegel's 1956 memorable take). Donald Sutherland stars as a local Health Inspector who begins to witness strange occurrences and manages to stay one step ahead of the invasion until the end. So sit back and enjoy of our...
2022-04-0557 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastVisiting Hours Retrospective (1982) Retrospective1982 was a good year for horror, and Visiting Hours - starring Michael Ironside, Lee Grant and William Shatner - continues that trend. Michael Ironside plays a silent, demented, crafty and relentless killer who has a fondness for praying on women in hospitals. According to Kevin Nickelson, Joe Flynn, and Al Omega Visiting Hours was not an easy film to sit through in 1982 due to the subject matter for the times, and William Shatner's role was criticized as being too campy and overblown. Regardless of its detractors Visiting Hours is a tense cat and mouse story worth the price of...
2022-04-011h 17
The Grim and Bloody PodcastIt's Storytime with Famed Screenwriter and Filmmaker Greydon ClarkWe had the privilege and honor to speak with Greydon Clark - a screenwriter, director, producer, and actor that has earned a permanent place in the hearts of fans of late night and straight-to-video fare starting with 1973's Tom through 1998's sci-fi Stargames starring Tony Curtis. Greydon has so many stories to share that this episode is thirty minutes longer than our normal one. We touch on such films as Psychic Killer and Without Warning, and many others. Sit back and enjoy our conversation with the long-time great Greydon Clark.
Also, new on the Creature Feature Show...
2022-03-211h 31
The Grim and Bloody PodcastEvil Dead Retrospective (1981)The original Evil Dead is considered a genre maker in terms of horror films. Thanks to Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell Evil Dead created (and disrupted) many of the tropes of the horror genre. It’s influence is felt in the films of the Coen brothers, Peter Jackson, and Edgar Wright. It is campy without being bad. It's disgusting, hilarious, and a film that will make you jump. Join Al Omega from The Original Creature Feature Show, Joe Flynn and Anthony DeRouen as we dive into Evil Dead!
Learn more about the Grim and Bloody Podcast and th...
2022-03-1046 minThe Grim and Bloody PodcastA Conversation with John Evans from Behind the Fiends Horror PodcastIn this segment, we are joined by John Evans, host of the popular Behind the Fiends podcast on Spotify, Apple and other platforms. John is also an Associate Producer on six pending features, including Z Dead End (2022) and The Sawyer Massacre (2022).
What's new on the Creature Feature show? Teenage Zombies from 1959!
Submissions are open for the Death's Parade Film Fest - send in your work now.
2022-02-271h 14
The Grim and Bloody PodcastInterview with Documentary Journalist Tom Jennings: Two discovery+ Shock Docs Special PreviewsWe were beyond excited to preview two new shock doc specials on discovery+ today February 18th with executive producer Tom Jennings. We cover the two new specials Alien Abduction: Barney and Betty Hill, and Alien Abduction: Travis Walton.
Barney and Betty Hill stands as the first real report of Alien Abduction. Contrary to what you may have seen in the past Tom Jennings and 1895 Films promises to reveal the complete and unfettered story never before seen! This will be an event to remember.
Travis Walton's experience was met with great amounts of skepticism. Through it all...
2022-02-181h 04
The Grim and Bloody PodcastA Conversation with Horror Writer Fred WieheWe have been looking forward to speaking with San Francisco Bay Area horror writer Fred Wiehe for some time, and we finally got him on! Fred Wiehe has dabbled in all forms of written horror: from novellas to poems to screenplays and has also found time to teach the fine of writing as well. Today we talk about how Fred got into writing, his writing process, his latest works, and just how in the heck do you write a horror Christmas story? All this and more on The Grim and Bloody Podcast, brought to you by the Death's Parade...
2022-01-2653 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastThe Legend of Hell House Retrospective (1973)Welcome to our first retrospective of 2022! The Legend of Hell House is a 1973 supernatural horror film directed by John Hough, and stars Pamela Franklin as the mental medium Florence Tanner, Roddy McDowall as the physical medium Benjamin Franklin Fischer, Clive Revill as the physicist in charge of the investigation into the afterlife, and Gayle Hunnicutt as Ann Barret as the physicist's wife. Widely regarded as one of the scariest ghost films of its generations, The Legend of Hell House served as inspiration for numerous haunted house films to this day. Join Anthony DeRouen, Kevin Nickelson, Al Omega and Joe...
2022-01-161h 03The Grim and Bloody PodcastWelcome to the team, Samuel Glass! And our first audience challenge.In this short and very informal episode the crew of The Grim and Bloody Podcast welcome Samuel Glass to the DPFF team. Samuel has a long history of writing horror and we're stoked to read his upcoming work.
We're excited to introduce our newest DPFF feature - editorial reviews! We will be covering a wide spectrum of horror that includes film, television, books, illustrations, video games, music and more.
As part of the release we are holding a writer's challenge! From now until February 15th anyone 18 years and older can submit a review from film, tel...
2022-01-1648 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastHo Ho Ho! We have a Merry Time with Writer and Director Robert RestroIn our latest episode of the Grim and Bloody Podcast we are joined by Robert Restro, the filmmaker behind Amazon Prime's horror thriller THE BRAIN HUNTER, and the upcoming feature Z DEAD END.
New on The Creature Feature Show: Krampus Origins 2018 .
We hope you have a safe and warm holiday season!
Enjoy Horror.
2021-12-1252 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastA Conversation with Chris from Guerrilla Metropolitana for the Youtube feature The CensorThe Censor - A British horror tale of real politics and social-moral code is an agonizing journey of pain, human horror and social injustice, showing the true face of the powers that be. A unique cinematographic experience that will take you to the darkest hole of humanity. We sit down with Chris, Writer and Director of The Censor to discuss the incredible effort to produce the film while avoiding local authorities, and the response he's received so far regarding its subject matter.
New on the Creature Features Show - The Paganini Horror! A classic Italian splatter with...
2021-10-2943 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastHalloween Kills (2021) ReviewThe second installment in a planned slasher trilogy, we find Laurie Strode recuperating in a hospital under the assumption Michael Meyers is dead, but we all know the truth. Evil Must die! But it doesn't. Directed by David Gordon Green and starring the venerable Jamie Lee Curtis, Will Patton, Anthony Michael Hall and Nick Castle as The Shape, Halloween Kills serves as the in-between in the three movie arc. By and large Halloween Kills delivers on what you would expect a Halloween film to provide. Hear our take as Kevin Nickelson, Joe Flynn and Anthony DeRouen discuss Halloween Kills!
2021-10-1848 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastThe enigmatic Michael J. Epstein - Writer and Director of Clickbait (2018)Hailing from Los Angeles California Michael J. Epstein is a man of many talents: Director, Actor, Writer, Musician, and Producer known primarily for horror and sci-fi films layered with modern sociopolitical commentary. His latest feature Clickbait encapsulates that. Clickbait also serves as a launching pad for aspiring actress Colby Stewart who elevates the film to Happy Death Day levels. So join Kevin Nickelson, Joe Flynn and Anthony DeRouen for another episode of the Grim and Bloody Podcast - Halloween season edition!
This episode also marks our 50th show! Here's to many more enjoyable sit downs.
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2021-10-151h 00
The Grim and Bloody PodcastDon't Tread in the Woods: We Speak with Madeline Deering - Writer and Director of Spirit AnimalFilmed on a Magnavox VHS camera, co-written and co-starring both Madeline Deering and Joseph Russio (Lucifer’s Unholy Desires 2012) Madeline Deering' Spirit Animal is a welcome addition to the Shot On Video (SOV) genre that has garnered a large cult following. Join Kevin Nickelson, Joe Flynn and the return of Al Omega as we delve into the bloody fun mess that is Spirit Animal.
And other news, don't forget that the Death's Parade Film Fest is back Saturday December 4th on Eventive.Org!
The latest on Creature Features - Don't look in the Basement 1972 !
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2021-09-2251 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe Celebrate the Spirit of HalloweenHalloween is right around the corner! We know it is because Spirit Halloween opened it's doors. Not to say a retail chain determines when we can celebrate our cherish spooky season, but it's a welcome sight for those who have kids, or who are eager to purchase the latest horrific animatronics and decorations. In this episode Joe Flynn and Anthony DeRouen also discuss the latest entry into the Halloween series Halloween Kills.
We also announce the Death's Parade Film Fest will happen Saturday December 4th on Eventive! This year we go virtual. Tickets will go on sale...
2021-09-0448 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastA Conversation with Horror Filmmaker Dave RedaDear friend of the festival Dave Reda returns with teasers and behind the scene stories of his upcoming premiere As Good as Dead! Dave's latest feature screens Chinese Theater, Hollywood, August 27th at 11:50PM, and releases to general audiences on August 28th. Join Kevin Nickelson, Al Omega, and Joe Flynn as we talk about Dave's latest work and the importance of screening a feature with a live audience of horror fans.
For more about Dave Reda's latest feature visit https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14550116/
What's new with Al Omega's Creature Feature Show? Prophesy 1979!
2021-08-1956 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe Talk with Brian Jalbert - Producer and Actor in Mind Games!Mind Games is a slow burn horror thriller starring Michael Paré, Robert LaSardo, Brian Jalbert, Michael Milhoan. Join Kevin Nickelson, Anthony DeRouen and Joe Flynn as we talk about the Amazon Prime thriller Mind Games.
2021-08-1758 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe Sit Down with Joe Badon - Director of The God Inside My Ear and Sister TempestWe had a wonderful time chatting with Joe Badon, a man of many creative talents. He directed Sister Tempest and horror film festival favorite The God Inside My Ear horror comedies. Join Al Omega, Kevin Nickelson, Anthony DeRouen and Joe Flynn for a lively chat with Joe Badon!
In other news The Original Creature Features screened Circle of Fear! Have a watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dG_0ShjfdWM .
The Grim and Bloody Podcast is part of the Death's Parade Film Fest. For more visit: https://www.deathparadefilmfest.com/
2021-07-2950 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastCandyman (1992) RetrospectiveCandyman...Candyman...Candyman! One of the most recognizable lines to survive the 90's. Clive Barker's short story "Forbidden" was adapted to the silver screen by Bernard Rose who also directed. Starring Tony Todd and Virginia Madsen, Candyman was a harrowing story centered on a notorious housing project in Chicago which amplified an already compelling narrative. We're excited to see how Jordan Peele can reboot this flick this summer.
In other news: the Death's Parade Film Fest July Frights is set to premiere July 22nd at 8PM PST. Visit https://www.deathparadefilmfest.com/ for more! We are rolling...
2021-07-1452 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastAn Afternoon Chat with Gary Sherman - Director of Dead & Buried and Poltergeist IIIWe sit down with Gary Sherman - the director of Dead & Buried and Poltergeist III. Dead & Buried will be on the receiving end of a grandiose 3-disc limited edition 4k release on July 20th. Featuring a restoration from the 35mm IP approved by Director of Photography Steven Poster, the Dead & Buried 4k release is stuffed full of new commentary and special features. For more visit https://www.amazon.com/Dead-Buried-3-Disc-Limited-Blu-ray/dp/B09181P62V .
If you have listed to our podcast before then you will know how significant a 4k restoration from a 35mm negative can be...
2021-07-031h 13
The Grim and Bloody PodcastThe Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires (1974) RetrospectiveWelcome to another episode of the Grim and Bloody Podcast. Today we review The Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires, starring Peter Cushing. The Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires was a Hammer Film production, critically, stands as on of their best films of the 1970's. The film is a mix of martial arts and horror and features some outstanding make-up effects by Les Bowie. Joining the podcast is Al Omega, host of Creature Features, Kevin Nickelson of Horror News Net, Joe Flynn of CreaTV and Anthony DeRouen found of the Death's Parade Film Fest. Sit back and enjoy The Legend...
2021-06-1459 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe Sit Down with Jenny Runacre - Veteran Horror and Thriller Actress from the 1970's!We couldn't think of a better way to spend our Saturday morning then to speak with long timer silver-screen actress Jenny Runacre. We review her exhaustive body of work including The Creeping Flesh, Son of Dracula, The Passenger, The Lady Vanishes, The Witches and Restoration.
New for this week! The Original Creature Features is screening The Snake Woman 1961 . Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zx5fWM-dVKg .
Al Omega has confirmed to be making an appearance at the New Jersey Horror Con! For more information and to get tickets visit http://www.newjerseyhorrorcon.com/.
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2021-05-2848 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastScream Blacula Scream (1973): Part Two of our Blacula Franchise Retrospective!Ready for some more Blacula? We know you are! William Marshall is back, and he brings Pam Grier with him in Scream Blacula Scream, 1973's sequel to the Blaxploitation hit Blacula. As before, William Marshall's performance raises this film above the standard faire Blaxploitation films of the 70's. His turn as the Nigerian Prince Mamuwalde is both gripping and tragic. Sadly the two films share very little narrative tissue beyond the titular character. By refusing to build on the emotional impact in Blacula's ending we are given a film where the support characters succumb to familiar tropes which ultimately...
2021-05-2159 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastBlacula (1972): Part One of our Blacula Franchise Retrospective!Enjoy this two-part episode where we break down the Blaxploitation horror series Blacula. Starting with the 1972 vehicle starring William Marshall and Thalmus Rasulala, we delve into what made the film good despite it's overarching themes and how the film would be received in today's society.
To learn more about Blaxploitation visit https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blaxploitation .
2021-05-161h 04
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe Discuss Virus (1980) Along with Our Favorite Disaster MoviesWhen Virus premiered in 1980 it was the biggest product in Japan's history. An Adaptation on Sakyo Komatsu's novel Fukkatsu no hi the movie starred Masao Kusakari, Sonny Chiba, George Kennedy and Robert Vaughn. The film is a harrowing take involving a man-made virus that springs into the wild during a period of political and military unrest between the United States and the Soviet Union.
We tackle other disaster stories which bring about the end of the world or leave enough clues to keep us awake at night! These films include, 2012, Threads, The Thing (naturally!), Deep Impact and...
2021-05-061h 30
The Grim and Bloody PodcastGary Morgenstein - Critically acclaimed author of The Dark Depths seriesThe Grim and Bloody Podcast sat down with Gary Morgenstein, who is the critically acclaimed author of The Dark Depths series (A Mound Over Hell, A Fastball for Freedom), a unique dystopian science fiction baseball saga. Gary is our first author on the show, but we went easy on him!
Gary is an accomplished playwright: his humorous new play about racial harmony, A Black and White Cookie, is slated for premiere in 2021. He is also the author of the stage dramas Saving Stan, A Tomato Can’t Grow in the Bronx, and the off-Broadway sci-fi rock musical The Anthe
2021-05-0228 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastIsland of the Burning Damned (1967) - A RetrospectiveJoin us for a warm-saddled, sweat-mopping jaunt through 1967's Island of the Burning Damned: a sci-fi horror thriller starring Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing and Jane Merrow. You can catch more Island of the Burning Damned on Al Omega's The Original Creature Features!
In other news, we're excited to see theaters reopen. It's been too long, welcome back. We are in contact with 3 Below Theaters and Lounge in San Jose and hope to have a clearer picture of when the Death's Parade Film Fest can happen in the later month's of October/November. Stay tuned for more!
2021-04-1955 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe Discuss the 1997 Horror Sci-Fi Classic Event HorizonA rescue crew investigates a spaceship that disappeared into a black hole and has now returned, but with someone or something new on-board. That is the synopsis for Paul W.S. Anderson's follow-up to the Mortal Kombat live action adaptation: a exceptionally fun and gory sci-fi horror flick starring Laurence Fishburne, Sam Neill, and Jason Issacs. Even better, Shout! Factory recently released an Event Horizon Collector's Edition with a slew of new interviews with cast and crew along with a 4K scan of the original camera negative. If you have followed their past efforts you know this will be t...
2021-03-2746 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWho's hungry? Mario Cerrito - Writer and Director of Human HibachiWe talk with Mario Cerrito, writer and director of the grotesque and fun-as-hell cannibal feature film Human Hibachi. If the name doesn't give you a clear impression of the movie the trailer certainly will. Human Hibachi earns its place among the pantheon of cannibal horror films with it's strikingly real practical effects and a cast who throw themselves into their respective roles.
To learn more about Human Hibachi visit https://www.humanhibachi.com/
2021-03-2149 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastA Conversation with Producer John T. SweeneyIt's always enlightening for us to hear about what happens behind the camera throughout the ages of cinema. John T. Sweeney stopped by the Grim and Bloody Podcast and does just that! As Kevin Nickelson later described the show: "John was a hoot and a half with a few salty stories working as production coordinator on films like Alien vs. Predator, Hellboy and League of Extraordinary Gentlemen. In a first time deviation from the ordinary talk of horror movies, we talk about COVID and I speak extensively about my near death experience."
COVID-19 has taken a sledgehammer...
2021-03-091h 07
The Grim and Bloody PodcastThirteen Ghosts (2001 Remake) RetrospectiveSay what you will about Steve Beck's Thirteen Ghosts remake, it was a fun popcorn horror movie! With amazing special make-up effects by Howard Berger and Greg Nicotero, along with a production design that is still unparalleled to this day, Thirteen Ghosts remains on Halloween playlists twenty years later. The executive team behind the successful HBO series Tales from the Crypt leant their weight to this big budget supernatural opus that starred Tony Shalhoub, Matthew Lillard, a young Shannon Elizabeth and F. Murray Abraham. So join Al Omega, Joe Flynn, and Anthony DeRouen as they discuss what made Thirteen...
2021-02-2146 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastThe Wheel - What Happens When Experienced Horror Filmmakers Come TogetherIn episode 30 we sat down with Nikhil Bhagat, writer and director of The Wheel, and discovered so much about this thrilling short we couldn't fit it all in one show. Nikhil returns with key parts of the crew that made it happen. James Kniest (Cinematographer for Hush, The Last Witch Hunter, Annabelle, The Bye Bye Man) , Pete Gvozdas (Producer for The Curse of la Llorona, The Purge, Brightburn, The Conjuring 3) , and Tim Murray. We hope you enjoy listening to how these skilled filmmakers brought The Wheel to life!
2021-02-1652 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastNikhil Bhagat - Writer and Director of The WheelThe Grim and Bloody Podcast sat down with Nikhil Bhagat and we talked about the fantastic short horror film The Wheel, set to be released this February.
The short film finds a woman, played by Molly Buecher, alone in a house while her husband is on a trip shopping for antiques to sell in their shop. When he sends home an old toy ferris wheel (made from parts of the original ferris wheel no less!) the couple has no idea the terror that is about to be unleashed.
For those who haven't heard of Nikhil B...
2021-01-3159 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastJane Merrow - The Hammer Films Legendary Actress!The Grim and Bloody Podcast sits down with legendary stage, screen, television and Hammer Films star Jane Merrow!
To learn more about Jane Merrow's illustrious career visit https://www.janemerrow.net/.
To learn about Hammer Films visit : https://www.hammerfilms.com/
2021-01-1140 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastKrampus - A Christmas RetrospectiveMichael Dougherty 2015's holiday horror film Krampus starring Toni Collette and Adam Scott is a cult classic which re-emerges from the frozen depths every holiday season. It's packed with stellar performances, an engaging story, and some of the best practical effects done by Weta Workshop. Very much like Trick R Treat, Michael Dougherty weaves a cautionary tale about what happens when you lose the Christmas spirit. Al Omega and Joe Flynn join DPFF Founder Anthony DeRouen as they delve into the shadow of Saint Nick - Krampus!
Krampus can be streamed everywhere and is still a popular...
2020-12-2153 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastThe Evil (1978) : A RetrospectiveThe Evil, written and directed by Gus Trikonis, is very much a product of its time. There's a light-hearted campiness to The Evil one can appreciate from the time of disco fever and bellbottoms which eventually would ebb away as we crossed into the 1980's and experienced bone-chilling supernatural films such as The Shining, The Fog and Poltergeist. The Evil is a fast-paced haunted house flick that can easily fall under the radar of contemporary horror aficionados, but didn't miss Joe Flynn and Al Omega's gaze as their reach in the genre stretches further than most. Sit back and e...
2020-11-2744 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe chat about the anthology slasher Specimen 6 with director Joseph Voegele!Specimen 6 is a slasher film unlike any seen before. It follows the exploits of mad scientist Marissa Gray as she attempts to create the ultimate weapon. Told in 6 short stories Specimen 6 tells the story of the greatest evil to ever walk the land. Join Anthony DeRouen, Al Omega and Joe Flynn as we discuss the finer points of Specimen 6.
To watch Specimen 6 visit https://player.vimeo.com/video/445086530 .
Enjoy horror!
2020-11-1851 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastMitch McLeod - Writer and Director of SilhouetteAs the Halloween season rages on we're back with another spooktacular episode featuring Mitch McLeod, writer and director of the horror drama Silhouette. Currently streaming on Amazon Prime, Silhouette will be undergoing a name change to A Haunting in Texas before it's debut on the media shelves of Wal Mart stores nationwide! Obviously an exciting time for Mitch, the cast and crew of Silhouette we couldn't be more excited to see this dark and disturbing paranormal tale receive a massive home video release. Look for A Haunting in Texas at Wal Mart starting November 17th, and tune into the po...
2020-10-2753 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastJenna Payne - Horror Comic Producer - Writer and Director of HysteriaJenna Payne is involved in many diverse projects, notably the sci-fi horror comic Zompire Vixens from Pluto! She has a proof of concept teaser for Hysteria : the story of a chronically ill and undiagnosed patient who takes matters into her own hands, along with two award-winning shorts on Youtube. We talk about the advantages of developing a horror story in comic book form, insight into her upcoming film Hysteria and her tireless work in promoting other filmmakers through Disaster Capitol and Cinefemme.
For more about Jenna visit www.jennapayne.com and www.disastercapitalproductions.com
2020-10-2139 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastA Conversation with Acclaimed Producer Angela MancusoAngela Mancuso is known for giving us the fan favorite horror comedy Happy Death Day and it's sequel Happy Death Day 2, but Angela found success long before working with Blumhouse Productions. She worked for HBO during it's fledgling days and eventually became the president of Universal Cable Entertainment. She later embarked on a producing career that gave us the much beloved Battlestar Gallactica (Reimagined), Monk, and a slew of other miniseries. So tune in as we catch a rare glimpse into the horror genre's top studio in Blumhouse Productions. We find out why they have grown exponentially in popularity si...
2020-10-1548 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastSinister: A RetrospectiveScott Derrickson's horror film Sinister, produced in 2012, is a deeply disturbing supernatural flick that takes a family who's already survived a number of traumas and tears them apart from the inside out. Sinister introduces a fictional demon called Bughuul (also known as Mr. Boogie) who convinces children to murder their family and takes the child's soul in the end. Sinister is a well-made, thought-provoking take on a number of familiar tropes the team is excited to discuss, now 8 years later. So join Anthony DeRouen, Joe Flynn and Al Omega as we look back and talk about Sinister!
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2020-10-1146 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWe talk about Tom Holland's Fright Night!As we draw closer to the Halloween season we sit down and talk about a film that impresses us still to this day: Tom Holland's directorial masterpiece Fright Night. Produced in 1985 Fright Night was a critical and financial success, and spawned a number of sequels, a book, video game, even a stage adaptation. Roddy McDowall turn as Peter Vincent is the star of the show, but Tom Holland assembles an excellent and game cast that elevates the story.
Join Anthony DeRouen, founder of the Death's Parade Film Fest, Al Omega, host of Creature Features and Joe Flynn a...
2020-09-1448 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastAn American Werewolf in London: A RetrospectiveAn American Werewolf in London was a critical and commercial success in 1981, and a lasting cultural phenomenon. It launched director John Landis into the pantheon of horror greats, and still holds up great today thanks in big part to Rick Baker's masterful practical effects. Join Anthony DeRouen, Joe Flynn and returning guest host Al Omega as we break down one of horror's greatest films - An American Werewolf in London.
Music courtesy of VIVEK ABHISHEK.
Visit Al Omega's Creature Features show at http://www.thecreaturefeatureshow.com/ .
2020-09-0944 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastA Darkly Night with Horror Hostess Miss MiseryMiss Misery is known as the Queen of Horror in the San Francisco Bay Area, and for good reason. From feature films and television series, to children's novels and comic books, Miss Misery has her tendrils in all forms of horror entertainment. We can also talk about the Zombie Proms, Shadow Casts, and Film Festivals - but you'll have to listen to find out what Anthony, Kevin and Joe have the pleasure of speaking about.
Find out more about Miss Misery at http://missmisery.net/index.html . You can also catch the Miss Misery's Movie Massacre on R...
2020-08-1648 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastJonathan Cartwright - Writer, Director and Composer of Demu and The First Virtual Scarezone!Join us as we speak to the multi-faceted Jonathan Cartwright about his upcoming feature Demu, and the First Virtual Scarezone! With Halloween threatened due to the ongoing pandemic, Jonathan has thought of a way to represent the scary holiday by making an online virtual scarezone to honor his upcoming horror film, and to scare the pants outta its visitors. We couldn't be more excited!
You can find out more about Jonathan at https://tinyurl.com/yxw7uwlm
Closing music courtesy of Ross Bugden: https://instagram.com/rossbugden/
2020-08-1351 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastIn Utero - A Discussion with Director Royce Freeman and CastIn this episode we speak with Writer/Director Royce Freeman and cast members Clement Jones Jr, Alexia Maier, and practical effects artist Synthia Roy. In Utero is a grindhouse horror flick that revolves around Zoe, an infertile psychopath, who seeks to fill a void left when she lost her child years ago in a horrible accident, which blackened her soul. Skylar, an expectant mother, will do anything to protect her unborn child. In Utero is free to stream for Amazon Prime members.
2020-08-0656 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastAnastasia Kouloukas and Vixey TehTwo immensely talented actresses who star in David Black's upcoming comedic sci-fi/ horror film Toxic Alien Zombie Babes from Outer Space spoke with The Grim and Bloody Podcast about their work on the quarantine-shot feature, how they prepare to shoot behind a green screen, and just what the heck attracted them to this crazy movie in the first place! Anastasia Kouloukas is reprising her role as a domineering taskmaster from Sinister Symbiosis while Vixey Teh plays the central antagonist with lasers that shoot from well...places. That's all we can say about Toxic Alien Zombie Babes from Outer Space, l...
2020-07-3148 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastWhat's Your Favorite Horror Moment? A San Diego Comic Con 2020 DiscussionKevin Nickelson, Joe Flynn and Anthony DeRouen fly by the seats of their pants without a guest for this special San Diego Comic Con-inspired chat. The topic of the show: what's your favorite horror moment? Since the three of us are major horror fans to begin with it doesn't take long for other topics to come up: like our favorite horror music, when does a movie turn you into a fan, horror in literature, and of course COVID 19-inspired horror movies. We have a few ideas on what can make a COVID-19 horror movie work for pandemic weary audiences.
2020-07-241h 07
The Grim and Bloody PodcastChristian Nilsson - Director of UnsubscribeThe Grim and Bloody Podcast spoke with Christian Nilsson, writer and director behind UNSUBSCRIBE, the hit horror short that claimed the top spot in the US Box office! We talk with Christian about four walling, a loophole himself and fellow producer/actor Eric Tabach exploited to garner their film widespread attention during the coronavirus pandemic when most theaters were shut down. The film itself stands on it's on two feet with a game cast, well-thought out script and a haunting score.
You can find Christian at http://christian-nilsson.com/ .
Opening music courtesy of VIVEK ABHISHEK.
2020-07-1650 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastAdam Marcus - Director of Jason Goes to HellJoin us as Adam Marcus peels back the curtain to one of the most controversial Friday the 13th installments called Jason Goes to Hell, a serial killer flick with strong supernatural elements, featuring work from make-up effects legend Greg Nicotero. Adam has much more work to share with us than we can fit in one episode, so look out for the second part debuting in July on the Grim and Bloody Theater. Enjoy horror!
2020-06-2254 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastThe Life and Times of Philippe MoraThe director of 1985's The Howling 2 joins Kevin Nickelson as they take a trip on memory lane and revel in all its hairy, marsupial glory. The episode is longer than normal, but if you enjoy werewolves in monkey suits, and behind the scenes stories involving the late great Christopher Lee you won't find anywhere else we think you'll enjoy.
2020-05-241h 15
The Grim and Bloody PodcastSammie Cassell - Lead Actor for Backwoods Bubba Horror ShortsWe recently spoke with Brad Thomasson, writer and director behind the Backwoods Bubba serial killer Youtube series and upcoming feature - now listen to the man behind the mask! Sammie Cassell is also behind the Wreak Havoc Horror Film Festival that's still happening this year. Support our fellow brethren! http://www.wreakhavochorrorfilmfest.com/
2020-05-1841 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastMark Patton - Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2On this episode of The Grim and Bloody Podcast Mark Patton spends an hour with us to shed light on his story behind Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2. He also delves into "Scream, Queen! My Nightmare On Elm Street", a fascinating documentary that details the tragic ending to Mark's promising young career and which also gave him the title of male “scream queen”.
Intro and outro music courtesy of Darren Curtis 'It's In The Fog'.
2020-04-3049 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastDee Wallace - Star of Cujo, The Howling and CrittersWe had the upmost pleasure of speaking with Dee Wallace! The star of such major horror films like CUJO, THE HOWLING and CRITTERS and newer films like 3 FROM HELL, and HANSEL & GRETEL along with everyone's favorite sci-fi flick E.T. THE EXTRA TERRESTRIAL. Have a listen!
2020-04-1839 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastBrad Thomasson - writer and director of the Backwoods Bubba shortsOur newest interview comes from down south as we speak with Brad Thomasson, the writer and director behind the horror-documentary style Backwoods Bubba serial killer shorts. COVID-19 has halted Brad's episodic horror saga, but that didn't stop him from joining us to talk about his inspiration behind the films, and his future projects. You can watch the Backwoods Bubba shorts and more terrifying tales from Brad here: https://tinyurl.com/wnz2pqw
2020-04-0640 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastMike Di Stasio - Host of Reel Talk with the Hollywood KidMike Di Stasio is an old school Hollywood host that has interviewed hundreds of celebrities. Mike took us down a trip through memory lane as he recounted some of the more provocative ones like Yaphet Kotto and the struggles of black actors in early Hollywood, and the gruesome Black Dhalia murder. To learn more about Mike Di Stasio check out his Youtube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw4fcgG7ODeiEbR7HDUZl3A and follow him on Twitter at https://twitter.com/MikeDiStasio . We also provide an update about the Death's Parade Film Fest and COVID-19.
2020-04-0442 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastAn afternoon with David FrankhamJoin Kevin Nickelson and Joe Flynn as we speak with the long time great actor David Frankham. David has starred in too many roles to list here, but our interests resided in his horror and sci fi experiences, among others. Listen to David recall his time on the set of the original Star Trek, his work with Alfred Hitchcock and Vincent Price, and his contributions to The Outer Limits. It was a pleasure speaking to such a gifted and storied actor, and we hope you enjoy it as much we we did!
Musical pieces courtesy of Jonathan...
2020-03-2249 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastAl Omega - Host of Original Creature FeaturesAl Omega joins our motley crew for episode 5. Al is the host of The Original Creature Features. Kevin, Joe and Anthony delve into the inspiration of Creature Features, the process of selecting his eclectic films, and what's in store for the future.
Watch Creature Features on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqO-C1TJtQBrjAaeoJnmGRg/videos
Visit Creature Features main site - https://www.thecreaturefeatureshow.com/
2020-03-1545 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastJoshua Kennedy - Director of House of GorgonThe Grim and Bloody Podcast returns with Joshua Kennedy: writer and director of the House of Gorgon, a throwback film to the immensely popular Hammer days of the 50's and 60's. Join Kevin Nickelson, Joe Flynn and Anthony DeRouen as we discuss the finer points of Joshua's re-imagining of House of Gorgon, the startling differences between and garish posters of the 60's with today's, and more!
2020-03-1044 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastSam Mason - Writer and Director of Normal TerrorThe Grim and Bloody Podcast is back with Sam Mason: writer, director and star of the upcoming serial horror thriller Normal Terror. We plumbed the dark depths of Sam's twisted mind and returned different men. Join Kevin Nickelson, Joe Flynn and Anthony DeRouen for this enthralling episode, and a peak into a feature that may very well debut at the Death's Parade Film Fest in September!
2020-02-2851 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastZombie Dave Reda - Writer and Director of Horror of My LoveToday we sat down with Dave Reda, writer and director of the festival smash hit Horror of My Love and My Undeadly which stars Michelle Tomlinson. Kevin Nickelson and Joe Flynn join Anthony DeRouen as we pick Dave's undead brain and get his thoughts on his past and future projects and all things horror.
Learn more about Dave Reda at https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1484232/
WATCH Horror of My Love - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyuXO3NxlQ8
2020-02-2138 min
The Grim and Bloody PodcastTodd Jenkins - Writer and Director of Cherokee CreekWelcome to the Grim and Bloody Podcast! Brought to you by the folks from the Death's Parade Film Fest. This is our first episode featuring Kevin Nickelson of Horror News Net, Joe Flynn and the founder of the DPFF founder Anthony DeRouen. For episode one we have the pleasure of speaking to Cherokee Creek writer and director Todd Jenkins. Crack open a beer and enjoy!
2020-02-0640 min