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Author Ally Russell ("It Came From the Trees," Delacorte Press, 2024) joins Scotty to discuss growing up as a horror fan in the zombie hub of Pittsburgh, taking inspiration from R.L. Stine, Stephen King, and her father's macabre sense of humor, deciding to pursue a career as a writer after working as a bookseller at Barnes & Noble, and pursuing an MFA in Children's Literature at Simmons University in Boston. She talks about what she learned about writing for young readers, her terror of the woods, her fascination with aliens and cryptids, her love of found footage horror, and how she applied all of that to her debut middle-grade novel. Ally and Scotty also talk about how "The Blair Witch Project" (1999) influenced her work, and how its under-appreciated 2016 sequel "Blair Witch" builds upon its predecessor. You can find Ally online at https://allyrussellbooks.com You can buy "It Came From the Trees" at https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/720273/it-came-from-the-trees-by-ally-russell/ Be sure to tune in to Daniel Braum's YouTube series "Night Time Logic." The series focuses on the strange, weird, and wonderful side of dark fiction through readings and discussions with diverse authors from around the world. You can tune in on Daniel's You Tube Channel, which is his name DanielBraum or @danielbraum7838. https://www.facebook.com/groups/429777132474382 https://www.youtube.com/@danielbraum7838 This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
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This week, your friends Count Vardulon and DM wrap up mockumentary March with the third instalment in the Horror in the High Desert series. It does not disappoint. They also watch Curse of the Blair Witch, which is really good. Tune in to find out what DM watched while on holiday, and stay for an amazing guess at trivia.
This week, the boys welcome horror author Will Rogers to discuss his new book SURVIVING THE NIGHT! It's a new slasher "Choose Your Own Adventure" coloring book, featuring many opportunities to add as much, or little, blood as you want! We talk about the inspirations behind the book, the process of coming up with multiple endings, different takes on the CYOA format, as well as his ongoing podcasts (Guide to the Unknown & Blackwood) and of course love for the Blair Witch Lore.But before then, the boys review Novocaine, The Haunted Lighthouse: A Seaworld 4D Experience, 1977's Apaches and other Safety Video Horrors, The Rule of Jenny Pen, The Gorge, Last Breath, Black Bag, and Mickey 17! Its all new on EYE ON HORROR!BUY SURVIVE THE NIGHT AT YOUR LOCAL BOOK STORE OR HERE:https://insighteditions.com/products/survive-the-nighthttps://www.scaryfun.fun/home/survivethenightMovies Mentioned on the Show: https://letterboxd.com/correianbbq/list/eye-on-horror-podcast-sn-8-ep-4/Send us a textFollow us on the socials: @EyeOnHorror or check out https://linktr.ee/EyeOnHorrorGet more horror movie news at: https://ihorror.com
Join Dan & Sam, take a deep dive, factoid filled discussion on Hollywoods most famous monsters!Into the Woods: The Legacy of The Blair Witch Project In this spine-chilling episode of Monsters Up North, we delve deep into the haunting world of The Blair Witch Project, the groundbreaking 1999 film that redefined the horror genre and popularized the found-footage style. Join us as we explore the film's origins, its innovative marketing strategies, and the cultural impact it had on both audiences and filmmakers alike. We'll take you behind the scenes with exclusive insights into the casting process, the improvisational techniques used by the actors, and the eerie locations that brought the story to life. Hear from film experts and fans as we dissect the film's themes of fear, isolation, and the unknown, and discuss how it continues to influence modern horror. Plus, we'll share some of the most chilling fan theories and urban legends that have emerged in the years since its release. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a newcomer to the franchise, this episode promises to be a thrilling journey into the woods where reality blurs with the supernatural. Grab your compass and flashlight.it's time to get lost in the legend of the Blair Witch!
Send us a textThis week, Randee Dawn stops by to discuss music, Law & Order SVU, her brief time on the road with Radiohead, her books and so much more.***Randee is a Brooklyn-based author and journalist focusing on speculative fiction across the categories (science-fiction, fantasy, and horror) at night while writing entertainment and lifestyle stories during the day for publications including Today.com, NBCNews.com, Variety, The Los Angeles Times, and Emmy Magazine.You may have seen her name in other publications over the years, including Soap Opera Digest and The Boston Phoenix, E! Online, New Musical Express, and Mojo. She contributed to a French book about American television. She's got a fair amount of short fiction in anthologies and authored the short story/poetry compilation Home for the Holidays.In The Only Song Worth Singing, the power of friendship is one of the major themes blended with myth and the power of music. Imagine Irish folklore combined with mysticism – makes for a magical read.Author Randee Dawn tells the story of three best friends and bandmates from Ireland who set off on their first U.S. tour in the 90s, but have no idea they're being pursued by mythological characters with supernatural powers.Critics call it one of the most entertaining and truthful representations of the music touring world, while the author really makes readers believe there are mystical creatures with the trio on tour.Randee spends much of her time in the evening focusing on speculative fiction across categories like sci-fi, fantasy, and horror, while writing entertainment and lifestyle stories during the day for publications that include Today.com, NBCNews.com, Variety, The Los Angeles Times, and more.Photo: Dflux Photography******If you would like to contact the show about being a guest please email us at Dauna@bettertopodcast.comFollow us on Social MediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/author_d.m.needom/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bettertopodcastwithdmneedomAudio production by Rich Zei of Third Ear AudioIntro and Outro music compliments of Fast Suzi©2025 Better To...Podcast with D. M.NeedomSupport the show
Have you ever wondered why horror games and movies are so appealing to certain people? In this episode Eddie and Justin answer this question by exploring the psychology of horror. They also look at horror games being marketed to children. Plus, find out which co-host is a huge weenie when it comes to horror.
Summary: Three film students vanish after traveling into a Maryland forest to film a documentary on the local Blair Witch legend, leaving only their footage behind.
This week, we take to TikTok Live and discuss our favourite, and not-so favourite, found footage movies. From paranormal and witches, to ghosts and alien abductions!Apologies for the not so great audio!Intro music provided by Steve Yarwood & Ambienfinity
The Blair Witch Project machte im Jahr 1999 das Fond-Footage-Genre schlagartig weltberühmt. Die einen lieben es, die anderen hassen es – wo stehen die HorrOhr-Boys? Das erfahrt ihr in diesem Triple-Feature, denn als Bonus reden wir auch über die seltsamen Sequels Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 und Blair Witch von 2016. Viel Spaß beim Gruseln – und verirrt euch nicht im Wald...
Hello and welcome listeners to Episode 268 of Journey with a Cinephile: A Horror Movie Podcast. In this episode, your tour guide, David Garrett Jr., continues with his Winter and End of Year Roundup. This is the 25th episode of these. We have a Double Feature with both featuring the Christmas holiday, more in one than the other. First is Don't Open Till Christmas (1984) and pairing it with Apartment 7A (2024). I also got to see these films for Mini-Reviews: The Halfway House (1944), Trivial (2024), Lowlifes (2024), Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) and a documentary of Curse of the Blair Witch (1999) along with two episodes of American Horror Stories: Season 3 and a literary review of an anthology, Doomed Romances: Strange Tales of Uncanny Love (2024) . I hope you enjoy coming on this journey with me! Time Codes: Intro: 0:00 - 3:13 Mini-Reviews: 3:34 - 29:43 Don't Open Till Christmas Trailer: 29:43 - 31:37 Don't Open Till Christmas Review: 31:37 - 41:50 Apartment 7A Trailer: 41:50 - 44:26 Apartment 7A Review: 44:26 - 55:49 Outro: 57:05 - 1:00:32 Social Media: Email: journeywithacinephile@gmail.com Reviews of the Dead Link: https://horrorreview.webnode.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dgarrettjr Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/buckeyefrommich Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/davidosu/ Instagram: davidosu87 Threads: davidosu87 Journey with a Cinephile Instagram: journeywithacinephile The Night Club Discord: Journey with a Cinephile
Wear good boots and don't forget that map; this Tuesday, we're headed into the woods north of Burkittsville to hunt down unmade/canceled BLAIR WITCH PROJECT sequels. Taped live from @sohohorrorfestSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Send us a textSet in the 1990s, this episode follows a murderous mime and his sitcom family. When rogue podcasters crash the set, the family tries to overcome the odds in time to be home for Santa's arrival. On Episode 645 of Trick or Treat Radio we kick off our 2024 edition of the December Double Feature Cram Jam by discussing the films Terrifier 3 and Krazy House! We also quote 80s comedies, talk about the cultural impact of horror slashers, and run through the details of our first ever Patreon Promotion! So grab your white grease paint, tune in to your favorite sitcom, and strap on for the world's most dangerous podcast!Stuff we talk about: Sam Raimi, Darkman, The Fifty States of Fright, Breakfast Club, Fantastic Four, Springtime for Hitler, Vietnam War, burning bras, Neil Degrasse High Mike Tyson, Dave Foley, Whose Line Is It Anyway?, Nosferatu, Love At First Bite, Once Bitten, Howard Storm, Stuart Charno, Just One of the Guys, Friday the 13th Part 2, Christine, Joyce Hyser, Deborah Goodrich, House, William Katt, Cobra Kai, William Zabka, Cyndi Lauper, Wildcats, Woody Harrelson, Wesley Snipes, Blade, Goldie Hawn, Nipsey Russell, Bubba Smith, Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol, James Brown, If Loving James Brown is Wrong I Don't Want to be White, lead copay, the American Healthcare system is f*cked, South Park, Sicko, Michael Moore, Blair Witch moment, Terrifier 3, Damien Leone, David Howard Thornton, Art the Clown, John Wick, the horror pantheon, The Joker, reflections of our society, communicating with emoji, Brainscan, gore with supernatural elements, 100% more mutilated cock, Nick Frost, Alicia Silverstone, a medicine ball with feet, Krazy House, Steffen Haars, Flip Van der Kuil, 90s sitcoms, Azrael, Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person, Patreon Contest, Hot Sauce Challenge, Full Eclipse, Mario Van Peebles, Passenger 57, A Ghost Story For Christmas, Talk Without Rhythm, Scrooged, there is no prequel to Dracula, out-Jokering the Joker, who gives a shit about sympathy, mime is money, and Aren't the Clown.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trickortreatradioJoin our Discord Community: discord.trickortreatradio.comSend Email/Voicemail: mailto:podcast@trickortreatradio.comVisit our website: http://trickortreatradio.comStart your own podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=386Use our Amazon link: http://amzn.to/2CTdZzKFB Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/trickortreatradioTwitter: http://twitter.com/TrickTreatRadioFacebook: http://facebook.com/TrickOrTreatRadioYouTube: http://youtube.com/TrickOrTreatRadioInstagram: http://instagram.com/TrickorTreatRadioSupport the show
Hang onto your slipcases because Alexei Toliopoulos (Finding Drago, The Last Video Store) and Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) team up to unbox, unpack and unveil upcoming IMPRINT FILMS physical media releases.In this episode, we discuss:Suspiria (2018) - Imprint Collection #356 (4K UHD + 2 Blu-ray)The Blair Witch Project Collection (1999 / 2000) - Imprint Collection Superstition (1982)Death Valley (1982) - Imprint Collection #361Brother (2000) – Imprint Asia #7TV Movie Of The Week: Collection One (1971 / 1972 / 1973) – Imprint Television #12 – 14Support: JOIN THE ONE HEAT MINUTE PATREON FOR AS LITTLE AS $1 A MONTHFollow the hosts:Blake Howard - Twitter & One Heat Minute Website Alexei Toliopoulos - Twitter & The Last Video StoreSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Happy Thanksgiving! We're serving up a side of Sasquatch with our candied yams! Today's episode is ALL BIGFOOT movies - Roar! Dave and Tom are joined by THWTP super fan Sean Holt. The trio review a grimy video nasty called Night of the Demon (1980). Followed by another shaky-cam entry from one half of the Blair Witch team, Exists (2014). Finally something called Primal Rage (2018), which stars a man who is not rough trade but smooth trade??? Hmmm… give it a listen to help translate this strange language.
In this remarkable 100th episode of Genre Exposure, we do our usual just a bit early and usher 2024 to a close with a final look back over the year. First, we reflect a bit on the podcast itself and go over some things we learned and struggled with during the year and highlight some of our favorite moments and share just a few regrets. After that, we take our stab at proper top 10 lists and go over some of our favorite film discoveries we made this year. This will be Jason's last episode for the year as he gears up for a very special vacation. Join us in wishing him well on his trip. Dustin will continue his J-Horror Journal to close out 2024 and look for Genre Exposure to return proper in full force next year. To everyone that has tuned in, left a comment, or even reached out with feedback, thank you so much. We really appreciate it and it means the world to us. Here's looking forward to 2025 and another year of exploring (and celebrating) the wide world of cinema. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Frankie Freako (2024) -Dustin: Curse of the Blair Witch (1999) & The Blair Witch Project (1999) & The Burkittsville 7 (2000) & Shadow of the Blair Witch (2000) & Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 (2000) & Blair Witch (2016) December 2024 Releases to Keep an Eye On -Sonic the Hedgehog 3 -The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim -Y2K -Babygirl -Nosferatu Dustin's Top 10 For 2024 10: Lisa Frankenstein 9: MadS 8: In A Violent Nature 7: Heretic 6: MaXXXine 5: Smile 2 4: Alien: Romulus 3: Terrifer 3 2: Love Lies Bleeding 1: The Substance Honorable Mentions: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Freedom & Transformers One & Immaculate & Milk & Serial & V/H/S/ Beyond & Oddity & Black Cab Jason's Top 10 For 2024 10: Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga 9: Immaculate 8: The Substance 7: Heretic 6: Terrifier 3 5: Civil War 4: The Last Stop in Yuma County 3: Strange Darling 2: In A Violent Nature 1: Dune: Part Two Honorable Mentions: Frankie Freako & Alien: Romulus & V/H/S/ Beyond & Abigail & Longlegs Show Notes -Jump back for our favorite episode this year: The Movies That Scare Us -Go check out all the other fine shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Related Film: Death Forest -Related Film: Death Forest 4 -Related Film: Death Forest 5 -Related Film: PG: Psycho Goreman -Related Film: Critters -Related Film: Gremlins -Related Film: Munchies -Related Film: 976-Evil -Related Film: Hobgoblins -Related Film: Tomie -Related Film: Streets of Fire -Related Film: Possum -Related Film: The Fisher King -Related Film: Sonic the Hedgehog -Related Film: Sonic the Hedgehog 2 -Related Film: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring -Related Film: The Witch -Related Film: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery -Related Film: Secretary -Related Film: The Northman -Related Film: Jennifer's Body -Related Film: Frankenhooker -Related Film: Pet Sematary -Related Game: The Legend of Zelda -Related Film: Mad Max: Fury Road -Related Film: Thor -Related Film: The Eye (2008) -Related Film: Dawn of the Dead (2004) -Related Film: 28 Days Later -Related Film: 1917 -Related Series: Euphoria -Related Film: The First Omen -Related Film: Friday the 13th -Related Film: Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives -Related Film: ABCs of Death 2 -Related Film: Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon -Related Film: Creep -Related Film: Angst -Related Film: Man Bites Dog -Related Film: Society -Related Film: Parasite (1982) -Related Film: Revenge -Related Film: Videodrome -Related Film:The Shining -Related Film: Psycho -Related Film: Requiem For A Dream -Related Film: Haunt -Related Film: 65 -Related Film: X -Related Film: Pearl -Related Film: Ms. 45 -Related Film: Once Upon a Time in Hollywood -Related Film: All Hallows Eve -Related Film: Terrifier -Related Film: Terrifier 2 -Related Film: A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors -Related Film: Halloween III: Season of the Witch -Related Film: Friday the 13th Part III -Related Ad: Art the Clown at Spirit Halloween -Related Clip: Art the Clown closes the Stock Exchange -Related Film: Ju-On: The Grudge -Related Film: Ju-On: The Grudge 2 -Related Film: Annihilation -Related Film: Men -Related Film: Alien: Covenant -Related Film: Alien -Related Film: Aliens -Related Film: Halloween Kills -Related Film: The Wolf of Snow Hollow -Related Film: From Dusk Till Dawn -Related Film: Twilight -Related Film: Saint Maud -Related Film: The Blackcoat's Daughter -Related Anime: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED -Related Film: Transformers: The Movie -Related Film: Scarecrow Gone Wild
Send us a textEver wondered what ancient secrets lie hidden in the rugged landscapes of New Mexico? Join me, Craig the Natural Medic, as we unlock the mysteries etched into the stone walls of Crow Canyon. Marvel at the intricate petroglyphs left behind by the ancient Pueblo and Navajo peoples, showcasing everything from corn plants to enigmatic deities. Through this immersive journey, you'll uncover the historical context and artistic techniques that birthed these fascinating carvings, alongside some thought-provoking connections to modern pop culture. Our adventure takes us through the awe-inspiring panels of Crow Canyon, with unique insights into the significance of these images, from the stick-like prehistoric figures reminiscent of the Blair Witch lore to majestic depictions of native wildlife. As we traverse this ancient gallery, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the tools and materials used by these ancient cultures, as well as the timeless stories they might hold. Whether you're a history enthusiast, an art lover, or simply curious about the prehistoric world, this episode promises to captivate and enrich your understanding of New Mexico's hidden treasures.Support the show
It's fun to reminisce with friends about past horrors, right? Well, this one is a bit more literal as the first thing Royale w/ Cheese wanted to talk about was Halloween Ends and that's a past horror to me for all the wrong reasons. No, the name of the day is JASON EGAN and we're talking his IP based escape rooms offered off the strip in Las Vegas, NV. We first did The BLAIR WITCH, then we did SAW, and finished it with IT chapters 1 and 2. All were amazing. All were gush-able. But the crown jewel rests in Area 15 - let's talk MEOW WOLF. Maybe not. Keep the spoilers free, here. You need to go, you need to experience it yourself - just TRUST ME. GO. DO IT. But that's all that we covered as far as our recent trip to Sin City goes. I couldn't have this guy back for his second episode without reading SOMETHING though, right? Of course not. Let's get classic with it! We read a classic creepy pasta, submitted by our listener and patron TrevorTheWereFishy and then we go a NoSleep story I've been holding onto for a while. Strap in and strap on, folks. It's gonna be a long night! The Antiguan Giant (2:06:56) https://www.creepypasta.com/the-antiguan-giant/ Budget Cinema by Dr_VonHugenstein (2:23:09) https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/wxozd/budget_cinemaNEW! Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/LOTSA_PASTAAND KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/lotsa_pastaMERCH: www.redbubble.com/people/elcapitanmuerte/portfolioYOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxoqIN-fkfdlmGEjWujypxwSOUNDCLOUD: www.soundcloud.com/lotsa-pasta/(But also available on all major platforms like iTunes, Spotify, Google, Amazon, etc!)FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/LPCaptainDeathFOLLOW ON REDDIT: www.reddit.com/r/LotsaPasta/Featuring wonderful ambient music from our fam in Sweden: CryoChamber, givin' us all the ooky-spooky tunage. Follow: @cryo-chamber Thank you!“Astral Alley“ is not my song. I do not claim ownership. Credit and All rights are reserved by the owners.
Tim Sutton (Marble Hornets) joins the lads for a bit of light camping and intense witch-hunting as they cover Eduardo Sánchez and Daniel Myrick's 1999 horror phenomenon: The Blair Witch Project. Topics include the film's DIY filmmaking, the unprecedented marketing, and what it means to reap the consequences of a nation's wrongdoings when you're just trying to make a dang student film. Tim Sutton: Twitter // Instagram Marble Hornets: Youtube Media Referenced in this Episode: The Blair Witch Project. Dir. Eduardo Sánchez and Daniel Myrick. Haxan Films. 1999 Curse of the Blair Witch. Dir. Eduardo Sánchez and Daniel Myrick. Haxan Films. 1999. 8 Days in the Woods: The Making of The Blair Witch Project by Matt Blazi. “The Blair Thumb”. Dir. Steve Odekerk. 2002 The Blair Witch Project: The Dossier by D.A. Stern. Onyx Publishing. 1999. The Blair Witch Project: An Oral History by Scott Meslow. The Week. January 13th, 2015. The Blair Witch Project's Heather Donahue Is Alive and Well by Scott Meslow. GQ. September 16th, 2016. The Official Blair Witch Website The extended fan cut of The Blair Witch Project Old archived list of Blair Witch parody sites TWOAPW theme by Brendan Dalton: Patreon // brendan-dalton.com // brendandalton.bandcamp.com Interstitial: “1:49 AM on November 3rd, 2024” // Written And Performed by A.J. Ditty // “Brothers on a Hotel Bed” Piano Cover by Stephen Guilbert
Join Jesse, Zach, and Micheal as they interview Eduardo Sánchez, the co-director of the groundbreaking horror classic, The Blair Witch Project!
It's been a long time coming, but we are BACK BABY! As we launch into Season 2 of Beer Before Fear, Erik and I venture into the shadowy depths of "The Blair Witch Project." This episode delves into the chilling tale that transformed horror cinema with its raw footage and haunting realism, blurring the lines between fact and fiction.Erik is back with another meticulously curated beer for us to sample, chosen specifically to complement the nightmarish uncertainty and minimalist terror of the film. This brew's unique characteristics enhance our exploration of the movie's innovative approach and its profound influence on the found footage genre.Join us as we dissect "The Blair Witch Project," from its ingenious low-budget execution to its enduring impact on horror storytelling. Grab a glass and settle in for a night of eerie tales and exceptional beer, perfect for a deep dive into the lore of the Blair Witch.Follow us on Instagram, and say hi!
Even though The Blair Witch Project didn't invent the genre, it's probably the best-known and the biggest hit of all the found footage movies. The online marketing campaign was especially revolutionary. It's a shame that Daniel Myrick and Eduardo Sanchez never hit these heights again as writers or directors, but they got so much mileage out of their made-up story, considering it was mostly improvised by the then-unknown Heather Donahue, Joshua Leonard and Michael Williams. The unresolved mystery takes a lot of heat for its ambiguity, yet Ryan's one-man show talks about how haunting the whole thing still feels 25 years later. This 621st edition of Have You Ever Seen also talks a lot about who or what might have caused these 3 to disappear. So face the wall on this penultimate day of both October and of Scary Movie Month as this episode tries to figure out the horrific deal in The Blair Witch Project. Additional note: both the fake documentary "The Curse Of The Blair Witch" and the 2016 "Blair Witch" have been rewatched since recording this podcast. The "doc" is indeed very effective and even quite eerie. And while the 2016 sequel has its moments, Adam Wingard is WAY too reliant on jump scares and loud shock moments to bother building the dread the original Blair Witch did. Sparkplug Coffee sponsors Have You Ever Seen. Go to "sparkplug.coffee/hyes" and use that "HYES" promo code to save 20% off your next order. Say some things to us on Twi-X (@moviefiend51 and @bevellisellis). Bev goes by that handle on Threads as well. Or email us (haveyoueverseenpodcast@gmail.com). Rate and review us in your podcast app. And look for these things on YouTube (@hyesellis in your browser). You can comment all you like, subscribe to the show and hit the thumbs up.
This week on CultPop, the crew discusses their Stephen King Movie Bracket! Take a listen and then feel free to comment below if you agree or disagree, or email us at CultPOPgo@gmail.com! You can find JD's stuff at: www.JohnnyDestructo.com and tweet at him @jdsherocomplex You can also help support this show at www.patreon.com/johnnydestructo You can find Noel Bartocci on... The post Blair Witch Trilogy! – CultPOP Podcast 99 appeared first on CultPOP!.
Welcome back to another installment in our Snake With Big Teeth 2024 celebration. This time we watched a game show where literally nothing happens. Like, truly... nothing. So get ready for an episode that is half discussing the extended universe of Sonic the Hedgehog and half discussing Shakespeare's timeless classic Hamlet. Do we blur the lines between those two worlds? You'll have to listen to find out! (But I mean, yeah. Of course we do.) Zach liked Ghost Whisperer for the plot, Jared adds a new Haunted House Rule™, and Adam is definitely Tails. Talking Points Include: What Happened To Knuckles, Halloween Costumes, Fifteen Minutes of Silence, Top Ghost Complaints, Return of Jared's Haunted House Rules, All of Les Mis, A Chance to Shoot Our Spec Script, It Can't Be Happy's Place, Hamlet Live Commentary
The story of the Blair Witch didn't end with those three filmmakers in the woods... For the first time ever, the untold stories of the Legend of the Blair Witch has been revealed In 1991 a Wiccan Coven based in Baltimore was tasked with cleansing the evil forces haunting the woods of Burkittsville Maryland. Overly Cocky & underprepared, they're about to find out who the woods belong to… Like the music in this? Check out Composer Denis Nadeau's Site & Soundcloud for more! https://www.denisnadeaucomposer.com https://soundcloud.com/dennado More Blair Witch Stuff: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLy8HpKRa7deMjKV6i4Dx1RHSL7Yaqi2fG More Motion Comics: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLy8HpKRa7dePCKBevuS9LnX_d6rsFK1v3 Make sure to subscribe here or check us out on Apple Podcasts, Podbean, our site & on Social Media Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/second-rate-film-school/id1542497111 Podbean: https://secondratefilmschool.podbean.com/# Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SecondRateFi... Twitter: https://twitter.com/rate_film Site: http://www.awaasproductions.com Previous Episode: https://youtu.be/-ceF8fY2O8Y
In the small town of Burkittsville, Maryland, student filmmakers Heather, Josh and Mike, head into the woods to document the folklore tale of the Blair Witch. Unable to find their way out, the filmmakers are terrorised by forces unseen. The Blair Witch Project changed the landscape of cinema. It popularised a new form of horror movie, used the burgeoning internet to its advantage when marketing the film, and as a result became one of the most profitable films ever made. All The Right Movies are lost, angry in the woods, and no one is here to help us. That's our motivation. Episode sponsors: BetterHelp: For a 10% discount off your first month with BetterHelp, click here Connect with ATRM: To support what we do, access our archive and listen to exclusive episodes, become an ATRM patron: Listen on Patreon Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Twitter: @ATRightMovies YouTube: Subscribe to our channel Instagram: @allthe_rightmovies Facebook: Join our movie group Bluesky: @alltherightmovies.com TikTok: @alltherightmovies Website: alltherightmovies.com
Mike Burdge is joined by Scotty Arnold to discuss what we've all been up to for the past few months, as well as diving into the decades spanning franchise of The Blair Witch, including The Curse of the Blair Witch, The Blair Witch Project, Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 and Blair Witch. Topics include liking movies that some just straight up detest, the Wingard/Barrett onslaught on horror, found footage as a horror sub-genre and the timelessness of certain films that just feel cursed.
On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, it's Halloween, and as we have done in the past for Halloween and Christmas, we like to put out a bit of a compilation of favorite topics or interviews from years past that celebrate these specific holidays. And this one has a very special anniversary episode, actually TWO of them. First up: we return to one of our favorite segments as we decide, once-and-for-all, what the is the BEST! Could it be The Exorcist, or possibly Poltergeist? Could A Nightmare on Elm Street out-slash The Blair Witch Project? Is Paranormal Activity more ghastly (and ghostly) than The Ring? Do exploding stomachs out-scare the horrific haunting that takes place in The Conjuring? Find out the winner with our Scariest Movie Battle Royale! Then, it is time to prep for All Hallows' Eve as we take to our own respective graveyards and dig up obscure Halloween movies. Trick r Treat has taken off in recent years, and there are many little unspoken gems like this one to get us all hyped up for the best movie season of the year for horror fans! Take a listen, and rest assured to walk away with at least a few new Halloween gems to watch this season of the witch. Next, it is the 25th anniversary of The Blair Witch Project this year. If you find a list of the greatest horror films, you'll find this now classic on that list. $250 million made worldwide, popularizing an entire genre and inspiring countless filmmakers across the globe, and even earned a Guinness world record for top budget to box office ratio – Blair Witch has earned the title of classic. And for the film's 25th anniversary, we wanted to sit down and discuss the film and its legacy with one of the filmmakers directly responsible for it, Eduardo Sánchez. Finally, it is the 10th anniversary of our special podcast episode on Women In Horror. Justin Macumber and Aaron Peterson are joined by guests (at the time) Amanda and Eliyanna to discuss how women in films, specifically horror films, have evolved throughout the years. From the early days of the black and white classics, such as Psycho, to the ‘Final Girl' and revenge fantasy films of the 70's, all the way to modern times with Scream, Buffy, and others: The entire history of women in horror films is open for debate. This is a detailed, lively, and entertaining discussion you do NOT want to miss! Discussed on this episode (00:00 – 1:07:59) Scariest Movie Ever (1:08:00 – 1:52:25) Obscure Halloween / Horror Movies (1:52:26 – 2:39:49) Interview with The Blair Witch Project director Eduardo Sánchez (2:39:50 – 4:51:50) Women in Horror Listen to our other podcast, Inspired By A True Story, now available in your favorite podcast feed! Please support The Hollywood Outsider and gain immediate access to bonus content, including Patreon exclusive podcast content like our Bad Movie Night by visiting Patreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsider Be sure to join our Facebook Group Join us on Discord Follow us on X @BuyPopcorn Subscribe on Apple Subscribe on Spotify Subscribe via RSS
The Blair Witch Project stands alone in the kind of panic it caused. No film before or since has quite hit the same fevered pitch, where many people actually thought it was real. What made it so magical? How did it come to be, and why did it freak us out like it did?David Sims joins us to talk urban legends, predecessors to The Blair Witch Project, and the found footage films that have since tried to recreate its culture-gripping moment since.Our guest David Sims is a culture writer at The Atlantic, and also hosts the podcast Blank Check. Follow his work @davidlsims and find @blankcheckpod wherever you listen to podcasts.Want even more Panic World content? Like ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, and access to the Garbage Day Discord? Sign up for a membership at https://www.patreon.com/PanicWorld.Want to sponsor Panic World? Ad sales & marketing support by Multitude http://multitude.productions.Credits- Host: Ryan Broderick- Producer: Grant Irving- Researcher: Adam Bumas- Business Manager: Josh Fjelstad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Blair Witch Project stands alone in the kind of panic it caused. No film before or since has quite hit the same fevered pitch, where many people actually thought it was real. What made it so magical? How did it come to be, and why did it freak us out like it did? David Sims joins us to talk urban legends, predecessors to The Blair Witch Project, and the found footage films that have since tried to recreate its culture-gripping moment since. Our guest David Sims is a culture writer at The Atlantic, and also hosts the podcast Blank Check. Follow his work @davidlsims and find @blankcheckpod wherever you listen to podcasts. Want even more Panic World content? Like ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, and access to the Garbage Day Discord? Sign up for a membership at https://www.patreon.com/PanicWorld. Want to sponsor Panic World? Ad sales & marketing support by Multitude http://multitude.productions. Credits - Host: Ryan Broderick - Producer: Grant Irving - Researcher: Adam Bumas - Business Manager: Josh Fjelstad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We look at scares throughout the ages, ‘Blair Witch' producer Gregg Hale joins us … plus Blaine Krauss from ‘Hamilton' tells what it's like to play the big man and our weekly Top 10 Colorado Headliners In this jam-packed episode of the OnStage Colorado Podcast, hosts Alex Miller and Toni Tresca look at all the spooky happenings going on this month on Colorado stages and take a deep dive into the origins of people scaring people. From stories from ancient Romans to Get Out, what's behind the appeal to be scared? For this discussion we also have a special guest: Gregg Hale, the producer of 1999's bonkers-scary Blair Witch Project. Gregg offers some insight into what made the film resonate so strongly and how it came into being. Later in the podcast, Alex catches up with Blaine Krauss, who can be seen on stage at the Denver Center in the touring production of Hamilton. After understudying both Hamilton and Aaron Burr, Krauss is in the big man's shoes, and he talks about how he got here and how he views the relationship between the two historic figures. And as usual we run down our Top 10 Colorado Headliners — shows or events we think you should keep an eye out for if you have a chance to see them. This week's Headliners: Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas in Concert, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver Performing Arts Complex, Oct. 25-26 Mindgame, Wheat Ridge Theatre Company, Oct. 25-Nov. 10 A Twilight Zone Parody: Serling Centennial, Oct. 25-Nov. 10 Matt & Ben, UnLeashed Theatre Company, Oct. 25-Nov. 30 Cannibal the Musical, Town Hall Arts Center, Littleton, Oct. 25-Nov. 3 Monopoly Lifesized Travel Edition, DCPA Off Center, Broadway Park Denver, Oct. 22-Jan. 5 Nunsense, Parker Arts Pace Center, Oct. 25-Nov. 7 Hadestown, Fort Collins Lincoln Center, Oct. 25-27 Ghostlight, Thunder River Theatre Company, Carbondale, Oct. 25-31 Why Theatre Matters Today with David Hyde Pierce, Mizel Center, Denver, Oct. 26 at 4 Links: John Moore's story about David Hyde Pierce in the Denver Gazette Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to the Podcast and Upcoming Shows 02:05 - Diving into Hamilton: A Cultural Phenomenon 05:53 - Exploring Dance: Wonderbound's Devil's Crush 09:56 - Frankenstein: An Immersive Experience 14:11 - Million Dollar Quartet: A Musical Journey 18:05 - Political Satire: The Ballet of Paula Aguilar 22:05 - Ghost Stories and Haunted Tours in Colorado 25:54 - The Evolution of Scary Stories 29:55 - Monsters Through the Ages: Vampires and Revenants 33:55 - Gothic Literature and Its Impact on Horror 34:52 - Native American Folklore and Horror 37:15 - The Evolution of Horror Films 40:30 - Iconic Horror Films and Their Impact 46:38 - The Rise of Slasher Films 49:25 - Modern Classics featuring Gregg Hale, producer of ‘The Blair Witch Project' 53:01- Social Commentary in Contemporary Horror 56:43 - Upcoming Horror Events and Cultural Reflections 1:19:30 - Interview with Blaine Krauss from ‘Hamilton' Broadway touring production
On this episode of Horror Notes - Adam is joined by special guest, Zach Saltz. They both journey to Maryland to track down the Blair Witch and deep dive the 1999 found footage film - The Blair Witch Project. They also have a physical media corner - talking about DVD's and Blu-Rays! Then Adam, reviews the new HBO Max movie - Salem's Lot! Where are they streaming?The Blair Witch Project - PeacockSalem's Lot - Max (00:00) Intro(02:37) - Physical Media Corner(29:00) - Zach's Horror Blind Ranking(32:40) - The Blair Witch Project Review(1:10:08) - Salem's Lot Review Follow Adam on Letterboxd - https://letterboxd.com/almostsideways/ Daly Notes is hosted by Adam Daly and is a part of the AlmostSideways family. Find AlmostSideways everywhere! Website almostsideways.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/ AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsideways Terry's Twitter: @almostsideterry Zach's Twitter: @pro_zach36 Todd: Too Cool for Twitter Adam's Twitter: @adamsideways Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m Stitcher https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/almost-sideways-movie-podcast YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
Dr. Kirby Surprise, author of Synchronicity: The Art of Coincidence, Choice, and Unlocking Your Mind joins us to talk about what synchronicity is, what it is not, and how you can normalize it in your life. But it doesn't end there. Jeff and Jer bring Dr. Surprise down the rabbit hole of alien abductions and spirituality to see if his work is applicable to Paratopian findings. And you know what? The answer is... yes. All of this leads to a spectacular afterchat where the hosts flesh out some startling new insights into the possible nature of ''contact.'' Aaaand then there's an EVP. And the ending is Blair Witch for real. Oh, this one has everything. Buckle up! You can't find this ride any place else. (originally aired: 02.09.2012) Help Keep Paratopia and Our Undoing Radio going. Please donate today: www.ko-fi.com/jayvay
This episode Nez and Brian head deep into the woods in Maryland to help look for a young mans lost sister that disappeared back in 1999 in the 2016 found footage horror/mystery BLAIR WITCH. A young man and his friends venture into the Black Hills Forest in Maryland to uncover the mystery surrounding his missing sister. Many believe her disappearance 17 years earlier is connected to the legend of the Blair Witch. At first the group is hopeful, especially when two locals act as guides through the dark and winding woods. As the night wears on, a visit from a menacing presence soon makes them realize that the legend is all too real, and more sinister than they could have ever imagined. Hit up E Society on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/ESocietyPodcast/ Check out our ESP Podbean feed. https://macnezpodcast.podbean.com/ E Society YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCliC6x_a7p3kTV_0LC4S10A E Society and Mac-Nez t-shirts Tee Public: http://tee.pub/lic/9ko9r4p5uvE X: @esocietypod @macnezpod @TheoZissou Instagram: @esocietypod @thezissou @macnezpod Nez and Taylor Blu-ray IG pages: @bluraynez @blurayterror TicTock: @esocietypod
Basically, they're these malevolent evil spirits that only exist to cause pain and commit evil for their own amusement. It's pretty creepy- I mean, they stalk Draft Class for years, like decades, and sometimes they're really intelligent in the way they do things to freak you out.Joining Jon Saks for the Final Round of the FOUND FOOTAGE HORROR MOVIES Draft - SPECIAL GUESTS!Bianca Soto"Let us know what Draft you would like to listen to by sending us a message!"Support the showFollow SadisticSupport the show
It's not quite Draft Class. It's like a totally filtered reality. It's like you can pretend everything's not quite the way it is....As the spooky season grows darker, we must embrace the darkness of a sub-genre of horror films that has produced some of the most profitable and ripped off movies of the past 25 years. A sub-genre that is still carving into audiences hearts to this day, and has given us some great scares along the way, FOUND FOOTAGE HORROR MOVIES!Joining Jon Saks for 2 Rounds of the FOUND FOOTAGE HORROR MOVIES Draft - SPECIAL GUESTS!Bianca Soto"Let us know what Draft you would like to listen to by sending us a message!"Support the showFollow SadisticSupport the show
Some of you may not recognize Michael C. Williams at first glance, but stick him in a dark basement, turn him around, and have him stare at the wall—instant recognition. Michael is THE Michael from the now iconic THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT, which this year celebrates 25 years of forever changing the path of our genre. Michael's career continues to grow with the release this month of GHOST GAME from DREAD films. I had the opportunity to spend some time with Michael, speaking a little bit about the legacy of Blair Witch but mostly about his involvement in GHOST GAME. Check it out! Synopsis: “As part of an internet challenge to live undetected in a stranger's home, a daring couple target an infamous haunted house and endure a series of chilling incidents as they witness a family descending into madness.” GHOST GAME gets a limited theatrical opening on Oct. 18th – and then it hits VOD everywhere on Oct. 22nd.
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Join us as we chat about the Blair Witch from Burkittsville, Maryland. We'll discuss inspirations for the movie, the wild filming process and experience, as well as what the actors of the movie are currently fighting for. Links to watch the movies:Watch the Curse of the Blair Witch (the SYFY mockumentary that came out first)Watch Blair Witch (1999)The actors' instagrams:Rei Hance (previously Heather Donahue)Joshua LeonardMichael C. WilliamsJoin our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449439969638764A special thank you to our jam thief, Mary Quiton!https://www.patreon.com/truecreepshttps://www.truecreeps.com/shopwww.truecreeps.comHave an episode idea or a question about a case? Submit them here: https://www.truecreeps.com/ideasandquestionsTwitter @truecreepsInstagram @truecreepspodFacebook.com/truecreepspodEmail us at truecreepspod@gmail.comDecoding The Backstory Of 'The Blair Witch Project'SENECA CREEK STATE PARKHeather DonahueOpen Letter to Lionsgate'Blair Witch Project' Cast Hasn't Seen Financial Success From FranchiseNew 'Blair Witch Project' Movie In Works From Blumhouse & Lionsgate'Blair Witch' Cast Ask Lionsgate for Back Residuals, Consultation'Blair Witch Project' Cast Hasn't Seen Financial Success From Franchise'Blair Witch Project' Actors Say They're Still Being Exploited By Studio | HuffPost EntertainmentGhosts and Legends of Burkittsville, Maryland | THE REAL BLAIR WITCHThis Strange Phenomenon In Maryland Is Too Weird For WordsBurkittsville, MD - Spook Hill
Welcome to the podcast! Join hosts Ant and Mitch as they dive into reviews and discussions on a diverse lineup of films. This episode covers everything from the epic vision of *Megalopolis* to the dark comedy *The Substance*, and the emotional journey of *The Wild Robot*. They'll also explore the thought-provoking documentary *Will and Harper*, the controversial sequel *Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2*, the time-bending *We Live in Time*, and the much-anticipated *Joker: Folie à Deux*. Buckle up for in-depth analysis, insights, and plenty of movie talk! https://linktr.ee/thehollywoodpersona Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview of Upcoming Movies 02:46 The 31 Movies of October Challenge 05:35 Reviewing American Psycho 08:32 Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 11:18 Horror Movies to Watch 14:03 Box Office Insights and Predictions 16:50 Megalopolis Review 22:33 The Wild Robot 28:07 The Substance 51:34 Joker 2 01:01:06 Will and Harper 01:06:31 We Live in Time 01:09:29 Azreal 01:11:50 Upcoming Films and Anticipations
Send us a textThis week kicks off our horror movie month!!! For his pick, Josh went with The Blair Witch Project and we did not look back on this one fondly. Then Josh of course swears that he is the expert in men's fashionBe sure to come and chat with us here:Website: www.icbympodcast.comFacebook: @icbympodcastTwitter: @icbympodcastInstagram: @icbympodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/7Vu7WCn58J
This week we chat with Stuart Ortiz, the writer/director behind Grave Encounters 1 & 2 as well as Extraterrestrial. We chat with him about his latest movie Strange Harvest: Occult Murder in the Inland Empire, a mockumentary true crime film with cosmic horror overtones. Strange Harvest just premiered at Fantastic Fest 2024 and will be rolling out to other film festivals coming up. Mary Beth and Terry absolutely loved it and it was a joy to be able to chat with Stuart about his film, the world building, his relationship to horror and ultimately why Curse of the Blair Witch terrified him growing up. We chat about the Sci-Fi mockumentary's ability to terrify, Terry shares his story of watching it right before Blair Witch came out and Mary Beth shares her thoughts as a first time watcher. You can follow Stuart on Instagram. Also be sure to check out his music that he creates as Blac Corset here on SoundCloud or wherever you listen to music! And be sure to keep an eye out for Strange Harvest as it starts its festival run. Follow Mary Beth, Terry and the Podcast on Twitter. We also have a Letterboxd HQ account, so follow us there, too! We're also on Bluesky with the same usernames. Support us on Patreon!If you want to support our podcast, please please take a moment to go rate us on Spotify and give us a rating and review on iTunes. It really helps us out with the algorithms. We also have a YouTube channel! Ask us for our Discord server!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today's episode, True Crime Fest Northwest 2024, features Kim K. from the True Crime Bullsh** team, as she asks us the most asked questions from our weekend at the event. We'd also like to say that it was really great to meet so many of you last weekend! We had some great conversations and met some really incredible people. We hope you enjoy the episode!We'd also like to thank our Patreon Producers:Heather Horton WhedonNicole GuzmanColleen SullivanLynnlie TuschoffAttar MannAnd Katelyn James
Escape Break takes a trip to Las Vegas, Nevada to experience some horror games of legend. Tune in to this episode to hear all about the Saw, Blair Witch, and IT Experiences. These escape rooms are not your traditional experiences so the crew is here to ensure you can have the best time while playing them. As always, no spoilers here, but Tati and Cager Ky are excited to share some tips to encourage you to take the trip out to the valley. This is Part 1 of 2 in the Vegas Adventures. We hope you enjoy!
First, something in the woods Followed by the REAL Blair Witch? Then, in our final story, what will the found footage reveal? Subscribe: https://bit.ly/subSNARLED Watch the latest: https://youtube.com/watch?playlist&list=PLlt49G0M7dfhhFe79kdPucjYzWv4CK8H1&index=1 Follow us EVERYWHERE: https://facebook.com/watchsomethingscary/ https://facebook.com/getsnarled/ https://instagram.com/wearesnarled/ https://twitter.com/wearesnarled Follow Steffany: TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@steffany_strange YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/SteffanyStrange Instagram: https://instagram.com/steffany_strange/ Follow Blair: TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@blairbathory Instagram: https://instagram.com/blairbathory/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/blairbathory1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/blairbathory Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/BlairBathory About SNARLED: Your home for scary stories, from urban legends to true tales of murder, mystery and the unknown. If you have Something Scary to tell us, send it to SomethingScary@snarled.com. More about the show! • Go to SomethingScary.com to check out the awesome Something Scary Merch. We've got something for everyone, from hoodies to hats to writer's notebooks. • Do you want to connect with other people who love horror and all things Something Scary? Join our Patreon and you get members only access to our Discord. And you can chat with all the other horror lovers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on the Bad Taste Video Podcast we were Live on our YouTube page with Matt from Future Video to discuss his release of the sov Blair Witch spoof , "The Blair Rabbit Project"!!!Visit Future Video!!!https://future-video.tv/Join us every Tuesday night Live at 9 PM EST!!!https://www.YouTube.com/@BadTasteVideoPodcastVisit our website!!https://www.BadTasteVideo.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
In 1994, three filmmakers disappeared. THEY'RE BACK! Lionsgate and Blumhouse are teaming up for a new BLAIR WITCH movie, but Heather, Mike, and Josh have some unfinished business. Literal business. It's complicated, but we'll make it real simple, and then do one FINAL* dive into some lesser-known franchise releases: Shadow of the Blair Witch, Blair Witch Files, Graveyard Sift…and some weird toys! HUGE thanks to Ben Rock, who you should follow HERE! [YouTube Version] [Sources and links] Get this episode AD-FREE on Patreon, along with our exclusive podcast The Netherworld Dispatch! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and ...X? For more, cruise through our LINKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The conversation discusses the impact and legacy of the Blair Witch Project, a found footage horror film that revolutionized the genre. It explores the marketing strategies used to present the film as a real documentary, creating a sense of mystery and intrigue. The conversation also delves into the sequel, Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2, and the criticisms it faced for deviating from the original's style and tone. The discussion highlights the importance of staying true to the elements that made the original successful and the consequences of studio interference. In this conversation, Bill and Prof. Christopher Bricklemyer discuss the Blair Witch franchise, including the original film, Book of Shadows, and the 2016 sequel. They analyze the impact of the first film on the horror genre and the success of its marketing. They also share their thoughts on the different films, grading them and discussing their strengths and weaknesses. The conversation concludes with a segment from Reverend Scott's Holy Shit, where he reviews the film Witchtrap and discusses The Final Cut.
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/
This is an update on the new developments surrounding one of my favorite movies of all time, The Blair Witch Project, paired with our 2019 minisode. When news broke that the film's production company Lionsgate will be reviving the franchise with genre giant Blumhouse, the three original actors took to social media with a serious bone to pick. The Blair Witch Project masqueraded as real found footage of three college students who went missing in the woods while recording a documentary on the local legend. The story of the missing students and the lore of the Blair Witch were both widely believed during its monumental release, and we are covering just how the directors and marketing team were able to pull off one of the greatest hoaxes in American history, creating an original urban legend and facilitating its spread while also using a truly unorthodox method of filming, essentially becoming the Blair Witch, that encouraged true fear out of the actors. Become a Patron to support our show and get early ad-free episodes and bonus content Or subscribe to American Hysteria on Apple Podcasts Find us on Instagram @americanhysteriapodcast Leave us a message on our Urban Legends Hotline or get your mitts on some merch at americanhysteria.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices