Reality of Producing Horror Movies - Josephina Sykes

Dive into a comprehensive 90-minute interview with horror film producer Josephina Sykes, exploring the realities of producing horror movies. Gain insights into censorship, the VHS era, underground circuits, creative freedom, and the differences between filmmaking in Romania, France, and the USA. Learn about Sykes' experiences with anthology films, working with name actors, and the challenges of movie promotion. Discover valuable advice for newcomers to the industry, common mistakes to avoid, and the importance of passion in filmmaking. Explore the evolving landscape of distribution deals and streaming platforms in the horror genre. Benefit from Sykes' wealth of experience as she shares her journey co-running Nightfall Pictures production company and creating award-winning horror films.

Intro
Censorship
Horror Movies
Horror Filmmaking
Cinema in Romania
VHS Era
The Underground Circuit
Dubs
Creative Freedom
Film School In France
Film School In Romania
Filmmaking In The US
American Blockbusters
Film School
Advice for Newcomers
Culture Shock
Horror Myths
Its Not All Glamour
Name Actors
Promoting The Movie
Filmmaking Advice
Trust People
Process With Brad
Anthology Film High 8
The Sequel
Submission Process
Scripts
Fun
Passion
Common Mistakes
Revealing Things
Distribution Deals
Streaming
Fog