Hey everyone, welcome back to The Howl, our monthly segment where my cohost Adam Cruz and I break down the latest horror news, share what we've been watching, and just generally geek out over everything horror.

The Howl is all about giving you a comprehensive yet entertaining look at what's happening in the world of horror, providing top-notch movie recommendations, and delivering a dash of humor along the way. If you want more of The Howl in your life, be sure to sign up for my newsletter at nicktaylor.com/thehowl, where you'll get a quick-read version sent right to your inbox every month.

As always, we'd love to hear from you on what you enjoy, what you'd like to see more of, or any other feedback you have to help us refine this segment. Plus, if you prefer a visual experience, check out The Nick Taylor Horror Show YouTube channel for the video version of these episodes.

So without further ado, here is me, Nick Taylor in conversation with Adam Cruz on this month's episode of The Howl.

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Movies Mentioned:

• Hereditary
• Martyrs
• Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer
• Last House on the Left
• Poor Things
• Late Night with the Devil
• Ready or Not
• Monkeyman
• Universal Monster Movies
• Renfield
• The Last Voyage of the Demeter
• Dracula (Nosferatu)
• In the Mouth of Madness
• Guillermo del Toro
• Killing of a Sacred Deer
• Omen Prequel (Immaculate)
• Satanic Hispanics
• Baghead
• Servant (Apple TV Show)

Andrew Lobel is the screenwriter behind one of this year's breakout horror hits, Immaculate. His journey to bring Immaculate from script to screen is a serious story of endurance and passion—it took 10 years from Andrew’s first draft for it to emerge into theatres. In this episode, Andrew dives into his origin story, writing process, and the saga of transforming Immaculate from a script into a fully realized film. Please give it up for Andrew Lobel.

Here are some takeaways from this conversation with Andrew Lobel:

Be patient and play the long game. Immaculate took 10 years from script to screen and emerged as one of the standout horror successes of the year. Andrew kept the project alive by constantly entertaining offers and conversations about the work, never fully giving up even in the face of repeated setbacks. Throughout this decade-long process, Andrew encountered numerous challenges, including a changing cast and fluctuating interest from producers. However, he never lost sight of his vision for the film. When Sydney Sweeney, who had auditioned for the movie early in her career, reached new levels of fame, her renewed interest and subsequent attachment to the project provided the momentum needed to finally bring Immaculate to life. This persistence underscores the importance of resilience and long-term commitment in the unpredictable world of filmmaking.

Be an adaptable collaborator. Andrew's commitment to adaptability played a crucial role in this ultimate success. Again and again, he reshaped his script to align with the vision of attached collaborators, demonstrating an unwavering dedication to the project and his team. It's easy for writers and creatives to fall into the trap of clinging too tightly to their original work, resisting feedback or necessary changes. This can be a major misstep. Filmmaking thrives on collaboration, and films also change shape a lot before they’re finished so being adaptable is the name of the game.

Always make a favorable impression. Andrew’s initial interactions with Sydney Sweeney during the initial casting of Immaculate left a significant and positive impression on her early in her career. Even after the project was initially shelved, the favorable experience and professional respect she held for Andrew and the project persisted. This enduring connection enabled the revival of the film years later when Sydney's career had reached new heights. Andrew’s ability to create a memorable and positive experience during their initial collaboration highlights the importance of professionalism and rapport in filmmaking, which can lead to fruitful opportunities long after the first meeting.

SHOW NOTES

Movies:

• Immaculate
• Euphoria
• White Lotus
• Anyone But You
• Everything Sucks
• Voyeurs

TV Shows:

• Handmaid's Tale

Books:

• Save the Cat by Blake Snyder

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Hey everyone, back with another monthly episode of The Howl, a new concept where me and my cohost Adam Cruz summarize and discuss the past month's horror news, share what we've watched recently, and just generally nerd out over all things horror.

Our goal with The Howl is to catch listeners up with all of the horror news they may have missed from the past month in a fun, conversational format. If you want a quick-read version of The Howl sent directly to your inbox every month, then sign up for my monthly newsletter at nicktaylor.com/thehowl.

So to recap, The Howl is all about catching you up on what's happening in horror, delivering some solid movie recommendations, and hopefully entertaining you at the same time. These episodes also have a video component, so feel free to check us out at The Nick Taylor Horror Show YouTube channel as well.

So without further ado, here is me, Nick Taylor in conversation with Adam Cruz on a new monthly segment we're calling The Howl.

SHOW NOTES:

Follow Adam Cruz at:

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/murdermemes_/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@murdermemes_

Store: www.murdermemes.shop

Follow Nick Taylor at:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicktaylorhorrorshow/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nicktaylorhorrorshow

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Nicktaylorhorrorshow

Website: www.nicktaylor.com

Movies Mentioned:

• Invisible Man (Blumhouse)
• Videodrome
• Chopping Mall
• The Fly
• Scanners
• The Brood
• Infinity Pool
• Possessor
• Mute Witness
• Wolf
• One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest
• Evil Dead (2013)
• Night of the Living Dead (remake)
• House
• Halloween
• Starship Troopers
• Five Easy Pieces
• Cool Hand Luke
• The Burbs
• Frighteners
• Tourist Trap
• The Island of Dr. Moreau (1996 version)
• The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning
• The Nightmare on Elm Street (remake)
• Friday the 13th (remake)
• The Hills Have Eyes (remake)
• The Last House on the Left (remake)
• Leatherface
• The Wolfman
• Little Shop of Horrors (original and remake)
• American Beauty
• Blowout
• Dressed to Kill
• Ghost
• Child's Play
• Scream series
• Immaculate
• St. Maud
• St. Agatha
• Late Night with the Devil
• Love Lies Bleeding
• Monkey Man
• Dream Scenario

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