When I had a chance to interview David Cronenberg for ET, I just had to spike the conversation with a little body-horror talk...
David Cronenberg Interview: Crawling All Over Robert Pattinson’s Face in ‘Cosmopolis’
Up-Close with The Creature…
What a thrill to be able to get up-close and personal with the star of John Carpenter's CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON remake (that never got filmed)!
The Amazing Stories Behind Fourth Films in Beloved Franchises
I chat with author Mark Edlitz, who explores the fourth entries of film franchises in his new book.
The Great ‘American Werewolf’ Reunion
That time I reunited John Landis, Rick Baker, David Naughton, Jenny Agutter, and Griffin Dunne to reminisce about AMERICAN WEREWOLF for the pages of Famous Monsters magazine.
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Beats, Burlesque, Bon Vivant: An Interview with Urge Overkill Music Manager Beth Winer
Beth Winer has managed top bands in the music industry including Urge Overkill, and she also happens to be my sister! Watch our interview as we discuss our upbringing and Beth's career evolution from passionate music lover to top-level manager to established burlesque performer.
Serious/Silly: Does Will Forte Have a Master Plan?
When Will Forte was getting awards buzz for NEBRASKA, I got to chat with him about his serious/silly career trajectory. But perhaps more importantly, I got to shine some light on the MACGRUBER movie!
The Making of ‘YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN’: My Mel Brooks FM Interview
When YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN celebrated its 40th anniversary, I had the distinct honor of interviewing Mel Brooks for an exclusive Famous Monsters magazine cover story, which won a Rondo Award!
Horror Experts on Hollywood’s ‘True’ Horror Stories: Fact or Frightful Fiction?
Fun article on horror flicks based on reported true tales that I contributed to a couple years ago, written by my pal Joal Ryan…
Vintage Universal Studios ‘Battle of Galactica’ Commercial is Frakkin’ Fun!
A video snapshot of that time I got to experience "The Battle of Galactica" at Universal Studios when I was 12!
‘In Search of Darkness’ in TV Guide’s Cheers & Jeers!
Finding out that my ‘80s horror documentary series made it into the "Cheers & Jeers" section of TV Guide makes my inner kid’s heart sing.
Trick & Treat: Gris Grimly Illuminates a Ray Bradbury Classic
I lunched with artist Gris Grimly, who shared his thoughts on Halloween and his inspiration to illustrate Ray Bradbury's classic All Hallow's Eve tale, THE HALLOWEEN TREE.
‘In Search of Darkness’ Turns Five!
It's incredible to think that five years have already passed since my '80s horror documentary IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS held its World Premiere at Beyond Fest...
My Road to ‘Darkness’
How did a kid who loved monster movies end up making a series of acclaimed long-form documentaries about '80s horror cinema? The path was not as direct as you might think...
Reflections on Arrakis: Brian Herbert Talks ‘Dune’ & His Dad
Prolific DUNE franchise author Brian Herbert, son of DUNE icon Frank Herbert, reflects on the enduring appeal and themes of the complex Sci-Fi series; writing a non-DUNE novel with his father, and more.
Bela Lugosi: ‘Dracula’ and a Family Legacy
I chat with Bela Lugosi, Jr. about growing up in the shadow of his legendary father, and granddaughter Lynne details the importance of maintaining Bela's legacy for future generations.
Martin Landau’s ‘Space: 1999’ Odyssey
My interview with the late, great Martin Landau about SPACE: 1999, in which he detailed the backroom battles and creative brilliance behind Gerry Anderson’s celebrated '70s Sci-Fi series.
My Mighty M.A.C. Men Action-Figure Adventures!
In the Super '70s before STAR WARS, M.A.C. Men -- Mobile Action Command -- dominated my play attention.
Left-of-Center ‘Star Wars’ Photos
Those left-of-center stills with a slightly different moment that transport us back to that galaxy far, far away one more time.
Edgar Wright Talks ‘The World’s End’ Origins
I revisit my chat with director Edgar Wright a decade after his Cornetto trilogy capper THE WORLD'S END burned up theaters.
These ‘Flash Gordon’ Lobby Cards Will Save Every One of Us
Enjoy these FLASH GORDON Lobby Cards along with a tale of why the 1980 movie means so much to me...
‘George’s Run’: A Trip Inside the Mind of Sci-Fi Writer George Clayton Johnson
My chat with writer/artist Henry Chamberlain, whose new graphic novel details his life-changing meetings with iconic TWIGHT ZONE & STAR TREK writer George Clayton Johnson.
Dirty Bastards: A Dive Into the Men-on-a-Mission War Subgenre
Dive into the dense cinematic catalog of war films that helped inspire Quentin Tarantino's INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS.
Dana Delany Looks Back at ‘China Beach’
I talk with Dana Delany about the impact of CHINA BEACH on TV and how the role of McMurphy changed her life.
That Time I Transformed Into a Witch for ‘Hansel & Gretel’
It's not every day that you walk into work, only to find yourself sitting in a pro film makeup-effects chair to become a hideous movie witch!
Margot Robbie Redefines the Femme Fatale in the Neon-Noir ‘Terminal’
I went down the rabbit hole with Margot Robbie, Simon Pegg and director Vaughn Stein, talking up their 2018 neon-noir crime-thriller, TERMINAL.
Slo-Mo Nostalgia: Lee Majors Remembers ‘The Six Million Dollar Man’
My fun chat with Lee Majors, who looks back fondly on the phenomenal ’70 series that made him a star — and inspired a generation of bionic believers!
‘The Godfather’: An ‘Offer’ You Shouldn’t Refuse
My thoughts on THE OFFER, about the making of THE GODFATHER, and my interview with the author of The Godfather: The Official Motion Picture Archives.
My Father’s Timeless Seagram’s Ads
When I think of Playboy magazine, I think of four things: the naked women, the Gahan Wilson comics, the articles, and the ads.
This is the ‘Way’: James Cameron’s Been Making Multiple ‘Avatar’ Sequels At the Same Time
What James Cameron told me about his approach to filming the AVATAR sequels: "Probably the most challenging thing I’ve ever done."
Mohawk Maniac: Vernon Wells Reminisces ‘Road Warrior’
Vernon Wells discusses the origins of his savage ROAD WARRIOR villain and shares behind-the-scenes secrets from one of the most influential post-apocalyptic films ever made.
Guillermo del Toro on His Mad Monster-Fueled Formative Years
Guillermo del Toro explains how monster movies and magazines motivated him to learn English in his early years to become the ultimate Monster Kid.
Reflecting on a Fiberglass Romance: Mark Hamill Talks ‘Corvette Summer’
If you want to see a sparkle in Mark Hamill’s eyes, ask him about CORVETTE SUMMER.
Joe Dante: Famous Monster Kid
Filmmaker and historian Joe Dante reflects on the impact Famous Monsters of Filmland magazine had on him -- and the world.
Days of Future Passed: Richard Benjamin Remembers ‘Westworld’
I chat with Richard Benjamin about the thrill of getting to play cowboy in Michael Crichton's ahead-of-its-time 1973 Sci-Fi classic.
Gamera vs. MST3K: How a Kaiju Franchise Became a Comedy Shell Game
I chatted with MST3K creator Joel Hodgson, who happily reminisced about how Gamera boosted his fledgling cable show with the power of rubber monster comedy.
Paint It ‘Black’: When Dennis Christopher Detoured Into Slasher Territory
That time I lunched with BREAKING AWAY star Dennis Christopher, who detailed his unlikely detour into a slasher cult classic.
Interview: Tom Savini on Life After ‘Dead’
Tom Savini recounts his struggles remaking 1990's NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD -- and coming to terms with it.
Hailing Frequencies Open: A Q&A with Star Trek’s Legendary Nichelle Nichols
My interview with the late, great STAR TREK icon Nichelle Nichols, and the special, surreal moment we shared.
The Importance of Being Vincent Price
An appreciation of the late horror legend and jack-of-all-trades performer.
‘Ghostbusters: Afterlife’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
Can a new generation of Ghostbusters save the world -- and a four-decade-old franchise?
‘Top Gun’ Star Kelly McGillis Revisits Her Need for Speed
TOP GUN star Kelly McGillis details working with Tom Cruise, the influence of late director Tony Scott, and more about the '80s classic.
‘Star Trek’ Model Memories
I miss having model spaceships hanging from my ceiling...
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