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The Concierge at the Sunrise Inn: Exploring Forgiveness Through Horror
Sinister Magazine had the pleasure of interviewing Joe Dore, writer of the acclaimed short film The Concierge at the Sunrise Inn. In this conversation, Joe shares the origins of the project, his creative process, and the collaboration with a talented team to bring this haunting story to life, exploring themes of guilt, redemption, and forgiveness.
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Exploring Fame’s Dark Side – Kally Hall on Darkstar
Sinister Magazine had the pleasure of interviewing Kally Hall, a talented filmmaker and musician currently in her senior year at NYU. In 2023, she was awarded the prestigious Collaborative Arts Grant for her latest musical short film, Darkstar, a captivating horror music video that delves into the darker side of fame.
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Exploring the Dreamless Void – Jared Delaney on Slumber
In this edition of Sinister Magazine, we had the pleasure of speaking with Jared Michael Delaney, a Philadelphia-based screenwriter, playwright, and actor whose storytelling roots trace back to his Irish family, where captivating tales were a survival skill at the dinner table.
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Mastering Fear: Tips for Crafting the Perfect Horror Script
What makes a truly terrifying horror script? It’s not just about well-timed jump scares or gruesome visuals. The heart of a successful horror story lies in its ability to create a tension so visceral that it grips the audience’s nerves and refuses to let go. To craft a horror script that resonates, here are three…
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Challenging Exorcism Tropes with a Queer Twist in The Anti-Exorcist
Sinister Magazine sat down with Ani White, a debut filmmaker with a profound interest in horror and queer cinema. Growing up in Wellington, the capital city of Aotearoa/New Zealand, Ani developed a passion for storytelling that transitioned from writing about film to making it.
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