Keith Thomas | The First Omen, The Vigil, Firestarter & The Future of Horror

Writer and director Keith Thomas joins us for an in-depth conversation covering his journey into filmmaking, his passion for horror, and the stories behind some of his biggest projects.We explore the fascinating folklore and mythology that inspired The Vigil, the challenges of bringing such a unique horror film to life, and whether there could ever be a sequel or prequel expanding that world.Keith also reflects on directing Firestarter, discussing how the project came together, the realities of adapting a beloved Stephen King story, and his honest thoughts on the film's release and reception.The conversation then turns to the critically acclaimed The First Omen, where Keith takes us behind the scenes of one of 2024's standout horror films, sharing insights into its development, his writing process, and what makes psychological horror so effective.Along the way, Keith offers invaluable advice for aspiring writers and filmmakers, shares stories from his career, and even teases some exciting news about what could be coming next.If you're passionate about horror filmmaking, writing, or the creative process, this is an episode you won't want to miss.For more of my content - CLICK HERECheck out Keith - HEREBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/class-horror-cast-horror-movie-podcast--4295531/support.