Left of Str8 Show Interviews: Director Brendan Haley On Queer Horror and "Scorch Marks"

On this episode of Left of Str8 Show: Interviews, Scott Fullerton talks with Brendan Haley about his work in horror filmmaking, visual design, production design, and queer storytelling. Brendan shares the inspiration behind Scorch Marks, how graphic design shapes fear on screen, why authentic LGBTQ+ characters matter in horror, and what it takes to balance multiple creative roles in indie film.Explore the nuances of toxic gay relationships and how to translate messy, complex dynamics into compelling queer cinema.This conversation breaks down the creative process behind writing authentic, raw stories that resonate. Whether you are a screenwriter or a fan of character-driven drama, you will gain insight into why audiences are drawn to dark edgy movies that refuse to sanitize the reality of human connection.Watch Left of Str8 Interviews every week for smart, funny, and heartfelt conversations with LGBTQ creatives, straight allies, entertainers, authors, musicians, filmmakers, and changemakers. Each episode goes beyond the usual interview to uncover the stories, struggles, laughs, and lessons behind the work — with guests who inspire, entertain, and remind us why visibility matters. Subscribe and come back weekly for fresh voices, meaningful conversations, and a little bit of fabulous you will not find anywhere else.Subscribe for excellent interviews from Entertainment, Music, Books and Advocacy. Hit the little bell for weekly notifications. New Episodes drop every week. Tell your friends.Follow Us on Instagram:Scott Fullerton: @leftofstr8Brendan Haley: @brendanhaley