EPISODE · Dec 30, 2022 · 18 MIN
The Unexpected Side of Josh Stolberg: From Horror to Conception
from Center Stage with Mark Gordon · host Mark Gordon
Known for his sharp edge and darker thrills in films like Piranha 3D, Sorority Row, and the Saw franchise entries Jigsaw and Spiral, screenwriter and director Josh Stolberg made an unexpected pivot in 2011 with Conception—a romantic comedy that trades gore for giggles and explores the emotional, awkward, and often hilarious journey of making a baby. In this interview, Stolberg stops by the studio to talk about stepping outside his horror comfort zone, what inspired this heartfelt ensemble piece, and why exploring love and intimacy was just as thrilling as unleashing chaos in 3D.
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Known for his sharp edge and darker thrills in films like Piranha 3D, Sorority Row, and the Saw franchise entries Jigsaw and Spiral, screenwriter and director Josh Stolberg made an unexpected pivot in 2011 with Conception—a romantic comedy that trades gore for giggles and explores the emotional, awkward, and often hilarious journey of making a baby. In this interview, Stolberg stops by the studio to talk about stepping outside his horror comfort zone, what inspired this heartfelt ensemble piece, and why exploring love and intimacy was just as thrilling as unleashing chaos in 3D.
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