ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT

It's May and theaters are getting busier and TV is becoming more entertaining. John Horton and Kyle Pierson share which films and series we believe are worth a watch and which ones we thought were complete wastes of time, including reviews of APEX, BALLS UP, FUNNY AF WITH KEVIN HART, JURY DUTY (and a teaser for JURY DUTY PRESENTS CORPORATE RETREAT), PRIMITIVE WAR, OVER YOUR DEAD BODY, NIGHT PATROL, and PARADISE. Plus, Kyle makes a personal request to movie theaters. ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT 3.13 links:   APEX https://www.netflix.com/title/81763251 BALLS UP https://amzn.to/42aVF2I FUNNY AF https://www.netflix.com/tudum/funny-af-with-kevin-hart By the way, don’t look for the Josh Blue episode of SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. It doesn’t exist. Kyle meant to say AMERICA’S GOT TALENT. https://youtu.be/sGbJd187fIo?si=l2eqXtfu8uo5uyGC JURY DUTY https://amzn.to/3PeEB8W JURY DUTY PRESENTS CORPORATE RETREAT https://amzn.to/42bBbH2 JURY DUTY PRESENTS BEHIND THE SCENES OF CORPORATE RETREAT https://amzn.to/3ORM8KN PRIMITIVE WAR Buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4n7QwC6 Watch on Hulu: https://www.hulu.com/movie/primitive-war-8b5a25dd-bf2a-4238-a862-d950cca6034f OVER YOUR DEAD BODY https://amzn.to/3QD4QX8 NIGHT PATROL https://amzn.to/4d5tlUo PARADISE https://www.hulu.com/guides/paradise For links to previous items we've discussed, check out the official "As Seen on ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT Store": https://amzn.to/497utFH Follow ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT https://linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight COMING NEXT WEEK: Director Anthony Caimano joins us to discuss crowdfunding, marketing, horror icons, and fan films versus original independent films. #funnyaf

It's an Invasion of the LIVING DEAD as more and more franchise sequels, remakes, and spin-offs are announced. Plus, there's been a lot of movement on the crowdfunding front. Join John Horton and Kyle Pierson for a deep dive into a cinematic pool of the undead as ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT 3.12 teases what's in store for 2026 and 2027. Links discussed: RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD: TRASH’S REVENGE Current campaign at https://cinebacker.com/product/trashs-revenge-rotld-universe/ concludes on May 31, 2026, when production resumes in the UK. A 2nd phase campaign will commence in June. BEVERLY RANDOLPH INTERVIEW https://youtu.be/yqW0FbGq-tk?si=gj0s8iQ3BquvNxV_ MICHAEL JOY INTERVIEW https://youtu.be/d3pN0Xt9TKA?si=pBzFi4Q4q9Lpi0Xc DRILLER KILLER 2 https://cinebacker.com/product/driller-killer-2/ DUSTIN FERGUSON INTERVIEW https://youtu.be/vrLkGJIU9v0?si=NLebiCj3M7YQSB9u RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD https://returnofthelivingdead.com/ REBIRTH OF THE LIVING DEAD https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/dustinferguson-18603355/rebirth-of-the-living-dead SPAWN OF THE LIVING DEAD https://thefilmco-op.org/spawn-of-the-living-dead/ SLUGGER https://slugger-movie.kckb.me/attackofthespotlight FRIDAY THE 13TH: BLOOD LOSS https://youtu.be/NxoBkkfbMiI?si=YbKHHK0wBeoUXs0s NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD https://youtu.be/qWzN-ZJa4i4?si=Aap15B490ZJh_p1P ZOMBIE REDEMPTION https://www.facebook.com/crazypantsproductions/ CASUALLY COOL, TRULY TRUDY, and RUN https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/rickyglore/snl-to-cincinnati-casually-cool-truly-trudy RICKY GLORE, TIMMY HART, and EILEEN EARNEST INTERVIEW https://youtu.be/IHU4yKMa1AE?si=62YXoIY46hOyqEOZ CRACKCOONS https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bradtwigg/crackcoons-horror-comedy-film CRACKCOONS INTERVIEW https://youtu.be/s5jdcNPoeYk?si=D9f6Vs5VYZSflEmp DEATH BIKE Crowdfunder Resumes Soon https://youtu.be/7ms3X35EBc8?si=uRXFNv2FJIe5-r8w BIGFOOT WITH A MEATHOOK https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/ronbonk/bigfoot-but-with-a-meathook SCREAM DREAM https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/adamfreeman/scream-dream-the-finishing-funds-campaign MEAT https://youtu.be/38hiNdvj64Y?si=GiqHSMXdduoh20sS MEAT and McCONADILLA REVIEWS https://youtu.be/Ac7eVpLf4pI?si=uHaF6nwTr9Opp4g5 ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT PUPPET EPISODE https://youtu.be/JISz818d_8k?si=vaIweseRibbt39ba HOLLOW LAKE https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/troyescamilla/hollow-lake-post-production TROY ESCAMILLA INTERVIEW https://youtu.be/orJN-uzbvSI?si=TJJY6DJ1y4zR1Z5n KILLER PIZZA https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/anthonycaimano/killer-pizza-feature-film THE KILLER PIZZA MAN Campaign Ends April 30, 2026 https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/williamcollazo/the-killer-pizza-man MOVIE THIEF https://www.facebook.com/groups/873953399027132 FLOWER CITY BUTCHER https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/anthonycaimano/the-flower-city-butcher-feature-film HASA DIGA EEBOWAI https://amzn.to/42td9Hu Other upcoming LIVING DEAD type productions: DEAD AFTERLIFE Campaign Ends April 29, 2026 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/deadafterlife/dead-afterlife-horror-movie DAME OF THE DEAD Campaign Ends Late May, 2026 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2026479112/dame-of-the-dead-short-film-music-video JOHN HORTON'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL @jahorton13 KYLE PIERSON'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL @Area51ESD Follow ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT https://linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight #livingdead

John Horton and Kyle Pierson review CRIME 101, TRAP HOUSE, and 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE. Plus, find out which streaming shows will return for additional seasons. We wrap up by discussing the artificial intelligence controversy surrounding Val Kilmer's new "performance" in AS DEEP AS THE GRAVE. Links discussed on ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT 3.11: 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE https://amzn.to/4mGULUI CRIME 101 https://amzn.to/4t5tywV TRAP HOUSE https://amzn.to/4tY2Pmz SLUGGER https://slugger-movie.kckb.me/attackofthespotlight LAST ONE LAUGHING 2 https://amzn.to/4sM9q2y YOUNG SHERLOCK https://amzn.to/42jvbMd THE ‘BURBS https://amzn.to/3OrTdS5 STAR TREK: STARFLEET ACADEMY https://amzn.to/4sQ1FJ0 STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS https://amzn.to/4sQfnvx WILLIAM SHATNER LIVE ON STAGE https://www.williamshatnertour.com/ NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON https://neildegrassetyson.com/ AS DEEP AS THE GRAVE https://youtu.be/n1ayzJls2QI?si=rOvomvG-CnjrYlOn JOHN HORTON'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL @jahorton13 KYLE PIERSON'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL @Area51ESD Follow ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT https://linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight #crime101

Many movies make you laugh and cry, but some leave an everlasting mark that will live in your brain rent-free for all eternity. John Horton and Kyle Pierson list some movies that have left horrifying, surprising, or comedic marks on the world of cinema in ways in which we could only exclaim, "OH MY GOD!" Links mentioned in ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT 3.10: BRÜNO https://amzn.to/3QaXdXE SAW: 20TH ANNIVERSARY ULTIMATE 10-FILM COLLECTION https://amzn.to/4sBRRCk PULP FICTION https://amzn.to/4vyFgCi DICKS: THE MUSICAL https://amzn.to/47Yo9Qw JURASSIC PARK https://amzn.to/4ua9mLh STAR WARS EPISODE IV: A NEW HOPE https://amzn.to/4szopgc SPACEBALLS https://amzn.to/4vCkDW8 HISTORY OF THE WORLD PART II https://www.disneyplus.com/browse/entity-6c9bcf68-0c93-497a-aa4f-d5215faa9860?msockid=1b77e2a7c08f608e1de9f4d7c1fa6177 HISTORY OF THE WORLD PART I https://amzn.to/4mxFeXu HASA DIGA EEBOWAI (Kyle wasn't even close!) https://amzn.to/4crDSsq JOHN HORTON'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL @jahorton13 KYLE PIERSON'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL @Area51ESD Follow ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT https://linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight SLUGGER https://slugger-movie.kckb.me/attackofthespotlight WHO AM I? https://amzn.to/4sBVvMq BATMAN: THE COMPLETE SERIES SPECIAL EDITION https://amzn.to/4cn1Gzf SLEEPAWAY CAMP https://amzn.to/4mwtrbZ TEAM AMERICA: WORLD POLICE https://amzn.to/429d1g5 THE HAPPYTIME MURDERS https://amzn.to/41Dmyfj THE BROTHERS GRIMSBY https://www.netflix.com/title/80079256 If you quit watching the podcast to avoid spoilers, be sure to come back and watch John's reaction to the clip, which looks something like this ... ... THE BROTHERS GRIMSBY ON JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE https://youtu.be/wP_9wGAdrNQ?si=P4Ohw9vpA9sKOXZw ACE VENTURA: WHEN NATURE CALLS https://amzn.to/425Pc90 #omg

Higher stakes and even higher raccoons as CRACKCOON sequel, CRACKCOONS, unleashes all-new crowdfunding perks. Director Brad Twigg and stars Justin Martin and Rosaria Eraso give this edition of ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT a major shot in the arm. Learn how YOU can be a part of the new film and hear the unusual stories that got them here. CRACKCOONS https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bradtwigg/crackcoons-horror-comedy-film CRACKCOON https://amzn.to/4t6dmMC SHRIEKSHOW https://amzn.to/41sUw67 FINDING MY FATHER https://amzn.to/41lj3Kn KILLER CAMPOUT II https://amzn.to/47TNye2 T-REXORCIST https://www.facebook.com/trexorcist/ SCREAMIVERSE https://www.screamiverse.com/ JOHN HORTON'S YOUTUBE @jahorton13 KYLE PIERSON'S YOUTUBE @Area51ESD ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT on LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight #crackcoon

Happy Easter Sunday! Before you gather the family for a fun outing to the cinema or a relaxing night around the TV, John Horton and Kyle Pierson have plenty of fresh suggestions of what to watch and what to avoid in ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT 3.8. MIKE & NICK & NICK & ALICE https://www.hulu.com/movie/mike-nick-nick-alice-dda7510f-0b80-422c-94d8-50a12502427e PROJECT HAIL MARY https://www.fandango.com/project-hail-mary-2026-243816/movie-overview WAR MACHINE https://www.netflix.com/title/81768525 READY OR NOT HERE I COME https://www.moviefone.com/movie/ready-or-not-2/9ex41i6jFFWasC73zhYRQ7/main/ THEY WILL KILL YOU https://amzn.to/4cbYbdx WHISTLE https://amzn.to/4sbc7u9 YOUNG SHERLOCK https://amzn.to/4sUWdp9 STAR TREK: STARFLEET ACADEMY https://amzn.to/3QjNBJY By the way, the whole STAR TREK/PROJECT HAIL MARY controversy was true, somewhat taken out of context, and apologized for. THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW https://amzn.to/3Q4iFxf LAST ONE LAUGHING 2 https://amzn.to/4sZMDkS THE CELEBRITY TRAITORS https://amzn.to/4sV0SY4 SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE UK https://amzn.to/4vcoCby WEEKEND UPDATE JOKE SWAP https://youtu.be/GWu01Jr9sLY?si=iRMG38VBZVf6WeCX Donate to the SLUGGER campaign. https://slugger-movie.kckb.me/attackofthespotlight Follow ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT https://linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight #snl

It's April 1st and the Internet's biggest fools present their favorite film pranks. We are talking movies that feature pranks in the storylines or films that actually prey on non-suspecting people in real life situations. Plus, in typical John Horton fashion, John plays a prank that finishes prematurely. UPDATES AND LINKS DISCUSSED IN THE PODCAST: I GOT SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE!!! https://youtu.be/NdEe_pflLl0?si=X69WcUvviXDtwKOb TOM SULLIVAN "EVIL DEAD" INTERVIEW https://youtu.be/Pz1pjR_BfaU?si=KWmH3NO7oY0SwXmt FIREFLY reboot is expected to be animated JOHN HORTON on YouTube @jahorton13 KYLE PIERSON on YouTube @Area51ESD Donate to the SLUGGER campaign. https://slugger-movie.kckb.me/attackofthespotlight Follow ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT https://linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight #aprilfools

After completing THEIR FIRST ASSIGNMENT, the POLICE ACADEMY crew is BACK IN TRAINING with a new chaotic cast of cadets for the third installment in the popular ‘80s franchise. John Horton and Kyle Pierson reminisce about the sequel that put the “academy” back in POLICE ACADEMY. By the way, Kyle’s microphone does such a fine job of removing background noise, it even removed the wind sound effect he created on purpose.   Following the POLICE ACADEMY 3 flashback, Kyle quickly reviews the animated film, HOPPERS, MONARCH on Apple TV+, THE FALL AND RISE OF REGGIE DINKINS and TED on Peacock, YOUNG SHERLOCK on Amazon Prime, and I’M CHEVY CHASE AND YOU’RE NOT on HBO Max.   POLICE ACADEMY: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION Blu-ray https://amzn.to/3NK0vQQ   POLICE ACADEMY: THE ANIMATED SERIES DVD (Not the series discussed on the show.) https://amzn.to/4bQsgiG   MONARCH: LEGACY OF MONARCHS Temporarily on Prime https://amzn.to/3Ps74Il   THE FALL AND RISE OF REGGIE DINKINS https://amzn.to/4uWZEg6   HOPPERS Tickets and Trailer https://movies.disney.com/hoppers   TED https://amzn.to/4uWQn82   I’M CHEVY CHASE AND YOU’RE NOT https://amzn.to/4sC3tWB   Donate to the SLUGGER campaign. https://slugger-movie.kckb.me/attackofthespotlight   Follow ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT https://linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight   #policeacademy

THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD has three sequels on the way within the year. The latest to be announced, REBIRTH OF THE LIVING DEAD, is expected to be the first one released. Director Dustin Ferguson joins John Horton and Kyle Pierson for an hour-long chat that explains how the new installment falls into the ROTLD universe, how it will differ from the other two productions (potential Spoiler Alert), and how it's even possible that three sequels are being made by three different companies at the exact same time. Dustin also talks a bit about his new films, SEED: LEGACY and NEMESI6, and explains the importance of marketing. Stay tuned till the end for the NEMESI6 trailer. Follow Dustin Ferguson on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dustin.ferguson.238483 Dustin's Store https://kunaki.com/msales.asp?PublisherId=155419&pp=1 MEATHOOK MASSACRE 5: THE FINAL CHAPTER https://amzn.to/4rTjG8C AMITYVILLE: CLOWNHOUSE https://tubitv.com/movies/553758/amityville-clownhouse SPACE SHARKS https://amzn.to/4t8r1Cp NEMESI5 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4lQQmOS Tubi: https://tubitv.com/movies/476743/nemesis-5 REBIRTH OF THE LIVING DEAD Crowdfunding coming soon! RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD Original Book by John A. Russo https://amzn.to/47kLR9a NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD hosted by Hellvira https://amzn.to/4sPsKgl DEEP RED MURDERS https://tubitv.com/movies/695454/deep-red-murders HELL OF THE SCREAMING UNDEAD https://tubitv.com/movies/100007851/hell-of-the-screaming-undead SILENT NIGHT, BLOODY NIGHT 2 https://tubitv.com/movies/696106/silent-night-bloody-night-2 WITCHCRAFT XVII https://amzn.to/4uMGGJa THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD Limited Edition 4K Box Set https://amzn.to/40OJ1Wr RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD PART II https://amzn.to/4bFLWWg RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD III, NECROPOLIS, and RAVE TO THE GRAVE in a Living Dead horror 6-pack DVD set https://amzn.to/4uUDQSE Follow the ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT Podcast https://linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight John Horton's YouTube Channel @jahorton13 Kyle Pierson's YouTube Channel @Area51ESD ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT is an affiliate of the crowdfunding independenct horror film, SLUGGER. Twenty percent of your donations to https://slugger-movie.kckb.me/attackofthespotlight will support our podcast. Please note that John nor Kyle are in anyway involved with the film's production. Any issues or questions should be directed to the filmmakers. Donate at your own risk. #MoreBrains

Crowdfunding allows film fans the opportunity to back films that they want to see! Many crowdfunded films would never see the light of day if it weren’t for the backers, as they don’t have a major studio throwing money at them. In return for donations, fans get early access to screeners, merchandise, their name in the credits, and can even buy a role in the movie, itself! However, not everything always goes to plan, and expectations may be a bit hard to fulfill. John Horton and Kyle Pierson have each spent a small fortune backing productions over the past few years. This episode of ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT meticulously covers each of these contributions to let you know the risks and rewards involved. NEON FEAR https://youtu.be/afLAL8KXljc?si=l-PS82lv3UhAe8p3 SPIRIT BOARD: DOORWAY TO DEATH https://vimeo.com/398857875?msockid=1b77e2a7c08f608e1de9f4d7c1fa6177 FRIDAY THE 13TH: BLOOD LOSS https://youtu.be/NxoBkkfbMiI?si=N2_98T1h-EvgM2lH While we mention fan films are never shown in theaters, the actual premiere of this film did in fact screen in a movie theatre. WHAT AN INSTITUTION! THE STORY OF POLICE ACADEMY https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/cultscreeningsukltd/what-an-institution-the-story-of-police-academy#/section/rewards/reward-product-209425 HAUNTED HOUSE OF PANCAKES Buy Digital Copy: https://amzn.to/4lGuzcq Win Free Blu-ray: https://www.facebook.com/events/1594898531557644 Watch for Free on Tubi: https://tubitv.com/movies/100050803/haunted-house-of-pancakes Kyle’s Unheard Liners: https://youtu.be/W2i8_DoVong?si=-3w-Qyi5tl5OT886 TIME’S UP https://amzn.to/4lGOxnn DEATH BIKE Crowdfunder to be restarted SOON! GO AWAY https://tubitv.com/movies/100030170/go-away MEAT https://www.facebook.com/MEATtheOfficialMoviePage/ MURDERCISE https://tubitv.com/movies/100009154/murdercise KILLER PIZZA https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/anthonycaimano/killer-pizza-feature-film SCREAM DREAM https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/adamfreeman/scream-dream HELLVIRA’S HAUNTED ASYLUM OF HORROR Buy digital copy: https://amzn.to/4bD8XJp Kyle’s alternate Jester cuts: https://youtu.be/Ot1gpC2np68?si=gU_wIq532cV55IaX CIRCUS SATANICUS Kyle’s Stank costume test: https://youtu.be/I0dJdrh2N48?si=e9H1FvmwU8_GJIQ7 The most cursed movie never made: https://youtu.be/Dw2wFQJ-APg?si=kRQhepff5_ZIalmg THE SLASHER NURSE https://thebstream.com/programs/the-slasher-nurse THE DEVIL YOU KNOW https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/shawnburkett/the-devil-you-know--7 HOLLOW LAKE Official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hollowlakemovie/ Troy Escamilla interview: https://youtu.be/orJN-uzbvSI?si=UfUGMgj51ecrC8gw BIGFOOT WITH A MEATHOOK https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/ronbonk/bigfoot-but-with-a-meathook CRACKCOON https://amzn.to/4lKrfgA EMOTIONAL SUPPORT SHARK https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/ronbonk/emotional-support-shark-keep-calm-and-get-eaten RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD: TRASH’S REVENGE Indiegogo: https://cinebacker.com/product/trashs-revenge-rotld-universe/ Michael Joy interview: https://youtu.be/d3pN0Xt9TKA?si=lpIYJUXgaWBWie8n Beverly Randolph: https://youtu.be/yqW0FbGq-tk?si=q7p9tMsCkW3NA2Vs REBIRTH OF THE LIVING DEAD Director interview coming in a few days: https://linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight SLUGGER (ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT is an affiliate of the crowdfunding campaign and makes a percentage of donations made through the link. However, John nor Kyle have any involvement with the actual production and campaign donations should be made at your own risk.) https://slugger-movie.kckb.me/attackofthespotlight #crowdfunding

If producing, directing, writing, and podcasting weren't enough, Troy Escamilla also runs the Houston Horror Film Festival! As incredibly busy as he is, we couldn't be more pleased that he took an hour out of his schedule to chat about his new indie horror film, HOLLOW LAKE, explain the intricacies of how film festivals select which movies will be screened, and teases the next batch of films he and co-host Roger Conners will discuss on DARK NIGHT OF THE PODCAST. You may even learn who will be making special guest appearances in Houston this August. If that's not enough, stay tuned to the end for the HOLLOW LAKE trailer!   TROY ESCAMILLA on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/troyesc/   HOLLOW LAKE and MEAT at Toronto Indie Horror Fest http://www.toindiehorrorfest.com/   HOLLOW LAKE on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/hollowlakemovie   HOLLOW LAKE on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hollowlakemovie/   HOUSTON HORROR FILM FESTIVAL https://www.houstonhorrorfilmfest.com/index.html   DARK NIGHT OF THE PODCAST https://www.facebook.com/darknightofthepodcast   TEACHER SHORTAGE free on Tubi https://tubitv.com/movies/653233/teacher-shortage   MRS. CLAUS (aka STIRRING) free on Tubi https://tubitv.com/movies/100039116/mrs-claus   PARTY NIGHT free on Tubi https://tubitv.com/movies/100040198/party-night   ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT on Linktree https://linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight   #horror

Part 2 of our ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT interview with MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE'S Pat Miller. In this half, the focus shifts from his role of "Joey" in the cult classic film to his career as a stand-up comedian. From funny comebacks to times when he had glass objects thrown at him, Pat pulls no punches discussing controversial encounters. You'll also discover his unlikely day job, quote Benny Hill, and there's even something about Cocks vs. Beavers??? It's game on for this fun and somewhat shocking interview! RICH HALL'S VANISHING AMERICA https://youtu.be/8iJGBwgvcYA?si=zTB9gG26UjtfrjNE MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE / RAW DEAL Double Feature DVD https://amzn.to/4sEG8Dv JOHN HORTON on YouTube @jahorton13 KYLE PIERSON on YouTube @Area51ESD Follow ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT and register to win HAUNTED HOUSE OF PANCAKES https://linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight #patmiller

Part 1 of our ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT interview with Pat Miller, who portrayed "Joey" in the classic Stephen King film, MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE. John Horton and Kyle Pierson ask Pat to clarify some rumors about the movie and get his impressions of 40 years of fandom. Part 2 will be released in the coming days and will focus on his career as a comedian. MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE Collector's Series Blu-ray https://amzn.to/4rAD8XT THE RIVER Blu-ray https://amzn.to/4szmZCQ Follow ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT and enter our HAUNTED HOUSE OF PANCAKES Blu-ray giveaway http://linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight Listen to the ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT podcast on Audible https://amzn.to/4rQkNGS #maximumoverdrive

John Horton and Kyle Pierson talk about good movies that made history by NOT making any money. Plus, Kyle brings you the inside scoop directly from Area 51's Earth Space Defense on last minute changes that greatly impacted the final cut of INDEPENDENCE DAY: RESURGENCE on this all-new episode of the ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT podcast! Follow ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight John on YouTube @jahorton13 Kyle on YouTube @Area51ESD Stream INDEPENDENCE DAY: RESURGENCE on Prime Video https://amzn.to/3P6hehi INDEPENDENCE DAY: CRUCIBLE Audio Book https://amzn.to/4u1gpqe INDEPENDENCE DAY: UK free on YouTube https://youtu.be/Kr_MzMP1F5M?si=Ob8xHsReB5lLhny9 #independenceday

Reviews of 2026's THE WRECKING CREW (not to be confused with several previous releases sharing the same title), SEND HELP, PRIMATE, the WITCHBOARD reimagining, THE MUPPET SHOW reboot, and why Apple TV+ demands your attention. Meanwhile, things get a bit weird as John Horton and Kyle Pierson begin sharing bizarre encounters with Class 5 Free-Roaming Vapors. THE WRECKING CREW on Prime Video https://amzn.to/4s08yHo PRIMATE on Blu-ray https://amzn.to/4tHv1uB MERCY on 4K UltraHD https://amzn.to/4qSeGki WITCHBOARD for Digital Rental or Purchase https://amzn.to/4s2q9Pa WITCHBOARD (1986) free on YouTube https://youtu.be/Eopr3V5DGYA?si=IKaE0XYIuI4FVdx7 WITCHBOARD 2 free on YouTube https://youtu.be/p6MQWEufaDo?si=wL6l0RQEWkDgDSX2 WITCHBOARD 2 & 3 Drive-In Double Feature free on YouTube https://youtu.be/wrFvBsdY88k?si=U10KM3nu-_5xOIqS RSVP for a chance to win a free DVD copy of HAUNTED HOUSE OF PANCAKES and INVITE your friends and one of them may win a copy, too! https://www.facebook.com/events/1594898531557644/ IN THE SPOTLIGHT is transitioning to ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT! Follow our new social pages: linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight #wreckingcrew

Valentine's Day is upon us and it's time for a couple's greatest compromise: "What movie do you want to watch?" With the long Valentine's Weekend ahead, at least one of the films better be romantic. But how do you get a stubborn man to sit still through a romantic comedy? John Horton and Kyle Pierson have selected the perfect films to satisfy you both, while providing a few tricks on how to convince him to watch in the first place. Warning: there be SPOILERS! Follow IN THE SPOTLIGHT: fb.com/inthespotlight ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT is available on most podcast services including Amazon Music / Audible: https://amzn.to/4tBWq0U #valentinesday

They are the film themes you find yourself humming out loud. Which motion picture scores did John Horton and Kyle Pierson pick as their favorites? Find out in this all-new episode of the IN THE SPOTIGHT web series and the ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT podcast! Follow us at fb.com/inthespotlight #moviescores

What are your favorite buddy movies? John Horton and Kyle Pierson list four of their favorites, plus explain why dogs and cats aren't the only animals that can steal your heart ... and your sanity. Follow IN THE SPOTLIGHT at fb.com/inthespotlight and listen to ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT on most podcast services. #buddymovie

Reviews of THE RIP on @Netflix, THE TOXIC AVENGER starring Peter Dinklage on @hulu, and STAR TREK: STARFLEET ACADEMY on @paramountplus. In addition, John Horton and Kyle Pierson discuss MEL BROOKS: THE 99-YEAR-OLD MAN on @hbomax, and a bunch of @PrimeVideo fare including FALLOUT, BEAST GAMES, CROSS, COUNTDOWN and COLD MEAT. 10% off COLD MEAT DVD (as of Jan. 30, 2026): https://amzn.to/4c1VQDm Follow fb.com/inthespotlight for our upcoming episodes on our favorite movie scores, buddy flicks, more romcoms that guys like, and best box office bombs! #startrek

Part Two of the IN THE SPOTLIGHT + ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT interview with producer/actor, Michael McGlynn. From constructive criticism to a last-minute martial arts slasher film idea we made up on the spot, Michael gets real (and gets reel) about his love for filmmaking. UNCLE FRED'S MONSTER PROBLEM https://seedandspark.com/fund/unclefreds#story SCREAMIVERSE EXPO https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=61559591439717 GO AWAY is free on Tubi https://tubitv.com/movies/100030170/go-away KILLER CAMPOUT II https://amzn.to/4q27fGJ SHRIEKSHOW https://amzn.to/4raMTvW BLOODY SUMMER CAMP https://amzn.to/3YWCmZk HELLVIRA ON THE RUN on Cineverse https://www.cineverse.com/.../1000000.../Hellvira-on-the-Run ONE OF ONE on Tubi https://tubitv.com/movies/100013856/one-of-one IN THE SPOTLIGHT + ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT fb.com/inthespotlight JOHN HORTON on YouTube @jahorton13 KYLE PIERSON on YouTube @Area51ESD #michaelmcglynn

Indie horror actor/producer Michael McGlynn talks about how he got into the business, a scary sparring accident, Slasher 15 Productions LLC, and who his inspirations are in PART ONE of our IN THE SPOTLIGHT + ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT interview. PART TWO drops this weekend! GO AWAY is free on Tubi: https://tubitv.com/movies/100030170/go-away KILLER CAMPOUT II: https://amzn.to/4q27fGJ SHRIEKSHOW: https://amzn.to/4raMTvW BLOODY SUMMER CAMP: https://amzn.to/3YWCmZk HELLVIRA ON THE RUN on Cineverse: https://www.cineverse.com/details/1000000015629/Hellvira-on-the-Run ONE OF ONE on Tubi: https://tubitv.com/movies/100013856/one-of-one UNCLE FRED'S MONSTER PROBLEM: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1303302851513527/ PS ... Apologies for Kyle's overmodulation. We self-corrected an issue with Zoom, only to have Zoom correct itself and we now had overcompensated! #michaelmcglynn

What are your favorite motion picture soundtracks? Not scores, but soundtracks with songs and lyrics. John Horton and Kyle Pierson list their favorites before engaging in a deep discussion about Chevy Chase's reputation and the recent fan reaction to what Jim Carrey endured on the set of HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS. IN THE SPOTLIGHT and ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT on Facebook fb.com/inthespotlight John Horton on YouTube @jahorton13 Kyle Pierson on YouTube @Area51ESD #inthespotlight #attackofthespotlight #soundtracks #chevychase #jimcarrey

Four questions! Four HOT sauces! John Horton and Kyle Pierson salute the success of one of the Internet's most successful shows, while giving listeners a chance to get to know us a bit better. Get personal with our hosts in this very special episode of ATTACK OF THE PODCAST, a re-edit of a recent episode of our web series, IN THE SPOTLIGHT. The sampled sauces are available at Pro Bass Shops and https://amzn.to/45ak8qC #hotsauces #hotsaucereview #attackofthespotlight #inthespotlight

Christmas is over, but you may still be in a wintery mood. Have no fear! John & Kyle are here! The IN THE SPOTLIGHT web series and the ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT podcast offer up four films to "chill" with that are in no way related to the holidays. Well ... not your "traditional" holidays! IN THE SPOTLIGHT & ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT on Facebook fb.com/inthespotlight JOHN HORTON on YouTube @jahorton13 KYLE PIERSON on YouTube @Area51ESD GROUNDHOG DAY 1994 Video https://youtu.be/COOhYLBGhs4?si=KMYHmKFyubgvFXi0 GROUNDHOG DAY 1995 Radio Broadcast https://youtu.be/dog5xLp8QZI?si=mDya86Q_8ZNAA8-x GROUNDHOG DAY 1994 Radio Broadcast https://youtu.be/F0ZPXSYSMm8?si=AgAxSW007rHUIi0k #movies #wintermovies #moviereviews #groundhogday #inthespotlight #attackofthespotlight #podcast

Now that everyone has had time to see the finale of STRANGER THINGS, John Horton (@jahorton13) & Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD) give our two cents as to whether or not the series ended on an UP note ... or UPSIDE DOWN. (Yes, there are some spoilers, so see the finale first!) We also explore which is more upside down, the 1980s or the 2020s? Follow IN THE SPOTLIGHT at fb.com/inthespotlight and listen to the ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT podcast on iHeart Radio, Spotify, Player FM, Podchaser, Apple, Podbean, and Deezer (with more services coming soon). STRANGER THINGS Merch: https://amzn.to/4pyPxdL #strangerthings #strangerthings5 #upsidedown #inthespotlight #attackofthespotlight #podcast #iheartradio #spotify #playerfm #podchaser #applepodcasts #podbean #deezer

John Horton (@jahorton13) & Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD) review CLUE and THE JEWEL OF THE NILE for the films' 40th anniversaries, albeit a bit late. This episode of IN THE SPOTLIGHT (fb.com/inthespotlight) was meant to air before New Year's, but the holidays got in the way. Either way, as always, we spend about 20 minutes reviewing the films and twice that time talking about random sh-t. We hope you'll join us! Also the IN THE SPOTLIGHT Podcast mentioned in the show is tentatively being called ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT and is available exclusively on YouTube Podcasts at the moment: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnNsMEYmuPmhUVSnNbNqOhB71In0LkXog&si=1wvosbcmbkD5Udh5 Richard Dawson loses it on FAMILY FEUD: https://youtu.be/EuhwWMO02xc?si=NVTfYjNWzHv_qzKk CLUE 4K UHD Steelbook: https://amzn.to/497cmQS THE JEWEL OF THE NILE Bluray: https://amzn.to/4bdCzOY ROMANCING THE STONE / THE JEWEL OF THE NICE Bluray Double Feature: https://amzn.to/4bdCISw #clue #jewelofthenile #romancingthestone #inthespotlight #attackofthespotlight #moviereviews

A ssssspoiler-free review of 2025's reboot ... errr ... remake ... ummm ... "spiritual sequel" to ANACONDA. @JackBlackOfficial and Paul Rudd take you deep into the jungle for chills, thrills, and spills, but can they capture the magic of the original? John Horton (@jahorton13) & Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD) conclude the IN THE SPOTLIGHT (fb.com/inthespotlight) Anacountdown to Anaconda!!! The original ANACONDA 4K Steelbook https://amzn.to/48Zj37o #anaconda #inthespotlight #jackblack #paulrudd #moviereview #number1snakemovieintheworld

Among the Christmas films this holiday season, you may have missed the new KNIVES OUT MYSTERY @Netflix featuring the return of Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc. John Horton (@jahorton13) & Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD) review WAKE UP DEAD MAN starring Josh O'Connor, Josh Brolin, and Glenn Close on an all-new episode of IN THE SPOTLIGHT (fb.com/inthespotlight). #inthespotlight #moviereview #netflix #wakeupdeadman #knivesout #joshbrolin #danielcraig #glennclose #joshoconnor

IN THE SPOTLIGHT (fb.com/inthespotlight) is here to break up the monotony of the same old Christmas movies. While most of the world settles in this week to enjoy IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE (https://amzn.to/4pXxhvx), WHITE CHRISTMAS (https://amzn.to/48Qvt1u), CHRISTMAS VACATION (https://amzn.to/4p8KLDF), A CHRISTMAS STORY (https://amzn.to/4qmIkhD) or any one of the many other seasonal favorites, John Horton (@jahorton13) and Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD) have selected four of their favorite non-traditional Christmas-themed films to add some sugar and spice and everything nice to your holiday viewing. #christmasmovies #holidays #inthespotlight

Chevy Chase & Dan Aykroyd star in 1985's SPIES LIKE US. To Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD), it stands the test of time. To John Horton (@jahorton13), it wasn't that great the first time. John & Kyle go head-to-head in their review of this comedic tale of espionage in an all-new episode of IN THE SPOTLIGHT (fb.com/inthespotlight). The discussion includes casting choices for a possible sequel. Since shoot date, Kyle has expressed a desire to possibly see some sort of combination of Jason Bateman, Zach Galifianakis, and Jason Sudeikis. This topic then morphs into a discussion about remaking SMOKEY AND THE BANDIT. SPIES LIKE US Blu-ray double feature with FUNNY FARM https://amzn.to/4qanCla SMOKEY AND THE BANDIT 7-film DVD collection https://amzn.to/4rV06dm STAND ON IT (John Schneider's SMOKEY AND THE BANDIT "tribute" film) https://amzn.to/3KFBLaT POKER RUN (sequel to STAND ON IT) https://johnschneider.shop/products/poker-run-dvd #spieslikeus #smokeyandthebandit #inthespotlight #moviereview #chevychase #danaykroyd #johnschneider #standonit #pokerrun #remake

As ROCKY IV celebrates its 40th anniversary, John Horton (@jahorton13) & Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD) pull no punches on our opinions of the film. BE WARNED! This episode of IN THE SPOTLIGHT (fb.com/inthespotlight) contains massive spoilers for the whole franchise. So, if you are watching to determine whether or not you should see any of the ROCKY movies ... DON'T. Just watch them! Don't let us stop you. Overall, they are great films. But don't watch our review first, as we'll ruin the ending of at least three of them! ROCKY IV: ROCKY VS DRAGO https://amzn.to/3YaSJkp KYLE PIERSON on IMDB https://imdb.me/kylepierson #rockyiv #rocky #rockyvsdrago #moviereviews #inthespotlight

You heard the rumors. Now, get the facts. Verified news stories about upcoming films and television shows from John Horton (@jahorton13) & Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD) on this special Black Friday edition of IN THE SPOTLIGHT (fb.com/inthespotlight). Since this episode was shot, there have been a number of news stories about RUSH HOUR 4, which we included as a "not happening" during the AI poster segment. However, even though many outlets are reporting that the film has officially been greenlit, it's STILL not "official." No one officially connected to the film has confirmed that it is being made. An unidentified "reported source" has stated that President Trump requested a sequel be made, so Paramount is making it happen. The same source also suggests that Brett Ratner will direct it, however Ratner still has a black eye in Hollywood from a half dozen sexual misconduct allegations. Ratner directed a soon-to-be-released documentary about Melania Trump, so that's the connection that could make RUSH HOUR 4 a possibility. But a script still needs to be written, not to mention deals with Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker. Once those agreements are made and information has officially been released by the film's distributor or stars, we'll be sure to let you know. Also, Kyle mistakenly said POLICE ACADEMY instead of POLICE SQUAD when referencing David Zucker's accomplishments. ZERO HOUR vs AIRPLANE! https://youtu.be/8-v2BHNBVCs?si=MpDjHEUyz7CYsNpQ BTW, since today is Black Friday, many of the films that we've discussed this past year are on sale today, including the FREDDY and JASON box sets. Get them now before the prices go back up: https://amzn.to/4iKsbjH KILLER PIZZA from Forever Entertainment ( ⁨@Officialforeverentertainment⁩ ) https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/anthonycaimano/killer-pizza-feature-film #inthespotlight #movienews #tvnews #entertainmentnews #rushhour #saw #campcrystallake #carrie #squidgame #cujo #halloween #texaschainsawmassacre #killerpizza #mysixflags #sixflagsmemories #universalstudios #frightfest

Phillip Johnson (@phillipjohnsonfilm) joins Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD ) IN THE SPOTLIGHT (fb.com/inthespotlight) for a discussion about his new movie, EASY DIGGING, and to review his "neighbor's" new film, THE RUNNING MAN. EASY DIGGING Tickets https://partiful.com/e/YfmgLKvgJ6PKcax2xCVo PHILLIP JOHNSON's Instagram https://instagram.com/invisiblethrill MARISSA MACY's "EASY DIGGING" Interview https://youtu.be/U-juw739uDs?si=2A24ps8frKRFlBwo THE RUNNING MAN https://www.runningmanmovie.com/ THE RUNNING MAN 4K UHD https://amzn.to/4ra4xkf LAST ACTION HERO 4K UHD https://amzn.to/47PEebt #easydigging #holefest #runningman #moviereview #inthespotlight

As THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD celebrates 40 years, actress Beverly Randolph reflects on her role as "Tina" and talks about the new installment, TRASH'S REVENGE. She also talks about other future and previous works, including DRILLER KILLER 2 with Eric Roberts and SHENANDOAH with Jimmy Stewart. We also dig deeper into the lawsuit between ROTLD Originals and Living Dead Media. Plus, discover if Beverly Randolph is more of a "Tina" or a "Trash" in this episode of IN THE SPOTLIGHT (fb.com/inthespotlight) with John Horton (@jahorton13 ) & Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD )! In fairness, we reached out to Steve Wolsh's assistant via email two days ago to invite Mr. Wolsh on the show to promote his RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD installment and to give his side of the story regarding the litigation. At this time, we have not received a response. Subscribe to this channel for the full interview should one be granted. THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD 4K Steelbook: https://amzn.to/3WGrvBC Rough Workprint: https://archive.org/details/the-return-of-the-living-dead-rough-workprint TRASH'S REVENGE https://cinebacker.com/product/trashs-revenge-rotld-universe/ DRILLER KILLER 2 https://cinebacker.com/product/driller-killer-2/ SHENANDOAH https://amzn.to/4oQEw7t DAYS OF THE DEAD: CHICAGO https://www.daysofthedead.com/chicago2/ DAYS OF THE DEAD: INDIANAPOLIS https://www.daysofthedead.com/indianapolis2/ MORE BRAINS: A RETURN TO THE LIVING DEAD https://amzn.to/3LKKtoc ROTLD ORIGINALS https://rotldoriginals.com/ #beverlyrandolph #rotld #returnofthelivingdead #trashsrevenge #drillerkiller2 #daysofthedead #horrormovies #celebinterview

Deborah "Debi Sue" Voorhees (@DeborahVoorhees ) talks about her time as a journalist, her love of Shakespeare, and what she'd do differently if she directed a remake of FRIDAY THE 13TH PART V: A NEW BEGINNING! From Playboy Bunny to owning her own production company, John Horton (@jahorton13 ) & Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD ) explore her time on the hit TV shows, DALLAS & RIPTIDE, her directorial debut of 13 FANBOY, and why (like the paperboy in BETTER OFF DEAD) she wants her two dollars! We invite you to enjoy this special episode of IN THE SPOTLIGHT (fb.com/inthespotlight)! FRIDAY THE 13TH Box Set https://amzn.to/48TwExy BILLY SHAKESPEARE https://amzn.to/433sShn HIP HOP HAMLET https://youtu.be/z_RTrq4mrSg?si=oLKf0-j7co1OoyVu OTHELLO: GOOD NIGHT MY SWEET https://youtu.be/_rTuF5i2rlE?si=WKHKSMPyHzVUClBP 13 FANBOY Own/Rent on Digital https://amzn.to/48NFfle Minimax San Antonio Screenings: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/minimax-movie-showing-13-fan-boy-tickets-1815983689099?msockid=1b77e2a7c08f608e1de9f4d7c1fa6177 DALLAS Complete Series & 3 Movies https://amzn.to/4hRLbMJ RIPTIDE https://amzn.to/4hC6OAm AVENGING ANGEL https://amzn.to/43BlcD3 #deborahvoorhees #fridaythe13th #inthespotlight #celebrities #interview #shakespeare #13fanboy #satx #sanantonio #minimax #playboy #playboybunny

Wanna be in a movie or see your name in the credits? Here's your chance! Ricky Glore, Eileen Earnest, and Timmy Hart Barron are coming together once again for two all-new comedies. CASUALLY COOL is a quirky homage to TV detectives of the '70s & '80s. TRULY TRUDY is a bizarre John Hughesesque coming-of-age story where the age itself is in dispute. Confused? You won't be ... after this episode of IN THE SPOTLIGHT (fb.com/inthespotlight) hosted by John Horton (@jahorton13 ) & Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD )! CASUALLY COOL and TRULY TRUDY on Indiegogo https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/rickyglore/snl-to-cincinnati-casually-cool-truly-trudy To join the SKULL SQUAD street team, send an email to [email protected] #inthespotlight #casuallycool #trulytrudy #rickyglore #eileenearnest #timmyhartbarron #indiefilms #indiegogo #crowdfunding

Troma's SWEET MEATS cast goes bananas discussing the behind-the-scenes antics of their musical horror comedy film that recently completed its run in "Hands Across Tromerica" and will make its digital debut on Thanksgiving Day 2025. John Horton (@jahorton13 ) & Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD ) welcome the return of director Ricky Glore & stars Eileen Earnest and Timmy H. Barron. Oddly enough, that's not why they came on IN THE SPOTLIGHT (www.facebook.com/inthespotlight). The real reason they are here is to discuss their next TWO films, CASUALLY COOL and TRULY TRUDY. That discussion will be posted later today. However, if you've ever wanted to get involved with a movie, here's a unique way to get your name in the credits or maybe even appear on screen: https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/rickyglore/snl-to-cincinnati-casually-cool-truly-trudy TRUTH IN COMEDY Book https://amzn.to/4ouSM5K TITANIC (since we talked about it for so long) https://amzn.to/3WU8nju #troma #sweetmeats #rickyglore #eileenearnest #timmyhbarron #inthespotlight #celebrities #interviews

RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD is back ... twice?? Producer Michael Joy of Marketing Macabre (https://www.marketingmacabre.com/) joins Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD ) & John Horton (@jahorton13 ) IN THE SPOTLIGHT (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572550589615) to clear up confusion regarding the two upcoming installments in THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD franchise and gives a bit of insight into the new sequel to THE DRILLER KILLER. Plus, Michael shares a sneak preview image of another horror reboot coming soon! TRASH'S REVENGE from DRagonSTUDIOS (@dragonflixchannel ) brings back many of your favorite actors and actresses from THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD universe (including Linnea Quigley & Beverly Randolph) for a whole new brain-eating adventure. Pre-order the movie, game and merchandise or BE A ZOMBIE: https://cinebacker.com/product/trashs-revenge-rotld-universe/ Sign up for DRILLER KILLER 2 updates: https://cinebacker.com/pre-launch/driller-killer-2/ #rotld #returnofthelivingdead #trashsrevenge #livingdead #drillerkiller #drillerkiller2 #dragonstudios #marketingmacabre #inthespotlight

Oompa Loompa do-ba-dee-doo, we have a quick interview for you. Oompa Loompa do-ba-da-dee, Jessa becomes a blueberry. Put your children to bed for this one, because Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory produced more than Everlasting Gobstoppers. Director Bob McKinley takes you on a verbal tour of what happened behind the scenes of his new adult-themed parody short film, JUICE: THE LEGACY, starring Jessa Jupiter Flux ( @TheFinalGhoul ). Thanks for watching and please remember to follow John Horton @jahorton13 , Kyle Pierson @Area51ESD , and IN THE SPOTLIGHT (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572550589615). #willywonka #wonka #jessajupiterflux #bobmckinley #inthespotlight #directorinterview #parody

Actress Beatrice Boepple (@beatrice_boepple_elmstreet6325 ) discusses her iconic role as Amanda Krueger in A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 5: THE DREAM CHILD and her recent turn as the mother of Jason Voorhees in a variety of FRIDAY THE 13TH fan films, including the recently released BLOOD LOSS. She also looks back at her roles in STAKEOUT, THE BEACHCOMBERS, and several upcoming independent features. Fan conventions, her book KRUEGER'S CURSE: A NIGHTMARE BEFORE ELM STREET, and the use of artificial intelligence in motion pictures round out the two-hour discussion. John Horton (@jahorton13 ) & Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD ) hope you'll enjoy this special in-depth interview on this episode of IN THE SPOTLIGHT (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572550589615)! For more on Beatrice Boepple, please visit the following websites: (Unfortunately, Fright Reads Book Festival had already taken place by the time this episode was completed.) BEATRICE BOEPPLE SOCIALS https://www.beatriceboepple.com/ www.instagram.com/beatrice_boepple_elmstreet/ www.facebook.com/beatrice.boepple.1/ www.youtube.com/channel/UCfAemjFq9aoNeu6ANxl0szw A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 7-FILM 4K UHD STEELBOOK COLLECTION w/ extended cuts of 1 & 5 and Freddy’s Dead in 3D with glasses https://amzn.to/4gGcx7B FRIDAY THE 13TH: BLOOD LOSS https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/friday-the-13th-blood-loss-finishing-funds#/ STAKEOUT https://amzn.to/42Dyize QUARANTINE https://amzn.to/4mwNLIk JASON IN INDIANAPOLIS https://youtu.be/GWFvNkqTZF4?si=PCN5ITmAUNmbTkSq JASON’S FURY (formerly titled JASON ESCAPED FROM HELL) https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/jason-s-fury-a-friday-the-13th-fan-film#/ RESURRECTION OF A NIGHTMARE https://youtu.be/rQgIYjzKZ54?si=GBChSEX0CLNWntsE CHRISTMAS BLOODBATH https://tubitv.com/movies/100032052/christmas-bloodbath THE BEACHCOMBERS https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTBEKCe8zyN_GvkX_rYLsYa3EJtWHpUeG&si=6faAgZzNuHpIlNRN SCAREFEST WEEKEND https://scarefestweekend.com/ THE FINAL WALK Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QlPkpTcHdo LOOSE ENDS: VICTIM NO MORE PART II https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/loose-ends-victim-no-more-part-ii#/ ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE CINEMA Marathon https://www.fangoria.com/a-nightmare-on-elm-street-alamo-drafthouse/ AMITYVILLE BARBI VS THE EVIL DEAD-O’S www.facebook.com/amityvillebarbithemovie/ THE EMERALD FOREST www.facebook.com/theemeraldforestmovie HORROR HOUND BITES www.facebook.com/groups/1356627088846776 Special thanks to Beatrice Boepple for being so generous with her time in granting us this interview. We are forever in your debt! #beatriceboepple #anightmareonelmstreet #fridaythe13th #actress #inthespotlight

Mel Heflin (@MelHeflin ) talks acting and other aspirations in a deep dive that unearths layers of the film industry that has often been left unexplored. Join John Horton (@jahorton13 ) & Kyle Pierson (@Area51ESD ) for this special 75-minute IN THE SPOTLIGHT interview with one of indie horror's leading ladies and find links to many of her works below: Return Of The Corn Zombies available on Amazon Prime, Plex, VUDU, and Hoopla double feature Blu-ray with Attack Of The Corn Zombies: https://amzn.to/4p3OoM8 Sexy Sorority Sisters Of Death https://igg.me/at/sexydeath Scarlett Rain (2010) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pZv1CNou08&t=4182s Pigshit not available yet Phobophilian music video https://youtu.be/xu0ofTImMZI?si=bL_G8OFnEMZvhX-n Good Night Film Set children's book https://a.co/d/5ybKyqQ Book narrations https://www.amazon.com/s?k=mel+heflin&crid=1C8KAOPI3OAUW&sprefix=mel+heflin%2Caps%2C234&ref=nb_sb_noss_1 Bride of the Werewolf https://tubitv.com/movies/569595/bride-of-the-werewolf Return to Splatter Farm https://tubitv.com/movies/573711/return-to-splatter-farm FL Man https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=fl+man+mel+heflin&mid=5608308C9B6DE250A9205608308C9B6DE250A920&FORM=VIRE Hellvira's Haunted Asylum of Horror https://amzn.to/47nnusl Death Bike https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/death-bike-horror-film#/ #melheflin #indiehorror #horrormovies #deathbike #hellvira #sexysororitysistersofdeath

IN THE SPOTLIGHT's Kyle Pierson does a 30-minute solo interview with the director of the improvisational comedy, EASY DIGGING. Marissa Macy explains how she was able to stretch $3,500 into a feature film and the pros and cons of hiring remote actors, while shooting a mockumentary-style film. The discussion also shifts briefly from the movie to her new book to be released in 2026. EASY DIGGING will screen at the San Antonio Film Festival at 10am on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the Radius Center. Tickets: https://www.showpass.com/easy-digging/ #easydigging #holefest #sanantoniofilmfestival