Interviews

Interview with Kimo Stamboel, director of ‘Dancing Village: The Curse Begins

Published

2 years ago

04/24/2024

Hitting theaters this weekend across the US is the suspenseful thriller, Dancing Village: The Curse Begins. The Indonesian horror film is a prequel to KKN DI DESA PENARI, which was the highest grossing Indonesian film in history when it was released in 2022. This new film is the first film made for IMAX movie ever produced in Southeast Asia and in 2024, it will be one of only five films made for IMAX productions worldwide. Producer Manoj Punjabi is Indonesia’s most successful film and TV producer, and is the founder of MD Pictures, the country’s largest film company. Punjabi has produced 168 movies, including five of the biggest all-time local box office hits in Indonesia, including SEWU DINO and KKN DI DESA PENARI.

Hear my conversation with director of the movie Kimo Stamboel who had a lot of pressure on him due to the success of the first film and some of the other challenges he faced which includes, working with over 300 live snakes.

SYNOPSIS: In this horror-thriller, a shaman instructs Mila to return a mystical bracelet, the Kawaturih, to the “Dancing Village,” a remote site on the easternmost tip of Java Island. Joined by her cousin, Yuda, and his friends Jito and Arya, Mila arrives on the island only to discover that the village elder has passed away, and that the new guardian, Mbah Buyut, isn’t present. Various strange and eerie events occur while awaiting Mbah Buyut’s return, including Mila being visited by Badarawuhi, a mysterious, mythical being who rules the village. When she decides to return the Kawaturih without the help of Mgah Buyut, Mila threatens the village’s safety, and she must join a ritual to select the new “Dawuh,” a cursed soul forced to dance for the rest of her life.

Interviews

‘Penny Lane Is Dead’ Now Streaming on Shudder: Interview with Director Mia-Kate Russell

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1 week ago

08/29/2026

Ted (Steady)

Writer and director Mia-Kate Russell joins us to discuss her new horror film, Penny Lane Is Dead, now streaming on Shudder! In this interview, Russell talks about the inspiration behind the film and how the story came to life, while also sharing insight into working with the movie’s talented cast.

She also takes us behind the scenes to discuss the incredible special effects makeup team and the work that went into creating the film’s gruesome and unforgettable visuals. Don’t miss our conversation with Mia-Kate Russell about Penny Lane Is Dead and the creative process behind bringing this chilling new horror story to the screen!

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Synopsis: Set on a hot summer’s night in 1986 Australia, Penny Lane is celebrating getting into college with her longtime girlfriends Toni and Amy. The night, however, does not turn out as planned. After Penny’s jealous and troubled cousin Kat decides a cruel prank is in order, what begins as a thoughtless spiked cupcake game spirals into a night of bloodshed. In the Ozploitation tradition, Mia-kate Russell’s debut feature is a blood-soaked descent into love, betrayal and survival, infused with dark comedy and rage.

Watch the official trailer below.

Interviews

Justin Brooks & Emily Bennett Talk ‘Blood Shine’ Ahead of August 21 Digital Release

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2 weeks ago

08/21/2026

Ted (Steady)

Get ready for a new dose of horror! We sit down with Justin Brooks and Emily Bennett to talk about their new horror film ‘Blood Shine’ which drops today on VOD. In our conversation we explore their inspiration for the story, how they formed the characters, intense behind-the-scenes experiences, and what makes this terrifying new movie stand out for horror fans.

Be sure to watch the film starting today on VOD and for more info visit the film site here.

For a list of sites where to watch the film click here.

Synopsis: In upstate New York, Clara is a religious zealot who worships light in lonely, sacred rituals. Brighton West is a horror filmmaker trying to work on his script when a chance encounter with Clara leads him into an hallucinatory web of faith, flesh, and the sublime.

Interviews

Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Interview: Gregg Berger on Voicing Grimlock

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3 weeks ago

08/17/2026

Ted (Steady)

Join us LIVE for a special celebration of the 40th anniversary of The Transformers: The Movie with legendary voice actor Gregg Berger, the original voice of Grimlock! Gregg takes us behind the scenes of the beloved 1986 animated classic, sharing memories of voicing the iconic Dinobot, stories from the recording booth, and his experiences being part of a film that has become a cornerstone of Transformers history. Whether you’re a longtime Transformers fan or discovering the movie for the first time, this is a celebration you won’t want to miss!