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From horror to heist movie, how this creative team pulled off the new action thriller, ‘The Omro Heist’ – Interview

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The Omro Heist comes from the teams behind the wildly successful “The Mouse Trap,” and the wickedly brilliant dark comedy “Stealing Chaplin. ” This latest indie gem from Dystopian Films, “The Omro Heist” filmed in Wisconsin is led by director Jamie Bailey (“The Mouse Trap”), and stars Canada based Brit Simon Phillips (Netflix’s “FUBAR” with Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lionsgate’s “Survive the Game” with Bruce Willis, Amazon Prime hit TV Shows “Age of The Living Dead” & Blood and Snow,” and the wickedly brilliant dark comedy “Stealing Chaplin”) Ken Bressers (“The Nights Before Christmas,” “Blood and Snow,” “The United Nations of Horror”), Anthony Crivello (“Crocodile Dundee II,” “Seinfeld,” FX’s “Feud”), and Damir Kovic (“The Mouse Trap,” “Kill Me I’m Irish”). Find it now on VOD.

The Omro Heist gives audiences The Town meets Spotlight, combining the intensity of a heist thriller with the revelatory intrigue of a conspiracy. What if a bank robbery wasn’t about the money at all? What if the real crime happened long before the first shot was fired?

SYNOPSIS: A bank robbery goes wrong in a once quiet Wisconsin small town. The locals must stand up to take down an evil gunman who will kill anyone that gets in his way. Directed by Jamie Bailey.


Ted aka Steady is a film critic and the managing editor forCountdownCityGeeks.com. He has covered some of the largest pop culture events in the world including SXSW and San Diego Comic-Con. He has also hosted a variety of events such as eSports Tourneys, film festivals, to moderating panels for some of the biggest names in entertainment including Josh Brolin, Rosario Dawson and Giancarlo Esposito.

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Heather Graham Talks ‘What Happened to Doris?’ at the Fantastic Fest 2026 World Premiere

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The Countdown City Geeks hit the Fantastic Fest film festival for a red-carpet interview with actress Heather Graham at the World Premiere of her latest film, ‘What Happened to Doris?’.

Graham talks about the new film, her experience working on the project with co-star Island Austin, and what it was like bringing the story and her character to life. She also shares her excitement about premiering the Prime Video ‘Carrie’ series written by Mike Flanagan.

Lastly, we take a short dive into her filmography to reminisce about her time on Austin Powers, Lost in Space and the upcoming 30th anniversary of Boogie Nights.



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Rising Scream Queen Cameron Dawson Gray takes audiences inside the chilling world of ‘Family’

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Actress Cameron Dawson Gray sits down with Countdown City Geeks to discuss her new horror film, ‘Family’, and her experience bringing the chilling story to life. In this exclusive interview, Gray talks about her character, the filmmaking experience, working with writer/director Benjamin Finkel, and what audiences can expect from this unsettling new horror movie.

Gray also shares insights into the challenges and excitement of working on ‘Family’, the film’s themes, and what drew her to the project.



Ten-year-old Johanna and her parents Naomi (Ruth Wilson) and Harry (Ben Chaplin) have moved back to Naomi’s childhood home in the suburbs of Philadelphia. When Johanna hangs a magic birdhouse to protect her ailing father, his illness worsens, dark visions creep in, and her beloved dog vanishes without a trace. Convinced a sinister spirit is to blame, Johanna spirals into a haunting fantasy world that mirrors her deepest fears.

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‘Family’ Horror Movie Interview: Benjamin Finkel on His Terrifying New Film

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Writer and director Benjamin Finkel sits down with Countdown City Geeks to discuss his new film, ‘Family’, and the inspiration behind this terrifying new movie. In this exclusive interview, Finkel takes us behind the scenes of ‘Family’, sharing details about the story, filmmaking process, characters, and his creative vision for the film.

Finkel discusses the challenges of bringing ‘Family’ to the screen, the themes explored throughout the movie, and what audiences can expect from his latest directorial project.



Ten-year-old Johanna and her parents Naomi (Ruth Wilson) and Harry (Ben Chaplin) have moved back to Naomi’s childhood home in the suburbs of Philadelphia. When Johanna hangs a magic birdhouse to protect her ailing father, his illness worsens, dark visions creep in, and her beloved dog vanishes without a trace. Convinced a sinister spirit is to blame, Johanna spirals into a haunting fantasy world that mirrors her deepest fears.

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