The Catch Me Interviews

Joel D. Wynkoop


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has starred in more than 30 'B' movies. He has also appeared in many plays, TV commercials, infomercials, documentaries, and behind-the-scenes videos. He has worked as a stunt man, fight choreographer, director, writer, producer, as well as actor. Mr. Wynkoop can be checked out on the Internet Movie Data Base, (IMDB), b-independent.com, and many other web sites just by cross referencing his name to any of his movies. Mr. Wynkoop took best actor in The Italian Film Festival for the movie 'CREEP', and was voted the newest 'KING OF THE B-MOVIES' by ALTERNATIVE CINEMA magazine.

#1. JW-You kind of remind me of a Shot-On Video CHUCK NORRIS,Is he an inspiration ?

Funny you should say CHUCK NORRIS he is my favorite action star. I think when I seen my first CHUCK NORRIS movie "GOOD GUYS WHERE BLACK" with my nephews Darrin Heidebrecht and Mark Heidebrecht. Once I saw that I said "Wow, karate isn't a bunch of crap, I have to learn that." I met Marty (can't remember last name) and he got me started running and doing some karate moves then I met who would soon become my instructer Richard Wingate. He taught me TAE KWON DO and kickboxing. From there I said "man I should do a karate movie" Well , it was awhile before that happened, there were four movies before that and then came "LOST FAITH", my karate flick. I think after that I wanted to have karate in all my movies but you can't have every single movie with karate in it if your trying to be a character actor, but these were always my favorites to do. I think I just always new that is what I wanted to do. Of course I grew up with Batman and The Green Hornet as well in the 70's. I always wanted to be superhhero too, in fact you'll see one of my characters pop up in alot of my movies and friends would no who I was if you said "RAY BLAST". I guess it's always been fun to be the "SUPERHERO" saving people and having people pat you on the back and say "Good job". I'll do a guy sittin' around in a lawnchair looking at the clouds and burping but I'd much rather be the Cope Ransom or Steve Nekoda or Dan Hess or Nick Hazzard battling the forces of evil. It's a BLAST.
#2. Any books or what did send you on this road ?

Well, I'm ashamed I don't read alot, I've read my partner Tim Ritters books, "UNREEL", "THE HAMMER WILL FALL" and Franklin E. Wales books "BOOGER" and "GAMEMASTER" and they were great but they were fiction, now understand they WERE COOL!!! But for inspirational my favorite was CHUCK NORRIS MY STORY. This talked about his struggles and his personal conflicks becoming an actor and his personal life. I hope to model "STAY HUNGRY: THE JOEL D. WYNKOOP STORY" after this. It's my book on my personal story and conflicks about my personal life as I was trying to make movies and make my dream come true. Of course number one, THE HOLY BIBLE. Even though I know alot of what I have done is pretty graphic in the past but I still say it's not real it's acting and it's a form of entertainment and I HAVE NEVER MUGGED, BEAT, OR KILLED ANYONE. For real life struggles I look to the Bible and to God, I will pray for people at the drop of a hat. There is great power in prayer.
#3. If we asked whats GOOD about Joel on a set ?

I don't know, here's a list of the director's I've worked with, ask them: Tim Ritter Gustavo Perez John C. Lewis Micheal Hoffman Jason Liqouri Garland Hewlitt John Matheny Phil Herman Ryan Cavaline Kevin Lindenmuth Marcus Koch David "THE ROCK" Nelson Warren Madden Conrad Brooks
and probably a couple more I may have left out, sorry if I did, I'm gettin' old!!
I don't know, I think Tim always liked everything I have done. Gus Perez has enjoyed everything I have been in.The reason I got the part in "DARK DIMENSIONS" was John Lewis was the camera man on ANGORA and he liked my acting as "THE KING" and gave me the part of Louiss in "DARK DIMENSIONS". Marcus Koch liked me in "CREEP" and that is how I secured the part of Dr. Robert Olsen in "ROT". Mike Hoffman almost grew up with me watching me do "SCREAMING FOR SANITY" and he told me "One day I'm going to make a movie and I want you to be in it", and I was, "SCARY TALES" 1and 2. I met Jason at Halloween Horror Picture Show and I gave him a copy of "CREEP", he saw that and said "I gotta get this guy in one of my movies and that is how I got "DEATHPLOTS" the "REAPS" segment. In fact he liked the performance that he wrote me a sequel to "REAPS", I'm doing that in a couple of months from now. Conrad is great, he loves all my movies and that makes you feel good about yourself. It makes you want to make more. I was doing "ROT" and director Marcus Koch told Garland Hewlitt the director of "Brainrobbers from Outer Space" "I've got Joel Wynkoop up here from "CREEP" doing "ROT" "Wow" Garland said "Can you get him to do a cameo in my movie.?" I met Ryan Cavaline through Phil Herman same scenario, Ryan asked Phil, can you get Joel Wynkoop in one of my movies and thats how I did "Tales for the Midnight Hour." Phil and I never met face to face but became great friends over the phone and tried to place each other in each others movies. Tim and I did work for Kevin Lindenmuth for the Alien Agenda movies and "Addicted to Murder Two- Tainted Blood". John Matheny has seen some of my movies and my work and has been putting me in his projects for film festivals. Long answer huh? Sorry, I think the general concenus is "DIRTY COP" and "CREEP".
#4. ...And the BAD of Joel?

Hey I fully admit theres alot of people that hate me and hate my movies but I know at least five people that like them. The worst?, let me think.........I think I always, if any hear the worst from "LOST FAITH" nobody seems to like that.
#5.How do you relax ?

Beer and Pizza. I don't know watching "Justice League" and "Spiderman"episodes. I like to watch "SUPERNATURAL" and "MEDIUM", sometimes "COPS" and "SEINFELD". I catch something in the middle of it on TV and want to go rent the movie. Sleeping is GREAT!
#6.Personal quirks or habits ?

I like to make the director laugh. I like when I get the applause from the other actors, it lets me know I'm doing what they want and the other actors are enjoying it. I like to come up with new characters like Dr. OLSEN from "ROT" or LONGFELLOW from "SCARY TALES", I love coming up with a "NEW" character, like "RANSOM", "THE KING", or Louiss from "DARK DIMENSIONS". As far as the stunts go I do about whatever to make the scene look cool even though I do beat the crap out of my body literally. I guess whatever I can bring to the table as an actor as long as the director approves.... ahh the HELL with it, even if they don't like it I tell them "Let me do it anyway or I'll kick your ass."
#7. So,You ARE this Shot-On-Video Icon,Last words ?

You and Robert Massetti kill me with this ICON stuff. It's flattering but I'm just some old guy pretending to be a superhero or a monster or a mad doctor or an anti hero or............
It's just fun being able to do the thing I love the most and having all these directors of different movies call me and say "Would you star in my movie" Where else can you rescue damsels in distress, kill inocent people, act like Wolverine, karate the bad guys, or belch uncontrolably...well that you can do anywhere but you always get that same response from everybody "shutup you pig". I just tell them, "I'm not a pig...but I palyed one in "DIRTY COP 2: I AM A PIG"
As Stan Lee once said "NUFF SAID"
"To anyone who has ever had a dream, never quit, never give up and always "STAY HUNGRY" for your desire."




DONNA MICHELLE *3rd DUST TO DUST interview

I am a Model & actress, age 19 of California. Experienced in modeling artistic, casul, fashion, non-nude glamour, lingerie, swimwear & sports. My acting experience includes dram classes, theatrical plays and I am cast in a number of independent films. Seeking work to further my career on a professional level.
*Dust to Dust - I play a lead role as "Rachel Flynn". In this film I am part of a group of young teens who head out on the road to party and end up at an abandoned funeral home and begin telling scary stories as events start to unfold and take place turning this adventure into a nightmare..
*Dead Things (2005) - I play a lead role as "Sarah Craven", where a group of young people adventure out into the backwoods on a camping trip and meet up with some hillbillies and things take a turn for the worst..
* Sideline Secrets - I play a small role in this film as "Molly" the young girlfriend of a corrupt cop, who is involved in an illegal scandle involving the blackmailing of young boys, who get in trouble, into sexual favors for clients, things take a turn when the truth starts to come out, when one of the victims meets up with the son of a Doctor, who is the head of this operation...
* The Janitor _ I am an extra in this film as a girl at a sorority party, where the Janitor takes revenge after loosing his job and goes on a killling spree..
* Dancing On the Dark Side of the Moon - In this film I play the role of Rose's unborn child/narrator in a psychological thriller..
1)Your mom is kewl for a stage mother,hope foot is better ?

yes my mother is a great help and she is doing much better, she has her cast off now and heeling well.
2)Donna,If you could say what sent you on this career of yours(Which is going quite well) ?

I started modeling when I was 15 years old doing photoshoots and building portfolios and seeking work and slowly gaining exposure. One day I seen a casting for extras for "The Janitor" and was in the area so went by and was given a role as an extra and it was fun and I was interested in acting, so from there continued seeking acting jobs and answering casting calls and eventually started getting cast in the films..
3)Do you like scary movies,Seemed kind of afraid on set ?

yes I like horror movies and enjoy acting in them it is a lot of fun.
4)Your website is very impressive,have you thought of selling items on it ?

ebay ?

I currently sell various items of fashion, swimwear, accessories, gifts and misc other items through affiliate programs. I previously sold posters, promo pics & calendars of myself and it wasn't profitable enough to continue with it. But perhaps, will try some other personal items at a later date.
5)Think you might want to do a tv series someday ?

Reality TV maybe ?

Reality show ? I would be interested in doing a tv series, but not wild about reality shows and find them to be too much over played drama involving peoples private personal lives that should remain private and to me that is not very appealing or beneficial in the business career wise..
6)Any personal quirk,or habit we can quote on internet ?

I can't really think of any habits or quirks at the moment.
7)10 years from now,Where will your fans find you ???

10 years is hard to say, but hopefully they will find me working a successful stable career in the business and perhaps maybe have a family and normal personal life as well.
website: http://ModelDonnaMichelle.com

Peter Mervis


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Peter Mervis interview for CATCH ME interviews.

PETER MERVIS speaks with GUESTAR

Peter mervis, originally from Michigan, is currently in production on an untitled action/adventure film for The Asylum.
Peter's favorite films include; The Big Lebowski, Twin Peaks, O'Brother Where Art Thou?, Fargo and The Conversation.
* When A Killer Calls
* Dead Men Walking
1) Peter,You have a unusual eye for film,If we may comment.
Dead Men Walking had a look that seemed bigger and conveyed the desperation and horror.
Can't imagine where you are going to go with When A Killer Calls.Should be better that that Stranger remake.
On the set,do you read anything or listen to any music ?

--I wish I could.
The drive to the set is about the only music time I get on shoot days and it's probably not the music you'd think.
On KILLER I was listening to Grand Funk Railroad, Soulfly, Yes and Van Halen.
On DEAD MEN it was Steely Dan and Robert Plant.
Music has always had a huge influence on my creative process.
I would love to be able to utilize more music on set to help create whatever mood I'm after.
The schedule on these movies was so fast and furious there wasn't any time to indulge.
--During prep on KILLER my production crew would not stop listening to 2 LIVE CREW in the office.
I don't know what that was all about but it seemed to help.
2) On the set what would bystanders say is the BEST about The Mervis ?
And of course the WORST ?

--The BEST is that I look good in my jeans... and a distant second would be that The Mervis wants you to be happy.
I'm easy to get along with.
I will do my best to see that my actors and crew know they are an integral part of the big picture.
I want them to feel that we are all there to work together, do our best under the circumstances (and there always are 'circumstances') and have an overall good experience making the movie.
--The WORST is I tend to want to resort to fisticuffs immediately if my authority is challenged in front of people.
Wait...
The WORST is I'm very critical of myself.
I tend to flog myself and stress when behind schedule and I feel my work is substandard...and it often is!
3) When not filming The Darkness of Cinema, How do you relax ?

--In recent times I try to save the darkness for the screen.
I have a whole back-catalogue of darkness on which to draw.
These days, since right after filming DEAD MEN, I relax by hanging out with my wife and new son, Aidan.
He has this way of making stress disappear with a smile.
Boring, right?
Other than that I love to read, play guitar, take photographs, listen to music and watch educational television.
I got a really cool new Abraham Lincoln book, TEAM of RIVALS, for Christmas that I can't wait to read (after I'm done with my next three movies).
4) Chris Anglin as the guard and Griff Furst as the inmate WERE intense in DMW ,What is your opinion of results ?

--I love the results with them.
I'm a huge fan of both of those gentlemen. When you meet good people you have to stick with them.
I'd work with either at the drop of a hat.
Anglin stole the show in DEAD MEN.
On camera he's intense and on set he rolls with every punch.
Anglin is also in KILLER playing a character completely opposite of Sweeny in DEAD MEN.
In KILLER he plays a well mannered, nice-guy father who gets his throat cut.
He's solid as a rock.
--Griff however is another story... Just kidding, Griff.
I actually can't wait to work with Griff (aka Brick Firestone) again.
He's another guy who is always rock solid and he's kick-ass to have on set.
It's hard to keep him in his clothes though.
Griff is wise beyond his years and has a wicked sense of humor.
I was suprised to find out he's only 16!
5) Personal quirk or habit, We can quote ?

--I talk to myself...a lot.
I do it in strange voices most of the time, too. So I catch a lot of crap about it.
I freak some people out when I sing or yell random words In the bathroom.
I may be saying too much...
I don't think it's a condition or anything like that.
It's usually just an indicator that I'm in a good mood.



Tom Downey

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Tom Downey interview for CATCH ME interviews.

Tom Downey speaks with GUESTAR

Hey Chris, Thanks for the interest.
I have been in the business for 15 years and done stage, tv and film work.
I am a native of Boston Ma., and a devout Red Sox fan.
I am looking to get back into acting full time and have had a blast working with the Asylum in the past year on no fewer than 10 films.
They took full advantage of my talents in every capacity from truck driver to set construction, art department and effects to yes even acting in a monster suit and one afternoon I even bar-b-qued in the beast costume.

Dracula's Curse
Hillside Cannibals: The Legend of Seany Bean
Exorcism: The Possession of Gail Bowers
King of the Lost World
Dead Men walking
Shapeshifter
The Beast of Bray Road
Frankenstein Reborn
H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds
Jolly Roger: Massacre at Cutter's Cove

1) We hate to gush from the start ,But we have a Yahoo Club http://groups.yahoo.com/group/monstersuitsthem/ about actors who portray monsters,and we dedicated a month to you and Shapeshifter recently. Where do you get the thoughts to play a demon ?

Playing the Shapeshifter was a very gratifying experience.
It was cool to disappear into the monster suit and have folks actually be freaked out by my presence.
The fact that the suit stunk to high heaven probably freaked them out more, (parts of the suit were recycled from Bray Rd.) and the temperature inside the suit was a steamy 100 plus degrees so that didn't help.
So the heat the stench and the alienation created a sort of living hell and plenty to draw on as the Demon I call "Slim Shifty".
I did enjoy the feeding frenzy but thought I was shorted when the script didn't call for me taking a bite out of the films heroine, Jennifer Wiggins.
2) Are you having fun at www.theasylum.cc ?

We have been so busy doing what we love all year that it feels like having fun is my job. I have been lucky.
3) Really enjoyed KOTLW and BOBR,seen all your films ---Do you prefer in front of camera or behind ?

Why ?

I am first and foremost an actor, but the films don't get made unless every one pitches in and helps to make the script a reality.
The experience of working as crew has been invaluable the aggravation immeasurable and the end results beyond expectation.
I love the whole Sha-bang.
4) You seem so nice IN CHARACTER,Anything Latt and company could tell us if pressured ?

The folks at the Asylum better have nothing but niceties to say about me or I just might "shift" into demon mode and slap my pimp hand down on them.
5) So.Any last words and what is next ?

Thanks for your time and interest, keep an eye out for me as an exorcist, cannibal and vampire hunter in the months to come.
In the mean time I'll be making more movies, so be afraid, be VERY afraid.
Sincerely Yours Tom Downey


DUST TO DUST cast/crew #1
DT Carney


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DT Carney speaks with GUESTAR

Six the Mark Unleashed
Akeelah & the Bee
DUST to DUST
Bloody Mary
Idol Pursuits
Evil Ever After
ROCKY 6

1) What made you want to make these movies ?
Favorite Tv Show or Movie ?
Always wanted to act or make horror films since I was a kid (Really!!!!)
Favorite TV Show-Twilight Zone/Night Gallery
favortite films- halloween/crash/jaws/NOTLD
Book -on the road
2) Cant imagine what kind of music or a book ,You might enjoy ?

Music-Sarah Mclachlan , Aimee Mann,Mazzy Star , Grateful Dead, Grant lee phillips
3) One word descriptions...

Brinke Stevens/Professional
Felissa Rose/ Stunning
Lynn Lowry/Beautiful
Stephen Baldwin/Cool
Debbie Rochon/Sexy
Joe Estevez/Friend
Georgia Vasi/Soulmate
4)How do you relax ?

Sex & Drinking
5) personal quirk or habit to leave with your fans ?

I am so unorganized , I don't know how I ever get anything done.

DUST TO DUST cast/crew #2
ZOMBIE HOUSE - James M. Cruz and Joey Zambrano


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Mini-Bios
JC Bio - I am one of the original founders of Zombie House Productions and head director/ DP/ editor. I was born in Fresno California. I have always been into the arts such as drawing, painting, music and film making. I went through all those stages and found that my passion is film. And the others are hobbies and to pass the time. A close second is music i love playing guitar, bass and trying to pick up drums.
JZ BIO coming soon..
(Will probably refer to you as JZ and JC,who would have thought those intials in same interview )
1)You both are so different in person and styles,What inspired you both in Movies__________Television shows_______CDs(music)____________(Take as much space as you need)?

A.) JC- Well I have always been about the classics to start off. I am a huge fan of the old horror movies. The ones you'll find for ninety-nine cents at the local video store on VHS. The movies that really inspired me were The Creep Show movies, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, The Shining, The Exorcist and the Dead Movies(Night, Dawn, Day). I can't name them all, there is just way too many. As for TV shows I would have to say the Tales From the Crypt series is what really launched my drive to do films. Since i was about 8 years old my cousins and I would stay up late to catch the show, and then the next day they would write up a script, and we'd go out and shoot our own little Tales From the Crypt story that we made up. It was pretty embarrassing I would hate those tapes to surface. I believe music and film go together hand in hand. I am into classical rock/metal music, as long as its very guitar heavy. Music is what helps me get the creative juices flowing. That is why when i am editing a movie, designing a poster or drawing out story boards, that i have to be listening to some music. If i can get mind lost in what i am listening to, I can just be creative naturally and not force it, i like it to flow smooth. I also play guitar to keep the mind at ease, when I find myself stumped on anything, I just plug in the guitar jam out a bit, come back with a clear mind and go to town.
JZ : Heh, well I don't know if I can top James, but for me personally the movies I loved as a kid were basically the worst kind of movies to even like. I was a big fan of the garbage pale kids movie, I know I know , it was by far one of the worst films ever made, but for a kid, it was freaking awesome. But growing up in the late 80's early 90's, you were exposed to a lot of cheesy horror movies like "Killer Klowns From Outer Space", and one of my Favorites "Night of the Comet", so its hard to have "good taste" in Horror movies, because I just love all aspects of the Genre, from scaring to grossing people out. That's why we do what we do, its great to watch, but amazing to create! Oh yeah, I really don't get inspired from T.V. , Maybe get a few ideas from unsolved mysteries , oh god that theme song scared me. As far as music goes I love classic Rock and some modern stuff as well. Play me a song with a catchy riff and a good vocalist and im in.
2)From a technical filmic standpoint, Who are your go-to for film expertise(Not necessarily emulate-but Am I clear ?)?

A.) JC- To be honest i really don't have anyone i can go to for that. I really wish i had. But for the most part i like to read books about film making and cinematography. I also look to the extras on DVDs to see what they can help me with. Or just converse with my partners to see if my ideas work or not.
JZ- I personally don't like to ask people with more experience than me for help, because it makes me feel like I don't know what the hell I'm doing, even though there were times I didn't, but i would rather make mistakes and learn from them, so I can better understand why you should or shouldn't do certain things in filmmaking. As far as Zombie House is Concerned were all one unit, and I know they have the same experience as me, so I wouldn't hesitate to ask those guys for help and opinions. I want us all to grow as film makers at the same time.
3)On/Off the film set,What is the BEST THING about you both ?

A.) JC - I don't know about the best thing, i am really modest. But i think my best quality is my eye for certain shots. If a shot doesn't work from the storyboards i can usually find a good substitute and make it work. I like to let the angles speak for themselves. I try not to get over artsy, because i fear that the viewers will pay too much attention to the shot, then what is actually happening in the film.
JZ - Well the best thing about me is my hair, its just so long and beautiful , haha im sorry , I just had to throw that in. But seriously the best thing about me is my ability to boost moral, especially on set. If the director or any of my crew members feel crappy about the way something is turning out or just unsure, I try my best to help them out and let them know that we will over come any obstacle that's thrown in front of us. Actually all members of Zombie House are like that.
4) And,THE WORST thing about each other ?

A.) JC - I am a clown. I laugh way too much. I have a bad habit of joking around too much. When me and Joey Z. get on a film shoot we just start joking around laughing. But i am starting to get a better grip on that now. I am actually breaking the habit. Quite proud of myself actually.
JZ- Yea me and James tend to get unprofessional on set some times, but you know what, sometimes we feel that everyone is so serious and uptight , we just cant help but goof around, but like James said were starting to get a little better at that.
5) What is up with the rumors of a TV PILOT ???

A.) JC - Yes, I Directed and co- edited a TV pilot. It runs about 22 minutes and it has to do with the old haunted sanitarium in Clovis California. The place is out of this world! Its over a 100 years old, over 18,000 square feet of haunted mansion and hospital and was once the only hospital in Clovis. I really cant get into to too much details of the actual content of the pilot but i can just tell you that we are really proud of it and it is some of our best work up to date. Its visually pleasing and entertaining. It is definitely one of our greatest accomplishments. Once i get the green light, i can give you guys full detail on the whole project and its contents, I'll keep you informed Chris, promise!
JZ- Yup lots of fun to do, that project was Zombie House's biggest yet, I know im very proud of how it came out. Cant wait to share it with the rest of the world.
6)Do either of you have a personal quirk, habit, or superstition that we can quote on the internet ?

A.) JC - No not really, no quirks i just have a habit of smoking. And i do like to pray before and after we shoot.
JZ - Oh yeah , I tend to complain a lot when Im hungry I get real bitchy, haha! Don't leave a skinny guy begging for food, it gets ugly!
7) Any last words, And we know from experience on the set,You have opinions ?

A.) I would just like to thank all the people that believe in us and support us. My mom that has been helping me out tremendously with my dream, my brothers and girl friend for being there. Fellow friends in the film business that believe in Zombie House and gave us new opportunities you guys are awesome, you know who you are. And thank you Chris for this interview way cool buddy take care. But as far as opinions just make sure when your making a short or a full length is too plan all your stuff out really carefully, use storyboards and try not to do last minute changes unless absolutely necessary.
JZ- I just wanna say that I love what I do, and I love the guys I work with. I had a blast with all of you guys, especially all the actors and people Zombie House got to work with. And thanks to Chris Mackey for hooking up the interview, wow I feel so famous!! Ha ha. All I can here people say is Zombie House who??? Oh you'll know who we are soon enough!!


REBEKAH KOCHAN
Films: *Dracula's Curse
*When a Killer Calls
*Exorcism: The Possession of Gail Bowers
*Artistic License
*Eating Out

"Rebekah,Can I mention that I love that you were'nt the girl in Exorcism(sooo mean),and might be the girl in When a Killer Calls(sooo sweet)...Just kidding,But who knows Bitch or Angel in Dracula's Curse :)"
1)What entertainment sent you here ? ,A favorite movie or TV episode ?

I've wanted to be an actress since the time I was six years old, this may sound corny but it's something I always new I wanted to do.
2) What kind of Cell Phone do you have and Can you text messages without nightmares?

LOL. I have your basic Sprint flip phone, however when I get blocked calls now I do get a little nervous.
3)If we ask your directors Peter or Leigh ,what is the BEST about RK,what would we find out ?

Hmmm. I would like to think I'm pretty easy to work with, I kind of just go with the flow.
4)...Hey,Or what is the WORST cast/crew might say about 'Ya ?

Well... I go a little crazy when I'm tired.
Not mean, I just get really slap happy.
Around hour fourteen of shooting for the day, it's probably more annoying than anything else
5)How do you relax between scenes or films ?

I read my script, read magazines, talk to other people on set,
6)Any personal superstitions/habits on set/off ?

I think off set I am pretty superstitious but I try not to be on set.
There's too much going on to let things like that get in the way.
7) Parting words of wisdom about life,acting,Theasylum ???

For me it's all about the acting.
I was telling Leigh Scott this the other day.
When I'm on set I really do try to not care about how I look, how tired I am, how cold it is...
I really try to just give the best performance I can.
As far as T!
As far as TheAsylum goes they're a really talented, great group of people and I have a lot of fun working with them.


ELIZA SWENSON interview



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I grew up one of seven children in a little town in Central California.
My family is anything but typical; both of my parents have PhDs so my choice to be "in the arts" as I call it and Why do you want to live in that crappy city? as they call it wasn't exactly favorable.
But that being said, they are and forever will be my barometer in life and creativity; and since I am a redhead and a Leo, that is saying a lot.
I studied music and theater and even took up my college boyfriend's major just to prove that I could do it and I did.
Believe it or not, it was business.
Trust me, that is out of my system.
I love strawberries, perfect weather, fireplaces, people that make life great, fairytales, and jumping in without testing the water.

* Dracula's Curse
* Pineapple
*Candy Stripers
* Satanic
*King of the Lost World
* The Beast of Bray Road
* Frankenstein Reborn
1) You did the soundtracks to Dracula's Curse and Exorcism : Possession Of Gail Bowers, this is a step in new direction for you ?

I studied music in college and did quite a bit of songwriting as well as film scoring there, although I guess that doesn't mean much. With most artistic forms, you've got it or you don't. I think school just helps you honestly evaluate your possibilities as well as limitations.
It has been fun to come back to that skill and be able to put it to good use.
I think that being an actress is also extremely helpful to my scoring.
It has taught me to think in a more complex, colorful and subjective way as if I am acting out each character while I am writing their musical themes.
2)You have a surreal beauty,in a good way and so much talent...What exactly is the ultimate goal-Band or in front of a camera ?

Wow.
Thanks, that is sweet.
Well, those are some good choices. Lets see, shall we. If I am I Rock God, best thing, well, I'm a God!
Not bad.
But with that comes people saying that they want to be sacrificed to me, or that they robbed a bank because subconsciously I told them to.
Hmmm... If I am an actress, I am immortal! That's cool, but I might have to make my own movies though, no offense, but I don't want to starve myself just to guest star as "The waitress" on the OC. Either way, I want to do cool stuff!!!
I was in Austin filming Pineapple and I went to the Alamo Drafthouse to see a movie, and I don't know if you have ever heard of it, but it kicks a**!
Instead of those mindless "Whose was in Die Hard" questions or the subliminal /Popcorn/candy/popcorn/ before the movie, they had crazy shorts, infomercials from the 50s, insane stuff. It was like hearing rock-n-roll for the first time while watching your favorite episode of Seinfeld.
Ok, back to the question, my other option would be film scoring.
This one is cool because I could hide out for days and days, maybe only talk to five other humans and have someone deliver McDonald's twice a day with a secret knock so that I know it is safe.
3)On a set or in a sound studio,What is the best about ELIZA ?

I am a team player, I love movies and music so much that I want the other actors and musicians to shine their brightest because it is not only a great feeling but it also makes a better product.
I also get down and dirty.
I can't tell you how many bruises I had from the fight scenes in Dracula.
4) ...And the other side,The WORST of ELIZA ?

Ouch, you want to see my dark side.
Are you sure? We just met! Well, I guess that I take things so seriously and I am so brutally honest that sometimes I would be better off duck taping my mouth shut.
I did tell you that I am a redhead, right? So there it is.
5)How can you possibly relax ?

Relax?
You're right I can't possibly, so I don't.
With the film scores, there were days that I would work for 16 hours straight not talk to a soul, sleep for four hours and then start all over again.
The relaxing comes when I am on set waiting for ten hours for one shot.
That time is fun though because everyone hangs out. It has become very much like a family with the Asylum actors.
6)Tom-boy ? Diva? Prissy? and WHY ?

This one is hard.
I don't know.
Maybe all of the above.
I think that a lot of actors have that in them to have a more versatile personality in life.
Like for instance, when I am auditioning, I am completely open and free, when I am scoring music I am closed off, when I am partying in Brazil with playmates and hallucinating on absinth and thinking I am a vampire I am, well, not myself or maybe I am
7) Anything besides your music, We should take to heart ?

I am weird, very creative, and sometimes go on adventures I find the spaceship that brought me here.
Lol
but in all honesty, I live for art and I try to make a difference every chance I get.


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