Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"We love world building. We love like building out the Bible and the backstory and the law and like going into every possible detail. Like I love ironing that out. And then I also love dropping people into the middle of it." — Danny Philippou
"My biggest pet peeve with horror movies is when they over-explain shit. And you guys really leave it up to us to figure out and it's scarier that way because my imagination runs wild." — [Host Name Redacted]
"It's tapping into that. Like that was freaky to me as a kid. I remember when my grandfather died, there was like this woman that didn't really like that much. And she was like not even really part of the family. And she like came up and put a arm around me. And like I was like, I'm trying to grieve here. And she was like pulling me." — Michael Philippou
The discussion centers around the directorial duo Danny and Michael Philippou, renowned for their recent horror hits "Talk to Me" and "Bring Her Back." They articulate their filmmaking philosophy, highlighting a dedication to creating immersive worlds with deep lore that audiences are dropped into, allowing for imaginative interpretation. This approach is contrasted with over-explanation, which they feel diminishes the inherent terror of horror. Their creative process involves extensive world-building and a commitment to authentic storytelling, drawing inspiration from personal experiences and cultural elements, such as their Australian heritage, which they believe adds a unique layer to their narratives.
The conversation delves into the directors' earlier work, including their origins in creating stunt videos and "deathmatch wrestling" content, which served as a foundational training ground for their filmmaking ambitions. They recount anecdotes of early creative endeavors, including brushes with law enforcement during video shoots, illustrating their fearless and experimental approach to content creation. The Philippou brothers also touch upon the challenges and triumphs of working with acclaimed actors like Sally Hawkins, emphasizing her dedication and the collaborative process that brought her character to life in "Bring Her Back."
Finally, the directors express their passion for horror and their long-term vision, including plans for future projects and potential connections between their film universes. They discuss the importance of their original IP creation over adapting existing franchises, citing the success of "Talk to Me" as evidence. The episode concludes with a spirited exchange about their creative inspirations, the evolution of horror cinema, and their future ambitions, reinforcing their status as significant emerging voices in the genre.