How TERRIFIER 2 Became a Horror Phenomenon | Steve Barton

A GREAT VIDEO TO WATCH NEXT:    • He Made a Feature for £6K. Now He's Making...   00:00 They hated the film 00:17 Intro to Steve and his unconventional route into filmmaking 03:00 What lessons did George A. Romero and Sid Haig teach Steve about filmmaking? 04:22 Imposter Syndrome - when is it enough? 05:37 What did being a critic tech Steve about filmmaking? 07:26 Paying for a review 09:30 Paying influencers 10:33 Checking the value in marketing 11:05 What sort of producer is Steve? 13:09 The business side of filmmaking 15:38 Laughing at Bad Reviews 16:13 If Steve started with $20k budget right now, what would he do? 17:57 Contracts - the lessons from Terrifier 1 and 2 20:04 Terrifier 2 35:44 Sales and distribution for the film 39:01 What does Steve wish he'd known when he started? 40:05 Steve's favourite horror movie How do you know when a movie has the potential to become something special? In this episode of The Honest Filmmaker, I'm joined by filmmaker, producer and horror industry veteran Steve Barton, better known to many fans as Uncle Creepy. Steve has spent around 30 years in the film industry, from working with Fangoria and founding Dread Central to producing and promoting independent horror films. Along the way, he worked with legends including George A. Romero and Sid Haig. But one of the biggest stories of his career is TERRIFIER. Steve tells me how he discovered Damien Leone's original Terrifier, why he fought to get the film released despite the people around him not believing in it, and how he helped build the audience for Terrifier 2 with virtually no traditional marketing budget. We also talk about: • What George Romero and Sid Haig taught Steve about filmmaking and dealing with people • Why working as a critic gave him an instinct for what audiences respond to • The problems with modern film criticism and paid reviews • Why filmmakers need to be prepared to wear every hat • The importance of contracts — even when you're working with friends • Why collaboration is essential on an independent film • Dealing with bad reviews and criticism • The business realities behind independent filmmaking • Why there are no shortcuts to building a career • And the film that started Steve's lifelong love affair with horror: George Romero's NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD Steve's story is a fascinating look at what really happens behind the scenes when an independent horror film suddenly finds an audience. If you're a filmmaker trying to build a career outside the traditional system, there's a lot to take away from this conversation. 🎙️ Subscribe to The Honest Filmmaker for more conversations about independent filmmaking, funding, production, distribution, marketing and surviving the film industry. Watch the trailer for Terrifier 2:    • TERRIFIER 2 (2022) Official UK Trailer — (HD)   Check out Steve's book A COMEDY OF TRAGEDIES: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Comedy-Trage... #TheHonestFilmmaker #Terrifier #Terrifier2 #SteveBarton #IndependentFilmmaking #HorrorMovies #IndieFilm #Filmmaking #DamienLeone #GeorgeRomero REAL TALK FOR ASPIRING FILMMAKERS The Honest Filmmaker is your go-to resource for navigating the real-world challenges of micro-budget and indie filmmaking. Hosted by award-winning filmmaker Jim Eaves, we delves into the nitty-gritty of independent film production. From securing funding and managing tight budgets to distribution strategies and building a sustainable career, this is unfiltered advice and practical tips from professionals who have been in your shoes. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or an indie filmmaker determined to make your mark, The Honest Filmmaker equips you with the tools, insights, and honest guidance to thrive in the world of independent cinema. Find out more at: https://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk