Fright Night Horror

  Ahead of the UK digital release of his feature film MONSTROUS, writer / director Chris Sivertson talks about the joy of working with Christina Ricci, monstrous inspirations and why horror films are our modern day fairy tales. What drew you to take the helm on MONSTROUS, given that you usually direct films you’ve either written or co-written? Christina Ricci was already attached to the script when it came to me so that was a huge draw. I’ve loved her as an actress for decades and have always admired the interesting choices she makes in material. Then I got even more excited when I read the script. I just thought it was a beautiful and emotional story and it clicked perfectly with my sensibilities. I saw pretty clearly what I could bring to it as a filmmaker. You drew a magnificent performance from Christina Ricci. What was it like directing her? I had a fantastic time working with Christina. She has extensive experience and is such a great talent. Her instincts about the char...

  Ahead of the UK digital release of his feature film MONSTROUS, writer / director Chris Sivertson talks about the joy of working with Christina Ricci, monstrous inspirations and why horror films are our modern day fairy tales. What drew you to take the helm on MONSTROUS, given that you usually direct films you’ve either written or co-written? Christina Ricci was already attached to the script when it came to me so that was a huge draw. I’ve loved her as an actress for decades and have always admired the interesting choices she makes in material. Then I got even more excited when I read the script. I just thought it was a beautiful and emotional story and it clicked perfectly with my sensibilities. I saw pretty clearly what I could bring to it as a filmmaker. You drew a magnificent performance from Christina Ricci. What was it like directing her? I had a fantastic time working with Christina. She has extensive experience and is such a great talent. Her instincts about th...

  Ahead of the UK digital release of his feature film MONSTROUS, writer / director Chris Sivertson talks about the joy of working with Christina Ricci, monstrous inspirations and why horror films are our modern day fairy tales. What drew you to take the helm on MONSTROUS, given that you usually direct films you’ve either written or co-written? Christina Ricci was already attached to the script when it came to me so that was a huge draw. I’ve loved her as an actress for decades and have always admired the interesting choices she makes in material. Then I got even more excited when I read the script. I just thought it was a beautiful and emotional story and it clicked perfectly with my sensibilities. I saw pretty clearly what I could bring to it as a filmmaker. You drew a magnificent performance from Christina Ricci. What was it like directing her? I had a fantastic time working with Christina. She has extensive experience and is such a great talent. Her instincts a...