Hollyweird #036 - JoeVember: Joe Lynch w/ Director Joe Lynch

In this episode, JoeVember continues with special guest director Joe Lynch! Highlighting Lynch's notable contributions to the horror genre through films like 'Wrong Turn 2' and 'Mayhem.' The conversation delves into Lynch's unique entry into filmmaking, production challenges, and his use of 'rip matic' trailers and practical effects. Lynch shares personal anecdotes from sets like the controversial yet captivating 'Suitable Flesh' and discusses film restoration with remakes and sequels. The episode also features comparisons to films by Joe Begoas, underlining the camaraderie in the horror filmmaking community and recounting Lynch's humorous, behind-the-scenes experiences.

00:00 A Bloody Start

01:04 Welcome to JoVE

01:40 Joe Weber and Joe Lynch

02:08 Discussing Joe Lynch's Career

09:28 Wrong Turn 2: Dead End

22:40 Knights of Badassdom

25:00 Everly and Beyond

29:46 Mayhem and Point Blank

32:30 Suitable Flesh

33:16 Jonah Ray and Suitable Flesh

33:45 Theatrical Release and Limited Run

34:24 Confusion with Joe Lynch

35:57 Everly and Letterbox Reviews

36:57 Holliston and FearNet

37:45 Joe Lynch's Cameos

40:12 Best and Worst Movies

44:07 Saved by the Bell and 90s Sitcoms

48:54 Joe Lynch Interview Begins

01:10:57 Creative Pitching in Filmmaking

01:12:16 The Evolution of Film Financing

01:14:06 Warner Brothers' Recent Strategies

01:18:09 The Importance of Time in Filmmaking

01:21:01 Challenges of Low-Budget Filmmaking

01:29:20 The Making of 'Wrong Turn 2'

01:36:40 Humor and Provocation in Horror Films

01:42:14 The Influence of Howard Stern

01:43:49 The Origin of 'Shit Ghost'

01:49:42 Inviting Back for Another Episode

01:50:32 Discussing Filmmaking Challenges

01:55:46 Double Features and Movie Releases

01:57:20 On-Set Intimacy and Filming Challenges

02:06:47 The Impact of Strikes on Movie Releases

02:15:34 Favorite Movies and Final Thoughts

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