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Working with Dexter, Learning on Set, & Surviving "Big Bad Betty" with Justin Sulham

Working with Dexter, Learning on Set, & Surviving "Big Bad Betty" with Justin Sulham13 Feb1 h 06 min

<p>Order your copy of "Big Bad Betty" NOW!</p><p>https://www.rustedlanternpictures.com/physical-media-orders</p><p>Today’s guest is filmmaker Justin Sulham who's debut feature, the horror-comedy film, “Big Bad Betty” is ONLY available on physical media for its release.</p><p>We discuss what led to that decision- and so much more- but first, Justin Sulham grew up in the Greater- Boston area, but is currently based in Nashville, TN. He’s worked in the Camera and Electrical department on some HUGE projects- such as Severance, The Holdovers, and Dexter: New Blood- to name a few. He’s made a name for himself directing in the music video industry- including directing a video for the song “Take Me Home” by Dexter himself, Michael C Hall’s band “Princess Goes”.</p><p>With his experience, determination, and passion for the horror-genre and filmmaking- I truly believe Justin is a director to watch closely over the next few years. </p><p><br /></p><p>Chapters:</p><p>(00:00) Introduction &amp; Meet Justin Sullum (Big Bad Betty Director)</p><p>(01:15) Justin Sulham's Filmmaking Background &amp; Career Journey</p><p>(05:05) Horror Film Festivals, Networking &amp; Building Industry Relationships</p><p>(09:45) Why Horror Is the Strongest Independent Film Community</p><p>(14:55) Working on Dexter, Severance &amp; Directing Michael C. Hall's Music Video</p><p>(18:35) Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers: Grit, Patience &amp; Surviving Your First Feature</p><p>(24:45) Building a Career in Production: Equipment, Freelancing &amp; Growing a Business</p><p>(29:45) Turning Down Big Opportunities &amp; Lessons in Set Safety</p><p>(34:35) Biggest On-Set Mistakes, Learning Curves &amp; Hollywood Production Stories</p><p>(39:50) Short Films vs Feature Films &amp; Expanding Horror Worlds</p><p>(44:45) The Real Cost of Indie Horror Filmmaking (The $500 Baseball Bat Story)</p><p>(49:55) Why Big Bad Betty Is a Physical Media Exclusive</p><p>(54:40) Supporting Indie Horror, Building Community &amp; Opening Doors for Creators</p><p>(59:45) Fan Reactions, Audience Feedback &amp; The Future of Big Bad Betty</p><p>(1:04:50) Where to Watch Big Bad Betty &amp; Final Thoughts</p><p>FOLLOW JUSTIN</p><p>slashvillestudios.com</p><p>Follow Justin on instagram &amp; YouTube ⁨@Justin_makes_movies⁩ </p><p><br /></p><p>Our theme music is by ⁨@nick_ferreri⁩ | Insta: @nick_ferreri </p><p>Please subscribe to our channel and leave a 5 star review. </p><p>Listen wherever you get your podcasts!</p><p>Follow us on instagram @midnighthorrorpictureshow</p><p>Part of the Hiraeth Podcast Network </p><p><br /></p><p>#bigbadbetty #newhorrormovies #2026horrormovies #justinsulham</p>