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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices