BONUS - Interview with Armand Mastroianni (Director, Tales from the Darkside)

Father Malone has an in-depth conversation with renowned filmmaker Armand Mastroianni, known for his classic films like 'He Knows You're Alone' and TV series such as 'Friday the 13th: The Series' and 'Dark Shadows'. Starting with his early interest in filmmaking in Brooklyn, Mastroianni shares his experiences of meeting influential figures, working creatively within budget constraints, and his respect for classic Hollywood storytelling. The discussion highlights his innovative visual storytelling techniques and work on TV series like 'Tales from the Darkside' and 'War of the Worlds'. Reflecting on his career, he provides insights into his collaborations, creative decisions, and the unpredictable nature of the industry, illustrating his persistence, passion, and the collaborative essence of filmmaking.

00:00 Introduction to the Special Guest
01:30 Early Life and Inspiration
01:57 First Steps in Filmmaking
09:10 Breakthrough with Otto Preminger
13:47 He Knows You're Alone: The Big Break
21:25 Working with Hollywood Legends
29:02 Tales from the Dark Side and Mentorship
42:51 Stories with TJ 
43:26 Filming on Both Coasts
44:48 First TV Movie Success
45:23 Visual Storytelling in TV Movies
48:23 Dark Shadows Revival
53:46 Friday the 13th and Pushing Boundaries
59:31 Directing Style and Shot Lists
01:01:34 The Ring and Casting Challenges
01:05:49 Gone But Not Forgotten
01:08:26 Working with Chuck McCann
01:15:42 Collaborations and Future Projects
01:19:35 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Projects


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