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Imaginary - Behind the Screams: DeWanda Wise, Pyper Braun & Taegen Burns talk Chauncey & Terror

Mar 8, 2024
26:20
Venture into the shadowy realm where childhood innocence meets its ghostly counterpart in this weeks episode of Pop Culture Weekly as Kyle McMahon sits down with the stars of Blumhouse's "Imaginary." Kyle is joined by the stellar cast DeWanda Wise, Taegen Burns, and Pyper Braun, who peel back the curtain on the film's intertwining of whimsy and dread. Discover the commitment to character development and the refreshing embrace of practical effects that set this horror gem apart. You'll get the inside scoop on how these actors drew from their own wells of creativity to flesh out their roles—creating an atmosphere that's as authentic as it is spine-chilling.

Amidst the screams and thrills, DeWanda Wise takes us deeper, sharing her journey as both an actor and an executive producer. Her insights into her character Jess and the crafting of a complex backstory shine a light on the nuance and power of horror storytelling. Wise also touches on the pivotal role of black women in horror, an empowering perspective that adds a rich layer to our discussion. If you're curious about the behind-the-scenes magic of "Imaginary," and the dedicated work of Blumhouse and Jason Blum, then this conversation is one you won't want to miss. Join us as we reveal the secrets that make this eerie masterpiece a must-see, both in theaters and on your future streaming binge list.

Kyle McMahon's Death, Grief & Other Sh*t We Don't Discuss is now streaming: https://www.deathandgrief.show/Chapter-One-The-Diagnosis-AKA-WTF/

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