Looks Creepy Cool Podcast: Horror Stories & the Creators Who Build Them
Looks Creepy Cool is the official podcast of Haunted House FearFest, the cross-media horror platform celebrating dark storytelling across folklore, film, games, and the uncanny.
Episodes feature creepy conversations with the creators who build horror stories — including filmmakers, game developers, writers, and artists — alongside original tales drawn from folklore, fiction, and things best left unexplained.
From the Mirror Room of horror origin stories to the Library of Shadows of spine-chilling tales, Looks Creepy Cool is where storytelling and creator craft collide.
If it looks creepy, it must be cool.
Looks Creepy Cool Podcast: Horror Stories & the Creators Who Build Them
S2E12: Bathroom Spider | When Horror Gets Too Real
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In this episode of the Looks Creepy Cool horror podcast, host Renee talks with Christine Weatherup (Director) and CJ Hoke (Writer) about their short film Bathroom Spider.
They reveal the behind-the-scenes story of working with real spiders on set, the creative challenges that came with it, and why they ultimately chose to use visual effects instead. The conversation dives into the risks, logistics, and artistry behind making horror that feels real — without putting anyone (or anything) in danger.
From consulting animal experts to balancing safety, realism, and creative vision, Christine and CJ share what it takes to bring creepy crawlers to life on screen.
If you’re fascinated by creature effects, indie horror filmmaking, and the creative problem-solving behind the scares, this episode is a must-listen.
IMDB Link - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32064423/
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