Exploring the techniques, strategies, and key pieces of advice for aspiring horror directors, straight from the minds of some of the greatest filmmakers and creators in horror. Host Nick Taylor engages in one-on-one conversations with directors, producers, writers, actors and artists to uncover the keys to their creative and professional success in the horror business.
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episode 61: FATMAN Directors, The Nelms Brothers
Ok, guys, we’re going non-horror this time around! Ian and Eshom Nelms are the brotherly directorial duo behind FATMAN - an edgy and vision of Santa Claus that has St. Nick a grizzled and seasoned Mel Gibson who comes under a vicious attack by a hired hitman played by Walt Goggins. The film is a complete and total miraculous genre concoction of humor, thriller, and holiday cheer that doesn’t take its foot off the pedal for a second.
This conversation is a little different and features essentially a long-form origin story behind the Nelms Brothers career, who very graciously told me their entire story. It is a must-listen. Their story is a fundamental filmmaker’s journey, and they get into the detail of all of the twists, turns, and lessons along their career path that began with a $1,500 feature and ultimately led them to the making of FATMAN, their most personal and ambitious project to date. So many great stories in here, I really think you will enjoy this one.
Please enjoy this very enlightening conversation with Ian and Eshom Nelms.
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