Join your horror hosts as they carry out some justice.
Jamie and Bhavna are joined by director, producer, and Dread Central Editor In Chief Mary Beth McAndrews to talk her newly released film, BYSTANDERS.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Revenge and Survival Themes
02:57 Empowerment Through Storytelling
06:00 Influences and Inspirations in Filmmaking
09:04 Casting Choices and Character Dynamics
12:01 Plot Overview and Themes of Justice
14:56 Creating a Safe Space on Set
18:05 The Impact of Personal Experiences on Filmmaking
20:58 Cultural Reflections and Societal Issues
23:59 Concluding Thoughts on Community and Care
25:41 Navigating Language and Generational Perspectives
27:38 Rhetoric and Body Image in Society
29:05 Experiences of Women in College Culture
31:25 Catharsis Through Violence in Film
33:12 Critique of Rape Revenge Genre
36:10 Representation and Authenticity in Storytelling
39:50 Nuanced Portrayal of Male Victims
42:06 Sound Design and Its Impact on Storytelling
45:30 Creative Process and Filming Highlights
50:58 Exploring Themes of Violence and Justice
56:10 Character Development and Directorial Choices
01:00:58 Cultural Perspectives and Future Projects