In this thrilling episode of Raising Cinephiles, Jessica sits down with Steven C. Miller, the visionary director behind the upcoming action-horror film Werewolves, premiering December 6th (Jessica’s son’s birthday!). Together, they dive deep into:?️ First Movie Memories: Steven recalls Friday nights filled with pizza and Back to the Future—a movie that’s still shaping the cultural zeitgeist today.??? Introducing Kids to Movies: From E.T. and Ghostbusters to accidentally-too-early screenings of Gremlins, Steven shares how he curated his kids’ cinematic experiences. Plus, the surprising story of how E.T. inspired his son’s name.? Behind the Scenes of Werewolves: Steven reveals what it’s like filming in sweltering Puerto Rico with practical werewolves, collaborating with legendary creature designers, and how the title Werewolves almost didn’t happen.? Parenting in Hollywood: Balancing filmmaking and family life, Steven discusses bringing his kids to set, their creative interests (his daughter might be the next great editor, and his son, a future game designer!), and making time for quality moments amidst the chaos.? Gateway Horror & Retro Gaming: From Poltergeist to Goosebumps, discover how Steven bridges generations with classic scares and old-school games like Contra.? Cinephile Homework: Don’t miss Steven’s ultimate recommendation for sparking a lifelong love of cinema—Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark.Hit play for an action-packed episode filled with heartwarming parenting tips, film nostalgia, and behind-the-scenes filmmaking secrets!? Listen now and share your thoughts: What’s the one movie that sparked your love of cinema? Leave a comment, and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every Wednesday!See WEREWOLVES in theaters on December 6, 2024. Visit the official Website to get movie tickets: https://www.werewolvesmovie.com/#WEREWOLVES? Follow Steven C Miller on Instagram @StevenCMiller?️ Follow Raising Cinephiles on Instagram @raisingcinephiles ? Follow Jessica Kantor on Instagram: @jesskantor? Support the Show: Share this episode with a fellow cinephile and leave us a review! This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.raisingcinephiles.com/subscribe
