Discussing the Sale of a Screenplay: Episode 536 - Collaborating with Tom Cruise and Jamie Foxx on the 2004 Film 'Collateral', Featuring Director Chuck Russell
In an exciting turn of events, filmmaker Chuck Russell, known for his notable contributions to horror, comedy, and action-adventure genres, has recently been featured in an interview on Ashley Scott Meyers' podcast. The discussion focused on Russell's latest project, the Supernatural Horror movie, Witchboard (2024).
Russell, who first gained prominence as a horror director with A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors (1987) and the 1988 remake of The Blob, is renowned for his approach to horror remakes that involve "reinventing" rather than straight remaking. His work on Witchboard (2025), a remake of the 1986 witchboard/Ouija board supernatural film, marks his most ambitious directing work in decades. This latest film blends horror with deep research into the occult and ancient history of pendulum boards, showcasing his ongoing creativity in the genre.
Throughout his career, Russell has worked on major studio films such as Collateral (2004), starring Tom Cruise and Jamie Foxx, and comedy hits like The Mask (1994), starring comedy legend Jim Carrey. He has also directed action-adventure films such as The Scorpion King (2002), starring Dwayne Johnson, and worked as a producer on high-profile projects including Collateral.
Russell's career is distinguished by his notable horror remakes and contributions, major studio films, and a distinctive career arc that started in horror, branched into other genres, and is now returning to horror with innovative takes that go beyond mere remakes.
For those interested, the podcast can be accessed through iTunes by clicking here. The transcript of the podcast episode featuring Ashley Scott Meyers' interview with filmmaker Chuck Russell is available on the show's official website. The trailer for Witchboard (2024) can be found online, and more information about Chuck Russell can be found on his profile on IMDb. For additional details about the movie, visit the IMDb page for Witchboard (2024).
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