Behind The Screams
Weekly Behind-the-Scenes Insights from the Making of The Fetus
The Art of the Pitch: Securing Funding for Your Indie Horror Film
Raising $700,000 for a film isn't just about a good story. It's a strategic business pitch. This step-by-step guide breaks down the exact process used to fund THE FETUS, from building the first website to designing the pitch deck and finding investors. Learn how to turn your horror vision into a fundable reality.
Horror in the Home: Location, Isolation & Domestic Terror in The Fetus
Go behind the scenes of The Fetus and explore how two very different locations, Maddox’s spacious cabin and Chris’s compact bachelor pad, were crafted to reflect the emotional states of the characters. From lighting setups in tight spaces to production design details, this article breaks down how visual storytelling can heighten horror.
Bringing Chaos to Canvas: Designing the Hand-Painted Fetus Poster
Discover how horror artist Toni Vingle created the hand-painted poster for The Fetus, transforming rough sketches into a chaotic, creature-driven final artwork. From artistic influences to symbolism and collaboration with Writer-Director Joe Lam.
Casting a Horror Icon: Bringing Bill Moseley to The Fetus
Casting Bill Moseley wasn’t just a creative choice, it was a turning point. Here’s how we brought a horror icon into The Fetus and why it changed everything.
Exploring the Core Themes of The Fetus
The Fetus dives deep into four disturbing core themes; bodily autonomy, generational trauma, parental fear, and religious fanaticism. This breakdown explores how the film uses creature horror, emotional conflict, and symbolic storytelling to reflect real-world anxieties through a blood-soaked, character-driven narrative.
How The Fetus Is Redefining Modern Horror-Comedy
A behind-the-scenes look at how The Fetus blends outrageous practical effects, psychological tension, and dark humor to redefine modern horror-comedy. Learn how fear and laughter collide, why practical FX matter, and why indie filmmakers are embracing this bold, rule-breaking genre.