On with the show...
Today I'm spotlighting two ladies are who rapidly making a name for themselves in the testosterone fueled world of horror. Jen and Sylvia Soska aka The Twisted Twins, have taken the horror industry by storm with their debut flick Dead Hooker in a Trunk. The indie flick was produced for about $2500 and garnered some pretty good critical acclaim for its grindhouse style and wild energy. They count as one of their early influences, the incredible Robert Rodriguez, who is known for his stylish, over-the-top violent flicks like El Mariachi, Machete and Planet Terror. Dead Hooker was made following Rodriguez' advice, laid out in his book Revel Without A Crew. In an unexpected twist, Carlos Gallardo, star of El Mariachi, makes an appearance in the film as God.
Their second flick, American Mary, follows a medical student who gets caught up in the world of underground surgery. It stars one of my fave horror actresses, Katharine Isabelle. From all the buzz and awards it is receiving so far, it sounds like Jen and Sylvia have a certified hit on their hands.We will definitely be seeing a lot more of these ladies.
How was your weekend? See anything good
Who says men are the only ones who can do horror?
ReplyDeleteKnew you'd like Defiance. Here's hoping it doesn't go downhill.
Are they identical twins? That would be even more amazing.
ReplyDeleteStill haven't watched Defiance, but I'm encouraged knowing you liked it so much.
ReplyDeleteI also watched DEFIANCE this Sunday, the first episode, and it was nice. Nothing too special (a bit too retro in costumes and makeup) but I loved the special effects and the sf element and Stahma is my fave :)
ReplyDeleteLoved Defiance; looking forward to tonight's episode.
ReplyDeleteDefiance is a keeper in my book and "Hooray Twins!" I always root for them in Hollywood.
ReplyDeleteCurious about Defiance, good to hear it's good!
ReplyDeleteNever heard of these ladies, but they do look a little creepy...yet sexy.
ReplyDeleteI thought Defiance was great. Especially since it takes place here in St. Louis.
Never heard of them, but probably wouldn't as I don't do the horror stuff. Glad you had such a great wkend, and right you are we are all pushing forward...
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Haven't seen Defiance yet, but plan to check it out. I've heard good things....
ReplyDeleteI keep forgetting to watch Defiance. I'm not into horror flicks.
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ReplyDeleteThanks for the catch up yesterday, Sweets! I MISS YOU TOO! Not all that great down here, but trying to make the best of it. WILL be back around the seventh of May. Hopefully winter will be OVER in Chicago. I still see frighteningly low temps there. BRRRRRRRR. Enough with the cold already.
These two ladies look fierce. I love the concept of twins in horror. TONS AND TONS of possibilities....
After seeing American Mary just a few weeks ago, I can't say much positive about the Soskas because IMO it's a flawed and extremely mediocre flick with an interesting concept badly developed.
ReplyDeleteSo glad to see chicks rockin' the horror flick industry! Loved Katharine Isabelle in Ginger Snaps!
ReplyDeleteSome Dark Romantic
Their movies sound interesting - though it's not a good sign that our mutual Austrian friend didn't care much for their second flick...
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