HauntScene Live - Interview with Jeff Barker - Script Consultant on OBSESSION And Curry Barker's Dad
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What this video covers
HauntScene Live hosts Jeff Barker, a decorated screenwriter, filmmaker, and actor best known in horror circles as Curry Barker's father and the script consultant on the horror thriller Obsession. The conversation explores what a script consultant actually does, how Obsession developed from page to screen, and broader lessons in story structure and independent filmmaking. Jeff brings a distinctive background — spanning psychiatry, broadcast journalism, and competitive screenwriting — that shapes his perspective on crafting compelling horror narratives. Fans of filmmaker interviews and horror cinema will find this a rich, insider-focused discussion.
Key takeaways
- ◆Jeff Barker served as script consultant on the horror thriller Obsession and breaks down that behind-the-scenes role
- ◆He is a grand prize winner of Fade In's 2025 Horror Screenwriting Competition and a Black List recommended writer
- ◆His background in psychiatry and TV news journalism informs his approach to character and story structure
- ◆The episode covers screenplay development, story structure tips, and the realities of independent horror filmmaking
- ◆Family connection to the industry: son Curry Barker is a director/actor/comedian and Riley Barker is a cinematographer
Who this is for
Horror enthusiasts, aspiring screenwriters, and indie filmmakers who want an insider look at script development and the horror film industry.
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