HauntScene Live - Special Guest Jeff Barker - Script Consultant on Obsession
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What this video covers
HauntScene Live hosts Jeff Barker, an award-winning screenwriter and Black List recommended writer, for a deep conversation about his work as script consultant on the horror thriller Obsession. The episode explores the development of the film, what a script consultant actually does, and broader lessons in screenwriting and story structure. Barker brings a uniquely diverse background — spanning psychiatry, broadcast journalism, and filmmaking — to his perspective on crafting compelling horror narratives. The discussion is geared toward anyone curious about how strong stories are developed and brought to the screen in independent horror filmmaking.
Key takeaways
- ◆Jeff Barker served as script consultant on the horror thriller Obsession and shares behind-the-scenes insights into the film's development
- ◆The episode covers the distinct role of a script consultant versus a screenwriter in the filmmaking process
- ◆Barker discusses story structure and screenwriting principles applicable to horror and thriller genres
- ◆His background in psychiatry and television news informs his approach to character and narrative
- ◆The conversation is a valuable resource for aspiring horror screenwriters and indie filmmakers
Who this is for
Horror enthusiasts, aspiring screenwriters, and independent filmmakers interested in the craft of developing compelling horror stories for the screen.
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