Bruce Ramsay | Phillip, John & Paul LeMarchand/Merchant – Exclusive Written Interview
Best known to Hellraiser fans for portraying three generations of the LeMarchand bloodline - Phillip LeMarchand, John Merchant, and Dr. Paul Merchant - in Hellraiser IV: Bloodline, Bruce Ramsay took on one of the franchise's most ambitious and challenging roles. In this interview, we look back on his experience bringing three interconnected characters to life, explore the centuries-spanning legacy of the LeMarchand family, and discuss the behind-the-scenes stories, production challenges, and the lasting legacy of one of Hellraiser's most enterprising entries.
Peter Atkins | Screenwriter / Barbie – Exclusive Written Interview
We had the honour and pleasure of speaking with Peter Atkins, the visionary screenwriter extraordinaire behind Hellbound: Hellraiser II, Hellraiser III: Hell On Earth and Hellraiser IV: Bloodline discussing the lore, behind-the-scenes and long-standing burning questions and for his fiery performance as Rick Bloodstone / Barbie Pseudo-Cenobite.
Damon Carney | Sean Carter / The Preceptor
Damon Carney, who portrayed Sean Carter and The Preceptor in Hellraiser: Judgment, joins us to discuss landing his first leading role, the psychology behind the film’s shocking twist, behind-the-scenes memories, and his thoughts on the enduring legacy of the Hellraiser franchise.— “Anyone else have those fantasies? Okay! Maybe it’s just me.” — Can you tell us how you came on board Hellraiser: Judgment? What was the audition process like? Judgment was being filmed in Oklahoma City where I have a very good relationship with the casting director Chris Freihofer. He called me in to audition for Pinhead. They originally wanted the lead of Sean Carter to be an actor with…
Paul T. Taylor | Judgment Pinhead
Nicholas Vince – Line Recreations
Andrew Robinson | Frank & Larry Cotton – Line Recreations.
Valentina Vargas | Angelique – Pinhead Line Recreations
Valentina Vargas | Angelique – Line Recreations
Zachary Hing | The Asphyx
Zachary Hing reflects on playing The Asphyx in Hellraiser (2022), from landing the role through a self-taped audition to bringing the character to life with his background in movement and contortion. He describes the Asphyx as a restrained, attack-dog-like follower within the Cenobites and highlights the physical challenges of the role as a major highlight of filming. Hing shares his appreciation for the franchise, fan interactions, and fellow Cenobites, while expressing enthusiasm about potentially returning in a sequel – especially to explore the character’s transformation and deeper story..— How did you get the role of the ‘Asphyx’ and what was the audition process like? I got a self-tape request sent…
Gary J. Tunnicliffe | The Auditor / Director / SFX
We had the honour and pleasure of speaking with Gary J. Tunnicliffe, the visionary writer, director, and special effects artist behind Hellraiser: Judgment and a long-time creative force within the Hellraiser franchise.— How did you first get involved with the Hellraiser franchise? I’m hardly a visionary but it’s very kind that you would even consider me so. How did I get involved?…I was a fan!…drawn in by the Books of Blood and the writings of Clive Barker, when I finally got to see Hellraiser in 1987 I think I was 19, I just sat in the cinema looking up at the screen (and in particular Pinhead) and said How did…
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