NVF Magazine Publications in Association with BearManor Media QUEENS of SCREAM: THE NEW BLOOD by David Byron Queens of Scream: The New Blood © 2009 David Byron. All Rights Reserved. All illustrations are copyright of their respective owners, and are also reproduced here in the spirit of publicity. Whilst we have made every effort to acknowledge specific credits whenever possible, we apologize for any omissions, and will undertake every effort to make any appropriate changes in future editions of this book if necessary. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, digital, photocopying or recording, except for the inclusion in a review, without permission in writ- ing from the publisher. Published in the USA by: BearManor Media P O Box 71426 Albany, Georgia 31708 www.bearmanormedia.com ISBN 1-59393-455-6 Printed in the United States of America. All interviews used by permission / edited by David Byron All photos and logos used by permission. Cover art by Dennis Willman Susan Adriensen photo by Mark Alan Lee Book design by Darlene Swanson of Van-garde Imagery, Inc. CONTENTS Acknowledgments . vi Introduction by David Byron . ix Interviews . 1 Afterword by David Byron . 183 The Queens: Brenna Lee Roth - star of Killer Biker Chicks and DOG and producer of Grind House Glory Scarlet Salem - star of Killer Biker Chicks Bianca Barnett star of Albino Farm Nicole Kruex - a.k.a. -Nikki Homicide K – star of Zen: Hunter Rachel Grubb - star of 13 Hours in a Warehouse Seregon O’Dassey - star of Ghost Watcher 2 & False Face / Playboy model Evie Effects - F/X artist, model, actress Heidi Martinuzzi - actress, writer, staff Pretty Scary.net iii iv Queens of Scream April Monique Burril - star of Chainsaw Sally {featuring Jimmy ‘O} Monique Dupree - star of Bachelor Party IN the Bungalow of the Damned Jackey Hall - star of Chrome Angels Sarah Virginia Brock - star of Scream Farm Kristi Fitts - star of Buddy Be Bop VS The Living Dead Krista Grotte - Award-winning actress of her own short filmAlarum Fatally Yours editor - Sarah Jahier Scream Queen Prodigy Emily Brownell Lissa Slasher - star of Black Dahlia Cassandra Faye - star of Trinity Last Doorway Productions Reyna Young Legend of the Red Reaper - star Tara Cardinal Fist of the Vampire star Cheyenne King Kindra RavenMoon - Dark arts alternative model, actress, writer, musi- cian and writer Susan Adriensen - writer, producer, director of Under the Raven’s Wing, actress in The Blood Shed and Sculpture Jennifer Rouse - associate producer and co-star of Chainsaw Sally, The Death of Poe, and Stingy Jack Contents v Special guest interviews: Hammer Films scream siren Ingrid Pitt Girls and Corpses magazine editor Robert Steven Rhine Horror fiction prodigy Amanda Underwood Makeup artist Teri Harrison For Christ’s Sake actress Nicola Fiore Danica Decosto - Star / co-producer of Crazy Animal Patty Dunn – Actress and star of Fury, Terminal Descent, Autumn Country, & The Darkness: Chiroscuro Donna Hamblin – Star of At the House of Madness & Ted Mikels Astro Zombies M3 Cloned DeeDee Bigelow Sexiest Scream Queen contest winner Stacey Dixon INTRODUCTION must admit, when I first came up with the idea for this book, I was… I well, petrified at the thought of being surrounded by 20-plus Scream Queens for the next few months. It was new to me, and although I am usually up for just about any challenge, this one actually frightened me. Now, not that I thought any of the ladies involved would ever hurt me. As a matter of fact, the ladies featured within this book have been nothing but nice to me, all of them more than cooperative above and beyond the call of duty. They have been sweet, friendly, helpful, profes- sional, and very patient as well, considering how long it took me to put this book together. Maybe it was all of that ‘’hideous beauty’’ that had me feeling so uneasy… And beautiful they are, as well as extremely intelligent. It is my hope that the interviews featured here will provide invaluable insight into the world these ladies work so hard to preserve for our entertainment. They are tireless and relentless in their dedication to their craft, and I believe in giving credit where credit is due. But, not without some static from my friends and associates along the way. When I had told one of my friends about the book, his first reaction was one of bewilderment. “Why would you want to interview a bunch vii viii Queens of Scream of bimbos?” he asked, wearing a stupid expression on his face. “They are so…creepy.” My answer? Well, I said, it is simple; I am ME. And me is a person who can see when another person has found their niche, and is happy with it, and enjoys it and literally lives it to its full potential, while at the same time manages to maintain a sense of style, grace, integrity, and respect due themselves as well as all of those lucky enough to having been associated with them. They are professionals. They are intelligent. They are beautiful. They are multi-talented. Yes, they are Scream Queens, and they are great at what they do, too. But most of all, they are women, special ladies that hold a high place in my heart for all of their invaluable contributions to the horror genre, and to all the lives they touch. Besides, being surrounded by such hideous beauty, how can I not feel blessed? There is my answer. Any more stupid questions? GOOD. Now, turn the page, please… David Byron / March 2009 This book is dedicated to Lloyd Kaufman PRAISE FOR LLOYD first met Lloyd Kaufman at a church in Buffalo, New York. But it’s not I what you think... When I was in college, I majored in Theater. One of the classes I had to take my senor year was Auditioning. I didn’t want to go to the local theater and audition because that’s what everyone else in my class did. So...I got on good old craigslist.com and searched film jobs, and found a company out of New York that wanted girls for a horror film. I thought it was cool so I called and they told me to come in the next day. The next day I got my mom and we drove from Canton, Ohio to Buffalo, New York, so I could audition. I had prepared this great mono- logue from Twelfth Night (Shakespeare). When I got to the address, it was a rundown old church, with MOLD!! in the basement. (Anyone who knows me well knows I have a phobia of mold or mold-like textures.) Anyhow, so I walk into this church and I see Lloyd sitting in the Rectory that he had made into his production office. I then was escorted down to the basement (moldy basement!), where I met the wonderful Jamie Grecco. I auditioned for him, they taped it and I was on my way about three minutes later. I nailed it!!! I knew for sure I would get a cool role. As I walked out, I saw my mom outside smoking a cigarette with some guys from the art department and F/X crew. She was standing on the side porch and looking down into the side yard where there was ix x Queens of Scream a sign being painted that said, “I love cock.” As we walked away, she didn’t say anything until we got in the car. Then she blurts out, “Are you sure you don’t want to cut hair?” Haha! Priceless. Anyhow, I was offered a great role as a clam girl in Poultrygeist, but turned it down because I was still going to a very conservative university and didn’t want to get in trouble by being nude in a film. So, I took a much smaller role of “News Woman.” After P-geist, one of the F/X guys was going to go work on CSI: Miami so he hooked me up with background work on that show. Since 2006, when I wrapped on Lloyd’s film, I have been a working actress. I am lucky enough to go from film to film and not have a day job. I love Lloyd for the chance of working with him. I don’t know where my ca- reer would be if not for meeting Lloyd. Still, sometimes, I get calls from people all over the world that say, “Hey, I talked to Lloyd and he said I should get you for my film!” Haha. He is great! I’ve met a lot of the other girls in this book from him. Love, Brenna Roth ••• I first met Lloyd Kaufman a few years ago and found him funny and charming. Earlier this year, when he was in Minneapolis for a screening of Poultrygeist, I had the opportunity to act in a scene with him. He was a joy to work with, and complimented me several times on my acting. He is an eccentric legend in the independent film community. — Rachel Grubb ••• Lloyd Kaufman is the god of indie filmmaking. I’ve learned a lot from him. There’s going to be a cool spot in chicken heaven for him :) – Monique Dupree a.k.a. Gata Praise for Lloyd xi I met Lloyd at a screening of Poultrygeist in Orlando, Florida, in February of ‘08. For some reason, we hit it off in a way that seems we already knew each other for years. Both of us have the same sense of humor, a love for the gay community, and a desire to stick it to corporate Amer- ica.