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Actor Joseph Sikora Takes iHorror Behind the Scenes of ‘The Intruder’

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5 years ago

July 30, 2019

Most people nowadays might recognize Joseph Sikora from his work on the Starz series Power, but the actor will tell you he’s been in the business of acting for over 30 years, now, and there are few things he loves more than disappearing into a character.

His most recent film, The Intruder, is out on DVD and Blu Ray today and Sikora took a few minutes to chat with iHorror about his experiences making the film, and what it was like to work with a screen legend like Dennis Quaid.

**This interview contains spoilers toward the end.**

In the film, Scott (Michael Ealy) and Annie (Meagan Good) decide to move from the city into Napa Valley and end up purchasing a home from an older man named Charlie (Dennis Quaid). Charlie is being forced to sell, and he’s really not keen to give up the home which has been in his family for multiple generations and we soon find out just how far he’ll go to have it once again.

Sikora plays Scott’s best friend, Mike, and he says it was a twist of luck and fate that led him to the role.

“The second unit director, Omar Joseph, knew they were looking for someone who could bring both gravity and levity to the role of Mike,” he explained. “He’s a fan of Power and he brought me to the table with the idea that because I often bring levity to the character of Tommy, even in those really strained situations I find myself in on the show, that I could do it.”

It didn’t take long for producer Mark Burg and director Deon Taylor to sign off on the actor’s involvement in the film and he soon found himself with an offer. It was an unusual situation for the actor who says he’s accustomed to going through the audition process rather than receiving such an offer.

He soon found himself on set in Vancouver with his co-star Michael Ealy, with whom he’d already worked with on the highly-anticipated remake of Jacob’s Ladder due out later this year. The rapport that they had already established was a boon on shoot that Sikora admits was very fast-paced.

“I think it was 28 days, maybe even less,” he said. “We had to really trust each other, and Michael had a certain amount of trust in me. That kind of permeated through the rest of the cast and crew, and we were able to get a lot of quality work done in a short amount of time.”

Part of that filming involved squaring off with the Quaid’s character, Charlie, and Sikora says it was an honor to work with a screen legend, especially one who was so ready and willing to work with his fellow actors.

“Dennis Quaid doesn’t know who I am from a hole in the wall,” he said laughing. “And yet, if you show up and you’re ready to play ball, and the other actor shows up and isn’t just trying to be “the star,” you can have a great scene together. Dennis is that actor, and it’s great that we were able to have that connection. He allowed me to challenge him as a character and I think that’s one of the reasons why it worked.”

One of those showdowns, in particular, sticks out when Mike and Charlie have a very tense conversation in which, to drive his point home, Mike stubs his cigarette out on one of the rather gorgeous estate’s statues. The actor said the moment wasn’t in the script, but was instead, a last minute decision by the director.

The estate, itself was a character, and in Sikora’s mind, it was a central symbol of the entire film.

“It was a perfect find. At first you’re like, oh it’s just an old estate,” the actor explained, “but actually that works so well as a symbol of this old establishment. It’s a representation of the old guard and the changing of the guard.”

Since the film’s release, Sikora has had a chance to see the film a couple of times in theaters, once for a screening in New York and a second time in Atlanta.

Watching people yell at the screen and talk to the characters reminded the actor of his time growing up as a teenager in Chicago.

“I’d forgotten how fun that was,” he said. “When Dennis Quaid is about to lead me to my ultimate demise someone yelled, ‘Hey Tommy, you’re better than that!'”

As the interview came to a close, Sikora, again, expressed how lucky he was to have landed this role and he also thinks the success of the film paved the way for Jacob’s Ladder to find a release date and he gave us a taste of what to expect in the upcoming film.

“I think it’s going to surprise people,” he said. “I play one of Michael’s best friends again but I’m totally unrecognizable, I think, and I love that. I’ve been doing it my whole career. It’s the best way to explore the human condition.”

You can see Joseph Sikora in The Intruder now. It’s out on Blu Ray and DVD today and it’s a hell of a twisting, turning thriller. Check out the trailer below!

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Morticia & Wednesday Addams Join Monster High Skullector Series

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3 hours ago

May 3, 2024

Timothy Rawles

Believe it or not, Mattel’s Monster High doll brand has an immense following with both young and not-so-young collectors.

In that same vein, the fan base for The Addams Family is also very large. Now, the two are collaborating to create a line of collectible dolls that celebrate both worlds and what they have created is a combination of fashion dolls and goth fantasy. Forget Barbie, these ladies know who they are.

The dolls are based on Morticia and Wednesday Addams from the 2019 Addams Family animated movie.

As with any niche collectibles these aren’t cheap they bring with them a $90 price tag, but it’s an investment as a lot of these toys become more valuable over time.

“There goes the neighborhood. Meet the Addams Family’s ghoulishly glamorous mother-daughter duo with a Monster High twist. Inspired by the animated movie and clad in spiderweb lace and skull prints, the Morticia and Wednesday Addams Skullector doll two-pack makes for a gift that’s so macabre, it’s downright pathological.”

If you want to pre-purchase this set check out The Monster High website.

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1994’s ‘The Crow’ Coming Back to Theaters for A New Special Engagement

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May 3, 2024

Cameron McFarland

Cinemark recently announced that they will be bringing The Crow back from the dead once again. This announcement comes just in time for the film’s 30th anniversary. Cinemark will be playing The Crow in select theaters on May 29th and 30th.

For those unaware, The Crow is a fantastic film based on the gritty graphic novel by James O’Barr. Widely considered one of the best films of the 90s, The Crow’s lifespan was cut short when Brandon Lee died of an accidental on set shooting.

The official synapsis of the film is as follows. “The modern-gothic original that entranced audiences and critics alike, The Crow tells the tale of a young musician brutally murdered alongside his beloved fiancée, only to be risen from the grave by a mysterious crow. Seeking revenge, he battles a criminal underground that must answer for its crimes. Adapted from the comic book saga of the same name, this action-packed thriller from director Alex Proyas (Dark City) features hypnotic style, dazzling visuals, and a soulful performance by the late Brandon Lee.”

The timing of this release couldn’t be better. As a new generation of fans eagerly awaits the release of The Crow remake, they can now see the classic film in all of its glory. As much as we love Bill Skarsgard (IT), there is something timeless in Brandon Lee’s performance in the film.

This theatrical release is part of the Scream Greats series. This is a collaboration between Paramount Scares and Fangoria to bring audiences some of the best classic horror films. So far, they are doing a fantastic job.

That’s all the information we have at this time. Make sure to check back here for more news and updates.

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Hugh Jackman & Jodie Comer Team Up for a New Dark Robin Hood Adaptation

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6 hours ago

May 3, 2024

Cameron McFarland

A report from Deadline details director Michal Sarnoski’s (A Quiet Place: Day One) newest project, The Death of Robin Hood. The film is set to feature Hugh Jackman (Logan) and Jodie Comer (The End We Start From).

Michael Sarnoski will write and direct the new Robin Hood adaptation. Jackman will be reunited with Aaron Ryder (The Prestige), who is producing the film. The Death of Robin Hood is expected to be a hot item at the upcoming Cannes film market.

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Deadline describes the films as the following. “The film is a darker reimagining of the classic Robin Hood tale. Set of its time, the film will see the title character grappling with his past after a life of crime and murder, a battleworn loner who finds himself gravely injured and in the hands of a mysterious woman, who offers him a chance at salvation.”

Lyrical Media will be financing the film. Alexander Black will produce the film alongside Ryder and Andrew Sweet. Black gave Deadline the following information about the project. “We are thrilled to be part of this very special project and to be working with a visionary director in Michael, a phenomenal cast in Hugh and Jodie, and producing with our frequent collaborators, Ryder and Swett at RPC.”

“This is not the story of Robin Hood we’ve all come to know,” Ryder and Swett stated to Deadline “Instead, Michael has crafted something far more grounded and visceral. Thanks to Alexander Black and our friends at Lyrical along with Rama and Michael, the world is going to love seeing Hugh and Jodie together in this epic.”

Sarnoski seems to be excited by the project as well. He offered Deadline the following information about the film.

“It has been an incredible opportunity to reinvent and freshly innovate the story we all know of Robin Hood. Securing the perfect cast to transform the script to screen was essential. I could not be more thrilled and trusting in Hugh and Jodie to bring this story to life in a powerful and meaningful way.”

We are still a long way away from seeing this Robin Hood tale. Production is expected to begin in February of 2025. However, it does sound like it will be a fun entry into the Robin Hood canon.

That’s all the information we have at this time.

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