The Scare is a documentary that follows The Mansion of Terror cast and crew through their third haunt season. It explores the reasons for their success as one of Austin’s best haunted houses.

What inspired you to create this film?

Originally, it started because I didn’t want to act for the 2006 season. I had acted the year before around the time I first moved to Austin. It was a great experience but I’m not an actor. I told the owner that I’d be happy to volunteer again, but more in the audio/visual aspect. We came up with the idea to film behind-the-scenes during the season. That grew into wanting to discover their success. Although I went into it with the mind-set of documenting their business plan, I got so much more. It’s not about money; it’s about family.

Do you ever get scared?

Yes.

What does scare you?

The unknown. One of my biggest goals in life is to embrace the unknown and overcome my fears. I also have a hard time with heights and confined spaces, but I can get through it.

Do you believe in real haunted houses? Ghosts?

I believe anything’s possible, and I know there’s more around us than what we can physically see.

What is fear?

Fear is the unknown.

What are your goals for the next five years?

Currently, I’m working on a feature-length screenplay. I hope to have had it either sold or made in the next five years. I’m also working on directing more. In the next few years, I’d like to have at least one feature under my belt.

Where will your film be playing? Are you looking for a DVD release?

I’m lucky because The Scare is playing twice in the same weekend. The first is Friday, May 4 at 8:30PM at The Oaks in Manor, Texas. The second is in Michigan during HauntCon where I’m happy to say it’s also one of the top contenders for first place.

DVDs will be available at The Oaks as well as through the film’s official website . The website also provides more information on the film, news updates, and a link to our official blog.