Deep Dark Well

Heebie-Jeebies Pictures
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Welcome to DEEP DARK WELL — from the sick and delightful minds at Heebie-Jeebies Pictures, writer/directors Jason Sheedy and Joshua David Matthews, and film producer Kyle Steinike. Filmmaking is a descent: bad coffee, worse deadlines, and the joy of seeing your nightmare come to life on screen. Join us and fellow filmmakers, actors, and festival directors as they dive into the well with us to talk shop, spill blood, and share what really goes on behind the scenes. Think of it as indie film therapy—if your therapist also screams about lighting setups. Welcome to DEEP DARK WELL.

  1. Jun 25

    Season Finale: Why We’re Pausing the Podcast

    This is it! The Season One finale of Deep Dark Well. After a full run of conversations with filmmakers, collaborators, and horror community builders, we’re hitting pause… but for a good reason. In this episode, the guys talk about stepping away from the podcast to focus on writing the next project: their first feature film. They get into where they are at creatively, lessons learned from this season, and why now feels like the right time to shift gears and actually make the thing they've been talking about. It’s a mix of reflection, Taco Bell orders, and the kind of energy that got them here in the first place. This isn’t goodbye, it's just a break while they go try to make something bigger (and hopefully not completely ruin their lives in the process). Thanks for listening, supporting, and being part of Season One. We’ll be back. Connect with Heebie-Jeebies!IG: https://www.instagram.com/heebiejeebiespictures/FB: https://www.facebook.com/heebiejeebiespictures About HEEBIE-JEEBIES PICTURES: Based in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, Heebie-Jeebies Pictures is dedicated to crafting spine-chilling tales that explore the hidden depths of the soul. Heebie-Jeebies serves up terrifying horror, side-splitting comedy, thought-provoking science-fiction, and eerie dark fantasy films that will haunt your dreams. https://www.heebiejeebiespictures.com/ © 2026 Heebie-Jeebies Pictures, LLC

    18 min

  2. Jun 4

    Building a Horror Community with Buried Alive Film Festival Director Shannon Thompson

    In this episode of Deep Dark Well, we sit down with Shannon Ford Thompson, the Festival Director of the Buried Alive Film Fest, President of the Atlanta Horror Society, and a filmmaker dedicated to building something real for the horror community. We talk about what it takes to run a genre festival, and why creating a genuine space for horror fans and filmmakers matters now more than ever. Shannon also shares insight into the Atlanta Horror Society and her latest short film, RING OUT THE DEAD. Along the way, we get into the details that make festivals special, including the fact that Shannon literally makes the awards herself… which makes certain people (Jason) feel very accomplished. It’s a conversation about horror, community, and the people doing the work to keep both alive. Follow Buried Alive: https://www.instagram.com/buriedalivefilmfest/Follow the Atlanta Horror Society: https://www.instagram.com/atlantahorrorsociety/Follow Something Wicked Films: https://www.instagram.com/somethingwickedfilms/ Connect with Heebie-Jeebies!IG: https://www.instagram.com/heebiejeebiespictures/FB: https://www.facebook.com/heebiejeebiespictures About HEEBIE-JEEBIES PICTURES: Based in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, Heebie-Jeebies Pictures is dedicated to crafting spine-chilling tales that explore the hidden depths of the soul. Heebie-Jeebies serves up terrifying horror, side-splitting comedy, thought-provoking science-fiction, and eerie dark fantasy films that will haunt your dreams. https://www.heebiejeebiespictures.com/ © 2026 Heebie-Jeebies Pictures, LLC

    36 min

  3. May 21

    We Shot 2 Short Films in One Weekend… Here’s What Happened

    In this episode of Deep Dark Well, we’re joined by actors Brett Brooks, Erin Ownbey, and Allison Peel to talk about bringing our latest short films, PLAYBACK and MADAM, to life.Both films were shot over the course of a single, slightly unhinged three-day weekend, so naturally, we had to sit down and unpack what actually happened.It’s part behind-the-scenes breakdown, part group therapy, and part early preview of what’s coming as Playback and Madam get ready for release.Watch the trailer for PLAYBACK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=00NXOdJHdBwWatch the trailer for MADAM: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DG38iKcfsZ8Follow Erin:https://www.instagram.com/erinownbey/https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4950947/Follow Brett:https://www.instagram.com/brettbrooks/https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3520785/Follow Allison:https://www.instagram.com/allisonoffscript/https://www.imdb.com/name/nm18275450Subscribe to HEEBIE-JEEBIES PICTURES: ‪@HeebieJeebiesPictures‬ ‬#heebiejeebiespictures #heebiejeebies #horror #shortfilm #shorthorrorfilmConnect with Heebie-Jeebies!IG: https://www.instagram.com/heebiejeebiespictures/FB: https://www.facebook.com/heebiejeebiespictures About HEEBIE-JEEBIES PICTURES: Based in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, Heebie-Jeebies Pictures is dedicated to crafting spine-chilling tales that explore the hidden depths of the soul. Heebie-Jeebies serves up terrifying horror, side-splitting comedy, thought-provoking science-fiction, and eerie dark fantasy films that will haunt your dreams.https://www.heebiejeebiespictures.com/ © 2026 Heebie-Jeebies Pictures, LLC

    38 min

  4. May 8

    From Stage to Screen: Kyle Gazak on Acting, Bullying, & Leading DAGNABBIT!

    In this episode of DEEP DARK WELL, we sit down with actor Kyle Gazak, a longtime collaborator who has been part of the Heebie-Jeebies chaos across multiple projects, including DISEMBODIES, CHECKPOINT, DAGNABBIT!, and one lost-to-time experiment we call THE GUARDIAN. We talk about how Kyle got his start in acting, from the stage to the screen, and the personal experiences that shaped him along the way, including dealing with bullying and finding confidence through performance. We also get into his journey within our own projects, going from co-starring roles to stepping into the lead in DAGNABBIT!. It’s an honest, funny, and at times personal conversation about growth, persistence, and what it takes to keep showing up as an actor. Follow Kyle:https://www.instagram.com/kylegazak/https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6142531/Subscribe to HEEBIE-JEEBIES PICTURES: ‪@HeebieJeebiesPictures‬ ‬#heebiejeebiespictures #heebiejeebies #horror #shortfilm #shorthorrorfilmConnect with Heebie-Jeebies! IG: https://www.instagram.com/heebiejeebiespictures/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/heebiejeebiespictures About HEEBIE-JEEBIES PICTURES: Based in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, Heebie-Jeebies Pictures is dedicated to crafting spine-chilling tales that explore the hidden depths of the soul. Heebie-Jeebies serves up terrifying horror, side-splitting comedy, thought-provoking science-fiction, and eerie dark fantasy films that will haunt your dreams. https://www.heebiejeebiespictures.com/ © 2026 Heebie-Jeebies Pictures, LLC

    38 min

  5. Apr 16

    Before You Make Your Film Listen To This... Advice From FilmQuest's Founder

    In Part Two of our conversation with Jonathan Martin (founder of FilmQuest), we get into the part filmmakers usually don’t want to hear: Your festival strategy starts before you make your film. Listen to Jonathan break down how to actually prepare for the festival circuit, from choosing the right project and understanding your audience, to avoiding the common mistakes that can sink a film before it ever gets submitted. Jonathan shares practical, no-BS advice on how programmers think, what festivals are really looking for, and how filmmakers can give themselves a real shot instead of just hoping for the best. If you’re planning a film and thinking “we’ll figure out festivals later", this episode might save you a lot of time, money, and heartbreak.Come for the strategy. Stay because you’re realizing you might need to rethink everything. Follow FilmQuest: https://www.instagram.com/filmquest/ https://www.facebook.com/FilmQuestFest http://www.filmquestfest.com/ Submit to FilmQuest: https://filmfreeway.com/FilmQuest Subscribe to HEEBIE-JEEBIES PICTURES: ‪@HeebieJeebiesPictures‬ ‬#heebiejeebiespictures #heebiejeebies #horror #shortfilm #shorthorrorfilm Connect with Heebie-Jeebies! IG: https://www.instagram.com/heebiejeebiespictures/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/heebiejeebiespictures About HEEBIE-JEEBIES PICTURES: Based in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, Heebie-Jeebies Pictures is dedicated to crafting spine-chilling tales that explore the hidden depths of the soul. Heebie-Jeebies serves up terrifying horror, side-splitting comedy, thought-provoking science-fiction, and eerie dark fantasy films that will haunt your dreams. https://www.heebiejeebiespictures.com/ © 2026 Heebie-Jeebies Pictures, LLC

    43 min

  6. Apr 7

    How FilmQuest Was Built: Jonathan Martin on Filmmaking & the Fest Circuit

    In this episode of Deep Dark Well, we sit down with Jonathan Martin, founder and festival director of FilmQuest, and a filmmaker who cut his teeth on the festival circuit just like the rest of us.This is Part One of a longer conversation, and we start at the beginning: how Jonathan got into filmmaking, what it was like navigating festivals with his own work, and how those experiences eventually led to the creation of FilmQuest, now one of the most respected genre festivals out there.It’s part origin story, part festival insight, and part “how did this become one of the best genre fests in the world?”Follow FilmQuest:  / filmquest    / filmquestfest  http://www.filmquestfest.com/Submit to FilmQuest:https://filmfreeway.com/FilmQuestSubscribe to HEEBIE-JEEBIES PICTURES: ‪@HeebieJeebiesPictures‬ ‬#heebiejeebiespictures #heebiejeebies #horror #shortfilm #shorthorrorfilmConnect with Heebie-Jeebies!IG:   / heebiejeebiespictures  FB:   / heebiejeebiespictures   About HEEBIE-JEEBIES PICTURES: Based in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, Heebie-Jeebies Pictures is dedicated to crafting spine-chilling tales that explore the hidden depths of the soul. Heebie-Jeebies serves up terrifying horror, side-splitting comedy, thought-provoking science-fiction, and eerie dark fantasy films that will haunt your dreams.https://www.heebiejeebiespictures.com/ © 2026 Heebie-Jeebies Pictures, LLC

    1h 4m

  7. Mar 19

    Cinematography, One-Shot Filmmaking & Lessons from Failure with Tom Festo

    In Episode 10 of Deep Dark Well, the guys sit down with cinematographer Tom Festo for a convo about collaboration, craft, and the long road of filmmaking.They discuss how they first connected on the film festival circuit (thanks FilmQuest!), what it’s like building creative partnerships over time, and the challenges we’ve faced working together (pfft, there weren't any!) From shooting TAPESTRY to the dream of tackling the demands of one-shot filmmaking, this episode dives into the balance between preparation and chaos on set.Tom also shares his journey into cinematography and how his approach to visual storytelling has evolved. Along the way, they'll get into the importance of teamwork, staying adaptable, and keeping a sense of perspective in an industry that rarely goes according to plan.Follow Tom Festo at these links: https://www.instagram.com/framesbytom/https://www.instagram.com/birdmountainmedia/https://www.tomfesto.com/Connect with Heebie-Jeebies!IG: https://www.instagram.com/heebiejeebiespictures/FB: https://www.facebook.com/heebiejeebiespictures About HEEBIE-JEEBIES PICTURES: Based in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, Heebie-Jeebies Pictures is dedicated to crafting spine-chilling tales that explore the hidden depths of the soul. Heebie-Jeebies serves up terrifying horror, side-splitting comedy, thought-provoking science-fiction, and eerie dark fantasy films that will haunt your dreams.https://www.heebiejeebiespictures.com/ © 2026 Heebie-Jeebies Pictures, LLC

    38 min

  8. Mar 5

    Film Fest Deep Dive with Vancouver Horror Show (VHS) Festival Director David Taylor

    In Episode 9 of DEEP DARK WELL, the guys chat with David Taylor, our neighbor to the north and festival director of the Vancouver Horror Show — or if you're "cool" like these guys think you are: VHS.They discuss their experiences screening at VHS (at least the ones that got accepted...), how the festival got its start, and what actually goes into programming a horror film festival. David breaks down what festivals are really looking for when selecting films, and what filmmakers often misunderstand about the submission process.If you’re a filmmaker navigating the festival circuit, this episode is packed with practical advice: how to stand out, how to avoid common mistakes, and why you shouldn't ghost a fest.It’s an honest, behind-the-scenes look at film festivals, from both the programming side of the table and the "hey, watch my film!" side.Follow the Vancouver Horror Show!IG: https://www.instagram.com/vancouverhorrorshow/Submit Your Film: https://filmfreeway.com/VancouverHorrorShowWebsite: https://www.vancouverhorrorshow.com/Connect with Heebie-Jeebies!IG: https://www.instagram.com/heebiejeebiespictures/FB: https://www.facebook.com/heebiejeebiespictures About HEEBIE-JEEBIES PICTURES: Based in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, Heebie-Jeebies Pictures is dedicated to crafting spine-chilling tales that explore the hidden depths of the soul. Heebie-Jeebies serves up terrifying horror, side-splitting comedy, thought-provoking science-fiction, and eerie dark fantasy films that will haunt your dreams.https://www.heebiejeebiespictures.com/ © 2026 Heebie-Jeebies Pictures, LLC

    47 min
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Welcome to DEEP DARK WELL — from the sick and delightful minds at Heebie-Jeebies Pictures, writer/directors Jason Sheedy and Joshua David Matthews, and film producer Kyle Steinike. Filmmaking is a descent: bad coffee, worse deadlines, and the joy of seeing your nightmare come to life on screen. Join us and fellow filmmakers, actors, and festival directors as they dive into the well with us to talk shop, spill blood, and share what really goes on behind the scenes. Think of it as indie film therapy—if your therapist also screams about lighting setups. Welcome to DEEP DARK WELL.

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  • Creator
    Heebie-Jeebies Pictures
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Heebie-Jeebies Pictures
  • Show Website
    Deep Dark Well