Actor Julie Benz (Dexter, Jawbreaker, Buffy) and Filmmaker Mike Zara Get 'Horrified'

About this episode

Julie Benz and Mike Zara discuss their experiences in film and independent filmmaking.

On this episode of On the Rocks, we welcome actor Julie Benz and fan girl out, chatting about her roles in Buffy, Dexter, Jawbreaker, and more. We also welcome filmmaker Mike Zara and chat about his latest film, Horrified, which he wrote, produced, and directed. Julie shares her experience starring in this all-star cast, and we do a deep dive into independent filmmaking and thinking outside the box when it comes to film financing. This is one of our favorite episodes! With co-host model and musician Steven Dehler, and your sassy host with the sassy most, Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, it's On the Rocks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Steven Dehler, Alexander Rodriguez

Guests: Julie Benz, Mike Zara

Topics covered

• independent filmmaking
• film financing
• celebrity interviews
• actor experiences
• film production

Keywords

• Julie Benz
• Mike Zara
• Horrified
• independent film
• Buffy
• Dexter
• Jawbreaker

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Buffy, Dexter, Jawbreaker, Horrified

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