Episode 162: A Conversation with Linda Hassani and Michael C. Mahon

About this episode

The episode features a conversation with Linda Hassani and Michael C. Mahon about their experiences making the film DARK ANGEL: THE ASCENT.

As a special bonus, we're delighted to get the opportunity to speak with Linda Hassani and Michael C. Mahon, the director and co-star, respectively, of the 1994 Full Moon classic DARK ANGEL: THE ASCENT! The two give us the behind-the-scenes scoop on the making of the film, the experience of shooting in Bucharest, and the surprising legacy the film still has. Hosted by Jarrod Hornbeck and Steve Guntli Theme song by Kyle Hornbeck Logo by Doug McCambridge Email: puppetmasterscastlefreaks@gmail.com Instagram/Threads: @puppetmasters_castlefreaks YouTube: @PuppetMastersCastleFreaks Next week's episode: Prompt

People in this episode

Hosts: Jarrod Hornbeck, Steve Guntli

Guests: Linda Hassani, Michael C. Mahon

Topics covered

• film production
• interview
• behind-the-scenes
• legacy of films
• Full Moon Features

Keywords

• DARK ANGEL
• Linda Hassani
• Michael C. Mahon
• film legacy
• Bucharest
• Full Moon classic
• 1994 film

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: DARK ANGEL: THE ASCENT

Places: Bucharest

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