Haunts and Hops This week we chat with Michael J Epstein, Filmmaker, Writer, Podcaster and author of the very insightful book, BIGFOOT DOES NOT EXIST!: An introduction to the fundamental principles of statistics, science, and logic.
The Big Steep starring David Whitney made by David Whitney, Michael J. Epstein, Sophia Cacciola with a little help from Mark Brown
Check out the whole channel Crowdfunding book: https://blog.mikeandsophia.com/2020/06/pre-order-michaels-book-crowdfunding-basics-in-30-minutes-rel-march-13th-2017/ Learn to Market Indie Films Better through Crowdfunding | with Michael J. Epstein Today I’m talking crowdfunding with filmmaker/author/musician/man-about-town Michael J. Epstein. He gives some great crowdfunding tips and we talk … Read More
Sophia and Michael dance as silhouettes in The Record Summer’s White Dress music video directed by the fantastically talented Bill Moldt Check out this info on the making of… New Album ‘Lay It Bare’ Available March 5th on Bodan Kuma … Read More
2020. Well, it’s over. We could go on forever about all of the horrible suffering, much of it due to neglect, failure, and maliciousness, but we’ll try and reflect on the positive things we personally found and did in a … Read More
During the pandemic we adopted a very special chihuahua-mix, King Ghidorah the Dog. It became evident along our journey that he was actually an ancient vampire is stuck in the body of an angry chihuahua! We made this mini-documentary about … Read More
Sophia was interviewed about being a microbudget genre filmmaker for the documentary, Microbudget Marauders Too. “What is a micro budget film? Have you ever come across a super low budget movie on a streaming platform and thought, Wow, how is … Read More
You can preorder the first release vinyl from Women of Rock Records (a subsidiary of the Women of Rock Oral History Project). Tanya Pearson accumulated a who’s who of amazing people to sing on covers for this project and Sophia … Read More
Episode 11 with Bob Rose – December 11, 2020 Sophia Cacciola and Michael J. Epstein of Launch Over share insights into the creative process, discussing and analyzing the movies they watch and the movies they make. [ Without Your Head … Read More
Michael appears as Mr. Keane in Bel Deliá’s St. Patrick’s Day segment.
My First Horror Movie Ep. 83: Michael Epstein & Sophia Cacciola (Launch over Productions) [Instagram] [Twitter] [Facebook] https://www.youtube.com/sledgehammerhorror?fbclid=IwAR1uOUheQ3SK8Hmxby8EY7_qnZVWoBvoTzXxkjDc2c-1UhsiCNeJ59whhYw
Episode 10 with Stephen Stull – November 20, 2020 Sophia Cacciola and Michael J. Epstein of Launch Over share insights into the creative process, discussing and analyzing the movies they watch and the movies they make. [ Without Your Head … Read More
The Rhino Crate Presents a Troy Minkowsky Film “Candemic: Secret Werewolf Saga” Michael Epstein – Sophia Cacciola – Josh Teale – Kayla Caulfield – Victoria Paradis – Richard Chandler Music by James Force Recorded & Edited by Dennis Maler Titles … Read More
Blitzkriegbliss, formed in Boston, combines the fierce energy of punk with atmospheric, dark wave influences, creating a unique and raw musical experience. Founded by Sophia Cacciola (vocals/drums), Michael J. Epstein (bass/vocals), and David T. Little (drums).Every Day is Marked by … Read More
Episode 9 with Aaron Barrocas – October 23, 2020 Sophia Cacciola and Michael J. Epstein of Launch Over share insights into the creative process, discussing and analyzing the movies they watch and the movies they make. [ Without Your Head … Read More
Earlier this year, Neal Jones’ body was forever changed by a surgery. This 4-minute, satirical doc explores how Neal’s life has changed. Shot by Sophia and directed and edited by Michael, the film features family guest appearances by Neal’s mother, … Read More
Sophia and Michael have been working with director Dustin Ferguson to help shoot his forthcoming documentary, Direct to Video, a 2019 documentary about the early-mid 90’s “Direct To Video” horror films! Check out some of the interviews we’ve helped on! … Read More
Launch Over Short Film Scores: Volume 1 by Night Kisses Film Scores: Volume 1 contains all of the odds and ends of Launch Over produced (or tangential) short films and feature films for which we’ve made small contributions by Night … Read More
Launch Over Podcast: Episode 8 with Catherine Capozzi – October 9, 2020 Sophia Cacciola and Michael J. Epstein of Launch Over share insights into the creative process, discussing and analyzing the movies they watch and the movies they make. [ … Read More
I am honored to be included in the “words of wisdom” section of this fantastic guide to horror anthologies! We’ve done quite a lot of microbudget anthology work in the past few years and I’m definitely excited to see the … Read More
Launch Over Podcast: Episode 7 with Jason Horton – September 25, 2020 Sophia Cacciola and Michael J. Epstein of Launch Over share insights into the creative process, discussing and analyzing the movies they watch and the movies they make. [ … Read More
Sophia had a great time going into a thematic deep-dive of Launch Over’s horror-satire, CLICKBAIT with the podcast, Not Suitable for Anyone! Full of spoilers, so watch the film then listen to the podcast! Not Suitable for Anyone is a podcast … Read More
We had mentioned a while back about The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library‘s visit to Daytrotter’s Horseshack studio in Rock Island, IL (more photos, videos, and info here)! (I had also previously done a Neutral Uke Hotel / The Motion Sick session and, we … Read More
Launch Over Podcast: Episode 6 with Izzy Lee (Fantasia and Horrible Imaginings wrap-up) – September 11, 2020 Sophia Cacciola and Michael J. Epstein of Launch Over share insights into the creative process, discussing and analyzing the movies they watch and … Read More
Don’t be dead. The dead are dumb. Be weird. Written, directed, produced & narrated by Izzy Lee Produced by Steve Johanson Edited by Michael J. Epstein Composed by Shayne Gryn Executive Producers: Josh Malerman, Paul Furio, Christopher D. Grace, Sarah … Read More
Launch Over Podcast: Episode 5 – Blood of the Tribades Q&A hosted by Neal Jones – September 4, 2020 Neal Jones of Without Your Head hosts a very special Q&A with the cast and crew of Blood of the Tribades. [ Without Your … Read More
Launch Over Podcast: Episode 4 with Seth Chatfield – August 28, 2020 Sophia Cacciola and Michael J. Epstein of Launch Over share insights into the creative process, discussing and analyzing the movies they watch and the movies they make. [ … Read More
Launch Over Podcast: Episode 3 with Jim McDonough – August 21, 2020 Sophia Cacciola and Michael J. Epstein of Launch Over share insights into the creative process, discussing and analyzing the movies they watch and the movies they make. [ … Read More
Launch Over Podcast: Episode 2 with Neal Jones – August 14, 2020 Sophia Cacciola and Michael J. Epstein of Launch Over share insights into the creative process, discussing and analyzing the movies they watch and the movies they make. [ … Read More
I had a fantastic time chatting with Josh Stifter of Flush Studios (check out their Patreon) about a variety of things, including being creative during the pandemic. Check it out! Flush Studios Podcast · Filmmaker/Musician Michael J Epstein
Launch Over Podcast Episode 1 – August 7, 2020 Sophia Cacciola and Michael J. Epstein of Launch Over share insights into the creative process, discussing and analyzing the movies they watch and the movies they make. [ Without Your Head … Read More
SODAMILK mixes soda and milk for you. We mix milk and soda.
Had a great time on The Hold-Up with Stephen Stull. The premise of the podcast is that in this part 1, we talk about Bill and Ted’s Bogus Journey, a movie I have not seen since going to the theater … Read More
Michael appears as one half of the “couch TV couple” with Geena Matuson in Reel Groovy Films’ John Hartman’s The Shackling. Possibly the only Super VHS feature film being released in the world, in 2020. Synopsis: During the mid … Read More
Sophia contributed vocals on the song, “Strangelands” from the new Emerald Comets album. From the band: “Emerald Comets album “Strangelands,” is up now on bandcamp! Other music sites should have it up on Friday! This album was written and recorded … Read More
Sophia was interviewed for the new book, 1000 Women in Horror 1895-2018 by Alexandra Heller-Nicholas. It is available in hardcover and paperback. Blowing a kiss back through time and space from Aaliyah to Jill Rae Zurborg, 1000 Women in Horror, … Read More
Why Don’t Women Like Me by Drab Sophia played bass in a band in Boston called Drab. They just released an EP, WHY DON’T WOMEN LIKE ME, of lost material that was recorded in 2016 before Sophia moved to Los … Read More
We had the pleasure of producing Aaron Barrocas’s horror-comedy short, Half-Cocked! Screenings: Sick ‘N’ Wrong – Aug 10, 2019 – CityArts Orlando – Orlando, FL Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Film Festival – Aug 23, 2019 – Dipson Theatres Eastern Hills Cinema … Read More
Crowdfunding Basics In 30 Minutes Crowdfunding sites such as Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and GoFundMe can not only help you raise money to fund your idea or cause, they can also help you establish a community of enthusiastic supporters. This crowdfunding book … Read More
We had a great time talking with Joe and Zane at Indie Infestation about some of our projects, the state of the world, and our (okay, just my) desire to start a billion-dollar Thundarr the Barbarian franchise. On this week’s … Read More
Without Your Head Presents Watch Party Movie Night Q&A Saturday Night May 30th – Clickbait feature film screening and cast/crew Q&A! (other ways to watch Clickbait) Visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/withoutyourheadhorror/ Audio Only http://withoutyourhead.com/viewnews.php?autoid=110834 https://www.facebook.com/events/248303849724177/ https://launchover.com/launch/clickbait/
Michael had the pleasure of working with director Izzy Lee and artist Watch Clark as editor for the “Consider the Titanic” music video. Backscatter Effect by Watch Clark
Tea Time IMDb – TMDb – Letterboxd – Facebook During her tea party, a little girl loses her temper and things get bloody. Featuring pro-wrestler Rob Van Dam (WWE Champion, ECW World Heavyweight Champion.) Festivals: WINNER – BEST COMEDY SHORT … Read More
The title track and second single from the Alice Bag’s forthcoming record SISTER DYNAMITE out May 8th 2020 on In The Red Records. Available for pre-order at: www.intheredrecords.com! Crew Directed by: Marise Samitier Director of Photograhy: Sophia Cacciola Steadicam Operator: … Read More
Zia McCabe Interviewed by Tanya Pearson Cinematography by Sophia Cacciola Edited by Michael J. Epstein
Now streaming on Amazon Prime https://amzn.to/2Wi2aye Manos Returns will make its world premiere at Crypticon Seattle, Friday, May 4 at 9 pm as part of the North West filmmakers showcase. I had the great pleasure of doing the sound mix … Read More
Sophia will be performing with Catherine Capozzi and Axemunkee and friends to celebrate icons Mary Magdalene, Sirens, and the world premiere performance of Medusa! (About the previous performances) We also helped produce all of the videos that will accompany performances. … Read More
We had a great time chatting with our good friends Kellen Pembleton and John Campopiano for an episode of Kellen’s Petty Talk Show. We talk about projects we’ve worked on, learn more about John’s amazing documentary work, and we’re only … Read More
This introduction to statistics, logic, and the scientific method gives simple, plain-language examples to help anyone interested in learning more about the fundamental structures of building arguments and evidence. It will also explain why we know that, according to the … Read More
