As independent we're constantly at odds with time and budget. Our ambitions are humungous, but we only have so many resources (and so much cash) to pull off the grandiose ideas floating around our creative minds. That's why it's such a breath of fresh air to hear about success stories like David Jame's Bag of Lies. Shot in 13 days with only $75K in the bank, Bag of Lies pulled off the impossible as a solid horror outing that landed a theatrical release and an immediately successful online run. Currently available on Amazon Prime, Bag of Lies follows Matt (Patrick Taft), a down on his luck husband willing to do anything to combat his wife's long battle with cancer. When he stumbles upon an offer to save her life via the titular bag of lies, well... it doesn't go great! Below, we speak with director David James and lead Patrick Taft about all things low-budget horror. Please enjoy, and do know they are lovely, trustworthy guys that don't associate with that manipulative bag. Editor's note: the following interview is edited for length and clarity. Bag Of Lies Official Trailer www.youtube.com No Film School: Tell me a little bit about where the idea for Bag of Lies originated. David James: Nicholas Laughlin wrote and directed the short film of the same name back in 2021. I played the lead role in it, and Patrick Taft (who plays the lead in the feature) played the Al character, the stranger who hands over...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Friday, 19 July, 2024