Tony DiTerlizzi - The Spiderwick Chronicles

Hey Mostly Horror fans! In this episode, Steve and Sean chat with the incredible Tony DiTerlizzi. We dive into his experiences co-creating the "Spiderwick Chronicles" and talk about everything from his inspirations and favorite monsters to his upcoming projects. Which fjord is best?!

Breakdown:

• [2:10] Ari Aster Hansel and Gretel discussion
• [6:25] Jason Universe updates
• [12:12] John Squires' article on James Wan's reboot of "The Munsters"
• [22:53] Tony DiTerlizzi interview
• [32:21] Tony’s thoughts on "Jaws"
• [34:15] Philosophical discussion on introducing darker themes to children
• [51:08] Tony on the evolution of his art style
• [53:29] Reflections on storytelling and fantasy worlds
• [01:01:54] The role of adaptations in storytelling
• [01:02:09] Tony’s thoughts on adaptation and its impact on his work
• [01:05:20] Mostly Horror Recommendations

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