Question 1

Why was 'Hider in the House' largely straight-to-video?

Accepted Answer

Vestron Pictures went broke before the film's release, so it skipped most theaters and was largely straight to video, though it had a theatrical release in Europe due to pre-sales.

Question 2

Which tragic event affected the casting of Holly?

Accepted Answer

Judith Barsi was asked to audition for Holly but missed the appointment on July 25, 1988; she and her mother were found dead two days later, killed by her father. The part went to Candace Hutson.

Question 3

What did Gary Busey mean by calling the film a 'NAR film'?

Accepted Answer

After meeting with a psychologist hired as an adviser, Busey said 'NAR' stood for 'No acting required,' explaining 'I am the character!'

Question 4

Who directed 'Hider in the House' and what opportunity did his work lead to?

Accepted Answer

Matthew Patrick directed the film. His work impressed producer Moustapha Akkad, who seriously considered him to direct 'Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers.'

Question 5

Which uncredited writer worked on the film?

Accepted Answer

The final writer on the film was an uncredited Brad Mirman.

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