Kate Siegel dives into the intriguing world of extraterrestrial life, offering both vivid imagination and chilling speculation. When asked about her belief in aliens, her response is as specific as it is eerie.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cI\u2019m a huge sci-fi reader\u2026Ray Bradbury is one of my favorite authors of all time,\u201d she says. \u201cIn the world right now there\u2019s a lot of discourse about aliens being real. The needle is turning towards, \u2018Yes, aliens exist.\u2019\u201d <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
This fascination with alien life seamlessly melds with her latest cinematic project.<\/p>\n
Transitioning from scream queen to sci-fi auteur<\/h3>\n
Known for her roles in horror hits like Oculus<\/a><\/em> and Hush<\/a><\/em>, Siegel steps into the director’s chair for \u201cV\/H\/S\/Beyond,\u201d<\/strong> the latest installment in the celebrated horror anthology series. This chapter focuses solely on sci-fi tales, an intriguing twist for longtime fans.<\/p>\n
In “Stowaway”<\/strong>, a woman played by Alanah Pearce stumbles across a UFO and boards it, leading to some visually striking and creatively eerie scenes. <\/p>\n
A perfect match for directing<\/h3>\n
Despite her deep interest in the genre, directing wasn’t initially on Siegel\u2019s radar. <\/p>\n
\n\u201cI hadn\u2019t necessarily been looking for an opportunity to move into directing, but when all the stars came into alignment, I didn\u2019t have a choice but to jump,\u201d she explains. Specialty series like V\/H\/S<\/a><\/em> are designed to be springboards for up-and-coming filmmakers, offering a supportive yet creatively independent environment.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Collaborating with her husband Mike Flanagan, the script for “Stowaway” was an organic extension of their professional and personal partnership. Siegel acknowledges the importance of \u201chonesty and respect\u201d<\/strong> in their dynamic.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cWhen I ask him a question, he\u2019s going to answer it honestly. He\u2019ll give me the constructive criticism I need, or I will give him the criticism he needs,\u201d she explains. This unwavering honesty allows them to navigate the complexities of filmmaking with a shared vision and mutual respect.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Crafting ‘Stowaway’ with a unique vision<\/h3>\n