Interview: Micheline Pitt-Norman and R.H. Norman Bring a House of Horrors to Life in Their V/H/S/HALLOWEEN Segment “Home Haunt”

One of the most emotionally devastating and well-made short films I’ve ever seen is Grummy, so it’s no surprise that Micheline Pitt-Norman and R.H. Norman’s segment “Home Haunt” in V/H/S/Halloween turned out to be my favorite part of the latest film in the iconic found footage franchise. Centered on a fractured family who must band together to survive the night when their renowned haunted attraction takes on a deadly life of its own, “Home Haunt” is brimming with poignant moments, endearing characters, and blood-soaked scares.

With V/H/S/Halloween now streaming on Shudder, Daily Dead had the pleasure of talking with the talented writing/directing duo about collaborating with their amazing crew to make their ambitious segment, including shooting over the course of five days, building the sets as they shot the film, balancing frightful fun with gory scares, and working with a talented cast that includes legendary makeup effects artist Rick Baker!

You can watch our full video interview with Micheline and R.H. below, and in case you missed it, read Emily von Seele’s five-star review of V/H/S/Halloween and our Q&A with “Home Haunt” actress Sarah Nicklin!

“A collection of Halloween-themed videotapes unleashes a series of twisted, blood-soaked tales, turning trick-or-treat into a struggle for survival.”

• Directors: Anna Zlokovic, Paco Plaza, Casper Kelly, Alex Ross Perry, Micheline Pitt-Norman & R.H. Norman, Bryan M. Ferguson
• Writers: Anna Zlokovic, Paco Plaza & Alberto Marini, Casper Kelly, Alex Ross Perry, Micheline Pitt-Norman & R.H. Norman, Bryan M. Ferguson
• Producers: Roy Lee, Steven Schneider, Derek Dauchy, Josh Goldbloom, Michael Schreiber, Brad Miska
• Music: Nick Chuba
• Runtime: 115 minutes