Michael Faust, creative director of House of Torment, joins The Boogeyman to discuss his journey from horror-obsessed kid to haunt industry leader. They dive into his Face Off experience, creating unforgettable haunted attractions, and the controversial Haunt Hub platform. Michael also shares personal stories about addiction recovery, paranormal encounters, and what it takes to lead a successful haunt team.
From an early encounter with Freddy Krueger that left his shirt slashed to creating his first monster character "Sergeant Graves," Michael reveals how childhood fascinations evolved into a career in horror. He candidly discusses his appearance on Face Off Season 4 (including a hilarious psych evaluation story), his journey to sobriety, and the philosophy behind running one of America's premier haunted attractions.
Michael shares the creative process behind House of Torment, explaining how he balances pushing boundaries while creating entertainment suitable for diverse audiences. He emphasizes the importance of character development over gratuitous gore and reveals how team culture makes or breaks a haunt's success. The conversation takes supernatural turns as Michael recounts chilling paranormal experiences both from childhood and within House of Torment itself.
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