An in-depth new interview with screenwriter and script consultant Jeff Barker has been released on the newly launched Lawrie Brewster Interviews YouTube channel.
The hour-long conversation sees filmmaker Lawrie Brewster speak with Barker about screenwriting, story structure, character development, psychology, script consulting, independent filmmaking and the creative discipline required to build compelling genre cinema.
Jeff Barker is also the father and creative mentor of Curry Barker, the writer and director behind the horror success Obsession. During the interview, he reflects on Curry’s development as a filmmaker, while also offering wider insight into the art of storytelling and the challenges faced by emerging writers and directors.
Rather than focusing only on the mechanics of writing, the discussion explores the emotional and psychological foundations of strong cinematic storytelling. Barker brings a distinctive perspective to the conversation, shaped by his background in journalism, psychiatry, writing and his support for neurodivergent creatives.
For horror fans, writers and independent filmmakers, the interview offers a thoughtful look at how stories are shaped, how characters are developed, and how genre cinema can balance artistic credibility with commercial appeal.
The interview also marks the first video from Lawrie Brewster Interviews, a new channel dedicated to long-form conversations with writers, actors, directors, producers, distributors and other creative professionals working in film.
You can watch the full interview with Jeff Barker here:
Future episodes of Lawrie Brewster Interviews are expected to continue exploring the craft, business and creative processes behind independent cinema, with a particular focus on genre filmmaking and the artists working at its forefront.
About Lawrie Brewster
Lawrie Brewster is a veteran horror film producer with over 15 years of experience. He leads Hex Studios, serves as president of Amicus Productions, and runs the British Horror Studio project in collaboration with filmmakers from around the world.
Lawrie has recently published a series of fascinating articles, including his five top tips for indie filmmakers, his thoughts on the current state of film distribution, the creation of the British Horror Studio project, his journey from outsider to filmmaker, and his staunch defence of 1980s-style Sword and Sorcery.
He also recently interviewed Tony Mardon and Andy Edwards on the challenges, stresses, and psychological battles involved in producing films and remaining (somewhat) sane.
