Producer, Director, Writer, Actress, and Philantropist Devanny Pinn has a dozen upcoming films and over 50 films already out. If you don’t know who she is yet, you’ve not been paying attention to the world of indie horror and action films. Here, she answers our questions about Women in Horror Month and tells us a little bit about what she has coming up.
What is it that attracts you the horror genre for your chosen field of creative work?
I love that the genre has no limits, just like passion and creativity. It quite literally thrills you, challenges you and is constantly evolving while also staying dependable. The genre for me was immediately a perfect fit and I believe it will continue to be.
What are your passions, cinematic or otherwise?
Entertainment has been my passion since I was a toddler. I knew before I could speak that I wanted to entertain and I thank God every day that I have found opportunities to do that. While I have tried a little bit of everything, I have found that telling stories of real extraordinary situations, events and people is my absolute favorite.
Considering this is 2022, why do you think we still need a movement like Women in Horror Month?
I actually was considering this myself in recent years. Hannah Neuroticas’ manifesto and mission to highlight women in horror was, in my opinion, an overwhelming success that accomplished exactly what it set out to do. I think because of WIHM more women are being showcased, hired and even just getting involved than ever before. It is important to keep the movement going so that it can continue to showcase the amazing work that is being done. It also serves as a wonderful community of genre creatives that can connect and support as well.
This particular year I think we have seen a lot of regression in society. A lot of rights for people who have not always enjoyed equal opportunities are now being suppressed and even revoked. So, sadly, I do not know that we have made as much progress as we would have hoped and think platforms that elevate women are still very much needed and possibly even more than they were before.
What would you tell an up-and-coming creative in the world of horror who sees that being a woman/identifying as a woman as something that makes it so much more difficult at times?
I would tell them that our genre is just like every other industry in the world. Women are incredible and successful women know exactly how much extra work, patience, resilience and heart goes into her achievement in any field. I wish I could tell you horror is different, but it really isn’t. You will work way harder than the next guy to earn your success here too. However, if you are like me, you know there’s no other choice but to dive right in because this is what you love. Rest assured when you reach your goals here, it is beyond satisfying and there will be an incredible community of women, men and others who all understand your passion and cheer you on while you pursue it. If horror is what excites you, absolutely go for it.
What are your favorite bits of helpful advice that you have received about your work or your field?
You are only in competition with yourself. Focus on your goals and love every minute of the pursuit.
In honor of celebrating Women in Horror Month, who do you believe viewers should keep an eye on in terms of the creative ladies in horror?
I would say keep an eye on the month itself! I learn of amazing talented new women every year thanks to the highlights of WIHM interview series such as this.
What do you have coming soon that you can talk to us about?
I have several fun features debuting soon including “Frost” a survival thriller with Vernon Wells, torture flick “Death Count” with Michael Madsen and Costas Mandylor, an arthouse reimaging of Whatever Happened to Baby Jane called “Terra Bella,” and WW2 action “Battle of Saipan” with Louis Mandylor and Casper Van Dien.
I also produced another action movie entitled “Breakout” with Brian Krause and Tom Sizemore which will be out later this year and just signed on to star in a metal/horror movie “The Virginia Bitches” with a ton of incredible stars from the metal music scene including Butcher Babies, Lamb of God, and Arch Enemy.
Is that enough name dropping… :)
(Full disclosure I am not humble bragging; I’m literally listing everything i can think of for internet hits. Marketing helps keep the business going and, in our biz, every little bit helps. Am I right ladies? ;)
Cheers.
What do you hope to leave behind in your legacy as an artist?
I hope to be known as the strong-willed Christian girl who forged her own path in this industry to bring genre entertainment to those who love it, faith to those who think they didn’t fit the mold, and inspired others to pursue their dreams regardless of how unusual they are :D
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