Deadly Beauty: Horror’s Scream Queens and Rising Talent: Amanda Collins (Mandy Lou)

Deadly Beauty: Horror’s Scream Queens and Rising Talent: Amanda Collins (Mandy Lou)

“Originally from a small village in southern Ohio I always dreamed of bigger and better things. I was always intrigued by vampires, werewolves, and the paranormal when it came to movies. Nosferatu, Dracula (Bela Legosi), Poltergeist, etc all just captivated me and I wanted to be a part of that! No other genre can spark such sudden and intense emotion in an audience like horror. However, I started off as a model for the Midwest Bikini Team based in Cincinnati for 8 years. I then went on to model for the Ghostbusters Buster Babe calendar and had an opportunity to work my first Horrorhound in 2010. Then in 2011, with no former training, I auditioned with Concept Media and got my first role in a full length horror film. I just wrapped up my second horror short film and an itching to get started on future projects. I hope to continue to grow as an actress and broaden my horizons in all different aspects of the horror genre.”*

Location: Home base for me is Cleveland Ohio.

1. How did you get into the industry?

I got into the industry 2 years ago after replying to a casting call for a part in a full length horror film called, “Midsummer Nightmares,” by Concept Media. I’ve always been interested in horror movies and the emotion they can bring to an audience. I wanted to be a part of that!

2. What Scream Queen inspired you most?

The scream queen that inspired me the most would have to be Jamie Lee Curtis! Shes such an amazing actress

3. What are the next couple projects you are working on?

I just finished filming “Ladies Night,” which is a horror short that will be featured in a DVD horror collective called “Watch This” from Concept Media. I portrayed Frankie a smart, no nonsense, artist that’s out looking for fun with her 2 friends. I had so much fun working on this project and turning the tables on the traditional horror film. Very excited for the release of this film in September. Also, I will be co-starring in a full length horror that is still in its early stages right now by a company called Mazza Jurman Film Inc (Nephew of Jackie Vernon). Its about a paranormal investigation group that become trapped in a house by an evil entity. All I can give away at this point, but I’m very excited to dive into this project.