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News Abstract
By: PointLine Media Research & Editorial Team
Topic:Arts & Media,Lifestyle
October 5, 2026
Filmmaker and podcaster Julia Marchese has unveiled a three-city tour schedule for late October through early November. The events span film festivals, repertory screenings, and live podcast celebrations centered on the horror genre.
The tour begins at Kingcon in Atlantic City, featuring a screening of Marchese's adaptation of Stephen King's 'I Know What You Need' and the debut of her first published short story in a new anthology. She will then move to the Somerville Theatre in Massachusetts to curate the Halloween Hullabaloo, which includes appearances by Victoria Price.
The tour concludes in Ottawa, where Marchese will host a two-day event at the Mayfair Theatre to mark the 500th episode of her podcast, 'Horror Movie Survival Guide.' Programming includes a 50th-anniversary screening of 'Carrie' and a showing of her documentary, 'Out of Print.'
These events highlight the enduring popularity of independent horror programming and the rise of the 'podcaster-as-curator' model. By blending physical film screenings with digital media communities, creators like Marchese are bridging the gap between niche genre fandom and local theater engagement.
This trend reflects a broader interest in communal media experiences. As audiences move away from purely at-home streaming, repertory cinemas are increasingly relying on specialized programming and guest hosts to maintain cultural relevance and drive ticket sales.