# Episode 263: Damian McCarthy's New Film "Hokum"

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Podcast: [Mostly Horror](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mostly-horror-2165535)
Published: 2026-05-07T07:00:00+00:00
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We reunited with writer and director Damian McCarthy to talk about his new horror film Hokum, now in theaters and starring Adam Scott. We discussed his collaboration with the star, filming the desert opening sequence, and Damian's upcoming horror project.

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