Talking With The Dead: 15 Questions With Scarlet Salem

With over a hundred and fifty screen roles to her credit, not to mention her turns as a writer, producer, radio host and essayist, few people have as impressive a horror pedigree as Debbie Rochon. Dedicated to her craft while being affable and gracious with her fans; Rochon is the complete package. She recently made some time in her busy schedule to talk to us about her career and the industry in general; her anecdotes are sometimes good, sometimes bad, but all horror.

J. David Moeller is a face many would recognize if they saw him on the television in the 70s, 80s and 90s. With almost 50 years in the business, J David has been seen on everything from the television show Dallas, to America's Funniest People. In addition to his numerous acting credits, he also ran for mayor of Dallas in 1971, and has been active in the Superfeast organiztion, helping hungry children around the globe.

We saw J David recently in the Chicago based Wildclaw Theatre's stage presentation of Lovecraft's Dreams in the Witchhouse. Wonderfully gifted, J David became his characters, letting the audience fall into a trance as they were sucked in by his acting ability.

Macabre Cadaver: Dave, you've had a long and prosperous career, and have worked with some Hollywood greats. What is your most memorable experience?

David J. Moeller: I was having an afternoon snack in my favorite delicatessen in Dallas, "Phils". They had the best Lentil soup in Texas. I was the only customer. I heard the little bell over the door ring and looked up, more out of instinct at hearing the sound rather than curiosity, and standing there was Uncle Miltie: Milton Berle! He looked right at me and said, "Like where am I supposed to go but a good delicatessen?" They sold those risque greeting cards there; and, wanting an autograph from the veteran vaudevillian who became known as "Mr. Television", I bought one and he graciously signed the inside. On the cover it read "Smile!" and inside: "If you got a little last night -Love Milton Berle". To die for!!!!

This month, Macabre Cadaver had the opportunity to speak with actress/producer Melissa Bacelar. Melissa starred in such horror films as Eat Your Heart Out, and Pink Eye. Not content with being labeled as a “scream queen”, Melissa has a long list of acting credits, which included a recurring role on the daytime soap One Life to Live, and an appearance on Saturday Night Live. She also works with the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) to help spread the word about animal abuse.