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Aug 14
1h 17m

Filming the Paranormal: The Making of Th...

MICHELLE
About this episode

In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles, I’m joined by filmmaker and paranormal investigator John Shackleton to delve into his latest project – The Supernatural UK.

A candid, fly-on-the-wall paranormal investigation series, The Supernatural UK takes a fresh, unfiltered look at one of the world’s most enduring mysteries. Across ten episodes, the series ventures into castles, prisons, museums and warehouses, working alongside diverse teams of investigators to explore the big questions: Do ghosts exist? Can we communicate with them? What are they – and what do they want?

Viewers can expect moments ranging from the chilling to the surreal – from poltergeists and sinister dolls to a shape-shifting goblin and even the spirit of a medieval pervert – all captured as they happened, with no scripting, no staging, and no filters.

Throughout the series, Shackleton is a constant presence, immersing the audience in the investigations with the help of experts including Justin Cowell, Diane Chambers, Craig Williams, Katie Goodland, Dr Kate Cherrell, Rachel Hayward, Kim Morgan, John Wright, Karin Beasant, Lorien Jones, Kate Ray, Lisa Holman and Amy Cox, plus a special guest appearance from seasoned paranormal investigator Kev Kerr.

My Special Guest Is John Shackleton 

John Shackleton is a multi-skilled, creative and technical filmmaker and TV Director; with endless storytelling imagination, an unflinching vision, and a relentless drive to make great things happen.

With over 20 years of professional experience spanning features, factual entertainment, documentary and drama John has been the writer and producer of Welsh BAFTA nominated feature film 'Panic Button', which sold to 26 territories worldwide. Writer, producer, director of feature film 'The Sleeping Room', now on UK/US release. Producer / director of 'Animal Impossible' for BBC Studios / Discovery US alongside multiple features and series for BBC 1 & 2, Channel 4, ITV, Sky & Discovery. He has been a screenwriter for multiple original screenplays for TV drama and feature films.

In this conversation, expect insights into: 

  • Memorable moments from the Attractions strand – including the mysterious missing pane of glass in Episode 2 at the Savoy Theatre, Monmouth.

  • The research, selection process, and collaborations that brought the series to life.

  • A sneak peek at upcoming episodes in Somerset and Warwick Castle – and the emotional truths behind the investigations.

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