When first asked to reprise his role as Josh Lambert in the “Insidious” franchise, actor Patrick Wilson was less than thrilled. He questioned the need for another sequel and was content with his involvement in “The Conjuring” franchise. However, when approached about the possibility of directing the new “Insidious” film, Wilson became intrigued.
Wilson had been wanting to direct a movie since 2015, but he had specific criteria in mind. He didn’t want to work on a small indie film that would go unnoticed; he wanted his directorial debut to have the backing of a major studio. The offer to direct a half-a-billion-dollar franchise like “Insidious” was rare for a first-time director.
The fifth film in the “Insidious” series, titled “Insidious: The Red Door,” brings back the original film’s storyline, skipping over the less successful third and fourth installments. The film explores the trauma experienced by the Lambert family from the perspective of the father-son relationship. Josh, played by Wilson, has separated from his wife and is haunted by past events he can’t remember. Their son Dalton, who also had his memory erased, rejects his father as they embark on a road trip to art school.
Wilson agreed to direct “The Red Door” on the condition that it would fit into his life. Filming took place near his home in Montclair, N.J., allowing him to easily balance work and family. He also wanted the film to reflect who he is as a person.
To shape the story, Wilson worked closely with screenwriter Scott Teems, sharing personal experiences to create a narrative centered around inherited trauma and artistic vulnerability. This collaboration resulted in a return to the original film’s charm and thrills, resembling horror movies from the ’80s and ’90s.
For Wilson, his involvement in horror movies wasn’t something he initially sought out. He considers himself a generalist with a diverse taste in films. His upbringing in Tampa Bay, Fla., watching movies like “Indiana Jones” and “Star Wars” at multiplexes, influenced his cinematic preferences. He was drawn to horror films, like “Salem’s Lot” and “Poltergeist,” that went beyond the genre’s conventions.
In “The Red Door,” Wilson wanted his character’s son Dalton to be an artist, exploring the idea of using art to channel inner demons. Wilson drew from his own experiences as an actor and director, always conscious of the camera and how it captures emotions on screen.
The film also tackles the fragility of masculinity, poking fun at the efforts men make to appear masculine. Wilson himself, with his statuesque appearance, recognizes the need to engage in conversations about healthy masculinity as a father to two sons.
In a personal touch, Wilson incorporates his love for rock music into the film. He can be heard singing over the end credits to the tune of Swedish band Ghost’s heavy-metal music. Wilson takes inspiration from directors like John Carpenter, who sang in his own film “Big Trouble in Little China.”
For Wilson, being able to direct “The Red Door” was a privilege. He appreciates the opportunities given to him and takes joy in the creative process.
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