Monster Production Designer Inspired by Horror Classics
Originally published Jun 16, 2026
By Kate Erbland · IndieWire
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Key points
- Matthew Flood Ferguson used classic horror movies as inspiration for 'Monster: The Ed Gein Story.'
- He aimed to create a sense of dread for both the audience and the actors.
- The production designer discussed his approach during IndieWire's Craft Roundtables.
To convey the unsettling atmosphere of 'Monster: The Ed Gein Story,' production designer Matthew Flood Ferguson drew inspiration from classic horror films like 'Night of the Living Dead.' During IndieWire's Craft Roundtables, he discussed the intent to evoke a sense of dread for both the audience and the actors involved in the production.
Read the original story: IndieWire — by Kate Erbland