Samantha Scaffidi

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Samantha Scaffidi
Born
Samantha Scaffidi

(1989-03-03) March 3, 1989 (age 32)
Alma materSalve Regina University
William Esper Studio
Occupation
  • Actress
  • director
  • producer
Years active2012–present

Samantha Scaffidi (born March 3, 1989) is an American actress, director, writer, and producer. She is best known for her work in independent film and her horror film roles in Terrifier (2016) and Terrifier 2 (2022) as Victoria Heyes, and Demon Hole (2017) as Luce, respectively—being dubbed a modern day "scream queen."

In addition to acting, Scaffidi is known for directing the RAINN public service announcement Wait.[1]

Career[]

Independent films[]

Scaffidi began her career with a minor role as a waitress in the short film Uncomfortable Silence and Bea in Derailing (both in 2013). In 2015, she portrayed Georgette in the feature film Sam and Samantha in the short film Act, Naturally.[2] The same year, Scaffidi had a supporting role as Michelle in the independent comedy film The Networker.[3] The following year, she portrayed the lead character Luce in the comedy horror film Demon Hole which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and was picked up by SC Films and SP Releasing.[4][5] In 2018, Scaffidi had a supporting role as Alessandria in the feature length film Sarah Q.[6][7]

Terrifer franchise and impact[]

Scaffidi read the script for a film titled Terrifier written by the director Damien Leone and was initially reluctant to sign on to the project due to finding it "grotesque" and "horrifying"—but joined after a meeting with Leone. Scaffidi had to choose between the parts of Dawn and Victoria, choosing the latter as she related to the character more. Filming began in 2016, and Scaffidi describes filming it as a fun experience because she got to see how everything got put together and found Art the Clown actor David Howard Thornton to be very friendly on the set. During filming, Leone made it known to her that he intended to bring her back as Victoria in the follow-up film, Terrifier 2 (2022). She describes filming the sequel as a more enjoyable experience due to becoming familiar with the production crew (most of which were a part of the first film) and a better understanding of Victoria. Due to the Victoria character's disfigurement, Scaffidi had to wear extensive prosthetic makeup throughout filming parts 1 and 2. Terrifier went viral following its Netflix debut and has attracted a cult following, becoming Scaffidi's first role and project to obtain a growing fandom.[8]

Personal life[]

Scaffidi is primarily a Manhattan based actress. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Salve Regina University and a Certificate in Acting from the William Esper Studio.[9]

Filmography[]

Film[]

Year Title Role Notes
2013 Uncomfortable Silence The Waitress Short
2013 Derailing Bea Short
2015 The Networker Michelle
2015 Sam Georgette
2015 Act, Naturally Samantha Short
2016 Terrifier Victoria Heyes
2017 Demon Hole Luce
2017 American Fango Kathy
2018 Sarah Q Alessandria
2021 Terrifier 2 Victoria Heyes

References[]

  1. ^ Goldrich, Robert. "Samantha Scaffidi Directs RAINN PSA Designed To Increase Support For Abuse Victims". SHOOt Online. Retrieved 31 January 2020.
  2. ^ Gurian, Jeffrey. "John Gallagher's New Feature "Act, Naturally" Filming IN NYC". Comedy Matters TV. Retrieved 7 August 2019.
  3. ^ "John Gallagher's the Networker From Stanulis Productions and the Orchard". Market Watch. Retrieved 27 September 2019.
  4. ^ Miska, Brad (May 22, 2017). "SP Releasing Acquires 'Demon Hole' Out of Cannes". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved 13 August 2019.
  5. ^ Barton, Steve (May 22, 2017). "Stare into a Demon Hole at Cannes". Dread Central. Retrieved 13 August 2019.
  6. ^ McNary, Dave. "Film News Roundup: Burt Young-Sally Kirkland's 'Sarah Q' Wraps Production". Variety. Retrieved 30 July 2019.
  7. ^ Collinson, Gary. "Sopranos stars reunite for Sarah Q". Flickeringmyth. Retrieved 9 August 2019.
  8. ^ Ogirri, Joyce. "Actress + CT Native Samantha Scaffidi Talks "Terrifier" Movie and Film Production". wtnh.com. Retrieved 7 August 2019.
  9. ^ "Samantha Scaffidi". Backstage. Retrieved 7 August 2019.
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