There are so many amazing fans when it comes to the Hocus Pocus fandom and Kimmy Blankenburg is no exception!
From seeing the film three times on opening day, to meeting the cast and crew multiple times and even being included in the official Oral History of Hocus Pocus book (by the wonderful Shannon Carlin).
Kimmy is one of the biggest fans i've ever come across and so it only felt right to find out even more about her love for the film, memories surrounding it and what she would like to see in the upcoming third film.
From seeing the film three times on opening day, to meeting the cast and crew multiple times and even being included in the official Oral History of Hocus Pocus book (by the wonderful Shannon Carlin).
Kimmy is one of the biggest fans i've ever come across and so it only felt right to find out even more about her love for the film, memories surrounding it and what she would like to see in the upcoming third film.
Can you remember when you first ever watched Hocus Pocus?
I sure can! One of my greatest memories! We were on a family vacation and had rented a cottage on the lake for the week. It was an extremely stormy/wet day therefore we went to the local movie theater. It was July 16, 1993, opening day for Hocus Pocus!, (I was 10 years old) and my parents took me to see it! Well... I immediately fell in love with it and ended up seeing it 3 times back to back that day. And from that day on, I've been a die hard Hocus Pocus fanatic and collector ever since! :) Now that both of my parents have passed, this memory means more than ever before.
Who is your favourite Sanderson Sister and also your favourite non-Sanderson Sister and why?
Mary is my absolute fave. She's a hot damn mess and I adore her! :D I find her hilarious yet the one who keeps them a bit grounded and "focused" at times. She's soo great! Dani would be my favorite non-Sanderson sister. She's spicy and isn't afraid of anything. LOVE it!
You collect quite a lot of Hocus Pocus merchandise, do you have a particular favourite item?
I have a lot of pieces that I absolutely love and adore, however I have to say my custom-made spellbook that my dear friend made for me back in 2014 as a gift for my 10 year wedding anniversary is one of my most cherished items. It's made with actual latex and he did a custom drawing of the sisters in it. I also got it signed by many of the cast so it's close to my heart.
Is there a product you wish would be released?
Hmm.... That's a hard one. I would love to see action-figure-like figures of the whole cast done. I know there's been figures made but I'm thinking more of like the action-figure type ones. And of EVERYONE in the cast! That would be soo awesome. I would also love to see a Halloween Mask line done. That would be pretty neat!
You've been a fan for as long as you can remember, what would you say has been the best experience you've had around the films so far?
There have been quite a few notable memories that I cherish but I have to say one of my absolute favorites is when Kathy Najimy came to my home town (her husband is from here) and she hosted watching Hocus Pocus on the big screen at the Kodak Theatre!
My whole family went. My 2 little Nieces and I all dressed up as Mary and it was adorable. She first held a Meet and Greet where she was the absolute SWEETEST to my Nieces. She asked if she could speak to them privately and she told them they could be whatever they wanted in life and just seeing the magic in my Nieces eyes got me all emotional. We were then chosen as contestants for the Costume Contest! We got to walk the big stage and compete against many other amazing costumes... my Nieces were in awe!! Guess what... we WON!!! We couldn't believe it! Seeing the smiles on my Nieces faces was EVERYTHING! We all won signed Mary Funkos and the whole auditorium cheered for us with our family in the crowd. It was such a magical night!!
I sure can! One of my greatest memories! We were on a family vacation and had rented a cottage on the lake for the week. It was an extremely stormy/wet day therefore we went to the local movie theater. It was July 16, 1993, opening day for Hocus Pocus!, (I was 10 years old) and my parents took me to see it! Well... I immediately fell in love with it and ended up seeing it 3 times back to back that day. And from that day on, I've been a die hard Hocus Pocus fanatic and collector ever since! :) Now that both of my parents have passed, this memory means more than ever before.
Who is your favourite Sanderson Sister and also your favourite non-Sanderson Sister and why?
Mary is my absolute fave. She's a hot damn mess and I adore her! :D I find her hilarious yet the one who keeps them a bit grounded and "focused" at times. She's soo great! Dani would be my favorite non-Sanderson sister. She's spicy and isn't afraid of anything. LOVE it!
You collect quite a lot of Hocus Pocus merchandise, do you have a particular favourite item?
I have a lot of pieces that I absolutely love and adore, however I have to say my custom-made spellbook that my dear friend made for me back in 2014 as a gift for my 10 year wedding anniversary is one of my most cherished items. It's made with actual latex and he did a custom drawing of the sisters in it. I also got it signed by many of the cast so it's close to my heart.
Is there a product you wish would be released?
Hmm.... That's a hard one. I would love to see action-figure-like figures of the whole cast done. I know there's been figures made but I'm thinking more of like the action-figure type ones. And of EVERYONE in the cast! That would be soo awesome. I would also love to see a Halloween Mask line done. That would be pretty neat!
You've been a fan for as long as you can remember, what would you say has been the best experience you've had around the films so far?
There have been quite a few notable memories that I cherish but I have to say one of my absolute favorites is when Kathy Najimy came to my home town (her husband is from here) and she hosted watching Hocus Pocus on the big screen at the Kodak Theatre!
My whole family went. My 2 little Nieces and I all dressed up as Mary and it was adorable. She first held a Meet and Greet where she was the absolute SWEETEST to my Nieces. She asked if she could speak to them privately and she told them they could be whatever they wanted in life and just seeing the magic in my Nieces eyes got me all emotional. We were then chosen as contestants for the Costume Contest! We got to walk the big stage and compete against many other amazing costumes... my Nieces were in awe!! Guess what... we WON!!! We couldn't believe it! Seeing the smiles on my Nieces faces was EVERYTHING! We all won signed Mary Funkos and the whole auditorium cheered for us with our family in the crowd. It was such a magical night!!
If you could play any character from Hocus Pocus and its sequel, who would you be?
Truthfully, I would've loved to even be an extra in the film just to be a part of it! HAHAHA :D But if I had to pick one I'd say.... Mary. She is just hilarious and funny. The only problem would be, I can't get the mouth right lol :D.
Favourite line from the films?
Winifred: "Damn that boy, he's tricked us again!".... I have LOVED this line for as long as I can remember... it's soo damn funny and the way she says it gets me every time! :D
How excited are you for Hocus Pocus 3?
I'm always excited to see what they are going to do next with Hocus Pocus. Never in my wildest dreams did 10 year old Kimmy think she'd ever see a Hocus Pocus 2 happen, let alone a 3rd one. I'll admit, I didn't love the 2nd but I did enjoy it and am always so thankful whenever something new Hocus Pocus is happening. The first will always be my fave. It has soo many wonderful memories attached to it.
What would you like to see happen in the third film?
I'd truly love to see Allison and Max married with kiddos and Dani of course as the Aunt and in some way resurrect the witches. It would just be a fun, full-circle moment for sure!
Truthfully, I would've loved to even be an extra in the film just to be a part of it! HAHAHA :D But if I had to pick one I'd say.... Mary. She is just hilarious and funny. The only problem would be, I can't get the mouth right lol :D.
Favourite line from the films?
Winifred: "Damn that boy, he's tricked us again!".... I have LOVED this line for as long as I can remember... it's soo damn funny and the way she says it gets me every time! :D
How excited are you for Hocus Pocus 3?
I'm always excited to see what they are going to do next with Hocus Pocus. Never in my wildest dreams did 10 year old Kimmy think she'd ever see a Hocus Pocus 2 happen, let alone a 3rd one. I'll admit, I didn't love the 2nd but I did enjoy it and am always so thankful whenever something new Hocus Pocus is happening. The first will always be my fave. It has soo many wonderful memories attached to it.
What would you like to see happen in the third film?
I'd truly love to see Allison and Max married with kiddos and Dani of course as the Aunt and in some way resurrect the witches. It would just be a fun, full-circle moment for sure!
You work an awesome clothing company called Fright Rags, which has released multiple Hocus Pocus designs in the past, can you tell us a little bit about how these came about and can we expect to see any new releases in the future?
I have an incredible boss who knows my love, adoration, and obsession for Hocus Pocus... We had discussed some tee design ideas and he took a chance on releasing a Hocus Pocus design years ago and the response was incredible!! We have released quite a few since then and hopefully there will be more to come in the future! Our artists that brought these designs to life are absolutely incredible. I hope to maybe even get one of the designs tattooed on me someday! :)
I have an incredible boss who knows my love, adoration, and obsession for Hocus Pocus... We had discussed some tee design ideas and he took a chance on releasing a Hocus Pocus design years ago and the response was incredible!! We have released quite a few since then and hopefully there will be more to come in the future! Our artists that brought these designs to life are absolutely incredible. I hope to maybe even get one of the designs tattooed on me someday! :)
Favourite Halloween candy?
Ohhhh this is a hard one... I'd have to say either Twix or Kit Kat... but then again that could change tomorrow cause I love chocolate and candy! :D
Favourite Halloween movie that isn't Hocus Pocus?
Halloween 1078 and The Worst Witch 1986.
When does spooky season start for you?
It truly never stops for me. My home is like a year round Halloween museum and it's on my mind 24/7, 365 days a year. It definitely amps up when things start appearing in stores around June/July.
One thing you like to do every Halloween?
We have many family traditions when it comes to Halloween. One of my favorites is our Family Pumpkin Carving Night. The memories with my family is everything to me. I also take each of my Nieces and Nephew to pick out their Halloween costumes every year and it's soo much fun!
If you could create a spell to go into Booook, what would it be called and what would it do?
Ohhhhh this is a hard one.... I'd love to be able to resurrect a loved one, even if just for one night. Hmmmm... I'd have to think on a name lol.
Where can people find you?
On instagram as: @KimmyBlanksHocusPocusLife
Ohhhh this is a hard one... I'd have to say either Twix or Kit Kat... but then again that could change tomorrow cause I love chocolate and candy! :D
Favourite Halloween movie that isn't Hocus Pocus?
Halloween 1078 and The Worst Witch 1986.
When does spooky season start for you?
It truly never stops for me. My home is like a year round Halloween museum and it's on my mind 24/7, 365 days a year. It definitely amps up when things start appearing in stores around June/July.
One thing you like to do every Halloween?
We have many family traditions when it comes to Halloween. One of my favorites is our Family Pumpkin Carving Night. The memories with my family is everything to me. I also take each of my Nieces and Nephew to pick out their Halloween costumes every year and it's soo much fun!
If you could create a spell to go into Booook, what would it be called and what would it do?
Ohhhhh this is a hard one.... I'd love to be able to resurrect a loved one, even if just for one night. Hmmmm... I'd have to think on a name lol.
Where can people find you?
On instagram as: @KimmyBlanksHocusPocusLife
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