Something diabolical is taking place on the set of "The Task" a new reality show in which players complete terrifying missions within the confines of an abandoned prison hoping to win a hefty cash prize. As six young students explore their new environment, malicious spirits make their presence known in the most gruesome ways imaginable, Unable to escape the labyrinthine prison, the contestants become unwitting pawns caught at the centre of a blood-soaked night of terror.

We caught up with actor, Texas Battle, to talk about The Task.

Horror News Network: How did you land a role in The Task?

Texas Battle: I landed the role in "The Task" by getting a call from the casting director Mark Teschner to come in and audition for another movie.. After I read for that film, which I wasn't quite right for, I get a call from "Mark Teschner" in casting again that the producers wanted me for another movie called "The Task." I read the script, and liked what I read, then had my Agent/Manager call back to say that I responded to the script.  The next day, they ended up offering me the role of "Dixon".

Horror News Network: What was it about The Task that you found intriguing?

Texas Battle: What I found intriging about the script "The Task" is that it's a movie inside a movie.  With its standard way of shooting combined with its Reality style shooting, it's one of those movies that you can't wait to see.

Horror News Network: Can you tell us a bit about your character, Dixon?

Texas Battle: My character "Dixon" is from New York and is basically a guy that doesn't take "NO" for an answer!! He believes in "Do whatever it takes to WIN... The only person he trusts is himself!! A strong leader of the pack!!

Horror News Network: Television is filled with reality type programming. Did you have to watch any certain programs to prepare for this role?

Texas Battle: I didnt have to prepare for this film by watching any reality shows. I actually responded to the character of "Dixon" because I could bring  a bit of Texas Battle into the role.

Horror News Network: How long were you on set filming?

Texas Battle: I was on set filming for about three weeks in Sofia, Bulgaria.  My first time in Eastern Germany.  It was very different.

Horror News Network: Can you tell us a bit about the filming location? Was it as creepy as it looks?

Texas Battle: The solitary confinement scene that we shot at the abandoned jail, I would say was a bit creepy. It was definitely an experience that I will never forget!! We actually shot that scene in an actual real life solitary compartment, which they locked me in for real! It was cool but a real scary moment as well.

Horror News Network: Thank you for your time, Texas. Best of luck with The Task! Comment on this interview on our forum.