This week our patrons have voted for us to review The Invitation (2015). We unravel its depiction of anxiety, analyze the relationships among its characters, and discuss the effectiveness of its conclusion. This episode contains spoilers, starting at 30:12. Support the Show - Patreon & Merchandise We've launched our Patreon…
This week we're diving into the depths of religious horror with The Nun (2018). We dissect the power of Valak’s presence, scrutinize the execution of its gore, and delve into its ties within the wider Conjuring cinematic universe. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 32:50. Join the Community We're building…
This week we’re setting sail with The Last Voyage of the Demeter (2023). We dive into its fidelity compared to the chapter it's drawn from, evaluate the allure of the main antagonist’s on-screen appearance, and break down the complex relationships among the Demeter’s crew. In this episode's b-side, we ponder…
This week Ryan returns to join us as we unpack Prey (2022). We announce our 2023 Spooky Preseason contest, scrutinize the films merit as a prequel, dissect the evolution of its leading lady, and explore its connections to the broader franchise. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 39:50. Join the…
This week we’re journeying back to the cinema to break down the freshly premiered Talk to Me (2023). We announce our annual Spooky Preseason challenge, explore the inventiveness in its storytelling, gauge the caliber of its chills, and debate the appeal of its characters. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at…
This week we're sifting through the depraved depths of The Devil's Rejects (2008). We unravel its disturbing ferocity, gauge the heightened performances from the infamous Firefly Family, and grapple with the justification of a particularly brutal scene. In this episode's b-side, we muse over what our criminal monikers might be,…
This week our patrons have voted for us to revisit The Collector (2009). We unravel the genesis of its storyline, scrutinize the complexity of its snares, and debate the appeal of its main character. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 28:05. Support the Show - Patreon & Merchandise We've launched…
This week the patrons have elected for us to delve into the eerie fog of The Others (2001). We evaluate the caliber of Nicole Kidman's portrayal, unravel the magnitude of the film's unexpected turn, and dissect the effectiveness of its final act. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 24:21. Support…
This week we're diving into the deep end with Jaws: The Revenge (1987). We dissect the reimagined Brody family history, scrutinize the shark’s peculiar vengeful streak, and put the acting performances under our critical lens. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 17:05. Join the Community We're building a community where…
This week we're delving into psychological horror as we dissect What Keeps You Alive (2018). We unpack the complexities of its lead roles, challenge the potency of its plot twist, and critically examine the storytelling. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 25:40. Join the Community We're building a community where…
This week we head back to the shadows of the theater to check out The Boogeyman (2023). We evaluate the eeriness of the creature design, interpret the emotional depth embedded in the narrative, and discuss its differences with Stephen King's original short story. In this episode’s b-side, we confess our…
This week we’re exploring the discomfort of Amityville II: The Possession (1982). We delve into its stark contrast with the original film, unpack the dynamics of its central family, and assess the effectiveness of its special effects. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 32:01. Join the Community We're building a…
This week we're confronting the harrowing narrative of The Taking of Deborah Logan (2014). We dive into its gut-wrenching portrayal of Alzheimer's, share personal connections to the film's themes, and dissect its masterful use of found footage horror. This episode contains spoilers, starting at 40:47. Support the Show - Patreon…
This week we’re unpacking Fresh (2022). We assess Sebastian Stan’s performance, debate the quality of the film’s ending, and appreciate the film’s real heroes. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 26:05. Join the Community We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and…
This week we're stepping into the ring with wrestling horror in See No Evil (2006). We dissect the film's WWE promotional tactics, evaluate its character decisions, and scrutinize Kane's acting prowess. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 26:38. Join the Community We're building a community where our listeners and horror…
This week we're breaking down Terrifier 2 (2022), the film that had moviegoers vomiting and leaving theaters during its theatrical run in October. We're unpacking the evolution of Art the Clown, assessing Sienna's strength as a final girl, and comparing the intensity of its gore to its 2016 predecessor. This…
This week we're breaking down our patron's monthly choice: The Taking of Deborah Logan (2014). We're assessing the film's atmosphere, analyzing its use of found footage, and examining the performances of the cast. We'll also be announcing a contest for our listeners!
This week we’re in for another creature feature as we check out Piranha (1978). We assess the quality of its effects, question the likability of its main characters, and unpack the intensity of its third act. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 21:06. Join the Community We're building a community…
This week we head back to the theater to check out Renfield (2023). We break down Dracula and Renfield’s chemistry, unpack the campy gore, and assess the quality of its modern approach to a classic tale. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 26:55. Join the Community We're building a community…
This week we’re heading back to the theater to check out Evil Dead Rise (2023). We climb back inside the world of deadites, reflect on the film’s depiction of brutality, and explore the franchise’s transition from the malevolent woods into the big city. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 22:43.…
This week we face our trauma by checking out Smile (2022). We dissect its similarities with past psychological horror films, unpack the nuance of its cinematography, and debate the quality of its ending. **This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 28:10.** Join the Community We're building a community where our listeners…
This week our patrons have voted for us to review Braid (2018). We explore its twisted storytelling, unpack the theme of its color treatment, and ponder the power dynamics in its relationships. This episode contains spoilers, starting at 25:17. Support the Show - Patreon & Merchandise We've launched our Patreon…
This week we travel back more than 100 years in cinema history by checking out The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1921). We examine the film’s impact on modern cinema, unpack the structure of its storytelling, and consider the deeper subtext behind its characters. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 34:04.…
This week we head to the theater to check out Scream VI (2023). We unpack the franchise’s relocation to New York, examine its parallels with its predecessors, and assess the quality of its tension. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 32:40. Join the Community We're building a community where our…