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Movie reviewers Chris Ward and Myron Schmidt hook up across the Atlantic to discuss cult, horror, action and exploitation films.

Chris Ward & Myron Schmidt


    • Oct 22, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 1h 37m AVG DURATION
    • 126 EPISODES


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    Show #42: Franchise Catch Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2023 59:16


    In a shocking turn of events, the chaps return in their second show of the year and set about catching up on some of the franchise entries they missed during their hiatus, namely Wrong Turn, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Hellraiser and Halloween Ends. Expect spoilers, some very harsh language and the usual silliness.

    Show #41: Creepshow TV Series/King On Screen

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2023 77:17


    Here it is, folks. The long-awaited return of the chaps after a two-year hiatus and time has not softened them one bit. On this show Chris and Myron take a look at the first three seasons of the Creepshow TV series and also review the King on Screen documentary. Expect the usual spoilers and harsh language.

    Show #40: Catch Up/Friend of the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 58:40


    The chaps are back in town! Well, they're back behind their microphones after a lengthy hiatus where they discuss a few movies that were shown at this year's FrightFest, they brainstorm a found-footage serial killer idea, review indie arthouse movie Friend of the World and lay down their plans for the future of the show. There is plenty of laughter and merriment as Chris and Myron hook up again after a few months away so strap in, don't mind the foul and disgusting language, and please accept our apologies for some of the intermittent sound issues. At least they're still as shambolic as ever...

    Show #39: Franchise Catch Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 107:26


    A little later than planned, the chaps catch up with a few of the latest instalments from horror franchises they have already covered, including the world exclusive first coverage of what Myron thinks of Halloween 2018. Get ready for spoilers, bad language and Chris's attempt at an Irish accent.

    Show #38: Fulci's Gates of Hell Trilogy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 90:23


    The chaps are back after their summer break to have a look at Lucio Fulci's bonkers 'Gates of Hell' trilogy as well as Chris going off on a rant about David Lynch fandom and Myron compares Fulci to Fleming (sort of). Expect lots of whimsy, rude words and some spoilers.

    Show #37: Final Destination Franchise

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 92:03


    The chaps take on Death itself as they take a look at the Final Destination franchise thanks to a poll on the Facebook page. Expect lots of silliness, swearing and more than a few spoilers.

    Show #36: The Evil Dead Franchise

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 106:59


    The chaps venture into the woods to open the Necronomicon and summon forth the Deadites to possess their souls... but even demons have limits! Yes, the listeners have spoken and the chaps tackle the iconic The Evil Dead franchise. Expect spoilers, drivel and coarse language.

    Show #35: Rob Zombie's Firefly Trilogy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 103:57


    The chaps take a long-awaited trip to the backwoods to experience the murder ride of Rob Zombie's 'Firefly Trilogy', along with a few diet tips, a discussion about architecture and Chris's idea for Richard Brake's next career move. Expect spoilers, swearing and total nonsense as usual.

    Show #34: Friday the 13th Franchise - Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 119:30


    It has taken two long years but the chaps are finally at the end of their Friday the 13th retrospective as they take a look at the final four movies in the franchise, along with Chris's impression of Boris Johnson, Myron's mystery banging and all the usual fun and frolics. Expect spoilers, rude words and a total lack of control.

    Show #33: Catch Up/Doctor Sleep

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 89:22


    ALL HAIL THE RETURN OF THE KINGS! As the planet descends into chaos thanks to a virus the chaps return to the podcasting world after a long hiatus to hopefully add some fun and frolics to your self isolation. As well as catching up on a few titles from the past few months the guys discuss who should play Freddy Krueger in a potential Elm Street reboot, their favourite Stephen King adaptations and just why the hell does Myron like found footage so much. As well as that they also review Mike Flanagan's Doctor Sleep, so hang on to your hats as it could get sweary.

    Bonus Show #2: Halloween (2018)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 45:14


    After a lengthy break Chris returns to the mic with special guest Gore Blimey from the Trilogy of Terror podcast to discuss the latest movie in the Halloween franchise. Contains huge spoilers and a couple of probably unnecessary expletives.

    Show #32: Friday the 13th Franchise - Part 2/Day of the Dead: Bloodline

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 120:43


    After a spell away the chaps return to Camp Crystal Lake for part two of their Friday the 13th retrospective, looking at the much-maligned part five through to the equally maligned part eight, plus a review of Day of the Dead: Bloodline. Expect swearing and stupidity.

    Show #31: Catch Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 96:42


    After a lengthy and unplanned hiatus the chaps return to the mic and catch up on what they've been watching for the past three months, give their top five releases of 2017 and discover that Myron cannot pronounce Udo Kier's name and Chris is not actually Aquaman. Contains some naughty words and possible spoilers.

    Show #30: Friday the 13th Franchise - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 111:31


    On their two-year anniversary the chaps finally give in and tackle the daddy of all slasher franchises, Friday the 13th, with a look at the first four movies in the series. Expect spoilers, Myron pronouncing living actors as dead and a whole host of buffoonery.

    Show #29: Wrong Turn Franchise

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 105:01


    The chaps venture into the backwoods of West Virginia (or somewhere that looks like it) as they go head-to-head with Three Finger and his clan with a look at the Wrong Turn franchise. Expect spoilers, bad language and much merriment as the thought of a hillbilly fertility ritual almost gets too much for Myron.

    Show #28: Romero Zombie Remakes + George A. Romero Tribute

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 115:27


    A celebration tinged with sadness as by the time the chaps got to the third part of their George A. Romero zombie retrospective the great man passed away, so as well as taking a look at the three most notable remakes of Romero's zombie movies Chris and Myron give a little tribute to the legendary filmmaker. Expect the usual bumflufferies such as spoilers, harsh language and an unfortunate audio issue that makes the chaps stutter.

    Show #27: Romero Dead: Part 2 - The Second Trilogy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 102:04


    Part two of the George A. Romero ...Dead retrospective sees the chaps dissect the less popular second trilogy of zombie gut-munchers from the legendary director, namely Land of the Dead, Diary of the Dead and Survival of the Dead. Expect spoilers, Myron's silly voice and the usual tomfoolery.

    Show #26: Romero Dead: Part 1 - The Original Trilogy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 99:13


    After a short break the chaps return with the first of three shows dedicated to the zombie movies of George A. Romero, with this one looking at his original groundbreaking trilogy of Night of the Living Dead, Dawn of the Dead and Day of the Dead. Expect spoilers, swearing and the usual gibberish.

    Show #25: The Human Centipede Trilogy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 123:17


    The chaps are joined by Trilogy of Terror Podcast host Gore Blimey as they dissect and discuss the controversial Human Centipede trilogy of movies. Expect spoilers, bad language and a rather large dollop of innuendo.

    Show #24: A Nightmare on Elm Street Franchise - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 121:38


    Chris and Myron return to Springwood armed with nothing but harsh language as they finish off their look at the A Nightmare on Elm Street series. Contains spoilers, the language of the guttersnipe and a couple of bloopers.

    Show #23: A Nightmare on Elm Street Franchise - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 144:26


    Time to tackle one of the big boys of horror as the chaps take a trip to Springwood and dissect the first four movies in the A Nightmare On Elm Street series. Contains a few spoilers and many an expletive.

    Show #22: Pumpkinhead Franchise/The Wailing

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 104:36


    On their first show of 2017 the chaps dissect the patchy Pumpkinhead series, review Asian horror epic The Wailing and generally act like a pair of buffoons, just for a change. Contains spoilers and cursing.

    Show #21: Favourite Films of 2016

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 70:53


    In the final show of the year, Chris and Myron run through their favourite movie releases of the year and discuss what they're looking forward to in 2017. Contains a few rude words but not as many as usual.

    Show #20: Paranormal Activity Franchise

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 92:15


    On their 20th show the boys do the show that Chris didn't want to do as Myron tries sell the idea of Paranormal Activity and found footage movies in general to a very sweary Horrorsmith. Strap in, folks, as this gets bumpy. Expect spoilers and the harshest language you've heard so far.

    Bonus Show #1: The Killing of America

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 39:34


    In this bonus mini episode Chris and Myron give their thoughts on controversial documentary The Killing of America, recently released on Blu-ray in the UK by Severin Films. Contains lots of swearing.

    Show #19: Halloween Franchise - Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 105:15


    One more trip to Haddonfield is in order so Chris and Myron can wrap up their look at the Halloween franchise and maybe even disagree on a few things. Contains spoilers and colourful language.

    Show #18: Halloween Franchise - Part 2/Slugs

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 86:21


    Chris and Myron return to Haddonfield to take a look at what is referred to as the Jamie Lloyd Trilogy of Halloween movies, along with review of Arrow Video's Slugs Blu-ray. Contains spoilers and very nearly a 'c' word (but not quite).

    Show #17: Halloween Franchise - Part 1/Dead-End Drive-In

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 111:01


    You voted and here it is. After the listener's Twitter poll results came flooding in the chaps return with a look at the first three films in the Halloween series, along with a review of Arrow Video's Dead-End Drive-In Blu-ray. Contains spoilers of old films and evil curse words.

    Show #16: Psycho Franchise/Microwave Massacre

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 118:54


    Chris and Myron return from their summer break spent at the Bates Motel trying to avoid Norman Bates and his 'mother' whilst casting an eye over the Psycho franchise. They also found time to have a look at Arrow Video's new Microwave Massacre Blu-ray. Contains spoilers and sheer filth.

    Show #15: Jaws Franchise/The Witch

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 104:49


    Just when you thought it was safe to listen to podcasts, Chris and Myron dredge the depths of the Jaws franchise and also review recent folk horror hit The Witch. Contains multiple uses of foul language and spoilers.

    Show #14: Original vs. Remake - The Amityville Horror

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 82:48


    A trip to Long Island, NY, is in order as Chris and Myron take a look at 1979's The Amityville Horror and square it up to the 2005 Platinum Dunes remake. Gets explosive at times and spoilers aplenty.

    Show #13: Leprechaun Franchise - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 73:55


    The luck of the Irish is required when Chris and Myron finish up their look at the Leprechaun series and discuss a few films they've watched since the last show. Contains the usual filth and nonsense.

    Show #12: Leprechaun Franchise/Horror Express

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 71:09


    Chris and Myron give in to listener requests and take a look at the first four films in the Leprechaun series, with a few tangents along the way and a random review of 1972's Horror Express. Expect the usual filthy language and spoilers.

    Show #11: The Exorcist Franchise/Black Mama, White Mama

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 99:34


    The power of two buffoons compels you as Chris and Myron venture into the murky world of The Exorcist and all of its sequels and prequels, plus a review of Arrow Video's Black Mama, White Mama Blu-ray. All the usual warnings apply.

    Show #10: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Franchise - Part 2/The Witch Who Came From the Sea/The Premonition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 113:43


    Chris and Myron venture back into Texas with a look at the 2003 Texas Chainsaw Massacre remake, the 2006 prequel and the 2013 Texas Chainsaw 3D, plus Blu-ray reviews of The Witch Who Came From the Sea and The Premonition. Expect the usual spoilers and rudeness.

    Show #9: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Franchise - Part 1/Malatesta's Carnival of Blood

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 107:01


    Chris and Myron venture into the backwoods of Texas to share some barbecue with Leatherface and family as the pair take a look at the first four films in the Texas Chainsaw Massacre series and also review Malatesta's Carnival of Blood from Arrow Video. Spoilers and the usual filth ensue.

    Show #8: Original vs. Remake - Martyrs/Sheba, Baby

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 97:45


    Chris and Myron take a look at the 2008 French horror masterpiece Martyrs and also the 2016 American remake, plus the duo also review Arrow Video's Blu-ray release of the Pam Grier blaxploitation fun-fest Sheba, Baby. Expect lots of spoilers and some very crude language.

    Show #7: Hammer Films' Dracula Series - Part 2/The Mutilator

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 96:40


    Chris and Myron conclude their look at the Hammer Dracula franchise with the final four films in the series plus they take a look at the brand new Arrow Video Blu-ray of The Mutilator, along with all the usual shambolic nonsense. Spoilers and filthy language aplenty.

    Show #6: Hammer Films' Dracula Series - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 99:40


    After a lengthy break Chris and Myron return to open up the vaults of Hammer Films and take a trawl through their Dracula movies, looking at the first five in the series. All the usual bumflufferies, spoilers and quite a few f-bombs get thrown about so be warned.

    Show #5: The Omen Franchise

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 101:04


    On this show Chris and Myron return to the franchise talk with a discussion on The Omen movie series, plus a quick chat about Spectre and all the usual tangents. Contains spoilers and foul language that would make the baby Jesus cry.

    Show #4: Original vs. Remake - Fright Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 92:10


    Chris and Myron compare 1985's vampire hit Fright Night to the 2011 remake along with the usual nonsense and tangents, including Chris calling Myron out on his 5 star review of Argento's Dracula, plus a new feature called The Good, The Bad & the Ugly - whatever could that mean?. Contains spoilers and foul language.

    Show #3: Hellraiser 5-9

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 75:53


    Chris and Myron conclude their look at the Hellraiser franchise with the much-maligned straight-to-DVD sequels Inferno, Hellseeker, Deader, Hellworld and Revelations, plus the usual tangents such as Chris' suggestion for a Rob Zombie remake. Contains spoilers and swearing.

    Show #2: Hellraiser 1-4

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 128:03


    On the second Ancient Slumber Podcast Chris and Myron delve into the first four films in the Hellraiser franchise, with a few tangents along the way such as Chris' suggestion for who should be the next James Bond and Myron discovering that Hellraiser III was filmed about five minutes from his house. Contains spoilers and a few rude words.

    Show #1: Demons/Demons 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 63:53


    On the very first Ancient Slumber Podcast Chris and Myron discuss Lamberto Bava's gonzoid classic Demons and its gloopy follow-up Demons 2, plus a few tangents here and there. BE WARNED - this was really a test show to see how we got on and is very rough around the edges but we thought the discussion was good so we wanted to put it out. It was also recorded a while back and there are some time sensitive things mentioned which may not make sense now. Contains spoilers and Chris' filthy potty mouth.

    Ancient Slumber Podcast Show #40: Catch-Up & Friend of the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2021 58:40


    The chaps are back in town! Well, they're back behind their microphones after a lengthy hiatus where they discuss a few movies that were shown at this year's FrightFest, the brainstorm a found-footage serial killer idea, review indie arthouse movie Friend of the World and lay down their plans for the future of the show. There is plenty of laughter and merriment as Chris and Myron hook up again after a few months away so strap in, don't mind the foul and disgusting language, and please accept our apologies for some of the intermittent sound issues. At least they're still as shambolic as ever...Song played before the main theme tune is 'I Am Fire' by Beautiful Freakin' Weirdo, used by kind permission so stop whining about it, YouTube.

    Ancient Slumber Podcast Show #39: Franchise Catch-up

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2020 107:27


    A little later than planned, the chaps catch up with a few of the latest instalments from horror franchises they have already covered, including the world exclusive first coverage of what Myron thinks of Halloween 2018. Get ready for spoilers, bad language and Chris's attempt at an Irish accent.Movies Discussed:Leatherface (2017) Chris - 2/Myron - 1Leprechaun Returns (2018) Chris - 4/Myron - 3.5Hellraiser: Judgment (2018) Chris - 2.5/Myron - 3Halloween (20189) Chris - 2.5/Myron - 2.5The Good, The Bad & The UglyThe GoodChris - Tremors: Shrieker Island (2020)Myron - Fantasy Island (2020)The BadChris - Jesus Shows You the Way to the Highway (2019)Myron - Rabbit (2017)The UglyChris - Escape Plan 3 (2019)Myron - Verotika (2019)

    Ancient Slumber Podcast Show #38: Fulci's Gates of Hell Trilogy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 90:23


    The chaps are back after their summer break to have a look at Lucio Fulci's bonkers Gates of Hell trilogy as well as Chris going off on a rant about David Lynch fandom and Myron compares Fulci to Fleming (sort of). Expect lots of whimsy, rude words and some spoilers.Movies Discussed:City of the Living Dead (1980) Chris - 4/Myron - 4The Beyond (1981) Chris - 4.5/Myron -4The House By the Cemetery (1981) Chris - 4/Myron - 4.5The Good, The Bad & The UglyThe GoodChris - Beetlejuice (1988)Myron - Color Out of Space (2019)The BadChris - I Spit on Your Grave: Deja Vu (2019)Myron - The Babysitter: Killer Queen (2020)The UglyChris - Darlin' (2019)Myron - 30 Miles From Nowhere (2018)

    Ancient Slumber Podcast Show #38: Fulci's Gates of Hell Trilogy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 90:23


    The chaps are back after their summer break to have a look at Lucio Fulci's bonkers Gates of Hell trilogy as well as Chris going off on a rant about David Lynch fandom and Myron compares Fulci to Fleming (sort of). Expect lots of whimsy, rude words and some spoilers.Movies Discussed:City of the Living Dead (1980) Chris - 4/Myron - 4The Beyond (1981) Chris - 4.5/Myron -4The House By the Cemetery (1981) Chris - 4/Myron - 4.5The Good, The Bad & The UglyThe GoodChris - Beetlejuice (1988)Myron - Color Out of Space (2019)The BadChris - I Spit on Your Grave: Deja Vu (2019)Myron - The Babysitter: Killer Queen (2020)The UglyChris - Darlin' (2019)Myron - 30 Miles From Nowhere (2018)

    Ancient Slumber Podcast Show #37: Final Destination Franchise

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 92:04


    The chaps take on Death itself as they take a look at the Final Destination franchise thanks to a poll on the Facebook page. Expect lots of silliness, swearing and more than a few spoilers.

    Ancient Slumber Podcast Show #37: Final Destination Franchise

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 92:04


    The chaps take on Death itself as they take a look at the Final Destination franchise thanks to a poll on the Facebook page. Expect lots of silliness, swearing and more than a few spoilers.Movies Discussed:Final Destination (2000) Chris - 4/Myron - 3.5Final Destination 2 (2003) Chris - 4.5/Myron -4Final Destination 3 (2006) Chris - 3/Myron - 3The Final Destination (2009) Chris - 2/Myron - 2.5Final Destination 5 (2011) Chris - 3/Myron - 2.5The Good, The Bad & The UglyThe GoodChris - The Invisible Man (2020)Myron - Parasite (2019)The BadChris - Echoes of Fear (2018)Myron - Wounds (2019)The UglyChris - The Cabin in the Woods (2011)Myron - Crawl (2019)

    Ancient Slumber Podcast Show #36: The Evil Dead Franchise

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 106:59


    The chaps venture into the woods to open the Necronomicon and summon forth the Deadites to possess their souls... but even demons have limits! Yes, the listeners have spoken and the chaps tackle the iconic The Evil Dead franchise. Expect spoilers, drivel and coarse language.Movies Discussed:The Evil Dead (1981) Chris - 5/Myron - 4Evil Dead II (1987) Chris - 4.5/Myron -3Army of Darkness (1992) Chris - 4/Myron - 2.5Evil Dead (2013) Chris - 4/Myron - 3.5The Good, The Bad & The UglyThe GoodChris - The Woman (2011)Myron - Devil (2010)The BadChris - Cabin Fever (2016)Myron - The Alchemist Cookbook (2016)The UglyChris - Tonight She Comes (2016)Myron - Strawberry Estates (1997)

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