Dead Ringers

On this very special Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, Paul Farrell, and Philip Yount to discuss (the first half of) their favorite horror movies of 2023. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode:  

Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele and Paul Farrell to discuss William Friedkin's THE EXORCIST (1973) and Banjong Pisanthanakun's THE MEDIUM (2021). The crew digs into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before enlisting the aid of a spiritual warrior to fight against the forces of evil possessing their daughters. Other movies discussed on this episode: NIGHT OF THE DEMONS (1988), THE UNBINDING (2023), NIGHT OF THE COMET (1984), NIGHT OF THE CREEPS (1986), I MARRIED A WITCH (1942), CAT PEOPLE (1942), THE CURSE OF THE CAT PEOPLE (1944), CAT PEOPLE (1982), FANTASY ISLAND (2020), A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (1984), JENNIFER'S BODY (2009), THE POPE'S EXORCIST (2023). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: ‘The Halloween Tree' 30th Anniversary Retrospective – An Essential Celebration of the Holiday by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) David Kirschner Reflects on Ray Bradbury and ‘The Halloween Tree' 30 Years Later [Interview] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘Halloween H20' 25 Years Later: Why the 1998 Film Remains One of the All-Time Great Legacy Sequels by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘WNUF Halloween Special': Celebrating 10 Years of Pure Halloween Nostalgia by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘The Girl Who Cried Monster' – Revisiting the ‘Goosebumps' Book and Its Standout TV Adaptation by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘A Night in Terror Tower' – Revisiting the ‘Goosebumps' Book and Its TV Adaptation by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘Attack of the Jack-O'-Lanterns' – Revisiting the ‘Goosebumps' Halloween Book and Its TV Adaptation by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘The Reptile' – One of Hammer's Best Original Horror Movies [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting)

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Emily von Seele to talk about the movies they saw during the second half of Fantastic Fest 2023. Movies discussed on this episode: #MANHOLE (2023), STRANGE DARLING (2023), YOU'RE NOT ME (2023), PROPERTY (2023), THE INVISIBLE FIGHT (2023), THE CREATOR (2023), BLONDE DEATH (1984), WE ARE ZOMBIES (2023), SAW X (2023), WAKE UP (2023), SUITABLE FLESH (2023), TOTALLY KILLER (2023), ONE-PERCENTER (2023). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: [Fantastic Fest 2023] Review Round-Up: SPOOKTACULAR, THE WAIT, WHERE THE DEVIL ROAMS, PET SEMATARY: BLOODLINES by Paul Farrell (Dead Ringers) [Fantastic Fest 2023] Review Round-Up: FALLING STARS, STRANGE DARLING, YOU'RE NOT ME by Paul Farrell (Dead Ringers) [Fantastic Fest 2023] Review Round-Up: WHEN EVIL LURKS, CRUMB CATCHER, RIVER, PROPERTY by Paul Farrell (Dead Ringers) [Fantastic Fest 2023] Review Round-Up: THERE'S SOMETHING IN THE BARN, THE COFFEE TABLE, SO UNREAL, DOOR (1988) by Paul Farrell (Dead Ringers) [Fantastic Fest 2023] Review Round-Up: THE UNCLE, BARK, WHAT YOU WISH FOR, RAGE, COBWEB by Paul Farrell (Dead Ringers) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review: V/H/S/85 is an Exceptionally Strong Entry in the Beloved Anthology Series by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review: FALLING STARS is a Folk Horror Tale with a Fascinating Mythology by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review: THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER Mixes Poe's Stories to Create a Creepy and Compelling New Tale by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review: PET SEMATARY: BLOODLINES Takes Interesting Turns, but Never Quite Reaches the Level of Its Predecessors by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review: SPOOKTACULAR! is a Charming Documentary on the Groundbreaking SPOOKY WORLD Annual Event by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review: Jenn Wexler Conjures Something Amazing with THE SACRIFICE GAME by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review Round-Up: Holiday Horror Edition with THE UNCLE, YOU ARE NOT ME, THERE'S SOMETHING IN THE BARN by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review: TOTALLY KILLER is a High-Energy Horror-Comedy with a Heart by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantasia Film Festival 2023 Review: WHERE THE DEVIL ROAMS is a Hypnotic Journey Into the Unknown by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead)

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Paul Farrell, and Emily von Seele to talk about the movies they saw during the first half of Fantastic Fest 2023. Movies discussed on this episode: THE TOXIC AVENGER (2023), SLEEP (2023), TIGER STRIPES (2023), THE ORIGIN (2023), WHEN EVIL LURKS (2023), SCALA (2023), WHERE THE DEVIL ROAMS (2023), THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER (2023), RAGE (2023), V/H/S/85 (2023), THE LAST VIDEO STORE (2023), SRI ASIH: THE WARRIOR (2023), SPOOKTACULAR! (2023), THE UNCLE (2023), PET SEMATARY: BLOODLINES (2023), THE SACRIFICE GAME (2023), FALLING STARS (2023), 100 YARDS (2023), THE STRANGLER (1970), SUBURBAN TALE (2023), STOPMOTION (2023), BLOOD DINER (1987), KILL (2023), THE WAIT (2023), CRUMB CATCHER (2023), THE COFFEE TABLE (2023), RIVER (2023), SO UNREAL (2023). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: [Fantastic Fest 2023] Review Round-Up: SPOOKTACULAR, THE WAIT, WHERE THE DEVIL ROAMS, PET SEMATARY: BLOODLINES by Paul Farrell (Dead Ringers) [Fantastic Fest 2023] Review Round-Up: FALLING STARS, STRANGE DARLING, YOU'RE NOT ME by Paul Farrell (Dead Ringers) [Fantastic Fest 2023] Review Round-Up: WHEN EVIL LURKS, CRUMB CATCHER, RIVER, PROPERTY by Paul Farrell (Dead Ringers) [Fantastic Fest 2023] Review Round-Up: THERE'S SOMETHING IN THE BARN, THE COFFEE TABLE, SO UNREAL, DOOR (1988) by Paul Farrell (Dead Ringers) [Fantastic Fest 2023] Review Round-Up: THE UNCLE, BARK, WHAT YOU WISH FOR, RAGE, COBWEB by Paul Farrell (Dead Ringers) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review: V/H/S/85 is an Exceptionally Strong Entry in the Beloved Anthology Series by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review: FALLING STARS is a Folk Horror Tale with a Fascinating Mythology by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review: THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER Mixes Poe's Stories to Create a Creepy and Compelling New Tale by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review: PET SEMATARY: BLOODLINES Takes Interesting Turns, but Never Quite Reaches the Level of Its Predecessors by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review: SPOOKTACULAR! is a Charming Documentary on the Groundbreaking SPOOKY WORLD Annual Event by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review: Jenn Wexler Conjures Something Amazing with THE SACRIFICE GAME by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review Round-Up: Holiday Horror Edition with THE UNCLE, YOU ARE NOT ME, THERE'S SOMETHING IN THE BARN by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2023 Review: TOTALLY KILLER is a High-Energy Horror-Comedy with a Heart by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantasia Film Festival 2023 Review: WHERE THE DEVIL ROAMS is a Hypnotic Journey Into the Unknown by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) ‘The Reptile' – One of Hammer's Best Original Horror Movies [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘A Night in Terror Tower' – Revisiting the ‘Goosebumps' Book and Its TV Adaptation by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting)

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Ben McBride — as well as special guest Jason "Jinx" Jenkins from Scream Addicts and Bloody Disgusting — to discuss their admiration for the Saw franchise, its endearingly convoluted plot, and all of the best death traps. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode:

Nolan is joined by Kat McBride and Emily von Seele — as well as special guest Ari Drew from Bloody Disgusting — to discuss Zachary Donohue's THE DEN (2014) and Stephen Susco's UNFRIENDED: DARK WEB (2018). The crew catches up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before joining a virtual hangout to explore the dark corners of the internet together and see what mysteries they can uncover. Other movies discussed on this episode: HOLLYWOOD DREAMS & NIGHTMARES: THE ROBERT ENGLUND STORY (2023), THE LAST VOYAGE OF THE DEMETER (2023), THE SENDER (1982), TALK TO ME (2023), UNWELCOME (2023), NIGHT'S END (2022). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: ‘The Den' Director Zachary Donohue on New Audio Thriller “Uncomfortably Numb” and ‘The Den' Sequel [Interview] by Ari Drew (Bloody Disgusting)

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Kat McBride, Emily von Seele, and Paul Farrell to celebrate Kat's recent milestone birthday with a very special marathon programmed by the birthday girl herself. Movies discussed on this episode: KWAIDAN (1964), EX MACHINA (2015), IN FABRIC (2019), COHERENCE (2014). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Fantasia Film Festival 2023 Review: WHERE THE DEVIL ROAMS is a Hypnotic Journey Into the Unknown by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantasia Film Festival 2023: LOVELY, DARK, AND DEEP Flirts with the Weird and Unknown by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantasia Film Festival 2023: Larry Fessenden's BLACKOUT is a Treat for Werewolf Fans Everywhere by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead)

Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, and Paul Farrell to discuss Douglas Cheek's C.H.U.D. (1984) and Bong Joon-ho's THE HOST (2006). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before facing off against the mutated spawn of toxic waste and the U.S. government's lack of regard for human life. Other movies discussed on this episode: INSIDIOUS: THE RED DOOR (2023), BLACKOUT (2023), DAY OF THE DEAD (1985), BATMAN VS. TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (2019), TURTLE POWER: THE DEFINITIVE HISTORY OF THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (2014), SLEEPAWAY CAMP III: TEENAGE WASTELAND (1989), SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE (1982), HALLOWEEN H20: 20 YEARS LATER (1998), GRAVEYARD SHIFT (1990). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Fantasia Film Festival 2023: Larry Fessenden's BLACKOUT is a Treat for Werewolf Fans Everywhere by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantasia Film Festival 2023: SATAN WANTS YOU is a Cultural Documentary You Won't Want to Miss by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) A Tale of Two Lauries: Trauma in ‘Halloween H20' and 2018's ‘Halloween' by Emily von Seele (Bloody Disgusting) Twenty Years Ago, ‘Halloween H20' Brought the Franchise Back to Its Roots by Emily von Seele (Bloody Disgusting) My First Horror Movie Ep 374: Emily Von Seele (Dead Ringer Podcast, Daily Dead) (Sledgehammer Horror) (YouTube) ‘Tower of Terror' – Revisiting Disney's Original Ride-to-Movie Adaptation by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting)

Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Paul Farrell to discuss Clive Barker's NIGHTBREED (1990) and Frank Henenlotter's BASKET CASE 2 (1990). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before finding a new home among fellow freaks and being forced to defend it against an intolerant world. Other movies discussed on this episode: GREEN ROOM (2016), THE LOVED ONES (2009), MAGIC (1978), MORTAL KOMBAT (1995), CRUEL INTENTIONS (1999), FINAL EXAM (1981), CHERRY FALLS (2000), ISLAND OF LOST SOULS (1932), INFLUENCER (2023). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: [Horror Queers] The Inherent Queerness of Clive Barker's ‘Nightbreed' by Trace Thurman & Joe Lipsett (Bloody Disgusting) ‘Tower of Terror' – Revisiting Disney's Original Ride-to-Movie Adaptation by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting)

Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Kat McBride, and Emily von Seele to discuss Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (1974) and John De Bello's RETURN OF THE KILLER TOMATES (1988). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before embracing their mad scientist roots and bringing a new generation of monstrous (but silly) creations to the world. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: EVIL DEAD RISE (2023), THE INVITATION (2022), RENFIELD (2023), THE POPE'S EXORCIST (2023), BROOKLYN 45 (2023), INFLUENCER (2023), BLESS THE CHILD (2000), A HOUSE ON THE BAYOU (2021), RED ROSE (2022), CHANNEL ZERO (2016), WENDELL & WILD (2022), ATTACHMENT (2023), POST MORTEM (2021), CONFESSIONAL (2020). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Season 12: Episode 9- Bless The Child + The Predator (featuring Nolan McBride) (VH US) (podcast) The Unlikely History of Attack of the Killer Tomatoes (Secret Galaxy) (YouTube)

Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Philip Yount to discuss Stuart Gordon's DAGON (2001) and Mariano Baino's DARK WATERS (1993). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before a trip to a strange seaside town leads them straight into the arms of a creepy cult. Other movies discussed on this episode: COCAINE BEAR (2023), BARBARIAN (2022), EVIL DEAD (2013), MORTAL KOMBAT (2021), THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS (SERIES), EVIL DEAD RISE (2023), THE MIGHTY PEKING MAN (1977), BLESS THE CHILD (2000), INFINITY POOL (2023), MARTIN (1977), LOVER'S LANE (1999), INFLUENCER (2023), SHIN KAMEN RIDER (2023). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Season 12: Episode 9- Bless The Child + The Predator (featuring Nolan McBride) (VH US) (podcast) ‘Welcome to Camp Nightmare' – Revisiting the 9th ‘Goosebumps' Book and Its TV Adaptation by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘Demons of the Mind' Shines 50 Years Later as a Fresh and Distinct Hammer Horror Gem [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Bittersweet Symphony: ‘Scream 2' Music Supervisor Reveals the Song That Almost Ended the Film [Interview] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Red Right Hand: An Oral History – How the Nick Cave Song Became the Anthem of the ‘Scream' Franchise by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Catastrophic Plans: The Enduring Importance of “Red Right Hand” in the ‘Scream' Franchise by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Knight Philtorias (Twitch)

Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Emily von Seele to discuss Sam Raimi's EVIL DEAD II (1987) and Ernest Dickerson's TALES FROM THE CRYPT: DEMON KNIGHT (1995). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before taking refuge from the forces of evil in a roadside motel along with a group of strangers. Other movies/books/TV shows discussed on this episode: SCREAM VI (2023) (Spoilers from 4:55 - 14:45), RED EYE (2005), PRIMAL RAGE (1988), JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 4 (2023) (Spoilers from 23:05 - 27:25), MISSING (2023), KNOCK AT THE CABIN (2023) (Spoilers from 34:15 - 1:06:15), THE CABIN AT THE END OF THE WORLD (2018), INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE (2022), YELLOWJACKETS (2022), CHUCKY (2021). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Catastrophic Plans: The Enduring Importance of “Red Right Hand” in the ‘Scream' Franchise by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘The House of No Return' – Revisiting the Special Edition ‘Goosebumps' Tale and Its TV Adaptation by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘The Ghost Next Door' – Revisiting the 10th ‘Goosebumps' Book and Its TV Adaptation by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Make Believe Seattle 2023: PURSUED is a Fun Thriller That Entertains Despite its Flaws by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Review: MALUM is a Frightfest Remake Worth Checking Out by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Evil Dead II with John Hodgman (Blank Check) (podcast) If Chins Could Kill by Bruce Campbell (paperback)

Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Philip Yount to discuss Sam Raimi's THE EVIL DEAD (1981) and Carter Smith's THE RUINS (2008). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before their cozy cabin holiday is spoiled by an ancient, evil force that turns nature against them. Other movies discussed on this episode: POLTERGEIST (1982), THE BABADOOK (2014), PROJECT WOLF HUNTING (2022) (Spoilers from 10:10 - 15:05), CLOVERFIELD (2008), SCREAM VI (2023). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: A Discussion on 'SCREAM VI' (Paper Street Pictures) (YouTube) S&A 118 The Perfect Number: The Seventh Curse & Se7en w/ Nolan McBride (The Schlock and Awe Podcast) The Evil Dead (Blank Check) (podcast) If Chins Could Kill by Bruce Campbell (paperback) Knight Philtorias (Twitch)

Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Ben McBride to discuss Wes Craven's SCREAM 2 (1997) and Joe Dante's MATINEE (1993). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before heading to their local single-screen theater to see the newest schlock film inspired by the anxieties and horrors of the real world. Other movies/books discussed on this episode: M3GAN (2023), SORRY ABOUT THE DEMON (2023), VOYAGE OF THE ROCK ALIENS (1984), RIKI-OH: THE STORY OF RICKY (1991), THE ICEMAN COMETH (1989), WE HAVE A GHOST (2023), BLADES (1989), EVIL LAUGH (1986), THE CABIN AT THE END OF THE WORLD (2018). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Catastrophic Plans: The Enduring Importance of “Red Right Hand” in the ‘Scream' Franchise by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘Welcome to Dead House' – Revisiting the Very First ‘Goosebumps' Book and Its TV Adaptation by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘The Ghost Next Door' – Revisiting the 10th ‘Goosebumps' Book and Its TV Adaptation by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) SCREAM 4 + TRAGEDY GIRLS (Dead Ringers) (podcast) The 1990s Teen Horror Cycle: Final Girls and a New Hollywood Formula by Alexandra West Episode 102. Rule Breaker: Scream (1996) (Faculty Of Horror) (podcast) Scream (1996) (Horror Queers) (podcast) Scream 2 (1997) (Horror Queers) (podcast) Scream 3 (2000) (Horror Queers) (podcast) Scream 4 (2011) Part 1 (Horror Queers) (podcast) Scream 4 (2011) Part 2 (Horror Queers) (podcast) Scream (2022) (Horror Queers) (podcast)

Nolan is joined by Kat McBride, Thomas Foster, and Emily von Seele to discuss Wes Craven's SCREAM (1996) and Jim Gillespie's I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER (1997). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before the sins of the past give rise to vengeful killers who leave a trail of adolescent bodies in their wake. Other movies discussed on this episode: SKINAMARINK (2023) (Spoilers from 5:00 - 30:00), M3GAN (2023), INFINITY POOL (2023), COCAINE BEAR (2023), HUESERA: THE BONE WOMAN (2023), CHILDREN OF THE CORN (2023), MEN (2022), WENDELL & WILD (2022). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: SCREAM 4 + TRAGEDY GIRLS (Dead Ringers) (podcast) Review: WAKING KARMA is a Cult Thriller That Takes Some Unexpected Turns by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Celebrating the Viral Valentine's Day Horrors of PONTYPOOL by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Review: CHILDREN OF THE CORN (2023) Doesn't Live Up to the Promise of its Interesting Ideas by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) The 1990s Teen Horror Cycle: Final Girls and a New Hollywood Formula by Alexandra West Episode 102. Rule Breaker: Scream (1996) (Faculty Of Horror) (podcast) BONUS CONTENT! Commentary: I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997) (Faculty Of Horror) (podcast) Scream (1996) (Horror Queers) (podcast) Scream 2 (1997) (Horror Queers) (podcast) Scream 3 (2000) (Horror Queers) (podcast) Scream 4 (2011) Part 1 (Horror Queers) (podcast) Scream 4 (2011) Part 2 (Horror Queers) (podcast) Scream (2022) (Horror Queers) (podcast)

On this very special Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by nearly the entire Dead Ringers crew — Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, Paul Farrell, Thomas Foster, and Philip Yount — to discuss their favorite horror movies of 2022. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: ‘Welcome to Dead House' – Revisiting the Very First ‘Goosebumps' Book and Its TV Adaptation by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Let's Scare Bryan to Death: Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead's RESOLUTION with Philip Yount by Bryan Christopher (Daily Dead) Let's Scare Bryan to Death: Ti West's THE INNKEEPERS with Emily von Seele by Bryan Christopher (Daily Dead) Emily's Favorites of 2022 by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Interview: THE LONG WALK Director Mattie Do by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Review: THE HARBINGER is a Nightmare You Shouldn't Miss by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2022 Review: David Bruckner's HELLRAISER Builds Upon Clive Barker's World in Horrifyingly Beautiful Ways by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead)

On this Off-Topic episode, Ben and Nolan are joined by SCARE PACKAGE II: RAD CHAD'S REVENGE Co-Writer/Producer Cameron Burns to talk about the new horror comedy sequel and the fun challenges of spearheading a horror anthology with so many different filmmakers. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode:

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, and Paul Farrell — as well as special guest Heather Wixson from Daily Dead — to talk about her newest book, MONSTERS, MAKEUP & EFFECTS 2: CONVERSATIONS WITH CINEMA'S GREATEST ARTISTS, and discuss some of their favorite movie monsters, as well as the people behind them. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Monsters, Makeup & Effects: Volume 2 by Heather Wixson CRAVIN' CRAVEN 20: RED EYE (F This Movie!) (podcast) The Hilarious Horrors of “Weird Al” Yankovic – 5 Songs for Horror Fans by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘Death Becomes Her' – 1992 Horror-Comedy's ‘Tales from the Crypt' Energy Still Delights 30 Years Later by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Review: THE HARBINGER is a Nightmare You Shouldn't Miss by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Celebrating 25 Years of the Angriest, Most Murderous Snowman in JACK FROST by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead)

Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele and Philip Yount — as well as special guest Bryan Christopher from Daily Dead/Rue Morgue — to discuss Panos Cosmatos' Mandy (2018) and Alex Proyas' The Crow (1994). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before they're bestowed with otherworldly power to avenge the death of their significant others. Other movies discussed on this episode: SAVAGELAND (2015), HOCUS POCUS 2 (2022), DEADSTREAM (2022), HELLRAISER (2022), THE CURSE OF BRIDGE HOLLOW (2022), THIRST (2009). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: THE RING: Still Horrifying 20 Years Later by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Episode 269: HELLRAISER (2022) with Bryan and Derek (Corpse Club) (podcast) Ep 97 HS That Added Dimension: Halloween H20 & The Crow w/ Mike Scott (Schlock and Awe) (podcast) The Hierarchy of Podcasting is Changing-Black Adam and Barbarian (Action for Everyone) (podcast) Knight Philtorias (Twitch) Daily Dead (Twitch)

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Ben McBride to discuss some of their favorite spooky new discoveries from this October, as well as a couple Halloween season rewatches. Movies discussed on this episode: THE MUNSTERS (2022), THE INVITATION (2022), HOUSE OF DARKNESS (2022), NIGHT OF THE COMET (1984), RAVENOUS (1999), THE STYLIST (2021), SORORITY BABES IN THE SLIMEBALL BOWL-O-RAMA (1988), TRICK OR TREAT (1986), DAGON (2001), AMITYVILLE HORROR: THE EVIL ESCAPES (1989), AMITYVILLE 1992: IT'S ABOUT TIME (1992), BRING IT ON: CHEER OR DIE (2022), DEADSTREAM (2022), HUMAN LANTERNS (1982), BATTLE ROYALE (2000), DOG SOLDIERS (2002), THE DARK HALF (1993), MY BEST FRIEND'S EXORCISM (2022), SISSY (2022), BODIES BODIES BODIES (2022), THE KEEP (1983), SCREAM, QUEEN! MY NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (2020), THE AMERICAN SCREAM (2012), CHOMPY & THE GIRLS (2021), THE CHANGELING (1980), THE HIDDEN (1987), SIGNIFICANT OTHER (2022), HOCUS POCUS 2 (2022), SPIRIT HALLOWEN (2022), Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: ‘The Haunted Mask II' – Revisiting the Halloween Sequel On the Page and the Screen [Viewer Beware] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘Disney's Halloween Treat' – 40 Years of Disney's Spooky Halloween Special by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Punchy Boys and Super Creeps-The Action Is The Juice Man with Neil Marshall (Action for Everyone) (podcast)

Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Paul Farrell, Philip Yount, and Ben McBride to discuss John Carpenter's THEY LIVE (1988) and Brian Yuzna's SOCIETY (1989). The crew dive into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before uncovering a gooey conspiracy that threatens all of humanity. Other movies discussed on this episode: BARBARIAN (2022), GLORIOUS (2022), THE CRAZIES (1973), VIDEODROME (1983), EVIL DEAD (2013), ORPHAN (2009), ORPHAN: FIRST KILL (2022), JAWS (1975), HELLRAISER (1987), HELLBOUND: HELLRAISER II (1988), HELLRAISER III: HELL ON EARTH (1992), HELLRAISER: BLOODLINE (1996), TALES FROM THE CRYPT: DEMON KNIGHT (1995), TALES FROM THE CRYPT: BORDELLO OF BLOOD (1996), DEATH BECOMES HER (1992), I'M DANGEROUS TONIGHT (1990), WHO INVITED THEM (2022), NO EXIT (2022), BLACK DEATH (2010). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Fantastic Fest 2022 Review: V/H/S/99 is Another Fun Entry in the Horror Anthology Series by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2022 Review: David Bruckner's HELLRAISER Builds Upon Clive Barker's World in Horrifyingly Beautiful Ways by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) SWALLOWED Review: An Incredible Queer Body Horror Film You Won't Soon Forget by Emily von Seele (Dead Ringers) [North Bend Film Fest] NEXT EXIT Review: A Beautiful Story of Humanity in the Face of Uncertainty by Emily von Seele (Dead Ringers) ‘The Werewolf of Fever Swamp' – One of the Best ‘Goosebumps' Stories on Page and Screen [Viewer Beware] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘Disney's Halloween Treat' – 40 Years of Disney's Spooky Halloween Special by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Knight Philtorias (Twitch)

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by H4Z4RD director Jonas Govaerts to talk about his kinetic new action comedy, working with DJ Dimitri Vegas, when and when not to push the audience's buttons, and his 2014 camp slasher, CUB (spoilers from 49:40 - 53:10). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode:

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Emily von Seele, and Kat McBride to talk about all of the rest of the movies they saw during Fantastic Fest 2022 — including David Bruckner's (excellent) HELLRAISER reboot. Movies discussed on this episode: FLOWING (2022), PROJECT WOLF HUNTING (2022), SATANIC HISPANICS (2022), HELLRAISER (2022), BLOOD RELATIVES (2022), ATTACHMENT (2022). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: Fantastic Fest 2022 Review: David Bruckner's HELLRAISER Builds Upon Clive Barker's World in Horrifyingly Beautiful Ways by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead)

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Emily von Seele to talk about some of the movies they saw during the second half of Fantastic Fest 2022. Movies discussed on this episode: KING ON SCREEN (2022), SHIN ULTRAMAN (2022), YEAR OF THE SHARK (2022), LYNCH/OZ (2022), HUESERA (2022), VENUS (2022), A WOUNDED FAWN (2022), H4Z4RD (2022), NIGHTMARE (2022), SWALLOWED (2022), V/H/S/99 (2022), TRIANGLE OF SADNESS (2022). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: Fantastic Fest 2022 Review Round-Up: LYNCH/OZ, VENUS, EVERYONE WILL BURN by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) SWALLOWED Review: An Incredible Queer Body Horror Film You Won't Soon Forget by Emily von Seele (Dead Ringers)

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Emily von Seele to talk about the movies they saw on the third and fourth day of Fantastic Fest 2022. Movies discussed on this episode: EVIL EYE (2022), GAMERA VS. ZIGRA (1971), LEONOR WILL NEVER DIE (2022), MISTER ORGAN (2022), THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN (2022), SICK (2022), DECISION TO LEAVE (2022), LIVING WITH CHUCKY (2022), BONES AND ALL (2022), WEREWOLF BY NIGHT (2022), SOMETHING IN THE DIRT (2022). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: Fantastic Fest 2022 Review Round-Up: EVIL EYE and MISTER ORGAN by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2022 Review: LIVING WITH CHUCKY is a Beautiful Window into the CHILD'S PLAY Family by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2022 Review: DEEP FEAR is a Suffocating, Unnerving Journey Into the Paris Catacombs by Michelle Swope (Daily Dead)

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Emily von Seele to talk about the movies they saw during the first two days of Fantastic Fest 2022. Movies discussed on this episode: SMILE (2022), TERRIFIER 2 (2022), HUNT (2022), YEAR OF THE SHARK (2022), BLOOD RELATIVES (2022), HUESERA (2022), VENUS (2022), THE MENU (2022), H4Z4RD (2022), KIDS VS. ALIENS (2022).  Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: The Kingcast (podcast) Fantastic Fest 2022 Review: BLOOD RELATIVES is a Charming Film about Vampires, Family, and Identity by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2022 Review: RAZZENNEST is a Crazy, Fun Outside-the-Box Horror Story by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2022 Interview: Wrestling Icon Chris Jericho on TERRIFIER 2, Taking a Chance with AEW, Becoming Ring of Honor Champion, and More by Heather Wixson (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2022 Interview: Co-Writer/Director Jason Eisener Discusses the Inspiration Behind KIDS VS. ALIENS and More by Heather Wixson (Daily Dead)

Nolan is joined by Kat McBride, Ben McBride, and Thomas Foster to discuss Neil Marshall's THE DESCENT (2005) and Andrew Traucki's THE REEF (2011). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before their off-the-beaten-path adventure lands them in the territory of vicious, primal creatures. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: THE FALL (2022), BODIES, BODIES, BODIES (2022), ORPHAN: FIRST KILL (2022), FRANKENHOOKER (1990), LOS ESPOOKYS (2018), PRETTY LITTLE LIARS: ORIGINAL SIN (2022), THE EXORCIST (1973), X (2022), DOG SOLDIERS (2002). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode:

Nolan is joined by Kat McBride, Thomas Foster, and Paul Farrell to discuss Yeon Sang-ho's TRAIN TO BUSAN (2016) and Bong Joon-ho's SNOWPIERCER (2013). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before they're packed onto a train full of panicked people to escape infection. Other movies discussed on this episode: OUT THERE HALLOWEEN MEGA TAPE (2022), ANGEL HEART (1987), SHE WILL (2022), JAMIE MARKS IS DEAD (2014), TALES FROM THE DARKSIDE: THE MOVIE (1990), THEY/THEM (2022), PREY (2022), NOPE (2022). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Fantastic Fest 2021 Review: SHE WILL is a Hauntingly Witchy Tale of Feminine Power by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) ‘The Scarecrow Walks at Midnight' Was the Perfect Summer Scary Fun for '90s Kids [Viewer Beware] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘One Day at Horrorland' – The Very Different Horrors of the Book and TV Series [Viewer Beware] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting)

Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, and Philip Yount to discuss Jaume Collet-Serra's HOUSE OF WAX (2005) and David Schmoeller's TOURIST TRAP (1979). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before the proprietor of a neglected roadside attraction entraps them and tries to make them permanent additions to his personal museum. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: GOOD MADAM (2022), 47 METERS DOWN: UNCAGED (2019), PIRANHA (1978), THEY LIVE (1988), TETSUO: THE IRON MAN (1989), THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD (1985), INCANTATION (2022), SCREAM (2022), TALES FROM THE CRYPT: DEMON KNIGHT (1995), TALES FROM THE CRYPT: BORDELLO OF BLOOD (1996), THE PRINCESS (2022), THE REEF (2011), DUAL (2022), STRANGER THINGS - SEASON 4 (2022). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Review: GOOD MADAM Depicts a Different Kind of Haunting by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Review: AFTER BLUE is a Fever Dream that Doesn't Want to End by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantasia Fest 2022 Review: Dark Nature is a Journey Through Wilderness and Trauma by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Review: HE'S WATCHING is a Creative Foray into Low Budget Madness by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantasia Film Festival 2022 Review: HONEYCOMB is a Unique Coming-of-Age Film from a New Voice by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantasia Film Festival 2022 Review: ALL JACKED UP AND FULL OF WORMS is a Drug-Induced Nightmare by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) North Bend Film Fest 2022 Review: THE CIVIL DEAD is a Hilarious and Ghostly Buddy Movie by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) [North Bend Film Fest] NEXT EXIT Review: A Beautiful Story of Humanity in the Face of Uncertainty by Emily von Seele (Dead Ringers)

Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Paul Farrell, Philip Yount, and Thomas Foster to discuss James Wan's MALIGNANT (2021) and Sam Firstenberg's NINJA III: THE DOMINATION (1988). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before their bodies are co-opted by psychopathic killers hellbent on revenge. Other movies discussed on this episode: THE WICKER MAN (1973), MAD GOD (2022), THE OUTWATERS (2022), WATCHER (2022), HABIT (1995), THE BLACK PHONE (2022), VOYAGE OF THE ROCK ALIENS (1984), INVADERS FROM MARS (1986). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Episode 42: The Warriors (Midnight Mass) (podcast) Review: BRUCE is the JAWS Musical You Never Knew You Needed by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Graveyard Shift with Akela Cooper (The Kingcast) (podcast) Carrie with Scott Derrickson (The Kingcast) (podcast)

Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Paul Farrell to discuss Christopher Landon's HAPPY DEATH DAY (2018) and Christopher Smith's TRIANGLE (2009). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before becoming snared in a temporal loop and targeted by an unknown killer. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: SPELLCASTER (1991), PANDEMONIUM (1982), CRIMES OF THE FUTURE (2022), THE FOG (1980), WATCHER (2022), THOU SHALT NOT KILL...EXCEPT (1985), SPLIT SECOND (1992), SEVERANCE (2022). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: Hammer Pub Episode 50 - The Lodge with Philip Faiss (Scream Addicts) (podcast) ‘Paranoiac' Was One of Hammer's Very Best “Mini-Hitchcock” Thrillers [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) How ‘Night Creatures' Became One of Hammer's Most Entertaining Movies [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘Night of the Living Dummy II' Turned Slappy into a ‘Goosebumps' Icon [Viewer Beware] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘The Scarecrow Walks at Midnight' Was the Perfect Summer Scary Fun for '90s Kids [Viewer Beware] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting)

Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Thomas Foster to discuss Mario Bava's BLACK SUNDAY (1960) and Terence Fisher's DRACULA: PRINCE OF DARKNESS (1966). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before wandering into the path of an ancient evil that has just risen after centuries of lying dormant. Other movies discussed on this episode: FIRESTARTER (2022), TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE (2022), YOU WON'T BE ALONE (2022), MEN (2022), THE NORTHMAN (2022), GIRLS NIGHT OUT (1982), A RETURN TO SALEM'S LOT (1987), THE CURSED (2022). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: Hammer Pub Episode 15 - Dracula: Prince of Darkness with Heather Wixson (Scream Addicts) (podcast) ‘Night of the Living Dummy II' Turned Slappy into a ‘Goosebumps' Icon [Viewer Beware] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘The Scarecrow Walks at Midnight' Was the Perfect Summer Scary Fun for '90s Kids [Viewer Beware] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘Lust for a Vampire' Was the Middling Midpoint for a Hammer Horror Trilogy [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘Paranoiac' Was One of Hammer's Very Best “Mini-Hitchcock” Thrillers [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting)

Nolan is joined by Kat McBride, Ben McBride, Emily von Seele, and Philip Yount to discuss André Øvredal's THE AUTOPSY OF JANE DOE (2016) and Keith Thomas' THE VIGIL (2021). The crew dive into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before spending the night standing watch over some corpses that may not as dead as they appear to be. Other movies discussed on this episode: DOCTOR STRANGE AND THE MULTIVERSE OF MADNESS (2022), WE'RE ALL GOING TO THE WORLD'S FAIR (2022), MY SOUL TO TAKE (2010), CURSED (2005), ACTUALLY HAPPENED! MOST TERRIFYING PSYCHIC PHENOMENA, PSYCHIC RESEARCH TEAM REPORT. RELIVED. (2004), SPIRAL (A.K.A. UZUMAKI) (2000), THE NORTHMAN (2022), FIRESTARTER (1984), SADAKO VS. KAYAKO (2016). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: Indie Horror Month 2022: Celebrating BLOODTHIRSTY – A Kickass Werewolf Movie with a Killer Soundtrack by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Indie Horror Month 2022: BRAID and the Female Space by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Interview: THE LONG WALK Director Mattie Do by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Episode 243: Ti West's X with Heather Wixson, Emily von Seele, and Michelle Swope (Corpse Club) (podcast)

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Emily von Seele, Paul Farrell, Philip Yount, and Thomas Foster to catch up on 2022's big horror releases so far, as well as some recent discoveries. Movies discussed on this episode: SCREAM (2022) (Spoilers: 12:45-22:30), TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE (2022), THE CURSED (2022), FRESH (2022) (Spoilers: 58:30-1:13:30), X (2022), YELLOWJACKETS (2022), DEXTER: NEW BLOOD (2021), ACTUALLY HAPPENED! MOST TERRIFYING PSYCHIC PHENOMENA. PSYCHIC RESEARCH TEAM REPORT. RELIVED. (2004), THE DEEP HOUSE (2021), FRANKENSTEIN'S ARMY (2013), DEEP RISING (1998), HARD ROCK ZOMBIES (1985), THE FURY (1978), HOWL FROM BEYOND THE FOG (2020), POSSESSION (1981), PERFECT BLUE (1998). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: ‘Goosebumps: Say Cheese and Die!' – The Book, The Episode, and Ryan Gosling! [Viewer Beware] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘Lust for a Vampire' Was the Middling Midpoint for a Hammer Horror Trilogy [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘The Evil of Frankenstein' is a Fascinating Oddity in Hammer's Frankenstein Series [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Hammer Pub Episode 46 - Wake Wood (Scream Addicts) (podcast) Indie Horror Month 2022: BRAID and the Female Space by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Indie Horror Month 2022: Celebrating BLOODTHIRSTY – A Kickass Werewolf Movie with a Killer Soundtrack by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Interview: THE LONG WALK Director Mattie Do by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead)

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Emily von Seele, and Paul Farrell to celebrate Ben's recent milestone birthday with a very special marathon. Movies discussed on this episode: COLD HELL (2017), EIGHT LEGGED FREAKS (2002), MIMIC (1997), INTRUDER (1989). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: Goosebumps: The Haunted Mask – Revisiting a Classic Book and Television Special [Viewer Beware] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting)

On this very special Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by nearly the entire Dead Ringers crew — Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, Paul Farrell, Thomas Foster, and Philip Yount — to discuss their favorite horror movies of 2021. Editor's Note: As mentioned in years past, this particular method of end of year discussion is 100% inspired by and attributed to the video game website, Giant Bomb.   Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode:

Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Paul Farrell — as well as special guest Daniel Wheatfall — to discuss Gregory Jacobs' WIND CHILL (2007) and Josh Ruben's SCARE ME (2020). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before getting stranded in the snow and forced to contend with the charged tension among their band of traveling podcasters. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: SCREAM 2 (1997), GHOSTBUSTERS: AFTERLIFE (2021), I SEE YOU (2019), GREMLINS (1984), KRAMPUS (2015), SILENT NIGHT, DEADLY NIGHT 2 (1987), SILENT NIGHT, DEADLY NIGHT 3 (1989), CANDYMAN (2021), MIDNIGHT MASS (2021) (**Spoilers from minutes 38-41**), SILENT NIGHT (2021), BLACK CHRISTMAS (1974), BLACK CHRISTMAS (2006), BLACK CHRISTMAS (2019), NEW YORK NINJA (2021), PRISONERS OF THE GHOSTLAND (2021). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: 3-2-1 Dad (podcast) ‘The Witches' Put an Academy Award Winning Actress Up Against the Dark Arts [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Hammer Pub Episode 40 - Captain Kronos: Vampire Hunter (Scream Addicts) (podcast)

Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Philip Yount, and Thomas Foster to discuss Gore Verbinski's THE RING (2002) and David Prior's THE EMPTY MAN (2020). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before investigating a series of strange deaths and becoming the unwitting tools of evil forces. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: BROTHERHOOD OF THE WOLF (2001), KILL LIST (2011), RINGU (1998), TITANE (2021), ANTLERS (2021), LAST NIGHT IN SOHO (2021), THE NIGHT HOUSE (2021), BLACK CHRISTMAS (2019), PRISONERS OF THE GHOSTLAND (2021), SESSION 9 (2001). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: The MORTAL KOMBAT Essential Kinematic Kurriculum (Dead Ringers)

Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell, Ben McBride, and Philip Yount to discuss George A. Romero's MONKEY SHINES (1988) and Leigh Whannell's UPGRADE (2018). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases — including a lengthy review of David Gordon Green's HALLOWEEN KILLS (2021) (Spoilers from 22:00 – 44:00) — before undergoing experimental treatments to extend their consciousnesses with disastrous results. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: THE SEVENTH CURSE (1986), NIGHT OF THE CREEPS (1986), LAST NIGHT IN SOHO (2021), V/H/S/94 (2021), THE CAR (1977), ANTLERS (2021), PARANORMAL ACTIVITY: NEXT OF KIN (2021), THE RANGER (2018), HALLOWEEN KILLS (2021), TROLL (1986), FADE TO BLACK (1980), THE DARK AND THE WICKED (2020), THE VIGIL (2021), CLASS OF 1999 (1992), CENSOR (2021), THE CABINET OF DR. CALIGARI (1920), MAD LOVE (1935), WHAT HAPPENS NEXT WILL SCARE YOU (2020), FRIGHT NIGHT PART 2 (1988), ALONE IN THE DARK (1982), THE NIGHT HOUSE (2021), MONSTRUM (2018), THE LEGEND OF THE 7 GOLDEN VAMPIRES (1974), CHUCKY (2021). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Class of 88: MONKEY SHINES: The Strange Case of Two Jekylls and a Killer Monkey by Nolan McBride (Daily Dead) Hammer Pub Episode 39 - Gettin' Hammered with Hammer: Brides of Dracula (Scream Addicts) (podcast) Why ‘Monster House' is One of the Most Perfect Movies You Can Watch on Halloween by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Out of Order and Out of Time: How the ‘Halloween' Franchise Was My Guide to Horror Movie Obsession by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘The Brides of Dracula' is a True Masterwork of the Macabre [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘The Witches' Put an Academy Award Winning Actress Up Against the Dark Arts [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting)

Nolan is joined by Philip Yount, Ben McBride, and Emily von Seele to discuss Lamberto Bava's DEMONS (1985) and Mark Herrier's POPCORN (1991). The crew catch up on spooky season discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before attending an all-night movie marathon where the horrors onscreen begin to unfold in their theater. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: HELLBENDER (2022), BONES (2001), NOMADS (1985), DARK NIGHT OF THE SCARECROW (1981), THE GATE II: TRESPASSERS (1990), BAD DREAMS (1988), THE BABYSITTER: KILLER QUEEN (2020), KILLER KLOWNS FROM OUTER SPACE (1988), DOLLS (1987), DUDE BRO PARTY MASSACRE III (2015), MALIGNANT (2021), V/H/S/94 (2021), OVER THE GARDEN WALL (2014), HALLOWEEN KILLS (2021), SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE (2021), THE MANOR (2021), LANDLOCKED (2021), THE NIGHT HOUSE (2021), IN THE EARTH (2021), ALONE (2020), VERSUS (2000), THE SEVENTH CURSE (1986). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Nightstream 2021 Review: LANDLOCKED is a Minimalist, Haunting Look at Memory by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Season 8 : Bonus Episode-New Releases & Late Returns (featuring Shawn Robare) (VH US) (podcast)

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, and Paul Farrell to discuss their love for the CHILD'S PLAY franchise and the enduring legacy of its foul-mouthed killer doll. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: ‘X The Unknown' Was One of Hammer's More Interesting Tales of Disquieting Science [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Hammer Pub Episode 37 - Dracula A.D. 1972 (Hammer Pub) (podcast) Nightstream 2021: COSMIC DAWN is a Fascinating Search for Truth by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Nightstream 2021: TO THE MOON is a Character-Driven Pressure Cooker by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2021 Review: SHE WILL is a Hauntingly Witchy Tale of Feminine Power by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead)

Nolan is joined by Kat McBride, Ben McBride, and Emily von Seele to discuss Adam MacDonald's PYEWACKET (2017) and Paco Plaza's VERONICA (2017). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before impulsively invoking forces beyond the boundaries of the natural world and suffering the consequences of their adolescent indiscretions. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: MALIGNANT (2021), MIDNIGHT MASS (2021), NIGHTBOOKS (2021), THE NIGHT HOUSE (2021), HALLOWEEN (2018), CANDYMAN (2021), THE DIVINE FURY (2019), AMERICAN HORROR STORY: RED TIDE (2021), EVIL (2019), BRAND NEW CHERRY FLAVOR (2021).  Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Episode 87. Mother Monster: Pyewacket (2017) and Hereditary (2018) (Faculty Of Horror) (podcast) Fantastic Fest 2021 Review: HOMEBOUND is an Interesting Exploration of Familial Dynamics and Dread by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2021 Review: GLASSHOUSE is a Moving and Dreamy Dystopian Story by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2021 Review: THE EXECUTION is a Brutal Hunt for an Elusive Killer by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2021 Review: DEAD & BEAUTIFUL is a Refreshing Take on Vampires by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2021 Review: THE FOUND FOOTAGE PHENOMENON is a Fascinating Look at the Subgenre's History and Impact by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Fantastic Fest 2021 Review: ALONE WITH YOU is a Creepy Tale of Memory and Dread by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead)

Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Philip Yount — as well as special guest Trevor Henderson — to discuss Herk Harvey's CARNIVAL OF SOULS (1962) and Willard Huyck & Gloria Katz's MESSIAH OF EVIL (1973). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before being chased around an eerie, seaside town by a pack of ghouls. Other movies/TV shows/video games discussed on this episode: PUMPKINHEAD (1988), EVIL DEAD TRAP (1988), SATAN'S SERVANT (2021), 13 GHOSTS (1960), ALONE (2020), UNIVERSAL SOLDIER: DAY OF RECKONING (2012), THE LAST MATINEE (2020), EXISTENZ (1999), BRAND NEW CHERRY FLAVOR (2021), CANDYMAN (2021), ALIENS: FIRETEAM ELITE (2021). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Trevor Henderson Illustration (Portfolio) Knight Philtorias (Twitch) A Hypnotic Horror: How the Original ‘Candyman' Led Me Down the Path of Horror Movie Obsession by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) 'X The Unknown' Was One of Hammer's More Interesting Tales of Disquieting Science [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Hammer Pub Episode 33 - Dr. Jekyll and Sister Hyde (podcast) Hammer Pub Episode 34 - Blood from the Mummy's Tomb (podcast) Hammer Pub Episode 35 - Twins of Evil (podcast)

On this Off-Topic episode, Emily von Seele is joined by the filmmaking family behind Hellbender — Toby Poser, John Adams, and Zelda Adams — to talk about the unexpected inspirations for their new film, making movies on the road during a pandemic, and the unique challenges and rewards of acting opposite your real-life family. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: [Fantasia Fest 2021] HELLBENDER Review: A Witchy Study of Feminine Power and the Nature of Self by Emily von Seele (Dead Ringers) [Fantasia 2019] THE DEEPER YOU DIG Review: A Lonely Journey into the Depths of Grief and Guilt by Emily von Seele (Dead Ringers) Fantastic Fest 2019 – Interview with THE DEEPER YOU DIG Co-Director/Co-Writer/Co-Star Toby Poser (iTunes) (podcast)

Nolan is joined by Kat McBride, Ben McBride, and Emily von Seele to discuss Wes Craven's A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (1984) and Bernard Rose's CANDYMAN (1992). The crew digs into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before being targeted by urban legends that have come to life and are seeking revenge for their extrajudicial killings. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: HELLBENDER (2021), THE RIGHTEOUS (2021), THE NIGHT HOUSE (2021), CONGO (1995), THE CONJURING: THE DEVIL MADE ME DO IT (2021), FEAR STREET Trilogy (2021), BEYOND EVIL (1980), SEANCE (2021), THE FOREVER PURGE (2021), OLD (2021), CENSOR (2021), DEMONIC (2021), AMERICAN HORROR STORIES (2021). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Wicked Rewind: Candyman (1992) by Ashlee Blackwell (Graveyard Shift Sisters) Sweets to the Sweet – ‘Candyman' Celebrates 25 Years by Emily von Seele (Bloody Disgusting) Class of 1981: Celebrating the Small Moments that Form the Heart of MY BLOODY VALENTINE by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) [Fantasia Fest 2021] HELLBENDER Review: A Witchy Study of Feminine Power and the Nature of Self by Emily von Seele (Dead Ringers) [Fantasia Fest 2021] THE RIGHTEOUS Review: Religious Horror Taken to a New Level by Emily von Seele (Dead Ringers) [Fantasia Fest 2021] AGNES Review: Mickey Reece Delivers a Beautiful Tale About Questioning Faith by Emily von Seele (Dead Ringers) [Fantasia Fest 2021] THE LAST THING MARY SAW Review: A Haunting Period Horror Film by Emily von Seele (Dead Ringers) [Fantasia Fest 2021] ALIEN ON STAGE Review: A Heartfelt Journey from the Little League to the Big Time by Emily von Seele (Dead Ringers) Candyman (1992) feat. Brother Ghoulish (Horror Queers) (podcast) Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh (1995) feat. Doctor Jon Paul Higgins (Horror Queers) (podcast)

Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell, Thomas Foster, and Philip Yount — as well as special guest Scott Drebit from Daily Dead — to discuss Steve Miner's FRIDAY THE 13TH PART 2 (1981) and Tony Maylam's THE BURNING (1981). The crew catch up on the FEAR STREET trilogy before being stalked and slashed by campfire tales-come-to-life from a previous generation. Other movies discussed on this episode: FEAR STREET: PART ONE - 1994 (2021) (Netflix), FEAR STREET: PART TWO - 1978 (2021) (Netflix), FEAR STREET: PART THREE - 1666 (2021) (Netflix). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode:

Nolan is joined by Thomas Foster, Emily von Seele, Paul Farrell, and Philip Yount to discuss Dario Argento's TENEBRAE (1982) and Yann Gonzalez's KNIFE+HEART (2018). The crew catch up on recent releases, new discoveries, and rewatches before being targeted by listeners who were inspired by the podcast to go on a killing spree. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: COME TRUE (2021), PSYCHO GOREMAN (2021), THE STYLIST (2021), THE MCPHERSON TAPE (1989), PERFECT BLUE (1998), BEGOTTEN (1991), THE HANDMAIDEN (2016), LYLE (2015), CASTLEVANIA (2017), THE AMUSEMENT PARK (2021), THE DOSE (a.k.a. LA DOSES), I SAW THE DEVIL. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Review: LA DOSIS is a Solid, Character-Driven Thriller by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) [Boston Underground Film Festival] KNIFE+HEART Review: A Beautiful, Queer Slasher Film by Emily von Seele (Dead Ringers) Review: UNBURIED is an Intensely Satisfying Queer Horror Anthology by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) Hammer Pub Episode 28 - Horror of Frankenstein (Scream Addicts) (podcast) Hammer Pub Episode 27 - Scars of Dracula (Scream Addicts) (podcast) ‘The Devil Rides Out': Christopher Lee and Richard Matheson Brought the Occult to Hammer's House of Horror [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Knight Philtorias (Twitch)

Nolan is joined by Thomas Foster, Emily von Seele, Kat Adams, and Ben McBride to discuss Brian De Palma's CARRIE (1976) and Joachim Trier's THELMA (2017). The crew catch up on recent releases, new discoveries, and rewatches before the powers their religious parents tried to suppress finally manifest and wreak havoc on their social lives. Other movies discussed on this episode: SHADOW IN THE CLOUD (2021), SEPARATION (2021), DJINN (2021), SPIRAL (2021), HOUSE OF WAX (2005), PSYCHO GOREMAN (2021), A QUIET PLACE PART II (2021), HE KNOWS YOU'RE ALONE (1980), BLOODTHIRSTY (2021), KWAIDAN (1964), SAINT MAUD (2020), THE CONJURING: THE DEVIL MADE ME DO IT (2021). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: The Three Faces of ‘Carrie's' True Villain, Margaret White by Emily von Seele (Bloody Disgusting) Review: UNBURIED is an Intensely Satisfying Queer Horror Anthology by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead) [TIFF Review] Striking Coming-of-Age Thriller ‘Thelma' Resembles ‘Carrie' by Joe Lipsett (Bloody Disgusting) Horror Queers (iTunes) (podcast) Gayly Helpful 2021 (Gayly Dreadful) (articles) Gayly Helpful 2021 (Tiltify) (fundraiser)

Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell — as well as special guest Daniel Epler from the Cobwebs podcast — to discuss Terence Fisher's THE CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN (1957) and Jimmy Sangster's THE HORROR OF FRANKENSTEIN (1970). The crew digs into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases — including a review of Simon McQuoid’s MORTAL KOMBAT (2021) — before trying to make life out of nothing at all (besides some spare parts from the nearby graveyard). Other movies discussed on this episode: JAKOB'S WIFE (2021), THEY LIVE BY NIGHT (1949), EVENT HORIZON (1997), THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY (1945), SHADOW IN THE CLOUD (2021), THE EMPTY MAN (2020), MORTAL KOMBAT (2021). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: ‘Captain Kronos: Vampire Hunter’: The Action-Horror Hybrid That Reimagined the Hammer Vampire Film [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘The Abominable Snowman’: The Ambitious Adventure That Was Overshadowed By Hammer’s Monster Icons [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) ‘Horror of Frankenstein’ and Hammer’s Attempt to Reboot a Classic for a Young Audience [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disgusting) Hammer Pub Episode 23 - The Devil Rides Out with Julieann Marie and Joe Lipsett (Scream Addicts) (podcast) Hammer Pub Episode 20 - Frankenstein Created Woman with Special Guest Emily von Seele (Scream Addicts) (podcast) Gettin' Hammered with Hammer Episode 1 - The Curse of Frankenstein (Scream Addicts) (podcast) Explosive Cruelty in THE HILLS HAVE EYES (1977) by Paul Farrell (Scriptophobic) Facing the Darkness in NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD (1968) by Paul Farrell (Scriptophobic) Ep. 65 - Planning a Classic Film Marathon! (w/ Lindsay Wilkins & Cris Hurtado) (Cobwebs) (podcast) Ep. 55 - Dark Universe: Dracula Untold & Dracula 1979 (w/ Paul Farrell) (Cobwebs) (podcast) Cobwebs: Dusting Off Classic Cinema (YouTube)

On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Philip Yount and Thomas Foster — as well as special guests Mike Scott from the Adkins Undisputed podcast and Bryan Christopher from Daily Dead/Rue Morgue — to discuss MORTAL KOMBAT and its cinematic inspirations and contemporaries. The crew recount their personal histories with the bloody video game series and talk about some of their favorite movies that share its violent and over-the-top proclivities. Movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: MORTAL KOMBAT (1995), MORTAL KOMBAT: ANNIHILATION (1997), MORTAL KOMBAT: LEGACY (2011), MORTAL KOMBAT LEGENDS: SCORPION'S REVENGE (2020), ENTER THE DRAGON (1973), BLOODSPORT (1988), MAN OF TAI CHI (2013), THE RUNNING MAN (1987), UNDISPUTED 3: REDEMPTION (2010), BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA (1986), BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL (2017), THE WOLVERINE (2013), DOUBLE DRAGON (1994), NINJA ASSASSIN (2009), 47 RONIN (2013), THE MAN WITH THE IRON FISTS (2012), COBRA KAI (2018), BROTHERHOOD OF THE WOLF (2001), GUYVER: DARK HERO (1994), ONG BAK 2 (2008), THE NIGHT COMES FOR US (2018), WARRIOR (2019), FIVE DEADLY VENOMS (1978), FIVE ELEMENTS NINJAS (1982), RIKI-OH: THE STORY OF RICKY (1991). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: Mortal Podkast by Ben Mekler AN ORAL HISTORY OF ‘MORTAL KOMBAT’ by Quinn Myers (Mel Magazine) 'Mortal Kombat': Untold Story of the Movie That "Kicked the Hell" Out of Everyone by Aaron Couch (The Hollywood Reporter) STREET FIGHTER: THE MOVIE — WHAT WENT WRONG by Chris Plante (Polygon) Undisputed 3 with Vyce Victus (Adkins Undisputed) The Tournament with Jay Skipworth (Adkins Undisputed) Universal Soldier-Day of Reckoning with Patrick Bromley (Adkins Undisputed) Episode 24: Godzilla Mania: Destroy All Monsters w/ Mike Scott (Inside The Sequel) (podcast) Episode 25: Godzilla Mania: Godzilla vs. MechaZilla w/ Philip Yount (Inside The Sequel) (podcast) Episode 230: The 20th Century Movie Club: Monster Movies (The Dana Buckler Show) (podcast) Let’s Scare Bryan to Death: THE BONEYARD with Terry Mesnard by Bryan Christopher (Daily Dead) SHORT CUTS: THE SHORT HORROR ROUNDUP FOR MARCH by Bryan Christopher (Rue Morgue)

Nolan is joined by Thomas Foster and Philip Yount — as well as special guest Jeff Ewing from the Humanoids From The Deep Dive podcast — to discuss Ron Underwood's TREMORS (1990) and Jon Wright's GRABBERS (2012). The crew digs into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent horror releases — including a review of Adam Wingard’s GODZILLA VS. KONG (2021) — before getting drunk while playing a deadly game of floor-is-lava in order to fend off big monsters with one big weakness. Other movies discussed on this episode: PITCH BLACK (2000), FREAKY (2020), THE EMPTY MAN (2020), EXISTS (2014), SHADOW IN THE CLOUD (2021), SAINT MAUD (2020), GODZILLA VS. KONG (2021). As will always be the case with this show, be aware that our discussion contains spoilers. If you want to watch the movies before listening to the show, there are a couple of ways you can do so. TREMORS is available to stream on Starz and GRABBERS is available to stream on Shudder and AMC+. Both are also on video-on-demand, as well as being available for purchase on Blu-ray or DVD. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Episode 25: Godzilla Mania: Godzilla vs. MechaZilla w/ Philip Yount (Inside The Sequel) (podcast) Episode 24: Godzilla Mania: Destroy All Monsters w/ Mike Scott (Inside The Sequel) (podcast) Episode 11: Godzilla (w. Kelly Warner and Tom Casper) (Humanoids From The Deep Dive) (podcast) Episode 10: King Kong (w. Kelly Warner and Tom Casper) (Humanoids From The Deep Dive) (podcast) Grief and Monsters in ‘Gamera 3: Revenge of Iris’ [Formative Fears] by Paul Le (Bloody Disgusting) 10 of the Scariest Moments from Japanese Kaiju Movies by Paul Le (Bloody Disgusting) Godzilla vs. Kong (2021) by Walter Chaw (Film Freak Central)