Fiends Watch

This week we review the highly anticipated, 28 Years Later... PLOT: A group of survivors of the rage virus live on a small island. When one of the group leaves the island on a mission into the mainland, he discovers secrets, wonders, and horrors that have mutated not only the infected but other survivors.

In this episode we go back to the '80s, where horror was fun and the blood was filled with glitter (Yes, they actually put glitter in the blood for this movie). We all know The Lost Boys is one of the most iconic vampire movies of all time. We break down every aspect of this film like you've never heard before! So sit back, relax, and eat some maggots Michael...

This week we review the new horror film, Bring Her Back PLOT: A brother and sister uncover a terrifying ritual at the secluded home of their new foster mother.  

This week we go back to Prom and relive our pasts with Netflix's new slasher film, Fear Street: Prom Queen... PLOT: When the "it" girls competing for prom queen at Shadyside High start to disappear, a gutsy outsider discovers she's in for one hell of a prom night.

This week we review the new installment in the Final Destination series, Final Destination: Bloodlines... PLOT: Plagued by a recurring violent nightmare, a college student returns home to find the one person who can break the cycle and save her family from the horrific fate that inevitably awaits them.

This week we discuss the new film, Drop, directed by Chris Landon, who also brought us Happy Death Day and Freaky. Did this one live up to his previous movies? Or did it have a huge drop off... PLOT: A widowed mother's first date in years takes a terrifying turn when she's bombarded with anonymous threatening messages on her phone during their upscale dinner, leaving her questioning if her charming date is behind the harassment.

This week we review the newest film from the director of the glorious, fantastic, film Psycho Goreman!! Frankie Freako, streaming on Shudder now! PLOT: Workaholic yuppie Conor is in an existential rut until one night he catches a bizarre ad for a party hotline hosted by a strange dancing goblin: Frankie Freako. Could this be just the recipe to spice up his boring life?

This week we decided to watch the new Netflix original, HAVOC, staring Tom Hardy PLOT: After a drug deal gone wrong, a bruised detective must fight his way through the criminal underworld to rescue a politician's estranged son, unraveling a deep web of corruption and conspiracy that ensnares his entire city. Leave a 5 Star Review is you don't hate us! Thanks!

This week we review the new Blumhouse horror movie, The Woman in the Yard PLOT: A mysterious woman repeatedly appears in a family's front yard, often delivering chilling warnings and unsettling messages, leaving them to question her identity, motives and the potential danger she might pose.

This week we break down every episode from the new season of Black Mirror. Season 7 has it's hits and misses, but does it live up to the earlier seasons? PLOT: Featuring stand-alone dramas -- sharp, suspenseful, satirical tales that explore techno-paranoia -- "Black Mirror" is a contemporary reworking of "The Twilight Zone" with stories that tap into the collective unease about the modern world.  

This week we review the new Shudder original film, 825 Forest Road. Directed by the same man who brought us Hell House LLC, the hype was big for this one! Did it live up to it, or just fall flat? PLOT: After a family tragedy, Chuck Wilson hopes to start a new life in Ashland Falls with his wife Maria and little sister Isabelle, but he quickly discovers that the town has a dark secret.  

This week we finally discuss the highly anticipated return of Severance. Did this new season answer all the questions set up in Season 1? Well sit back, relax, and find out while we break down the entire season! PLOT: Mark leads a team of office workers whose memories have been surgically divided between their work and personal lives. Mark finds out his wife, who was presumed dead, is still alive and being held by his company. He must team up with an unlikely foe to unravel the mystery behind Lumon.

This week we are joined by our local horror expert, Aaron. He picked the remake of the cult classic slasher, Maniac, staring Elijah Wood as a vicious serial killer PLOT: As he helps a young artist with her upcoming exhibition, the owner of a mannequin shop's deadly, suppressed desires come to the surface.

This week we celebrate St. Patrick's Day the only way we know how, by reviewing the cult classic Leprechaun from 1993. PLOT: An evil, sadistic Leprechaun goes on a killing rampage in search of his beloved pot of gold. SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and all that good stuff, THANKS!

This week we discuss the new slasher film, Heart Eyes PLOT: or the past several years, the "Heart Eyes Killer" has wreaked havoc on Valentine's Day by stalking and murdering romantic couples. This Valentine's Day, no couple is safe. Did this live up to the hype? Or did Cupid shoot an arrow right in it's butt?

This week we review the new film, Presence. This movie takes a unique approach to the haunted house genre, and takes you on a weird and interesting ride. PLOT: A family becomes convinced they are not alone after moving into their new home in the suburbs.

This week we are back with something new, Companion (2025) PLOT: A weekend getaway with friends at a remote cabin turns into chaos after it's revealed that one of the guests is not what they seem. With a stellar performance from lead actress, Sophie Thatcher, this unique and twisted film blurs the lines between comedy and tension. Does it deserve all the praise it's getting? Or is it just another movie to throw in the bucket of mediocrity? Find out as us two idiots try to break it all down!

This week we break down the cult classic "Killer Klowns from Outer Space" from 1988. This classic, absurd, horror-comedy film has stood the test of time and has some iconic moments. So listen along while we discuss every aspect of this '80s classic!  

This week we review the newest version of the classic movie monster, the Wolf Man... PLOT: A family at a remote farmhouse is attacked by an unseen animal, but as the night stretches on, the father begins to transform into something unrecognizable. Directed by Leigh Whannell, starring Christopher Abbott (P's childhood baseball teammate), this movie has a unique take on the typical Wolf Man story. Does it hit the mark? Or miss the entire board?    

We kick off the year with a review of a movie from last year! Robert Eggers' remake of the classic film, Nosferatu PLOT: A gothic tale of obsession between a haunted young woman and the terrifying vampire infatuated with her, causing untold horror in its wake.  

Happy Holidays! Perfect time for a review of the new Christmas, Family film, Heretic. PLOT: Two young religious women are drawn into a game of cat-and-mouse in the house of a strange man.   2DopeLess Hope Fiends podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441    

This week we disucss the new horror hit, The Substance... PLOT: A fading celebrity takes a black-market drug: a cell-replicating substance that temporarily creates a younger, better version of herself.   Thanks for listening, or not listening, we still love ya!

This week we review Terrifier 3 PLOT: Art the Clown is set to unleash chaos on the unsuspecting residents of Miles County as they peacefully drift off to sleep on Christmas Eve. Tis the Season...

We're back! This time we continue our reviews of the VHS Series. This latest installment is a little different than the others, but is that a good thing? PLOT: Six bloodcurdling tapes unleash horror in a sci-fi inspired hellscape, pushing the boundaries of fear and suspense.   Thanks for listening!!

This week we review the new M. Night film, Trap PLOT: A father and his teen daughter attend a pop concert only to realize they've entered the center of a dark and sinister event.  

This week we review the new Alien film... EDIT* We meant ASH every time we said BISHOP, we're idiots!! PLOT: While scavenging the deep ends of a derelict space station, a group of young space colonists come face to face with the most terrifying life form in the universe.  

This week we discuss MaXXXine, the third installment in Ti West's new trilogy... PLOT: In 1980s Hollywood, adult film star and aspiring actress Maxine Minx finally gets her big break. But as a mysterious killer stalks the starlets of Hollywood, a trail of blood threatens to reveal her sinister past.   2DopeLess Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441  

This week we discuss A Quiet Place Day One... PLOT: A young woman named Sam finds herself trapped in New York City during the early stages of an invasion by alien creatures with ultra-sensitive hearing.   2DopeLess Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441  

This week we review the new horror thriller from Oz Perkins, Longlegs... PLOT: In pursuit of a serial killer, an FBI agent uncovers a series of occult clues that she must solve to end his terrifying killing spree.   2DopeLess Hope Fiends Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441  

This week we review the new George Miller film, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga... PLOT: The origin story of renegade warrior Furiosa before her encounter and teamup with Mad Max.   Our other podcast where we are reviewing almost every episode of The Boys Season 4 and House of the Dragon Season 2...  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441

We're back! Sorry for the absence but we were put in a little timeout, but they can't cancel us baby!! This week we discuss yet another demonic pregnancy film, The First Omen PLOT: A young American woman is sent to Rome to begin a life of service to the church, but encounters a darkness that causes her to question her faith and uncovers a terrifying conspiracy that hopes to bring about the birth of evil incarnate.  

This week we discuss the new Sydney Sweeney horror film, Immaculate (2024) PLOT: Cecilia, a woman of devout faith, is warmly welcomed to the picture-perfect Italian countryside where she is offered a new role at an illustrious convent. But it becomes clear to Cecilia that her new home harbors dark and horrifying secrets. 2DopeLess Hope Fiends https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441

This week we discuss Dune: Part 2, the highly anticipated sequel to 2021's Dune... PLOT: Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family.   2DopeLess Hope Fiends https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441  Youtube Channel https://youtu.be/09dn14WPT54?si=wgL5zUsdgxgR2Q1c  

This week we review the new remake of Road House... PLOT: Ex-UFC fighter Dalton takes a job as a bouncer at a Florida Keys roadhouse, only to discover that this paradise is not all it seems.   2DopeLess Hope Fiends Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441 Youtube Channel - https://youtu.be/09dn14WPT54?si=JKeD7osje7WRZg76  

This week we discuss the new horror film, Stopmotion PLOT: A stop-motion animator struggles to control her demons after the loss of her overbearing mother.   2DopeLess Hope Fiends Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441 Youtube - https://youtu.be/09dn14WPT54?si=jbDbj4kGdHz48wZF  

This week we discuss the new A24 film, The Zone of Interest PLOT: Auschwitz commandant Rudolf Höss and his wife Hedwig strive to build a dream life for their family in a house and garden beside the camp.   Youtube Channel - https://youtu.be/09dn14WPT54?si=7zxwDDUYQZsR6kGk 2DopeLess Hope Fiends Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441  

The newest season of True Detective has just finished, and we decided to review it for some reason... PLOT: In Ennis, Alaska, the men that operate a research station vanish. To solve the case, Chief Danvers and Navarro will have to confront the darkness themselves, and dig into the haunted truths that lie buried under the eternal ice.   YouTube - https://youtu.be/09dn14WPT54?si=krU4TwAlxRms4_Qr 2DopeLess Hope Fiends Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441   

This week we take a deep dive into the bizarre world of Saltburn... PLOT: A student at Oxford University finds himself drawn into the world of a charming and aristocratic classmate, who invites him to his eccentric family's sprawling estate for a summer never to be forgotten.   Youtube Channel - https://youtu.be/HA_PqJs9SNY?si=YY-GFpFE7wcxnshd 2DopeLess Hope Fiends Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441  

This week we review the new Netflix original film, Leave the World Behind. PLOT: A family's getaway to a luxurious rental home takes an ominous turn when a cyberattack knocks out their devices, and two strangers appear at their door.   Youtube - https://youtu.be/ayM1OvW2O0Y?si=qc2gdfMrsehq-1Pz 2DopeLess Hope Fiends Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441  

This week we discuss Martin Scorsese's new film... Plot: When oil is discovered in 1920s Oklahoma under Osage Nation land, the Osage people are murdered one by one - until the FBI steps in to unravel the mystery.   Youtube - https://youtu.be/ayM1OvW2O0Y?si=NyFk8BnWFsQtPhPk 

This week we review the new Netflix movie, The Killer, directed by David Fincher Plot: After a fateful near-miss, an assassin battles his employers and himself, on an international manhunt he insists isn't personal.   Youtube - https://youtu.be/ayM1OvW2O0Y?si=EXuqdN_4uAiQQ0Hf 2DopeLess Hope Fiends Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441

This week we review the new entry into the Hell House LLC Series... PLOT: A group of cold case investigators stay at the Carmichael Manor. After four nights, the group was never heard from again. What is discovered on their footage is even more disturbing than anything found on the Hell House tapes.   Youtube Channel - https://youtu.be/322YjBmtsOs?si=dDUv0HA2rSUFXNIE   2DopeLess Hope Fiends Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441  

After a long break due to covid, we are back! And this week we review the new entry into the VHS series, VHS 85 Plot: Unveiled through a made-for-TV documentary, five tales of found footage horror emerge to take viewers on a terrifying journey into the grim underbelly of the 1980s.   YOUTUBE - https://youtu.be/322YjBmtsOs?si=c1MsgC0CcNPDYWCW 

This week we discus the new found footage horror movie, #chadgetstheaxe... PLOT: Four social media influencers live stream their trip to Devil's Manor, former home to a satanic cult.   YOUTUBE REVIEW (Spoiler Free) - https://youtu.be/KvEPnned-XE  

This week we review the newest rendition of a classic child's monster, The Boogeyman... PLOT: Still reeling from the tragic death of their mother, a teenage girl and her younger sister find themselves plagued by a sadistic presence in their house and struggle to get their grieving father to pay attention before it's too late.   YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/bIQ7Xq1noW8?si=oBgu47JOlsN9ROqr 

This episode gets a little heated while we review the new horror film, Cobweb (2023) PLOT: An eight-year-old boy tries to investigate the mysterious knocking sounds that are coming from inside the walls of his house, unveiling a dark secret that his sinister parents have kept hidden from him.   YouTube Channel - https://youtu.be/bIQ7Xq1noW8  

This week we review the new horror film, Talk to Me... Plot: When a group of friends discover how to conjure spirits using an embalmed hand, they become hooked on the new thrill, until one of them goes too far and unleashes terrifying supernatural forces.   Youtube SPOILER FREE Review - https://youtu.be/bIQ7Xq1noW8

This week we discuss the new horror/comedy film, "The Blackening". Plot: Seven Black friends go away for the weekend and end up trapped in a cabin with a killer who has a vendetta. Will their street smarts and knowledge of horror movies help them stay alive? Probably not.   We also have anew game we do on YouTube, it's pretty stupid but pretty fun, check it out - Can You SCENE It? https://youtu.be/B1BRv4o2SNU  

This week we review the entire new season of Black Mirror, now streaming on Netflix. This season contains 5 episodes, and we break down, rank, and discuss each one... Joan is Awful Loch Henry Beyond the Sea Mazey Day Demon 79   Our other dumb podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2dopeless-hope-fiends/id1128982441  

This week we discuss a couple movies connected by 2 of our favorite people from TV (Charlie Day and Glenn Howerton) First we review "Fool's Paradise" written and directed by Charlie Day, then we discuss Blackberry starring Glenn Howerton... It's always sunny when listening to our horrible podcast!   Youtube Channel - https://youtu.be/438nuMMF-QE  

This week we review the reimagining of 2014's Last Shift. Does it live up to the hype? Youtube Spoiler Free Episode - https://youtu.be/OKMI0Q6Pe8I Plot - A rookie police officer willingly takes the last shift at a newly decommissioned police station in an attempt to uncover the mysterious connection between her father's death and a vicious cult.