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Marina de Van’s debut feature shocked audiences and critics when it premiered. The film remained a cult classic for years in the New French Extremity movement slowly racking up fans and detractors. In 2025, Severin Films released an extensive two disc version with de Van’s film and a bunch of extras including this episode! Join […]
Chosen by Timothy and released in 2002, Irreversible was written and directed by Gaspar Noe, the Argentine-born French filmmaker already known for pushing audiences well outside the comfort zone. The film stars Monica Bellucci, Vincent Cassel and Albert Dupontel, with Bellucci and Cassel appearing together while they were married in real life, which adds an extra layer of intensity to an already very uncomfortable viewing experience.Shot in France on a relatively modest budget, Irreversible became one of the most talked-about films of the early 2000s after its Cannes Film Festival premiere, where it reportedly caused walkouts, outrage and intense debate. Its reputation has only grown since then, becoming a notorious landmark of extreme cinema, French arthouse provocation and the kind of DVD rental choice that could absolutely ruin a quiet night in.TRAILER GUY PLOT SYNOPSISIn a city that never seems to stop moving, one night spirals into panic, rage and revenge. Two men descend into the Paris underground, searching for someone they believe must pay, while the world around them twists, turns and refuses to offer anything close to comfort.But this is no ordinary thriller. Time itself has been shattered, the pieces laid out backwards, forcing us to watch consequence before cause, fury before heartbreak, and chaos before the fragile moments that came before it.Irreversible is a cinematic endurance test from 2002, where love, violence and fate collide in a film that asks one simple question: are you sure you meant to rent this?FUN FACTSIrreversible premiered at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival and quickly became one of the most controversial films of that year.The film is structured in reverse chronological order, with scenes playing out from the end of the story back to the beginning.Gaspar Noe has said the backwards structure was partly inspired by the idea that life can only be understood after events have already happened.Monica Bellucci and Vincent Cassel were married at the time of filming, making their performances together especially striking.The film is often grouped with the New French Extremity movement, a wave of French cinema known for graphic, confrontational and boundary-pushing storytelling.Much of the film's unsettling atmosphere comes from its aggressive sound design, including low-frequency audio designed to make viewers feel physically uncomfortable.The nightclub sequence is famous for its disorientating camerawork, harsh lighting and deliberately oppressive visual style.Irreversible was banned or heavily restricted in some countries due to its explicit content and graphic violence.The film's title refers to the idea that time destroys everything, which is also one of the film's most quoted themes.In 2019, Gaspar Noe released a “Straight Cut” version of the film, presenting the story in chronological order.Support the ShowIf you enjoy the show and would like to support us, we have a Patreon here.If you're listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, leaving us a 5-star review (and a short comment) really helps more people discover the show. It's quick, free, and makes a huge difference.Referral links also help out the show if you were going to sign up:NordVPNNordPassthevhsstrikesback@gmail.comhttps://linktr.ee/vhsstrikesback
The boys are joined by Ariel Powers-Schaub (Millenial Nasties) to discuss the Christmas classic Inside directed by Alexandre Bustillo & Julien Maury. We're talking New French Extremity, subverting the tropes of pregnancy horror, and how blood can change the setting of the film. New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Ari on social media:BlueskyAll LinksHaunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Irreversible, Baise-moi, and Trouble Every Day dives into the New French Extremity—films that reject comfort and weaponize the body. Gaspar Noé's Irreversible (2002), starring Monica Bellucci and Vincent Cassel, uses reverse chronology, long takes, and disorienting camerawork to turn violence into an inescapable experience; its Cannes premiere sparked walkouts and lasting debate over form and ethics. Baise-moi (2000), directed by Virginie Despentes and Coralie Trinh Thi and starring Raffaëla Anderson and Karen Bach, blends punk rage with exploitation aesthetics, igniting censorship battles over its explicit sex and violence while challenging gender power dynamics. Claire Denis' Trouble Every Day (2001), with Béatrice Dalle and Vincent Gallo, reframes desire as pathology through slow, arthouse horror. Once reviled, now studied, these films remain confrontational landmarks.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsohttps://www.teepublic.com/user/radulich-in-broadcasting-networkFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76RIBN Album Playlist: https://suno.com/playlist/91d704c9-d1ea-45a0-9ffe-5069497bad59
Episode 247: This week we put on our best french accents to taclke the 2007 New French Extremity film Frontiers. Is it filled with enjoyment, or are there vacancies? Tune in.Also tune in next week for our coverage of the 2025 Danny Boyle film, 28 Years Later.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-cut-above-horror-review--6354278/support.
Episode 246: This week we ask random strangers to by us beer, so we can chill in the basement with Ma 2019.Come join us next week for the New French Extremity film Frontiers from 2007.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-cut-above-horror-review--6354278/support.
On this week's episode, I'm very pleased to be rejoined by Rod Blackhurst (we had him on a couple of years back to discuss his indie crime drama Blood for Dust) and joined for the first time by Ethan Suplee, veteran character actor we all know and love from films like Mallrats, Remember the Titans, and The Wolf of Wall Street and TV shows like My Name Is Earl. We're discussing their new film, Dolly, a true indie endeavor made in the spirit of American classics like The Texas Chain Saw Massacre and The Evil Dead or the New French Extremity's High Tension. Rod and his partners raised some money, brought some folks to the woods of Tennessee, and put together something he hopes will be memorable for the audiences who see it. It's hitting theaters this weekend, playing around 800 or so screens across the country, and if you're a horror head—or just someone looking for something different—I hope you'll check it out. (It is a horror movie, though, so I cannot provide any refunds if the onscreen terror sparks a walkout.)As I said, getting Ethan on the show is a real treat because I've been a fan for years and it's been interesting to watch him dip his toes into some darker waters in recent years in films like Dolly, Babylon, Blood for Dust, and God Is a Bullet. It was fun to pick his brain about consciously making that shift and why his film work often gives him a little more space to stretch than his TV work.
This Off Book episode is a trip into the deep dark woods, for a very special playdate! Our guest is Rod Blackhurst, director and co-writer of the new retro horror movie, Dolly. It's a film about a very scary house in the woods and the even scarier person who lives inside…and who wants nothing so much as a new toy of her own. Rod and I talk about the tone, gore and influences behind the movie – from 16mm classics to New French Extremity. We discuss the pathos of a truly great horror monster, and the physical performance that brings Dolly to terrifying life. I'm really cheering for this movie. It was so much more than I expected. Enjoy Support Talking Scared on Patreon Check out the Talking Scared Merch line – at VoidMerch Come talk books on Threads, Bluesky, and Instagram, or email direct to talkingscaredpod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In My Skin (2002), Inside (2007), and Martyrs (2008) While the French aren't widely known for their horror films, when they do enter the genre, it's often something special. A perfect example is Georges Franju's Eyes Without a Face (1960). With its stark realism and dark themes, it established a tone of discomfort and unease that still feels powerful today. In the early 2000s, a new wave of younger filmmakers took that sense of unease and pushed it much further, deliberately testing the limits of what audiences could tolerate. These films were often graphic, sometimes over-the-top, and frequently dealt with disturbing subject matter that lingered even when the violence or gore wasn't shown onscreen. Often, it wasn't what you saw that was hardest to watch, but the subject itself and the way it was presented. In this episode, we take on three titles that demonstrate the range of this movement, from deeply subversive and uncomfortable subject matter to films that push gore to extreme levels, while still challenging the viewer intellectually and emotionally. These are films that don't just shock in the moment, they can leave you unsettled for days after they end. That's powerful filmmaking. Films mentioned in this episode: Brotherhood of the Wolf (2001), Calvaire (2004), Dark Touch (2013), Diabolique (1955), Eyes Without A Face (1960), Frontier(s) (2007), Get Out (2017), High Tension (2003), The Horde (2009), I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997), In My Skin (2002), Inside (2007), Irreversible (2002), I Stand Alone (1998), Martyrs (2008), The Phantom of Liberty (1974), Raw (2016), Salo, or 120 Days of Sodom (1975), Scream (1996), The Shining (1980), The Tall Man (2012), Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003), Them (2006), Trouble Every Day (2001)
We're back and kicking off season 4 with the New French Extremity classic High Tension (2003) directed by Alexandre Aja!We also let listeners know that we now have beautiful bloody merch, with our chainsaw shirt now available for pre-order from gorethings.bigcartel.com
In this episode, we dive back into the listener suggestion pile to guide our focus back into the world of extreme horror. Consider this your content warning and brace yourselves as we tackle another of the all-time heavy hitters of extreme horror. Join us as we check out Pascal Laugier's Martyrs from 2008. Jason breaks down the New French Extremity movement while Dustin offers a very sobering first-time watch take on the film. But before all that, we've got some Thanksgiving-time viewings and a special extended discussion on Urotsukidoji as Dustin runs down the sequels. And so much more! Special thanks to Elena for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at genreexposure@gmail.com or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers (1988) & Good Boy (2025) & The Shrouds (2024) & The Last Thanksgiving (2020) -Dustin: The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025) & The Last Thanksgiving (2020) & Blood Rage (1987) & Urotsukidoji II: Legend of the Demon Womb (1991) & Urotsukidoji III: Return of the Overfiend (1993) & Urotsukidoji IV: Inferno Road (1995) & Urotsukidoji V: The Final Chapter (1996) Show Notes: -Martyrs Trailer -Go check out all the other fine shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Related Site: Does The Dog Die? -Related Film: Crimes of the Future -Related Topic: Tarantino vs. Paul Dano -Related Film: Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair -Related Short: Honest Trailer for Kill Bill -Related Series: Twin Peaks: The Return -Related Film: The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It -Related Film: The Curse of La Llorona -Related Topic: The Smurl Family Haunting -Related Film: The Conjuring -Related Film: The Conjuring 2 -Related Film: Occulus -Related Topic: Kings of Horror -Related Topic: Rhonda Shear's Up All Night -Related Film: Hell House LLC -Related Film: Pieces -Related Episode: “And the Children Shall Lead” from Star Trek: The Original Series -Related Series: Urotsukidoji: New Saga -Related Topic: Torture Porn -Related Film: Hostel -Related Film: Hostel: Part II -Related Film: Hostel: Part III -Related Film: Martyrs (2015) -Related Film: Speak No Evil -Related Film: Speak No Evil (2024) -Related Film: The Vanishing -Related Film: The Vanishing (1993) -Related Topic: French New Wave/New French Extremity -Related Film: High Tension -Related Film: Irreversible -Related Film: Calvaire -Related Film: Frontier(s) -Related Film: Inside -Related Film: Them -Related Film: Baise-Moi -Related Film: Saint Ange -Related Film: Ju-On: The Grudge -Related Film: The Babadook -Related Musicians: Seppuku Paradigm -Related Film: Hellraiser -Related Film: The Passion of Joan of Arc (1928) -Related Film: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre -Related Film: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003) -Related Film: Possession -Related Film: Halloween -Related Film: 300 -Related Film: Night at the Museum -Related Topic: Umbrella Entertainment -Related Game: Dead Space -Related Film: Us -Related Topic: Saint Catherine -Related Film: A Serbian Film -Related Film: The Passion of the Christ -Related Film: Mother! -Related Topic: Third Window Films -Related Topic: New Wave Video -Related Film: Strange Circus -Related Film: Noriko's Dinner Table -Related Film: Love Exposure Next Time: Love & Peace (2015)
We're talking about Alexandre Aja's film High Tension in our first step into New French Extremity! Items included are: Conversation about whether the film is homophobic, talking about how much Ebert hated this one, and a hearty dose of Muse in some chase scenes.Roger Ebert: https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/high-tension-2005Follow us on social media!https://casualhorrorpod.comhttps://bsky.app/profile/casualhorrorpod.comhttps://www.tumblr.com/casualhorrorpodhttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-obsessionOur website!https://www.casualhorrorpod.comFollow the hosts on their individual accountsEmma (They/Them)https://bsky.app/profile/jellyfwitch.bsky.socialhttps://letterboxd.com/emmapanadaNina (They/Them)https://bsky.app/profile/ninawolverina.bsky.socialhttps://www.tumblr.com/ninawolv3rinaNoah (He/They)https://letterboxd.com/Bubbadabadhttps://bsky.app/profile/bubbadabad.bsky.socialhttps://www.tumblr.com/bubbadabadJade (They/She)https://www.tumblr.com/whatisityouprayforhttps://letterboxd.com/thefakestfan
In this episode, we break down Alexandre Aja's High Tension (2003), a ferocious entry in the New French Extremity movement that fuses raw brutality with psychological collapse. Join The Dale, Cea, and Twan as we dissect this blood-soaked slasher, a film that begins as a home-invasion shocker and ends as a hallucinatory study of obsession and repression. Tune in as we break down the film's legacy. We'll talk about its place in early-2000s horror, its controversial narrative pivot, and why High Tension still divides audiences two decades later.
Frank sits down with Graveyard from Distance Nerding to revisit the cult favorite Trick 'r Treat. They unpack the film's comic-book anthology structure, Michael Dougherty's direction, how lighting and practical effects sell the Halloween vibe, and why “respecting the rules” is the movie's secret engine. The conversation widens into horror's ebb-and-flow trends, gateway recommendations, and a peek at Graveyard's current indie film projects. Timestamps and Topics 00:00 Intro and guest setup 00:10 First watch reactions and why this pick works 02:03 Two-minute plot challenge and interwoven stories overview 04:10 Rewatch factor and Halloween traditions 06:09 Nonlinear storytelling and comic-book anthology DNA 07:56 Michael Dougherty's vision, pacing, and writing credits 09:17 Warm candlelight, menace, and classic horror lighting tricks 10:04 Practical effects vs CGI, werewolf transforms, and Sam's design 12:11 Should Sam's mask ever come off and why he feels like the watcher 14:14 Favorite character: Principal Steven and the vampire misdirect 15:47 Mr. Kreeg, justice by “the rules,” and that doorbell payoff 18:35 Rhonda, lit pumpkins, and surviving by respecting tradition 19:41 Sam as the embodiment of Halloween and who can “see” him 21:21 Horror in the household and YA horror for younger fans 22:52 Family horror traditions, Halloween and IT 24:01 Horror as a time capsule for taboos and fears 24:40 Vampires vs zombies discourse and trend cycles 26:26 Walking Dead as drama and genre fatigue 27:12 Theme spotlight: respect the past and know the why behind traditions 28:23 From overlooked release to cult classic in a torture-porn era 29:02 New French Extremity, Scream waves, and subgenre swings 30:12 Prestige horror, supernatural return, and James Wan's run 31:20 Great directors who cut their teeth on horror 32:34 Daylight horror shoutout to Midsommar 33:47 What to watch next: Krampus, Creepshow, and hidden gem The Burning 36:16 Distance Nerding's The Build, Conversations in the Void, and Mostly Pod at Night Mostly 40:43 Indie projects: Fairfield County, Night Terrors, a werewolf short, and Decades of Horror 42:46 Wrap and how to connect Key Takeaways Trick 'r Treat works because the anthology threads actively interlock, rewarding attention without feeling like separate shorts. The “rules of Halloween” aren't window dressing. They're story fuel that decide who lives, who dies, and why. Lighting sells the tone shift. Warm, cozy frames flip to dread in an instant. Practical effects age better than quick-hit CGI, especially for werewolves and Sam. The movie's cult rise tracks with broader horror cycles moving from torture-focused trends to craft-first “prestige” horror. Horror often mirrors the fears and taboos of its moment, which is why the genre keeps evolving and resurfacing. Want more in this vein? Krampus keeps Dougherty's dark humor, while Creepshow nails the comic-panel anthology spirit. Quotes “He is the embodiment of Halloween. Sam.” — Graveyard “The nonlinear works great because it feels like a comic book adaptation.” — Graveyard “Respect the traditions of the past. If you don't know them, learn them.” — Graveyard “Walking Dead is a drama that happens to have some zombies on it.” — Graveyard “There are so many shots I'm looking for more than I would in a normal movie.” — Frank Call to Action Enjoyed the episode? Follow and rate the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, drop a short review, and share this one with a friend using #ChallengeAcceptedPod. Links and Resources GeekFreaksPodcast.com — our home base and the source of all news discussed during our podcast Distance Nerding shows mentioned: The Build, Mostly Pod at Night Mostly, Conversations in the Void Follow Us Instagram: @challengeacceptedlive TikTok: @challengeacceptedlive Twitter: @CAPodcastLive Email: challengeacceptedgfx@gmail.com Listener Questions Send your questions, hot takes, or future topics to challengeacceptedgfx@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram or Twitter. We'll feature our favorites in upcoming episodes. Apple Podcast Tags: Trick r Treat, Michael Dougherty, Anthology Horror, Sam, Halloween, Practical Effects, Anna Paquin, Dylan Baker, Brian Cox, Cult Classics, Horror Movie Discussion, Distance Nerding, Challenge Accepted Podcast
Shocktober continues with Marina de Van's unnerving and unforgettable In My Skin (Dans ma peau, 2002). Written, directed by, and starring de Van, the film follows Esther, a successful marketing executive whose accidental leg injury opens a darkly intimate portal to obsession and self-discovery. As she becomes fixated on her own wound, Esther's relationship with her body—and reality itself—begins to unravel in a visceral exploration of autonomy, alienation, and flesh as frontier.Axel Kohagen and Ben Buckingham join Mike for a deep dive into de Van's fearless vision, its connection to the New French Extremity, and the uneasy beauty found beneath the skin.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth-podcast--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth
Shocktober continues with Marina de Van's unnerving and unforgettable In My Skin (Dans ma peau, 2002). Written, directed by, and starring de Van, the film follows Esther, a successful marketing executive whose accidental leg injury opens a darkly intimate portal to obsession and self-discovery. As she becomes fixated on her own wound, Esther's relationship with her body—and reality itself—begins to unravel in a visceral exploration of autonomy, alienation, and flesh as frontier.Axel Kohagen and Ben Buckingham join Mike for a deep dive into de Van's fearless vision, its connection to the New French Extremity, and the uneasy beauty found beneath the skin.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth-podcast--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth
And now for something completely different... Well, not really. I Know That Face will continue to be your favourite character actor-focused podcast, but with a bit of a contemporary twist. For the first ten minutes of each show, we'll be discussing new trailers, new movies or just what we've been watching recently. This week, we're talking about the return of Daniel Day-Lewis in Anemone, the New French Extremity and some movies Stephen recently saw. In character actor territory, we're discussing one of Ireland's favourite sons, Aidan Gillen. From career beginnings in Some Mother's Son to some of his best TV work in Love/Hate and Game of Thrones, as well as his more recent work in Dublin detective drama Barber, we'll examine every smirking, sneering facet of Aidan Gillen's devilish smile. Andrew Twitter: @Andrew_Carroll0 Stephen Twitter: @StephenPorzio I Know That Face Twitter: @IKnowThatFaceP1 / Instagram: @iknowthatface / Facebook: @iknowthatfacepod Edited by Andrew Carroll and Stephen Porzio Intro and Outro Music: No Boundaries (motorik groove) by Keshco. Licence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode we discuss the New French Extremity nasty Inside (2007) directed by Julien Maury and Alexandre Bustillo. We also have a surprise cameo from a very special guest!This season of Gore Things is sponsored by Unusual Horror, use code GORETHINGS at check out for a 10% discount.
Episode 206: This week we welcome back Nichole of the Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast to talk motherhood, and what to expect while expecting murder & mayhem in the New French Extremity film Inside from 2007.Make sure to come back next week for Skincare from 2024.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-cut-above-horror-review--6354278/support.
Episode 205: We bring with us this week a A Cure for Wellness from 2017, for a more holistic episode. Pair with a nice tall glass of water.After your thirst is squenched, come back next week for another taste of A Cut Above as we cover the New French Extremity film Inside from 2017.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-cut-above-horror-review--6354278/support.
For better or worse, Bertrand Bonello's The Beast is one of the most memorable movies of 2024. A discombobulating sci-fi trip through time that stars Lea Seydoux and George Mackay, it explodes the kernel of loneliness at the center of Henry James' 1903 novella - The Beast in the Jungle - into something much more...perplexing.
Q. What do Jim Jarmusch, David Lynch, Quentin Tarantino, Wim Wenders and Bobcat Goldthwait have to do with the New French Extremity movement? A. Absolutely nothing but we talk about them anyway. Merry Christmas. Do your bit: Sign up to our Patreon for (almost) unedited and raw video versions of every new episode Rate and review us wherever you're listening Email us with your thoughts, questions, and FT slash fiction Follow us on Instagram, Bluesky and TikTok Check out Red Scare Industries Order 20 Years Of Dreaming And Scheming
In this very maternal episode of BFGE, Sarah treats her pregnant friend Amanda to a showing of "À l'intérieur" (Inside): a 2007 French slasher film written and directed by Alexandre Bustillo and Julien Maury. The film stars Béatrice Dalle as a scissor-wielding psychopath who terrorizes a pregnant widow (Alysson Paradis) on Christmas Eve. Although all BFGE episodes have a ~content warning~, this one has a ~content warning++~, please listen at your own risk!Also in this episode:Sarah beefs with her granola-making upstairs neighbors.The ladies discuss the best and worst of the new French extremity movement.Amanda makes Sarah dispose of an old toothbrush far scarier than anything the mind of a depraved French filmmaker could ever conjure up.Come and practice lamaze* with us!1988 interview with the beautiful & charismatic Beatrice Dalle(the pre-film interstitial is from a 1960s natural childbirth workshop)Like our stupid lil movie parties? Please drop us a rating on spotify/apple and follow us on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/brutalfilmgirlpod/
Once again transmogrifying old-school exploitation into her own feminist styling of New French Extremity, Coralie Fargeat trades in the empowered bloodletting of 2018's Revenge for body horror. Your mileage may vary with The Substance, but whether you wince, cackle, or simply abandon the theater out of disgust, one thing is quite clear: it's quite unforgettable.
We wrestle with the logic in this pillar of New French Extremity.
In honor of Mother's Day, we're joined by horror author Emma E. Murray to take a look at the Unwatchable side of motherhood. Today's films aren't afraid to put both small children and pregnant women in peril; they include possibly the single bloodiest film of the New French Extremity horror wave, as well as a truly demented (and underseen) Hitchcock riff. They are the 2007 French slasher film INSIDE, and Zack Parker's shocking 2013 psychodrama PROXY. You can find all of Emma's books at https://emmaemurray.com/ Unwatchables is hosted by Marc Dottavio and Seth Troyer, produced by Tony Scarpitti, featuring artwork by Micah Kraus. You can support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/unwatchables to get access to exclusive bonus content and weigh in on what we watch next. Find us online at www.unwatchablespod.com or shoot us an email at unwatchablespodcast@gmail.com. We're on Instagram and Twitter under @unwatchablespod. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unwatchablespod/message
Jon is finally back after his voice has returned so he finally catches up with Jamie on childhood favourites Robin Hood and The Mighty Ducks. Jamie also reacts to the Oscars, as well as covering the latest Indiana Jones, the Hunger Games saga and New French Extremity movies.
This month brings us a closer look into home invasion horror films. We are chatting about four films that follow the central theme in four different ways. For us to properly do this, we are beginning our new series that'll happen every other month, where a friend of the show joins us for an entire month to tackle these films! The Call is Coming from Inside the House with Shelby Novak from Scare You to Sleep to go over the New French Extremity home invasion film, Them! Follow Shelby: Instagram Twitter Next movie: Funny Games (1997) ————————————————————— Want to keep the horror chats alive? Do you want to join a super awesome community that loves the genre and Knight Light? Want to have access to exclusive content? It sounds like you should join our Discord! For as little as $2 a month, you can access Knight Light's full-month release schedule and participate in polls to choose the last film of the month! Click our Patreon link below to learn more about our tiers. ————————————————————— Gain access to our Patreon-exclusive show, MidKnight Hour, by signing up on our Patreon. Still on the fence? Sign up for a 7-day trial, and if you like what we offer, stick around! Want to be a part of the growth of Knight Light? Please support us at these links! PATREON | TWITTER | DISCORD | INSTAGRAM | PRINCE | FREDDY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Concluding our Was This Necessary Month with a Ghoulish Knights' Select for Suspiria directed by Luca Guadagnino. We put on our dancing shoes and leotards as we weaved together to create unimaginable rituals. Next month, we are covering home invasion horror films, starting with the New French Extremity film Them (2006) with Shelby Novak from Scare You To Sleep! ————————————————————— Want to keep the horror chats alive? Do you want to join a super awesome community that loves the genre and Knight Light? Want to have access to exclusive content? It sounds like you should join our Discord! ————————————————————— Gain access to our Patreon-exclusive show, MidKnight Hour, by signing up on our Patreon. Still on the fence? Sign up for a 7-day trial, and if you like what we offer, stick around! Want to be a part of the growth of Knight Light? Please support us at these links! PATREON | TWITTER | DISCORD | INSTAGRAM | PRINCE | FREDDY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“Women always have to put up a f*cking fight.” All we wanted was a sex holiday in the desert with our hot French boyfriend and now we have to kill his gross “associates.” Put on your pink star earrings and join the Lady Killers as they do drugs in a cave and chat about rape-revenge, New French Extremity, and female empowerment with Coralie Fargeat's Revenge. If you like the podcast, please rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us at @theladykpod on Twitter and @theladykillerspod on Instagram and Bluesky Connect with your co-hosts: Jenn: @jennferatu on Twitter, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky Sammie: @srkdall on Twitter and Instagram, @srkdallreads Bookstagram Mae: @eversonpoe on all social media platforms, music at eversonpoe.bandcamp.com Rocco: @roccotthompson on Twitter, @rosemarys_gayby on Instagram Cover Art: David (@the_haunted_david, @the_haunted_david_art) Logo Art: Meg (@sludgework) Music: Mae (@eversonpoe)
Watch the road and finish your knitting project because we're delving back into the world of New French Extremity with a festive look at Julien Maury and Alexandre Bustillo's 2007 home invasion film Inside. Join us as we laud lead actresses Béatrice Dalle and Alysson Paradis for their visceral performances before putting the film's narrative into the context of the 2005 French riots that serve as the background setting of the film. Plus: a very emotive CGI fetus, the deadliest scissors you'll ever see, and some very incompetent law enforcement officers. Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, Facebook, or join the Facebook Group to get in touch with other listeners > Trace: @tracedthurman > Joe: @bstolemyremote Be sure to support the boys on Patreon! Theme Music: Alexander Nakarada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For this episode, Nichole is joined by writer/podcaster (a fellow Pod Squad member to boot) Jenn Adams to discuss the 2007 New French Extremity film, Inside. They discuss the scars and the toll – physical and emotional – that can come with pregnancy and childbirth.Connect with Jenn: @jennferatuWant to recommend a film to be covered, or just reach out and say hello? Of course you do! Find me on X? Twitter? Twix? at @BodiesHorror or fine me on BlueSky at bodiesofhorror. I have just started posting on Instagram, so you can find me over there at https://www.instagram.com/bodiesofhorrorpodcast. You can also shoot me an e-mail at bodiesofhorror@gmail.com.Intro and outro music is “The Wind Frazzled Your Long Brown Hair” by Flashback81. Follow them at Twitter now, too: @81flashbackIf you like the podcast, please rate, review, and subscribe!Discover more fabulously spooky Anatomy of a Scream Pod Squad shows at anatomyofascream.com and follow the network on Twitter and Instagram @aoas_xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tonight, join Matt, Andrew & special guest Justin McLaughlin as they break down the 2008 French film, Martyrs!Often cited as a landmark film in the New French Extremity movement, Martyrs certainly is not for the faint of heart. Tune in for a full breakdown and discussion!- We're now an affiliate of Fangoria! Visit Fangoria's Shop & use code HOMETOWNHORRORPOD for an exclusive 20% discount!- A reminder that we're now a part of Horror Facts Magazine!- All Music, Sound Editing & Audio Production by Shaun O'Loughlin of Sky Wheel Media#Martyrs #PascalLaugier #NewFrenchExtremity #HorrorMovies #2008Horror #20008Movies #PsychologicalHorror #ExtremeHorror #Horror #HorrorPodcast #HorrorFactsDotCom #Fangoria #AHHPod #AmericasHometownHorror #PlymouthMA
Alix may be back and 2/3 hosts are worse for wear, but we power on! We're tackling the gruesome and intense home invasion New French Extremity film, Inside from 2007! Alix came back just in time for the pregnancy horror film that can make anyone squirm in their seats, it's a short episode but a good one -- check it out!
linktr.ee/CatchingUpOnCinema It's October, so that means it's once again time for Catching Up On Cinema's annual, “Kyle's Killer October” event month! All month long, Catching Up On Cinema's resident horror enthusiast, Kyle, will be taking creative control of the program, offering up new reviews for a wide variety of horror flicks from week to week. This week, Kyle and Trevor review Alexandre Aja's, Haute/High Tension (2003)! An early film in the unofficial, “New French Extremity” movement of the 2000's, Alexandre Aja's Haute/High Tension (2003) is a slickly produced, beautifully shot, and exceptionally brutal home invasion thriller with a novel twist. Best experienced without spoilers, the film is nevertheless a very taut and immediate experience, such that it proves a worthwhile horror experience, even divorced from its twists and gimmicks. Follow us on Instagram @catchinguponcinema Follow us on Twitter @CatchingCinema
Jigsaw's long-term apprentice Mia Lee Vicino sat down with the director of Saw X, Kevin Greutert, to pick his brain about the long-running horror franchise. Kevin has edited the first five Saw films, directed fan-favorite Saw VI and Saw 3D, and now returns to the electric director's chair for the tenth installment, which is—as of recording—the most critically acclaimed Saw since Lawrence and Adam initially got trapped in that fateful bathroom nineteen years ago. We chat about the beauty and brutality of New French Extremity and practical gore, which Saw traps we could most likely survive and whether or not Jigsaw's claims of “never having killed anyone” are credible, or just delusional. Blades up, little murder puppets! Credits: Recorded in Brooklyn NY and Los Angeles CA. Edited by Slim. Theme music: “Vampiros Danceoteque” by Moniker. Editorial producer: Brian Formo. Production manager: Sophie Shin. The Letterboxd Show is a TAPEDECK production.
Bonjour! This week Mike is joined by Den of Geek's Editor-In-Chief Rosie Fletcher to dip back into the grizzly, angry world of New French Extremity for a discussion of HIGH TENSION (2003) and ILS (2006). Plus, Leonie Rowland, co-director of GRIMMFEST, pops in to talk about the awesome programme of films at this year's festival... Join us at this year's GRIMMFEST in Manchester! Buy your pass and check out the incredible line-up (including some awesome EOH screenings and events) Music by Jack Whitney. Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Keep an eye on all our UPCOMING EVENTS Buy tickets for our next upcoming EVOLUTION OF HORROR PRESENTS screening at the Genesis Cinema! www.evolutionofhorror.com/genesis You can now buy Evolution of Horror merch on our TeePublic store! www.evolutionofhorror.com/merchandise Subscribe and donate on PATREON for bonus monthly content and extra treats... www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Email us! Follow us on TWITTER Follow us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Join the DISCUSSION GROUP Join the DISCORD Follow us on LETTERBOXD Mike Muncer is a producer, podcaster and film journalist and can be found on TWITTER
There was a head-to-head battle between two New French Extremity films for our Ghoulish Knights' Selects month! Martyrs vs. Frontier(s)! This was one of our wildest battles yet; it was a very close call, but eventually, Martyrs came out on top. Next week our final battle on patreon.com/KnightLightPod is between Freddy vs. Jason vs. Alien vs. Predator! ————————————————————— Want to keep the horror chats alive? Do you want to join a super awesome community that loves the genre and Knight Light? Want to have access to exclusive content? It sounds like you should join our Discord! ————————————————————— Gain access to our Patreon-exclusive show, MidKnight Hour, by signing up on our Patreon. Still on the fence? Sign up for a 7-day trial, and if you like what we offer, stick around! Want to be a part of the growth of Knight Light? Please support us at these links! PATREON | TWITTER | PRINCE | FREDDY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I think it is safe to say that Dario Argento loves a good color palette for his films, so why not put two of them head-to-head for our Ghoulish Knights' Selects month! We put Tenebrae against Deep Red, and Deep Red took the knife, sticking it directly into the back of Tenebrae! Swiftly knocking out the competition. Next week our Ghoulish Knights on patreon.com/KnightLightPod voted for the fight on who's the most intense New French Extremity film, Frontier(s) or Martyrs!? ————————————————————— Want to keep the horror chats alive? Do you want to join a super awesome community that loves the genre and Knight Light? Want to have access to exclusive content? It sounds like you should join our Discord! ————————————————————— Gain access to our Patreon-exclusive show, MidKnight Hour, by signing up on our Patreon. Still on the fence? Sign up for a 7-day trial, and if you like what we offer, stick around! Want to be a part of the growth of Knight Light? Please support us at these links! PATREON | TWITTER | PRINCE | FREDDY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest this week is Atlanta-via-St. Louis rapper-producer Chester Watson. We spoke about Playstation 2 emulators, Snowfall, Everything Everywhere All At Once, Beau is Afraid, The Wiz, films of the New French Extremity movement, longevity in music, being inspired by the modern underground, how his approach to writing has changed over the last decade, the art of the concept album, and the creative process behind his latest album Fish Don't Climb Trees.Visit Dreadsock.com and use promo code "CINEMASAI" for 10% off your first order!Fish Don't Climb Trees will be available wherever music is sold, streamed, or stolen on June 30, 2023. Follow Chester on Instagram (@chesterwatson) and Twitter (@chstrwtsn) Follow me on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), TikTok (@cinemasai), and Letterboxd (@CineMasai) Support the show
We want to start off by saying we're sorry for this one! It's PsydeShow's turn at the wheel and he's driving us all insane with Claire Denis' 2002 addition to the New French Extremity genre, Trouble Every Day. This is a pretty harrowing watch, so we'll understand if you want to skip viewing it yourself, even though we highly recommend it before listening. The film follows two American newlyweds, Shane and June Brown, honeymooning in Paris. Only, Shane has ulterior motives and is in search of a cure for a ravenous disease he's contracted that gives him quite the literal lust for blood. Fair warning, it gets bleak. TW: sexual assault/violence, suicidal ideation, gore, heavy petting, and Beatrice Dalle Be sure to like/subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@thedevilsworkpodcast2191 Join the discussion on Facebook (The Devil's Work Podcast) and Instagram @thedevilsworkpod We're on Letterboxed! https://letterboxd.com/evelyn_mars/list/the-devils-work-podcast/ Email us your own reviews about the films or your thoughts on episodes at: thedevilsworkpodcast@gmail.com
Join us as we debate the merits of multiple rewatches of this early aughts New French Extremity. ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: Article referenced: https://www.intomore.com/film/remembering-homophobic-transphobic-horror-high-tension/ ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: For the month of June we will be matching all of our Patreon proceeds and donating them to The Trevor Project. If you would like to donate independently you can do so at https://give.thetrevorproject.org/give/63307/#!/donation/checkout Author and friend of the pod Robert P. Ottone has graciously offered a collection of his works, signed, to the independent donor with the highest donation at the end of the month. You may send proof of donation to him through direct message on Instagram or Twitter - @robertottone ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: Visit our website for episodes, blogs, reviews, and short stories: https://whatsyourleastfavoritescarymovie.com/ Follow us for daily fun, polls, and calls for reviews: Twitter (@LeastFavPod) Instagram (@leastfavoritescarymoviepodcast) Facebook (What's Your (Least) Favorite Scary Movie?) Trav's Instagram for more of his cool art (@groovykami) Trav's Twitter (@Travlawl) Talia's Instagram, because you can't have too many puppy pictures in your life (@ill.talia.what) E-mail us: leastfavoritescarymovie@gmail.com Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/people/WYLFSMPod/shop Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Whatsyourleastfavoritescarymovie
Oui oui au Francais! We go back to the Croisette – where we are immediately escorted far, far away – and finish what we've started with a TRIO of the most famous horror films in the New French Extremity movement of the early 2000s. That's right, grab your finest pair of shears, dust off that old concrete saw, and flay your skin off your body as we cover INSIDE (2007), HIGH TENSION (2003), and MARTYRS (2008). We also go deep on some recent viewings (Curtis watched too much stuff, what can we say) including, because who would we be if we didn't weigh in, James Gunn's trilogy capper, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Bet we're the only podcast to put Martyrs and Guardians in the same episode description. Enjoy! 00:00 - 21:19ish: Friendship! We intro discussing Chet Hanks (Cody had never heard of him), sommeliers, Gary Vaynerchuck (only Lucas had ever heard of him), Lucas' grandma's favorite snack, the actual best pizza on the planet (Apollonia's in Los Angeles), group texts and who we reach out to for specific help, and how incapable most of us are at basic handy things. 21:19ish - 1:12:35ish : What we watched recently! Curtis (he apologizes deeply, but there are some solid recs here): Sisu, Guardians of the Galaxy, Rolling Thunder, Cop Land, The Lure, Snake Eyes (1998), All Eyes, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Insidious: Chapter 3, Parasite, BKO: Bangkok Knockout, Ip Man, Speed, The Fast and the Furious, Fast X, Cobra, Thirst, Sorcerer, and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Austin: John Wick Chapter 4, Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation & Fallout, and BlackBerry. Cody: Sisu, Queen of the Damned, The Crow (Cody went to Mall Goth Fest in Vegas), Akira, Black Adam, and Sorcerer. Lucas: Chainsaw Man and Cam. 1:12:35ish - 1:22:05ish Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 discussion (we f*cking love James Gunn so much). 1:22:05ish - 2:38:10ish - Martyrs, Inside, High Tension, and the New French Extremity! 2:38:10ish - End: What we're watching next time!
Critic and programer Justine Peres Smith joins me to discuss four films from the New French Extremity movement: Trouble Every Day, In My Skin, Inside, and Martyrs. We discuss Justine's work on religious devotion and body horror and apply it to this group of films. Sign up for my patreon at patreon.com/girlsgutsgiallo! Bibliography: West, Alexandra . 2016. Films of the New French Extremity: Visceral Horror and National Identity. McFarland & Company.
Episode 163: Fabrice Du Welz. The recently remastered and rereleased Calvaire (2004) aka The Ordeal, and Alleluia (2014) are the first two entries in a trilogy written and directed Belgian filmmaker Fabrice Du Welz, often associated with New French Extremity horror.
Look, we're all human. Even if we prefer to think of ourselves as dark-dwelling, bloodthirsty creatures, there is always something that will remind us that we're just big sacks of goo that can easily be dismantled – or forget to hit record on our podcast. We dive deeper than we maybe have before this week and face new elements of existential crisis tackling our first foray (at least on the show) into New French Extremity (a term you will hear us say ad nauseam, so apologies in advance). We are also somewhat proud to say that after 60+ episodes of recording we have yet to do something truly silly like forget to press that pesky record button – until today. So, like the French filmmakers of the ‘00s, we're bringin' heat right out of the gate. Please enjoy our discussion on Claire Denis' TROUBLE EVERY DAY and let us know, do we need to make Cody watch MARTYRS again? Follow us all on Letterboxd and the usual spots to tell us these things! 00:00 - 37:00ish - Friendship stuff and what we watched this week: Take 2! Austin: M3GAN Cody: Cocaine Bear, Toy Story 2, The Creature From the Black Lagoon in 3D Lucas: The Creature From the Black Lagoon in 3D Curtis: The Creature From the Black Lagoon in 3D, High Life, Roh, Magic Mike's Last Dance, Creed, and Sheitan 37:00ish - 1:27:45ish - TROUBLE EVERY DAY - SHUDdown and discussion 1:27:45ish - End - Our next movie!
Tim and Brennan are closing out their month of examining horror films that take place around Christmas without specifically being ABOUT Christmas. In order to do so in style, they're covering the New French Extremity entry INSIDE, which is set over Christmas Eve! Love the Podcast? Leave us a review! Follow Alternate Ending on Twitter and Instagram Follow Brennan on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd Follow Tim on Letterboxd Support Alternate Ending and check out our member perks, including voting for the films we cover on this program, via the Alternate Ending Patreon page!
We're talking New French Extremity on this week's episode on HIGH TENSION (2005)! Katie Rife joins us again to discuss this Alexandre Aja film that doesn't work, Aja's other films and link everything back to Pierre Escargot. Twitter: @AlmostMajor Kevin: @kevbonesy on Twitter/Letterboxd Bryden: @BrydenDoyle on Twitter + @JDoyle on Letterboxd Charlie: @ctnash91 on Twitter/Letterboxd Our guest, Katie Rife: @RifewithKatie on Twitter + @katierife on Letterboxd
This week, Mary Beth and Terry and joined by author Eric LaRocca to talk about books, queer creators and his fascination with dark stories. After discussing his relationship to the horror genre and the first time he experienced queer writers, we discuss his buzzy novellas Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke and You've Lost A Lot of Blood. Then we discuss the infamous New French Extremity film Martyrs, including why it terrified him, how he saw it and its lasting influence. Along the way, we have disagreements about the film and dig into its structure, the horror and the meanings behind all of it. It's a great discussion about a divisive film!You can follow Eric on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow along with his work at his website. His novella You've Lot A Lot of Blood is available at a wide range of places and 50% of the proceeds from ebook and paperback sales of You've Lost A Lot of Blood will be donated to Trans Lifeline! So go check it out.Follow Mary Beth, Terry and the Podcast on Twitter.Spotify now has a rating system, so please take a moment to go rate us there. And please give us a rating and review on iTunes. It really helps us out with the algorithms. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Hidey-Ho friends!Grab your comfort blankie and hold onto your kneecaps because this week, we're diving into the world of New French Extremity films. Tune in to hear us chat about our favs, things we can't unsee, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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