Podcasts about subgenres

Paul Thomas Anderson just made an action movie you can take your in-laws to without a 20-minute lecture about American masculinity and bowling metaphors. One Battle After Another is PTA's $175 million plunge into the now, mixing the absurdity of a stoner dad in a bathrobe with a razor-sharp allegory about fascism, power, and family. Leonardo DiCaprio leads as a washed-up revolutionary trying to rescue his daughter (Chase Infinity) from Sean Penn's snarling, broken military villain, and the result is both wildly funny and uncomfortably timely.Pete Wright, Tommy Metz III, and Steve Sarmento dig deep into the contradictions and triumphs of the film. They debate Sean Penn's feral Lockjaw, the Christmas Adventurers Club (absurdist satire or terrifying cabal?), and the grounded humanity of the father-daughter story that anchors the spectacle. From Benicio del Toro's Zen “Sensei” to Johnny Greenwood's jagged score to the breathtaking desert chase sequence, the conversation unpacks how PTA manages to hold together chaos, comedy, and heartbreak in a film that already feels like one of the year's defining works.As always, the panelists disagree (sometimes passionately) on the ending, the satire, and whether it all needs that extra denouement in Office 55. But they unite on one point: this is the kind of audacious, ambitious, theatrical cinema you absolutely need to see on the biggest screen you can find.Links & NotesWatch Now: Apple TV | Amazon | LetterboxdOriginal Theatrical TrailerVery Loosely Adapted from Vineland (Classic, 20th-Century, Penguin) by Thomas Pynchon Support The Next Reel Family of Film Podcasts:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | YouTube | PinterestYour Hosts: Pete | JJ | Steve | Tommy | Andy | Ocean Shop & Stream:Merch Store: Apparel, stickers, mugs & moreWatch Page: Buy/rent films we've discussedOriginals: Source material from our episodesSpecial offers: Letterboxd Pro/Patron discount | Audible

Sometimes horror doesn't need a killer in a mask—it just needs gravity, leaky plumbing, and a loose screw. This week Pete, Tommy, Kynan, and Chelsea dive headlong into the beautifully deranged contraptions of fate in the Final Destination series. We zero in on films one, two, five, and six, skipping the middle entries (with Chelsea reluctantly leaving her beloved roller coaster behind) to track how the franchise evolved from eerie paranoia to glossy spectacle—and sometimes back again.What makes these films so uniquely unnerving? They erase the safe distance of supernatural slashers and drop death right in our kitchens, on our highways, and even at the optometrist. From the infamous log truck pile-up in Final Destination 2 to the unexpectedly brilliant twist of Final Destination 5, the series keeps daring us to see everyday objects as lethal Rube Goldberg machines. Along the way, we debate the rules of death (are they rules or just improv?), celebrate Tony Todd as the connective tissue of the franchise, and wrestle with whether the overpolished look of Bloodlines makes its gore more cartoonish than chilling. And yes, we all pick our favorite kills—expect airbags, bathtubs, and gymnastic mats to come up in conversation.It's a franchise that's as much about philosophy as phobia—existential dread wrapped in popcorn horror, where the fun lies in watching fate toy with its victims like a sadistic game master. Whether you love the paranoia of not knowing which object will strike next or the catharsis of absurd spectacle, Final Destination has a death with your name on it. Join us, as we laugh, squirm, and admit how these movies have ruined car rides, kitchen appliances, and even snow globes forever.Featured FilmsTonight's Quadruple Feature:Final Destination 1 - Apple TV | Amazon | LetterboxdFinal Destination 2 - Apple TV | Amazon | LetterboxdFinal Destination 5 - Apple TV| Amazon | LetterboxdFinal Destination Bloodlines - Apple TV | Amazon | Letterboxd

Tyler and David are joined by Matt Warren to compare various horror movies to different heavy metal subgenres.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textThere are only so many horror subgenres we can discuss before we get to Possession Movies! From Demons to Dolls, we will leave no stone unturned! PLEASE REMEMBER TO SUBSCRIBE! THANK YOU FOR THE SUPPORT

Animale | Das Tier in dir "Animale" erzählt von Nejma, die in der Camargue als einzige Frau für den traditionsreichen Stierkampf trainiert und sich damit in einer von Männern dominierten Welt behauptet. Nach einer Nacht in der Wildnis wacht sie verletzt und verändert auf – ein Geheimnis, das sie zu bewahren versucht, während ein tödlicher Vorfall die Gemeinschaft erschüttert. Der Film wurde im Vorfeld bereits als feministischer Body-Horror gefeiert, ein Subgenre, das zuletzt mit Titeln wie "The Substance", "Titane" oder "The Ugly Stepsister" für Aufsehen sorgte. Ob "Animale", der am 25. September in den deutschen Kinos startet, ebenfalls für Gesprächsstoff sorgen wird, bleibt abzuwarten – doch Johannes und Stu verraten, ob sich der Kinobesuch lohnt. Viel Spaß mit der neuen Folge vom Tele-Stammtisch! Trailer Werdet Teil unserer Community und besucht unseren Discord-Server! Dort oder auch auf Instagram könnt ihr mit uns über Filme, Serien und vieles mehr sprechen. Wir liefern euch launige und knackige Filmkritiken, Analysen und Talks über Kino- und Streamingfilme und -serien - immer aktuell, informativ und mit der nötigen Prise Humor. Website | Youtube | PayPal | BuyMeACoffee Großer Dank und Gruß für das Einsprechen unseres Intros geht raus an Engelbert von Nordhausen - besser bekannt als die deutsche Synchronstimme Samuel L. Jackson! Thank you very much to BASTIAN HAMMER for the orchestral part of the intro! I used the following sounds of freesound.org: 16mm Film Reel by bone666138 wilhelm_scream.wav by Syna-Max backspin.wav by il112 Crowd in a bar (LCR).wav by Leandros.Ntounis Short Crowd Cheer 2.flac by qubodup License (Copyright): Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)

In this episode were joined by our good friend TheMovieGinger where we talk about our favorite horror subgenres and some of our favorite films.Follow us!Tiktik & IG - @welcometocreepycamp

Liebe Freundinnen und Freunde des guten Horrorfilms, Devils & Demons ist zurück aus der Sommerpause und startet direkt mit einem viel gewünschten Thema. Eigentlich hatten wir mit zwei Episoden zum Beginner's Guide to Horror schon alles gesagt. Dachten wir zumindest. Aber euch sind noch zahlreiche, wirklich gute Kategorien und Subgenre eingefallen, die wir besprechen und listen sollten. Also haben sich Teresa, André und Chris erneut hingesetzt, gefachsimpelt, diskutiert, Vetos eingelegt aber auch viel Einigkeit gezeigt. Viel Spaß mit Folge 395!

Out in the remote villages of South Korea, Indonesia, and Thailand, belief isn't just tradition—it's infrastructure. In this month's episode of Sitting in the Dark, guest host Andy Nelson takes Pete Wright, Tommy Metz III, and Kynan Dias on a journey into three modern horror films that weaponize spiritual legacy: The Wailing (2016), Impetigore (2019), and The Medium (2021). Each film presents a different lens on the collision between folk belief and contemporary life, and none of them offers easy answers.The panel dives deep into the disorienting tone shifts of The Wailing, where slapstick cops and demonic rituals clash with devastating consequences. They unpack the haunting beauty and brutal tradition behind Impetigore, a film that begins in a toll booth and ends in generational damnation. And The Medium, with its immersive mockumentary format, challenges our understanding of family, fate, and whether gods actually have your best interests at heart.What unites these films? An unnerving thesis: belief might not protect you—it might damn you. These aren't stories of good versus evil. They're stories about what happens when spiritual systems—old and new, global and local—overlap and collapse. And in the end, maybe the most terrifying realization is that all these spirits, deities, and curses… simply don't care what you believe.Join us this month as we stare into the spiritual void, question the value of ritual, and contemplate the horror of legacy itself.Film SundriesThe List on LetterboxdWatch the movies discussed:The Wailing: Apple • Amazon • LetterboxdImpetigore: Apple • Amazon • LetterboxdThe Medium: Apple • Amazon • Letterboxd (00:00) - Welcome to Sitting in the Dark (02:19) - Asian Horror with Andy! (15:13) - The Wailing (31:21) - Impetigore (49:27) - The Medium Support The Next Reel Family of Film Podcasts:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | YouTube | PinterestYour Hosts: Kyle | Kynan | Pete | TommyShop & Stream:Merch Store: Apparel, stickers, mugs & moreWatch Page: Buy/rent films we've discussedOriginals: Source material from our episodesSpecial offers: Letterboxd Pro/Patron discount | Audible

Wir haben auf unserer musikalischen Reise, bereits die verschiedensten Orte besucht. Von Somalia, über Japan bis nach Brasilien. Doch zum Ende unseres Themenschwerpunkts „Um die Welt“ geht es noch einmal nach Europa. Den in Belgien liegt der Ursprung eines Subgenres, dass die Musikgeschichte des Landes in den 70er Jahren geprägt hat. (superfly.fm)

Send us a textMany of us love to discuss Slasher Movies, but how often to do we think of what makes them a Slasher? It's not as easy to describe when asked but in this episode we hope to get to the root of that question. PLEASE REMEMBER TO SUBSCRIBE! THANK YOU FOR THE SUPPORT

Mit Witches' Hollow (Das Hexenloch) bereichert August Derleth die unheimliche Literatur um ein interessantes Subgenre: die phantastische Schulgeschichte.

Case Notes, August 30th, 2025: A suspiciously cozy murder mystery has been committed. The suspects—Tommy Metz III, Mandy Kaplan, Steve Sarmento, and Justin “JJ” Jaeger—have assembled remotely, each with their own dubious alibis and hot takes. The film: The Thursday Murder Club, Netflix's big adaptation of Richard Osman's beloved novel. The crime? A charming cast, a confusing mystery, and a script that may or may not have committed third-degree exposition.This month's Film Board roundtable dives headfirst into the soft lighting and softer stakes of this senior-led whodunit. JJ comes in as the film's most vocal defender, praising its character-driven structure and comparing it (gasp!) to Knives Out. Tommy and Steve are less convinced, calling the movie pleasant but forgettable, faulting everything from flat cinematography to emotionally neutered finales. Mandy, the show's resident Osman superfan, mourns the depth lost in translation from page to screen. Pete, meanwhile, accuses Chris Columbus of directing every scene like it's the trailer—and not in a good way.From plot structure and adaptation choices to the aesthetics of Cooper's Chase and the misuses of Sir Ben Kingsley, this episode covers it all. Was it a missed opportunity or just an okay pizza? Can Helen Mirren's exposition dumps be forgiven? Did we really need the cold case? Should somebody address the case of Jonathan Pryce?If you love spirited disagreement, spoilers aplenty, and occasional emotional whiplash caused by the word “cake,” this is your episode.Watch & DiscoverWatch Now: NetflixOriginal Theatrical TrailerAdapted from The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman Support The Next Reel Family of Film Podcasts:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | YouTube | PinterestYour Hosts: Pete | JJ | Steve | Tommy | Andy | Ocean Shop & Stream:Merch Store: Apparel, stickers, mugs & moreWatch Page: Buy/rent films we've discussedOriginals: Source material from our episodesSpecial offers: Letterboxd Pro/Patron discount | Audible

This week, we are missing our best friend Colby, but the show must go on and we swear it's a fun one! We are talking all about our favorite horror sub-genres and like…why are there so many of them??! There's news, physical media, horror movies, and sub-genres to be talked about, so strap in and enjoy the show!  If you have enjoyed listening to our show, then give us a 5-star rating. We'd greatly appreciate it!    Be sure to follow, Like, and Subscribe to us on all our social media sites: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@houseofghoulsMerch: https://goreclown.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HouseofGhoulsPodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/houseofghoulspodcast/  Discord: https://discord.gg/ghoulsquad You can find Crystal on social media here:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@horrornightsinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystal_hni/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/HorrorNightsIn    You can find Ian on social media here: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ian.vanghoulInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ianvanghoul/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IanVanGhoulLetterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/ianVanGhoul/  You can find Colby on social media here: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@colby_does_horror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colby.does.horror/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Colby.Does.HorrorLetterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/colbydoeshorror/  House of Ghouls ThemeWritten by Ian VanGhoul Produced, Recorded, and Performed by Jimmy Mowery  Check out Jimmy's music and socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmymowery/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/58e8QpVKO4GflSPwWIMhmw?si=ONJ2snr-Qr6ep_Gi2R2_UwYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jimmymowerymusic  MK Ultra  (Used with permission from Victor Gabriel and Tate Labianca)Music written and performed by: Tate Labianca Music engineered by: Vincent Peters (Sumo Audio) Shot and edited by: Vincent Peters (Sumo Audio) Directed by: Victor Gabriel Check out the music video here: https://youtu.be/LhDikR8Dn2Q?si=vLqtQJAiBRmyHFV0  Thanks for listening. Have a great week and stay safe out there!!

Some horror films end with a twist. These films start with a premise, wait until you've buckled in, and then swerve into oncoming traffic. Welcome to Rug Pullers, the subgenre where the story you thought you were watching was the bait. This week, Tommy, Pete, Kynan, and guest Chelsea Stardust tear into three films that gleefully yank the floorboards out from under you: Ghostwatch (1992), the BBC broadcast that gaslit an entire country into thinking their telly was haunted; Barbarian (2022), a movie that weaponizes airbnbs; and Strange Darling (2023), a predator–prey thriller that rearranges itself so often it could qualify as Lego.We debate whether Barbarian's “mother” is a monster or the most tragic character in the film, whether Ghostwatch's bumbling TV presenters are brilliant or just British, and whether Strange Darling's chapter titles are clever or just yelling at you in big fonts. Chelsea Stardust brings a filmmaker's take on horror tropes, Kynan grapples with whether rug-pulls are honest shocks or cinematic pranks, and Pete wonders if humanity should collectively agree never to go into creepy basement-basements again.These movies sucker punch. They remind you that horror isn't about the monster in the dark, it's about the floor that you're standing on... and how you never noticed that it is made of quicksand.Featured FilmsTonight's Triple Feature:Ghostwatch - Apple TV | Amazon | LetterboxdBarbarian - Apple TV | Amazon | LetterboxdStrange Darling - Apple TV | Amazon | LetterboxdView Our List on Letterboxd (00:00) - Welcome to Sitting in the Dark (03:02) - Introducing Chelsea Stardust! (04:18) - Rug Pullers (05:55) - Ghostwatch (09:07) - GW1 (09:29) - Ghostwatch (25:08) - GW2 (25:41) - Ghostwatch (31:21) - GW3 (31:51) - Barbarian (55:01) - Strange Darling (01:16:23) - Coming Attractions Support The Next Reel Family of Film Podcasts:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | YouTube | PinterestYour Hosts: Kyle | Kynan | Pete | TommyShop & Stream:Merch Store: Apparel, stickers, mugs & moreWatch Page: Buy/rent films we've discussedOriginals: Source material from our episodesSpecial offers: Letterboxd Pro/Patron discount | Audible

Eine Schatzkiste für Autor:innen: Von Frauenromanen über Bücher, die bei den Wikingern oder im Antiken Rom spielen, bis zu Regency und Historical Romance. Und ganz neu: Historically inspired New Adult! Das Genre Historische Romane oder Historical Fiction umfasst unzählige Subgenres mit eigenen Regeln und Tropes. Über das Schreiben in diesem großen Genre-Feld sprechen Hanna und Laura heute. Das erwartet dich in dieser Folge:-Was genau sind eigentlich historische Romane und was macht dieses Genre besonders?-Was sind die Unterschiede zwischen Büchern “für Frauen” und “für Männer”-Welche Subgenres gibt es und was sind ihre Besonderheiten?Außerdem erzählt Laura ein bisschen über den Arbeitsprozess hinter ihrem historischen New Adult-Roman “Der Funke zwischen uns”!Links aus der Folge:✩Lauras Buch: https://revolutionromance.de/✩Unsere Folge mit Iny Lorentz: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0DuCDowQuzxl9G4gqZGomy?si=RgJJxzAWQyKBw5lrIOnTkg✩Melissa David's Regency Romane (das Crowdfunding ist leider schon abgeschlossen): https://mel-david.de/das-smaragd-collier/Stelle dich deinem fantastischen Buchabenteuer mit denZeilenschlingern! In dieser Reihe von 12 Online-Workshops begleiten wir dichSchritt für Schritt durch den gesamten Schreibprozess.✩ Jetzt mehr erfahren: https://zeilenschlinger.de/fantastisches-buchabenteuer/Komm jetzt in unseren Zeilenschlinger Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/nRnDa5xt36Du möchtest mit Chris an deinem Buch arbeiten? Egal, ob Lektorat, Beratung oder Coaching, hier findest du mehr zu ihren Angeboten und wie du sie kontaktieren kannst: https://christineroedl.de/Du bist Fantasy-Autor:in und möchtest dich optimal auf den Schreibmarathon im November vorbereiten?✩ Dann hol dir jetzt den Fantastischen Preptober vom Zeilenschlinger und starte im Schreibmonat voll durch! https://elopage.com/s/Zeilenschlinger/fantastischer-preptober Du möchtest deine Marketing-Planung digital angehen?✩ Dann hol dir jetzt den Zugangzum Trello-Board "Plotte dein Autor:innenmarketing"✩ Als Hörerin desZeilenschlinger-Podcasts bekommst du 20 Prozent Rabatt mit dem Gutscheincode: "Schling". Du möchtest Ordnung in das Chaos deines Autor:innen-Lebens bringen?✩ Dann hol dir jetzt den Zugangzur "All-In-One Notion-Vorlage für Autorinnen" https://elopage.com/s/Zeilenschlinger/organisiere-dein-autor-innen-leben Du kämpfst (immer mal wieder) mit einer Schreibblockade?✩ Dann hol dir jetzt unserenOnline-Kurs "In 30 Tagen Schreibblockaden überwinden" https://elopage.com/s/Zeilenschlinger/in-30-tagen-schreibblockaden-ueberwinden-90034d47 Du willst dein Buch im Podcast vorstellen oder als Dienstleister:in in der Buchbubble, deine Kund:innen erreichen?✩ Informiere dich hier: https://www.zeilenschlinger.de/werbeplatz Kennt ihr schon unseren Arschtritt des Monats?✩ Als Newsletter-Abonnenterhältst zu exklusiven Zugang zu unserer Datenbank, in der wir Vorlagen undChecklisten zu unseren Themen teilen.✩ Du erhältst Einblick inunseren persönlichen Schreibprozess.✩ Hier geht es zur Anmeldung: https://zeilenschlinger.de/#Newsletter-Anmeldung Euch gefällt unser Podcast? Wir würden uns über EureUnterstützung freuen:✩ Werdet offizieller Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Zeilenschlinger✩ Gebt uns einen Kaffee aus überKo-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/zeilenschlinger Vielen Dank an unsere Patreons!✩ Vivien Busch✩ Carolin Streckmann  Folge uns gern auch auf unseren anderen Kanälen, um aufdem Laufenden zu bleiben:✩ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zeilenschlinger/✩ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zeilenschlinger Hanna auf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Hanna_BuchmarketingChris auf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chrisroedl

Libby Cudmore rejoins for another half-hour pop culture deep dive: We get to note how Music Subgenres need more labels and ways to classify the type of material they cover.   If they can use loose labels like Yacht Rock, then why not Douche Rock?   Given how much music is tongue-in-cheek or campy, wouldn't you want to make a playlist just based on that tone alone?   We mention more criminally ignored music & the funniest episodes of Libby's show The O.S.T. Party Podcast!   Follow them here: https://pod.link/ostparty      

Dracula may never stay dead, but his film incarnations sure evolve—or devolve—across decades. In this episode, Kyle Olson guides Pete Wright, Kynan Dias, and Tommy Metz III through three flavors of Dracula: Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992), Dracula 2000, and Dracula Untold.They dig into Coppola's sweaty gothic melodrama, where Oldman chews the scenery and Keanu Reeves gets chewed out. Then it's on to Dracula 2000, where Gerard Butler's vampire has some serious history, and finally Dracula Untold, where Luke Evans broods his way through a Marvel-ified antihero origin story.The team debates: Is Dracula sexy? Is he even supposed to be? Is he best as a metaphor for carnal desire, theological vengeance, or medieval honor? And what happens when you declaw the monster in hopes of building a cinematic universe?Kyle signs off with a legacy worthy of the Count himself, and Tommy reveals next month's theme: rug-pulling horror films with Barbarian, Strange Darling, and the legendary British TV special Ghostwatch.Film SundriesThe List on LetterboxdWatch the movies discussed:Bram Stoker's Dracula: Apple • Amazon • LetterboxdDracula 2000: Apple • Amazon • LetterboxdDracula Untold: Apple • Amazon • LetterboxdThe Drac Pack (00:00) - Welcome to Sitting in the Dark (08:41) - Bram Stoker's Dracula (34:41) - Dracula 2000 (50:36) - Dracula Untold (01:09:11) - The Drac Pack (01:15:44) - But Kyle promised immortality! (01:17:42) - Coming Attractions Learn how to support our show and The Next Reel's family of film podcasts by becoming a member. It's just $5 monthly or $55 annually. Learn more here.Follow the other podcasts in The Next Reel's family of film podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastJoin the conversation with movie lovers from around the world in our Discord community!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdPeteKyleTommyKynanWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy our movie-related apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.Or sign up for AUDIBLE.

A long and winding road brought us to this little discussed horror subgenre filled with ominous signs, dark gems and one freaky moth-individualJoin us here! https://www.facebook.com/groups/wearehorrorweeklyHorrorweekly theme by Nicholas Savard-L'Herbier

Ihr müsst euch keine Sorgen machen, wir haben uns nicht gefetzt im Zuge der ersten Folge des Beginner's Guide to Horror. Zwar seid ihr natürlich bei uns absolute Harmonie gewohnt, aber bei so einem hitzigen Diskussionsthema, kann man sich ruhig auch mal anpöbeln. Im zweiten Teil dieses Spezials geht es nun um die noch verbliebenen Subgenre des Horrors wie dem Zombiefilm, dem Found Footage Horror oder Psychohorrorfilmen. Wir hoffen, dass es euch gefällt und schreibt uns gerne euer Feedback oder eure Einstiegshorrorfilme!

The Film Board Gathers! And this time… it's for Superman. Yes, again. James Gunn has rebooted the Big Blue Boy Scout for the 37th time (give or take), and this version comes with a sunnier tone, a superpowered dog, and—brace yourself—feelings. Actual feelings.David Corenswet slips into the tights with impressive sincerity, Rachel Brosnahan delivers the Lois Lane we didn't know we desperately needed, and Nicholas Hoult's Lex Luthor is basically what would happen if Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk had a baby, and that baby grew up to weaponize STEM fairs and jealousy. It's weird. It's bright. It's shockingly heartfelt. And yes, there's a kaiju fight.Pete Wright, Kyle Olson, Rob Kubasko, Ocean Murff, and Tommy Metz III tackle it all—like the ethics of punching countries, the physics of pocket universes, and the sheer audacity of making Jimmy Olsen a ladies' man. One of them cried, one of them gave it five stars, and one of them may never emotionally recover from the Siberian super-gulag.Also discussed: Silver Age comic book weirdness, the trauma of seeing Superman bleed, why Supergirl is a lush, and whether this movie actually pulled off the impossible—making DC fun again without being a total mess.Links & Notes

Viele versuchen sich an den Größen der Videospielwelt zu orientierten - und scheitern daran! Oft sind die Ideen nur ein reiner Copypaste von bekannten Größen wie zum Beispiel Zelda. Diese sogenannten "Zeldalikes" sind sogar ein eigenes Subgenre, doch gehen sie oft in der Masse unter. Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo hingegen strotz nur so vor eigenen Ideen und einen eigenen, kapitalismuskritischen Charme! Dazu verkörpert es noch die Coolness eines Yoyos.

Haifilme sind ein beliebtes Subgenre des Horrorfilms, allerdings nur selten von Qualität gesegnet. Da müssen wir sprechen! Als Gast haben wir in Michael Wenger vom Sharkproject einen wahren Kenner dieser wunderschönen Tiere in unser Studio 52 geholt. Wir sprechen über seine Top- und Flopfilme mit den Knorpelfischen, die Arbeit von Sharkproject und ein kleines Haiquiz gibt es auch noch zum Abschluss. Haben wir erwähnt dass wir zusammen mit dem Kino Odeon und Sharkproject am 20. Juli eine Openairvorführung von Jaws (Der weisse Hai) in Brugg zeigen? Zum 50. Jubiläum? Wir wünschen wunderbare Unterhaltung!https://www.sharkproject.orghttps://odeon-brugg.ch/20-7-2130-jaws/?anchor=%23preview-13686-regular&referer=%2FKommentare, Feedback oder eure Ideen für weitere Episoden könnt ihr uns gerne über die sozialen Netzwerke oder per Mail an info@cine-swiss.ch zukommen lassen, folgt uns damit ihr nichts verpasst, abonniert und empfiehlt uns gerne weiter! Dangge! Supporte uns unter:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cineswiss/subscribe Für exklusive Folgen oder einfach so hier: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cineswiss⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠    https://outnow.chhttps://www.excelsior-brugg.ch/de/home https://odeon-brugg.ch/ https://www.youtube.com/@cineswiss https://www.facebook.com/cineswiss                   https://instagram.com/cineswiss?igshid=1cjo0dgnqvsrd                  https://boxd.it/10TmB                   https://www.cine-swiss.ch

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Episode #30! CINEMA SUBGENRE #2: SUBMERGED, where submarine film expert BEN LEWANDOWSKI and myself list off our top ten favorite SUBMARINE FILMS! We go deep on the subject and drill down on the facts! There are many great films set in underwater vessels and we discuss the best ones! Check it out and let us know what you think!

The gang of thugs dons their most practical jungle gear and reluctantly boards the biotech boat for Gareth Edwards' Jurassic World Rebirth. Scarlett Johansson leads a mission to harvest dinosaur DNA in what Universal hopes is the beginning of a new trilogy—but does this franchise still have life in its genetic code, or has it gone full dino-extinct?In this episode, Pete Wright, Steve Sarmento, Tommy Metz III, Justin “JJ” Jaeger, and Mandy Kaplan unpack everything from ADR overload and missing velociraptors to why this script might have been written by a chatty AI trained exclusively on soft reboots and midday sarcasm. They examine the film's visual flatness, its confused tone, the tragic misuse of Mahershala Ali, and the shocking absence of smart kids—the emotional compass of the good Jurassic movies.There's plenty of laughter, frustration, and jalapeño cheddar popcorn as the panel debates whether the soul of this franchise can ever be resurrected. Spoiler alert: if dinosaurs had a peanut allergy, this movie would be their Snickers bar.Film SundriesWatch this on Apple or Amazon, or find other places at JustWatchTheatrical trailerLetterboxd Learn how to support our show and The Next Reel's family of film podcasts by becoming a member. It's just $5 monthly or $55 annually. Learn more here.Follow the other podcasts in The Next Reel's family of film podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastSitting in the DarkJoin the conversation with movie lovers from around the world in our Discord community!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdFlickchartCheck out poster artwork for movies we've discussed on our Pinterest pagePeteJJOceanSteveTommyAndyWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy our movie-related apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.Or sign up for AUDIBLE.

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This Pride Month edition of Sitting in the Dark shines a lavender light on the long-standing but often invisible relationship between horror cinema and queer identity. Host Kynan Dias traces horror's appeal to outsiders—particularly LGBTQ+ viewers—who find coded representation in monsters, victims, and the margins of genre storytelling.The episode dives deep into three genre-defining films.The Bride of Frankenstein (1935)James Whale's campy sequel is reevaluated as a foundational queer text. The panel explores how Whale, an out gay director, infused the film with coded themes of same-sex companionship, rejection, and theatricality. From Dr. Pretorius's foppish villainy to the Bride's brief, iconic scream, the film is bursting with subtext—much of it retroactively interpreted through the lens of queer longing and societal othering. The group also riffs on Whale's tonal whiplash, Elsa Lanchester's cultural impact, and why “We belong dead” might be the most tragic queer line in horror history.A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985)Often derided as a messy sequel, this film is now embraced by many as a camp classic of queer horror. The conversation covers the now-notorious creative denials around its subtext, the dynamic between actor Mark Patton and the filmmakers, and the striking presence of a “final boy” whose journey blurs lines between possession, repression, and queer awakening. The film's overt homoeroticism—locker rooms, leather bars, and sweaty dance sequences—is discussed not just for laughs, but as meaningful queer coding in the Reagan-era horror landscape. The panel also reckons with Freddy as a metaphor for internalized shame, and what it means when a horror film can't quite let its subtext become text.Titane (2021)Winner of the Palme d'Or and easily the most divisive film of the trio, Titane pushes the panel into complex conversations about gender fluidity, body horror, and the relationship between performance and identity. Is this a trans allegory? A critique of binaries? Or just a deeply weird tale of trauma and transformation? The hosts wrestle with the film's ambiguity, discussing its uncompromising visuals, unexpectedly tender surrogate father-son relationship, and what it means to build a chosen family amidst radical bodily change. Some saw it as alienating; others, transcendent. All agreed: this one will be analyzed for decades.This episode doesn't wrap everything up with a rainbow bow—and that's the point. Horror isn't tidy, and queerness rarely comes with clean lines or clear labels. But if you've ever felt like the monster, the final someone, or the person who's just a little too into the firetruck, this conversation might feel like coming home. Or at least like sitting in the dark with people who see what you see.Film SundriesThe List on LetterboxdWatch the movies discussed:The Bride of Frankenstien: Apple • Amazon • LetterboxdA Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge: Apple • Amazon • LetterboxdTitane: Apple • Amazon • Letterboxd (00:00) - Welcome to Sitting in the Dark (07:05) - Coded Queer Horror (10:03) - Dealing with the Morality Police (16:21) - Bride of Frankenstein (35:14) - A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge (53:55) - Titane (01:21:46) - Coming Attractions: The Drac Pack Learn how to support our show and The Next Reel's family of film podcasts by becoming a member. It's just $5 monthly or $55 annually. Learn more here.Follow the other podcasts in The Next Reel's family of film podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastJoin the conversation with movie lovers from around the world in our Discord community!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdPeteKyleTommyKynanWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy our movie-related apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.Or sign up for AUDIBLE.

Wes Anderson's The Phoenician Scheme crash-lands into theaters with a symmetry—and we're here to unpack the wreckage. Benicio Del Toro plays Anatole “Zsa-Zsa” Korda, a morally exhausted arms dealer who survives a plane crash and decides, rather abruptly, to become a better man. His daughter, a nun (played with unsettling calm by Mia Threapleton), may be his salvation. Or his reckoning. Or both. Along for the ride: Michael Cera as a soft-spoken entomologist, a council of multinational bureaucrats with murderous intent, and Bill Murray as God (in grayscale, naturally).Pete Wright hosts this morally ambiguous briefing with fellow operatives Tommy Metz III and Steve Sarmento, as they parse Anderson's most spiritually ambitious and physically violent film to date. There are questions—big ones. Is this Cain and Abel by way of a TWA departure lounge? Why does forgiveness feel like a conference call?We dig into the film's sumptuous craft, its emotional architecture, and the performances that hold it all together with linen thread and murmured apologies. If you've ever wanted to see a man seek redemption through dinner parties, aerial espionage, and awkward family reunions, this one's for you.Film SundriesWatch this on Apple or find other places at JustWatchTheatrical trailerLetterboxd Learn how to support our show and The Next Reel's family of film podcasts by becoming a member. It's just $5 monthly or $55 annually. Learn more here.Follow the other podcasts in The Next Reel's family of film podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastSitting in the DarkJoin the conversation with movie lovers from around the world in our Discord community!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdFlickchartCheck out poster artwork for movies we've discussed on our Pinterest pagePeteJJOceanSteveTommyAndyWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy our movie-related apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.Or sign up for AUDIBLE.

“When you're scared all the time, you reach a point when you wish you were dead.”Talking About Takeshi Kitano's Sonatine with our guest, Production Designer Liz BischofProduction designer Liz Bischof joins Movies We Like to discuss Sonatine, Beat Takeshi's 1993 meditative yakuza film that masterfully blends moments of shocking violence with poetic contemplation. As a special guest who has worked on projects ranging from Broadway's Aladdin to Apple TV+'s See, Bischof brings unique insights into the film's visual language and thoughtful approach to production design.In our wide-ranging conversation, Bischof shares her journey from props maker for international opera companies to production designer for film and television. She discusses her recent work on A Nice Indian Boy and upcoming thriller Getaway starring Jason Biggs in his directorial debut, before diving deep into why Takeshi Kitano's Sonatine left such a lasting impression on her when she first saw it at the Rotterdam Film Festival. The film's minimalist aesthetic, strategic use of color (particularly in the red and blue motifs), and carefully composed shots that often feel like still life paintings exemplify what draws her to this unique take on the yakuza genre.The discussion explores how Kitano, primarily known as a comedian in Japan at the time, crafted this deliberately paced crime drama about a tired gangster (played by Kitano himself) sent to Okinawa. The film's remarkable middle section, where the characters retreat to a beach and briefly recapture moments of childhood play, provides a stark contrast to the inevitable violence that bookends the story. Bischof particularly appreciates how the film's production design reinforces themes through its use of gritty, fluorescent-lit spaces in the city scenes versus the poetic beauty of the beach sequences.Sonatine remains a masterpiece of 90s Japanese cinema that rewards patient viewers with its unique blend of violence, humor, and existential meditation. Our conversation with Liz Bischof illuminates how the film's thoughtful design choices and visual poetry continue to influence and inspire filmmakers and designers nearly 30 years after its release.Film SundriesWatch this episode on YouTube!Find Liz on her website, her Instagram, or on IMDbWatch this on Apple or Amazon, or find other places at LetterboxdTheatrical trailer Learn how to support our show and The Next Reel's family of film podcasts by becoming a member. It's just $5 monthly or $55 annually. Learn more here.Follow the other podcasts in The Next Reel's family of film podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardThe Next Reel Film PodcastSitting in the DarkJoin the conversation with movie lovers from around the world in our Discord community!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdCheck out poster artwork for movies we've discussed on our Pinterest pagePeteAndyWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy our movie-related apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.Or sign up for AUDIBLE.

Pete Wright hosts a brutally personal Mother's Day episode of Sitting in the Dark, joined by regular co-conspirators Kyle Olson, Kynan Dias, and Tommy Metz III, as they dig into three films that ask a profoundly unsettling question: What if Mom is the monster?We start with Run (2020), a film that's more “Lifetime original” than it has any right to be. It's clean, tight, and distressingly effective. Sarah Paulson's performance is terrifying not because she twirls her mustache but because she doesn't have one. And newcomer Kiera Allen rolls (yes, rolls) away with the movie by doing exactly what her character does best—staying two clever steps ahead.Next, Goodnight Mommy (2014). Austrian, austere, and absolutely harrowing. It's a film about maternal misrecognition, grief-fueled delusion, and the dangers of not labeling your twins' toothbrushes. There's a twist, and if you see it coming, that won't make the third act any less of a gut punch. It's what happens when grief curdles, and no one's left to explain bedtime.And then: mother! (2017). Darren Aronofsky's symphonic descent into allegorical madness. Sure, it's “about” the Bible. It's also about climate change. It's about patriarchy, artistic ego, and the cosmic price of hospitality. Or maybe it's just a guy on a cocaine bender writing a play he'll never finish. Whether you think it's pretentious or profound (hint: it's both), one thing is clear—Jennifer Lawrence earns every ounce of your attention and maybe a few gallons of blood.Across these three films, the panel explores how motherhood in horror isn't just about nurture gone wrong. It's about architecture—both of the home and the psyche. It's about women who are worshipped, consumed, blamed, and erased. And yes, sometimes it's about cockroaches.Films Discussed:Run (2020) – dir. Aneesh ChagantyGoodnight Mommy (2014) – dir. Veronika Franz & Severin Fialamother! (2017) – dir. Darren AronofskyComing AttractionsFor Pride Month, Kynan's curating a trio of queer-coded and queer-explicit horror: from the monstrous repression of Nightmare on Elm Street 2, to the camp and creaturehood of Bride of Frankenstein, to the raw queer body-horror ballet of Titane. You won't want to miss it.Film SundriesThe List on LetterboxdWatch the movies discussed:Run: Apple • Hulu • LetterboxdGoodnight Mommy: Apple • Amazon • Letterboxdmother!: Apple • Amazon • Letterboxd (00:00) - Welcome to Sitting in the Dark (08:05) - The Horror Bond of Motherhood (15:41) - Run (32:43) - Goodnight Mommy (49:39) - Mother! (01:09:49) - Coming attractions Learn how to support our show and The Next Reel's family of film podcasts by becoming a member. It's just $5 monthly or $55 annually. Learn more here.Follow the other podcasts in The Next Reel's family of film podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastJoin the conversation with movie lovers from around the world in our Discord community!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdPeteKyleTommyKynanWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy our movie-related apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.Or sign up for AUDIBLE.

Are you tired of superheroes who always do the right thing? Exhausted by teams that save the day and, dare we say it, have a plan? This month, The Film Board dives into Marvel's Thunderbolts—the super squad you get when you order the Avengers from the bargain bin. Pete Wright is joined by Mandy Kaplan, Justin Jaeger, Tommy Metz III, and Steve Sarmento for a roundtable that spoils everything, celebrates Florence Pugh's star turn, and debates whether more MCU movies should end with a hug instead of a fistfight.We dig into the surprising emotional depth, the ensemble's knack for both grounded action and found-family pathos, and a Taskmaster controversy that set the chat ablaze. The conversation covers what works for Marvel die-hards and superhero newbies alike, why Florence Pugh and Lewis Pullman might be the new MVPs of the MCU, and how Jake Schreier's direction finds the sweet spot between earnest and absurd. Along the way, you'll hear our takes on trauma, group dynamics, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus's master class in playing Marvel's most maladaptive Nick Fury. This is a rare comic book movie that's as interested in grief and group therapy as it is in punching things.Film SundriesWatch this on Apple or find other places at JustWatchTheatrical trailerLetterboxd Learn how to support our show and The Next Reel's family of film podcasts by becoming a member. It's just $5 monthly or $55 annually. Learn more here.Follow the other podcasts in The Next Reel's family of film podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastSitting in the DarkJoin the conversation with movie lovers from around the world in our Discord community!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdFlickchartCheck out poster artwork for movies we've discussed on our Pinterest pagePeteJJOceanSteveTommyAndyWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy our movie-related apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.Or sign up for AUDIBLE.

"Schon wieder ein neuer Extraction-Shooter?" Das ist die übliche Reaktion auf eine Ankündigung eines neuen Titels aus dem Subgenre. Doch auf den zweiten Blick stellen wir fest, dass es kaum erfolgreiche Extraction-Shooter auf dem Markt gibt. In diesem Jahr erwartet uns mit ARC Raiders und Marathon nochmals vielversprechender Nachschub. Aber blüht den beiden Spielen dasselbe Schicksal wie Rainbow Six: Exctraction, DMZ aus Call of Duty und Hazard Zone aus Battlefield 2042?In Ausgabe 167 des PC Games Podcast quatschen Moderator Michi Grünwald und Redakteur Carlo Siebenhüner über die beiden anstehenden Shooter, aber auch über die großen Schwierigkeiten, die das Subgenre immer wieder mit sich bringt. Bis auf Hunt: Showdown und Escape from Tarkov verschwinden die meisten Titel nämlich recht schnell in der Bedeutungslosigkeit. Deswegen stellen wir uns die Frage, ob und wie ARC Raiders oder Marathon diesen Bann brechen können.Lasst uns gerne in den Kommentaren wissen, wie ihr zum Thema Extraction-Shooter steht. Welcher ist euer Favorit und was erhofft ihr euch von zukünftigen Spielen des Genres? Ihr könnt diese und ältere Folgen des PC Games Podcast ab sofort übrigens auch auf unserem YouTube-Kanal anhören. Wir wünschen euch viel Spaß mit der aktuellen Ausgabe!Der PC Games Podcast - der offizielle Videospielpodcast der PC Games - erscheint seit über einem Jahrzehnt regelmäßig und liefert dabei wöchentlich gleich mehrere Talks zum riesigen Thema Videospiele.Unser Moderationsteam, Michi Grünwald und Vivi Ziermann, deckt dabei etliche Bereiche ab: Review-Gespräche und Previews zu brandaktuellen Games, nostalgische Rückblicke, Reports, Interviews und vieles mehr. Dabei gibt es natürlich auch immer mal wieder spannende Insights in die Spielebranche und in die Redaktion des ältesten, noch aktiven Videospielmagazins Deutschlands - seit 1992 am Start!Unser Spiele-Podcast ist vollkommen kostenlos zugänglich und neben unseren Webseiten auch auf allen großen Podcast-Plattformen - von Apple Music bis hin zu Spotify - zu finden.

“All your followers are blind, Too much heaven on their minds, It was beautiful but now it's sour, Yes it's all gone sour.”Talking About Jesus Christ Superstar with our guest, editor Lucy DonaldsonFilm editor Lucy Donaldson joins Andy Nelson and Pete Wright to discuss Norman Jewison's bold 1973 musical adaptation Jesus Christ Superstar and share insights from her impressive editing career. From working on acclaimed projects like Ma to recent hits like A Haunting in Venice, Donaldson brings her expert perspective to analyzing what makes this unconventional rock opera work so magnificently on screen.In this entertaining and insightful conversation, Donaldson opens up about her journey in the film industry, from her early days at the National Film and Television School to assisting on major productions at Blumhouse before landing breakthrough editing opportunities. The discussion explores the collaborative nature of film editing, working with directors, and how test screenings help shape the final cut. The conversation then dives deep into Jesus Christ Superstar, examining how Jewison's creative vision of hippie performers telling the Biblical story in the Israeli desert creates a uniquely compelling cinematic experience. From the magnetic performances of Ted Neely as Jesus and Carl Anderson as Judas to the bold editing choices and striking cinematography, the group analyzes what makes this controversial film continue to resonate decades later.With its daring artistic choices, memorable musical numbers, and raw emotional power, Jesus Christ Superstar remains a fascinating piece of cinema that challenges conventional storytelling. Through Donaldson's thoughtful analysis and personal connection to the film, we gain new appreciation for this groundbreaking rock opera that shouldn't work on paper but absolutely triumphs on screen. This engaging discussion with a talented editor offers wonderful insights into both the craft of film editing and the enduring impact of bold artistic vision.Film SundriesWatch the conversation on YouTubeLucy's WebsiteWatch this on Apple or Amazon, or find other places at LetterboxdTheatrical trailerOriginal Material Learn how to support our show and The Next Reel's family of film podcasts by becoming a member. It's just $5 monthly or $55 annually. Learn more here.Follow the other podcasts in The Next Reel's family of film podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardThe Next Reel Film PodcastSitting in the DarkJoin the conversation with movie lovers from around the world in our Discord community!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdCheck out poster artwork for movies we've discussed on our Pinterest pagePeteAndyWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy our movie-related apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.Or sign up for AUDIBLE.

Time to discuss the film that inspired this month's theme, Mikey Chu returns to unravel the secrets of The Empty Man directed by David Prior. The boys discuss how this film evolves from an urban legend to pure cosmic horror, as well as theorize on what actually happened. Thought + concentration + time = podcast!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we uncover the mysteries behind The Empty Man. 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/spectercinemaHaunt Mikey on social media:LetterboxdYouTubeHaunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard

Feste Kameraperspektiven, eine Story voller Symbole und melancholisch-düstere Atmosphäre: Post Trauma spricht mit seiner gesamten Aura die Fans von klassischem Survival Horror an. Während es im Blockbuster-Segment eher in 3rd-Person-Action-Horror geht, ist es ausgerechnet die Indie-Szene, die dieses Subgenre am Leben erhält. Post Trauma wurde zu weiten Teilen von einer einzigen Person entwickelt, und reiht sich damit zu anderen vergleichbaren Titeln, wie Crow Country, Hollowbody oder Mute House. Damit sind die Erwartungen gesetzt - und sie werden schnell gebrochen, wie Micha, Benny und Björn feststellen: Denn im Gegensatz zu den großen Vorbildern Silent Hill und Resident Evil setzt Post Trauma vor allem auf Rätsel. Viele, viele Rätsel. Werden die Kämpfe gegen Monster damit zum unnötigen Ballast? Oder kommt dadurch die Atmosphäre und metaphorische Geschichte nur noch besser zur Geltung? Erfahrt mehr im Cast! Diese Folge ist eine Kooperation mit Ink Ribbon Radio, dem umfangreichsten Podcast über Horrorspiele im deutschsprachigen Raum. Das Projekt von Björn und Benny findet ihr hier: https://ink-ribbon-radio.letscast.fm

So, noch eine Straße hier, dann die neuen Bauernhäuser da und dort drüben kommt der Marktplatz hin - was soll das heißen: "Elisabeth Müller ist unglücklich mit dem Blick aus ihrem Haus?!" Der jüngere Jochen und Aufbaukönigin Géraldine kennen solche Probleme in all den unterschiedlichen Skalierungen, die uns Aufbauspiele bieten. Und um die soll es diesmal gehen, samt Sub-Genres und unseren Wünschen für die ein oder andere Weiterentwicklung. Wenn ihr demnächst in euren Aufbaustädten gemeinsam mit Géraldine durch die Straßen radeln könnt, wisst ihr wieso! Viel Spaß bei der Städteplanung, Jochen & Géraldine Wenn ihr uns unterstützen möchtet, schaut doch mal hier vorbei: https://www.gamespodcast.de/abo/ Timecodes: 00:00:00 - Einleitung 00:07:07 - Frühe Beispiele und Qualitätskriterien 00:17:39 - Subgenres, aktuelle Trends und Nachahmer 00:44:41 - Early Access, Seasons, persistente Städte, Militär, Story und Deko 01:19:05 - Setting, Erkundung aus der Ego-Perspektive, Wünsche ans Genre und Spiele, auf die wir uns freuen In dieser Sendung zu hören: Jochen Redinger & Géraldine Hohmann

Episode 4 of Cue the Commentary explores Tik Tok, highlighting some of the subgenres and trends that are garnering many views. The music used is “Four Way” by William Ross from the Free Music Archive (freemusicarchive.org), modified under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Public License.

Welcome, you depraved ghouls and ghost enthusiasts, to another episode of Sitting in the Dark—the podcast where we ask the truly vital horror questions, like, “Is this house cursed by restless spirits, or is it just what happens when unresolved trauma and black mold get into a knife fight?” This week, host Tommy Metz III is joined by fellow ghost provocateurs Pete Wright, Kynan Dias, and Kyle Olson to dig into haunted house horror—though not just your average “the walls are bleeding, but let's still stay the night” tales. No, we're talking haunted spaces—as in, Session 9, Ouija: Origin of Evil, and The Others—three films that prove the scariest thing in any building isn't the wallpaper peeling off the walls… it's the emotional wreckage you brought with you.Tommy kicks things off with a haunted homage to asbestos removal (yes, really), leading a deep dive into Brad Anderson's Session 9—the only film that will make you afraid of abandoned hospitals and David Caruso's dramatic whisper-acting. Then it's on to Mike Flanagan's miraculous studio rescue, Ouija: Origin of Evil—the rare horror prequel that's smarter than its brand deal, sharper than its title suggests, and way too good to be based on a board game. Finally, the gang closes the coffin lid on Alejandro Amenábar's The Others, Nicole Kidman's masterclass in weaponized repression, ghostly guilt, and why sunlight is overrated anyway.Along the way, expect critical mass levels of hot takes on ghost psychology, asbestos-based metaphors, PG-13 trauma horror, and why the real haunted house is sometimes the one you build inside your own mind. So pull the blackout curtains tight, polish your crucifixes, and maybe call your therapist—because tonight, we're not just sitting in the dark. We are the dark.Film SundriesThe List on LetterboxdWatch the movies discussed:Session 9: Apple • Amazon • LetterboxdOuija: Origin of Evil: Apple • Amazon • LetterboxdThe Others: Apple • Amazon • Letterboxd (00:00) - Welcome to Sitting in the Dark (07:32) - Do you LOVE Ghost Stories (10:02) - Thinking about Haunted House Tales (16:28) - Session 9 (24:20) - Mysterious Peanut Butter (26:04) - Session 9 (35:43) - Ouija: Origin of Evil (55:16) - The Others Learn how to support our show and The Next Reel's family of film podcasts by becoming a member. It's just $5 monthly or $55 annually. Learn more here.Follow the other podcasts in The Next Reel's family of film podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastJoin the conversation with movie lovers from around the world in our Discord community!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdPeteKyleTommyKynanWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy our movie-related apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.Or sign up for AUDIBLE.

Sometimes when you podcast with the devil, it follows you home... We're discussing Ryan Coogler's southern gothic sensation Sinners, which happen to fall perfeclty into our theme this month. The boys discuss racial assimilation, black joy, Coogler's remix of vampire lore, and the power of music. This is a spoiler-filled discussion, so please do yourself a favor and see the film in theaters! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we uncover the mysteries behind The Empty Man. 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/spectercinemaHaunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard

Try to keep your horniness in check as the boys discus Lifeforce directed by Tobe Hooper. We're talking Hooper's unique career, vampire lore, and how the government and military will never be more powerful than boners. Prepare for love on a level you've never felt before!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we uncover the secrets of The Empty Man. 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/spectercinemaHaunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard

“There's something in the atmosphere that makes everything seem exaggerated.”Talking About Powell & Pressburger's 1947 film Black Narcissus with our guest, screenwriter James HandelIn this episode of Movies We Like, screenwriter James Handel joins hosts Andy Nelson and Pete Wright to discuss Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger's 1947 masterpiece Black Narcissus, along with Handel's fascinating career writing genre-bending films like The Last Horror Movie, The Hoarder, and his latest psychological dramedy The Trouble with Jessica.From Philosophy to FilmBefore diving into Black Narcissus, Handel shares candid insights about his journey from philosophy student to screenwriter, starting with an unproduced vampire script and eventually leading to successful collaborations with directors Julian Richards and Matt Winn. He discusses how his background in philosophy influences his approach to moral dilemmas and character psychology in his screenplays, particularly evident in The Trouble with Jessica's darkly comic exploration of ethics and human nature.A Masterpiece of Psychological DramaThe conversation then turns to Black Narcissus, examining how Powell and Pressburger crafted this visually stunning psychological drama about Anglican nuns attempting to establish a convent in the Himalayas. The group discusses the film's groundbreaking technical achievements, with Jack Cardiff's Oscar-winning Technicolor cinematography bringing the entirely studio-shot production to vivid life. They explore how the film masterfully depicts the psychological deterioration of the nuns as they struggle with repressed desires, loss of faith, and the overwhelming power of their environment, all while maintaining a remarkable balance between expressionism and restraint.Black Narcissus remains a masterclass in psychological storytelling and visual craftsmanship, demonstrating how thoughtful restraint and artistic innovation can create an unforgettable cinematic experience. We thoroughly enjoyed diving deep into this classic with James Handel, whose own work carries forward the tradition of examining complex moral questions through compelling drama.Film SundriesWatch our conversation on YouTube!Watch this on Apple or Amazon, or find other places at LetterboxdScript OptionsTheatrical trailerOriginal Material Learn how to support our show and The Next Reel's family of film podcasts by becoming a member. It's just $5 monthly or $55 annually. Learn more here.Follow the other podcasts in The Next Reel's family of film podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardThe Next Reel Film PodcastSitting in the DarkJoin the conversation with movie lovers from around the world in our Discord community!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdCheck out poster artwork for movies we've discussed on our Pinterest pagePeteAndyWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy our movie-related apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.Or sign up for AUDIBLE.

3 targets on the Kill List, 3 podcasting boys just trying to make a living. The boys are joined by All-Star Specter Jay Krieger (Genre Haze, Safe Room Podcasts) to discuss the part domestic drama/part hitman thriller/part cult ritual/ film by Ben Wheatley. Over the top violence, dark comedy, and confronting the darkness within. Abracadabra!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we're getting real horny in space talkin Lifeforce. 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/spectercinemaHaunt Jay on social media:BlueskySafe Room PodcastHaunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard

Send us a textIn Episode 195 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah dive into the world of historical fiction and what defines the genre. We discuss our favorite historical fiction sub-genres, explore the historical settings we love, how often we reach for historical fiction, and what keeps us coming back to stories set in the past.If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you'll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Bookstore Browsing, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Loving LatelyElf - Glow Reviver Lip Oil (T)Kondo and Kezumi - Series (H)Community ReadWild Dark Shore (T+H)Book TalkCurrently Reading Episode - Season 7, Episode 3In Memoriam | Alice Winn10 Popular Historical Fiction Sub-Genres See What I Have Done | Sarah SchmidtCursed Bread | Sophie MackintoshThe Quiet Librarian | Allen EskinsHistorical Fiction Beyond WWIIClear | Carys Davies (T)The Inheritance | Trisha SakhlechaThe Witching Tide | Margaret Meyer (H)The Good People | Hannah KentThe Unexpected Diva | Tiffany L. Warren (T)Heaven & Earth Grocery Store | James McBride (H)Shelf AdditionsSupport the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

For nearly a century, horror films have told us a story—one of terror, of survival, of the inevitable confrontation between innocence and brutality. But there's one story, in particular, that has evolved in ways both subtle and seismic: the story of the Final Girl.It begins in the shadows, in the screams of Janet Leigh, in the wide, terror-stricken eyes of Jamie Lee Curtis. The Final Girl is the last one standing, the one who fights back, who outwits the killer, who survives. But survival is never just survival, is it? It's transformation.It's a reckoning. And it's a mirror reflecting the anxieties of the era.In this episode of Sitting in the Dark, Kyle Olson takes us on a journey—a journey that moves from the early days of horror's damsels-in-distress to the fierce, unrelenting heroines of the modern era. With Pete Wright, Tommy Metz III, and Kynan Dias by his side, the discussion turns to three films that redefine the trope for the 21st century: Prey (2022), Sweetheart (2019), and The Invisible Man (2020).What do these films tell us about the evolution of gender in horror? How does the Final Girl of today differ from her predecessors? And perhaps most intriguingly, why are these stories—stories written by men—resonating so deeply with audiences yearning for something different?From the jungles of Prey to the desolate island of Sweetheart to the omnipresent, unseen menace of The Invisible Man, this is an exploration of fear, of power, and of the ghosts that refuse to be ignored. Because in horror, as in life, survival is never just about making it to the end. It's about what you become along the way.Film SundriesWatch the movies discussed:Sweetheart: Apple • Amazon • LetterboxdThe Invisible Man: Apple • Amazon • LetterboxdPrey: Apple • Amazon • LetterboxdHer Body, Himself: Gender in the Slasher Film by Carol J. Clover (00:00) - Welcome to Sitting in the Dark (07:20) - Sweetheart (21:22) - Prey (42:38) - The Invisible Man (01:04:05) - Coming Attractions Learn how to support our show and The Next Reel's family of film podcasts by becoming a member. It's just $5 monthly or $55 annually. Learn more here.Follow the other podcasts in The Next Reel's family of film podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastJoin the conversation with movie lovers from around the world in our Discord community!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdPeteKyleTommyKynanWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy our movie-related apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.Or sign up for AUDIBLE.

Worum geht's? 1990 erscheint mit F-Zero ein Launch-Titel für das brandneue Super Nintendo, der nicht nur als technisches Schaufenster für das neue Mode-7-Scrolling dient, sondern auch ein neues Subgenre im Rennspielbereich definiert: futuristische High-Speed-Rennen mit schwebenden Gleitern auf halsbrecherischen Strecken. Als Spieler steuert man eines von vier Fahrzeugen durch Loopings, Schikanen und Energiezonen – begleitet von einem ikonischen Soundtrack und minimalistischem, aber prägnantem Design. Gunnar und Fabian sprechen in dieser Folge über die Entstehung des Spiels, die Bedeutung für Nintendos 16-Bit-Start und wie F-Zero mit Tempo, Stil und Präzision den Grundstein für eine langlebige Serie legte. Infos zum Spiel: Thema: F-Zero Erscheinungstermin: November 21, 1990 (Japan), USA 1991, EU 1992 Plattform: SNES Entwickler: Nintendo EAD Publisher: Nintendo Genre: Rennspiel Designer: Takaya Imamura, Shigeru Miyamoto u.a. Music: Yumiko Kanki, Naoto Ishida Produktions-Credits: Sprecher, Redaktion: Fabian Käufer, Gunnar Lott Audioproduktion: Sascha Blach, Christian Schmidt Titelgrafik: Paul Schmidt Intro & Outro: Nino Kerl (Ansage); trash80.com (Musik)

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This week on Horror Joy, Brian and Jeff traverse the eerie corridors of liminality in horror. They kick off with a deep dive into the Apple TV series Severance, exploring how its portrayal of work-life separation raises existential and psychological questions. Is it a thriller, or horror? Moving forward, they venture into the unsettling realm of analog horror, with a focus on YouTube creators like Kane Pixels and Alex Kister.Join us as we travel deeper in the backrooms of liminal horror and the analog threat:·We'll discuss how liminality works in Gothic literature·We'll analyze what Severance tells us about the value of labor and the role that religious language plays in the trust/fear/disgust of corporate overlords·We'll question how authenticity is found in the gritty videos of analog horror and the terror of a found footage retelling of Biblical stories·We'll find joy in the mystery box of Severance and the labor of love of analog horrorFrom grainy VHS aesthetics to biblical retellings, they examine how these themes distort reality and evoke a primal fear of the unknown. Join them in exploring the blurred lines of identity, the nature of labor, and the unsettling nostalgia of analog media.SeveranceKiller tapes and Shattered Screens by Caetlin Benson-AllotThe BackroomsThe Mandela CatalogExploring Liminal Spaces in Gothic Literature: The Role of Transition andBoundary in Frankenstein, Dracula, and the Works of Edgar Allan Poe by Mariyam FarzandArts of Wonder by Jeffrey L. Kosky “What Is Analog Horror? The Subgenre of 'Skinamarink' Explained.” By Samuel Williamson. Collider. 7 Feb. 2023The Ritual Process by Victor TurnerWalter BenjaminAlienation in laborLimbo 00:00-02:18 Hosts Introduction and Episode Overview02:19 Deep Dive into Severance03:52 Liminality in Gothic Literature05:27 Severance: Themes and Analysis07:12 The Horror of Modern Workspaces16:23 Rituals and Symbolism in Severance24:51 Helly R's Role and Corporate Religion27:30 Exploring the Horrors of Severance28:40 The Liminality in Severance and Analog Horror30:45 Analog Horror: A Dive into the Genre35:08 The Mandela Catalog and Biblical Narratives37:28 Medieval Drama and Modern Analog Horror47:23 Finding Joy in Horror52:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts                

Welcome to Sitting in the Dark, the podcast that illuminates the shadowy corners of horror cinema. This month, your host, Kynan Dias, and a coven of his most insightful monster aficionados – Pete Wright, Kyle Olson, and Tommy Metz III – go under the sheets into a chillingly erotic realm: the intersection of horror and sex.Now, we're not talking about the gratuitous, the exploitative. No, this is a deeper dive, a plunge into the murky waters where fear and desire intertwine. Think of it as the uncanny valley of emotion – that unsettling space where repulsion and attraction collide.Our cinematic subjects? A trio of films that span decades and genres, each offering a unique perspective on this monstrous ménage à trois. First, we confront the hallucinatory, emotionally raw world of Andrzej Żuławski's Possession. Isabelle Adjani's Cannes-winning performance anchors this psychosexual nightmare, a film that pushes the boundaries of body horror and marital breakdown. Prepare for tentacles. Prepare for existential dread. Prepare to question everything you thought you knew about love and divorce.Next, we shapeshift into Mike Nichols' Wolf, a film that explores the beast within. Jack Nicholson's transformation from corporate drone to lycanthrope becomes a metaphor for unleashed primal instincts.Finally, we sink our teeth into Karen Kusama's Jennifer's Body. This darkly comedic horror-satire tackles the complexities of female desire and monstrous appetites. Megan Fox, as the titular Jennifer, embodies the seductive power of the demonic feminine, a force that both allures and devours.Film SundriesPossession: Apple • Amazon • JustWatchWolf: Apple • Amazon • JustWatchJennifer's Body: Apple • Amazon • JustWatch (00:00) - Welcome to Sitting in the Dark (03:22) - Sexy, Sexy Monsters (07:22) - Possession (26:04) - Wolf (47:59) - Jennifer's Body (01:11:54) - Coming Attractions: Last Woman Standing Learn how to support our show and The Next Reel's family of film podcasts by becoming a member. It's just $5 monthly or $55 annually. Learn more here.Follow the other podcasts in The Next Reel's family of film podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastJoin the conversation with movie lovers from around the world in our Discord community!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdPeteKyleTommyKynanWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy our movie-related apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.Or sign up for AUDIBLE.

Stephen, Jake & Ryan enter the arena to definitively decide if sci-fi, epic fantasy or grimdark has the best characters! Which genre do you support? Next Up: Hyperion by Dan Simmons Check us out on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/FantologyPodcast Chat with us more and support in the links below https://www.fantologybooks.com https://discordapp.com/invite/k5efNbG https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books http://www.audibletrial.com/Fantology https://www.redbubble.com/people/fantology/shop Music Credit: Nathan Towns, see more at https://nathantownscomposer.com/