Podcasts about Wes Craven

This week we return to Elm Street to do battle with Freddy Krueger once more but this time in the real world with the real actors of the film in New Nightmare. Journey with us as we discuss this wild slasher revival that brings Wes Craven back into the fold as writer/director and a story that blurs the lines with film and reality. Is this the jumpstart the franchise needs or is this meta idea too ridiculous for its own good? So pour some rye, get your T-Rex stuffed animal, and don't forget to read the script. Cheers!

Forget spooky times this week, lil onions, it's FUSSY TIMES as Ross and Carie go back and forth on Wes Craven's iconic A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984). Carie has been a longtime fan of these films, and Ross is just now seeing the flagship film for the first time--and he's not impressed. Carie is a sucker for some quality special effects shots while Ross finds the logic of most of the movie somehow ridiculous despite the premise. Robert Englund however stuns as always, and the siblings are low-key obsessed with the body of work that is Heather Langenkamp.  SUPPORT US ON PATREON! 

For our next Must See Horror we jump into the nineties with Wes Craven's Scream. A meta-heavy horror movie that revitalised the slasher genre and saw Wes Craven deliver another slasher icon in Ghostface, we're discussing the killers, the classic scenes, a decade defining final girl in Sydney Prescott and just what makes Scream so good.  So answer the call this week as we ask, is Scream Must See Horror?  Remember to hit that subscribe button and leave us a lovely review. There's new episodes every week, and we cover horror movies from new releases with spoiler filled and spoiler free reviews, to old classics and B movie gems.  You can find us on twitter and instagram @cmthpodcast or check out our website at https://castmetohell.podbean.com Theme by Dan Motti   

We interrupted our schedule episode to bring you a Halloween special. This week the Siblings look at Scream, the meta horror film directed by Wes Craven that actually did well. But is it any good?Discussed:A less scary, scary movie!The Scream 7 situation!Wes Craven's Meta Movie Mayhem!The Wile E. Coyotes of Slashers!Hooray for Matthew Lillard!The complexities of Gail!Contact us at adultsiblingsversus@gmail.comTwitter: @AdultVersusInstagram: @adultsiblingsversusThreads: @adultsiblingsversusBluesky: @adultsiblingsvs.bsky.social

Charles Skaggs & Xan Sprouse watch A Nightmare on Elm Street, the 1984 supernatural slasher film directed by Wes Craven, introducing Robert Englund as Freddy Krueger, Heather Langenkamp as Nancy Thompson and John Saxon as Don Thompson, and featuring Johnny Depp as Glen Lantz! Find us here:X/Twitter:  @DrunkCinemaCast, @CharlesSkaggs, @udanax19 Facebook:  @DrunkCinema Bluesky:  @charlesskaggs.bsky.social, @udanax19.bsky.social Email:  DrunkCinemaPodcast@gmail.com Listen and subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!

ayooo NFBC #271 is SCREAM! Wes Craven at the top of his game, listen to @dennisrooney7 and @_miketoohey chop it up. follow the pod on instagram @netflixbookclubpodcast for the schedule! next week we talk midsommar.

Join Katie and Otis as they check out a film written and directed by Wes Craven that's all about Gentrification......and Cannibals.   Email us at AllentownPresents@gmail.com

We've reached another Top Ten episode and this time Dan and Vicky discuss their hottest top ten actor comebacks.  Every actor has a lull in their career, either intentional or not, and Dan and Vicky are paying tribute to actors who stuck it out and came back bigger and better.  Dan takes the theme in his own direction so you'll be excited to hear how your hosts have added their own spin it. You'll also get thoughts on plenty of recently seen movies and TV like Bone Lake, Challengers, Him, One Battle After Another, Anemone, Kiss of the Spider Woman and Alien: Earth. Our socials:  hotdatepod.com FB:  Hot Date Podcast Twitter: @HotDate726 Insta:  hotdatepod

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As we approach the end of spooky season, Sara shares picks for horror movies available at the library: the 2021 Candyman remake, The Collector, Wes Craven's The Serpent and the Rainbow, Sinister, and the Silent Hill films. Then, dive into horoscopes with Nicole—what makes them appealing, the psychology behind them like the Barnum effect, and tips for using them as prompts for journaling or meditation. As always, check out library resources for more on folklore and astrology!

A chat with Max Cavalera about a Wes Craven undercard classic? Yes, please!Join us as we discuss The Serpent and the Rainbow, Max's latest record, Brazil and modern day horror cinema. 

Chris Paul and Burning Bright slice into Wes Craven's 1996 classic Scream, a film that redefined horror, rewrote the rules, and made meta mainstream. They explore how Scream turned the genre inside out, balancing humor, fear, and self-awareness with a cast that captured an entire generation's coming of age. From the iconic Drew Barrymore opener to the film's commentary on culture's feedback loop, how movies shape us and we, in turn, shape movies, the duo breaks down why Scream still cuts deep nearly 30 years later. Their discussion peels back layers on everything from the film's sexual politics and generational cynicism to its eerie parallels with today's media landscape, propaganda, and perception of reality. Between jokes, ads, and deep dives into cultural meta, they reveal how Scream wasn't just about killers in masks, it was a mirror held up to the audience itself.

The boys are hitting the eighties for this weeks Must See Horror as we discuss Nightmare on Elm Street! Directed by Wes Craven and featuring break out performances by Johnny Depp and Robert England as the titular Freddy Kruger, we discuss the legacy of this film, the brilliance of the special effects and birth of a horror icon.  So close your eyes and join the Cast Me To Hell boys as we answer the question - is Nightmare on Elm Street must see horror?  One-two CMTH is coming' for you...three-four better subscribe for more Remember to hit that subscribe button and leave us a lovely review. There's new episodes every week, and we cover horror movies from new releases with spoiler filled and spoiler free reviews, to old classics and B movie gems.  You can find us on twitter and instagram @cmthpodcast or check out our website at https://castmetohell.podbean.com Theme by Dan Motti   

Happy Spooky Season, Everyone! As many of you know, scary movies freak me out. But that doesn't mean I don't love today's guest! Today I'm talking to a horror icon— Freddy himself, Robert Englund! Robert is beloved for his performance as Freddy Krueger in A Nightmare on Elm Street and its many sequels. He has also had an illustrious career outside of Wes Craven's franchise, appearing in hundreds of films and TV shows, including a recent appearance as Victor Creel in Stranger Things. On Halloween of this year, he will be immortalized with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and it could not be going to a sweeter, more generous person. Robert is a joy to talk with and I'm so honored he took the time to chat with me. We have gotten to know each other over years at conventions and we have a great conversation about what it's like to be associated with an iconic role, his warm relationship with horror fans and how he used his experience on-set to inform his performance as Freddy. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did— and Happy Halloween! Send me an email thesackhoffshow@gmail.com Produced by Rabbit Grin Productions Mail Sack Song by Nicolas @producer_sniffles Join us on Patreon! http://patreon.com/thesackhoffshow ----------------------------------------------------- Support our Sponsors: Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/SACKHOFF #rulapod Listeners of The Sackhoff Show get an additional 15% off any annual Masterclass membership at https://www.masterclass.com/katee.

Welcome to Elm Street Revisited, a Dread Central podcast interviewing the Dream Masters responsible for directing sequels to A Nightmare on Elm Street.In our second episode, host Josh Korngut sits down with Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare director Rachel Talalay, the trailblazing filmmaker who gave Freddy Krueger his flamboyant farewell in New Line Cinema's most audacious entry in the franchise. Together, they revisit the making of Freddy's Dead — from its gonzo 3D finale and celebrity cameos to its biting satire of suburbia and media culture.Talalay opens up about stepping into the director's chair after years producing for New Line, her creative partnership with Wes Craven, and what it meant to be one of the only women to direct a major slasher at the height of the genre boom. She also shares candid reflections on the legacy of Freddy's Dead and its place in the evolution of the Elm Street mythos.This episode continues Elm Street Revisited — a special Development Hell event series interviewing the living directors behind the Nightmare on Elm Street saga.Ready to revisit Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare? The new 4K Ultra HD Nightmare on Elm Street collection, featuring all seven original films, is out now from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment.FOLLOW & SUPPORTSubscribe to Development Hell on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.Follow @DevelopmentHellPod and @DreadCentral for updates.Presented by Dread Central and the Dread Podcast Network.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“It's like an angsty teenager blew up because it was forced to shower.”This week's scariest listener request movie is... Alien 3. This film has everything: A soon to be star director getting screwed by the studio, An unsexy prison monk scenario, AND that prison is still somehow safer for Ripley than any church. If you love industrial dread, prison monks, and men in rubber suits, this episode's for you!Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review The Horror Virgin to help more people discover our community.What did you think of our episode on Wes Craven's New Nightmare? Tell us on social media @HorrorVirgin or @RomancingThePodShow on Facebook and Instagram, or @HorrorVirginPod / @RomancingPodSho on Twitter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Blistered, peeling rot stretches reality like spandex, tears through cotton innocence,  erupts from places of pleasure and rest, a geyser of inverted, twisted blood,  a sound of sharp steel dragged along a pipe, piercing your ears.  A crime born of sleep.   "Well, all the lawyers got fat and the judge got famous, but someone forgot to sign the search warrant in the right place and Krueger was free just like that."

MONSTER PARTY REVISITS THE ERA OF ROLLERBLADING, BEANIE BABIES, THE MACARENA… AND TERROR!!!! JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD honor the last part of a decade that brought us so many seminal films. If you thought our previous '90s HORROR episode was “da bomb,” you're guaranteed to go nuclear when you hear… '90s HORROR VOL. 2!!! The 1990s were an exciting and innovative time for horror films, with the latter half of the decade boasting some downright game-changers. With THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT, we saw the explosion of the found footage genre that is still popular to this day, and the Japanese showed us the dangers of sitting too close to the TV with RINGU! If that didn't change your horror movie game enough, David Fincher gave us the ultimate worst-case mystery box scenario in SEVEN, Wes Craven made horror meta with SCREAM, and M. Night Shyamalan peaked early with THE SIXTH SENSE. But we're not even close to this episode's EVENT HORIZON! We'll also look at a creepy ice cream vendor (aren't they all?), a castle freak, some self-improvement cannibals, a Rubik's Cube of death, an evil genie, Chucky's better half, a Hardrock Cafe for vampires, and so much more! Too bad all of it was lost in the devastation caused by Y2K. Joining us for this second dose of '90s chills is an award-winning friend of the show, and really, the only guest for this subject. He was the editor in chief of the legendary FAMOUS MONSTERS OF FILMLAND magazine, the genius behind the blog, IT CAME FROM..., the writer/director/producer of the IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS longform documentary series, as well as the '80s sci-fi documentary IN SEARCH OF TOMORROW. His latest project is the shockingly episode appropriate mega doc, IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS: 1995-1999! Honestly, what were the odds?! Please welcome back the always scintillating… DAVID WEINER!! '90 HORROR LIVES! AND IF YOU DON'T LIKE IT, TALK TO THE SEVERED HAND!

Send us a textDo you remember A Nightmare on Elm Street 3, released in 1987? Bigger budget, bigger cast, bigger effects mean bigger and better movie, right? We remember awesome one-liners, awesome effects, and a totally awesome theme song, "Dream Warriors" by Dokken. It may have been a while, but this movie still has to be awesome. Right?Do You Remember Liking This Movie?

In their 150th episode, Anna and Derek discuss just whose parents were in on Freddy's murder, why in the world Marge would keep the glove, and much more during their breakdown of the Wes Craven masterpiece A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984).Connect with '80s Movie Montage on Facebook, Bluesky or Instagram! It's the same handle for all three... @80smontagepod.Anna Keizer and Derek Dehanke are the co-hosts of ‘80s Movie Montage. The idea for the podcast came when they realized just how much they talk – a lot – when watching films from their favorite cinematic era. Their wedding theme was “a light nod to the ‘80s,” so there's that, too. Both hail from the Midwest but have called Los Angeles home for several years now. Anna is a writer who received her B.A. in Film/Video from Columbia College Chicago and M.A. in Film Studies from Chapman University. Her dark comedy short She Had It Coming was an Official Selection of 25 film festivals with several awards won for it among them. Derek is an attorney who also likes movies. It is a point of pride that most of their podcast episodes are longer than the movies they cover.We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.

Welcome to Elm Street Revisited, a new Dread Central podcast interviewing the Dream Masters responsible for directing sequels to A Nightmare on Elm Street. In our first episode, host Josh Korngut sits down with A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors director Chuck Russell, the visionary filmmaker who redefined Freddy Krueger for a generation. Together, they revisit the making of one of horror's most beloved sequels — from Freddy's evolution into a pop-culture icon, to the film's groundbreaking practical effects, and the creative tension that fueled its surreal dreamscapes.Russell opens up about working with a young Patricia Arquette, collaborating with Wes Craven on the script, and how Dream Warriors became the template for a decade of supernatural slashers to follow.This episode marks the beginning of Elm Street Revisited — a special Development Hell event series interviewing the living directors behind the Nightmare on Elm Street saga.Ready to revisit Dream Warriors? The new 4K Ultra HD NOES collection, including the original seven films, is out now from Warner Brothers Home Entertainment.FOLLOW & SUPPORTSubscribe to Development Hell on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.Follow @DevelopmentHellPod and @DreadCentral for updates.Presented by Dread Central and the Dread Podcast Network.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“You might say those two guys have a hand job.”This week's scariest meta movie is... Wes Craven's New Nightmare. This film has everything: a murderous Thing hand, terrible sex toy suggestions, And the craziest Mangione theory you've ever heard. If you love runaway limbs, ill-advised bedroom gadgets, and the truth finally getting out there, this episode's for you!Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review The Horror Virgin to help more people discover our community.What did you think of our episode on Wes Craven's New Nightmare? Tell us on social media @HorrorVirgin or @RomancingThePodShow on Facebook and Instagram, or @HorrorVirginPod / @RomancingPodSho on Twitter.Up Next: Alien 3 (1992)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The deep dive of class Universal Horror Movies continues with a deep cut, The Old Dark House (1932). From wiki: “The Old Dark House is a 1932 American pre-Code comedy horror film directed by James Whale. Based on the 1927 novel Benighted by J.B. Priestley, the film features an ensemble cast that includes Boris Karloff, Melvyn Douglas, Gloria Stuart, Charles Laughton, Lilian Bond, Ernest Thesiger, Raymond Massey and Eva Moore.[5][6] Set in interwar Wales, the film follows five travellers who seek shelter from a violent storm in the decaying country house of the eccentric Femm family.”Also discussed: feeling good and self-improvement, Jacob's Ladder, The Exorcist II: The Heretic, The People Under the Stairs and other Wes Craven deep cuts, and more. NEXT WEEK: The Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954) Bloodhaus:https://www.bloodhauspod.com/https://www.instagram.com/bloodhauspod/https://letterboxd.com/bloodhaus/Drusilla Adeline:https://www.sisterhydedesign.com/https://letterboxd.com/sisterhyde/‪@sisterhyde.bsky.socialJoshua Conkelhttps://www.joshuaconkel.com/https://www.instagram.com/joshua_conkel/https://letterboxd.com/JoshuaConkel/  

Join us for an in-depth conversation with actor Michael Bailey Smith, a versatile performer whose career spans decades of unforgettable roles across horror, sci-fi, and fantasy. From playing Super Freddy in A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child to terrifying audiences as Pluto in The Hills Have Eyes remake, Michael has built a legacy of bringing larger-than-life characters to the screen. In this interview, Michael shares behind-the-scenes stories from his most iconic roles, his experiences working with directors like Wes Craven, and how he transitioned from football to film. We also talk about his time on Charmed, his role in the cult-favorite Fantastic Four (1994), and what continues to drive his passion for acting today. If you love horror history, creature performances, or hearing from the legends who helped shape the genre, this conversation is for you.

On Day 11 of our 31 Days of Halloween, I'm flying solo with Wes Craven's A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984). This is the only one in the whole series that I find even halfway scary—until the infamous ending, when the inflatable mom gets yanked through the front door window and all the terror goes right out with her. Still, there's no denying that Freddy Krueger's debut remains one of horror's most iconic nightmares, blending surreal dream logic with slasher dread to unforgettable effect.Support The Conner & Smith Show on Patreon here:https://www.patreon.com/ConnerandSmith?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan

Send us a textA perfect storm of lousy news sees out-of-work podcaster Johnny Wolfenstein spiral into a bender, during which he claims to have been abducted by aliens, and fearing their return, he contacts his old friend MonsterZero to help him gear up for a black light alien fight! On Episode 689 of Trick or Treat Radio we discuss the neon-drenched, drug-fueled alien nightmare Jimmy and Stiggs from director Joe Begos! We also debate whether Waterworld is as bad as everyone remembers, watch the new trailer for the 4K remaster of the cult classic film, Freaked, and ponder if Eli Roth is a better ambassador for horror than he is a filmmaker. So grab your drug of choice, gas up the chainsaw, and strap on for the world's most dangerous podcast!Stuff we talk about: Vinyl, horror soundtracks, Trust Kill Records, Saw VI, Halloween 3, Type O Negative, Mushroomhead, Nightmare on Elm St 4: Dream Master, Bela Lugosi, dimestore Jerry Lewis, Mr. Sardonicus, Children of the Corn, Universal Horror, Toxic Avenger IV: Citizen Toxie, Skull and Bones, Hillside Strangler, My Soul To Take, I Spit On Your Grave, Slice and Dice, Navy Seals vs. Zombies, Soul to Keep, Freaky, Wes Craven, Bella Thorn, Nick Cannon, Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, Prom Night 3, Michael Dudikoff, Alien, Sigourney Weaver, Ghostbusters, Copycat, The Village, Cabin in the Woods, R.L. Stine, Goosebumps, The Black Lagoon, Andromeda Strain, Ray Strickland, The Return of Dracula, The Night Watch, Night of the Bloody Apes, Santo vs The Evil Brain, Patrick Dempsey, Loverboy, Can't Buy Me Love, Sixteen Candles, 3:00 High, Courtney Gains, Witchboard, Freaked 4K Remaster, Tom Stern, Alex Winter, Brooke Shields, Mr. T, Joey Lawrence, William Sadler, Randy Quaid, Bobcat Goldthwaite, Predator: Badlands, Dan Trachtenberg, Elle Fanning, Waterworld, Kevin Costner, Come and See, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, Leonard Nimoy, Jeff Goldblum, Karen Allen, Vibes, Transylvania 6-5000, Satantango, 2001: A Space Odyssey, alien mayhem, Jimmy and Stiggs, Joe Begos, Matt Mercer, Stephen Scarlata, Bride of the Monster, Cannibal Holocaust, Kay Parker, Eli Roth, The Horror Section, Hostel 2, Thanksgiving, championing the Italians, Dream Eater, The Piano Killer, Don't Go In That House Bitch, Traumatika, and what a wonderful Waterworld.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trickortreatradioJoin our Discord Community: discord.trickortreatradio.comSend Email/Voicemail: mailto:podcast@trickortreatradio.comVisit our website: http://trickortreatradio.comStart your own podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=386Use our Amazon link: http://amzn.to/2CTdZzKFB Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/trickortreatradioTwitter: http://twitter.com/TrickTreatRadioFacebook: http://facebook.com/TrickOrTreatRadioYouTube: http://youtube.com/TrickOrTreatRadioInstagram: http://instagram.com/TrickorTreatRadioSupport the show

Halloween watchlist essential! We sink our claws into one of the most iconic horror films ever made: Wes Craven's 1984 classic A Nightmare on Elm Street. Hosts Henrique Couto and Rachael Redolfi revisit Freddy Krueger's terrifying debut, exploring how this razor-fingered dream stalker redefined the slasher genre and haunted a generation of horror fans.Inside this episode, Henrique and Rachael share their first encounters with the film—late-night VHS terrors and the exhilaration of discovering horror's most surreal monster. They break down:The legacy of Wes Craven — how his unique vision fused nightmares and reality.Freddy Krueger's origins — a vengeful ghost, a product of parental sins, and an enduring cultural boogeyman.Themes of fear and adolescence — how suburban safety hides lurking generational trauma.Dream sequences & surreal imagery — why they still feel terrifying decades later.The franchise's evolution — from Freddy's pure horror roots to his shift into dark comedy across sequels.Whether you first saw it huddled at a sleepover or discovered it on late-night TV, A Nightmare on Elm Street still cuts to the bone. Join Henrique and Rachael for a spirited, insightful discussion that blends nostalgia, cultural analysis, and a few laughs along the way.Where to Watch (U.S., as of this writing):Shudder — https://www.shudder.com/movies/watch/a-nightmare-on-elm-street/79f1011764acf6f1Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/a-nightmare-on-elm-street/umc.cmc.2gxjjzta1kb4a1ysonxlo5twiAmazon / Prime Video — https://www.amazon.com/Nightmare-Elm-Street-John-Saxon/dp/B002R1UTAQFandango at Home (Vudu) — https://www.vudu.com/content/movies/details/A-Nightmare-on-Elm-Street/14155Stay tuned to the end as the hosts tease next week's dive into Candyman—because in the world of horror, the cycle always continues.

Join us today to talk about Wes Craven's The People Under the Stairs, starring an alternate universe, bizarro version of Ed and Nadine Hurley.

What's your favorite scary movie? Ghostface is back and he's ready to carve up the streets of Hollywood. Join Justus and David as they dig into the thrills, chills, kills, and out of place cameos in the third installment of this landmark 90's slasher franchise. But has the Scream formula run out of gas for this third entry, or can the legendary Wes Craven once again make the Greatest Movie Ever Made?Scream 3 (2000) is directed by Wes Craven and stars David Arquette, Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, Patrick Dempsey, and Scott FoleyMusic: “Fractals” by Kyle Casey and White Bat Audio

Directed by the great Wes Craven, Swamp Thing (1982) is a hard-to-find cult classic that follows the adventures of mad scientist Anton Arcane as he chases down a magic formula that has transformed Dr. Alec Holland into Swamp Thing!Swamp Thing also protects (and stares at) government agent Alice Cable as she is on the run from Arcane also. Nothing says romance like a bath in a murky swamp filled with alligators!

Welcome to Prime Time B#tch! It's finally October, and with Freddy Krueger back in the headlines due to the brand new 4K Ultra HD boxset being released, we found it only fitting that we slice into the series that Wes Craven started, with our countdown of the best kills of the franchise. We hope you enjoy this special spooky episode.  Find us: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/epic-film-guys- Official Fan Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/epicfilmguys Feed URL: https://epicfilmguys.podbean.com/feed/ Wordpress: http://epicfilmguys.wordpress.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/epicfilmguysny/live You can also catch us on most every podcatcher under the sun! Search for us on BluBrry, Stitcher, Spreaker, Google Podcasts, Overcast, and many others. Search and you will find us! There has never been a better time to join up with the elites at https://www.patreon.com/epicfilmguys! You can get access to pre-roll and outtakes from the show, exclusive episodes, free swag, and so much more. Tiers start as low as $1/month! Please consider supporting the show, and thank you for being one of the EFG faithful!

Before Scream made meta-horror mainstream, Wes Craven created something truly unique: a horror film where the actors played themselves, filmed in the real New Line Cinema offices, exploring what happens when fictional evil breaks into reality.Freddy Krueger had officially died in Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare in 1991, and from 1984 his character had evolved from terrifying villain to quipping and comedic, and New Line Cinema had already started merchandising the character. Realizing that maybe they had killed Freddy too soon, New Line wanted a way to resurrect him without actually resurrecting him. There was always something deeply unnerving about putting Krueger on a pedestal, and no-one thought it more than his original creator, Wes Craven… Wes Craven's New Nightmare cleverly blurs the line between fiction and reality, creating a unique meta-narrative, starring original final girl Heather Langenkamp as herself, focusing on her journey from horror star to mother and how that reflects the personal impact of the franchise on her fictional life. Craven specifically wanted to focus on how horror movies affect children, showcasing the blurred boundaries between protection and temptation. Despite its initial box office struggles, New Nightmare has gained a cult following, mostly in the wake of Wes Craven's next project, Scream, which took what New Nightmare had attempted and refined it. Wes Craven said that Scream was a movie for people who watch horror movies, and New Nightmare was a movie for people who make horror movies. Scream is credited for refreshing the slasher, but we all know New Nightmare is Wes Craven's real life meta masterpiece.I would love to hear your thoughts on Wes Craven's New Nightmare !Verbal Diorama is now an award-winning podcast! Best Movie Podcast in the inaugural Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards and was nominated for the Earworm Award at the 2025 Golden Lobes.CONTACT.... Twitter @verbaldiorama Instagram @verbaldiorama Facebook @verbaldiorama Letterboxd @verbaldiorama Email verbaldiorama [at] gmail [dot] com Website verbaldiorama.comSUPPORT VERBAL DIORAMA....Give this podcast a five-star Rate & Review Join the Patreon | Send a Tip ABOUT VERBAL DIORAMAVerbal Diorama is hosted, produced, edited, researched, recorded and marketed by me, Em | This podcast is hosted by Captivate, try it yourself for free. Theme Music: Verbal Diorama Theme Song. Music by Chloe Enticott - Compositions by Chloe. Lyrics by Chloe Enticott (and me!) Production by Ellis Powell-Bevan of Ewenique StudioPatrons: Simon, Laurel, Derek, Cat, Andy,...

Listen here you little twerps! We're gonna getcha with this one. Elena and Sam are gonna show you no mercy as they discuss Wes Craven's first feature film: The Last House on the Left. That's right, we're inaugurating the Halloween season here in this quiet little spot, and no one's gonna hear you scream for mercy. Jeeze, gotta get out of this voice - uh, hey! This is a fun episode! We swear. It won't be too disturbing at all. And only tastefully exploitative as we get into the semiotics of early slasher/revenge movies. Topics include: Tarot the Musical, whether Last House even counts as a horror film, and if early Swedish is similar to modern Swedish (spoiler: we didn't actually look it up so we still don't know).

Time to leave the woods and head back into suburbia, as we finally tackle A Nightmare on Elm Street directed by Wes Craven. The boys dive into the film's development, Nancy Thompson redefining the Final Girl, and the beginning of Freddy Kreuger's illustrious legacy. One, two, this pod is coming for you...three, four, subscribe for more...New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we hit the field discussing Him with full spoilers! 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

Hey! Our Halloween Series kicks off with a hit horror flick from the 90s--Wes Craven's Scream. This one has everything, from teen movie icons to self-deprecating satire. It's a fine line between fun and obnoxious, but Craven and writer Kevin Williamson straddle it pretty well. For our first two episodes, we'll enjoy some bold red wines. This is a bloody epic, so it just seems to fit. Enjoy!

Send us a textGood evening & welcome to another episode of Last Call with Three & 1/2 Gentlemen. As they get ready for their upcoming spooktacular season, the hosts go over their top 10 horror films of all time. In this episode, the hosts delve into the world of horror, reflecting on the lasting legacy of classic films. While their conversation flows naturally from personal stories to a deeper analysis of horror themes, the hosts breakdown the ongoing evolution of the genre in cinema.Come listen and follow the hosts on their Instagram page and YouTube channel @the.gentlemenpodcast

I break the seal on the new Jack Daniels Heritage Barrel and Carissa joins me to discuss Scream 2.

This week King Prince,Killah Keel,& Wes Craven celebrate 7 years of the podcast! They also debate/discuss the best album covers of all time (bracket style).Tune in for unfiltered Hip Hop discussion.

The story so far: After a year and a half underground, we've made it to the best time of the year! We're back for week 2 of SELLOUT OCTOBER! During October, we watch mainstream horror movies that people have heard of before, and this week, we're waking up in the middle of the night, brewing some coffee to stay awake, and cracking into A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master (1988)! Did we enjoy this entry in the Elm Street franchise, or would we rather discuss Freddy's anatomy, falling asleep on the toilet, and our dream warrior powers, while oozing praise for the one-and-only Screaming Mad George! Leave us a 30 second voicemail and if we like it we'll play it on the show: (949) 4-STABBY (949-478-2229)Next movie announced every Wednesday. New episodes every Monday. Follow us on the things:Website: https://www.stabbypod.comLinktree: https://www.linktr.ee/stabbystabbyInstagram:  @stabbypod  https://www.instagram.com/stabbypod/Letterboxd:   https://boxd.it/dp1ACSend us a text

This week we're digging into the brutal 2006 remake of The Hills Have Eyes. Does Alexandre Aja's take stand up to Wes Craven's 1977 original? We break down the differences and debate: Is this a pointless cash-grab, or a horror remake that actually brings new terror to the table?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-hills-have-eyes-2006--67998699#spookyseason #horror #scary #film #movie #desert #mutant #fallout #nuclear #testing #baby #breakfast #time #Jupiter #mars #Pluto #ruby #wescraven #Alexanderaja #hightension

Subscribe to Does It Fly? Pod: https://www.youtube.com/@doesitflypod?sub_confirmation=1On DOES IT FLY?, we explore the science and story logic behind your favorite pop culture topics. Today, we're asking: if you die in your dreams, will you die in real life, like we see in the Nightmare on Elm Street movies?“Welcome to prime time…”Freddy Krueger“One, two, Freddy's coming for you…three, four, better lock the door…five, six, grab your crucifix…seven, eight, better stay up late.” For some of us, horribly scarred by R-rated horror movies in heavy rotation on HBO as kids, this little nursery rhyme first heard in A Nightmare on Elm Street was about as well known as the Pledge of Allegiance. It's a simple, memorable admonition to not fall asleep lest serial killer Freddy Krueger visit you in your dreams to make sure you won't wake up that held considerable power over our imaginations. But it's also so much more.A Nightmare on Elm Street, as well as its parade of sequels (of…varying quality, but we'll get to that) taps into a certain primal fear of the unknown. Sleep is one of the little deaths in our life. We surrender ourselves to forces we don't truly understand, where we then are bombarded with symbolic narratives as our brains keep firing while our bodies rest. The simple question of “if I go to sleep, what if I don't wake up?” is one that every child has asked their parents. And there's that long standing urban legend that if you die in your dream, well, your real life body will follow.Is there any truth to that? If you die in your dreams, will you ACTUALLY die in real life? And what about the actual science of dreams and sleep? And how the heck did Wes Craven and friends weave it all together to create one of the most compelling horror stories of all time?Check out the latest episode of Does it Fly? to find out! And…let's hope we don't put you to sleep. Put some coffee on or something, geez!https://youtu.be/h0A0QX0nH0cFURTHER VIEWINGVirtually everything we cover in terms of the dream logic of Freddy Krueger and this franchise can be found in Wes Craven's original A Nightmare on Elm Street, a true classic of ‘80s horror and one of the most influential films of its kind of all time!And yes, the rest of the franchise is kind of hit and miss, but they're all entertaining as hell. If you ONLY watch one of the sequels, check out A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: The Dream Warriors, which is generally beloved and the best of the bunch. But for you Scream fans (another Wes Craven masterpiece), you might also want to give Wes Craven's New Nightmare a look, as it's almost the prototype for Scream!And if all that is old (and ratty) hat to you, maybe it's time to check out the brilliant Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy documentary.FURTHER READINGDo you want to delve a little deeper into the facts, concepts, and stories Hakeem and Tamara referenced in today's episode? Of course you do! A Quick Overview of SleepNot just the different stages of sleep, but a breakdown of what can go wrong during them, can be found here!Night TerrorsWhile that sounds like it could be a movie title, it's an actual scientific term, and these ain't your average nightmare! But those can lead to…Sudden Unexplained Nocturnal Death SyndromeAnd while this one sounds like a really awful band name, it is one of the cruxes of the fear of dying in your dreams.Lucid DreamingIf you want to actual kick Freddy's ass while you sleep, then you'd better master the art of lucid dreaming! Here's how.Men, Women, and ChainsawsTamara cites this important work on the role of gender in the horror genre and you should check it out, too!Freddy Lives!Want more behind the scenes details on the franchise? Well, here you go.WANT MORE FROM DOES IT FLY?Who says we don't cover horror on this show? Just check out this howlingly good episode we did on werewolves if you don't believe us!It's spooky season and The Crow absolutely fits the vibe, if you want some heroics with your horror. Check it out here.FOLLOW US!Stay in the loop! Follow DOES IT FLY? on:♦ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@doesitflypod?sub_confirmation=1♦ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doesitflypodAnd don't forget to follow Roddenberry Entertainment for more sci-fi insights:♦ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roddenberryofficial/♦ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roddenberry♦ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/roddenberrypod.bsky.socialFor Advertising Inquiries: doesitfly@roddenberry.comProduced by: Kelsey GoldbergTechnical Director: Andrew HalleyRODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT | 2025

Forgotten Horror 7 kicks off with "Wes Craven's New Nightmare" (1994), the meta slasher that dared to blur the lines between fiction and reality.Both Mike Butler and Mike Field appreciate some of the ideas here—bringing Freddy Krueger into the “real” world, playing with Heather Langenkamp as herself, and giving Wes Craven and Robert Englund roles in their own nightmare. But as the Mikes discuss, the film doesn't quite go far enough with its meta concept. Instead, it feels like wasted potential: not enough scares, not enough exploration of Craven himself, and too few moments where the horror fully delivers.The Mikes also take a detour into the world of slashers at large, debating who their favorite killers are and where Freddy stands in the pantheon of horror icons.So sharpen your claws, flip the script, and join Forgotten Cinema as Forgotten Horror 7 gets underway!Who's your favorite classic horror film slasher? Let us know in the comments below!

Send us a textAnd welcome to this very special edition of the movie wire! 1000 movies and The Movie Wire as hit 200 episodesThis week on the show!Some search for battle, others are born into it. Leonardo DiCaprio stars in: One Battle After AnotherTrue story, ultimate comeback. Michael Chiklis stars in:The SeniorAnd finallySurvival was just the beginning in:The SeniorWe got a lot to cover this week along with some special guests to celebrate this 200th episode. For the 200th time.... ready for my verdict let's get into it. *You can give a gift to The Movie Wire celebrating it's 200th episode by leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify*You can now listen to The Movie Wire on YouTube! Listen and subscribe here!Make sure you check out Gaming Views!Listen HereIf you haven't tuned in, followed, or subscribed to The Cultworthy Cinema Podcast and The Movie Wire's crossover show Back 2 the Balcony, now is your time, because this week we cover the 1996 Wes Craven film that turned the tables on the slasher genre in: Scream: Listen HereSupport the show

Happy Spooky Szn! We're celebrating the start of our favorite time of year and, more importantly, our TWO-YEAR PODCAST ANNIVERSARY here on We Drink & We Watch Things! To mark the occasion, Mackenzie's gift to Lemar is covering a classic that launched a thousand rules: Wes Craven's "Scream." Grab a drink, make sure your phone is charged, and let's talk about the film that changed horror forever.This week, we're diving into the brilliant meta-slasher that both celebrates and satirizes the entire horror genre. We'll be dissecting the genius of its opening scene, the infamous "rules" for surviving a horror movie, and the legendary twists that still manage to surprise viewers. As an anniversary gift, "Scream" is the perfect choice, blending sharp writing with genuine scares. We'll be talking about its lasting cultural impact and why this self-aware horror flick still feels fresh decades later.Whether you're a horror fanatic who knows all the trivia, a fan of sharp writing and meta-commentary, or just joining us to celebrate two years of drinking and watching things, this is the episode for you. We're blending our spooky season excitement with our usual casual banter, making this the perfect, high-octane start to the scariest month of the year. Do you like scary movies? Because we sure do!This episode VIDEO is live on YouTube AND Spotify!Follow us on Instagram and TikTok to get ep sneak peaks and find out what's coming next. DM us what you want to hear about next or email us at wedrinkandwewatchthingspod@gmail.com.

In this episode, Ryan speaks with Joseph Maddrey, the author of “The Soul of Wes Craven,” about the legacy left behind from the beloved SCREAM franchise director. Then, Ryan and Josh Calamari discuss Chad and Mindy working for Gale Weathers in Scream 7 and the potential for their new trio within the SCREAM world. Rounding out the show, Ryan and Ashley make predictions for Taylor Swift's new album releasing Friday, “The Life of a Showgirl.” ‘The Soul of Wes Craven' Nightmare and Scream Gale and Mindy NYC Trio Speech Round The Life of a Showgirl Predictions Follow us @ScreamWithRCS on Instagram, X, and Facebook. Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs

When you are looking at these hills, they look back. Join Invasion of the Remake as we take a trip into the desert to find mutant, man-eating, hillbillies in Wes Craven's cult classic horror, The Hills Have Eyes (1977 vs. 2006). When you venture into these hills you will never come out alive. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread the love! Like, share and subscribe! You can also help out the show with a positive review and a 5-star rating over on iTunes / Apple Podcasts. We want to hear from you and your opinions will help shape the future of the show. Your ratings and reviews also help others find the show. Their "earballs" will thank you. https://invasionoftheremake.wixsite.com/podcast Follow us on BlueSky: @invasionremake.bsky.social Follow us on X/Twitter: @InvasionRemake Like and share us on Facebook, Instagram & Tik-Tok: Invasion of the Remake Email us your questions, suggestions, corrections, challenges and comments: invasionoftheremake@gmail.com Buy a cool t-shirt, hoodies, hats, and other Invasion of the Remake swag at our merchandise store!

Chuck Russell's 1987 Freddy Krueger sequel, A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS, is our feature presentation this week. We talk how Freddy got his groove back, what brought Wes Craven back to the franchise, the return of Heather Langenkamp and John Saxon, and what the hell is Dick Cavett doing in a horror sequel? We also rank our TOP 7 NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET MOVIES in this week's SILVER SCREEN 7!  Join our Patreon ($2.99/month) here linktr.ee/brokenvcr to watch the episodes LIVE in video form day/weeks early. Find us on Instagram @thebrokenvcr and follow us on LetterBoxd! Become a regular here at THE BROKEN VCR!

This episode dissects Alexandre Aja's remake of The Hills Have Eyes, exploring what makes it both faithful to and different from Wes Craven's 1977 original. We discuss the updated setting, the intensified atmosphere, and the new practical effects that bring the ghastly inhabitants to life, courtesy of talent like Greg Nicotero and his team. Listen as we break down standout performances from Aaron Stanford, Kathleen Quinlan, Vinessa Shaw, and Emilie de Ravin, and how actors such as Dan Byrd, Robert Joy, and Billy Drago contribute to the terrifying dynamic. Joining in for this spooky good chat are Alex and Dean of the Return Revenge Resurrection podcast and they're ready to go all in on one of the most underrated horror remakes to emerge out of the craze that began with 2003's The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Get ready for a special look at behind-the-scenes decisions, scares, and the film's lasting impact on horror remakes.Links For Guests: Return Revenge ResurrectionWhere To Watch The Hills Have Eyes (2006)

FOr the next couple weeks Carissa will be co-hosting to discuss all of th Scream movies. She somehow has never seen them before so this should be a fun rewatch. Of course we're starting with the Wes Craven classic that started it all, Scream from 1996. I'm finally able to drink whiskey again so I'm celebrating with a Four Roses 2024 limited Edition Small Batch.Here's the stats:Proof: 108.2Age: Blend of 12, 15, 16, and 20 year old bourbonsMashbill:Blend of four bourbons, comprised of three different recipes:31% OBSV Recipe: 12 Years, 60% Corn, 35% Rye, 5% Malted Barley23% OESK Recipe: 15 Years, 75% Corn, 20% Rye, 5% Malted Barley39% OESF Recipe: 16 Years, 75% Corn, 20% Rye, 5% Malted Barley7% OBSV Recipe: 20 Years, 60% Corn, 35% Rye, 5% Malted Barley