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A weekly podcast looking at the social commentary in horror films and how the genre reflects societal concerns. With hosts James Sabata and Donald Guillory.

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February 22nd, 2024

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The Social Commentary of SUNDOWN (w/Alvaro Zinos-Amaro)

March 24th, 2024

1:23:41

Author Alvaro Zinos-Amaro stops by to talk about SUNDOWN. We're looking at debilitating diagnoses, escape from reality, detachment, isolation, …

The Social Commentary of THE BLACKCOAT'S DAUGHTER (w/Jamie Flanagan)

March 18th, 2024

1:42:14

Screenwriter Jamie Flanagan joins us to discuss The Blackcoat's Daughter. We're exploring loneliness, grief, and loss. We additionally talk a lot about writing this episode.

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The Social Commentary of TO WONG FOO

March 10th, 2024

2:06:28

Author Anton Cancre joins us to talk about TO WONG FOO, THANKS FOR EVERYTHING, JULIE NEWMAR.

We’re looking at Acceptance and Tolerance, …

The Social Commentary of GODZILLA MINUS ONE (w/Thomas Brungardt)

January 28th, 2024

1:23:34

Thomas Brungardt joins us as we take on GODZILLA MINUS ONE. We're talking guilt, shame, trauma, war, survivor's guilt, and pitching a ridiculous …

The Social Commentary of BIRTH/REBIRTH (w/Alvaro Zinos-Amaro)

January 21st, 2024

1:43:30

Author Alvaro Zinos-Amaro joins us for a look at Birth/Rebirth.

We're exploring themes of loss, trauma, refusal to let go, manipulation, science, …

The Social Commentary of HELL HOUSE LLC (w/Jenny Kiefer)

January 14th, 2024

1:17:52

Author Jenny Kiefer (owner of Butcher Cabin Books) joins us to talk HELL HOUSE, LLC. We're looking at haunted houses, gateways to hell, found footage, exploitation of tragedy, trauma, and people who won't just rewind …

The Social Commentary of THE DESCENT (w/Michael Bettendorf & Jason McCord)

January 7th, 2024

1:47:39

Michael Bettendorf and Jason McCord join us to chat about THE DESCENT. We're looking at trauma, survival, female empowerment, friendship, betrayal, and some creepy creatures trying to eat everyone.

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The Social Commentary of IKWYDLS (w/Laura Keating & Zachary Rosenberg)

December 31st, 2023

1:58:09

Authors Laura Keating and Zachary Rosenberg join us to discuss I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER. We're looking at grief, guilt, trauma, loss of a child, and more... and then discussing every teen slasher and we can think …

The Social Commentary of ROSEMARY'S BABY (w/Rebecca Cuthbert & Laurel Hightower)

December 24th, 2023

2:25:35

Rebecca Cuthbert and Laurel Hightower join us to discuss ROSEMARY'S BABY.  We're deep diving into both Ira Levin's novel and the 1968 film and …

The Social Commentary of DRAG ME TO HELL (w/Ruthann Jagge)

December 17th, 2023

1:36:39

Ruthann Jagge joins us to discuss DRAG ME TO HELL. We're looking at shame, guilt, the price we'll pay for the things we want, digging up graves in the rain, and more. And we chat a bit about the weird things that …

The Social Commentary of WHEN EVIL LURKS (w/SA Bradley & Alok Mishra)

December 10th, 2023

1:32:39

SA Bradley of Hellbent for Horror and Alok Mishra, producer of 1BR, join us to talk about WHEN EVIL LURKS, a movie we collectively agree is our …

The Social Commentary of KILL LIST (w/Michael David Wilson)

December 3rd, 2023

2:03:30

Author Michael David Wilson (of the This Is Horror podcast) joins us to discuss KILL LIST. We're looking at religion, violence, corruption, trauma, …

The Social Commentary of BANSHEE CHAPTER (w/Todd Keisling)

November 26th, 2023

1:47:22

Author/Artist Todd Keisling joins us to talk Banshee Chapter. We're looking at government programs, conspiracy theories, Lovecraft, mind-altering drugs, and more.


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The Social Commentary of THE MENU (w/Dwan L. Hearn)

November 20th, 2023

2:10:59

Screenwriter/Podcaster Dwan L Hearn joins us to talk about THE MENU. We're looking at class, freedom, selling yourself, the service industry, and a LOT of references to professional wrestling. :)



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The Social Commentary of TALK TO ME (w/Zachary Ashford)

November 13th, 2023

1:50:41

Author Zachary Ashford joins us to discuss the film TALK TO ME. We're looking at addiction, peer pressure, social media concerns, and the proper ettiquete when you find a suffering kangaroo on the side of the road.

Simpsons Treehouse of Horror 34

November 7th, 2023

41:24

Throughout the month of October 2020, we looked at  each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! They made us do it again the next year... and the next year... and now again THIS year... So we're here looking at …

The Social Commentary of THE WIZARD OF OZ (w/Katherine Silva)

November 6th, 2023

2:07:43

Author Katherine Silva joins us to discuss the 1939 classic THE WIZARD OF OZ. We're talking powerful women, coroners with weird rating systems, abuse …

The Social Commentary of THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS (w/Lora Senf)

October 30th, 2023

1:20:59

Author Lora Senf (The Clackity and The Nighthouse Keeper) joins us to discuss THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS, on the 30th anniversary of its release. …

The Social Commentary of FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S (w/Mr. Creepy Pasta)

October 28th, 2023

1:36:12

Youtuber Mr. Creepy Pasta joins us to look at FNAF. We're looking at trauma, kidnapping, nostalgia, guilt, and why in the world ANYONE would want to …

The Social Commentary of THE MURMURING (w/Alex Woodroe)

October 26th, 2023

1:42:45

Alex Woodroe joins us for 8 episodes breaking down each episode of Guillermo Del Toro's CABINET OF CURIOSITIES.

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The Social Commentary of THE VIEWING (w/Alex Woodroe)

October 23rd, 2023

1:32:56

Alex Woodroe joins us for 8 episodes breaking down each episode of Guillermo Del Toro's CABINET OF CURIOSITIES.

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The Social Commentary of DREAMS IN THE WITCH HOUSE (w/Alex Woodroe)

October 19th, 2023

1:31:56

Alex Woodroe joins us for 8 episodes breaking down each episode of Guillermo Del Toro's CABINET OF CURIOSITIES.

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The Social Commentary of PICKMAN'S MODEL

October 16th, 2023

1:18:15

Alex Woodroe joins us for 8 episodes breaking down each episode of Guillermo Del Toro's CABINET OF CURIOSITIES.

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The Social Commentary of THE OUTSIDE (w/Alex Woodroe)

October 12th, 2023

1:25:00

Alex Woodroe joins us for 8 episodes breaking down each episode of Guillermo Del Toro's CABINET OF CURIOSITIES.

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The Social Commentary of THE AUTOPSY (w/Alex Woodroe)

October 9th, 2023

1:12:25

Alex Woodroe joins us for 8 episodes breaking down each episode of Guillermo Del Toro's CABINET OF CURIOSITIES.

 

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The Social Commentary of GRAVEYARD RATS (w/Alex Woodroe)

October 5th, 2023

1:25:27

Alex Woodroe joins us for 8 episodes breaking down each episode of Guillermo Del Toro's CABINET OF CURIOSITIES.

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The Social Commentary of LOT 36 (w/Alex Woodroe)

October 2nd, 2023

1:37:13

Alex Woodroe joins us for 8 episodes breaking down each episode of Guillermo Del Toro's CABINET OF CURIOSITIES.

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The Social Commentary of THE CONJURING (w/William Sterling)

September 24th, 2023

1:14:49

Author William Sterling joins us to talk about THE CONJURING. We're looking at reality vs. how the Warrens are portrayed, exorcisms, the questionable …

The Social Commentary of MASTER (w/RJ Joseph)

August 7th, 2023

2:13:43

RJ Joseph, AKA Rhonda Jackson Garcia, joins us to look at MASTER. We're talking race, higher education, the ghosts of the past, the terrors of the …

The Social Commentary of PLEASANTVILLE (w/Tim Meyer)

July 31st, 2023

1:42:29

Author Tim Meyer stops by to talk PLEASANTVILLE. We're looking at racism, societal norms, morality, gender roles, the effect art has on our lives and …

The Social Commentary of BONES AND ALL (w/Josh Ickes)

July 17th, 2023

1:39:13

Filmmaker Josh Ickes joins us to talk about Bones and All. We're looking at otherness, community, finding your family, self-discovery, and just how many calories are in a person if you eat them BONES AND ALL.

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The Social Commentary of IT STAINS THE SANDS RED (w/Chris Vander Kaay)

July 10th, 2023

1:27:41

Author Chris Vander Kaay joins us to talk about self discovery, redemption, men who can't take a hint, motherhood, and how to make a well-worn genre feel fresh.

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The Social Commentary of PIGGY (w/Brian Haas)

July 3rd, 2023

1:54:17

Brian Haas joins us to celebrate our 200th episode. We’re talking PIGGY: Bullying, revenge, justice, trauma, and the desire to fit in.

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The Social Commentary of THE BLACKENING (w/Thomas Brungardt)

June 26th, 2023

1:22:51

Thomas Brungardt is on his best behavior as we look at this horror comedy and find out how many real-life lessons on culture, tolerance, history, and …

The Social Commentary of GONE GIRL (w/Michael Keith Stevens)

June 19th, 2023

1:46:19

Michael Keith Stevens joins us to talk GONE GIRL. We're talking media representation, 24-hour news coverage, parenting, dishonesty, manipulation, …

The Social Commentary of VIVARIUM (w/Danger Slater and Matt Blairstone)

June 12th, 2023

1:19:43

Danger Slater and Matt Blairstone stop by to talk about VIVARIUM. We're looking at Suburbia, Capitalism, Consumerism, Societal Expectations, Gender …

The Social Commentary of I ROBOT (w/Amy G)

June 5th, 2023

1:35:57

Tattoo Aritst, Amy G stops by to talk I, ROBOT. We're looking at artificial intelligence, the human propensity for self-destruction, morality, ethics, fear, and why 2004 Chuck Taylors aren't the best shoes for chasing …

The Social Commentary of SALEM'S LOT (w/Sadie Hartmann)

May 29th, 2023

1:19:45

Mother Horror, Sadie Hartmann, joins us to talk SALEM'S LOT. We dive into her love of the book and talk about the 1979 miniseries, exploring vampires, small-town secrets, creepy men, and the consequences of destroying a …

The Social Commentary of RENFIELD (w/Thomas Brungardt)

May 22nd, 2023

1:08:02

Thomas Brungardt joins us to talk RENFIELD. We're looking at co-dependency, narcissists, self-worth, manipulation, gaslighting, and the greatness of …

The Social Commentary of DOG SOLDIERS (w/Bryan Hardy)

May 15th, 2023

1:36:28

Bryan Hardy joins us to talk about werewolves, military service, human stew, and just how expendable a soldier is to the military at any given time.

The Social Commentary of THE VIGIL (w/Zach Rosenberg)

May 7th, 2023

1:42:02

Zachary Rosenberg stops by to talk about THE VIGIL and CAST A DEADLY SPELL, two movies that heavily influenced his new novella THE LONG SHALOM.  …

The Social Commentary of PONTYPOOL (w/ Clay McLeod Chapman)

April 30th, 2023

1:54:42

SPREAD THE WORD! Super Conversationalist Clay McLeod Chapman joins us to discuss the power of words, the communal duty to save, hubris, Individuals and Communities, the War of the Worlds and the Venomverse.  You don't …

The Social Commentary of SEASON OF THE WITCH (w/Rebecca Cuthbert)

April 24th, 2023

1:45:06

Rebecca Cuthbert joins us for a deep dive into Romero's 1972 SEASON OF THE WITCH. We're breaking down pseudo-feminism, domestic violence, witchcraft, …

The Social Commentary of BARBARIAN (w/Robert Ottone)

April 17th, 2023

1:46:42

Robert Ottone joins us to talk BARBARIAN. We're looking at red flags, toxic masculinity, rape, consequence culture, and more.

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The Social Commentary of THE BLACK CAT (w/Laura Keating)

April 10th, 2023

1:13:37

We talked to author Laura Keating about AGONY'S LODESTONE, her next release (available through Tenebrous Press) and dove into 1934's THE BLACK CAT, where we talked World Wars I and II, The Unquiet Dead, Lugosi and …

The Social Commentary of SISSY (w/Zach Ashford)

March 20th, 2023

1:38:34

 

Zachary Ashford stops by to talk about 2022's SISSY. We're looking at trauma, revenge, social media influencers, eye-popping gore, and more.

The Social Commentary of MEN (w/Alex Woodroe and Matt Blairstone)

March 13th, 2023

1:57:31

Alex Woodroe and Matt Blairstone of Tenebrous Press join us to look at Alex Garland's MEN. We take an in-depth look at gender, misogyny, toxic …

The Social Commentary of COCAINE BEAR (w/Thomas Brungardt)

March 6th, 2023

1:13:36

James, Don, and Thomas somehow found some social commentary in this, but let's face it... we're just celebrating the greatness of COCAINE BEAR.

Let's do this.

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Celebrates One Million Downloads

February 22nd, 2023

1:11:06

Thomas Brungardt stops by to interview Don and James and learn more about us as we celebrate passing one million downloads.

The Social Commentary of NOPE (w/Dwan L. Hearn)

December 25th, 2022

1:50:54

Dwan L. Hearn joins us to chat about NOPE. We're looking at Hollywood, family expectations, and sensationalism... and we spend way too much time …

The Social Commentary of HOME ALONE (w/Thomas Brungardt)

December 22nd, 2022

1:15:11

Thomas Brungardt goes nostalgic with us on our holiday episode as we discuss Home Alone. We're looking at neglectful parents in the film, financially …

The Social Commentary of VIOLENT NIGHT

December 18th, 2022

1:51:01

Christmas and horror used to only go hand in hand at family gatherings, but today we're breaking down VIOLENT NIGHT, looking at character arcs, amazing kills, the way they got us to care about 1%ers being robbed, and …

The Social Commentary of THE SIXTH SENSE (w/William Sterling)

December 11th, 2022

1:34:19

Author William Sterling joins us to discuss THE SIXTH SENSE. We're looking at ignoring the concerns of children, gaslighting, abuse, the color red, …

The Social Commentary of CORALINE (w/Ira Marcks)

December 4th, 2022

1:31:34

Illustrator Ira Marcks joins us to look at Coraline and explore themes of bravery, self-discovery, wishful thinking, abuse, imagination, nuclear …

The Social Commentary of WENDELL & WILD

November 21st, 2022

59:54

We take a look at Wendell and Wild and discuss proper representation, the importance of a cultural consultant, the school-to-prison pipeline, …

The Social Commentary of PREY (w/MichaelBrent Collings)

November 13th, 2022

1:24:41

Horror author MicahelBrent Collings stops by to talk about the latest Predator movie, PREY. We're talking the importance of representation, accuracy, …

The Social Commentary of AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON (w/Danger Slater)

November 6th, 2022

1:24:17

Danger Slater joins us to talk about An American Werewolf in London. We're looking at the werewolf as symbolism of the Jewish faith, why you should …

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 33 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

November 4th, 2022

42:44

Throughout the month of October 2020, we looked at  each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! They made us do it again last year... and now again THIS year... So we're here looking at THE POOKADOOK, DEATH TOME, …

The Social Commentary of HELLRAISER 2022 (w/Hailey Piper)

October 30th, 2022

1:29:01

Author Hailey Piper joins us to talk about the newest Hellraiser film. We're looking at addiction, desire, sacrifice, cenobite design, the new puzzle box lore, and more.

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The Social Commentary of PRINCE OF DARKNESS (w/Graham Rowat)

October 23rd, 2022

1:17:25

Actor/Voice Actor Graham Rowat joins us to talk about PRINCE OF DARKNESS. We're looking at religion, science, storytelling, fear, and more.

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The Social Commentary of DEADSTREAM (w/Vincent V. Cava)

October 19th, 2022

59:35

Author/Screenwriter Vincent V. Cava joins us to talk about DEADSTREAM. We're talking a bit about internet personalities, horror comedies that are still horror, and the comments section. :)

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The Social Commentary of GLORIOUS (w/Brian Haas)

October 16th, 2022

1:47:54

Brian Haas from BS Movies Podcast joins us to talk about a Lovecraftian Glory Hole, eternal guilt, and other things we find in rest area bathrooms.

 

The Social Commentary of THE BLACK PHONE

October 9th, 2022

1:44:50

We're breaking down Joe Hill's BLACK PHONE, talking about family relationships, religion/faith, abductions, and some of the differences between the film and the short story.

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The Social Commentary of THE MONSTER SQUAD

October 2nd, 2022

1:46:32

We're talking monsters, children, family roles, society's weird obsession with virgins, and Emergency Pizza.

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The Social Commentary of EVERYTHING, EVERYWHERE, ALL AT ONCE (w/Anton Cancre)

September 25th, 2022

1:57:26

Anton Cancre joins us to discuss finding your own path, living your best life, dildos, societal expectations, butt plugs, family relationships and hot dog fingers... and more.

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The Social Commentary of ROBOCOP (w/Izzy Lee)

June 12th, 2022

2:15:26

Director Izzy Lee joins us to look at RoboCop. We discuss corruption, violence, gentrification, copaganda, and the militarization of the police force

The Social Commentary of CANDYMAN 2021 (w/RJ Joseph AKA Rhonda Jackson Garcia)

June 6th, 2022

2:24:38

Rhonda joins us for another round. We're talking Nia DeCosta's CANDYMAN. We're looking at systemic racism, the reality of the world around us, the importance of oral story telling, and representation in film.

The Social Commentary of FRAILTY (w/Paul Michael Anderson)

May 30th, 2022

1:21:15

Paul Michael Anderson stops by to talk about FRAILTY, the best horror movie no one has ever seen. We're talking about religion, mental illness, …

The Social Commentary of MIDSOMMAR (w/Allison and Ian Lovecraft)

May 23rd, 2022

1:42:27

Allison and Ian Lovecraft join us to look at MIDSOMMAR.  We're looking at gaslighting and toxic relationships, emancipation from those relationships, …

The Social Commentary of EXORCIST II (w/ChillerPop)

May 15th, 2022

1:05:39

ChillerPop stops by to defend the Exorcist II as a decent movie. Spoiler: We agreed with him! We're looking at religion, loss of faith, personal demons, and how corporate players can change a good script.

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The Social Commentary of JASON X (w/Cameron D. Blackwell)

May 8th, 2022

1:32:31

Cameron D. Blackwell joins us to discuss JASON X. We're looking a corporate greed, the intersection of scifi and horror, the terrible plan to have one guy guard Jason, and discussing how the novelizations of the film …

The Social Commentary of AS ABOVE SO BELOW (w/Joshua Marsella)

May 1st, 2022

1:50:16

Joshua Marsella joins us to talk about AS ABOVE SO BELOW. We're analyzing some of the levels of Hell, discussing fears, and sincerely opening up on a level we never have on this show.

It's a wild ride. Jump in.

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The Social Commentary of FRESH (w/Allison and Ian Lovecraft)

April 17th, 2022

1:45:00
Allison and Ian Lovecraft join us to talk about FRESH. We're talking red flags while dating, $30,000 meals, and signs that your boyfriend has a wife.

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The Social Commentary of MALIGNANT (w/Gemma Amor, Brandon Boone, and David Cummings)

April 11th, 2022

1:42:34

Gemma Amor, Brandon Boone, and David Cummings join us to talk about the absolute insanity that is MALIGNANT. 

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The Social Commentary of SESSION 9 (w/David Simms)

April 4th, 2022

1:43:37

David Simms joins us to talk SESSION 9. We're talking mental health, psych institutions and personal experiences exploring them, the lines between perception and reality, and the most killer baked ziti.

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The Social Commentary of THE DARK AND THE WICKED (w/Laurel Hightower)

March 28th, 2022

1:26:55

Laurel Hightower joins us to talk about The Dark and the Wicked. We're exploring family and responsibility, elder care, religion and faith, belief …

The Social Commentary of SLAXX (w/Jenny Kiefer)

March 21st, 2022

1:36:32

Jenny Kiefer joins us to talk about SLAXX. We're looking at worker exploitation and sweatshops, corporate lies and misdirects, marketing, cult …

The Social Commentary of ANTEBELLUM (w/Rhonda Jackson Garcia AKA RJ Joseph)

March 14th, 2022

2:35:19

Rhonda Jackson Garcia AKA RJ Joseph joins us to talk about ANTEBELLUM. We're exploring slavery, community, identity, race, and the extra hurdles minority writers face.

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The Social Commentary of JAWBREAKER (w/Cassie Daley)

March 6th, 2022

1:42:58

Cassie Daley joins us to talk JAWBREAKER. Fashion, fitting in, controlling others, identity, love, and acceptance.

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The Social Commentary of THE MUMMY (w/Jamie Stewart)

February 28th, 2022

1:28:31

Jamie Stewart joins us to talk THE MUMMY. We're looking at eternal love, strong female leads, greed, bravado, and how this movie manages to …

The Social Commentary of THE EMPTY MAN (w/Dylan D. Erwin)

February 21st, 2022

1:55:26

Dylan D. Erwin joins us to talk about THE EMPTY MAN. We're discussing religion and cults, manifestation, bridges, identity, and issues of perception …

The Social Commentary of IDENTITY (w/Laurel Hightower and Sandra Ruttan)

February 14th, 2022

1:50:45

Laurel Hightower and Sandra Ruttan join us to talk IDENTITY. We're looking at the labels we give ourselves and others, social media personas, how …

The Social Commentary of THE WITCH (w/Richard Thomas)

February 7th, 2022

1:16:36

Richard Thomas joins us to discuss THE WITCH. We're talking Puritans, Religion, Blind Faith, Punishment of the Innocent, Folklore, Favorite A24 …

The Social Commentary of ALIENS (w/Beau Johnson)

January 31st, 2022

1:12:19

Beau Johnson joins us to talk ALIENS. We're looking at motherhood, PTSD, misogyny, corporate profits over safety, possible insurance fraud, and the grind of publishing and boosting.

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The Social Commentary of PIG (w/Zachary Ashford)

January 24th, 2022

1:17:46

Zachary Ashford joins us to discuss PIG. We're looking at Masculinity, Identity, Integrity, Social Expectations, Maintaining Image, and Processing …

The Social Commentary of LAKE PLACID (w/Thomas Brungardt)

January 17th, 2022

1:01:50

Thomas Brungardt joins us to talk Lake Placid. We're looking at invasive species vs. man's desire to kill, aging out of criminal activity, forced romance storylines, and crocodile helicopter fashion.

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TheSocialCommentary of THE HAND (w/Bob Pastorella)

January 10th, 2022

1:46:29

Bob Pastorella joins us to talk about 1981's THE HAND. We discuss true ambiguity in a film, loss of connection to art, loss of control, mental health …

The Social Commentary of SCREAM (w/Allison and Ian Lovecraft)

January 3rd, 2022

1:06:52

Allison and Ian Lovecraft join us as we're talking SCREAM. Trauma, uncaring parents, being alone, seeking control in your life, seeking respect, and …

The Social Commentary of KRAMPUS (w/William Sterling)

December 26th, 2021

1:17:07

William Sterling joins us to talk #Krampus. We're looking at Christmas lore, folklore, dealing with families for the holidays, and whether or not Max …

The Social Commentary of SCROOGED

December 23rd, 2021

1:39:25

We (jokingly) celebrate 666,666 downloads by discussing SCROOGED. We're looking at Reaganomics, the television industry, video stores, visits from ghosts, and the Christmases we'd each want to visit again.

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The Social Commentary of SILENT NIGHT DEADLY NIGHT (w/Paul Michael Anderson)

December 20th, 2021

1:44:51

Paul Michael Anderson joins us to talk SILENT NIGHT, DEADLY NIGHT. We're looking at holidays, trauma, shame, and punishment. And the fastest way to …

The Social Commentary of GHOSTBUSTERS AFTERLIFE (w/Thomas Brungardt)

December 13th, 2021

1:28:40

Thomas Brungardt joins us to talk Ghostbusters: Afterlife. Nostalgia, cameos, the importance of representation, the need to sell toys, and how 2016 lent a helping hand to this film.

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The Social Commentary of NIGHT OF THE DEMON 1957 (w/Charles Cutting)

December 6th, 2021

1:48:34

Charles Cutting (@Dice_Comics) joins us to talk 1957's NIGHT OF THE DEMON (AKA Curse of the Demon in the US).  Religion, Superstition, Female …

The Social Commentary of I SAW THE DEVIL (w/Daniel Barnett)

November 29th, 2021

1:17:49

Daniel Barnett joins us to talk I SAW THE DEVIL. We're looking at revenge and the inevitability that it can never fully satisfy. characters we don't …

The Social Commentary of PSYCHO GOREMAN (w/Dr. Andrew Scahill)

November 22nd, 2021

1:08:49

Dr. Andrew Scahill joins us to talk about PSYCHO GOREMAN. We're looking at independent women gone wrong, impulse control, controlling others, cops …

The Social Commentary of CHILD'S PLAY (w/Ian and Allison Lovecraft)

November 15th, 2021

1:06:43

Allison and Ian Lovecraft join us to talk about 1988's CHILD'S PLAY. Why do we fear dolls? Does accuracy matter in representations of voodoo? Why …

The Social Commentary of DEAD SILENCE (w/Mike Thorn)

November 8th, 2021

1:20:58

Mike Thorn breaks down DEAD SILENCE as we discuss The Uncanny, controlling others, the art of horror films, and look deep at the career of James Wan.

The Social Commentary of INVISIBLE MAN 1933 (w/Brent Terhune)

October 31st, 2021

54:46

Comedian Brent Terhune joins us to talk about The Invisible Man. We talk toxic masculinity, gaslighting, abuse, evil intentions, and more.

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The Social Commentary of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA (w/Vincent V. Cava)

October 28th, 2021

1:06:14

Vincent V. Cava stops by to talk about PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. We talked red pillers, female characters with agency, and how long it takes to saw a chandelier chain. We compared versions of the story and heard Don's …

The Social Commentary of THE CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON (w/Jason Ginsburg)

October 25th, 2021

1:00:26

Jason Ginsburg talks CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON. Consequences of invading a habitat. Is the creature the victim? A woman scientist who actually gets to science! And the insanity of the sequels.

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The Social Commentary of THE WOLF MAN (w/SA Bradley)

October 21st, 2021

1:35:47

SA Bradley joins us to talk about The Wolf Man. We're talking toxic masculinity, folklore, behind the scenes stories, which half of Larry is the …

The Social Commentary of THE BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN (w/Brian Haas)

October 18th, 2021

1:22:19

Brian Haas joins us to talk BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN including the search for acceptance, humanity, curiosity vs. science, and we delve into preservation of films.

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TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 32 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 18th, 2021

36:22

Throughout the month of October 2020, we looked at  each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Now they made us do it again. Episode 32 features THIS SIDE OF PARASITE, NIGHTMARE ON ELM TREE, and DEAD RINGER

The Social Commentary of FRANKENSTEIN (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 11th, 2021

1:03:50

Thomas Brungardt joins us to discuss the 90th anniversary of FRANKENSTEIN. We’re looking at being the outsider, searching for acceptance, mob mentality, xenophobia, the line between science and nature.

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The Social Commentary of DRACULA (w/Josh Ickes)

October 4th, 2021

1:05:21

Josh Ickes stops by to talk DRACULA. We're looking at why vampires are so adored, xenophobia, Lugosi's influence on vampire lore, how this film …

The Social Commentary of ALIEN (w/Gemma Amor)

September 27th, 2021

1:50:38

Gemma Amor joins us to talk ALIEN. We're looking at science, humanity, the expendability of employees, differing forms of the slasher narrative and a woman who has the answers, but no one wants to listen.

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The Social Commentary of LUCKY (w/Natasha Kermani and Laurel Hightower)

September 20th, 2021

1:39:31

Director Natasha Kermani and author @HightowerLaurel join us to talk LUCKY. We're looking at the horrors women deal, toxic relationships, random threats, exhaustion, the will to fight back and how men can actually help.

The Social Commentary of HIGH TENSION (w/Dwan L. Hearn)

September 12th, 2021

1:14:24

Dwan L. Hearn joins us to talk High Tension. We talk psychology, what makes a great twist, whether we view the film as homophobic/transphobic, and …

The Social Commentary of THE WOLF OF SNOW HOLLOW (w/Chris Vander Kaay)

September 6th, 2021

1:12:04

Author Chris Vander Kaay joins us for a look at The Wolf of Snow Hollow.  We're discussing masculinity, addiction, control, family relationships, …

The Social Commentary of SILENT HILL (w/Anton Cancre)

August 30th, 2021

1:23:52

Anton Cancre joins the show to talk SILENT HILL. We're looking at video games, gender roles and expectations, cults, weird relationships, and a film …

The Social Commentary of THE SKELETON KEY (w/Donald R. Guillory)

August 22nd, 2021

1:35:46

We're talking THE SKELETON KEY - Voodoo, Hoodoo, Culture in the South, Plantations, Slavery, and more.

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The Social Commentary of THE LIGHTHOUSE (w/Brandon Boone)

August 16th, 2021

1:06:03

Brandon Boone joins us to talk THE LIGHTHOUSE. We're discussing toxic masculinity, hubris, unions, philosophy, and... mermaid fantasies...

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The Social Commentary of FOUND (w/Jeff Strand)

August 9th, 2021

55:30

Jeff Strand joins us to discuss FOUND. We look at familial relationships, bullying, friendships ending, finding one's own courage, and how this movie …

The Social Commentary of CRIMSON PEAK (w/Gory Cory)

August 2nd, 2021

1:22:56

Gory Cory joins us for the 2 year anniversary episode of our show to look at the social commentary of CRIMSON PEAK. Survivalism, gender role …

The Social Commentary of THE FLY (w/Danger Slater)

July 26th, 2021

1:14:24

Danger Slater joins us to talk THE FLY. We talk toxic masculinity, the male gaze, the abusive nature of humans, consent and entitlement, the cycle of …

The Social Commentary of ARMY OF DARKNESS (w/John Foster)

July 18th, 2021

1:09:47

John C. Foster joins us to talk ARMY OF DARKNESS. Concepts of masculinity, the lines between good and evil, humor in horror, punny titles, and Ash …

The Social Commentary of NOCTURNAL ANIMALS (w/Thomas Brungardt)

July 12th, 2021

1:34:28

Thomas Brungardt returns to talk NOCTURNAL ANIMALS. We talk writing, reading, the meaning of revenge, the justice system, and James' brain melts trying to explain why he didn't like this film.

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The Social Commentary of THE FOREVER PURGE (w/Josh Ickes)

July 5th, 2021

2:06:06

Filmmaker Josh Ickes joins us to talk about THE FOREVER PURGE. We're looking at immigration, obsession, emasculation, class warfare, racism, and more.

The Social Commentary of WOUNDS (w/Josh Viola & Alvaro Zinos-Amaro)

June 28th, 2021

1:35:21

Josh Viola and Alavaro Zinos-Amaro join us to talk substance abuse, obsession, addiction to technology, Gnosticism, and the empty shell of a man …

The Social Commentary of IT'S JUST A GAME (w/Daniel Emery Taylor and James Azrael)

June 24th, 2021

1:31:15

Writer/Director Daniel Emery Taylor and actor James Azrael join us to discuss their film IT’S JUST A GAME (2018). We’re talking cults, the need to …

The Social Commentary of SPONTANEOUS (w/Brian Haas)

June 21st, 2021

1:43:41

Brian Haas joins us to discuss the social commentary in SPONTANEOUS a film that found a way to discuss school shootings without mentioning them and …

The Social Commentary of FREAKS (w/Mike Thorn)

June 14th, 2021

1:09:07

Author Mike Thorn joins us to talk about Tod Browning's 1932 film FREAKS. Looking at physical difference, exploitation vs. empowerment, how 1/3 of the film is lost to history, and more.

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The Social Commentary of GOTHIKA (w/Jason McCord)

June 7th, 2021

1:38:57

Jason McCord joins us to talk GOTHIKA. We're talking the terror of showers, We're talking ghosts, murder, mental health, loss of self, the symbolism …

The Social Commentary of MANDY (w/The Terrorific Lady)

May 30th, 2021

1:28:42

The Terrofic Lady joins us to talk MANDY. The male gaze, the fragility of the male ego, the lasting effects of trauma, crazy demon cults coming to …

The Social Commentary of THE MIST (w/Thomas Brungardt)

May 24th, 2021

1:36:11

"If you lost hope, then bad things happen." Thomas Brungardt talks THE MIST with us. We're looking at shitty neighbors, religious zealots, alien bugs, and how a great ending can make you think the rest of the film was …

The Social Commentary of VAMPIRE IN BROOKLYN (w/Vincent V. Cava)

May 17th, 2021

1:45:40

Vincent V. Cava joins us to discuss VAMPIRE IN BROOKLYN. From Murphy trying to gaslight a woman into him being her only option, to the Julius got the …

The Social Commentary of HELLRAISER (w/Hailey Piper)

May 10th, 2021

1:13:37

Hailey Piper talks HELLRAISER with us. We discuss pleasure/pain, Barker's influence on LGBTQ writers, Kirsty's strong character arc, Jesus imagery, and why the Cenobites aren't demons.

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The Social Commentary of PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN (w/Shelly Grant)

May 3rd, 2021

2:10:02

Shelly Grant from the BS Movies Podcast joins us to talk about nice guys, the dangers women face daily, the lasting affects of trauma, and why this film isn't the rape-revenge tale people expected it to be.

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The Social Commentary of SUSPIRIA (w/Gemma Amor and Brandon Boone)

April 26th, 2021

1:56:04

Author Gemma Amor and composer Brandon Boone join Don Guillory to discuss SUSPIRIA (2018). We're looking at motherhood, female sexuality, isolation, …

The Social Commentary of 28 DAYS LATER (w/Red Lagoe)

April 19th, 2021

1:41:10

Author Red Lagoe stops by to discuss 28 DAYS LATER. We're exploring isolation, human trafficking, slavery,  hope, fear, and how this film re-animated …

The Social Commentary of THE CRAFT (w/Allison Lovecraft)

April 12th, 2021

1:22:08

Allison Lovecraft joins us to talk about the social commentary in The Craft. We're talking about the reality of witchcraft, peer pressure, sex, acceptance, self-esteem, responsibility, and so much more.

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The Social Commentary of BACURAU (w/Dr. Andrew Scahill)

April 8th, 2021

1:42:57

Dr. Andrew Scahill joins us to talk about the social commentary in Bacurau; a subverted Western dripping with Brazilian politics, racism, …

The Social Commentary of THE SHAPE OF WATER (w/Edward Savio)

April 5th, 2021

2:36:15

SciFi author Edward Savio helps us celebrate with a deep dive into The Shape of Water. We're talking loneliness, toxic masculinity, the subjugation …

The Social Commentary of EX MACHINA (w/William Johnson)

March 29th, 2021

1:47:09

William Johnson joins us to talk about artificial intelligence, what makes us human, the possibility of a soul, and whether Nathan REALLY created Ava …

The Social Commentary of HOUSE (w/Jeff Whitmire)

March 22nd, 2021

1:41:06

Musician Jeff Whitmire joins us to talk social commentary in the 1986 classic HOUSE. We're looking at reality v delusion, PTSD and current threats, terrible parents, why Vietnam haunts so many, and the need for SOLITUDE!

The Social Commentary of CREEP (w/Brent Terhune)

March 15th, 2021

1:23:32

Comedian Brent Terhune stops by to talk social commentary in CREEP - Craigslist ads, belief in the good in others, vulnerability and gaslighting, how …

The Social Commentary of IT (w/Dr. Michael Blouin)

March 1st, 2021

2:28:54

Dr. Michael Blouin joins us to talk his new book STEPHEN KING AND AMERICAN POLITICS and to deep dive into IT Chapters 1 and 2. We're talking friendships, the reciprocal nature of our relationship with society, …

The Social Commentary of IN THE MOUTH OF MADNESS (w/Tim Waggoner)

February 22nd, 2021

1:55:46

Author Tim Waggoner joins us to talk about IN THE MOUTH OF MADNESS. We explore the themes of insanity, isolation, destiny vs free will, religion, and …

The Social Commentary of SAW (w/ William Sterling)

February 15th, 2021

1:49:39

William Sterling joins us to talk about the social commentary in SAW, from the claims Kramer makes to the characterization of Lawrence and Adam, views of torture porn and a better pitch for Saw VII.

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The Social Commentary of FREAKY (w/Gory Cory)

February 11th, 2021

1:51:07

Gory Cory joins us to talk social commentary in FREAKY. We're talking high school, identity, gender fluidity, a search for self, the meaning of …

The Social Commentary of COLOR OUT OF SPACE (w/Mike Thorn)

February 8th, 2021

1:20:22

Horror author Mike Thorn joins us to talk social commentary in COLOR OUT OF SPACE. We talk isolation, environmentalism, family, tomatoes, alpaca …

The Social Commentary of RIVER'S EDGE (w/Tim Meyer & Chad Lutzke)

February 1st, 2021

1:05:24

Tim Meyer and Chad Lutzke join us to talk social commentary in RIVER'S EDGE. We're talking peer pressure, loyalty, authority figures, and finding your own way in the world. And we discuss the greatness of Crispin Glover.

The Social Commentary of BLAIR WITCH PROJECT (w/GracieKat)

January 25th, 2021

1:17:13

Gracie from SciFiandScary.com joins us to talk about the social commentary in THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT. We discuss viral marketing, reality vs. rumor, …

The Social Commentary of BIRTH OF A NATION

January 19th, 2021

1:58:42

The 1915 propaganda piece THE BIRTH OF A NATION a film so seeped in fear and racism that it led to the revival of the Ku Klux Klan in the 1920s. We explore blatant lies, imaginary history, and how it reflects events …

The Social Commentary of THE MORTUARY COLLECTION

January 11th, 2021

1:48:15

We take a look at Ryan Spindell's #horror #anthology #film The Mortuary Collection (now on #Shudder) We look at gender expectations, consequences of …

The Social Commentary of HIS HOUSE

January 4th, 2021

1:30:53

We discuss the social commentary of HIS HOUSE, including immigration, migration, nativism, and the role of case managers and why they burn out so …

The Social Commentary of BATMAN RETURNS (w/Josh Ruben)

December 28th, 2020

1:42:21

Writer/Director/Actor Josh Ruben stops by to discuss his favorite Christmas Horror film - BATMAN RETURNS.

The Social Commentary of SECRET SANTA (w/Adam Marcus)

December 23rd, 2020

1:48:54

Filmmaker Adam Marcus joins us to talk about the social commentary in his film SECRET SANTA. If you've ever sat at the table with a relative and wanted to jam a fork in their neck this may be the movie for you!

The Social Commentary of ANNA AND THE APOCALYPSE (w/Michael Varrati)

December 21st, 2020

1:24:09

Writer/Director Michael Varrati joins us to talk zombies, Christmas, musicals, and how sometimes the nice guy doesn't always get the girl. Will there …

The Social Commentary of EL ORFANATO (w/Cynthia Pelayo)

December 14th, 2020

1:39:49

Cynthia Pelayo joins us to talk about El Orfanato. We explore forgotten people, children with disabilities, slow burn horror that actually works, and what happens when there's no villain to be found in a horror film.

The Social Commentary of TERRIFIER (w/David Howard Thornton)

December 7th, 2020

2:15:50

David Howard Thornton. AKA Art the Clown takes us through some of the fun of filming Terrifier and talks a bit about Terrifier 2. He lets us in on his impressive family history and how his mother's death taught him to …

The Social Commentary of READY OR NOT (w/Cassie Daley)

November 30th, 2020

1:51:02

Cassie Daley joins us to talk presumed ownership of a woman's body, privilege, entitlement, wedding dresses, and the amazing works of Christopher Pike.

The Social Commentary of POULTRYGEIST (w/Lloyd Kaufman)

November 26th, 2020

1:00:39

Troma co-founder Lloyd Kaufman sits down with us to talk about Poultrygeist... and maybe we never TOTALLY get to that... but it's still a hell of a …

The Social Commentary of BODY DOUBLE (w/Bob Pastorella)

November 23rd, 2020

1:59:44

This Is Horror's Bob Pastorella stops by to talk about the complexity of Brian De Palma's BODY DOUBLE. We chat about reality vs. perception, …

The Social Commentary of THE WICKER MAN (w/Hailey Piper)

November 16th, 2020

1:24:08

Author Hailey Piper stops by to talk social commentary in THE WICKER MAN. We discuss religion, respect, tolerance, sacrifice, and pub songs about the …

The Social Commentary of WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS

November 9th, 2020

1:37:25

We are looking at WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS. We're talking Vampire lore, being an outcast, eternal love, and rules of cultures, relationships, and …

The Social Commentary of JOKER (w/Thomas Brungardt)

November 2nd, 2020

1:28:35

Thomas Brungardt joins TheNecronomi.Com to look at JOKER. Topics discussed include Abuse/Trauma · Mental Illness & Delusion · Transformation · Vigilantism.

The Social Commentary of SCARE ME (w/Gemma Amor & Bracken MacLeod)

October 31st, 2020

2:05:50

Horror authors Gemma Amor & Bracken MacLeud join TheNecronomi.Com to talk SCARE ME!

We're talking writing, ego, The Writer's Code, which awards …

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 31 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 31st, 2020

37:55

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 31 features TOY GORY, INTO THE HOMER-VERSE, and BE NINE, REWIND.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 30 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 30th, 2020

29:37

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 30 features DANGER THINGS, HEAVEN SWIPES RIGHT, and WHEN HAIRY MET SLIMY.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 29 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 29th, 2020

26:22

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 29 features INTRUSION OF THE POD-Y SNATCHERS, MULTIPLISA-TY, and GERIATRIC PARK.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 28 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 28th, 2020

31:51

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 28 features THE EXOR-SIS, CORALISA, and MMM… HOMER.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 27 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 27th, 2020

23:42

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 27 features DRY HARD, BFF RIP, and MOEFINGER.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 26 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 26th, 2020

31:04

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 26 features WANTED DEAD, THEN ALIVE, HOMERZILLA, and TELEPATHS OF GLORY.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 25 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 25th, 2020

27:35

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror!  Episode 25 features SCHOOL IS HELL, A CLOCKWORK YELLOW, and THE OTHERS.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 24 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 24th, 2020

25:11

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 24 features OH THE PLACES YOU’LL D’OH, DEAD AND SHOULDERS, and FREAKS NO GEEKS.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 23 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 23rd, 2020

27:14

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 23 features THE GREATEST STORY EVER HOLED, UN-NORMAL ACTIVITY, and BART & HOMER’S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 22 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 22nd, 2020

27:20

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 22 features THE DIVING BELL AND BUTTERBALL, DIAL D FOR DIDDLY, and IN THE NA’VI.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 21 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 21st, 2020

20:35

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 21 features WAR & PIECES, MASTER & CADAVER, and TWEENLIGHT.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 20 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 20th, 2020

26:54

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 20 features DIAL M FOR MURDER, DON’T HAVE A COW, MANKIND, THERE’S NO BUSINESS LIKE MOE BUSINESS.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 19 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 19th, 2020

32:11

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 19 features UNTITLED ROBOT PARODY, HOW TO GET AHEAD IN DEAD-VERTISING.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 18 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 18th, 2020

24:06

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 18 features ET GO HOME, MR & MRS SIMPSON, and HECK HOUSE

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 17 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 17th, 2020

21:26

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 17 features MARRIED TO THE BLOB, YOU GOTTA KNOW WHEN TO GOLEM, and THE DAY THE EARTH LOOKED STUPID.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 16 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 16th, 2020

30:25

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 16 features BI BARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, SURVIVAL OF THE FATTEST, and I’VE GROWN A COSTUME ON YOUR FACE.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 15 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 15th, 2020

19:44

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 15 features THE NED ZONE, FOUR BEHEADINGS AND A FUNERAL, and IN THE BELLY OF THE BOSS.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 14 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 14th, 2020

19:36

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 14 features REAPER MADNESS, FRINKENSTEIN, and STOP THE WORLD, I WANT TO GOOF OFF

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 13 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 13th, 2020

32:58

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 13 features SEND IN THE CLONES, THE FRIGHT TO CREEP AND SCARE HARMS, and THE ISLAND OF DR HIBBERT.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 12 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 12th, 2020

32:40

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 12 features HEX AND THE CITY, HOUSE OF WHACKS, and WIZ KIDS.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 11 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 11th, 2020

25:27

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 11 features G-G-GHOST D-D-DAD, SCARY TALES CAN COME TRUE, and NIGHT OF THE DOLPHIN.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 10 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 10th, 2020

26:39

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 10 features I KNOW WHAT YOU DIDDILY-IDDILY-DID, DESPERATELY XEEKING XENA, and LIFE’S A GLITCH, THEN YOU DIE.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 9 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 9th, 2020

29:33

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 9 features HELL TOUPEE, THE TERROR OF TINY TOON, and STARSHIP POOPERS.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 8 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 8th, 2020

24:59

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror!  Episode 8 features HOMEGA MAN, FLY VS. FLY, and EASY BAKE COVEN.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 7 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 7th, 2020

29:57

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 7 features THE THING AND I, THE GENESIS TUB, and CITIZEN KANG.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 6 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 6th, 2020

35:00

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror!  Episode 6 features ATTACK OF THE 50 FOOT EYESORES, NIGHTMARE ON EVERGREEN TERRACE and HOMER CUBED

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 5 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 5th, 2020

29:47

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror! Episode 5 features THE SHINNING, TIME AND PUNISHMENT, and NIGHTMARE CAFETERIA.

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 4 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 4th, 2020

39:31

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror!  Episode 4 features THE DEVIL AND HOMER SIMPSON, TERROR AT 5 ½ FEET and BART SIMPSON’S DRACULA

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 3 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 3rd, 2020

31:10

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror!  Episode 3 features CLOWN WITHOUT PITY, KING HOMER, and DIAL “Z’ FOR ZOMBIES!

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 2 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 2nd, 2020

35:32

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror!  Episode 2 features the Nightmares of three of the Simpsons - A retelling of The Monkey's Paw, Bart's dream of …

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR 1 (w/Thomas Brungardt)

October 1st, 2020

37:40

Throughout the month of October, we're talking about each episode of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror!  Episode 1 features BAD DREAM HOUSE, HUNGRY ARE THE DAMNED, and THE RAVEN!

TREEHOUSE OF HORROR - INTRODUCTION (w/Thomas Brungardt)

September 30th, 2020

19:03

James Sabata, Don Guillory, and Thomas Brungardt discuss the reasons they decided to 31 days of #TheSimpsons Treehouse of #horror throughout …

The Social Commentary of TRICK R TREAT (w/Gory Cory)

September 28th, 2020

1:49:58

Trick ‘r Treat establishes a quartet of holiday rules, and illustrates the danger of breaking them. Always check your candy. Always wear a costume. …

The Social Commentary of RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD (w/Jeff Strand)

September 24th, 2020

1:48:06

Author Jeff Strand stops by to talk about one of the most influential zombie movies of all time, the difference between be YA and Coming-of-Age tales, looking at sequels through different eyes, and how age can change …

The Social Commentary of TUCKER AND DALE VS EVIL (w/John FD Taff and Matthew Corley)

September 21st, 2020

1:37:46

We've got your friends! Author John FD Taff and RPG Game Maker/Author Matthew D. Corley stop by to discuss stereotypes, trope inversion, the beauty of novellas, and miscommunication. We're talking Tucker and Dale Vs. …

The Social Commentary of PUMPKINHEAD (w/Josh Viola and Alvaro Zinos-Amaro)

September 17th, 2020

1:49:49

Author Alvaro Zinos-Amaro and Josh Viola of Hex Publishing join us to talk PUMPKINHEAD. We explore the price of retribution, vengeance vs justice, …

The Social Commentary of BEHIND THE MASK (w/Paul Michael Anderson)

September 14th, 2020

1:57:24

We're talking Slashers, Stalking, People who Overplan, Mockumentaries, Our love of old video stores, and Paul's new book STANDALONE.

The Social Commentary of PSYCHO (w/Shelly Grant)

September 7th, 2020

1:44:55

Shelly Grant joins us to talk about the 60th anniversary of PSYCHO, a film that literally changed the movie industry. We're talking duality, criminality, family, madness, and sex.

The Social Commentary in MISERY (w/SA Bradley)

August 31st, 2020

1:54:46

SA Bradley stops by to talk MISERY. We talk addiction, obsession, toxic fandoms, authors and audiences, horror and remakes and more.

The Social Commentary in DON'T BREATHE

August 24th, 2020

1:13:05

We're looking at 2016's DON'T BREATHE - PTSD, The lengths we'll go to in order to escape a bad situation, Personal definitions of Justice, and representation of disabilities in film.

The Social Commentary of THE X-FILES(w/Alyse Wax)

August 17th, 2020

1:34:52

Alyse Wax joins us to talk about the social commentary in The X-Files: Fight The Future. Aliens, Conspiracy Theories, Bombings, Budgets, and more

The Social Commentary of THE BEACH HOUSE (w/Laurel Hightower)

August 10th, 2020

1:17:34

Laurel Hightower joins us to talk about the social commentary in THE BEACH HOUSE. Relationship red flags. Caring for a loved one. The meaninglessness of humans in the grand scheme of things... and can we grill those …

The Social Commentary of HOST (w/Haley Bishop & Jed Shepherd)

August 6th, 2020

1:48:49

Actress Haley Bishop and writer/producer Jed Shepherd join us to talk about their hit film HOST. From a prank amongst friends to a huge success on Shudder, Host is the story of a zoom seance and what can happen when you …

The Social Commentary of THE TRANSFIGURATION (w/Chad Lutzke)

August 3rd, 2020

57:20

Author Chad Lutzke sits down with us to talk the pale realities of most vampire stories, trauma, slow burn horror, and the black hole effect of …

The Social Commentary of HALLOWEEN 2018 (w/Jerry Smith)

July 27th, 2020

1:35:06

Jerry Smith (Dread Central, Scream Magazine, PodAndPendulum) joins us to discuss Trauma and PTSD; the long-lasting effects of violence, how trauma …

The Social Commentary of BECKY (w/Gory Cory)

July 23rd, 2020

1:35:34

Gory Cory joins us to talk about the social commentary in BECKY. The importance of a teen female protagonist, the similarities between prisons and …

The Social Commentary of THE BURBS (w/Michael Stevens)

July 20th, 2020

1:39:08

Michael Stevens joins us as we travel to the suburbs to join Tom Hanks and friends as they become paranoid that their neighbors are doing something sinister, just because they're foreigners. We're talking panopticon, …

The Social Commentary of THE LOST BOYS (w/Sadie Hartmann)

July 13th, 2020

1:20:57

Sadie Hartmann joins us to talk about vampires, blood, family dynamics, the loss of the nuclear family, the Frog Brothers, Santa Cruz, and a shirtless man playing the saxophone.

Check out Nightworms.com for more …

The Social Commentary of THE BABYSITTER (w/Thomas Brungardt)

July 6th, 2020

1:33:16

Award-losing filmmaker and professional Nascar fan Thomas Brungardt joins us to talk about the social commentary in THE BABYSITTER. We explore …

The Social Commentary of 1BR (w/Alok Mishra and David Marmor)

July 2nd, 2020

1:29:51

We explore the new film 1BR with the writer/director David Marmor and producer Alok Mishra. Join as us we dive deep into questions of community, …

The Social Commentary of JAWS (w/Jonathan Janz)

June 29th, 2020

1:34:27

Horror author Jonathan Janz joins us as we talk JAWS! Politicians who value revenue over lives. PTSD. The obsessions we let control us. The enemies …

The Social Commentary of SILVER BULLET

June 23rd, 2020

1:19:04

This week we explore Religion, Government, Private Justice, Disabilities, Unwed Pregnancy, Werewolves, and the ups and downs of small town living. …

The Social Commentary of SHAUN OF THE DEAD (w/Doug Murano)

June 15th, 2020

1:08:12

Stoker Award Winning Editor Doug Murano joins us to talk about friendship, true soulmates, the harsh reality of the world around us, and which …

The Social Commentary of THE HATE U GIVE

June 9th, 2020

1:38:28

We're talking #police brutality, dueling identities, community, loyalty, and the need to not only find yourself, but find your place as well.

The Social Commentary in GHOSTBUSTERS (w/ Mr. Creepy Pasta & Vincent Cava))

June 1st, 2020

1:17:28

Mr. Creepy Pasta and Vincent V. Cava join us to talk about Ghostbusters. With deep dives into the lore, we discuss the different levels of ghosts, …

The Social Commentary in SOCIETY (w/Danger Slater)

May 25th, 2020

1:06:39

Danger Slater joins us to talk about SOCIETY, a dark commentary on the soullessness of the upper class and how they feed on the rest of us. Watch …

The Social Commentary of HATCHET (w/Derek D. Herbert)

May 21st, 2020

1:38:01

Director Derek D. Herbert spends some time with us talking about KANE HODDER. We delve into Herbert's documentary TO HELL AND BACK: THE KANE HODDER STORY and explore the social commentary in Adam Green's HATCHET, …

The Social Commentary of CABIN IN THE WOODS (w/Brent Terhune)

May 18th, 2020

1:27:09

Comedian Brent Terhune joins us to talk CABIN IN THE WOODS. We dive deep into horror tropes and subverted expectations, fear of monsters, and the illusion of safety.

Check out Brent's website HERE and his Youtube …

The Social Commentary in ZODIAC (w/Max Booth III)

May 14th, 2020

1:02:58

Author Max Booth III joins us to talk about ZODIAC, a film that meticulously follows the case of the Zodiac Killer. We chat about obsession, …

The Social Commentary of TIGERS ARE NOT AFRAID (w/Rich Duncan)

May 11th, 2020

1:19:44

Cartel Violence, Human Trafficking, Gender Violence, and the children left behind to try to survive in a constant war zone. Rich Duncan from Inkheist …

The Social Commentary of HEREDITARY (w/Gemma Amor)

May 4th, 2020

1:12:37

Family Issues, Demonic Possession, Grandma's Dying Wish, and one big bang. Author Gemma Amor joins us to talk about the social commentary in HEREDITARY

The Social Commentary of DON'T F**K WITH CATS (w/Brian Kirk)

May 1st, 2020

1:31:40

Horror Author Brian Kirk joins James Sabata and Don Guillory to talk about people who killed in order to become famous. From Charles Manson to …

The Social Commentary in TRAIN TO BUSAN (w/ MichaelBrent Collings)

April 27th, 2020

1:00:02

Fathers who choose to be absent vs. those not given a choice. Millenials trying to balance the new world with the old ways. Family members who can't …

The Social Commentary of WHATEVER HAPPENED TO BABY JANE (w/ Stephanie Evelyn)

April 23rd, 2020

1:36:51

Author Stephanie Evelyn joins us to talk about Narcissism, Elder Abuse, the loss of self, and how the joy of film can be handed down generation to generation.

The Social Commentary of RINGU (w/ Michael David Wilson)

April 20th, 2020

1:53:08

Michael David Wilson joins us to talk about the social commentary in RINGU, what it's like living in Japan, how Asian films differ from Western …

The Social Commentary of WE SUMMON THE DARKNESS (w/ Allison and Ian Lovecraft)

April 13th, 2020

1:25:03

Allison and Ian Lovecraft join us as we break down the social commentary in WE SUMMON THE DARKNESS, a movie that looks at what people will do and who they will kill to be a part of something larger.

The Social Commentary of THE EXORCIST (w/ John Foster)

April 6th, 2020

59:47

John Foster joins us to talk about why the 70s produced the best horror films, how the Catholic Church benefitted from The Exorcist, and how …

The Social Commentary of TRAGEDY GIRLS (w/ Spooky Sarah Says)

March 30th, 2020

1:22:56

A tale of Social Media, Feminine expectations, the boundaries of friendship, and a drive to be famous. Sarah from Spooky Sarah Says joins us to talk about the social commentary in Tragedy Girls

You can learn more about …

The Social Commentary of JURASSIC PARK (w/ Thomas Brungardt)

March 23rd, 2020

1:00:37

Man vs Nature. Technology vs Power. Velociraptors vs. Squishy soft human flesh. Thomas Brungardt joins us to talk #JurassicPark. Everybody, Thomas is …

The Social Commentary of THE ECLIPSE (w/ Laurel Hightower)

March 16th, 2020

1:38:32

Ghosts, Grief, Letting Go, Moving On, and that one asshole that just will not take no for an answer... Laurel Hightower stops by to chat about the …

The Social Commentary of FRIDAY THE 13TH (2009) (w/ James Azrael)

March 13th, 2020

1:44:08

Entitled rich kids, sex obsessed teens, the Angel of Death, and why you shouldn't touch Jason's weed. James Azrael joins us to look at the 2009 …

The Social Commentary of THE HOST (w/Thomas Brungardt)

March 9th, 2020

1:17:09

Thomas Brungardt joins us to talk about Fear of Pandemics, Government Misinformation Campaigns, Fathers who will stop at nothing for their children, and a giant fish monster. This is THE HOST.

The Social Commentary in THE INVISIBLE MAN (w/ Allison Lovecraft)

March 1st, 2020

1:33:41

From Domestic Violence to Animal Abuse, The #MeToo movement to presumed ownership of a woman's body to "Why don't they just leave?" Allison Lovecraft …

The Social Commentary in POLTERGEIST (w/Jared Rivet)

February 24th, 2020

2:02:47

Jared Rivet joins us to talk about the price of living the American Dream, feminist horror theory, how Pizza Hut left its mark in every version of …

The Social Commentary of THEY LOOK LIKE PEOPLE (w/ Chris Vander Kaay)

February 17th, 2020

1:05:56

Mental Illness... Toxic Masculinity... Platonic Bonding... They Look Like People takes tropes we've come to know and expect from horror films and …

The Social Commentary in THE LAST HOUSE ON THE LEFT (w/ Ian Lovecraft)

February 10th, 2020

1:01:41

Rape. Revenge. Scopophilia. Male Gaze. Exploitation. Empowerment. 1972's Last House on the Left brought it all and left the world unsure how to deal with what they'd just seen.

The Social Commentary of TALES FROM THE HOOD

February 3rd, 2020

1:29:32

Racism, Police Brutality, Gang Life, Domestic Violence and more. We take on the social commentary in Tales From The Hood, a movie that claimed to be …

The Social Commentary of SPLICE (w/ Thomas Brungardt)

January 27th, 2020

1:20:35

What are the ethics of creating a life by splicing the DNA of two species? What are the ramifications of bringing the life to full term? Why oh why …

The Social Commentary in PARASITE (w/ Shelly Grant)

January 22nd, 2020

1:14:48

The Haves and the Have-Nots... The people capable and willing to work who are forced into unemployment... the endless battle between the windshield and the bug... This is PARASITE

The Social Commentary in GREMLINS (w/ Edward Savio)

January 20th, 2020

1:41:02

Author Edward Savio joins us to discuss whether Gremlins are evil, how an electric chair was used in a murder, white people taking things without asking,and just what time you CAN feed a Gremlin...

The Social Commentary in JACOB'S LADDER (w/ Bradford Trojan)

January 13th, 2020

1:21:36

James Sabata and Donald Guillory talk with Bradford Trojan about PTSD, trauma, infidelity, and a face to face with personal demons... Jacob's Ladder brings us a look at one man's hell, before he's even died.

The Social Commentary of THE THING (W/ Alan Baxter)

January 6th, 2020

55:52

Isolation, Paranoia, and Fear of the Other. 1982's The Thing explores what happens when Us vs Them becomes Me vs You.

The Social Commentary of IT FOLLOWS

December 31st, 2019

1:08:40

James Sabata and Don Guillory sit down to discuss a terrifying entity that can only be passed on through sexual conduct.

No, it's not a child! 

It's IT FOLLOWS

A Little Thank You From TheNecronomi.Com

December 23rd, 2019

18:46

Not a full episode, but a "quick" thank you to our listeners, a tad bit of the history of why we do this, and some heroification of Rebekah McKendry. …

The Social Commentary of BLACK CHRISTMAS (2019)

December 16th, 2019

1:40:13

Don Guillory and James Sabata explore representations of female empowerment and how they can fall apart with one wrong move when you blame the wrong people or try to cram a love story where it doesn't belong.

The Social Commentary in SLICE and SATANIC PANIC (w/ SA Bradley)

December 9th, 2019

1:38:42

Pizza Delivery, Witches, Power and Political Gain

The crew at TheNecronomi.Com is joined by Author S.A. Bradley as they break down the social …

The Social Commentary in KNIVES OUT

December 2nd, 2019

1:35:08

Join James Sabata and Don Guillory as we delve into this murder mystery and look at immigration, deportation, privilege, entitlement, the convenience …

The Social Commentary of THIRTEEN GHOSTS

November 25th, 2019

1:22:20

Is it any better to hold a spirit against its will than it would be a full human being? What if some of them deserve it?

Slavery?
Prison?
Some sort …

The Social Commentary of FULL METAL JACKET

November 18th, 2019

1:31:54

Grab your two best friends and join us as we talk about anxiety, ptsd, toxic masculinity, and possible signs of domestic violence.

Fall in and …

The Social Commentary in EDWARD SCISSORHANDS

November 11th, 2019

1:03:03

Isolation, Conformity, Societal Constraints, the Panopticon, The HOA, and a guy in leather with freaking blades for fingers. What does it all mean? …

The Social Commentary in THE SHINING

November 7th, 2019

1:00:43

Domestic Violence Alcoholism Possible Molestation Is the house possessed? Is Jack? We talk the social commentary in THE SHINING, the history of the …

The Social Commentary In INSIDIOUS (w/ MichaelBrent Collings)

October 28th, 2019

1:22:51

Best-selling Indy horror author MichaelBrent Collings drops by to talk Insidious, the Saw Franchise, the best audiences to see a movie with, jump …

The Social Commentary in CREEPSHOW (w/ Brian Haas)

October 21st, 2019

1:36:24

An homage to the EC horror comics of the 1950s, Creepshow explores domestic situations, racism, attempted rape, revenge, cockroaches, and life’s …

The Social Commentary of ZOMBIELAND

October 14th, 2019

1:00:25

Zombies are always the afterthought. It’s about the people who are left behind dealing with it. This is especially true in #Zombieland, a film about finding family… and refusing to trust them.

It’s time to nut up or …

The Social Commentary in EVENT HORIZON (w/ John FD Taff)

October 7th, 2019

1:04:37

Horror author and The King of Pain himself, John FD Taff joins us to talk Event Horizon, The Fearing, What Hell means to each of us, and to ask where the line between SciFi and Horror really lies.

The Social Commentary of THE PURGE

September 30th, 2019

1:26:13

This is not a test. Are we ever REALLY safe? Would you betray someone to save yourself? How many people have a reason to kill you? What will you do …

The Social Commentary of BEETLEJUICE (w/ Edward Savio)

September 23rd, 2019

1:54:36

James Sabata and Don Guillory sat down with SciFi author Edward Savio to talk Beetlejuice, our shared love of Michael Keaton, an afterlife of servitude, the importance of image, and the true meaning of family

The Social Commentary of STAND BY ME

September 17th, 2019

1:10:54

The summer they'd never forget. It wasn't just a movie. Stand By Me affected each of their lives in a major way. Join us as we discuss the social commentary and lasting legacy of this film.

The Social Commentary in TERMINATOR and T2: JUDGMENT DAY (w/ Brian Haas)

September 9th, 2019

1:25:09

Horror and SciFi go hand in hand. Don and James sit down with Brian Haas to talk technology take overs in Terminator and T2, stories about machines …

The Social Commentary in NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD

September 2nd, 2019

57:41

Night of the Living Dead horrified audiences with its frightening exploration with alienation, cannibalism, loss of identity, and violence and gore. …

The Social Commentary in CANDYMAN

August 26th, 2019

50:45

This episode looks at superstitions, urban legends, and the real story that inspired this Horror classic

The Social Commentary of US

August 19th, 2019

54:41

Like the Rorschach ink blots, Jordan Peele’s US invites each of us to make our own meaning through evocative themes and imagery. What we find is a reflection of our thoughts.

The Social Commentary of GET OUT

August 12th, 2019

58:17

Peele's 2017 film covers everything from race to slavery to the reality of white liberalism's limits. There's a lot to unpack, from "Do they know I'm black?" all the way to "You know I can't do that, babe."

The Social Commentary of THEY LIVE!

August 5th, 2019

1:03:57

It’s difficult to talk social commentary in film without looking directly at John Carpenter. 1989’s THEY LIVE! came along intent on making a point …

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