
Genre Exposure: A Film Podcast
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Episode 082: A Cold Night's Death (1973)
EIn this episode, Jason dives into our vault of listener suggestions to dig out one of his favorite subgenres: the made for tv movie. So join us as we check out A Cold Night's Death from 1973, directed by Jerrold Freedman. While Jason praises the execution and stage-play like quality of the production, Dustin charts the many film connections held among the production staff. But before all that, we've got some recent watches ranging from a newer Argento doc and Dustin weighs in on whether Lisa Frankenstein is all that. And so much more! Special thanks to Jon for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at [email protected] or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Dario Argento Panico (2023) -Dustin: Black Cat (1991) & Lisa Frankenstein (2024) & Hazbin Hotel (2024) Show Notes: -A Cold Night's Death Fan Trailer -Go check out all the other fine shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Go check out Unsung Horrors and celebrate their 100th episode -Related Film: Dark Glasses -Related Film: The Card Player -Related Film: La Femme Nikita -Related Film: Leon: The Professional -Related Film: Point of No Return -Related Show: La Femme Nikita -Related Film: Black Cat II -Related Film: Die Another Day -Related Film: Jennifer's Body -Related Film: Heathers -Related Film: Napoleon Dynamite -Related Film: Edward Scissorshands -Related Show: Helluva Boss -Related Show: Invader Zim -Related Show: The Grimm Adventures of Billy & Mandy -Related Topic: TV Movies -Connected Episodes: Made For TV Movies 1, 2, 3 -Related Book: Television Fright Films of the 1970s -Related Boxset: Televised Terror -Related Boxset: Primetime Panic -Related Show: The Greatest American Hero -Related Show: I Spy -Related Film: Xtro 3: Watch the Skies -Related Film: Silent Night, Deadly Night 3: Better Watch Out! -Related Film: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly -Related Film: The Magnificent Seven -Related Film: Circle of Iron -Related Show: Jonny Quest -Related Show: Scooby-Doo, Where Are You? -Related Show: Jabberjaws -Related Show: Fantastic Four -Related Show: Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends -Related Film: Cherry 2000 -Related Film: The Thing -Related Film: The Thing From Another World -Related Fiction: Who Goes There? -Related Film: The Lighthouse -Related Film: Planet of the Apes -Related Film: Dawn of the Planet of the Apes -Related Film: The Andromeda Strain -Related Show: Night Gallery -Related Film: The X-Files -Related Film: Hang 'em High -Related Film: Quatermass Xperiment -Related Film: Quatermass and the Pit -Related Film: The Woman in Black -Related Film: The Stone Tape -Related RPG: The Call of Cthulhu -Related Film: Salem's Lot -Related Film: Duel -Related Film: Crowhaven Farm -Related Film: Don't Be Afraid of the Dark -Related Film: Requiem For A Dream Next Time: Flesh+Blood (1985)
Episode 081: Wife to Be Sacrificed (1974)
EIn this episode, love is in the air and for the special occasion of Valentine's Day, we return once more into the wild world of Nikkatsu's Roman Porno series. Dustin has selected a fitting companion piece for the block of films we covered last year and that leads us once again to the amazing star power of Naomi Tani paired with the direction of Masaru Konuma. So join us as we check out Wife to Be Sacrificed from 1974. Jason weighs the film's light plot against his feelings for the subgenre in the wake of exploring several films. Dustin excitedly fills out a conspiracy board's worth of connections between this film and other movies we have covered prior. But before all that, Jason ponders the cursed phenomenon of the half-remembered movie. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: The Tunnel (2011) & True Detective: Night Country (2024) -Dustin: Pearl (2022) & Saw X (2023) & The Forever Purge (2021) Show Notes: -Go check out all the other fine shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Related Show: Ryan Hollinger -Related Show: Red Letter Media -Related Film: End of the Line -Related Film: Devil's Pass -Related Film: The Thing -Related Film: Chompy & the Girls -Related Film: X -Related Film: The Wizard of Oz -Related Film: The Purge: Election Year -Related Film: The Purge: Anarchy -Related Topic: Pink Films -Connected Episode: Inflatable Sex Doll of the Wastelands -Connected Episodes: Nikkatsu Roman Porno Block 1, 2, 3 -Related Film: Flower & Snake -Related Topic: S&M -Related Film: Star of David: Beautiful Girl Hunter -Related Film: The Last House on the Left -Related Film: I Spit on Your Grave -Related Series: Bible Black -Related Film: Urotsukidoji -Related Book: Japanese Cinema Encyclopedia: The Sex Films -Related Book: Scarecrow Video Movie Guide -Related Film: A Woman Called Sada Abe -Related Film: Sex and Zen -Related Documentary: Sadistic and Masochistic -Go check out Impulse Pictures' Nikkatsu Collection -Related Film: A Haunted Turkish Bathhouse -Related Film: Branded to Kill -Related Film: Angel Guts: Nami -Related Film: Assault! Jack the Ripper -Related Film: Zoom In: Sex Apartments -Related Film: Zoom Up: Murder Site -Related Film: Primal Rage -Related Film: The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly -Related Film: Xtro 3: Watch the Skies Next Time: A Cold Night's Death (1973)
Episode 080: End of the Line (2007)
EIn this episode, we dig into our first horror flick of 2024 for the show. This time, Jason wants to shine a spotlight and share some love for a little gem that he feels doesn't get discussed enough. So buckle up for the end of days as we check our Maurice Devereaux's End of the Line from 2007. Dustin weighs whether the film feels more like a Full Moon production or a SyFy Pictures Original, but can't help but admit that when it works, the film is firing on all cylinders. Jason praises the film's overall execution considering its small budget. But before all that, both hosts offer some discussion on a trio of recent watches. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Hell House LLC Origins: The Carmichael Manor (2023) & Suitable Flesh (2023) & Influencer (2022) -Dustin: The Black Phone (2021) & Last Night in Soho (2021) & Doctor Sleep (2019) Show Notes: -End of the Line Trailer -Stream End of the Line on Screambox -Go check out all the other fine shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Related Film: Spiral -Related Film: Re-Animator -Related Film: Stand by Me -Related Film: The Shining -Related Film: Mimic -Related Film: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny -Related Film: Slashers -Related Short: PMS: Survival Tips -Related Score: Richard Band – Puppet Master Theme -Related Film: Come True -Related Film: Ultrasound -Related Film: Tales From The Crypt Presents: Demon Knight -Related Film: Suicide Club -Related Film: 300 -Related Film: The Incredible Hulk -Related Show: Wynonna Earp -Related Film: Riddick -Related Film: X-Men: Days of Future Past -Related Topic: “Torture Porn” Horror -Related Film: Night of the Living Dead -Related Topic: Aum Shinrikyo -Related Topic: Tokyo Sarin Gas Attack -Related Topic: 9/11 -Related Film: Saw -Related Film: Puppet Master: The Littlest Reich -Related Film: A Serbian Film -Related Topic: Heaven's Gate -Related Film: Tenebrae -Related Film: Brimstone -Related Film: The Purge -Related Show: Tim & Eric -Related Film: Demons -Related Film: The Church -Related Film: The Sect -Go pick up the TerrorVision edition of End of the Line Next Time: Wife to Be Sacrificed (1974)
Episode 079: The Fisher King (1991)
EIn this episode, rising from the ruins of 2023, we kick off the new year with a listener episode to start things right. So join us as we stick around in the 90's just a little longer to take our first stab discussing both Terry Gilliam and Robin Williams on the show. This time we're checking out The Fisher King from 1991. But before all that, we've got a wide range of recent watches to discuss as Dustin shares some of his movie viewing while laid up with the flu. And so much more! Special thanks to Daniel for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at [email protected] or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023) & John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023) & When Evil Lurks (2023) -Dustin: The Exorcist: Believer (2023) & The Outwaters (2022) & Chompy & the Girls (2021) Show Notes: -The Fisher King Trailer -Rent The Fisher King on Amazon Prime -Go check out all the other fine shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Related Film: Logan -Related Tabletop: Vampire: The Masquerade -Related Film: Talk to Me -Related Film: The Pope's Exorcist -Related Film: Skinamarink -Related Topic: Howard Stern -Related Show: Star Trek: The Next Generation -Related Film: Married to the Mob -Related Film: Brazil -Related Film: The Adventures of Baron Munchhausen -Related Film: Ordinary People -Related Film: Batman -Related Topic: Faerie -Related Topic: Arthurian Legend -Related Topic: The Holy Grail -Related Film: Kramer vs. Kramer -Related Film: Summertime -Related Song: Harry Nilsson - How About You? -Related Musician: Tom Waits -Related Story: The Fisher King -Related Song: Groucho Marx - Lydia the Tattooed Lady -Related Show: Days of our Lives -Related Film: Monty Python and the Holy Grail -Related Film: Terminator 2: Judgment Day -Related Poetry: The Waste Land by T.S. Eliot -Related Film: The Fabulous Baker Boys -Related Song: Snap – The Power -Related Film: Hudson Hawk -Related Story: Don Quixote -Related Film: The Man Who Killed Don Quixote -Related Tabletop: Pendragon -Related Film: One Hour Photo -Related Film: Insomnia -Related Film: Tenet -Related Film: Inception -Related Film: Time Bandits -Related Film: Midnight Meat Train Next Time: End of the Line (2007)
Quick Cuts Episode 012: 2023 Wrap Up Special
EIn this special bonus episode of Genre Exposure, we do our usual and usher 2023 to a close with a final look back over the year. First, we reflect a bit on the podcast itself and go over some things we learned and struggled with during the year and highlight some of our favorite moments and share just a few regrets. After that, we leave the best of 2023 top ten lists to the experts and instead go over some of our favorite film discoveries we made this year. Specifically, any movie that we watched this year for the first time, regardless of its release date. Finally, we wrap up by laying down some plans and wishes for the new year. To everyone that has tuned in, left a comment, or even reached out with feedback, thank you so much. We really appreciate it and it means the world to us. Here's looking forward to 2024 and another year of exploring (and celebrating) the wide world of cinema. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) Jason’s Favorite 2023 Film Discoveries: 1) Possessor (2020) 2) Infinity Pool (2023) 3) Talk To Me (2022) 4) Oppenheimer (2023) Honorable Mentions: Speak No Evil (2022) & Righting Wrongs (1986) & The Banshees of Inisherin (2022) & Cobweb (2023) & Hounds of Love (2016) & Brooklyn 45 (2023) & Why Don't You Play in Hell? (2013) & Godzilla Minus One (2023) Dishonorable Mentions: Skinamarink (2023) Dustin’s Favorite 2023 Film Discoveries: 1) Infinity Pool (2023) 2) Shin Kamen Rider (2023) 3) Talk To Me (2022) 4) Beau is Afraid (2023) Honorable Mentions: In Fabric (2018) & Open Your Eyes (1997) & Tin & Tina (2023) & No One Will Save You (2023) Dishonorable Mentions: Skinamarink (2023) Show Notes -Go check out all the other wonderful shows on The Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Related Film: Cannibal Holocaust -Related Film: Occult -Related Film: Monica O My Darling -Related Film: Conquest -Related Film: Bloody Birthday -Related Film: The Quiet Earth -Related Film: Avalon -Related Film: The Final Girls -Go follow the 4k Outlaw on TikTok -Related Film: Flower & Snake -Related Film: Friday the 13th -Related Film: Murder Party -Related Film: The Beast of War -Related Film: Who's With Me? -Related Film: Pink Rabbit -Related Film: Martyrs -Related Film: Funny Games -Related Film: We Are Still Here -Related Film: Vanilla Sky -Related Film: Communion -Related Film: Hereditary -Related Film: Shin Godzilla -Related Film: Shin Ultraman -Related Anime: Neon Genesis Evangelion -Related Film: It Follows -Related Film: The Exorcist -Related Film: The Pope's Exorcist -Related Film: The Exorcist: Believer -Related Film: Barbie -Related Song: I'm Just Ken -Related Film: Saint Maud -Related Film: Love Lies Bleeding -Related Film: Underwater -Related Film: Crimes of the Future -Related Film: The Outwaters -Related Film: Insidious: The Red Door -Related Film: Wes Craven's New Nightmare -Related Film: The Fisher King -Related Film: Time Bandits -Related Film: Six-String Samurai
Episode 078: Wes Craven’s New Nightmare (1994)
EIn this episode, we wrap up the year and our discussion on movies about making movies with a quick trip to the 90s. So join us as we dig in a little on our conflicting opinions about 90s Horror and finally discuss the Elm Street franchise for a little as we check out Wes Craven's New Nightmare from 1994. Jason charts the web of connections as this meta horror flick weaves reality with countless callbacks to the franchise. Dustin tries to weigh where the film succeeds against its failings. But before all that, Jason crosses an important Stephen King flick off his watchlist and Dustin doubles down with another rant about a poor Netflix adaptation. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: King on Screen (2022) & Doctor Sleep (2019) -Dustin: Yu Yu Hakusho Live Action (2023) & My Southern Family Christmas (2022) & Mad Monkey Kung Fu (1979) Our Favorite Elm Street Sequel: -Jason: A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master (1988) -Dustin: A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master (1988) Our Favorite Wes Craven Feature: -Jason: A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) -Dustin: The Serpent and the Rainbow (1988) Show Notes: -Wes Craven's New Nightmare Trailer -Go check out Dustin discussing blu-ray collecting over on the Jacked Up Review Show -Related Film: Carrie -Related Mini-Series: The Shining -Related Film: Critters 2: The Main Course -Related Documentary: Never Sleep Again -Related Film: The Shining -Related Film: A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010) -Related Film: Freddy vs. Jason -Related Film: Scream -Related Film: Pet Sematary -Related Show: Just the Ten of Us -Related Story: Hansel & Gretel -Related Film: A Nightmare on Elm Street: The Dream Child -Related Film: The Hills Have Eyes -Related Film: The Hills Have Eyes Part 2 -Related Series: Buffy the Vampire Slayer -Related Film: Hellraiser III: Hell on Earth -Related Film: Dracula (1931) -Related Film: A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors -Related Film: A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge -Related Film: Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare -Related Film: Videodrome -Related Film: Scanners -Related Film: The Dead Zone -Related Film: The Fly -Related Film: Return to Horror High -Related Film: Repulsion -Related Film: Cabin in the Woods -Related Film: See No Evil -Related Film: My Soul To Take -Related Film: Red Eye -Related Film: Friday the 13th -Related Clip: Rick & Morty: Scary Terry -Related Documentary: Scream, Queen! -Related Film: The Last House on the Left Next Time: The Fisher King (1991)
Episode 077: Blow Out (1981)
EIn this episode, we continue our exploration of movies about making movies. This time Jason's pick brings us back to the highly stylized world of Brian De Palma as we check out Blow Out from 1981. Between geeking out over all the gear porn and audio engineering, we also spend a lot of time highlighting the many cinematic features and real world incidents that fed in as inspiration for the film. But before all that, we set our sights on some recent releases. Jason hits the theater to talk Eli Roth's Grindhouse trailer finally being realized and then heaps praise for Toho's newest stab at a Godzilla flick. Meanwhile, Dustin brings a tale of two animated projects and unfortunately has to level some harsh criticism of the new Scott Pilgrim anime. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Thanksgiving (2023) & Godzilla Minus One (2023) -Dustin: Scott Pilgrim Takes Off (2023) & Aragne: Sign of Vermillion (2018) Our Favorite De Palma Flicks: -Jason: The Untouchables (1987) -Dustin: Dressed to Kill (1980) Show Notes: -Blow Out Trailer -Stream Blow Out on Hulu -Go check out Jason discussing David Cronenberg over on the Jacked Up Review Show -Related Trailer: Thanksgiving (Grindhouse Trailer) -Related Film: Terrifier -Related Film: The Green Inferno -Related Film: Knock Knock -Related Film: Godzilla (2014) -Related Film: Shin Godzilla -Related Film: Scott Pilgrim vs. The World -Related Band: Anamanaguchi -Related Film: Star Wars: The Last Jedi -Related Film: The Feast of Amrita -Related Film: Ringu 0 -Related Film: Phantom of the Paradise -Related Film: Carrie -Related Film: Saturday Night Fever -Related Film: Grease -Related Film: Deathproof -Related Film: Black Christmas -Related Film: Psycho -Related Film: The Shining -Related Film: Body Double -Related Film: Rear Window -Related Film: Halloween II -Go check out Barnes & Nobles Criterion Sale -Related Film: The Incredible Melting Man -Related Film: The Boogeyman -Related Film: Without Warning -Related Film: Squirm -Related Film: Empire of the Ants -Related Film: The Food of the Gods -Related Film: Vertigo -Related Film: Blow Up -Related Film: Deep Red -Related Film: High Anxiety -Related Film: Delirium -Related Film: Cruising -Related Film: The Fury -Related Film: Obsession -Related Film: Raising Cain -Related Film: Tenebrae -Related Film: Hi, Mom! -Related Film: Sisters -Related Film: Dementia 13 -Related Film: Murder a la Mod -Related Film: The Conversation -Related Topic: The JFK Assassination -Related Topic: The Chappaquiddick Incident -Related Topic: The Watergate Sandal -Related Novel: Prince of the City -Related Song: The Ohio Players – Love Rollercoaster -Related Film: The Thing -Related Film: Unsane -Related Film: Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 -Related Film: Pulp Fiction -Related Film: The Dead Zone -Related Film: Videodrome -Related Film: Scanners -Related Film: Cursed Next Time: Wes Craven's New Nightmare (1994)
Episode 076: Why Don’t You Play in Hell? (2013)
EIn this episode, we head into our last topic for the year and to have a little fun, we're going to be talking about movies about making movies. It all starts with Dustin's pick as he brings us our yearly dose of the world of Sion Sono with his yakuza send-up comedy epic Why Don't You Play in Hell? from 2013. Dustin charts the amazing star-studded cast. Jason gives praise for the film's heart regarding the dying art of classic filmmaking. But before all that, a special music video for the holidays was sent our way and we want to share it with you. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: I Am Not A Serial Killer (2016) -Dustin: Mars Attacks! (1996) & Shylock's Children (2023) Show Notes: -Why Don't You Play in Hell? trailer -Stream Why Don't You Play in Hell? on Tubi -Go check out Unsung Horrors' Horror Gives Back 2023 Recap -Go check out Bret & Tony with Ash & Abe -Go check out Still Mongo – Christmas in Caroltown -Go check out Zak Bagans' Haunted Museum -Go check out Sedona UFO Tour -Related Film: Who's With Me? -Related Film: Martin -Related Film: Ed Wood -Related Film: Gremlins -Related Film: Ocean's Eleven -Related Film: Hard Boiled -Related Film: Kill Bill Vol. 1 -Related Film: The Wailing -Related Film: One Missed Call -Related Film: Himizu -Related Film: Tezuka's Barbara -Related Film: Legend of the Stardust Brothers -Related Film: Love & Peace -Related Film: Shin Godzilla -Related Film: Godzilla Minus One -Related Film: Versus -Related Film: Prisoners of the Ghostland -Related Song: Gen Hoshino – Why Don't You Play in Hell? -Related Film: Hanabi -Related Film: Cold Fish -Related Film: Red Post on Escher Street -Related Film: Guilty of Romance -Related Film: The Whispering Star -Related Film: Noriko's Dinner Table -Related Scene: Toothbrush Commercial -Related Song: Beethoven's Symphony No. 7 -Related Song: Yura Yura Teikoku – Utsukushii -Related Film: Love Exposure -Related Film: Game of Death -Related Film: Enter the Dragon -Related Film: The Editor -Related Film: One Cut of the Dead -Related Film: Dead or Alive -Related Film: Bad Film -Related Film: The Room -Related Film: I Am Sion Sono! -Related Film: A Man's Flower Road -Related Film: Decisive Match! Girls Dorm Against Boys Dorm -Related Film: Phantom of the Paradise -Related Film: Grease -Related Film: Christine -Go check out the Barnes & Noble Criterion Sale Next Time: Blow Out (1981)
Episode 075: Barbarian (2022)
EIn this episode, we dig into the mailbag of listener suggestions seeking some horror to keep the dwindling flames of our Halloween passion alive. This leads us to check out Zach Cregger's directorial debut Barbarian from 2022. Heads up that this is a film where the less you know going in the better, so if you haven't seen it and have made it this far without being spoiled, we highly suggest trying it before delving into our discussion. Jason celebrates the film's thematic elements while Dustin struggles to reconcile the elements he loved with those that gave him a few hangups. But before all that, we spend some extra time dishing on the VHS franchise and its latest film, V/H/S/85, which seems like a stark improvement to us over the last few entries. And so much more! Special thanks to Jessica for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at [email protected] or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Malum (2023) & V/H/S/85 (2023) -Dustin: Dagon (2001) & V/H/S/85 (2023) Show Notes: -Barbarian Trailer -Stream Barbarian on Hulu -Go check out the Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Related Film: The Chaser -Related Film: Last Shift -Related RPG: Call of Cthulhu -Related Film: Dreams in the Witch-House -Related Film: Re-Animator -Related Film: V/H/S -Related Film: V/H/S/2 -Related Film: V/H/S: Viral -Related Film: V/H/S/94 -Related Film: V/H/S/99 -Related Film: Deadstream -Related Film: Murder Party -Related Film: Videodrome -Related Film: Rabid -Related Film: It Chapter One -Related Film: August Underground -Related Film: Tusk -Related Film: Angst -Related Song: The Ronettes – Be My Baby -Related Literature: The Gift of Fear -Related Film: Speak No Evil -Related Topic: MeToo Movement -Related Film: The Thing -Related Film: The Thing (2011) -Related Film: Blue Velvet -Related Novel: Jane Eyre -Related Topic: Phil Spector -Related Film: Conan the Barbarian -Related Film: The Barbarians -Related Film: Men -Related Film: In Fabric -Related Film: The People Under the Stairs -Related Film: Cobweb Next Time: Why Don't You Play in Hell? (2013)

Quick Cuts Episode 011: Dustin’s Halloween J-Horror Journal
EIn this special bonus episode of Genre Exposure, strapped for time but not wanting to abandon a holiday tradition, Dustin sits down solo to record some thoughts about the films he has watched over the month of October. This ultimately leads him to highlight a quartet of J-Horror flicks that became the stand outs from his daily watching for Halloween and sent him on a wild bender of watching more. While broadly discussing these four films, he also gives some general context on the mythology or urban legend underlying each movie. Nothing fancy or in depth, mostly some mad ramblings. Just a little treat to show some love for a handful of horror flicks on the day of Halloween. From all of us here at Genre Exposure, Happy Halloween! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) Honorable Mention October Watches -No One Will Save You (2023) -Tales from the Hood (1995) -Night of the Living Dead (1990) -The Dead Zone (1983) -1408 (2007) -Witchouse (1999) Dustin's Halloween J-Horror Journal Picks -Curse of the Dog God (1977) -Howling Village (2019) -Suicide Forest Village (2021) -Ox-Head Village (2022) Show Notes: -Go stream Howling Village on Tubi -Go stream Suicide Forest Village on Tubi -Go stream Ox-Head Village on Tubi -Go check out Unsung Horrors' Horror Gives Back 2023 -Go check out Screambox -Related Film: Night of the Demons -Related Film: Female Prisoner Scorpion -Go check out Mondo Macabro -Related Film: The Inferno -Related Film: The Exorcist -Related Film: Manhattan Baby -Related Topic: Inugami -Related Topic: Kitsune -Related Manga: Inugami Expert -Related Film: Mystics in Bali -Related Anime: InuYasha -Related Film: Ju-On: The Grudge -Related Topic: Inunaki Village -Related Topic: Creepypasta -Related Anime: The Lost Village -Related Mangaka: Junji Ito -Related Clip: Junji Ito on The Story of the Mysterious Tunnel -Related Topic: Aokigahara -Related Film: The Forest -Related Topic: Kotoribako -Related Film: Kotoribako -Related Film: Kotsutsubo -Related Film: Final Destination -Related Film: Hellraiser -Related Film: Ringu -Related Film: Sadako 3D -Related Film: Sadako (2019) -Related Topic: Gozu -Related Film: Gozu -Related Author: Sakyo Komatsu -Related Film: Suicide Club -Related Film: Gemini -Related Film: Pornostar -Related Film: Kill Bill Vol. 1
Episode 074: Murder Party (2007)
EIn this episode, we continue our October celebration with more films set on or around Halloween. This time Michael pops back in for a special guest appearance, bringing with him our last film for the set. So join us as we dive back into the world of Jeremy Saulnier to check out his debut feature Murder Party from 2007. Jason celebrates the film's pacing. Dustin finds appreciation for the kernels of thematic elements that become key in many of the director's films. Michael praises the film's comedic timing and execution on a tight budget. But before all that, we gush about our shared experience seeing Claudio Simonetti's Goblin perform live. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Michael: Never Hike Alone 2 (2023) -Jason: Body Melt (1993) -Dustin: Tokyo: The Last Megalopolis (1988) Show Notes: -Murder Party Trailer -Stream Murder Party on Tubi or Amazon Prime -Go check out Claudio Simonetti & Goblin on Tour -Related Film: Demons -Related Film: Suspiria -Related Film: Halloween -Related Film: The Exorcist -Related Film: Deep Red -Related Film: Tenebre -Related Film: Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood -Related Film: Street Trash -Related Film: Society -Related Literature: Teito Monogatari -Related OVA: Doomed Megalopolis -Related RPG: Call of Cthulhu -Related Film: This is Spinal Tap -Related Film: Galaxy Express 999 -Related Film: Shaun of the Dead -Related Film: Xtro -Related Film: Blade Runner -Related Film: The Warriors -Related RPG: Vampire The Masquerade -Related Film: Blade -Related Film: Crank -Related Film: Blue Ruin -Related Film: Green Room -Related Film: I Don't Feel At Home in This World Anymore -Related Film: The Toxic Avenger (2023) -Related Film: The Toxic Avenger -Related Film: Hold the Dark -Related Film: Brimstone -Related Series: Goosebumps (2023) Next Time: Barbarian (2022)
Episode 073: Idle Hands (1999)
EIn this episode, we continue our October celebration with more films set on or around Halloween. This time Dustin's pick takes us to the end of the 90s for Rodman Flender's cult horror comedy Idle Hands. Dustin finds it hard to struggle against his love for the movie and trying to give anything close to an objective take. Meanwhile, Jason offers a more grounded view praising where the film succeeds, but questioning some of its stumbling moments. This leads us to briefly discuss the idea of pet movies: the films you can't help but love even despite their flaws. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Totally Killer (2023) -Dustin: Friday the 13th (1980) & Pet Sematary (1989) Show Notes: -Idle Hands Trailer -Stream Idle Hands on Pluto TV -Go check out the Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Related Film: Leprechaun 2 -Related Film: The Unborn -Related Film: Eat Brains Love -Related Film: Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer -Related Film: Can't Hardly Wait -Related Film: She's All That -Related Film: Halloween -Related Film: Salem's Lot -Related Film: D2: The Mighty Ducks -Related Film: The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 -Related Film: Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday -Related Song: 2 Live Crew - Pop That C -Related Film: Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed -Related Film: Evil Dead II -Related Film: Airplane -Related Film: The Naked Gun -Related Song: Enya - Only Time -Related Song: Rob Zombie - Dragula -Related Song: Blink-182 - Enthused -Related Film: The Big Lewbowski -Related Topic: Bias Against Left Hand -Related Film: The Adams Family -Related Song: Motley Crue – Shout at the Devil -Related Song: The Offspring – I Wanna Be Sedated (Ramones Cover) -Related Song: The Offspring – Beheaded (1999) -Related Film: Popeye -Related Film: Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope -Related Film: Suspiria -Related Film: Heathers -Related Film: Scream -Related Film: Buffy the Vampire Slayer -Related Film: Jawbreaker -Related Film: Road Trip -Related Film: Natural Born Killers -Related Film: Twister -Related Topic: The Columbine Massacre -Related Game: Doom -Related Song: AFI – Fall Children -Related Tipper: Satanic Panic -Related Soundtrack: Idle Hands Soundtrack -Related Soundtrack: Scream III -Related Song: The Living End - Second Solution -Related Song: Zebrahead - Mindtrip -Related Song: Static-X - Push It -Related Song: Unwritten Law - Cailin -Related Song: The Vandals - My Girlfriend's Dead -Related Song: Sublime - Santeria -Related Song: Graeme Revell - Idle Hands Theme -Related Verse: Proverbs 16:27 -Related Story: Les Mains d'Orlac -Related Film: The Hands of Orlac -Related Film: The Man Who Laughs -Related Film: Mad Love -Related Film: The Witch -Related Film: Hereditary -Related Film: A Nightmare on Elm Street -Related Film: Candyman -Related Film: Final Destination -Related Series: Chucky Next Time: Murder Party (2007)
Quick Cuts Episode 010: Celebrating Friday the 13th
EIn this special super-sized bonus episode of Genre Exposure, we used the occasion of an October set Friday the 13th to discuss at exhaustive length the titular franchise. From favorite kills to the coolest incarnation of Jason Voorhees, we spill our guts and geek out over our deep love for Friday the 13th. Nothing fancy and we're not trying to reinvent the wheel and give some analysis you've never heard before. Just two horror nerds gushing our hearts out in a more casual chat guided only by a handful of topics we selected in advance to guide discussion. And of course we throw down the gauntlet and take to the battlefield with our own rankings of the series as well. So from all of us at Genre Exposure, we wish you an enjoyable Friday the 13th and hope that, like us, you get the chance to spend at least part of it revisiting Camp Crystal Lake and the legend of Jason Voorhees one more time. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) Favorite Jason Voorhees Design -Jason: Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood -Dustin: Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday Favorite (Non-Kane Hodder) Jason Voorhees Performance -Jason: Ted White in Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter -Dustin: C.J. Graham in Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives Favorite Character -Jason: Megan from Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives -Dustin: Ginny Field from Friday the 13th Part 2 Least Favorite Character -Dustin: Shelly from Friday the 13th Part III -Jason: Steven Freeman from Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday Jason's Five Favorite Kills -Deborah Split in Half from Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday -Andy's Handstand from Friday the 13th Part III -Arrowhead Kill from Friday the 13th -Machete to the Face from Friday the 13th Part 2 -Jason's Death from Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter Dustin's Five Favorite Kills -Deborah Split in Half from Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday -Frozen Face Smash from Jason X -Arrowhead Kill from Friday the 13th -Sleeping Bag Kill from Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood -The Boxing Match from Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan Hottest Girl -Dustin: Katharine Isabelle as Gibb in Freddy vs. Jason -Jason: Judy Aronson as Samantha from Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter Hunkiest Boy -Jason: Kevin Bacon as Jack from Friday the 13th -Dustin: Russell Todd as Scott from Friday the 13th Part 2 Jason's Franchise Ranking 1) Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter 2) Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives 3) Friday the 13th Part 2 4) Friday the 13th: A New Beginning 5) Friday the 13th Part III 6) Friday the 13th 7) Jason X 8) Freddy vs. Jason 9) Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood 10) Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan 11) Friday the 13th (2009) 12) Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday Dustin's Franchise Ranking 1) Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives 2) Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter 3) Friday the 13th Part 2 4) Friday the 13th 5) Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday 6) Friday the 13th: A New Beginning 7) Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan 8) Freddy vs. Jason 9) Friday the 13th Part III 10) Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood 11) Jason X 12) Friday the 13th (2009) Show Notes: -Go pick up Scream Factory's Friday the 13th collection -Related Tabletop RPG: Monster of the Week -Related Film: Wrong Turn -Related Film: Highway to Hell -Related Film: The Final Girls -Go check out the 4k Outlaw -Related Comic: Pamela's Tale -Related Comic: Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash -Related Series: Friday the 13th -Related Series: Tales From the Darkside -Related Game: Friday the 13th (NES) -Related Game: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (Atari) -Related Game: Friday the 13th: The Game -Related Game: Dead by Daylight -Go follow and support Gun Media -Related Game: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2023) -Related Topic: Friday the 13th legal issues -Related Film: Never Hike Alone -Go follow and support Womp Stomp Films -Related Film: Never Hike Alone 2 -Related Film: Never Hike in the Snow -Related Film: Jason Rising -Related Film: Halloween Kills -Related Film: Halloween Ends -Related Song: Wolfie's Just Fine - A New Beginning -Related Film: Ginger Snaps -Related Film: American Mary -Related Series: Hannibal -Related Series: Supernatural -Related Film: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003) -Related Film: Leprechaun 4: in Space -Related Film: Hellraiser: Bloodline -Related Film: The Bride With the White Hair -Related Film: Halloween -Related Film: A Bay of Blood -Related Film: Puppet Master 4 -Related Film: Puppet Master 5: The Final Chapter -Related Film: Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers -Related Film: Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022) -Related Film: A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010) -Related Film: The Prowler -Related Film: Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers -Related Film: Pieces -Related Film: The Hidden -Related Song: The Jasons – Impostor -Related Film: Black Christmas -Related Film: One Dark Night -Related Film: Frankenstein -Related Film: Child's Play -Re
Episode 072: Cobweb (2023)
EIn this episode, we once more begin our yearly celebration of the Halloween season. This time we're back with another helping of flicks set on or closely around Halloween itself. Jason starts us of with, unsurprisingly, a bit of kids in peril. So join us as we check out Samuel Bodin's Cobweb from 2023. We present two wildly different takes on the film as Jason champions the movie for embodying the spirit of classic Halloween horror gems of the 70s and 80s. Meanwhile, Dustin gets hung up on the film giving him the vibe of a by the numbers made by committee production. But before all that, we share our mutual excitement at the possible revival of Amicus Productions. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Witchcraft (1964) -Dustin: Godzilla, Mothra & King Ghidorah: Giant Monsters All-Out Attack (2001) & Gamera Rebirth (2023) Show Notes: -Cobweb Trailer -Rent Cobweb on Amazon Prime -Go check out the Kickstarter for Amicus Productions' In The Grip of Terror -Related Series: Marianne -Related Film: Fog City -Related Film: Tales From the Crypt -Related Film: Vault of Horror -Related Film: The Lord of Tears -Related Video: Owlman Prank -Related Film Series: Witchcraft -Related Film: The Kiss of the Vampire -Related Film: Rasputin the Mad Monk -Related Series: The Avengers -Related Film: City of the Dead -Related Film: Critters -Related Film: Lady in White -Related Film: The Gate -Related Film: Barbie -Related Film: Oppenheimer -Related Video: Red Letter Media on Cobweb -Related Film: Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022) -Related Topic: The Black List -Related Film: The Fablemans -Related Film: Meet the Feebles -Related Film: Dreams in the Witch-House -Related Film: Cloverfield -Related Film: Mean Girls -Related Series: The Boys -Related Film: Infinity Pool -Related Series: The Last Man on Earth -Related Film: Halloween -Related Film: A Nightmare on Elm Street -Related Film: Who's With Me? -Related Poetry: The Raven -Related Film: Stir of Echoes -Related Film: Coraline -Related Topic: Helicopter Parent -Related Film: Suspiria -Related Film: Fortress -Related Film: You're Next -Related Film: Scream -Related Creepypasta: Momo -Related Creepypasta: The Rake -Related Creepypasta: Jeff the Killer -Related Creepypasta: Ted the Caver -Related Story: Rapunzel -Related Fan Film: Batman: Ashes to Ashes -Related Film: The Exorcist -Related Film: Ju-On: The Grudge -Related Film: Lights Out -Related Short: Lights Out -Related Film: Malignant -Related Film: The Black Phone -Related Film: Barbarian -Related Film: The People Under the Stairs -Related Film: The Serpent and the Rainbow -Related Film: Deadly Friend -Related Film: The Hills Have Eyes Part 2 -Related Film: The Nun II -Related Film: Talk to Me -Related Show: Silk Stalkings Next Time: Idle Hands (1999)
Episode 071: Tin and Tina (2023)
EIn this episode, we dig into the mailbag of listener suggestions seeking some horror to gear us up for the coming of Halloween. This leads us once more to the land of Netflix for a directorial debut feature. So join us as we check out Rubin Stein's Tin and Tina from 2023. Dustin eagerly dispels the running gag that he hates all things Netflix with some high praise for the film. Meanwhile, Jason questions just how far a parent's unconditional love can go in the wake of our titular children's' antics. But before all that, Dustin's enthusiasm for a paranormal documentary leaves Jason reeling as we find ourselves in a very real Mulder/Scully situation. And so much more! Special thanks to Jada for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at [email protected] or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Dustin: The 36th Chamber of Shaolin (1978) & The Unbinding (2023) -Jason: The Reef: Stalked (2022) & Afflicted (2013) Show Notes: -Tin and Tina Trailer -Stream Tin and Tina on Netflix -Go check out all the other awesome shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Go take part in #HorrorGivesBack 2023 -Go check out The Haunted Objects Podcast -Go check out Good Bad Flicks -Related Short: Tin and Tina -Related Anime: Gamera Rebirth -Related Concept: Theophany -Related Film: Star of David: Beautiful Girl Hunter -Related Film: Village of the Damned -Related Topic: Saint Augustine -Related Film: Orphan -Related Film: Dracula (1931) -Related Film: Nosferatu -Related Film: Slumber Party Massacre -Related Film: Open Your Eyes -Related Topic: Janus -Related Score: Silent Hill -Related Film: Hereditary -Related Topic: Self-Flagellation -Related Film: Saint Maud -Related Film: Bloody Birthday -Related Song: Super Disco Chino -Related Topic: Eucharist -Related Topic: Transubstantiation -Related Topic: Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child -Related Film: Rosemary's Baby -Related Topic: Baptism -Related Topic: Francoist Spain -Related Film: Angst -Related Film: Tales From the Hood -Related Film: Pulp Fiction -Related Film: Martyrs -Related Film: The Righteous -Related Film: Critters Next Time: Cobweb (2023)
Episode 070: Star of David: Beautiful Girl Hunter (1979)
EIn this episode, we wrap up our exploration of Nikkatsu's legendary Roman Porno series for the time being. For our last pick, Jason has selected a surprisingly relevant film blending together elements we examined in the prior two episodes. So join us as we check out Norifumi Suzuki's wild Star of David: Beautiful Girl Hunter from 1979. Dustin tries to weave the connected elements between all three films for this block while marveling at the vague profundity of the film. Jason, however, tries to articulate why the movie just falls a little short of having that special something to it. But before all that, we weigh in on Netflix's One Piece and the current state of live action anime adaptations. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: The Wonder (2022) -Dustin: Cocaine Bear (2023) & One Piece Live Action (2023) Show Notes: -Star of David: Beautiful Girl Hunter Trailer -Pickup your own copy of Star of David: Beautiful Girl Hunter -Go check out all the other awesome shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Related Topic: Nazisploitation -Related Film: Zoku: Tenamonya Sandogasa -Related Film: Osaka Dokonjo Monogatari -Related Film: Red Peony Gambler -Related Film: Truck Yaro series -Related Film: Binbari High School -Related Director: Koji Wakamatsu -Related Film: School of the Holy Beast -Related Topic: Toei's Pinky Violence series -Related Film: Sex & Fury -Related Film: Girl Boss Guerilla -Related Film: Terrifying Girls' High School: Lynch Law Classroom -Related Actress: Miki Sugimoto -Related Film: Zero Woman: Red Handcuffs -Related Writer: Atsushi Yamatoya -Related Film: Inflatable Sex Doll of the Wastelands -Related Director: Seijun Suzuki -Related Film: Branded to Kill -Related Film: Stray Cat Rock: Sex Hunter -Related Film: Flower and Snake -Related Topic: Nature vs. Nurture -Related Film: Fall of the House of Usher -Related Topic: Japanese Bondage -Related Director: Mario Bava -Related Director: Dario Argento -Related Topic: Operation Night and Fog -Related Film: The Poughkeepsie Tapes -Related Boxset: The Sensual World of Black Emanuelle -Related Film: Emanuelle in America -Related Film: Last House on the Left -Related Literature: Psalm of David -Related Film: Horror of Dracula -Related Literature: Psalm 121 -Related Film: Hatchet for the Honeymoon -Related Film: In The Folds of the Flesh -Related Film: Fairy in a Cage -Related Film: Zoom Up: Murder Site -Related Film: The Night Evelyn Came Out of the Grave -Related Film: Bloody Pit of Horror -Related Topic: Unit 731 -Related Film: Men Behind the Sun Next Time: Tin & Tina (2023)
Episode 069: Flower and Snake (1974)
EIn this episode, we continue our exploration of Nikkatsu's legendary Roman Porno series. For our next pick, we checked out one of the most well-known and iconic films from the entire run. It helped spawn their own S&M focused sub-series, numerous sequels, arguably kept the company running financially, and skyrocketed Naomi Tani to eternal stardom among fans of the genre. So join us as we check out Masaru Konuma's Flower and Snake from 1974. Dustin lays down the history of this monumental film and breaks down just what kinbaku and shibari mean. Jason weighs in on the tone of the film, questioning how much of the comedy was intentional and contrasting that against our expectations going in. But before all that, sound all the alarms because the Muckverse has a new entry on the way. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: The History of Metal and Horror (2021) & Ahsoka (2023) -Dustin: Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms (2021) & Talk to Me (2022) Show Notes: -Flower and Snake Trailer -Pickup your own copy of Flower and Snake from Impulse Pictures -Go check out JFF+ Independent Cinema Film Festival -Go check out the Kickstarter for the latest entry into the Muckverse: Fog City -Related Topic: Japanese Bondage -Related Artist: Seiu Ito -Related Topic: Hojojutsu -Related Art: Ukiyo-e -Related Author: Oniroku Dan -Related Actress: Naomi Tani -Related Film: Wife to be Sacrificed -Related Film: Flower & Snake: Rearing the Flesh -Related Topic: Helicopter Parent -Related Book: Behind the Pink Curtain: The Complete History of Japanese Sex Cinema -Related Film: Flower and Snake: Sketch of Hell -Related Film: Flower and Snake 3: Punishment -Related Film: Flower and Snake: White Uniform Rope Slave -Related Film: Flower and Snake: Ultimate Rope Discipline -Related Film: Flower and Snake (2004) -Related Film: Flower and Snake Part 2 -Related Film: Flower and Snake Part 3 -Related Film: Flower and Snake Zero -Related Director: Teruo Ishii -Related Film: Inferno of Torture -Related Film: Shogun's Torture of Joy -Related Film: A Serbian Film Next Time: Star of David: Beautiful Girl Hunter (1979)
Episode 068: Zoom Up: Murder Site (1979)
EIn this episode, we triumphantly return to the world of pink films and related media by casting some focus on Nikkatsu's legendary Roman Porno series that carried the company to greatness throughout the 70s and 80s. We kick things off with Dustin's pick Zoom Up: Murder Site directed by Koyu Ohara in 1979. Dustin lays down the history of Nikkatsu and the whirlwind rise and fall of their Roman Porno series. Between the swift runtime and many creative decisions, Jason finds a lot to love with this movie. But before all that, we take a moment to reflect on the impact of director William Friedkin. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Oppenheimer (2023) & The Barn Part II (2022) -Dustin: Emmanuelle in Space 2: A World of Desire (1994) & Justine: In the Heat of Passion (1996) Show Notes: -Pickup your own copy of Zoom Up: Murder Site -Go check out Impulse Pictures' Nikkatsu Collection -Go check out Severin Films' The Sensual World of Black Emanuelle box set -Related Topic: Pink Films -Related Topic: Nikkatsu -Related Topic: Nikkatsu's Roman Porno series -Need some context on Pink Films? Go back and check out our episode on Inflatable Sex Doll of the Wastelands -Related Film: Inflatable Sex Doll of the Wastelands -Related Book: Behind the Pink Curtain: The Complete History of Japanese Sex Cinema -Related Topic: Toei's Pinky Violence -Related Film: Female Prisoner Scorpion -Related Film: Zero Woman: Red Handcuffs -Go preorder Neon Eagle's release of Zero Woman: Red Handcuffs -Related Film: Story of Heresy in Meiji Era -Related Film: Tokyo Bathhouse -Related Film: Apartment Wife: Affair in the Afternoon -Related Topic: Japan's Bubble Economy -Related Show: The Naked Director -Related Film: Ichijo's Wet Desire -Related Film: Woman with Red Hair -Related Film: A Woman Called Sada Abe -Related Film: Flower and Snake -Related Film: Rope Cosmetology -Related Topic: Eirin -Related Film: Bed Partner -Related Film: Antiporno -Related Film: White Lily -Related Film: Safe Word -Related Film: Assault! 13th Hour -Related Film: Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure -Related Film: Fairy in a Cage -Related Film: Zoom In: Sex Apartments -Related Film: Love Hunter -Related Film: Suspiria -Related Film: Entrails of a Virgin -Go check out the Synapse Films/Impulse Pictures Podcast Next Time: Flower and Snake (1974)
Episode 067: Open Your Eyes (1997)
EIn this episode, a listener suggestion sends us into overtime on the sci-fi genre as we look at a film that approaches some concepts we've dug in on with past episodes, but using its own unique approach. So join us as we check out Alejandro Amenábar's Open Your Eyes from 1997. Dustin lays down some connections with other beloved mind-bending flicks; some of which we've covered for prior episodes. Jason throws some shade at the film's Tom Cruise helmed American remake Vanilla Sky. But before all that, the trailer for the new Exorcist movie is upon us and the hosts aren't so sure how ready they are for another round of whatever was going on with the most recent Halloween trilogy. And so much more! Special thanks to @Urban_Groucho for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at [email protected] or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Barbie (2023) & Takeshi's Castle (2023) -Dustin: Insidious: The Red Door (2023) & Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion's Revenge (2020) Show Notes: -Open Your Eyes Trailer -Stream Open Your Eyes on Freevee -Go check out the trailer for The Exorcist: Believer -Related Film: Deliver Us From Evil -Related Film: Vanilla Sky -Related Film: Aeon Flux -Related Film: Hollow Man -Related Scene: The Troma Crash -Related Mythology: Janus -Related Film: The Matrix -Related Film: The Terminator -Related Film: The Beyond -Related Film: The Devil's Honey -Related Song: Risingson by Massive Attack -Related Series: The Sandman -Related Film: Torente -Related Film: The Others -Related Film: The Vanishing -Related Film: Ringu -Related Film: The Ring -Related Story: The Turn of the Screw -Related Author: Philip K. Dick -Related Novel: Ubik -Related Film: Blade Runner -Related Film: Total Recall -Related Film: Minority Report -Related Film: A Scanner Darkly -Related Film: Radio Free Albemuth -Related Series: The Man in the High Castle -Related Story: Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? -Related Topic: Whitley Strieber -Related Topic: Anamnesis -Related Book: The Exegesis of Phillip K. Dick -Related Book: VALIS -Related Film: Avalon -Related Film: Lost Highway -Related Film: Mulholland Drive -Related Film: Inland Empire -Related Film: Inception -Related Film: Vertigo -Related Film: Come True -Related Film: Jacob's Ladder -Related Band: X Japan Next Time: Zoom Up: Murder Site (1979)
Episode 066: Avalon (2001)
EIn this episode, we wrap up our series on non-horror Science-Fiction by examining another staple concept of the genre: virtual reality. Join us as we check out Dustin's pick Avalon from 2001, a Japanese-Polish coproduction directed by Mamoru Oshii. Dustin heaps praise upon the film while also giving a detailed account of both Oshii's history and his directorial style. Meanwhile, Jason offers a powerfully contrasting viewpoint after finding himself put off by the film at nearly every level. But before all that, the show almost immediately comes to a grinding halt as the hosts find themselves face to face with stunning news of a revival for the Return of the Living Dead franchise. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Brooklyn 45 (2023) -Dustin: Army of the Dead (2021) & Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023) Show Notes: -Avalon Trailer -Rent Avalon on Amazon Prime -Go check out Reviewed to Death -Support the WGA/SAG Strike -Go learn about the pending revival of the Return of the Living Dead franchise -Related Film: Urusei Yatsura 2: Beautiful Dreamer -Related Film: Angel's Egg -Related Film: Patlabor The Movie -Related Film: Patlabor The Movie 2 -Related Film: Ghost in the Shell (1995) -Related Film: Ghost in the Shell (2017) -Related OVA: Dallos -Related Anime: Gatchaman -Related Film: La Jetée -Related Film: 12 Monkeys -Related Film: Night and Fog in Japan -Related Anime: Time Bokan -Related Anime: Urusei Yatsura -Related Artist: Yoshitaka Amano -Related Film: Vampire Hunter D -Related Film: Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence -Related Anime: Patlabor -Related Film: The Red Spectacles -Related Film: Stray Dog – Kerberos Panzer Cop -Related Film: Talking Head -Related Film: Sky Crawlers -Related Short: Sand Whale and Me -Related Manga: Seraphim: 266613336 Wings -Related Film: Blood: The Last Vampire (2000) -Related Film: Blood: The Last Vampire (2009) -Related Novel: Blood: The Last Vampire – Night of Beasts -Related Film: Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade -Related Film: Existenz -Related Score: Log In (Avalon Main Theme) -Related Film: Seven Swords -Related Film: Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon -Related Film: Ip Man -Related Anime: Ranma 1/2 -Related Anime: Maison Ikkoku -Related Film: Ringu -Related Film: Ringu 2 -Related Film: Dark Water -Related Anime: Mobile Suit Gundam 00 -Related Anime: Mob Psycho 100 -Related Film: Blade Runner -Related Topic: Avalon -Related Game: Castlevania II: Simon's Quest -Related Film: Assault Girls -Related Game: Monster Hunter -Related Film: Garm Wars: The Last Druid -Related Film: Kangaroo Jack -Related Game: Ragnarok Online -Related Game: Call of Duty -Related Film: The Matrix -Related Film: Tron -Related Film: Skinamarink -Related Film: Muck -Related Film: Future Kick Next Time: Open Your Eyes (1997)
Episode 065: Moon (2009)
EIn this episode, Michael rejoined us so the original trio can dig deep into some more high concept sci-fi. Join us as we check out his pick Moon from 2009 directed by Duncan Jones. Michael details how important Sam Rockwell's performance is to the film. Dustin runs down some info on some follow-up projects that expand, for good or ill, the universe the film takes place in. Jason highlights Moon's place in the pantheon of classic sci-fi flicks. But before all that, we discuss the bombing of The Flash at the box office and muse upon the idea of superhero fatigue at the movie theater. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Michael: Extraction 2 (2023) -Jason: The Center Seat: 55 Years of Star Trek (2021) -Dustin: I Am Lisa (2020) & The Flash (2023) Show Notes: -Moon Trailer -Rent Moon on Amazon Prime -Go check out Balaji Vital's books on Indian cinema: “Pure Evil: The Bad Men of Bollywood” -Related Film: 2001: A Space Odyssey -Related Film: The Quiet Earth -Related Film: Wayne's World -Related Show: The Twilight Zone -Related Film: Dead Ringers -Related Meme: Pointing Spiderman -Related Film: Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones -Related Song: I Am The One And Only -Related Film: Pet Sematary -Related Film: Silent Running -Related Film: Alien -Related Film: Outland -Related Film: High Noon -Related Film: Zardoz -Related Film: Warcraft -Related Show: Red Dwarf -Related Film: Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy -Related Anime: Mobile Suit Gundam -Related Show: Robotech -Related Film: Mute -Related Film: Blade Runner -Related Graphic Novel: Madi: Once Upon a Time in the Future -Related Film: Ex Machina -Related Film: Annihilation -Related Book: The Moon is a Harsh Mistress -Related Book: Artemis -Related Film: The Martian -Related Film: The Usual Suspects -Related Film: Star Wars: The Last Jedi -Related Tabletop RPG: Death in Space -Related Film: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker -Related Show: Altered Carbon -Related Meme: The Scott Brown Incident Next Time: Avalon (2001)
Episode 064: The Quiet Earth (1985)
EIn this episode, we begin a new block focused on Science-Fiction cinema with a particular exclusion for Sci-Fi Horror just to mix things up. Sci-fi can be pretty broad, so we definitely can't hit it all in one go. It all kicks off with Jason's pick giving us a time honored tradition of musing about what the end of humanity might be like. Join us as we check out Geoff Murphy's The Quiet Earth from 1985. Jason sorts out his feelings between fond memories of the film and its impact on a rewatch. Dustin delves into comparisons with the source novel while questioning the direction for the back half of the movie. But before all that we provide our usual whirlwind overview of the genre to help guide our discussions. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: The Lair (2022) & Savageland (2015) -Dustin: Cult (2013) & Ura Horror (2008) Show Notes: -The Quiet Earth Trailer -Stream The Quiet Earth on Tubi -Go take part in Junesploitation -Go check out Ryan Hollinger -Related Book: After the World Ends -Related Film: Mad Max -Related Film: Left Behind (2014) -Related Show: Stark Trek -Related Show: Twilight Zone -Related Film: A Trip to the Moon -Related Film: Metropolis -Related Film: 2001: A Space Odyssey -Related Film: Star Wars -Related Film: Star Wars: The Last Jedi -Related Author: Isaac Asimov -Related Film: A Clockwork Orange -Related Topic: Soft vs Hard Sci-Fi -Related Show: Mobile Suit Gundam -Related Author: Robert A. Heinlein -Related Film: Starship Troopers -Related Film: Godzilla -Related Film: The Shape of Things to Come -Related Film: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea -Related Author: Jules Verne -Related Film: The Lost World -Related Film: Frankenstein -Related Film: The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari -Related Film: Alien -Related Film: Event Horizon -Related Film: Hellraiser: Bloodline -Related Film: The Transformers -Related Film: The Transformers: The Movie -Related Film: Bumblebee -Related Show: Transformers: Beast Wars -Related Film: King Kong -Related Film: Flash Gordon (serials) -Related Film: Buck Rogers (serials) -Related Film: Forbidden Planet -Related Film: The Day The Earth Stood Still -Related Film: The Thing From Another World -Related Film: When Worlds Collide -Related Film: The War of the Worlds -Related Film: Invasion of the Body Snatchers -Related Film: Journey to the Center of the Earth -Related Film: Them! -Related Film: Beast from 20,000 Fathoms -Related Film: The Blob -Related Film: It Came From Beneath the Sea -Related Film: Earth Vs. the Flying Saucers -Related Film: Warning From Space -Related Film: Planet of the Apes -Related Film: Planet of the Vampires -Related Film: Fahrenheit 451 -Related Film: Barbarella -Related Film: Alphaville -Related Film: Solaris -Related Film: Stalker -Related Film: THX 1138 -Related Film: The Andromeda Strain -Related Film: Logan's Run -Related Film: Silent Running -Related Film: Soylent Green -Related Film: Westworld -Related Show: Westworld -Related Film: Dark Star -Related Film: Close Encounters of the Third Kind -Related Film: Star Trek: The Motion Picture -Related Film: The Black Hole -Related Film: Flight of the Navigator -Related Film: Star Wars: Empire Strikes Back -Related Film: Star Wars: Return of the Jedi -Related Film: Blade Runner -Related Film: E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial -Related Film: The Terminator -Related Film: Robocop -Related Film: Aliens -Related Film: Flash Gordon -Related Film: Dune -Related Film: Dune Part 1 -Related Film: Dune Part 2 -Related Film: Tron -Related Film: Back to the Future -Related Film: Akira -Related Show: Robotech -Related Film: Total Recall -Related Film: Terminator 2: Judgment Day -Related Film: The Lawnmower Man -Related Film: The Matrix -Related Film: Armageddon -Related Film: Deep Impact -Related Film: Independence Day -Related Film: Jurassic Park -Related Film: Gattica -Related Film: Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace -Related Film: Guardians of the Galaxy -Related Film: Minority Report -Related Film: Eyes Wide Shut -Related Film: District 9 -Related Film: Avatar -Related Film: Pochahontas -Related Film: Tron: Legacy -Related Film: Rise of the Planet of the Apes -Related Film: Godzilla (2014) -Related Film: Shin Godzilla -Related Film: Ex Machina -Related Film: Her -Related Film: Total Recall (2012) -Related Film: Chappie -Related Film: Interstellar -Related Film: Blade Runner 2049 -Related Film: The Martian -Related Film: Arrival -Related Film: The Hunger Games -Related Film: The Maze Runner -Related Film: Attack the Block -Related Film: Looper -Related Film: Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets -Related Film: Endgame -Related Film: Raiders of Atlantis -Related Film: 1990: The Bronx Warriors -Related Film: Warrior of the Lost World -Related Film: Future Kill -Related Film: Dawn of the Dead -Related Film: The Nightingale -Related Film: Brimstone -Related Film: Hold the Dark -Related Film: Miracle Mile -Related Film: The World, T
Episode 063: Monica, O My Darling (2022)
EIn this episode, another listener suggestion sends us kicking and screaming back into the world of Indian cinema. Join us as we dig into the many twists and turns of Vasan Bala's genre blending escapade Monica, O My Darling from 2022. Jason finds his apprehension in the wake of 13B utterly destroyed against the film's charm. Dustin finds an excuse to rant about Keigo Higashino and then puts in some extra credit by checking out a Japanese tv movie adaptation of the original source material. And so much more! Special thanks to AyJ for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at [email protected] or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Goku: Midnight Eye OVA 1&2 (1989) -Dustin: Emmanuelle: First Contact (1994) & Shin Kamen Rider (2023) Show Notes: -Monica, O My Darling Trailer -Stream Monica, O My Darling on Netflix -Go pick up something cool during Vinegar Syndrome's Partner Label Month -Go preorder Severin's Black Emanuelle Box Set -Related Commercial: This is Anime -Related Author: Keigo Higashino -Related Film: The Maltese Falcon -Related Film: Ludo -Related Film: Tumbbad -Related Director: Quentin Tarantino -Related Directors: The Coen Brothers -Related Film: Brutus no Shinzo (2011) -Related Film: Caravan -Related Song: Piya Tu Ab To Aja -Related Film: Jewel Thief -Related Film: Psycho -Related Author: Edogawa Ranpo -Related Film: Himitsu -Related Film: The Secret -Related TV Drama: Detective Galileo -Related Film: The Devotion of Suspect X -Related Film: Midsummer's Equation -Related Film: Silent Parade -Related Film: Masquerade Hotel -Related Film: Masquerade Night -Related Film: Knives Out -Related Film: Laplace's Witch -Related Film: Andhadhun -Related Film: Johnny Gaddar -Related Film: Pulp Fiction -Related Song: Yeh Ek Zindagi -Related Show: Twilight Zone Next Time: The Quiet Earth (1985)
Episode 062: Bloody Birthday (1981)
EIn this episode, after spending two films nostalgically looking back to the golden age of slashers Jason has decided to take us back to the heart of that era with his pick. Amid a flood of slasher sequels and imitators, join us as we check out Edward Hunt's Bloody Birthday from 1981. Dustin weighs the effectiveness of the scenes with children committing murder contrasted to the film's lack of gore. Jason champions the film for its unique qualities where it decides to break from the conventional slasher formula. But before all that, it's the nail in the coffin on the Muckverse as Jason weighs in his final thoughts on Kill Her Goats. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Kill Her Goats (2023) & Poison for the Fairies (1984) -Dustin: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) & In Fabric (2018) Show Notes: -Bloody Birthday Trailer -Stream Bloody Birthday on Arrow Player or Tubi -Go follow the 4k Outlaw on TikTok -Related Film: Village of the Damned -Related Film: The Funhouse -Related Film: The Prowler -Related Film: The Burning -Related Film: Graduation Day -Related Film: My Bloody Valentine -Related Film: Halloween 2 -Related Film: Friday the 13 Part 2 -Related Film: Madman -Related Topic: Astrology -Related Book: Linda Goodman's Sun Signs -Related Film: E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial -Related Film: Amityville Horror -Related Film: The Manitou -Related Film: X-Ray -Related Film: Zodiac -Related Topic: Downtown Julie Brown -Related Film: Muck -Related Film: Halloween -Related Film: Psycho -Related Film: Friday the 13th -Related Composer: Harry Manfredini -Related Song: Don't Fear the Reaper -Related Film: Indiana Jones & The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull -Related Clip: G.I. Joe PSA: Old Refrigerators -Related Film: The Hidden -Related Film: Taxi Driver -Related Film: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre -Related Clip: Prism Entertainment -Related Film: The Mutilator -Related Film: The Mutilator 2 -Related Film: Happy Birthday to Me -Related Film: David Lynch's Dune -Related Film: Dune Part Two -Related Film: A Bay of Blood -Related Film: The 5000 Fingers of Dr. T. -Related Topic: Randy's Rules Next Time: Monica, O My Darling (2022)
Episode 061: The Final Girls (2015) w/ Chris the 4k Outlaw
EIn this episode, we are joined by our first ever special guest: Chris the 4k Outlaw. Together we sit down to gush over our shared love of slasher films and dig in with his selection for this episode: The Final Girls from 2015. Jason weighs the film's PG-13 rating against the surprisingly emotional heart the film has while wondering what could have been. Dustin lays down some research on the enduring trope of the final girl. And while your regular hosts marvel on just how under the radar this film has gone, Chris details his own experience championing the movie when it first debuted. But before all that, we dish on our experience going to see Evil Dead Rise together and recount our history with the franchise. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Renfield (2023) & Evil Dead Rise (2023) -Dustin: Beau is Afraid (2023) & Kill Her Goats (2023) & Evil Dead Rise (2023) -Chris: The Pope's Exorcist (2023) & Evil Dead Rise (2023) Our Favorite Final Girls: -Dustin: Ginny Field (Amy Steel) in Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981) -Chris: Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) in Scream (1996) -Jason: Alice Johnson (Lisa Wilcox) in A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: Dream Master (1988) Show Notes: -The Final Girls Trailer -Rent The Final Girls on Amazon Prime -Go check out and follow The 4k Outlaw on TikTok -Related Book: Men, Women, and Chain Saws: Gender in the Modern Horror Film -Related Film: Scream -Related Film: Psycho -Related Film: Halloween -Related Film: Buffy the Vampire Slayer -Related Film: Cherry Falls -Related Film: Black Christmas -Related Film: Friday the 13th -Related Show: America Horror Story -Related Film: The Nun -Related Film: The Conjuring -Related Show: Bates Motel -Related Film: A Nightmare on Elm Street -Related Song: Bette Davis Eyes -Related Song: Like a Prayer -Related Film: Never Been Kissed -Related Film: Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? -Related Show: Arrested Development -Related Film: Green Room -Related Film: Scream 2 -Related Film: Fright Night -Related Show: Buffy the Vampire Slayer -Related Film: Phantasm -Go check out the Kentucky Theater -Related Film: The Burning -Related Film: Purple Rose of Cairo -Related Film: Last Action Hero -Related Song: Hey Micky -Related Film: Rob Zombie's Halloween 2 -Related Film: Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter -Related Film: Rob Zombie's Halloween -Related Film: Slumber Party Massacre -Related Film: Slumber Party Massacre II -Related Film: Home Alone -Related Song: Cherry Pie -Related Film: Silent Night, Deadly Night -Related Film: Night of the Demons -Related Film: The Return of the Living Dead -Related Film: Carrie -Related Film: Pumpkinhead -Related Show: Childrens Hospital -Related Film: Couple's Retreat -Related Film: Halloween 2 -Related Film: Gremlins -Related Film: The Exorcist -Related Film: One Cut of the Dead -Related Song: Michael Row Your Boat Ashore -Related Film: The Babadook -Related Film: It Follows -Related Film: The Burbs -Related Film: Muck -Related Film: Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon Next Time: Bloody Birthday (1981)
Episode 060: Muck (2015)
EIn this episode, we launch off a new block taking a look at a beloved subgenre for us: Slashers. To keep things interesting we're setting a ban for ourselves from selecting any films that hail from the big name slasher franchises. Join us as we kick things off with Dustin's controversial pick Muck (2015) directed by Steve Wolsh. Is this a loving nostalgic throwback to the golden age of the slasher film? Or a dud worthy of its own title? Buckle up for an exhaustively extra-long episode as we dig in deep. But before all that, we try to do our due diligence and give a whirlwind overview of the subgenre. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Brightburn (2019) -Dustin: The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) Show Notes: -Muck Trailer -Rent Muck on Amazon Prime -Go check out the Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Related Film: Wishmaster -Related Film: Halloween -Related Film: Alien -Related Film: The Terminator -Related Film: Graduation Day -Related Film: Friday the 13th -Related Film: April Fools -Related Film: New Years Evil -Related Film: My Bloody Valentine -Related Film: Scream -Related Film: The Lunatics -Related Author: Mary Roberts Rinehart -Related Film: The Bat (1926) -Related Film: The Cat and the Canary -Related Film: The Old Dark House -Related Film: Dracula (1931) -Related Film: A Nightmare on Elm Street -Related Film: 13 Women -Related Film: Prom Night -Related Film: The Terror -Related Film: The Leopard Man -Related Film: The Scarlet Claw -Related Film: The Spiral Staircase -Related Author: Agatha Christie -Related Film: Ten Little Indians -Related Film: Deep Red -Related Film: House of Wax -Related Film: The Bad Seed -Related Film: Psycho -Related Film: Peeping Tom -Related Film: Straight Jacket -Related Film: Berserk -Related Film: Night Must Fall -Related Film: Corruption -Related Film: Taste of Fear -Related Film: Paranoiac -Related Film: Nightmare -Related Film: Psychopath -Related Film: Dementia 13 -Related Film: Blood Feast -Related Film: 2000 Maniacs -Related Film: Color Me Blood Red -Related Film: Wizard of Gore -Related Film: Gruesome Twosome -Related Film: The Ghastly Ones -Related Author: Edgar Wallace -Related Film: Diabolique -Related Film: The Fellowship of the Frog -Related Film: The Green Archer -Related Film: Torso -Related Film: A Bay of Blood -Related Film: And Soon The Darkness -Related Film: Fright -Related Film: The Love Butcher -Related Film: The Redeemer: Son of Satan -Related Film: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre -Related Film: The Town That Dreaded Sundown -Related Film: Another Son of Sam -Related Film: The Hills Have Eyes -Related Film: Silent Night Bloody Night -Related Film: Black Christmas -Related Film: Black Christmas (2006) -Related Film: Black Christmas (2019) -Related Film: The Wild Bunch -Related Film: Bonnie and Clyde -Related Film: The Mutilator -Related Film: Blood Rage -Related Film: Killer Party -Related Film: Slumber Party Massacre -Related Film: Blood Cult -Related Film: Sledgehammer -Related Film: Truth or Dare -Related Film: Sleepaway Camp -Related Film: Silent Night Deadly Night -Related Film: Bad Dreams -Related Film: Dream Demon -Related Film: Deadly Dreams -Related Film: Brainstorm -Related Film: Friday the 13th Part 8: Jason Takes Manhattan -Related Film: A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child -Related Film: Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers -Related Film: Doctor Giggles -Related Film: Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare -Related Film: Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday -Related Film: Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers -Related Film: Wes Craven's New Nightmare -Related Film: I Know What You Did Last Summer -Related Film: Urban Legend -Related Film: Bloody Beach -Related Film: Cry_Wolf -Related Film: Fear Dot Com -Related Film: Cut -Related Film: Lighthouse -Related Film: The Pool -Related Film: Kucch To Hai -Related Film: Scary Movie -Related Film: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003) -Related Film: Psycho (1998) -Related Film: House of Wax (2005) -Related Film: Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning -Related Film: The Fog (2005) -Related Film: When A Stranger Calls (2006) -Related Film: Prom Night (2008) -Related Film: April Fools Day (2008) -Related Film: Rob Zombie's Halloween -Related Film: Rob Zombie's Halloween II -Related Film: The Hills Have Eyes (2006) -Related Film: My Bloody Valentine 3D -Related Film: Friday the 13th (2009) -Related Film: Last House on the Left (2009) -Related Film: Sorority Row (2009) -Related Film: Stepfather (2009) -Related Film: A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010) -Related Film: Silent Night Bloody Night: The Homecoming -Related Film: Curse of Chucky -Related Film: Texas Chainsaw 3D -Related Film: Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022) -Related Show: The Walking Dead -Related Show: American Horror Story -Related Show: Bates Motel -Related Show: MTV's Scream -Related Show: Pretty Little Liars -Related Show: Riverdale -Related Show: Scream Quee
Episode 059: The Millionaires’ Express (1986)
EIn this episode, we hit up another listener suggestion returning us to the world of Hong Kong Westerns. So join us as we check out The Millionaires' Express directed by the legendary Sammo Hung. Jason lays down some interesting context with notes about the history of those involved in the film's production. Dustin charts out the differences between the many different cuts of the film. But before all that, we round off the medieval fantasy block with some head to head discussion over our initial thoughts after watching the new D&D movie. And so much more! Special thanks to Cliffy for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at [email protected] or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Dio: Dreamers Never Die (2022) & Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023) -Dustin: Monster Seafood Wars (2020) & Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023) Show Notes: -The Millionaire's Express Trailer -Stream The Millionaire's Express on Arrow Player -Go check out Brett & Tony with Ash & Abe's episode on Repo: The Genetic Opera -Go check out SRS Cinema -Related Film: Guardians of the Galaxy -Related Film: Dungeons & Dragons (2000) -Related Film: Dungeons & Dragons: The Book of Vile Darkness -Related Film: Dragonslayer -Related Show: The Witcher -Related Film: Solomon Kane -Related Film: Ladyhawke -Related Film: Let The Bullets Fly -Related Topic: The Seven Little Fortunes -Related Show: Looney Tunes -Related Film: Legend of the Stardust Brothers -Related Film: Peking Opera Blues -Related Film: Duck, You Sucker -Related Film: Django -Related Film: Way of the Dragon -Related Film: Wishmaster Next Time: Muck (2015)
Episode 058: Conquest (1983)
EIn this episode, we wrap up our series on somewhat medieval themed Fantasy flicks. There's no other way to go out with a bang than a short trip into the surreal world of Lucio Fulci. So join us as we visit a land beyond time and delve into his one forray into the fantasy genre with 1983's Conquest. Jason tries to orient the film in the pantheon of Fulci's movies and its place among his masterpieces and decline. Dustin begins and ends his comedy career with one poorly timed joke on the film's behalf. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Nightmare at Noon (1988) -Dustin: Hell's Garden (2021) & Pure (2019) & Crawlers (2020) Our First & Favorite Fulci Films: -Jason: City of the Living Dead (1980) & The Beyond (1981) -Dustin: Zombie (1979) & Don't Torture a Duckling (1972) Show Notes: -Conquest Trailer -Stream Conquest on Tubi or Shout Factory -Go check out all the awesome shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Go check out Screambox so you can stream Cube (2021) -Related Film: Conan -Related Film: Manhattan Baby -Related Film: New York Ripper -Related Film: Warriors of the Year 2072 -Related Film: Murder Rock -Related Film: The Devil's Honey -Related Film: City of the Living Dead -Related Film: The Beyond -Related Film: The House by the Cemetery -Related Film: Zombie -Related Film: Dawn of the Dead -Related Film: Clash of the Titans -Related Film: Man in the Iron Mask -Related Film: Star Wars: A New Hope -Related Film: Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring -Related Film: The Beastmaster -Related Film: Solomon Kane -Related Cartoon: Dungeons & Dragons -Related Topic: The Hero's Journey -Related Film: Apocalypse Now -Related Topic: Dungeon Crawl Classics -Related Film: Quest For Fire -Related Film: Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark -Related Film: Deep Red Next Time: The Millionaires' Express (1986)
Episode 057: Solomon Kane (2009)
EIn this episode, we continue our medieval styled Fantasy soujourn. Though some technical difficulties prevented him from joining us, Michael has left us with his pick for this block leading us to check out M. J. Bassett's Solomon Kane from 2009. There's a lot to love here, but Jason lays down some fair criticism on where the film perhaps fell short of greatness. Dustin gushes his heart out over this one championing it as an underseen gem. But before all that, we geek out over Robert E. Howard and lay down plenty of context on the literary source material. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Metal Skin Panic MADOX-01 (1987) & Star Trek Motion Picture Marathon -Dustin: Cube (2021) & Tomodachi Game (2017) Show Notes: -Solomon Kane Trailer -Stream Solomon Kane on the Roku Channel -Go check out The J-Horror Virus -Related OVA: Elf Princess Rane -Related Topic: Rifts -Related Topic: Robert E. Howard -Related Topic: Solomon Kane -Related Topic: Conan the Barbarian -Related Film: Conan (1982) -Related Film: Conan (2011) -Related Topic: Weird Tales -Related Topic: Pulp magazine -Related Topic: Clark Ashton Smith -Related Topic: The Challenge From Beyond -Related Topic: Savage Worlds -Related Topic: The Savage World of Solomon Kane -Related Film: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness -Related Film: The Witch -Related Film: Children of the Corn -Related Film: The Lord of the Rings -Related Film: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves -Related Film: Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark -Related Film: Clive Barker's Book of Blood -Related Film: Pulp Fiction -Related Film: The Batman -Related Film: The Golden Compass -Related Film: Deathwatch -Related Film: Wilderness -Related Film: Silent Hill: Revelations -Related Film: Red Sonja -Related Topic: Ramsey Campbell -Related Show: Game of Thrones -Related Topic: Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser -Related Film: Unforgiven -Related Film: John Carter -Related Film: The Barbarians Next Time: Conquest (1983)
Episode 056: Dragonslayer (1981)
EIn this episode, we launch into our first theme block of the year placing our focus onto Fantasy films. Which, as Jason is keen to add, includes a bit of specific focus on medieval style fantasy. It all kicks off with Jason's pick as we check out the influential Dragonslayer from 1981. Dustin struggles to overcome his bias for Peter MacNicol as Janosz in Ghostbusters II. Jason plants his flag on the hill declaring Vermithrax Perjorative as the all time greatest dragon ever put to film. But before all that we do our usual whirlwind overview of the genre and highlight some iconic fantasy flicks across the decades. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Dustin: Noise (2022) & Morbius (2022) & Righting Wrongs (1986) -Jason: Warlock (1989) & M3GAN (2022) Show Notes: -Dragonslayer Trailer -Stream Dragonslayer on Kanopy -Go check out The Sweetest Taboo -Related Story: The Epic of Gilgamesh -Related Topic: High Fantasy -Related Topic: Sword & Sorcery -Related Film: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring -Related Film: Conan the Barbarian -Related Film: Conan the Barbarian (2011) -Related Topic: Urban Fantasy -Related Film: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone -Related Show: The Dresden Files -Related Film: Bright -Related Game: Shadowrun -Related Film: Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl -Related Film: A Trip to the Moon -Related Film: The Thief of Baghdad (1924) -Related Film: Die Nibelungen -Related Film: Tarzan and the Golden Lion -Related Film: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs -Related Film: The Wizard of Oz -Related Film: The Thief of Baghdad (1940) -Related Film: Sinbad the Sailor -Related Film: Darby O'Gill & The Little People -Related Film: The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. -Related Film: Ugetsu Monogatari -Related Film: The 7th Voyage of Sinbad -Related Film: Jason and the Argonauts -Related Film: Mysterious Island -Related Film: One Million Years BC -Related Film: Hercules (1983) -Related Film: Monty Python and the Holy Grail -Related Film: The Golden Voyage of Sinbad -Related Film: Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger -Related Film: Wizards -Related Film: The Land That Time Forgot -Related Film: Journey to the Center of the Earth -Related Film: Star Wars: A New Hope -Related Film: Clash of the Titans -Related Film: Excalibur -Related Film: Legend -Related Film: The Adventures of Baron Munchhausen -Related Film: Time Bandits -Related Film: Krull -Related Film: Fire & Ice -Related Film: The Neverending Story -Related Film: Ladyhawke -Related Film: The Princess Bride -Related Film: Willow -Related Film: Big Trouble in Little China -Related Film: Deathstalker -Related Film: The Barbarians -Related Film: Highlander -Related Film: The Dark Crystal -Related Film: Labyrinth -Related Film: Aladdin -Related Film: Hercules -Related Film: Army of Darkness -Related Film: Chronicles of Narnia -Related Film: The Golden Compass -Related Film: Eragon -Related Film: Inkheart -Related Film: Tales From Earthsea -Related Film: Dungeons & Dragons -Related Film: Star Wars: The Phantom Menace -Related Show: Game of Thrones -Related Show: Lord of The Rings: Rings of Power -Related Show: Willow -Related Film: Popeye -Related Film: Robin Hood -Related Film: Mary Poppins -Related Film: The Black Hole -Related Film: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves -Related Film: Tales from the Crypt -Related Film: Ghostbusters II -Related Film: Star Wars: Return of the Jedi -Related Film: Star Wars: Empire Strikes Back -Related Film: The Exorcist -Related Story: Saint George and the Dragon -Related Film: Fantasia -Related Film: Reign of Fire -Related Film: Indiana Jones and The Raiders of the Lost Ark -Related Film: The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug Next Time: Solomon Kane (2009)
Episode 055: Cannibal Holocaust (1980)
EIn this episode, we dive back in for another listener episode to round out our freestyle block with an all time great for Extreme Horror. Join us as we check out Ruggero Deodato's legendary and controversial classic Cannibal Holocaust. Jason chronicles the film's influential legacy and importance. Dustin details his suffering enduring the uncut version of the flick and tries to weigh the animal cruelty against the film's impact. Also, in honor of his recent passing we also recount some of our personal favorite Deodato flicks. But before all that, we took another Genre Exposure field trip to the cinema and can't help but gush over Infinity Pool. And so much more! Special thanks to Elena for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at [email protected] or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: The Menu (2022) & Infinity Pool (2023) -Dustin: The Samejima Incident (2020) & Infinity Pool (2023) Show Notes: -Cannibal Holocaust Trailer -Stream Cannibal Holocaust on Shudder -Go check out the Cursed Films episode on Cannibal Holocaust -Related Film: The Man From Deep River -Related Film: A Man Called Horse -Related Film: Naturo Contro aka Green Inferno aka Cannibal Holocaust II -Related Film: Tarzan the Ape Man -Related Film: The Naked Prey -Related Film: Cannibal Ferox -Related Film: Emannuelle and the Last Cannibals -Related Film: Zombie Holocaust -Related Film: Night of the Living Dead -Related Film: The Green Inferno -Related Topic: Mondo film -Related Film: Mondo Cane -Related Film: Faces of Death -Related Film: Witchcraft '70 -Related Film: The Blair Witch Project -Related Film: Debbie Does Dallas -Related Film: Spider-man -Related Film: The Wicker Man -Related Film: Apocalypse Now -Related Film: El Topo -Related Film: Friday the 13th -Related Film: Don't Torture a Duckling -Related Film: Africa Addio -Related Film: A Serbian Film -Related Film: Pink Flamingos -Related Film: Videodrome -Related Topic: The Red Brigades -Related Film: The Last Cannibal World -Related Film: Cut and Run -Related Film: ET The Extra Terrestrial -Related Film: House on the Edge of the Park -Related Film: The Barbarians -Related Film: Raiders of Atlantis -Related Film: Massacre in Dinosaur Valley -Related Film: The Shining Next Time: Dragonslayer (1981)
Episode 054: Ultrasound (2021)
EIn this episode, we continue our series of freestyle picks to start off the new year with Dustin's selection. We check out his favorite feature from Fantasia 2021, Ultrasound directed by Rob Schroeder. Join us as we navigate the strange surreal mindbending corridors of the film's narrative. Dustin goes up to bat for the film decrying it as underseen and underloved. Jason shares his appreciation for the way in which the story is told offering a grounded take on its more sci-fi leaning elements. But before all that, we took a Genre Exposure field trip to the movie theater just to see Skinamarink and we have thoughts. Buckle up as the hot takes fly fast and free. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: The Collingswood Story (2002) & Skinamarink (2023) -Dustin: Centipede Horror (1982) & Red Spell Spells Red (1983) & Skinamarink (2023) Show Notes: -Ultrasound Trailer -Stream Ultrasound on Hulu -Go check out The Sweetest Taboo: An Unapologetic Guide to Child Kills in Film on IndieGoGo -Go check out Screams From the Basement -Go check out Error 4444 -Related Film: The Shining -Related Film: The Blair Witch Project -Related Topic: r/NoSleep -Related Show: Marble Hornets -Related Show: Clear Lakes 44 -Related Show: Twin Peaks -Related Film: Heck -Related Graphic Novel: Ultrasound -Related Show: Angel -Related Show: Mad Men -Related Film: Suspiria -Related Film: The Manchurian Candidate -Related Film: Beyond the Gates -Related Company: Discotek Media -Related Film: The Brood -Related Film: Rabid -Related Film: Beyond the Black Rainbow -Related Film: Paprika -Related Film: Inception Next Time: Cannibal Holocaust (1980)
Episode 053: History of the Occult (2020)
EIn this episode, we tackle our first listener episode of the year. After holding this one in our back pocket for far too long, we finally get a chance to check it out by way of Screambox. So join us as we check out Cristian Ponce's History of the Occult from 2020. Dustin celebrates the film's genre mashup of surreal brainteaser mixed with a political thriller. Jason struggles to define the particular qualities he found lacking in the movie. We also toss in a mini-review of Screambox as a platform. And so much more! Special thanks to @Urban_Groucho for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at [email protected] or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Dustin: The Amityville Curse (1990) -Jason: My Old School (2022) Show Notes: -History of the Occult Trailer -Stream History of the Occult on Screambox -Go check out Zulawski's Possession now on Shudder -Related Film: Rosemary's Baby -Related Film: Ghostwatch -Related Film: All The President's Men -Related Radio: Coast to Coast AM -Related Show: Gravity Falls -Related Show: Eerie, Indiana -Related Film: Ringu -Related Film: The Ring -Related Film: Abracadabra -Related Film: Los Olvidados -Related Film: 2/11: Dia de los Meurtos -Related Topic: Bohemian Grove -Related Film: The Red Spectacles -Related Film: Prince of Darkness -Related Film: We Are Still Here -Related Film: Curse of the Demon -Related Film: The Haunting -Related Film: Censor -Related Show: Twin Peaks The Return -Related Film: Terrifier 2 Next Time: Ultrasound (2021)
Episode 052: Miracle Mile (1988)
EIn this episode, we kick off the new year with a series of freestyle picks. We still need a bit of time to chart our course without Michael on board and so we've decided to hit some films we have wanted to discuss but have never quite had the chance to place them in any prior topics. First up, Jason takes us back to the 80s for Steve De Jarnatt's apocalyptic Miracle Mile from 1988. Dustin finds himself impressed with the level of charisma spread out across each performance in the film. Jason takes some time to highlight and detail the many wonderful character actors present among the cast. Before all that, we've got a whirlwind round up of Vestron's Silent Night, Deadly Night boxset. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Fall (2022) -Dustin: Silent Night, Deadly Night III: Better Watch Out! (1989) & Silent Night, Deadly Night 4: Initiation (1990) & Silent Night, Deadly Night 5: The Toy Maker (1991) Show Notes: -Miracle Mile Trailer -Stream Miracle Mile on Tubi -Go check out Jason on The Jacked Up Review Show talking about Hong Kong cinema -Related Film: Cherry 2000 -Related Film: Twilight Zone: The Movie -Related Location: La Brea Tar Pits -Related Film: Revenge of the Creature -Related Film: Tarantula -Related Film: The Mole People -Related Film: The Brain From Plane Arous -Related Film: Invisible Invaders -Related Book: Gravity's Rainbow -Related Film: The Terminator -Related Film: Battle Beyond the Stars -Related Show: Star Trek: The Next Generation -Related Film: Robocop -Related Show: Star Trek: Deep Space Nine -Related Film: Dark Night of the Scarecrow -Related Film: Bride of Re-Animator -Related Film: Reservoir Dogs -Related Film: Cobra -Related Film: Star Trek Generations -Related Show: Star Trek: Enterprise -Related Film: Doctor Mordrid -Related Show: Buffy the Vampire Slayer -Related Show: The X-Files -Related Film: Threads -Related Location: Johnny's Coffee Shop -Related Band: Tangerine Dream -Related Location: The Pan Pacific Theater -Related Show: ER Next Time: History of the Occult (2020)
Quick Cuts Episode 009: 2022 Wrap Up Special
EIn this special bonus episode of Genre Exposure, we usher 2022 to a close with a final look back over the year. First, we reflect a bit on the podcast itself and go over some of the things we learned and struggled with during the year as well as highlight some of our favorite moments and share just a few regrets. After that, we leave the best of 2022 top ten lists to the experts and instead go over some of our favorite film discoveries we made this year. That is, specifically, any movie that we watched this year for the first time regardless of its release date. Finally, we wrap up by laying down some plans and wishes for the new year. This will be Michael's last episode on the show for the foreseeable future. Please join us in wishing him all the best. We love you man and your contribution to the show will be sorely missed. To everyone that has tuned in, left a comment, or even reached out with feedback thank you so much. We really appreciate it and it means the world to us. Here's looking forward to 2023 and another year of exploring (and celebrating) the wide world of cinema. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) Michael's Favorite 2022 Film Discoveries: 1) Phantom of the Paradise (1974) 2) Violent Night (2022) 3) Duel (1971) 4) Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio (2022) Honorable Mentions: Come True (2020) & The Mitchells vs. The Machines (2022) Dishonorable Mentions: Alone in the Dark (1982) Jason's Favorite 2022 Film Discoveries: 1) Redline (2009) 2) X (2022) 3) Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022) 4) Jackass Forever (2022) Honorable Mentions: Come True (2020) & Nope (2022) & Deadstream (2022) & The Righteous (2021) & Pearl (2022) & Orphan: First Kill (2022) & Coming Home in the Dark (2021) & The Rental (2020) & Terrifier 2 (2022) & Barbarian (2022) Dishonorable Mentions: VHS 99 (2022) & 13B: Fear Has a New Address (2009) & They/Them (2022) & Dark Glasses (2022) & Smile (2022) & Halloween Ends (2022) Dustin's Favorite 2022 Film Discoveries: 1) Crimes of the Future (2022) 2) Men (2022) 3) Tenet (2020) 4) Speak No Evil (2022) Honorable Mentions: X (2022) & Nope (2022) & Watcher (2022) & Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022) & Smile (2022) Dishonorable Mentions: VHS 99 (2022) & Halloween Ends (2022) & Hellraiser (2022) & Marvel Cinematic Universe Phase 4 Show Notes -Related Film: Mad Doctor of Blood Island -Related Film: Occult -Related Film: A Serbian Film -Related Film: The Blair Witch Project -Related Film: Halloween (2018) -Related Film: Fortress -Related Film: Tokyo Tribe -Related Film: The Girl Next Door -Related Film: Let the Bullets Fly -Related Film: Knife+Heart -Related Film: Cat's Eye -Related Film: Death Walks at Midnight -Related Film: Robot Carnival -Related Film: Delirium -Related Film: The Beast of War -Related Film: Tumbbad -Related Film: 13B: Fear Has a New Address -Related Film: Ludo -Related Film: Brimstone -Related Film: Keoma -Related Film: Pink Rabbit -Related Film: Saint Maud -Related Film: The Reflecting Skin -Related Film: Robocop -Related Film: It Follows -Related Film: The Sadness -Related Film: Videodrome -Related Film: Die Hard -Related Film: Home Alone -Related Film: The Babadook -Related Film: Krampus -Related Film: Innkeepers -Related Film: The House of the Devil -Related Film: The Sacrament -Related Film: Sorcerer -Related Film: Joyride -Related Film: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness -Related Film: The School of Good and Evil -Related Show: The Witcher: Blood Origin -Related Film: The Batman -Related Film: Oppenheimer -Related Film: Pinocchio (2022) -Related Film: Us -Related Film: Get Out -Related Film: Truth or Dare -Related Film: Ju-On: The Grudge -Related Film: Spider-Man: No Way Home -Related Film: The Eternals -Related Film: Hereditary
Episode 051: The Girl Next Door (2007)
EIn this episode, we close out the year with one final listener episode. Based on a true crime. Pulled from the pages of a Jack Ketchum novel. Join us as we delve into director Gregory M. Wilson's The Girl Next Door from 2007. With the novel in hand, Jason gives some extra insight from the source material, including a short reading. Dustin presents the quick facts of the true crime behind the story and vents his frustration with the crushing reality that it's actually even more bleak than the film. Michael weighs out his complicated feelings about the true crime fandom. And so much more! Special thanks to Elena for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at [email protected] or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Michael: Wednesday (2022) -Jason: Nope (2022) & Hatching (2022) & Bodies Bodies Bodies (2022) -Dustin: Alison's Birthday (1981) & Puppet Master: Doktor Death (2022) Show Notes: -The Girl Next Door Trailer -Stream The Girl Next Door on Tubi -Related Film: The Girl Next Door (2004) -Related Author: Jack Ketchum -Related Novel: The Girl Next Door -Related Film: A Serbian Film -Related Film: The Sadness -Related Show: Dahmer -Related Film: An American Crime -Related Film: The Reflecting Skin -Related Film: Stand By Me -Related Show: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel -Related Film: Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers -Related Film: Deadstream -Related True Crime: The Murder of Sylvia Likens -Related Show: Deadly Women -Related Film: Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer -Related Film: The Lost -Related Novel: The Lost -Related True Crime: Charles Schmid -Related Novel: Red -Related Film: Red -Related Novel: Off Season -Related Film: Offspring -Related Film: The Woman -Related Film: Offseason -Related Film: The Texas Chain Saw Massacre -Related Film: Natural Born Killers -Related Novel: Lets Go Play at the Adams' -Related Film: Ghoul Next Time: Miracle Mile (1988)
Episode 050: Tokyo Tribe (2014)
EIn this episode, we wrap up our last block of the year on musicals with an explosive finale. Echoing last year, Dustin returns us to the madcap genre blending world of director Sion Sono for an over the top rap battle musical. Join us as we check out Tokyo Tribe from 2014. Jason struggles to leverage the cinematic elements he finds enjoyable against his distaste for rap. Dustin goes full super fan, carefully charting out all the connections and fun factoids he can about the movie. Michael struggles to the finish line with this one. This time we've got a lineup of impressions as varied as the film itself. Along the way, in our usual fashion, we also stumble onto some heavier topics like the impact of filmmaker scandals and how they can affect one's viewing of a movie. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Michael: Top Gun: Maverick (2022) & Alone in the Dark (1982) -Dustin: A Haunted Turkish Bathhouse (1975) -Jason: Barbarian (2022) Show Notes: -Tokyo Tribe Trailer -Go check out some of our recent guest spots over at The Jacked Up Review Show with topics like James Cameron, Ranking DC Adaptations, and Ranking Marvel Adaptations. -Related Film: Breakin' -Related Film: Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo -Related Mangaka: Santa Inoue -Related Film: The Neighbor No. 13 -Related Anime: Tokyo Tribe 2 -Related Film: Prisoners of the Ghostland -Related Topic: Special Wards of Tokyo -Related Film: The Warriors -Related Film: Himizu -Related Film: The Virgin Psychics -Related Film: First Love -Related Film: Hentai Kamen -Related Film: Cold Fish -Related Film: Shinjuku Swan -Related Film: The Forest of Love -Related Film: Escape From New York -Related Film: Dead or Alive -Related Film: A Clockwork Orange -Related Film: Tomie: Replay -Related Film: Helter Skelter -Related Film: The Day of Destruction -Related Topic: Cyborg Kaori -Related Film: Dune (1984) -Related Topic: The Kano Sisters Commercial -Related Film: Repo: The Genetic Opera -Related Topic: Warehouse Kawasaki -Related Topic: Kowloon City Arcade Walkthrough -Related Topic: Kowloon Walled City -Related Topic: The Robot Restaurant -Related Topic: Robot Restaurant Show -Related Film: Ju-On: The Grudge -Related Film: Zebraman -Related Film: Forbidden Siren -Related Film: Why Don't You Play in Hell? -Related Film: Land of Hope -Related Film: Cure -Related Film: Tokyo Sonata -Related Film: Tokyo Vampire Hotel -Related Topic: Shibuya 109 -Related Song: Doridori -Related Anime: Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann -Related Film: Versus -Related Clip: The Goosh-Goosh Scene -Related Film: Kill Bill Vol. 1 -Related Film: Game of Death -Related Film: Hamilton -Related Film: Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs -Related Film: Suicide Club -Related Song: Mail Me -Related Song: Pikadon -Related Clip: Toothpaste Commercial Scene -Related Film: Love Exposure -Related Film: Rosemary's Baby Next Time: The Girl Next Door (2007)
Episode 049: Phantom of the Paradise (1974)
EIn this episode, we continue our time wrapping up the year with some focus on Musicals. Jason's pick leads us to our first go at a Brian De Palma film as we check our Phantom of the Paradise from 1974. Between digging in with all the many and varied music references amid genre spanning songs, we also get a bit into how the film may or may not have been overshadowed by a little movie called the Rocky Horror Picture Show. But before all that, Michael bridges the gap between our current topic and some recent discussion on zombie flicks by checking out an extra musical on his own. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Draug (2018) -Michael: Anna and the Apocalypse (2017) -Dustin: Footprints (1975) & Honto ni Atta Kowai Hanashi (1991-) Show Notes: -Phantom of the Paradise Trailer -Go check out Severin's House of Psychotic Women Rarities Collection -Related Film: The Rocky Horror Picture Show -Related Film: Frankenstein -Related Topic: Synchronicity -Related Film: Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope -Related Film: Conan the Barbarian -Related Film: Crimewave -Related Artist: Paul Williams -Related Show: Batman The Animated Series -Related Show: The Twilight Zone -Related Song: Teen Angel -Related Song: Leader of the Pack -Related Film: Hedwig and the Angry Inch -Related Story: Faust -Related Band: Led Zepplin -Related Film: Shock Treatment -Related Film: Suspiria -Related Film: Suspiria (2018) -Related Film: Legend of the Stardust Brothers -Related Band: Beach Boys -Related Film: Touch of Evil -Related Topic: TONTO -Related Topic: TONTO's Expanding Head Band -Related Topic: Moog -Related Film: TerrorVision -Related Film: The Cabinet of Dr. Calligari -Related Band: KISS -Related Film: Pyscho -Related Artist: Alice Cooper -Related Story: The Picture of Dorian Gray -Related Song: The Power of Love -Related Documentary: Phantom of the Winnipeg -Related Band: Daft Punk -Related Film: Carrie -Related Film: Inserts -Related Topic: Phil Spector -Related Anime: Gatchaman -Related Band: Sha Na Na -Related Film: Phantom of the Opera (1943) -Related Film: Phantom of the Mall: Eric's Revenge -Related Film: Phantom of the Opera (2004) Next Time: Tokyo Tribe (2014)
Episode 048: Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001)
EIn this episode, we kick off a block focused on Musicals to close out the year. Michael marks his formal return with his pick of Hedwig and the Angry Inch from 2001. Jason questions some of the curiously lacking details that didn't make the jump from stage to film. Dustin digs deep into the film's theme of self-acceptance and offers some alternative interpretations. Michael champions just how ahead of its time the film was. If you'd like our usual whirlwind genre overview, hop back and check out our prior episode on The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Michael: The Mitchells vs. The Machines (2021) & Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (2022) -Dustin: Senritsu Kaiki File Kowasugi! (2012-2015) -Jason: The Untamed (2016) Show Notes: -Hedwig and the Angry Inch Trailer -Go check out Mondo Macabro's Bollywood Horror boxset -Related Film: Repo: The Genetic Opera -Related Film: Phantom of the Paradise -Related Literature: Plato's Symposium -Related Film: Rent -Related Film: Rocky Horror Picture Show -Related Film: Little Shop of Horrors -Related Film: Grease -Related Film: Les Mis Next Time: Phantom of the Paradise (1974)
Quick Cuts Episode 008: Halloween Comfort Films
EIn this special bonus episode of Genre Exposure, Michael returns from his one block hiatus early to get in on the Halloween cheer. This time we're having a casual discussion about our favorite Halloween "comfort" films: the movies that we love to revisit every year around Halloween and that fill us with joy and nostalgia for the season. Before breaking down our lists, we also spend some time highlighting a few first time watches made during the month and take just a bit of time to express collective disappointment with the new Hellraiser and Halloween Ends. Of course, this is all just our opinion. We'd love to hear from you dear listeners as well. What are some of your favorite films to revisit every Halloween? Reach out via email or your social media platform of choice and let us known. From all of us here at Genre Exposure, we'd like to wish you a very Happy Halloween! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) Our Favorite Halloween 2022 First Time Watches: -Dustin: Smile & Deadstream -Michael: My Best Friend's Exorcism & Werewolf by Night & The Munsters -Jason: Pearl & Terrifier 2 Michael's Favorite Halloween Comfort Films: 1) Trick r Treat (2007) 2) The Monster Squad (1987) 3) Horror of Dracula (1958) 4) The Return of the Living Dead (1985) Jason's Favorite Halloween Comfort Films: 1) Dark Night of the Scarecrow (1981) 2) House of 1000 Corpses (2003) 3) Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988) 4) Ghostwatch (1992) Dustin's Favorite Halloween Comfort Films: 1) Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982) 2) Night of the Demons (1988) 3) Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives (1986) 4) Puppet Master II (1990) Show Notes: -Go check out Lovecraft Arts & Sciences -Go check out NecronomiCon -Go check out Count Orlock's Nightmare Gallery -Go check out The Poe Museum -Go check out the Mothman Museum -Related Film: The Mothman Prophecies -Go check out Bunker 304 -Related Band: Blitzkid -Related Film: Hellraiser (2022) -Related Film: The Night House -Related Film: The Ritual -Related Film: Evil Dead II -Related Film: Halloween Ends -Related Film: Christine -Related Show: Andor -Related Author: Grady Hendrix -Go check out Paperbacks from Hell -Related Film: X -Related Film: MaXXXine -Related Film: Dark Glasses -Related Film: Opera -Related Film: The Card Player -Related Film: The Sadness -Related Film: Duel -Related Show: Twin Peaks -Related Film: Robocop -Related Show: Stranger Things -Related Film: Devils Rejects -Related Film: 3 From Hell -Related Band: Bauhaus -Related Film: The Satanic Rites of Dracula -Related Film: Captain Kronos: Vampire Hunter -Related Film: Starcrash -Related Film: Dead of Night -Related Film: Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers -Related Film: Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter -Related Film: Highway to Hell -Related Film: Friday the 13th Part 2 -Related Film: Friday the 13th: A New Beginning -Related Song: The Cramps – Surfin Dead -Related Song: 45 Grave – Party Time -Related Song: The Flesh Eaters – Eyes Without a Face -Related Show: The Walking Dead -Related Haunting: The Enfield Poltergeist -Related Film: The Conjuring 2 -Related Film: Paranormal Activity -Related Film: The Blair Witch Project -Related Film: Xtro
Episode 047: The Sadness (2021)
EIn this episode, we wrap up our Extreme Horror extravaganza for October with a listener episode that's still on topic. Diving back into our list from the start of this block, we decided to go with a modern example of the subgenre and this led us to check out Rob Jabbaz's The Sadness from 2021. Jason seeks for the good in the film and looks at it from a perspective of celebrating gore films. Less impressed, Dustin slices the film apart while weighing it against its reputation and hype. We also return to our age old debate of what counts as a zombie film. And so much more! Special thanks to Abe for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at [email protected] or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Hate Crime (2012) -Dustin: The Werewolf Game: Death Game's Operator (2020) Show Notes: -The Sadness Trailer -Related Comic: Crossed -Related Film: The Crazies -Related Film: 28 Days Later -Related Film: One Cut of the Dead -Related Film: Train to Busan -Related Film: Diary of the Dead -Related Film: Dawn of the Dead (2004) -Related Video: Fantasia Premiere Q&A -Related Film: Return of the Living Dead -Related Film: Lone Wolf and Cub -Related Film: Truth or Dare -Related Film: Smile -Related Film: A Serbian Film -Related Film: Zombie -Related Film: Night of the Living Dead -Related Show: The Walking Dead -Related Film: Psycho -Related Film: The Ebola Syndrome -Related Film: I Spit on Your Grave -Related Film: The Nightingale Next Time: Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001)
Episode 046: Mermaid in the Manhole (1988)
EIn this episode, we continue our Extreme Horror extravaganza with Dustin's regular trip to Japan, circling us back around to the first episode to talk a bit more in depth about the infamous Guinea Pig series. Join us as we check out Hideshi Hino's Mermaid in the Manhole which may be the fourth, fifth or sixth entry in the series depending on who you talk to (and don't worry, we get into all that too). We also dive into and discuss a bit about both the career of Hideshi Hino and the ero guro subgenre. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: For All Mankind (2022) -Dustin: Curse of the Puppet Master (1998) Show Notes: -Mermaid in the Manhole Trailer -Related Topic: Guinea Pig Series -Related Mangaka: Hideshi Hino -Related Label: Unearthed Films -Related Film: American Guinea Pig: Bouquet of Guts and Gore -Related Film: Devil's Experiment -Related Film: Flower of Flesh and Blood -Related Film: He Never Dies -Related Film: Android of Notre Dame -Related Film: Devil Woman Doctor -Related Film: August Underground -Related Topic: Doujinshi -Related Topic: Garo Magazine -Related Mangaka: Suehiro Maruo -Related Film: Hideshi Hino's Theater of Horror -Go check out Star Fruit Books -Related Topic: Ero Guro -Related Film: Shivers -Related Film: Crimes of the Future -Related Artist: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi -Related Artist: Utagawa Kuniyoshi -Related True Crime: Sada Abe Incident of 1936 -Related Film: Shogun's Joy of Torture -Related Film: Horrors of Malformed Men -Related Film: Blind Beast -Related Author: Edogawa Ranpo -Related Film: Strange Circus -Related Artist: H.R. Giger -Related Film: Squirmfest -Related Artist: Shintaro Kago -Related Film: Toshio Maeda -Related Film: Uziga Waita -Related Film: Urotsukidoji -Related Article: Evelyn Wang on eroguro via DazedDigital -Related Film: Color Me Blood Red -Related Film: Tomie Rebirth -Related Film: Akira -Related Film: Splash -Related Film: Street Trash Next Time: The Sadness (2021)
Episode 045: Angst (1983)
EIn this episode, we continue our Extreme Horror odyssey with Jason's pick taking us back to the early 80s to check out a film that trades in overt shock value for disturbing themes and ideas that will linger long after the credits roll. Join us as we check out Angst from 1983. Jason falls in love with the cinematography and champions the film's influential style. Dustin struggles to articulate why the film didn't quite work for him but finds appreciation for its many true crime connections. But before all that, we discuss a pair of of wildly different but equally sleazy 70s horror flicks. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: The Beast in Heat (1977) -Dustin: Blood Ceremony (1973) Show Notes: -Angst Trailer -Stream Angst on Tubi -Go check out the Blu-Ray Outlaw on TikTok and Instagram -Related Director: Gaspar Noe -Related True Crime: Richard Ramirez -Related Film: A Serbian Film -Related Film: Funny Games -Related Film: Man Bites Dog -Related True Crime: Ted Bundy -Related Game: Night Trap -Related Film: Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer -Related True Crime: Werner Kniesek -Related True Crime: Peter Kurten The Vampire of Dusseldorf -Related Film: Irreversible -Related Film: Enter the Void -Related Film: Possession Next Time: Mermaid in the Manhole (1988)
Episode 044: A Serbian Film (2010)
EIn this episode, the Halloween season is upon us. While Michael enjoys a slight hiatus, Jason and Dustin delve down into the darkest depths to spend all month talking about Extreme Horror. Just like last year, we're coming at you with one episode a week all month long. It all kicks off with one of the most infamous and controversial horror films of all time: Srđan Spasojević's A Serbian Film from 2010. Jason navigates discussing the film's touchier subject matter. Dustin tries to understand the age old question regarding whether the film exists purely for shock or if it's a vehicle for some sort of meaningful message. Before we destroy our souls discussing the film, we spend some time giving a whirlwind overview of the subgenre as usual and share what our own personal hardest film watches have been. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Dustin: Blood-C: The Last Dark (2012) -Jason: Gore in Venice (1979) Our Hardest Film Watch: -Jason: Men Behind the Sun (1988) -Dustin: Requiem for a Dream (2000) Show Notes: -A Serbian Film Trailer -Check out Jason talking The Misfits over on The Jacked Up Review Show -Go check out Good Bad Flicks on Gore in Venice -Go check out Full Moon Features Streaming -Related Topic: Extreme Cinema -Related Film: The Poughkeepsie Tapes -Related Film: Silence of the Lambs -Related Film: The Conjuring -Related Film: Audition -Related Film: Old Boy -Related Film: Un Chien Andalou -Related Topic: Torture Porn -Related Film: Grotesque -Related Film: Saw -Related Film: Cannibal Holocaust -Related Film: Blood Feast -Related Film: Salo -Related Film: Ebola Syndrome -Related Film: Untold Story -Related Film: Doctor Lamb -Related Film: Jigoku -Related Film: Guinea Pig: Devil's Experiment -Related Film: Guinea Pig: Flower of Flesh & Blood -Related Film: August Underground -Related Film: Visitor Q -Related Film: Suicide Club -Related Film: Strange Circus -Related Film: Cold Fish -Related Film: Hostel -Related Film: The Green Inferno -Related Film: High Tension -Related Film: Irreversible -Related Film: Martyrs -Related Film: Inside -Related Film: Frontiers -Related Film: Nymphomaniac Vol. 1 & Vol. 2 -Related Film: I Spit on Your Grave -Related Film: Blood Sucking Freaks -Related Film: Last House on the Left -Related Film: Maniac -Related Film: Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer -Related Film: In a Glass Cage -Related Film: Nekromantik -Related Film: Ilsa: She Wolf of the SS -Related Film: Combat Shock -Related Film: Eraserhead -Related Film: Tetsuo: The Iron Man -Related Film: Man Bites Dog -Related Film: Island of Death -Related Film: Watership Down -Related Show: Twin Peaks -Related Film: Videodrome -Related Film: Ichi the Killer -Related Film: Guilty of Romance -Related Film: Squirmfest -Related Film: American Guinea Pig: Bouquet of Guts and Gore Next Time: Angst (1983)
Episode 043: The Righteous (2021)
EIn this episode, Jason and Dustin band together to check out another listener episode while Michael goes on temporary hiatus. Join us in wishing him all the best and await his return later before the end of the year. This time, we're looking at Mark O'Brien's powerful art house horror flick The Righteous shot in gorgeously stark black and white. Jason celebrates the classical style of the film. Meanwhile, Dustin goes down the rabbit hole to tackle the film's religious horror angle. Before all that, we go on a spree, talking about some recent new horror flicks we've enjoyed. And so much more! Special thanks to Collin for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at [email protected] or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: The Black Phone (2022) -Dustin: Watcher (2022) & Nope (2022) Show Notes: -The Righteous Trailer -Go check out Unsung Horrors' Third Annual #horrorgivesback Charity Challenge -Related Film: The Innocents -Related Film: Hereditary -Related Film: Coming Home in the Dark -Related Film: The Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring -Related Film: The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King -Related Film: Brimstone -Related Topic: Book of Revelation -Related Topic: Book of Job -Related Topic: Jung's Answer to Job -Related Film: Saint Maud -Related Film: Seventh Seal -Related Film: Hour of the Wolf -Related Film: The Night of the Hunter Next Time: A Serbian Film (2010)
Episode 042: Ludo (2020)
EIn this episode, we wrap up our focus on Indian cinema for the time being. After the highs of Tumbad and the lows of 13B, Dustin brings a quirky black comedy crime film hoping to lift his co-hosts spirits and drag the group across the finish line. Join us as we delve into Anurag Basu's Ludo from 2020. Michael has some harsh criticism for the depictions of several members among the central cast. Jason gets completely lost in the film and struggles to even discuss the plot. Dustin fights through the chaos to champion the merits that made the movie such an enjoyable experience. But before all that, we have dueling shout outs to the Star Trek franchise and the dated but still running American comic book series Spawn. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Michael: She Will (2021) -Dustin: Asura Girl: A Blood-C Tale (2017) -Jason: Orphan: First Kill (2022) Show Notes: -Ludo Trailer -Go check out Halloweenapalooza -Related Film: Pulp Fiction -Related Film: Waterworld -Related Topic: Ludo -Related Topic: Mahabharata -Related Song: O Betaji O Bbuji -Related Film: Dead of Night -Related Comic: Spawn -Related Film: Love Exposure -Related Film: Lucky Number Slevin -Related Film: Clash of the Titans -Related Actor: Shah Rukh Khan -Related Show: Power Rangers -Related Topic: Yama -Related Topic: Chitragupta -Related Topic: Diwali -Related Film: Adrenaline Drive -Related Film: Life in a Metro -Related Film: The Apartment -Related Film: Inglorious Basterds Next Time: The Righteous (2021)
Quick Cuts Episode 007: Pink Rabbit (2022)
EIn this special bonus episode of Genre Exposure, Jason and Dustin team up to deep dive on the brand new horror film Pink Rabbit. Shot by a two-person crew on a micro-budget, Pink Rabbit is a feminist fantasy horror film that transcends its production value to deliver an enjoyably thought provoking experience. The story follows Martha during her daily work routine when an encounter with the titular Pink Rabbit plunges her into a series of bloody quests fighting her way back home to her son. From the start, we have hoped to use the podcast as a platform to spread the love for filmmaking and so we appreciate being offered the opportunity to watch something new and also help push more eyes towards checking it out. Be sure to hit up the show notes below to follow the links so you can check out Pink Rabbit for yourself and show some love to the filmmakers. We'd also like to thank Zetkin Yikilmis for reaching out to us about the film and giving us the opportunity to screen it ahead of its release. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) Show Notes: -Pink Rabbit Trailer -Keep track of the film at its Official Site -Pre-Order Pink Rabbit VOD via iTunes -Follow the film on Facebook -Follow the filmmakers on Instagram -Related Film: Planet Zee -Go check out Planet Zee on Tubi -Related Film: Some Smoke and a Red Locker -Related Film: Street Trash -Related Film: The House by the Cemetery -Related Film: Evil Dead II -Related Film: Wrong Turn -Related Film: Puppet Master -Related Show: The Dukes of Hazzard -Related Fiction: Alice in Wonderland -Related Film: Beetlejuice -Related Cartoon: Looney Tunes -Related Film: It -Related Film: Don't Look Now -Related Film: Spookies -Related Film: Carrie -Related Show: Star Trek -Related Film: Day of the Dead -Related Film: H. P. Lovecraft's Dreams in the Witch-House -Related Film: Triangle -Related Film: Tag -Related Film: Run Lola Run
Episode 041: 13B: Fear Has a New Address (2009)
EIn this episode, we continue our exploration of Indian cinema with a blind pick from Jason leading us to check out Vikram Kumar's 13B: Fear Has a New Address (also known as Yavarum Nalam) from 2009. While normally we bank on our varied tastes and interests to lead us to differing viewpoints on a film and thus, ultimately, a more balanced discussion, this is a rare time where we all walked out in the same place. Jason struggles to find the good in the film and theorizes how the concept could have been better capitalized on. Dustin accuses the film of committing his worst sin in movie making. Michael relates his own comical struggles with finishing the movie. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Michael: Light & Magic (2022) -Dustin: Baby Oopsie (2021) -Jason: Redline (2009) Show Notes: -13B: Fear Has a New Address Trailer -Go check out Darkside Releasing -Related Film: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves -Related Film: Poltergeist -Related Film: Insidious -Related Film: Ringu -Related Film: The Omen -Related Film: Kill Baby Kill -Related Film: Psycho -Related Film: The Twilight Zone -Related Film: Child's Play 2 -Related Film: Brimstone Next Time: Ludo (2020)
Episode 040: Tumbbad (2018)
EIn this episode, we take our first stab at focusing exclusively on some world cinema for a block as Michael launches us into a series on Indian cinema. It all kicks off with an amazing slice of period horror that weaves a generation spanning tale of greed. Join us as we check out Rahi Anil Barve's Tumbbad from 2018. Jason praises the visual design of the monstrous entities in the film. Michael celebrates the stylistic parallels to the works of Guillermo del Toro. Dustin dares to claim that this might be one of those rare few features worth calling a perfect movie. Before all that, we set up as usual with a whirlwind overview of Indian cinema to guide discussion. Please pardon us as we stumble through some names and terminology. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Thoroughbreds (2017) -Michael: The Quarry (2020) -Dustin: Thor: Love and Thunder (2022) Show Notes: -Tumbbad Trailer -Go check out Live, Laugh, Kill -Go check out This is GWAR on Shudder -Stream Tumbbad on Amazon Prime -Related Film: RRR -Related Topic: Lumiere Brothers -Related Topic: Parallel Cinema -Related Film: Darti Kelal -Related Film: Neecha Nagar -Related Film: Nagarik -Related Film: Do Bigha Zamin -Related Films: Apu Trilogy -Related Film: Pather Panchali -Related Film: Aradhana -Related Film: Sachaa Jhutha -Related Film: Kati Patang -Related Film: Daag -Related Topic: Salim–Javed -Related Film: Zanjeer -Related Film: Deewaar -Related Topic: Bollywood -Related Topic: Masala film -Related Story: Mahabharata -Related Story: Ramayana -Related Film: Khalnayak -Related Film: Gardish -Related Topic: Rasa -Related Film: Rang De Basanti -Related Film: Footloose -Related Topic: Parsi Theatre -Related Film: Coolie -Related Film: Bombay -Related Author: Shripad Narayan Pendse -Related Film: The Devil's Backbone -Related Film: The Orphanage -Related Topic: British Occupation of India -Related Film: The Evil Dead -Related Film: Suspiria -Related Film: Keoma -Related Author: Clive Barker -Related Anthology: Books of Blood -Related Game: Assassin's Creed -Related Film: Assassin's Creed -Related Film: Jaws -Related Film: Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back Next Time: 13B: Fear Has a New Address (2009)
Episode 039: It Follows (2014)
EIn this episode, we dig deep into the mailbag to check out the first listener suggestion the podcast ever received. This leads us back to show-favorite director David Robert Mitchell and his landmark 2014 horror film It Follows. Jason champions the film's classical aesthetics. Dustin focuses in on the varying interpretations of what "It" actually is. Michael returns to the topic of nightmare logic and draws some interesting parallels to prior episodes of the show. And so much more! Special thanks to Robert for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at [email protected] or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation. Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022) -Dustin: Island of Death (1976) -Michael: The Bob's Burgers Movie (2022) Show Notes: -It Follows Trailer -Stream It Follows on Netflix -Go Check out the Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Related Film: The Myth of the American Sleepover -Related Film: Nope -Related Film: Halloween -Related Film: Rear Window -Related Film: The Burbs -Related Musician: Disasterpiece -Related Film: Come True -Related Film: Killers from Space -Related Film: Under the Silver Lake -Related Film: The Evil Dead -Related Poem: The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock -Related Film: A Nightmare on Elm Street -Related Novel: The Idiot -Related Film: Society -Related Show: The Good Place -Related Film: Ringu -Related Novel: The Old Man and the Sea Next Time: Tumbbad (2018)