SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers

In a continued celebration of the 25th anniversary of "Scream," Ryan is joined by Rodrigo Holthausen Kurtz, who is the creator and administrator of "HelloSidney.com." The conversation between Ryan and Rodrigo spans from a historical perspective of the series, secrets as a "Scream" content creator, and what the future looks like for "Scream" and the fandom. Additionally, Amar Karim joins Ryan in the prologue of this episode to discuss new footage released by Paramount for the new "Scream" movie. Introduction Recap of New Scream Featurette with Amar Karim Guest Questions HelloSidney.com The Night Ryan and Rod Met Neve Campbell Reflection on the 25 Years: The legacy of "Scream" as a film series Speed Round Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS Instagram: @ ScreamWithRCS Facebook: @ ScreamWithRCS Ryan Twitter: @ ScreamWithRCS Guest Twitter: @HelloSidney Guest Twitter: @AmarKarim

In celebration of the 25th anniversary, Marianne Maddalena joins Ryan as a special guest. Maddalena was a producer on "Scream," "Scream 2," "Scream 3," "Scream 4," and the upcoming "Scream" (2022). Join Ryan and Marianne for an intimate discussion about the franchise history, behind the scenes memories, working with Wes Craven, and the perspective of someone who had a hand in making the horror franchise over the past 25 years. Introduction Role as a Producer in Scream 1, 2, 3, and 4 Career with Wes Craven The Scream Trio What Makes Scream Special Favorite Scene and Aspect of Each "Scream" Film Scream Memories What to Expect Scream (2022) Speed Round Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS Instagram: @ ScreamWithRCS Facebook: @ ScreamWithRCS Ryan Twitter: @ ScreamWithRCS Guest Twitter: @mmaddalena

In a continuation of the Top 5 Performances miniseries for SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers, this episode will evaluate the acting and performances given in "Scream 3." Join Ryan and guest Brittany Cosby as they rank, compare, and contrast the top five best performances in the third film. They will additionally name the worst examples of acting in "Scream 3." They talk Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox-Arquette, David Arquette, Patrick Dempsey, Parker Posey, Scott Foley, Liev Schrieber, and more. Introduction Get to Know the Guest Ryan's Top 5 Performances Brittany's Top 5 Performances Worst Performance in Scream 3 Scream Speed Round with the Guest Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS Guest Twitter: @brittany_cosby

One of the underrated technical aspects to the "Scream" film series is the music. The original scores composed by Oscar-nominated composer Marco Beltrami in the first four films add significant emotional weight to the dramatic story and the quality of suspense. Join Ryan and guest Will Mavity, an expert in film scores from NextBestPicture.com, discuss Beltrami's work in "Scream," "Scream 2," "Scream 3," and "Scream 4." Introduction Get to Know the Guest Original Scores in Film; Will is the expert. Marco Beltrami Career Scream 1 Score Scream 2 Score Scream 3 Score Scream 4 Score Scream Speed Round with the Will Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS Guest Twitter: @mavericksmovies

"'I'll send you a copy.' Bam. Bitch went down. 'I'll send you a copy.' Bam! Sid, super bitch." Tatum Riley blazed across the screens and into our hearts in the original "Scream" film. Rose McGowan's spunky, human portrayal of Sidney's best friend has made waves through the fandom and remains one of the most popular characters in the franchise history. Join Ryan and guest David Gary for a discussion about Tatum, her iconic death scene, and McGowan as a figure in the "Scream" legacy. Introduction Get to Know the Guest Tatum Characterization – Personality, Friend to Sidney, Clothing Garage Death Scene Rose McGowan's Performance and Career Scream Speed Round with the Guest Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Instagram: @thedavidgary

In a new miniseries for SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers, the podcast will evaluate the acting and performances given in each of the four "Scream" films. First up is "Scream 4." Join Ryan and guest Scott Nelson as they rank, compare, and contrast the top five best performances in the fourth film. They will additionally name the worst examples of acting in "Scream 4." They talk Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, David Arquette, Emma Roberts, Hayden Panettiere, Alison Brie, Marley Shelton, and more. SHOW NOTES Introduction Get to Know the Guest Ryan's Top 5 Performances Scott's Top 5 Performances Worst Performances in Scream 4 Scream Speed Round with the Guest Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS Ryan Guest Twitter: @scottVnelson

In this week's "SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers," Ryan and contributor Amar Karim will briefly share thoughts on the new "Scream" (2022) featurette released last week. In addition, the main topic of this episode is screentime data for "Scream," "Scream 2," "Scream 3," and "Scream 4." A year in a half ago long before he started this podcast, Ryan C. Showers ventured on a project to capture screentime data for every character in each of the four "Scream" films. In this episode, "SCREAM" with Ryan C. Showers will cover the results. Join Ryan and guest Matthew Stewart (screentime expert of ScreenTimeCentral.com and Gold Derby) as they analyze the screentime among the lead and supporting roles in each. Introduction Quick Thoughts On "Scream" (2022) Featurette with Amar Karim Get to Know Matthew Stewart Explanation of Screentime Data Method Recap of Scream 1 Screentimes and Analysis Recap of Scream 2 Screentimes and Analysis Recap of Scream 3 Screentimes and Analysis Recap of Scream 4 Screentimes and Analysis Scream Speed Round with Matthew Stewart Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS Guest Twitter: @MatthewAStewart Contributor Twitter: @AmarKarim

Jill Roberts of Woodsboro, a girl who has lifted all of our spirits tonight. An American hero, right out of the movies." Arguably, Jill Roberts may be the most shocking killer ever to be revealed from beneath the Ghostface costume. She also boasts a motive that was ahead of the time of "Scream 4," which only increases her longevity as a icon in horror circles. Join Ryan and guest Zach Gilbert to discuss the "Scream 4" killers, Jill and her accomplice, Charlie Walker. Introduction Get to Know the Guest Charlie's Characterization The Obvious Guy Obsessed Movie Nerd (Recycled Idea) Lust with Kirby and Jill Emma Roberts's Career Jill Before the Finale Jill After the Finale Social Media Culture Hospital Sequence Self-Mutilation Scream Speed Round with the Guest Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @zachgilbert

Happy Halloween, Screamers! Join Ryan, Amar, and Victor for an epic holiday-themed episode, covering updated thoughts on the "Scream" (2022) trailer, a review of "Halloween Kills," a discussion of Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) and Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis), a speed round of rating of each "Halloween" film, an announcement of the "Scream" (1996) digital copy contest winner, and a Q&A with the host and contributors based on fan questions. Introduction Halloween Kills Review Jamie Lee Curtis Screeentime Compare Curtis to Neve Campbell's Screentimes. */10 Rating for Each Halloween Movie Q&A Contest Winner Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS Instagram: @ ScreamWithRCS Facebook: @ ScreamWithRCS Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Contributor Twitter: @AmarKarim Contributor Twitter: @Final_Guy_Vic

"What's your favorite scary movie?" These words literally defined a generation of horror movie fans. And the helm of this question was Drew Barrymore as Casey Becker. No matter who you talk to about "Scream," there is almost not an instance where the 1996 original film is discussed without the resounding adoration for the opening sequence where Casey Becker gets a phone call, watches her boyfriend get murdered, and is fatally attacked herself. It is considered one of the greatest openings to any film in history and set the bar so high, arguably nothing in the "Scream" series has been able to top it. Join Ryan and guest Gerald Morris (host of the "Two Peas on a Pod" podcast) to discuss in-depth, Drew Barrymore's involvement, the shocking opening scene, and the character of Casey Becker. Introduction Get to Gerald Morris Casey Becker, the Infamous Opening Backstory: Drew Barrymore's Involvement in Scream Phone Conversation, Chase, Death What Makes This Scene So Iconic, Scary, and Emotional Scream Speed Round with Gerald Morris Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS Facebook:@ScreamWithRCS Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @TwoPeasOnAPod

After more than a year of pre-production, filming, and post-production, Paramount Pictures has released the trailer for the fifth "Scream" film. Join Ryan, podcast contributor, Amar, and two guests, Joey Moser (journalist at AwardsDaily.com) and Victor Bernal, for coverage of the "Scream" trailer. Listen to our instant reactions of the trailer as we look ahead to the release of the new film. Additionally, make sure to follow the new Twitter handle for the "Scream with Ryan C. Showers" podcast: @ScreamWithRCS. Introduction Change in Twitter New Posters for Scream 2022 Scream 2022 Official Trailer Thoughts Analyzing the Trailer and Predictions Read Tweets Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS Instagram: @ ScreamWithRCS Facebook: @ ScreamWithRCS Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Contributor Twitter: @AmarKarim Guest Twitter: @JoeyMoser83 Guest Twitter: @Final_Guy_Vic

When Wes Craven passed in 2015, many of us thought we would never see another "Scream" film again. However, in 2019, Paramount Pictures announced that Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett (who along with producer Chad Villella make up "Radio Silence") would be the new intrepid directors to direct the fifth entry in the franchise. Earlier in 2019, Matt and Tyler directed the comedic horror film "Ready or Not." The film was successful with critics and at the box office. Join Ryan to discuss "Ready or Not" in depth, and how this film could inform and foreshadow critical aspects of the new "Scream" movie. Matt Neglia, Dan Bayer, and Josh Parham appear as the panel of film critics and reunite with Ryan for the first time since his time at NextBestPicture.com. Introduction Get to Know the Guests Mini Review of Ready or Not Overall Scream 5 Thoughts in General Radio Silence as a Match for the Scream Franchise Aspects of Ready or Not that May Influence Scream 5 Scream Speed Round with the Guest Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Matt Neglia Twitter: @NextBestPicture Dan Bayer Twitter: @dancindanonfilm Josh Parham Twitter: @JRParham

Kirby Reed became one of the most legendary characters in the "Scream" movie franchise when "Scream 4" premiered. To this day, fans are still enthralled by the performance Hayden Panettiere gave as the tomboy, somewhat androgynous horror movie lover. She was ahead of her time. Due to the fact there has never been a confirmation about the status of Kirby's attack, fans regularly debate whether she survived the ending of "Scream 4" or if she died. And "Scream 5" may not even tell us the answer and avoid the topic altogether. Join Ryan and guest TJ Finecey (host of @GothamOutsiders) to discuss Kirby the Great, a once-in-a-lifetime character. Introduction Get to Know TJ Finecey Kirby Reed, the Legendary Character Is Kirby Alive? Characterization Scream 4 Queerness Kirby and Charlie: Gender Role Reversal Scream Speed Round with TJ Finecey Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @Troyfin2 Guest Podcast Twitter: @GothamOutsiders.

Note: We had some minor audio issues with this episode but hope you still enjoy the show - thank you for your support and understanding, everyone! Happy Autumn, Screamers! Join Ryan and Amar for 15th episode of "SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers." Ryan and Amar discuss the spirit of Fall and Halloween, the first round of reviews of "Halloween Kills," and looking ahead to the fifth "Scream" film due for release in January. They also answer questions sent in by fans of the podcast show, and announce the winner of the Twitter contest for free digital copies of "Scream 2" and "Scream 3." Introduction Fall Spirit Halloween Kills Reviews Scream 5 Check-In Original Idea for Scream 5 and 6 Fan Questions Contest Winner Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @AmarKarim

"I'm going to blame the movies. It's cool, huh? It's never been done before." The late 1990s were plagued with a debate, "Do movies encourage violence?" Scream 2 grabbed that issue by the horns and made it a centerpiece in the arc of its narrative. Mickey Altieri's motive is the most unlike any of the other six people under the Ghostface costume. He wanted to have this public debate about violence in cinema. Join Ryan and guest JJ Hodges to discuss Mickey Altieri, his motive, the public discourse, and impact of his reveal as a Ghostface killer. Introduction Get to Know J.J. Hodges "Freaky Tarantino Film Student" The Film Bro Today The Guy Who Is Going to Blame the Movies Messing with Sidney and Derek Film Class Killer Reveal and Finale Scream Speed Round with the J.J. Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @ForComicJunkies

"Hollywood is about death." There were the Woodsboro murders. There were the Winsor College murders. And then there were the Hollywood murders. Join Ryan and guest Beto of the Boys, Booze, and Blood podcast to discuss Hollywood and Los Angeles as the controversial setting for "Scream 3," the commentary on the film industry, and the backstory involving Hollywood over the course of the third film. Introduction Get to Know the Beto Scream 3 Introduction Controversial Aspects for Fans Maureen's Backstory Recap Hollywood as a Setting Hollywood connection to Woodsboro Commentary about the Film Industry Scream Speed Round with Beto Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @BoysBoozeBlood

"What's a matter, Sid? It looks like you've seen a ghost." Scream is unlike other horror franchises. Whereas Michael Myers, Freddy Kruger, and Jason Voorhees are the central figures in each of their film series, "Scream" is separated because it is driven by Sidney Prescott who is haunted by Ghostface. In each film, someone new is revealed to be under the mask. Join Ryan and guest Rene Gonzalez Jr. as they discuss the antagonist at the heart of the "Scream" film series, Ghostface, and the legacy of the famous costume, killers, and voice. Introduction Scream 5 Discussion Get to Know Rene Gonzalez Jr. Ghostface Backstory The Ghostface Legacy in Horror "Ghost" Meaning Ghostface as a Killer and Fighter Ranking of the Killers Scream Speed Round with Rene Gonzalez Jr. Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @ReneTheJr

"It's a lot scarier when there is no motive, Sid." The ones who started it all, Billy Loomis and Stu Macher set the standard of quality for every "Scream" killer who came after them. Join Ryan and guest Bradley Ryan (owner of ScreamQueenShop.com) for a discussion of the two killers from the original "Scream" movie, their motives and legacy within the series, and analysis of their unique relationship as depicted by Skeet Ulrich and Matthew Lillard. Introduction Get to Know the Guest The Legacy of Billy and Stu Billy Stu Killer Reveal and Motives Their Relationship and Gay Subtext Scream Speed Round with the Guest Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Instagram: @ScreamQueenShop Listener Promo for 10% off at ScreamQueenShop: RYANSHOWER

The horror genre oftentimes glosses over the trauma its characters experience. Or horror films depict trauma in the most extreme sense that renders the commentary useless. However, that's not the case with "Scream." Join Ryan and guest Zacary Landolt (host of "In Another World" podcast) to discuss the manner and effectiveness of the way the "Scream" series portrays trauma with its heroine, Sidney Prescott, her mother, Maureen Prescott, and other surviving characters in the series. Introduction Get to Know Zacary Landolt Trauma in Scream vs. Other Horror Films Sidney's Trauma Maureen Prescott's Trauma Gale and Dewey's Trauma Scream Speed Round with Zacary Conclusion Links for Social Media Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @ZacaryWITHnoH Guest Podcast Twitter: @iawpodcast

"It All Began with a Scream" is a new book which recounts a behind-the-scenes history of the "Scream" franchise as told by the people who experienced it first-hand: the cast and crew. Join Ryan for a conversation with the book's author, Padraic Maroney. They discuss the content in the book, the exclusive interviews conducted with cast and crew members, and the production drama that plagued the sets of the first four "Scream" films. Introduction "It All Began with a Scream" with Author Padraic Maroney New Trivia Information and Clarification of Rumors Interviews in the Book Weinstein Chaos Details About the Book Scream Speed Round with Padraic Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @PadraicJacob Book Instagram: @itbeganwithascreambook Publisher Website: https://bearmanor-digital.myshopify.com

Introduction Get to Know Lexi Williams Sidney and Gale as Final Girls Sidney's Love Life The Gender War of the Original Trilogy Sidney v. Misogynists Scream 1: The Girlfriend Killers, Sex, Violence Scream 2: Fighters, Agency, Believing Women Scream 3: #MeToo, the Ultimate Final Girl, Strong Women, Gender Reversals Scream 4: Female Killer, Bechdel Test, Visual Cues, Exclusion of Men Scream Speed Round with Lexi Conclusion Links for Social Media Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @alexiswilli_

Introduction Get to Know Jarrell Corbin Scream 2 Opening Hallie, Sidney's Best Friend Joel, the Camera Man Tyson in Scream 3 Anthony Perkins in Scream 4 Scream Speed Round with Jarrell Corbin Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @Corbinburnsin Guest Podcast Twitter: @WhatNowJR

Introduction Main Show Get to Know Anthony Chambliss Randy's Death Debbie Salt Laurie Metcalf's Performance Mrs. Loomis Legacy as a Killer A "Kavanaugh Mom" Scream Speed Round with Anthony Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @PodcastBlizzy

Introduction Main Show Get to Know the Guest No More "Scream" Films Announcement, Filming, and New Trilogy April 15, 2011 Release The Purpose of Scream 4 Scream 4 vs. The Original Trilogy Scream Speed Round with the Guest Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Instagram: @georgecodey_

Introduction Main Show Get to Know Cody Dericks Pre-Scream 1990s The Scream Era (Scream 1-3) Thumbs up, Thumbs Down I Know What You Did Last Summer Alien: Resurrection Halloween H20 I Still Know What You Did Last Summer The Faculty Urban Legend Bride of Chucky Teaching Mrs. Tingle Final Destination Halloween Resurrection Did Scream Benefit Horror for the Better? Scream 4 Didn't Have an "Era" Will Scream 5 Find an "Era"? Scream Speed Round with Cody Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @codymonster91 Guest Podcast Twitter: @HalloweenersPod

Introduction Main Show Get to Know the Guest Surviving Four Films David Arquette Tweet Sidney/Neve Campbell Gale/Courteney Cox Dewey/David Arquette Hopes for Scream 5 Scream Speed Round with the Guest Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @AmarKarim

Introduction Main Show Get to Know the Guest Melissa Barrera In the Heights Sam Carpenter's Role in Scream 5 Comments in the Press Scream Speed Round Conclusion Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @mschwartz95

Introduction Main Show Getting to Know the Host and Guest News/Updates Courteney Cox Birthday Wish Hopes for Scream 5 Mission Statement Scream Speed Round A Quick Thanks Conclusion Follow Us Links for Social Media Twitter: @ScreamSeriesPod Instagram: @ScreamSeriesPod Facebook: @ScreamSeriesPod Ryan Twitter: @RyanCShowers Ryan Letterboxd: @RyanCShowers Guest Twitter: @showers05