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The ghosts of your horror movie club explore a different sub-genre each month! Featuring creators from the spooky community, stoner filmmaker DeVaughn Taylor & film journalist Garrett McDowell discuss the recurring motifs of various sub-genres and what makes the best genre films work. New episodes every Tuesday! NOTE: We recommend starting at Season 2 (Ep60) as that's when Garrett joined and began our current format. Season 1 was the experimental phase and before DeVaughn got better at editing haha NOTE: The first 99 episodes, we were under the "Bloody Blunts" name. Season 3 is where we continue on as "Specter Cinema", though the show itself does not change.
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Time to trade in our microphones for a TV script as we discuss Perfect Blue directed by Satoshi Kon. Amber T ( Fangoria ) returns to talk Japanese pop idols, parasocial relationships, doubles, and who controls an artist's legacy. Don't worry, we're real! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Amber on social media: Instagram Bluesky Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Just in time for its 4K IMAX re-release, the boys sit down to discuss Akira directed by Katsuhiro Otomo. We're talking the intricate animation process, the corruption of great power, and the horrors of the youth growing up in an increasingly fascist society. KANEDA!!! TETSUO!!! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Ruh roh, boys have woken up in a world of animation this month! We're kicking things off talking Scooby Doo on Zombie Island directed by Jim Stenstrum. We're talking gateway horror and the enduring legacy of the Scooby Doo franchise. Like zoinks, those are some hot peppers! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Leaving 1986 with a bang, the boys are singin about Little Shop of Horrors directed by Frank Oz. William O. Tyler ( Tannis Comix ) to discuss how the story varies between its mediums, giant puppets, and the iconic performances from Rick Moranis and Ellen Greene. Feed us, listeners! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt William on social media: Bluesky Patreon Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Don't change that dial, we got another classic coming to ya as we discuss The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 directed by Tobe Hooper. We're talking the sequel's new tone, an underrated Final Girl, and how Hooper chose to follow-up one of the most iconic horror films of all-time. The saw is family! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
It's time to enter the mind of a demented killer as we discuss Manhunter directed by Michael Mann. Steph McKenna ( Evolution of Horror, The Writing Life ) joins the show to discuss the film as a book adaptation, psychological terror, and how Michael Mann's sensibilities translate to horror. It's just you and me now, sport! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Steph on social media: Bluesky Links to Work Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Hop in your telepod, I mean time machine and dial it up to 1986! We're kicking off a month of anniversaries with The Fly directed by David Cronenberg. The boys discuss gooey body horror, the dangers of hubris & ego, and Cronenberg's artistic legacy. Cheeseburger! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Caught ya with a giallo twist! The boys are closing out the month with a more recent gem Reflection in a Dead Diamond directed by Hélène Cattet & Bruno Forzani. We're talking Euro spy thrillers, legacy, and how style is substance. Can you peel the skin mask off of a podcast? Give it a try! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
We're back at it with another giallo heavy-hitter as we discuss Opera directed by Dario Argento. We're talking the state of the sub-genre in the 80s, the insane set-pieces, and Argento's meta approach to artistic legacy. Don't be a dick to ravens! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Week 2 of Giallo July has us back in folk horror territory as we discuss Don't Torture a Duckling directed by Lucio Fulci. Joining us is long-time listener Chrishaun Baker to tackle themes of small-town ostracization, darkness within the Catholic church, and the corruption of young children. This film has only one scene of titties and it's not as sexy as most giallo! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Chrishaun on social media: Twitter Letterboxd Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Leather gloves, naked bodies, and kinky kills; get ready for a hot Hot Giallo Summer! The boys kick off their exploration of the Italian horror sub-genre discussing Torso directed by Sergio Martino. We're discussing voyeurism, gender politics, and breaking down the core elements that make a Giallo film. Things are about to get phallic! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Time to unlock your psychic abilities! Mae Shults ( Pleasers & Punishers ) to discuss The Serpent's Skin directed by the prolific Alice Maio Mackay. We're talking trans identity, harnessing your queer power, and a very sapphic romance. Just be careful not to pop anyone's brain! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Mae on social media: Bluesky Music on Bandcamp Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Time to throw on a jock-strap and head to WeHo as the boys discuss Hellbent directed by Paul Etheredge-Ouzts. We're talking queer friend group dynamics, the vulnerability in cruising, and this film's growing legacy as the first openly gay slasher. We love an ass in blue! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Ope, DeVaughn did it again; we're another Jim Carrey movie that's not really horror! The boys head back to Gotham City to talk Batman Forever directed by Joel Schumacher. We're talkin Val Kilmer's portrayal of the Dark Knight, the duality of many characters, and how Dr. Chase Meridian is the horniest psychiatrist of all time. JOYGASM! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Time to throw on that red, leather jacket as we discuss Freaky directed by Christopher Landon. Joining the boys is freelance write Bee Delores ( B-Sides & Badlands ) to discuss the queer implications in this body swap flick. We're talking using slasher tropes, body-swapped performances, and debate over modern Scream Queen Kathryn Newton. We're not here to clam-jam with you! Apologies for some warbled sound quality! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Bee on social media: Bluesky B-Sides & Badlands Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
You already know what time of the year it is, Pride Month baby! We're kicking things off with The Invisible Man directed by queer godfather James Whale. We discuss Claude Raines' iconic vocal performance, themes of queer repression, and how the incredible effects still dazzle us 93 years later. This movie will never fade away! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Time to close out the month celebrating DeVaughn and Colin Farrell's birthday as we discuss The Killing of a Sacred Deer directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. Talking the impeccable performances, the concept of Martin's curse, themes of accountability, and if this is Yorgos' masterpiece. It's that critical moment we all knew would come! We had a microphone error, apologies Garrett doesn't sounds as clean as usual! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
The boys tackle Bugonia , the most recent film by Yorgos Lanthimos. Joining Garrett & DeVaughn is writer Alex A. Pagliuca to discuss Emma Stone & Jesse Plemons' performances, the bleak tone, and the changes made from it's original source material Save the Green Planet! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Alex on social media: Bluesky Patreon Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Y'all thought we were done with Frankenstein adaptations!? We had to circle back around to discuss Poor Things directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. Mae Shults returns to discuss body autonomy, the luscious production design, Emma Stone's liberated performance, and Yorgos' prestige reputation up to this point. Put the podcast on during your furious jumping! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Mae on social media: Bluesky Music on Bandcamp Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
It's DeVaughn's birthday month and we're gettin real weird with Yorgos Lanthimos; kicking things off with his 3rd film Dogtooth . We're talking the director's signature style, exploration of taboos, and deciding if this movie is a musical or not. How about a podcast episode of endurance? New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitter Bluesky Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Bluesky Twitter TikTok Instagram Letterboxd YouTube Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
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