10xTheTERROR

In this episode James goes solo to discuss his take on the new 2022 American splatter slasher film Terrifier 2,, Of which Paul had no interest and Gwen was too scared to see . W ritten, directed, edited, and produced by Damien Leone. It is a sequel to Terrifier, and is the third feature-length film to feature Art the Clown. 

In this episode Paul discusses the many roles played by the character Dr. Fu Manchu such as Boris Karloff and Christopher Lee. In light of the newly released Blu Ray of Mysterious Dr. Fu Manchu and Return of Dr. Fu Manchu both directed by Rowland V. Lee and starring Warner Oland prompts us to discuss the excitement of these stories inspired by the short stories as well as look at some of the probl...

Happy Halloween! Today we have a special episode in honor of our favorite frightful holiday and Gwen and James give their two cents on Halloween Ends and the whole reboot trilogy. Bringing back Jamie Lee Curtis, Will Patton, and Kyle Richards. Directed by David Gordon Green we get the final installment of Michael Myers in this 2022 horror film.

In this episode James and Paul discuss the 1941 version of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde , starring Spencer Tracy, Ingrid Bergman, and Lana Turner. They discuss how this remake differentiates from the Oscar-winning 1931 version starring Fredric March and why it stands as it's own unique take on the famous novella. 

On this episode Danny joins James and Paul to discuss in honor of it's 40th anniversary The Thing ! How John Carpenter's classic horror flick was not the hit today it was when it came out and how it has risen to a horror classic.

In this episode we have special guest and family member Lis joining Paul and James as they discuss the award winning horror film Silence of the Lambs , Directed by Jonathan Demme,  starring Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins.

In this episode Gwen, Paul and James discuss the Salem Witch Trials and how such mass hysteria played into the A24 film The Witch directed by Robert Eggers and starring Anya Taylor-Joy. What potentially influence the one year witch hunt that has become so well known 300 years later along with some other works of art that have been inspired by this horrendous event.

In this episode Paul and Gwen discuss the Amityville Horror and the story that inspired the novel and movie. We reference the book Behind the Horror: True Stories That Inspired Horror Movies (True Crime Uncovered) by Dr. Lee Mellor as well as other paranormal films that claim to be based on real life events.

In this episode James, Paul and Gwen discuss the new horror thriller Barbarian, written and directed by Zach Cregger and starring Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgård, Justin Long. A wild ride this film was a lot of fun! Currently in theaters and highly recommended to see on the big screen in a crowded theater!

In this episode Paul and James discuss the blockbuster horror film Jaws. The film was rereleased in theaters this past Labor Day weekend and seeing it again on the big screen they discuss how this epic film shook waves for summer blockbuster hits.

In this episode Paul and James discuss the newest film in the Predator franchise, Prey now streaming on Hulu. Set in the world of the Comanche Nation' 300 years ago, this prequel takes a whole new approach. The film stars Amber Midthunder and is directed by Dan Trachtenberg.

In this episode, Paul and James discuss Jordan Peele's latest horror film NOPE. Starring Daniel Kaluuya, Keke Palmer, Brandon Perea, Michael Wincott and Steven Yeun this exciting and spectacular new horror film does not disappoint! Peele shows his wealth of horror knowledge and delivers and blockbuster summer horror film we all needed post pandemic.

In this episode, James and Paul discuss the genre of Post Modern Horror films. When that started and how it was influenced in both society and world wars. Where the fluidity of it reaches in different creative ways and some of the most memorable films and ideas to reflect this genre.

In this episode, Paul discusses the lengthy series of films Universal put out of Sherlock Holmes, starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce. How they integrated with their Horror films and the way they moved the Holmes films into the Horror genre.

In this episode Paul goes through the classic Universal Classic films and what has made them timeless as well as the three major mythology themes that influenced them. 

In this episode Paul and Gwen go through the career of Basil Rathbone. An English actor who played so many roles from Shakespeare to Swashbuckler villains to Universal Horror and then most notably as Sherlock Holmes in what is not an iconic role. We discuss his career, his many achievements, and how his beloved role of Holmes became a typecast nightmare.

In this episode, Paul, James and Gwen discuss two films of this year that have death with the multiverse! Dr. Strange and the Mutliverse of Madness and Everything Everywhere All at Once, how these films each addressed such a complex concept along with what was successful and what was lacking.

In this episode Paul, James and Gwen discuss how the infamous The Twilight Zone series was influenced by the horrific murder of Emmet Till. How it impacted Rod Serling and the steps he took to address such cruelty and racism and the different measures he too to eventually come upon The Twilight Zone as a way to address the issues of discrimination and racism in America.

In this episode we have the privilege of an interview with our guest Kate McCarthy, wife of the late Kevin McCarthy who is most notably known as the star in the 1956 film Invasion of the Body Snatchers. In this episode we get to hear great stories of his life, how they met and some of his many roles including Death of a Salesman in which he was nominated for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for the...

In this episode Paul covers Producer Val Lewton and his many creative and innovative horror films. The mark he made in cinema along with his most memorable films such as Cat People, I Walked with a Zombie, Bedlam, The 7th Victim and more.

In this episode Paul and James discuss the sub genre of folk horror, how it came to be and what key films helped fuel it. Discussing original films fueling this genre such as Witchfinder General and The Blood on Satan's Claw to The Wicker Man and more recently M idsommar .

In this episode we get a run down of Entertainment Comics, more commonly known as EC Comics, an American comic book publisher. This episode covers how EC comics came about, the different types ranging from horror to sci-fi to crime stories and why they were so good but also so controversial in the time of McCarthy era.

In this episode, Paul, James and Gwen discuss the newly release Souther Baptist report of abuse and misconduct. Including over 200 pages, 700 victims and 400 people of religious stature that caused this abuse. Paul being a retired Pastor of almost 40 years discusses the history of the fundamentalist, baptist, evangelical group has become stemming from 19th century germany and why they have gone do...

In this episode Paul and James discuss the new A24 film "Men", Starring. Jessie Buckley. Rory Kinnear. Dive into the plot and themes of this creepy and very aware new horror film out and as we all know, spoiler alerts!

In this episode, Paul Leggett discusses what drew him to horror tales and movies from when he was young. How that impacted him as he became a minister for almost 40 years and why he loves the genre so much.