Specter Cinema Club

The boys settle in for a cozy ghost story as we discuss The Changeling directed by Peter Medak. Brian Keiper ( Bloody Disgusting ) joins into discuss grief, heartbreak, and music as a means of communication and legacy. Let Lil Joseph hop on the track, Paul! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we watch some snuff as we dis...

We have sold our souls for rock & roll! The boys are once again joined by musician/podcaster Mae Shults to discuss The Devil's Candy directed by Sean Byrne. We discuss the metal aesthetic influences, Ethan Embry's hot bod, and the rare possession movie without an exorcism. If you play the pod loud enough, you can't hear him! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rat...

We sold our souls to rock & roll! The boys are discussing another from podcast favorite Brian De Palma, Phantom of the Paradise . We're talking Faustian deals, the variety of music stylings, and how far an artist is willing to go for their legacy. New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we shred some more guitar discussin...

Time to discuss the film that inspired this month's theme, Mikey Chu returns to unravel the secrets of The Empty Man directed by David Prior. The boys discuss how this film evolves from an urban legend to pure cosmic horror, as well as theorize on what actually happened. Thought + concentration + time = podcast! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars whil...

Sometimes when you podcast with the devil, it follows you home... We're discussing Ryan Coogler's southern gothic sensation Sinners , which happen to fall perfeclty into our theme this month. The boys discuss racial assimilation, black joy, Coogler's remix of vampire lore, and the power of music. This is a spoiler-filled discussion, so please do yourself a favor and see the film in theaters! New e...

Try to keep your horniness in check as the boys discus Lifeforce directed by Tobe Hooper. We're talking Hooper's unique career, vampire lore, and how the government and military will never be more powerful than boners. Prepare for love on a level you've never felt before! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we sing the va...

3 targets on the Kill List , 3 podcasting boys just trying to make a living. The boys are joined by All-Star Specter Jay Krieger ( Genre Haze, Safe Room Podcasts ) to discuss the part domestic drama/part hitman thriller/part cult ritual/ film by Ben Wheatley. Over the top violence, dark comedy, and confronting the darkness within. Abracadabra! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don'...

New month, new theme! The boys are talking films with the wildest "sub-genre switches", films that keep youy on your toes. Starting off is One Cut of the Dead , a Japanese zombie flick that is not at all what it seems. As per the theme, we reiterate that our conversations are always full spoilers . Pom! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're...

For the culmination of our David Cronenberg coverage, the boys discuss his long anticipated return to genre film Crimes of the Future . We discuss the film as a final thesis project, rapid evolution, and his complicated relationship with the term "body horror". Pain does indeed have a function New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Nex...

Time to plug in, baby! Rocco T. Thompson ( The Lady Killers Podcast ) returns to play a little VR with the boys as we discuss eXistenZ . We're talkin bio-ports, bone guns, video game-ception, and the need/desire to escape into media. Featuring Willem Dafoe as Gas! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we perform sexy surger...

The revolution will be televised...or will it? The boys are joined by Allie Goertz to discuss Videodrome , directed by the man of the month David Cronenberg. We had a wonderfully existential conversation on Cronenberg's prophetic ways and how his fears of technology have only increased over the decades. Plus plenty of talk about flesh guns and the stomachussy. Long live the new flesh! New episodes...

This March, the boys are celebrating the filmography of David Cronenberg for his birthday! First up is his sophomore effort Rabid. We're discussing more epidemic horror, Cronenberg's early directorial style, and his early fascination with holes. Make sure you got that thang (vaccination card) on you! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at...

It's time to close out our "Black (Final) Girl Magic" series withthe most recent entry, Run Sweetheart Run directed by Shana Feste. Zena Dixon ( Bloody Disgusting Podcast ) joins the boys to discuss off-camera violence, gratuitous period blood, and themes of female empowerment/solidarity. Get your 7 outfit changes ready and don't crease the Air Forces! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so...

We're staying in British zombie movie territory as we discuss The Girl With All the Gifts directed by Colm McCarthy. The boys discuss the quiet existentialism of the film and what Melanie stands for within the films, but also as a black female protagonist. No cats were eaten in the recording of this podcast! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while yo...

Before getting the long-awaited third entry later this year, the boys are joined by Mike Brow ( People Under the Scares Podcast ) to discuss 28 Days Later directed by Danny Boyle. We're choppin it up about how well this movie has aged since COVID, Selena's take-no-shit attitude, and the film's lasting impact on the zombie sub-genre. Repopulating the world during an apocalypse still requires consen...

Happy Black History Month! We're kicking off our celebration of Black Final Girls on a silly note as we dive into horror spoofs Scary Movie 1 & 2 directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans. A bit of a different format as we discuss the films through the films they are parodying, while also discussing Brenda as a unique Final Girl and the complicated queer representation of Ray. We all go a little mad som...

DeVaughn assigned Garrett Anything But Jackson to double up on child death grief after talking Don't Look Now . "Watching the Watchlist" is available to our $3 Found Footage tier patrons and higher! If you want to hear the full episode, subscribe on Patreon! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and poll...

For our final installment in our 2024 retrospective series, we're discussing the I Saw the TV Glow directed by Jane Shoenbrun. The boys are joined by Blayne Waterloo ( Eww Hag ) to discuss gender dysphoria, Shoenbrun's singular aesthetic, and how the road to self-actualization can be painful. As Owen would say; we're so sorry! Note: the gender designations of Owen & Maddie are a bit loosey goo...

We're sticking in international waters as we discuss the Irish film Oddity written & directed by Damien McCarthy. The boys are joined by Mike Muncer ( Evolution of Horror Podcast ) to discuss Euro ghost stories, getting the most out of your movie props, and a very unique take on the revenge sub-genre. Get your camera timer ready! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out...

We're logging back into 2024 to discuss Red Rooms directed by Pascal Plante. Lex Briscuso joins the boys to chat true crime, unlikable protagonists, and how this film blurs the line of what's considered a horror movie. New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we're discussing the creepy ghost story Oddity ! Enter The Phantom Z...

First movie discussion of the new year and it's time to pump it up! Molly Henery ( Blogging Banshee ) is back to discuss Coralie Fargeat's sophomore effort The Substance as we celebrate our favorites from 2024. We're discussing heavy satire, industry beauty standards, and the autobiographical nature of Demi Moore's powerhouse performance. Take care of yourself! New episodes drop every Tuesday, sub...

2024 is in the books and it's time to list our favorite horror films of the year! Rachel Reeves ( Halloweenies, Girls on the Boys ) and Tori Potenza ( MovieJawn. Brooklyn Horror Fest ) return to join the boys in sharing their Top 4 genre movies of the year. We're also giving out trophies for Best Performance, Best Set Piece, and Garrett's "Gimme More" Award. Enjoy! New episodes drop every Tuesday,...

Christmas treat time, this track will only be free for 2 weeks! The boys tackle evil animatronics in Willy's Wonderland featuring cast member Kai Kadlec. We discuss Cage's rare silent role, Chucky E. Cheese trauma, and plenty of behind-the-scenes stories. We'll count you in at the beginning or press play on the movie at the 00:00:30 mark of the track. Enjoy! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscr...

Did you put acid goo & cookies out for Santa Cage? Our final movie discussion of 2024 couldn't be more perfect as Mae Shults ( The Lady Killers ) joins the boys to discuss Mandy directed by Panos Cosmatos. We're talking cosmic cults, the many sub-genres, drugs, and this being the ultimate Nicolas Cage movie. Get in loser, we're hunting Jesus Freaks! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe s...

Black Christmas turns 50 years-old this year and the boys did a movie commentary on Patreon for just the occasion! Enjoy a little clip on the house as the boys discuss the film's place in slasher history. Enjoy! Subscribe on Patreon for the full episode! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to...