This May Hurt a Bit

We discuss William Lustig's 1988 film, "Maniac Cop" with guests Patton Oswalt and Jordan Blum! We also talk about their latest comic series from Dark Horse Comics, "Minor Threats". What grindhouse filmmaker would best adapt this comic? What is it like working in an already established franchise vs creator owned comics? And why is Tom Atkins the sexiest man alive? Pick up y...

Is the legacy of Basket Case more wacky than grimy? Favorite kill? Where to go from here? Stay tuned here to find out which franchise we tackle next!

Can we get goofier than part 2? Yes. Yes, I think we can. 

John's co-host of "John and Alexx Hate Stuff", Alexx Bollen joins us to discuss "Basket Case 2". You gotta admire Hennelotter for just going Silly for the sequel.  Alexx's writing Dead When I Found Her

We go from classy to grimey in Frank Henenlotter's "Basket Case". We love this one in all of its early 80s grindhouse New York glory. Who doesn't love that little guy, Belial. Well, ok... I understand if not. 

We wrap up the Omen franchise! Best Damien, Order we'd watch again and of course, revealing that Kill Count for all five movies. So now... what's next?

We discuss (and find the good) in this completely unnecessary remake.  The only movie we can think of that was created solely for a fun release date on the calendar- 6.6.06.

We discuss the pilot of Twin Peaks, published on this, February 24th- Twin Peaks Day.  Let us know what you think and if you'd like to hear more from the show! It's a favorite of ours and we may do the whole series, perhaps as a Patreon. 

Not a ton to talk about in this one but still managed to talk almost as long as the movie- and boy our inner 10 year old boys came out in this one. And who is that special cameo??

Can an early Sam Neil performance save this Omen sequel? Who trained these monks? And who let the boy scouts into the army of Satan? Lots of laughs in this one which should come as no surprise on an episode where we are joined once again by Becky Darke! Be sure to follow her for links to her writing as well as her appearances on The Evolution of Horror and her own show, Don't Point that Horro...

We welcome special guest, costume designer and fashion historian, Jolene Richardson to discuss this 1978 sequel! She brings her crack knowledge to our usual nonsense.  You can listen to her podcast "Hanging by a Thread" and find her writing in Fangoria!

The 70s had a great run of Satanic horror and we focus on one of the best examples this week. And what could make that better? David Warner. 

We discuss the franchise as a whole! How does the lore shift? Who's your favorite Judd? What tone works best for this series and where to go from here? And of course- who was closest in the Kill Count Estimate!

Sorry, but we're just harsh on this one. Just what happens when movies become "content." 

Can John Lithgow save this remake? Does the big Switcharoo work?

Talk about a tonal shift- we go from the dread inducing folk horror of the first one to the unabashed B movie schlock of part 2. All worth it for Clancy Brown. AND! Check out our contest announcement at the top. 

We dive into our first Stephen King adaptation. Biggest takeaway- everyone needs a Judd to have a beer with at the end of the day. But is he the biggest villain of the movie? What differences from the book are we into and not? 

We come to the end of the patch and discuss all four films and how they relate and grow... or wilt... into a franchise. Which was your favorite? Have a favorite kill? Favorite... Vengance Seeker? And stay tuned to hear what we'll be covering next. 

We are joined again by friend of the show Michael Holloway to discuss what (non franchise) horror movies we've been watching for the Halloween season. 

We attempt to find... anything interesting to talk about in the fourth Pumpkinhead film.  I think we'll be happy to leave this series in the pumpkin patch.

Can a returning Lance Henricksen and Doug Bradley save this sequel? Well, it's better than Wishmaster 3. 

Is this an anthology sequel? What does this have to do with Part 1? Either way, let's throw the lore out the window with the first followup. 

Fresh thoughts from the latest "Saw" film- just a couple hours after seeing it. First 10 minutes or so are spoiler free, then we get into the meaty details. 

Stan Winston steps up to the director's plate with his first film, "Pumpkinhead"! All creature, all atmosphere, all annoying kids. How does this stack up to "A Gnome Named Gnorm?" Listen along to find out.  Also, as mentioned, friend of the show Becky Darke does a nice write up of the new Arrow release of "Psycho". Well timed after our run of the films. Check it...

Which of these sequels would you watch again? We say- ALL OF THEM! What a real nice surprise, Clark.