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Episode 152: Ghost Story w/ special guest Heather Gunnell

On this episode, Heather Gunnell returns to the show to discuss 1981's supernatural horror film "Ghost Story" directed by John Irvin and based on the 1979 novel by Peter Straub. They talk about how this is a great horror movie for winter, the tradition of telling ghost stories, and revelations of town elite thematically being more relevant now than ever. They also get into unnecessary character inclusions, Peter Straub's reaction to the movie, the effectiveness of the ghost, and many other aspects of the movie. Derek will take you places you've never been. Aaron will show you things that you have never seen, and Heather will see the life run out of you.

Heather's links!
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/patchworkwitch.bsky.social
Etsy: thepatchworkwitch.etsy.com
Storygraph: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/patchworkwitch
Instagram: @patchworkwitchquilts
TikTok: @patchworkwitch
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePatchworkWitch

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Episode 151 BLOOD RAGE 2024 w/ special guest Shelby Novak of Scare You To Sleep

For Thanksgiving, the Spoop Bois are joined by returning guest Shelby Novak of Scare You To Sleep Podcast and Bloody Disgusting fame to tackle the 1980s cult holiday slasher film "Blood Rage" directed by John Grissmer. They discuss why they chose this film and what makes it perfect horror viewing for Thanksgiving. They also dig into what Shelby thought about the movie and her opinions on character motivations. Derek is not Aaron. Shelby is eating leftovers on the floor. Surprise, that's not cranberry sauce, it's a podcast (again again again AGAIN AGAIN)! If you've read this far, congratulations and thanks.

Catch Shelby and her podcast "Scare You To Sleep" at https://www.scareyoutosleep.com/ and @scareyoutosleep on Twitter.
She's also a member Bloody Disgusting's BloodyFM: https://podcasts.bloody-disgusting.com/

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Episode 150: Possessor

On their 150th, Aaron and Derek tackle 2020's sci-fi psychological horror film "Possessor" written and directed by Brandon Cronenberg. They discuss the nature of class and privacy shown in the movie, the bleakness of an alternative 2008, and the idea of possession through unexplained scientific means. They also get into comparisons of Brandon's work with his father's, the purposeful use of gore and violence, losing yourself, and many other aspects of the film. Derek is cleaning cat litter. Aaron is a worm.

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Episode 149: The Blob (1988)

It's the 2024 Halloween episode in which Derek and Aaron cover the last "IT CAME FROM OUTER SPACE!!!!!!" themed Season of Spoop film! They talk about the 1988 sci-fi horror remake of "The Blob" (original released in 1958) directed by Chuck Russell and written by Russell and Frank Darabont. They discuss the amazing practical effects, how this remake made the Blob actually scary, and the movie's critiques on society, government and the original movie. They also get into the subversive writing, flipping character roles, and many other aspects of the movie! Derek and Aaron are just guys in plastic suits who show up every time a meteor falls. HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE!

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Episode 148: Lifeforce w/ special guest James Hales

The "IT CAME FROM OUTER SPACE!!!!!!" themed Season of Spoop rolls on. Aaron and Derek are joined by James to talk 1985's British science fiction horror flick "Lifeforce" directed by Tobe Hooper, adapted by Dan O'Bannon, and based on the novel "The Space Vampires" by Colin Wilson. They discuss spirituality mixed with science fiction, how many horror subgenres and themes are packed into one movie, and the inconsistent pacing. They also get into the over the top climax, the portrayal of women, Hooper taking a B movie concept to insane heights, and many other aspects of the movie. Aaron and Derek have been in space for six months and James looks perfect to them.

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Episode 147: Killer Klowns from Outer Space w/ special guest Katie of True Crime Campfire

2024 Season of Spoop starts now! The movie theme this year is IT CAME FROM OUTER SPACE!!!!!!! To begin, Aaron and Derek are joined by Katie the other cohost of the podcast "True Crime Campfire" to discuss 1988's science fiction comedy horror "Killer Klowns from Outer Space" written, directed and produced by the Chiodo Brothers. They talk about the Chiodo brothers experience with special effects, the amazing practicality under low budget circumstances, and how this movie tongue-in-cheek ignores plot. They also get into the missed opportunity of sequels and franchise building, the humor and whether or not it works, and many other aspects of the film.

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Episode 146: Noroi: The Curse

On this episode, Aaron and Derek tackle 2005's Japanese found footage horror movie "Noroi: The Curse" directed and co-written by Kōji Shiraishi. They discuss how the pseudo-documentary presentation compliments found footage, the foreboding dread and methodical pacing, and Japanese culture and folklore inspiring the curse's lore within the movie. They also talk about the limited distribution outside of Japan, the reasoning for cameras being present in every scene making sense, and many other aspects of the film. Aaron and Derek want the truth. No matter how terrifying, they want the truth.

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Episode 145: The Crow w/ special guest Caitlyne Shirley

The Spoop Boiz are joined by their avenging angel/college pal Caitlyne to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their favorite gothy sadboy revenge tale - The Crow!  They explore the original James O'Barr indie comic book, director Alex Proyas' music video visuals that brought this trashfire dystopian classic to life, the soundtrack's impact on the MTV grunge generation, and star Brandon Lee's stunning charisma and tragic legacy.  Put on your face paint, grab your leather duster, and rock out with your caw-k out.

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Episode 144: Alien w/ special guest Josiah Mansfield

On this extra special episode, Aaron's little brother Josiah joins to discuss 1979's science fiction horror masterpiece "Alien" directed by Ridley Scott and written by Dan O'Bannon. They talk about their personal experiences with the movie including their first exposure to it and what they take away from the film. They also get into how it helped contribute to the blockbuster zeitgeist, it's inspirations from "Dark Star" to "Star Wars," the insane pedigree of everyone involved in the film's making, Giger, sexual themes, franchise creation, and many many other aspects of the movie. Derek and Aaron still don't understand what they're dealing with. Josiah admires its purity.

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Episode 143: Dolls

On this episode, the Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek cover 1987's killer toy flick "Dolls" directed by Stuart Gordon. They talk about the role of toys as a childhood attachment and gateway to fantasy, the exploration of younger generations moving away from toys, and the strange juxtaposition of kindertrauma and adult horror through the movie. They also touch on the history of dolls and killer toy movies, how the plot is simple and surreal, uncanny valley with living toys, whether or not the sub-genre is genuinely scary, among many other topics about the film. Derek can remember every toy he had as a kid. And they remember Aaron!

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