Watch If You Dare

Episode 122: Candyman w/ special guest Kelly Sherman

The Spoop Bois kick off Halloween 2023's "Season of Spoop" covering urban legend themed films! They start by discussing 1992's "Candyman" written and directed by Bernard Rose with guest and friend of the show Kelly Sherman. They talk about Tony Todd's iconic role in comparison with other horror greats, the sociopolitical issues and how they relate to modern times, and whether or not there are elements that have aged poorly. They also get into the original Clive Barker story, examples of urban legends, and many other topics and aspects of the film. Kelly is the writing on the wall, the whisper in the classroom. Aaron and Derek are just a rumor, it is a blessed condition.

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare

We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare

Episode 121: The Haunting (1999) w/ special guest Shelby Scott

The Spoop Bois continue their journey through Hill House, and the great Shelby Scott (creator and host of "Scare You To Sleep" podcast) joins them to tackle 1999's "The Haunting" directed by Jan de Bont. They talk about Steven Spielberg and Stephen King's original involvement, the deviation from both the original novel and 1963 film version, and the outrageously extravagant set design. They also get into the movie's focus on the supernatural, the wild cast and whether or not they fit the characters, the late 90s monster effects, among many other aspects of the film. Aaron and Derek could live together, but they hate each other. Shelby simply says "wow."

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/

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare

We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare

Episode 120: The Haunting (1963)

This episode, Aaron and Derek cover 1963's classic horror film "The Haunting" directed by Robert Wise and adapted by Nelson Gidding from Shirley Jackson's 1959 novel "The Haunting of Hill House." They talk about the set dressing of the house, the movie similarities and deviations from the novel, and how Gidding and Wise's take on the story influenced the adaptation. They also discuss Nell and Theo's characterizations, the horror shown through interpersonal relationships in a secluded space, what ultimately makes this a great horror gateway movie, and many other aspects of the film. Aaron is a big boy with his cup of stars. Derek just wants to hold a ghost's hand.

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare

We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare

Episode 119: Sinister

This episode, the Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek tackle 2012's "Sinister" directed by Scott Derrickson and written by C. Robert Cargill and Derrickson. They talk about what makes this Derrickson's best, how the lighting and house setting are utilized, and all things Bughuul. They also get into the film remaining minimally sensationalized despite the snuff elements, the true crime obsession of the protagonist, and many other aspects of the film. Don't worry podcasts. Aaron and Derek will make you famous again.

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare

We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare

Episode 118: God Told Me To

This episode, Derek and Aaron tackle 1976's science fiction horror movie "God Told Me To" written, directed, and produced by Larry Cohen. They talk about Cohen's wildly creative ideas, the gorilla, shot-on-location style of the flick, and the horror of random mass violence towards innocent people. They also get into the insane swings and twists through the plot, the inspirations from the Bible and "Chariots of the Gods," and so much more about the film. Why? God told Aaron and Derek to.

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare

We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare

Episode 117: Saw w/ Lauren Willson and Heather Murray

Lauren and Heather return to talk 2004's horror film "Saw" directed by James Wan in his feature directorial debut with the Spoop Bois. They tackle how "Saw" impacted horror and popularized "torture-porn," what aged well vs what didn't, Leigh Whannell's involvement with the franchise including writing the script, and audience reactions in a post-9/11 world. They also get into their own experiences, compare the movie to nu metal, delve into its effect on pop culture, and discuss many other aspects of the film and franchise. Lauren wants to play a game! Heather is sick of those who scoff at the suffering of others. Aaron and Derek may have to cut through their own feet. 

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare

We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare

Episode 116: The ’Burbs w/ special guest Sean Marz

On this episode, Sean Marz returns to the show to discuss 1989's black comedy film "The 'Burbs" directed by Joe Dante with Aaron and Derek. They talk about whether or not this counts as horror or horror-adjacent, the excellent comedic timing of Tom Hanks, Carrie Fisher and rest of the cast, and the nostalgic value of this movie. They also get into the themes of Americana, the horror of living in the suburbs, Joe Dante's ability of blending humor and macabre, among many other aspects of the film. Sean is about a nine on the tension scale. People who mow their lawn for the 800th time, and then SNAP? WELL, THAT'S AARON AND DEREK. 

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare

We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare

Episode 115: Flatliners w/ special guest Dr. Jeff Rogers

Dr. Jeff returns to the show to discuss 1990's medical horror flick "Flatliners" directed by Joel Schumacher with the Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek. They talk about Schumacher's wild career, certain lighting and aesthetics he brings out in his movies, and how this project came about. They also get into the medical inaccuracies, the way the plot handles near death experiences, the superstar lineup of the cast, among many other aspects of the film. Aaron and Derek will bring the equipment. Jeff will bring his balls.

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare

We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare

Episode 114: Pieces w/ special guest Jonathan Nowacki

This episode, Jonathan returns to the show to talk 1982's Spanish-American slasher "Pieces" (Mil gritos tiene la noche "The Night Has 1,000 Screams") directed by Juan Piquer Simón. They discuss how this movie is trying to be serious despite the crazy and transgressive premise and how it accidentally becomes a parody. They also get into all the horror genres and movies it's riffing on, some of Simón's other work, Jonathan's response as a non-horror and movie watcher, etc. Jonathan will send you a case of lollipops! Aaron and Derek will be playing so much tennis it'll be coming out of their ears!

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare

We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare

Episode 113: The Devil’s Backbone

This episode, Aaron and Derek tackle 2001's Spanish gothic horror film "The Devil's Backbone" directed by Guillermo del Toro. They get into a brief history of the Spanish Civil War, Guillermo del Toro's background and career, and del Toro's exploration of boyhood, fairytale and horror. They also talk about each character in the orphanage and what fuels their motivations, how well this ghost story functions within the Spanish Civil War, and many other aspects of the movie. What is a Derek? Aaron, that is what I am. 

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare

We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare