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Episode 128: El día de la bestia (The Day of the Beast) w/ special guest Andrew Parker

For the Christmas 2023 episode, the Spoop Bois are joined by returning guest Andrew Parker ("Ob(scene)" on Scare You To Sleep podcast) to discuss 1995's Spanish-Italian holiday comedy horror movie "El día de la bestia" ("The Day of the Beast") directed by Álex de la Iglesia. They get into Iglesia's filmography, subjects and themes throughout his movies, and the impact "The Day of the Beast" had on Spain's cinema and pop culture. They also talk about the open ended nature of the plot, the practicality of the film, how the backdrop of Christmas and real life landmarks are used, and many other aspects of the film. Aaron and Derek intend to commit all the evil they can. Andrew will be here, today is the Day of the Beast!

Andrew's links!
Ob(scene): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1MQFtSSd2D82Fu6qLMdBZq?si=46SRfijeS-y-QRxflbFbOg&pi=u--_cNFbKGRz2N
Ob(scene) on Amazon: https://a.co/d/f7YG50M
At Dawn, They Sleep - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqnedRqDEpLjejeUniO4sXaSHROIFk5kG&si=UVrSubSNdQphrCsT
Crypta on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crypta/id1435115679
Ghosters on Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ghosters/id1569423275

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Episode 127: The Last Winter

This episode, Aaron and Derek tackle 2006's eco-horror movie "The Last Winter" directed by Larry Fessenden. They discuss how the Alaskan setting itself is both beautifully shot and a major contributor to the horror. They also get into the obvious commentary on the environment, Fessenden's interpretation of events vs what the movie shows, the harsh setting used in production and why some aspects of the movie may not work. It's coming up from the ground - podcasters...Aaron and Derek.

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Blood Rage 2023: Back in the Blood w/ Nate & Tyler of the Bruce Campbell Podcast

For Thanksgiving, the Spoop Bois are joined by returning guests Nate Boyd & Tyler McCarty of The Bruce Campbell Podcast and Animorphing Time Podcast 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 Nate & Tyler thought about the movie and their opinions on character motivations. Derek is not Aaron. Nate and Tyler are eating leftovers on the floor. Surprise, that's not cranberry sauce, it's a podcast (again again again AGAIN)! If you've read this far, congratulations and thanks.

Nate Boyd's Twitter: @BateNoyd
Tyler McCarty's Twitter: @bearnurse
The Bruce Campbell Podcast @BruceCPod : https://anchor.fm/brucecpod
Animorphing Time Podcast @animorphingtime : https://animorphingtime.com/
Red Bubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/AnimorphingTime/shop?asc=u

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Episode 125: The House on Sorority Row w/ special guest Whitney

This episode, new guest Whitney (cohost of the podcast "True Crime Campfire") joins Aaron and Derek to discuss 1982's slasher film "The House on Sorority Row" written and directed by Mark Rosman. They talk about what makes this underrated and stand out from the 80s Friday the 13th "clones" and how it subverts tropes and expectations from the genre and even it's own title. They also get into the shooting locations, the female led cast, the horrors of making poor choices in college, and many other aspects of the movie. Derek and Aaron are sea pigs. Whitney turned off the pool lights.

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Episode 124: The Blair Witch Project w/ special guest Lauren Willson

Aaron and Derek conclude 2023's "Season of Spoop" on urban legend themed films by discussing 1999's supernatural found footage horror movie "The Blair Witch Project" with guest and friend of the show Lauren Willson! They talk about the late-90s cultural phenomena surrounding the film's release, the wild mass marketing campaign, and its influence on modern found footage horror. They also get into whether or not the quality of the actual filmmaking holds up, the horrors of being lost in the woods, the insane franchise swings, and many other aspects of the movie. Aaron and Derek found a pile of rocks outside their tent. Lauren threw the map in the river. They also want to wish everyone a Happy Halloween! 

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Episode 123: Friday the 13th

The day is Friday, October 13th 2023. "Season of Spoop" covering urban legend themed films continues with Aaron and Derek tackling 1980's slasher classic "Friday the 13th" directed by Sean S. Cunningham and written by Victor Miller. They discuss how this further propelled the trope heavy modern slasher, how it compares to other slasher franchises and its own sequels, and what made this an independent release. They also get into Betsy Palmer's involvement, the severe critical derision it received, what makes this such an easy to watch horror flick, and many other aspects about the movie and franchise. Derek is going up to Camp Blood. Aaron is doomed!

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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.

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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/

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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.

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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.

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