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Episode 83: American Psycho w/ special guest V.P. Morris

This week, author V.P. Morris ("ShadowCast," "The Dead Letters Podcast," and upcoming novel "Dead Ringer") returns to the show to discuss 2000's black comedy horror movie "American Psycho" directed by Mary Harron with Aaron and Derek. They talk about the differences between the book and the movie, the satire of hyper masculinity, the themes of identity, and how the response has evolved over the years. They also get into Christian Bale's portrayal of Patrick Bateman, reality vs delusion, among many other aspects of the flick. Derek has to return some videotapes. Aaron is a big Genesis fan. There is an idea of a V.P. Morris; some kind of abstraction. 

Please check out and order "Dead Ringer" by V.P. Morris at Black Rose Writing: 
https://www.blackrosewriting.com/thrillers/deadringer

Please check out and order "ShadowCast" by V.P. Morris at Black Rose Writing:
https://www.blackrosewriting.com/thrillers/shadowcast?rq=Shadowcast

You can follow V.P. Morris and her podcast "The Dead Letters Podcast" @TeaWriteRepeat and @deadletterspod

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Episode 82: The Perfection w/ special guests Josh Hale & DeeJay Rolison of (Feat. X)

This week, Aaron and Derek are joined by the hosts of the music history podcast (Feat. X) Josh Hale and DeeJay Rolison to discuss 2018's psychological horror film "The Perfection" directed by Richard Shepard. They talk about abuse in entertainment and art, personal experiences with classical music in context to the movie, and how successful or not it is at tackling the associated themes. They also get into the camp factor and exploitation in "The Perfection" among many other aspects of the flick. Josh and DeeJay are seeing bugs. Aaron and Derek know what you have to do.

Check out Josh and DeeJay's podcast (Feat. X).
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/feat-x/id1553097954
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0To5S7GcoF90bFkqkc3opF
They're on Twitter @featxpodcast

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Episode 81: Get Out w/ special guest Kelly Sherman

This week, we have a big episode! Kelly comes back to the podcast to join Derek and Aaron in tackling 2017's "Get Out" written and directed by Jordan Peele in his directorial debut. They discuss what makes it a modern classic, Peele's passion for horror, how it portrays and comments on racism, among many many many other aspects of the film. They also talk about the Armitage family's motives, and the friendship between Chris and Rod. Aaron and Derek just want the keys. Kelly told you to not go in that house.

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Episode 80: My Bloody Valentine

In preparation for Valentine's Day, Derek and Aaron tackle 1981's holiday slasher "My Bloody Valentine" directed by George Mihalka and written by John Beaird. They discuss the use of a mine shaft as a setting and horror element, how much Valentine's Day actually influences the plot, the motivations of character Axel, among many other aspects of the movie. They also talk about the remake and why the original never kickstarted a new slasher franchise. Derek's gone away, Aaron made you pay! Be our bloody valentine!

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Episode 79: Prophecy

This week, Aaron and Derek discuss 1979's science fiction monster horror film "Prophecy" directed by John Frankenheimer and written by David Seltzer. They talk about Frankenheimer and Seltzer's thoughts and feelings about the movie, the original concept vs actual design of the "Pizza Bear" monster, and some of the problematic nature of the story and casting. They also get into the unexpected serious themes the film tries to tackle along with many other topics. Aaron is in a sleeping bag getting punched into a rock. Derek now craves pizza.

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Episode 78: The Changeling w/ special guest Shelby Scott

For the first episode of 2022, Derek and Aaron welcome Shelby Scott, creator and host of the wonderful horror storytelling podcast "Scare You To Sleep," as a guest to discuss 1980's ghost movie "The Changeling" directed by Peter Medak. They talk about George C. Scott's subtle performance and how his character reconciles with the haunting. They also get into the house being a character itself, the origins of the script and title of the film, the ties between a ghost story and family, and many other topics. Derek thinks the house isn't fit to live in. Aaron suspects no one has been able to live in it. Shelby knows it doesn't want people.

Catch Shelby and her podcast "Scare You To Sleep" at https://www.scareyoutosleep.com/ and @scareyoutosleep on Twitter.

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Episode 77: Silent Night, Deadly Night

In time for the holidays, Derek and Aaron tackle 1984's Christmas slasher "Silent Night, Deadly Night" directed by Charles E. Sellier, Jr. They talk about the film's mean spirited nature toward the holidays, the failure to address or treat childhood trauma, perversion of religion with violence and sex, and many other aspects and themes. They also discuss the insane sequels and how some of them tie into the franchise canon. Derek thinks punishment is absolute. Aaron has deemed you NAUGHTY.

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Episode 76: Waxwork w/ special guest Kelly Sherman

To start December off, Kelly returns as a guest to discuss 1988's comedy horror movie "Waxwork" written and directed by Anthony Hickox with Aaron and Derek. They talk about the effective homages to various horror sub-genres, the quirky and nonsensical nature of the story, and range of absurd to dark and serious tones. They also get into the production, cinematic shifts, cast variety, among many other things about the film. Aaron and Derek just want some coffee. Kelly invites you to his waxwork exhibit.

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Episode 75: Slasher w/ special guest Lauren Willson

For Thanksgiving, the Spoop Bois are joined by returning guest Lauren to tackle the 1980s cult holiday slasher film "Slasher" 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 Lauren thought about the movie and her opinions on character motivations. Derek is not Aaron. Lauren is eating leftovers on the floor. Surprise, that's not cranberry sauce, it's a podcast (again again)! If you've read this far, congratulations and thanks.

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Episode 74: Oculus

Halloween might be over for now, but the Spoop Bois keep it creepy all year long. This week, they tackle 2013's supernatural horror film "Oculus" co-written, edited, and directed by Mike Flanagan. They talk about Flanagan's career and horror output around and after "Oculus." They also discuss his preference for mixing family and horror, the impact of leaving the mirror's origins a mystery, what makes this film particularly evil, among many other topics. Spoiler alert, Derek was freaked out. Aaron thinks that's an apple he's about to bite.

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