Category: Horror Month
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294 – The Fly
The Dudes discover the horrible side effects of teleportation in 1986’s The Fly! This body horror masterpiece from David Cronenberg features disgusting makeup, tragic romance, and Jeff Goldblum’s abs. All stuff we need more of! It can get pretty gross at times, but hey, if you vomit, at least you can slurp it back up. Read more
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293 – It Follows
The Dudes tell themselves it’s the last time they trust a Jeff with 2014’s It Follows. This minimalist Horror film full of compelling drama and social commentary made a big impact when it was first released, and in the last 11 years has become a modern classic. Forget about not going into the water, this Read more
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292 – Final Destination
The Dudes cheat death in 2000’s Final Destination. This smart horror film has an engaging premise and some genuinely shocking kills. It’s not perfect, but who doesn’t want to see death come for a bunch of teenagers with a Rube Goldberg device. QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What are your favorite elaborate movie deaths? Thanks for Read more
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291 – Saw II
The Dudes refuse to sit and listen despite multiple warnings and assurances with 2005’s Saw II. Tobin Bell is a great actor, and every scene he’s in is interesting. Corrupt Cops are a blight on our society, and this movie makes that clear. There’s more than one unpredictable twist, and they even make logical sense. Read more
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BONUS – Question Of The Week Responses October 2024
We read your responses to our Questions of the Week for October 2024! Episode 239 – The Blair Witch Project – What are your favorite Independent Horror Movies? Episode 240 – Re-Animator – What are your favorite 80s Horror Movies? Episode 241 – The Shining – What are the least faithful book to movie adaptations? Read more
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242 – Scream
The Dudes are red herrings (or are they the killers?) in 1996’s Scream. This meta examination of slasher tropes breathed new life into a tired genre, but also did movie posters no favors. Killer garage doors, works cited pages, and Matthew Lillard combine to make one hell of an experience. Get ready for one last Read more
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241 – The Shining
The Dudes should know Sir…they’ve always been here, with 1980’s The Shining, Stanley Kubrick’s masterful adaptation of Stephen King’s novel. Ten year-old Dave’s fragile, eggshell mind couldn’t handle the dread accompanying Jack Nicholson and Shelley Duvall’s incredible acting. Luckily, he grew up, and he and Scott get to break it all down right in the Read more
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240 – Re-Animator
The Dudes experiment with green serum in 1985’s Re-Animator! This Fangoria favorite features acting above its weight class, incredible gore effects, and many unforgettable moments. We gush about all of these things, and also make some dick jokes. You’ll never think of the word “head” in the same way! OTHER MOVIES DISCUSSED Megalopolis (2024) – Read more
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239 – The Blair Witch Project
The Dudes start Horror Month with 1999’s The Blair Witch Project, the Indie classic that invented a new genre. Now, this strange episode features our normal discussion, but also strange noises, a blackout in our studio, Scott’s thoughts on “Chucky 2”, and Dave’s head cold. After listening, please read this Variety feature detailing the actors’ Read more
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BONUS – Question Of The Week Responses October 2023
We read your responses to our Questions of the Week for October 2023! Episode 186 – Possession – What movies subverted your expectations on your first viewing?Episode 187 – Society – What are the grossest special effects you’ve ever seen?Episode 188 – Raw – What movies best depict the harsh reality of college life?Episode 189 Read more
