Monday, October 29, 2018

Episode 78: Evolution of the Living Dead


Here is our first live show, recorded at the Peabody Essex Museum as part of Salem Horror Fest. To mark the 50th anniversary of the release of Night of the Living Dead, we discuss George Romero's Living Dead film series. Listen as we discuss how Romero used zombies as metaphors for social issues, chart how Romero's zombies developed from flesh-eating monsters into the heroes of the series, and recognize the tremendous cultural impact Romero's films have had. Warning: Contains mild explicit language, spoilers, and some politics.



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Saturday, October 13, 2018

28 Days Later - Supplement

While we try to cover as much as we can in our episodes, there's always more to see, hear, and read about a movie that can enhance your viewing experience. If you enjoyed our episode on 28 Days Later, here's a few extra bits you might find interesting...



Episode 77: 28 Days Later


We're trying to keep our rage under control as we discuss Danny Boyle's chilling 2002 infection thriller 28 Days Later. Listen in as we debate whether it qualifies as a zombie movie, explore how the film taps into real world anxieties, and comment on the various works that influenced the story. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and post-apocalyptic shopping lists.



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Saturday, October 6, 2018

Freaks - Supplement

While we try to cover as much as we can in our episodes, there's always more to see, hear, and read about a movie that can enhance your viewing experience. If you enjoyed our episode on Freaks, here's a few extra bits you might find interesting...


Episode 76: Freaks


Step right up... step right up and listen to our latest episode!! You won't believe your ears as you hear Corinne, Polly, and Tim discuss Tod Browning's infamous big-top horror show Freaks from 1932. We'll discuss how the film's both exploits and compassionately portrays its cast of actual sideshow performers, detail the various cuts made to the film before its wide release, and cringe at the horrific critical reaction to the movie. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and some quacking.



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