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After TEN YEARS, we finally get this bad boy... Stranger Things 5, final episode! Joan and Mar reminisce over the ten long years it has taken for the Hawkins crew to finally conquer the BBEG, but at what cost?

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What's better than a White Christmas? You got it - MURDER! Join Joan and Mariana as they talk about Black Christmas (1974) - a classic slasher that put the fear in Christmas and set the stage for one of horror's most popular subgenres. Just remember to double check your attics this Christmas!

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The truth will set you free! Never has that been truer than for Sarah Fier - and for your podcast hosts. Joan and Mariana review the last movie in this incredible horror trilogy. Will you take our hand?

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Well, Mar certainly wasn't expecting this one. The duo explores extremely gory themes of pain and pleasure in this episode of SMNP. Do y'all think Pinhead would make us into Cenobites? We have such sights to show you!

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Mar and Joan tackle the next installment of this excellent Netflix trilogy - Fear Street Part Two: 1978! Find out how this sequel breaks the mold and turns out even better than the first movie. It has it all - a solid slasher, magical witchy stuff, and Tylenol! Sadie, we are rooting for you, girl.

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For our 1-year Halloween anniversary this year, we thought we'd tackle another seminal classic of the horror genre - the original John Carpenter's Halloween, released in 1978! How many babysitters have to die before Mike is satisfied? Answer: the limit does not exist :(

Join Joan and Mar this spooky season as they face the ultimate embodiment of evil!

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What's worse than a killer after you? Several of them. All dead. Possibly immortal. CHASING YOUR BLOOD.

Join Mar and Joan this episode as they begin their journey through the Fear Street trilogy. What mysteries await the people of Sunnyvale and Shadyside? Find out with us!

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Has anyone ever told you you need a bigger boat? Then this movie may be so relatable for you! Join Mar, Joan, and returning guest Curtis as they take a bite out of what some may consider one of the best horror films of all time.

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What's better than a weekend getaway with friends in a cabin the woods? Well, this cast wouldn't know, at least not anymore! Join Joan and Mar as they discus this fun-filled movie. And I have to ask - what would you do to save the world?

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How many theories can you handle? It's time to explore the Overlook Hotel with your hosts Joan and Mariana. This episode is just as full of fan theories as the Overlook is with ghosts. Well, maybe not JUST as much... Which one is your favorite?

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A daddy and a baddie review this movie about a daddy and a baddie... featuring a very special guest - Aaron! Join Joan and Mariana this week as they conjure up their feelings about one of the most popular scary movies in recent(ish) years - The Conjuring. Will Joan every shut up about Patrick Wilson? Tune in to find out!

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Were you born in the late 1900's? How about the 1600's? Either way, this may be a nostalgia watch for you! Join Joan and Mar as they talk about this millennial classic and gush over the Hex Girls. We're gonna put a spell on you!

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What do you get when you combine a ritual sacrifice gone wrong and too many one-liners for one teenage girl? That's right - Jennifer's Body, released in 2009. Join Joan, Mariana, Lauren, and Travis as they discuss this cult classic. Listen as we get DEEP into the metaphor and symbolism while at the same time sprinkling on a bit of humor. Hey, just like the movie!

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Mar and Joan take on one of the quintessential teen slasher films of the 90's - I Know What You Did Last Summer, which is crazy because I can't even remember what I did yesterday!

We talk about the film's success, the gorgeous cast, and the philosophical age-old question: If you could get away with murder, would you? Would you?

So WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?! Listen now!

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What's worse than getting stabbed at a gay Halloween party with your friends? Getting stabbed with a knife!

Join Joan, Mariana, and their returning guest Curtis as they look back at their time with the gay slasher film Hellbent, released in 2004. And just in time for Pride, too!

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Let's see what horrors we can list here: demons, burial grounds, creepy children, expandable pigs, homeownership, sudden fatherhood... wait, I think we got off-track!

Join us as we move into the original murder house - the Amityville Horror. We have two guests joining us on this episode - Brett and Lee, who are no strangers to horror or to podcasting. We will talk about the history of the house, the haunting itself, and perhaps some not-so-scary facts that just might give you a new perspective on the whole thing.

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Hang on to your VCRs millennials, because we're cursing you to die in 7 days! No, not business days... DAYS days!

On this episode, we review the original Japanese 1998 Ring along with the American remake The Ring released in 2002. Did this movie scar you as a child? Because it sure did that to us! Let's jump into the well together and see if we can't catch a glimpse of Samara. But then again, just turn to your TV...

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Sinners, you say? Well, if sinning looks this intriguing with Michael B. Jordan at the helm, perhaps we should all reconsider our life choices (just kidding... mostly!).

Join us as we explore the film's themes, from colonialism to music and ancestry, all while being thoroughly entertained by the sheer star power and terrifying monsters on screen. Was it a deliciously wicked ride, or did it leave us feeling more saintly than sinful? Tune in for a review that dives just deep enough into the film's playful darkness.

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Buckle up buttercups, because this week on the show, we're diving headfirst into the chaotic premonitions and spectacularly gruesome demises of Final Destination (2000)! Remember the sheer panic when Alex Browning had that terrifying vision on Flight 180? We do, and we're breaking down every near-miss, every ridiculously elaborate death sequence, and questioning whether we'd actually believe a random teenager screaming about impending doom.

So grab your popcorn (just maybe don't sit under anything precarious while you listen) and join us for a nostalgic and slightly morbid trip back to the year 2000, where death had a seriously twisted itinerary...

Ever wished your TV could give you a hug? 📺 Or maybe... something a little weirder? 😉 This week, we're tuning into the delightfully disturbing world of Videodrome! Join us as we tiptoe through a twisted tale of video signals, bizarre body modifications, and a reality that's just a little bit glitchy. We'll try to keep our heads (and our perspectives!) straight as we explore Cronenberg's cult classic. It's gonna be strange, it's gonna be surreal, and who knows, we might just find the New Flesh...or at least a really comfy couch. Won't you join our weird and wonderful watch party...

Ever felt like a Craigslist gig was a little too good to be true? We dove headfirst into the found-footage nightmare that is Creep (2014), where a seemingly innocent videography job spirals into something deeply unsettling. Join us as we unpack the awkward tension, the unsettling smiles, and the lingering question: just how weird is Josef? And don't forget the Peachfuzz hip thrusts! Tune in for our spoiler-filled discussion.

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Lock your doors and hide your power tools, because we're venturing into rural Texas for a chainsaw-fueled showdown! This episode, we're taking on the one, the only, the original 1974 The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. Prepare for tales of terrifying hitchhikers, questionable hospitality, and a family dinner you definitely wouldn't want an invitation to (fresh blood, anyone?). We'll dissect the scares, the absurdity, and why this low-budget shocker still gets under our skin.

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We're getting dragged... straight to hell! 

This week, we're facing the Lamia in Sam Raimi's Drag Me to Hell! We're breaking down the film's over-the-top scares, comedic moments, and that shocking ending. Did Raimi recapture his 'Evil Dead' magic, or did this film leave us feeling cursed? We discuss the practical effects, the performances, and- wait, what is that?! Is that THE BABUSHKA OF DOOM?!

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Hello, Clarice… and welcome to another terrifyingly terrific episode of Scary Movie Nights! This week, we're dimming the lights, grabbing our Chianti, and investigating the cinematic masterpiece that is "The Silence of the Lambs." Prepare to be captivated (and maybe a little bit creeped out) as we dissect the delicate dance between rookie FBI trainee Clarice Starling and the disturbingly charming cannibalistic serial killer, Dr. Hannibal Lecter. We'll be chewing over everything from the film's nail-biting suspense and its groundbreaking portrayal of female strength to the truly chilling performance of Anthony Hopkins as Hannibal the Cannibal himself.

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Ever wondered what London would look like overrun by rage-filled, super-fast zombies? This week on Scary Movie Nights, we're diving headfirst into the terrifying, yet strangely beautiful, world of 28 Days Later. Grab your emergency rations (and maybe a baseball bat), because we're breaking down the iconic imagery and the surprisingly philosophical questions this film throws our way. Plus - Joan uses Lord of the Flies to make a point... again! Will he ever tire of it? Tune in to find out!

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Ever wondered what it would be like to be trapped in Antarctica with a shape-shifting alien that can imitate your best friend? Of course, we all have!

This week, we're diving headfirst into John Carpenter's 1982 classic, "The Thing."  Prepare for a wild ride as we gush over Kurt Russell's glorious beard, dissect those mind-blowing practical effects, and question Joan's rudimentary knowledge of geography. We'll also tackle the big questions: Are you still alive once infected? Does anyone make it out alive? And, most importantly, who's the goodest boy? (Hint: his name is Jed!) So put on your f...

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He's back! Count Orlok rises again in Robert Eggers' 2024 reimagining of Nosferatu. Join us as we sink our teeth into this latest adaptation of the classic vampire tale 🧛‍♂️, and see how Eggers' vision stacks up against the silent horror of F.W. Murnau's 1922 masterpiece (which, if you recall, we had some thoughts on...).

We'll dissect the film's eerie atmosphere 🕯️, discuss the performances (Bill Skarsgård as Orlok? Yes, please! 🤩), and analyze how this new version tackles the themes of dread, isolatio...

Dust off your garlic and sharpen your stakes, because Scary Movie Nights is venturing into the shadowy realm of silent film with a review of F.W. Murnau's 1922 masterpiece, Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror! This unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula introduced the world to the terrifying Count Orlok, a creature of nightmare that continues to haunt audiences a century later.

Join us as we dissect this chilling classic, exploring its groundbreaking use of light and shadow, the eerie atmosphere created by its stark German Expressionist style, and the unforgettable performance of Max Schreck as the rat-like...

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This week on Scary Movie Nights, we're delving into the chilling world of family secrets and inherited horrors with Ari Aster's 2018 masterpiece, Hereditary.

Join us as we dissect the film's intricate plot, explore its disturbing themes of grief, mental illness, and familial trauma, and analyze the unforgettable performances that bring this nightmare to life. We'll discuss the film's slow-burn tension, shocking twists, and the lingering dread that stays with you long after the credits roll.

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This week, we're turning down the lights and venturing into the terrifying world of Tobe Hooper's 1982 classic, Poltergeist. Prepare to be spooked as we explore how this film transformed the idyllic image of suburban life into a nightmare, tapping into our deepest fears about the safety of our own homes (and American imperialism???).

Of course, we can't talk about Poltergeist without acknowledging the undeniable influence of Steven Spielberg, the film's producer and co-writer. But beware, because this episode also delves into the dark cloud surrounding the Poltergeist franchise, including the tragic deaths of...

This week, we're FALLING into the unsettling world of "Oddity"! This Irish horror flick landed on Shudder recently, and we're here to dissect its eerie atmosphere, unsettling visuals, and what the heck is in that box?!

Join us as we discuss twin terrors and twisted revenge, a slow burn with a shocking payoff, and the power of a suspenseful atmosphere. Plus, we'll share our overall impressions and whether we think "Oddity" is worth adding to your watchlist.

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The power of Christ compels you... to listen to this week's episode of Scary Movie Nights! We're facing our demons (and projectile vomiting) with a deep dive into The Exorcist. Join us as we dive into the film's history, discuss the creepiest scenes, compare the book to the film, and try to figure out how to get the smell of pea soup out of our recording studio...

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Get ready to dive headfirst into the world of horror with your hosts, Joan and Mariana! In this inaugural episode, we pull back the curtain and let you get to know us. We'll share our personal journeys into the heart of horror, revealing why we're so passionate about scary movies and what keeps us coming back for more screams.

Plus, we'll spill the beans on our all-time favorite fright flicks – the ones that made us jump, scream, and sleep with the lights on. Expect some classic picks and a few surprises.

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