Best DeVaughn Taylor Podcasts (2025)

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THE GIRL WITH ALL THE GIFTS (2016) // Black (Final) Girl Magic 1:14:55

5h ago1:14:55

1:14:55

We're staying in British zombie movie territory as we discuss The Girl With All the Gifts directed by Colm McCarthy. The boys discuss the quiet existentialism of the film and what Melanie stands for within the films, but also as a black female protagonist. No cats were eaten in the recording of this podcast! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscri…

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Hellraiser (1987) 2:04:23

6d ago2:04:23

2:04:23

Whether you're enjoying couple goals or having a shamlessly slutty time being single, we're wishing a happy Valentine's Day to all the Tainted Lovers out there! Zoë & DeVaughn had to bring out the big guns/hooks for this week as we're discussing Hellraiser directed by kinky icon Clive Barker. You know the classic tale of desire and haman nature's p…

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28 DAYS LATER (2003) ft. Mike Brown // Black (Final) Girl Magic 1:18:04

7d ago1:18:04

1:18:04

Before getting the long-awaited third entry later this year, the boys are joined by Mike Brow (People Under the Scares Podcast) to discuss 28 Days Later directed by Danny Boyle. We're choppin it up about how well this movie has aged since COVID, Selena's take-no-shit attitude, and the film's lasting impact on the zombie sub-genre. Repopulating the …

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Pillow Talk With the Anti-Lover Boys Behind HEART EYES (2025) // Phillip Murphy, Michael Kennedy, Christopher Landon, and Josh Reuben 28:02

11d ago28:02

28:02

Welcome to Pillow Talk, our interview series where we talk to creatives making films dealing with subjects related to Tainted Love (sex, romance, relationships). DeVaughn got to sit down with the crew behind Heart Eyes! We discuss their dislike of Valentine's Day, the film's unique tone, and what it means to be apart of the holiday slashers canon. …

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SCARY MOVIE (2000) & SCARY MOVIE 2 (2001) // Black (Final) Girl Magic 1:26:33

14d ago1:26:33

1:26:33

Happy Black History Month! We're kicking off our celebration of Black Final Girls on a silly note as we dive into horror spoofs Scary Movie 1 & 2 directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans. A bit of a different format as we discuss the films through the films they are parodying, while also discussing Brenda as a unique Final Girl and the complicated queer rep…

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Watching the Watchlist #14 (DON"T LOOK NOW, ANYTHING FOR JACK, December Recap) // Patreon Clip 5:33

18d ago5:33

5:33

DeVaughn assigned Garrett Anything But Jackson to double up on child death grief after talking Don't Look Now. "Watching the Watchlist" is available to our $3 Found Footage tier patrons and higher! If you want to hear the full episode, subscribe on Patreon! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watc…

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Nekromantik (1988) 1:30:28

21d ago1:30:28

1:30:28

Trigger warnings: necrophilia, rape Hello lovers, it's time to get real fereal in this episode! Zoë & DeVaughn dive into Nekromantik directed by Jörg Buttgereit. This surprisingly romantic film revolves around our first throuple, well kinda of if you include the corpse. How does a unique couple willing to have sex with dead bodies together go sour?…

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I SAW THE TV GLOW (2024) ft. Blayne Waterloo // Favorites of '24 1:52:27

21d ago1:52:27

1:52:27

For our final installment in our 2024 retrospective series, we're discussing the I Saw the TV Glow directed by Jane Shoenbrun. The boys are joined by Blayne Waterloo (Eww Hag) to discuss gender dysphoria, Shoenbrun's singular aesthetic, and how the road to self-actualization can be painful. As Owen would say; we're so sorry! Note: the gender design…

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Pillow Talk with actor/writer Amanda Jane Stern (PERFECTLY GOOD MOMENT) 41:08

28d ago41:08

41:08

Welcome to Pillow Talk, our interview series where we talk to creatives making films dealing with subjects related to Tainted Love (sex, romance, relationships). Since the main feed is biweekly, we'll drop these episodes during our off weeks from time to time! First up, Amanda Jane Stern is in our virtual bed to discuss her erotic thriller Perfectl…

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ODDITY (2024) ft. Mike Muncer // Favorites of '24 1:12:05

28d ago1:12:05

1:12:05

We're sticking in international waters as we discuss the Irish film Oddity written & directed by Damien McCarthy. The boys are joined by Mike Muncer (Evolution of Horror Podcast) to discuss Euro ghost stories, getting the most out of your movie props, and a very unique take on the revenge sub-genre. Get your camera timer ready! New episodes drop ev…

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Spring (2015) 1:45:24

1M ago1:45:24

1:45:24

You got the darker side of relationships in our first episode, now it's time to get sappy with us! We're discussing Spring (2015) directed by Justin Benson & Aaron Moorehead, about a man who escapes to Italy to avoid his personal trauma and ends up falling love with a beautiful woman...who's also a centuries old Eldritch Monster. Can a romance that…

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RED ROOMS (2024) ft. Lex Briscuso // Favorites of '24 1:44:21

1M ago1:44:21

1:44:21

We're logging back into 2024 to discuss Red Rooms directed by Pascal Plante. Lex Briscuso joins the boys to chat true crime, unlikable protagonists, and how this film blurs the line of what's considered a horror movie. New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we're discussing t…

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THE SUBSTANCE (2024) ft. Molly Henery // Favorites of '24 1:25:15

1M ago1:25:15

1:25:15

First movie discussion of the new year and it's time to pump it up! Molly Henery (Blogging Banshee) is back to discuss Coralie Fargeat's sophomore effort The Substance as we celebrate our favorites from 2024. We're discussing heavy satire, industry beauty standards, and the autobiographical nature of Demi Moore's powerhouse performance. Take care o…

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Resurrection (2022) 1:21:28

2M ago1:21:28

1:21:28

Trigger Warnings: abusive relationships Welcome to the first official episode of Tainted Love and we're kicking things off on a bleak note! We're taking a look at Resurrection (2022) directed by Andrew Semans, following a woman who's sent into an emotional spiral when her former abuser re-enters her life. We discuss the power this kind of trauma ca…

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Best Horror Films of 2024 ft. Rachel Reeves & Tori Potenza // SCC #221 2:08:44

2M ago2:08:44

2:08:44

2024 is in the books and it's time to list our favorite horror films of the year! Rachel Reeves (Halloweenies, Girls on the Boys) and Tori Potenza (MovieJawn. Brooklyn Horror Fest) return to join the boys in sharing their Top 4 genre movies of the year. We're also giving out trophies for Best Performance, Best Set Piece, and Garrett's "Gimme More" …

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WILLY'S WONDERLAND (2021) Commentary Track ft. Kai Kadlec // Patreon Freebie 1:25:58

2M ago1:25:58

1:25:58

Christmas treat time, this track will only be free for 2 weeks! The boys tackle evil animatronics in Willy's Wonderland featuring cast member Kai Kadlec. We discuss Cage's rare silent role, Chucky E. Cheese trauma, and plenty of behind-the-scenes stories. We'll count you in at the beginning or press play on the movie at the 00:00:30 mark of the tra…

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MANDY (2018) ft. Mae Shults // Merry Cagemas 1:48:51

2M ago1:48:51

1:48:51

Did you put acid goo & cookies out for Santa Cage? Our final movie discussion of 2024 couldn't be more perfect as Mae Shults (The Lady Killers) joins the boys to discuss Mandy directed by Panos Cosmatos. We're talking cosmic cults, the many sub-genres, drugs, and this being the ultimate Nicolas Cage movie. Get in loser, we're hunting Jesus Freaks! …

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BLACK CHRISTMAS (1974) Movie Commentary // Patreon Clip 6:58

2M ago6:58

6:58

Black Christmas turns 50 years-old this year and the boys did a movie commentary on Patreon for just the occasion! Enjoy a little clip on the house as the boys discuss the film's place in slasher history. Enjoy! Subscribe on Patreon for the full episode! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watchin…

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Speed Date The Tainted Lovers! 1:10:26

2M ago1:10:26

1:10:26

Welcome to the Tainted Love podcast! This show will be discussing sex, love, and relationships within our favorite genre movies. In this premiere episode, hosts Zoë Rose Smith & DeVaughn Taylor introduce themselves and give a break down of the show's format & segments. After that, the pair take turns asking each other questions ranging from dating …

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THE WICKER MAN (2006) // Merry Cagemas 56:42

2M ago56:42

56:42

It's Garrett's birthday episode! The boys scale back on the analysis and let The Wicker Man wash over them. We're talking about more Cage memes, which cut actually features "the bees!", and the lack of sauce compared to the original. We typically don't do negative reviews, but I don't think anything we say can hurt this film lol. Put. on your bear …

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This Is Tainted Love // TRAILER 1:32

2M ago1:32

1:32

Welcome to Tainted Love, a psychosexual horror podcast. Join co-hosts Zoë Rose Smith (Ghouls Magazine, Our Bloody Obsession) and DeVaughn Taylor (Specter Cinema Club, The Pod and the Pendulum). Here's a little trailer of us breaking down the show and its segments. Our "speed dating" pilot will premiere December 18th, 2024. Hit that follow/subscribe…

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Watching the Watchlist #13 (NOSFERATU, DEAD END, November Recap) // Patreon Clip 7:29

2M ago7:29

7:29

Enjoy a clip of Garrett & DeVaughn discussing the Chistmas horror hidden gem Dead End on our exclusive Patreon show "Watching the Watchlist". It's where the boys recap their previous month on Letterboxd, spoiler free reviews of new releases, and challenge each other to watch films for the first time. If you want to hear the full episode, subscribe …

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MOM AND DAD (2018) ft. Scott K // Merry Cagemas 1:32:43

2M ago1:32:43

1:32:43

Time to angrily sing "The Hokey Pokey" as we discuss Mom and Dad directed by Brian Taylor. The boys are joined by Scott K (Church of Tarantino Podcast) to discuss the fears & insecurities of being a a parent, Selma Blair as the perfect Nic Cage scene partner, and all the memes. Don't forget your Sawsall! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe s…

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Feed Test: TERRIFIER (2018) // Specter Cinema Club Episode 1:22:31

3M ago1:22:31

1:22:31

Hello! This is just to get the feed temporarily going until we drop our actual episodes, but also a way to hear DeVaughn & Zoë podcast together (along with Specter Cinema Host Garrett McDowell). Here's a conversation on Terrifier from back in October. Enjoy for now! Stalk Zoë on social media: Instagram Bluesky Twitter Website Stalk DeVaughn on soci…

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This Is Tainted Love // TRAILER 1:32

3M ago1:32

1:32

Welcome to Tainted Love, a psychosexual horror podcast. Join co-hosts Zoë Rose Smith (Ghouls Magazine, Our Bloody Obsession) and DeVaughn Taylor (Specter Cinema Club, The Pod and the Pendulum). Here's a little trailer of us breaking down the show and its segments. Our "speed dating" pilot will premiere December 18th, 2024. Hit that follow/subscribe…

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DRIVE ANGRY (2011) // Merry Cagemas 1:18:26

3M ago1:18:26

1:18:26

St. Nic has arrived, but we ain't talkin Santa Clause...we're celebrating Nicolas Cage this month! Kicking things off in chaotic fashion with Drive Angry (3D) directed by Patrick Lussier. We're talkin the best ways to use Nic Cage, how this is a pseudo Ghost Rider movie, and spend a little time up top just gushing about the legend's career. Grab yo…

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URBAN LEGEND (1998) ft. Vanessa Guerrero // Student Bodies 1:06:34

3M ago1:06:34

1:06:34

Time to graduate out of our Student Bodies series as we discuss Urban Legend directed by Jamie Blanks. Vanessa Guerrero (Game Grumps) joins the boys to discuss modern myths and the effect Scream had on the slasher sub-genre. Make sure to check your backseat! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you…

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GOAT (2016) // Student Bodies 1:18:38

3M ago1:18:38

1:18:38

Garrett & DeVaughn enroll at Brookman University to discuss Goat, the film based on the true story memoir of the same name. We're discussing the cult-like nature of fraternities, toxic masculinity, and and the horrors of hazing rituals. Chug that beer, we're in for a bad time! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate u…

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MIDSOMMAR (2019) ft. Bailey Hunt // Student Bodies 1:43:51

3M ago1:43:51

1:43:51

The boys are hopping on a plane to Sweden as we discuss Midsommar with Garrett's longest friend Bailey! We're unpacking the toxic relationship between Dani & Christian, "good for her" horror, and Ari Aster's impeccable filmmaking prowess. (exhales sharply, then inhales) New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 sta…

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MASTER (2022) // Student Bodies 1:30:09

4M ago1:30:09

1:30:09

This month we're reminiscing about the horrors of college as selected by Arthouse Cinema Patron and former guest Yutaka Tamanaha! The boys are first taking a look at the institutionalized horror in Master. Note that we recorded this before the election results, so apologies if this episode is a bit too relevant because DeVaughn is on his soap box i…

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The Horror Games (2024) ft. Dane McDonald // SCC #212 2:07:51

4M ago2:07:51

2:07:51

Happy Halloween! We've got a special treat for you as DeVaughn, Garrett, and returning Specter Dane McDonald (Chasing Chalamet Podcast) to put some of your favorite horror icons through The Hunger Games. Pairing together heroes & villains from 5 different sub-genre districts, we're doing the whole event: The Reaping ceremony, the Tributes Parade, t…

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TERRIFIER 3 (2024) // SCC #211 1:35:00

4M ago1:35:00

1:35:00

Early Christmas movie 3 months in a row? What's going on here!? The boys wrap up (buh dum tsss) their coverage on Art the Clown discussing his latest holiday romp Terrifier 3. Is this a great slasher series or are people just obsessed with Art? How many more films are we gonna get? Violence against children, perverting Christmas, and much more. Sho…

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TERRIFIER 2 (2022) ft. Ygraine Hackett-Cantabrana // SCC #210 1:34:10

4M ago1:34:10

1:34:10

The boys survive Art the Clown while dealing with grief & trauma in Terrifier 2. Ygraine (What a Scream, Gore Things) joins the discussion to talk increased blood, winged Final Girl Sienna Shaw, and of course the gratuitous runtime. Honk honk! New episodes drop every Tuesday; subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars and share with a friend …

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TERRIFIER (2018) ft. Zoë Rose Smith // SCC #209 1:22:31

4M ago1:22:31

1:22:31

It's time to dive into Art the Clown proper as the boys are joined by Zoë Rose Smith to discuss Terrifier. New episodes drop every Tuesday; subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars and share with a friend while you're at it! Next week, we keep the terror train rolling as we discuss Terrifier 2. Specter Cinema Club is now on Patreon! Enter T…

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ALL HALLOWS' EVE (2013) ft. Ariel Powers-Schaub // SCC #208 1:31:36

5M ago1:31:36

1:31:36

This October we're bringing you tricks and treats! We kick off a month with Art the Clown with. his humble beginnings in the anthology film All Hallows' Eve. The boys are joined by Ariel Powers-Schaub (Pod and the Pendulum) to discuss her new sub-genre specific book Millenial Nasties, the characterization of Art the Clown, and the odd production of…

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SLEEPY HOLLOW (1999) ft. Kayte Terry // SepTimBurton 1:22:25

5M ago1:22:25

1:22:25

We transition from September to October talking the Spooky Season staple, Sleepy Hollow. The boys are joined by Kayte Terry (Tender Subject, Fangs For the Memories) to discuss Tim Burton's darkest and most mature film. Topics include the gothic atmosphere, the differences in an American folk tlae, and the icon that is Miranda Richardson. Watch your…

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BATMAN RETURNS (1992) ft. Mike Snoonian // SepTimBurton 1:27:26

5M ago1:27:26

1:27:26

Ho ho ho, the boys celebrate Christmas early by discussing Batman Returns. Mike Snoonian (Pod and the Pendulum) returns to weigh in on Burton's sexy take on the Caped Crusader. We're talking the horny love triangle, Keaton's take on Bruce Wayne, kink fetishes, and what it's like to live in Gotham City. Eat floor, high fiber! New episodes drop every…

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EDWARD SCISSORHANDS (1990) // SepTimBurton 1:25:15

5M ago1:25:15

1:25:15

The boys sit down to discuss the ultimate goth babygirl, Edward Scissorhands. We're talking Frankenstein allegories, the impeccable production design, the colorful cast of characters, if this is actually a romance, and how this is Tim Burton's most personal film. Pour yourself a glass of "lemonade" and enjoy! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscr…

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BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE (2024) // Spoiler Free Mini-Review 19:37

5M ago19:37

19:37

Taken from our Patreon show Watching the Watchlist, here's a spoiler-free review of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice fresh from the theater. We typically don't do negative reviews, but this one was personal and had to be talked about. We're talking the messy script, the lack of intention, and how the cast does their best to keep things afloat. You can hear …

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BEETLEJUICE (1988) // SepTimBurton 1:27:36

6M ago1:27:36

1:27:36

Burton, Burton, Burton! The boys summon up the goth Uncle of their childhood for a month of Tim Burton classics to kick off Spooky Season! First up is the kooky haunted house flick Beetlejuice. The boys discuss the iconography of the film, Burton as the ultimate gateway horror director, and the film's ever enduring legacy ahead of it's long awaited…

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ALIEN: ROMULUS (2024) // Xenomorgust 1:50:09

6M ago1:50:09

1:50:09

The boys close out the Alien franchise with the newest entry from Fedé Alvarez. We're talking series callbacks, fan expectations, new Xeno lore, and discuss our individual rankings of the films. In space, no one can hear you scream...unless it's Garrett yelling at DeVaughn for his Aliens placement. New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you …

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23 Minutes with Full Moon Pictures Creator Charles Band (QUADRANT Interview) 24:31

6M ago24:31

24:31

Surprise! DeVaughn sat down with the legendary director/producer Charles Band to discuss his 400th film Quadrant being released under Full Moon Pictures' new sub-label Pulp Noir. A young gal obsessed with serial killers becomes one herself as she emboddies Jack the Ripper in a VR online universe. You can stream the film now on the Full Moon Feature…

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PROMETHEUS (2012) & ALIEN: COVENANT ft. Jay Krieger // Xenomorgust 2:21:10

6M ago2:21:10

2:21:10

Ridley Scott returns to the franchise for two divisive prequel films! Jay Krieger (Genre Haze, Safe Room Podcast) returns to discuss Prometheus and Alien: Covenant. We're talking Scott's less-Alien focused lore decisions, fan response to these films, and get even more into the Xenomorph-pathogen-goo physiology. Gonna pull a David and commit a casua…

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ALIEN 3 (1992) & ALIEN RESURRECTION (1997) ft. Kat Hughes // Xenomorgust 2:04:44

6M ago2:04:44

2:04:44

After another round of hyper-sleep, the boys are joined by Kat Hughes (The Hollywood News, Movies With Mummy) to discuss the messy entries Alien 3 and Alien Resurrection. We're talking the alternate cuts, the series tonal shifts, and how Ellen Ripley's life totally sucks ass. Who do we gotta fuck to get this podcast sponsored?! New episodes drop ev…

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ALIEN (1979) & ALIENS (1986) ft. Clayton Jones & Shawn Murphy // Xenomorgust 2:24:17

7M ago2:24:17

2:24:17

It's our 200th episode! We're partying aboard the Nostromo as we kick off our month covering the Alien franchise, starting with a double-feature of Alien and the sequel Aliens. The boys are joined by Shawn & Clayton (Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies) to talk Xenomorph lore, the series horror legacy, and the mother of space Ellen Ripley. Follow quar…

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Ep142. Action Horror with Larry of the Your Move Creep Podcast 1:07:02

7M ago1:07:02

1:07:02

On this week's episode host Ygraine chats with Larry from the Your Move Creep podcast about action horrors. They discuss Project Wolf Hunting (2021) and Virus (1999)

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THE INVITATION (2016) // HollyWEIRD, California 1:20:23

7M ago1:20:23

1:20:23

While the boys cannot leave LA, we've avoidded the cults...for now. Garrett & DeVaughn wrap upour HollyWEIRD with an awkward dinner party discussing The Invitation. We discuss the social niceties of LA, the philosophy behind the cult, and how this film was an early template for grief porn in the 2010s. Don't drink the wine! New episodes drop every …

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Watching the Watchlist #8 (FLATLINERS, ANTIVIRAL, June Recap) // Patreon Clip 18:01

7M ago18:01

18:01

Here's a clip from our monthly Patreon show Watching the Watchlist; where DeVaughn & Garrett recap their previous months on Letterboxd, discuss new releases, and assign each other first-time viewings off their respective watchlists. Here's DeVaughn's take on Joel Schumacher's stylish sci-fi horror Flatliners If you want to hear the full episode, su…

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STARRY EYES (2015) // HollyWEIRD, California 1:14:08

7M ago1:14:08

1:14:08

It's time for another redux episode as DeVaughn & Garrett give Starry Eyes a proper review. The boys are discussing cringey starving artists, chasing ambitions in LA, and how eerie it is watching this in a post Me Too climate. Hail, Astraeus! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next …

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Ep. 141: Gore with Mo Moshaty 1:17:22

7M ago1:17:22

1:17:22

On this week's episode, host Ygraine and special guest Mo Moshaty discuss gore in horror. They chat about 1981's The Beyond directed by Lucio Fulci and 2016's Terrifier directed by Damian Leone.

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