Join me as I take a solo journey through my changing perceptions of horror movies and why I've started to appreciate them more. Discover my personal journey from avoidance to appreciation as I unravel the layers of the horror genre, sharing my favorite films, debunking misconceptions, and discussing why some remakes work while others fall short. Listen as I talk about how our vivid imaginations can create nightmares from these films, and how exploring the darker themes of humanity can lead to a deeper understanding of the world. In addition, I share some updates about the recent strikes in the entertainment industry. Learn about the end of the writer strike and the significant victory for the WGA. However, the actor strike continues and I delve into the ongoing issues and negotiations happening with big Hollywood studios. I discuss the need for increased pay for actors, dancers, stunt people, and VFX artists who often find themselves overworked and underpaid. Finally, I contemplate the changing landscape of cinema and the film industry. The rise of streaming services, the focus on blockbuster films, and the decline of the movie star phenomenon are reshaping the entertainment world. I discuss how this shift has led to the removal of films and TV shows from online libraries, affecting the accessibility and longevity of many works. This episode is packed with personal insights, industry updates, and an in-depth exploration of the world of horror films. Tune in and join the conversation. (0:00:01) - Writer and Actor Strike Updates I discussed horror movies, the WGA/AMPTP agreement, actor strike, and fair pay for performers. (0:12:05) - Horror Movies and Cal Penn's Career I discuss my experience with horror movies, favorite and least favorite, and why others may not enjoy them. (0:17:52) - Misconceptions and Discoveries in Horror Films Introduced to horror genre, explored different types, discussed classic and newer movies, debunked misconceptions. (0:28:17) - Opinions on Horror Movies and Remakes I discuss horror movies, remakes, Fresh, Halloween Kills, The Perfection, Stranger Things, and nightmares. (0:36:11) - Finding Comfort and Exploring Darkness Horror films help us process difficult parts of life, understand the world, and grapple with darker aspects of humanity. (0:40:48) - Horror Movies Discussing horror movies, Bodies, Bodies, Bodies, Scream, and why they can help cope with anxieties. (0:49:07) - Decline of Cinema, Changing Landscape The death of cinema has led to the death of the movie star, streaming services' focus on blockbusters, and the deletion of films and TV shows. Podcast Socials Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ive-Been-Meaning-To-Watch-That-113280083760521/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivebeenmeaning2/ Thank you so much for listening to the podcast. We really appreciate it. If you would like to support the podcast, you can subscribe for 4.99 a month. https://anchor.fm/ivebeenmeaningtowatchthat/support Manika's Socials Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1CmokqeLIagz7nYQJfeRIw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdulcio98/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/manika3000 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@manika3000?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ivebeenmeaningtowatchthat/support