JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. On this episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by FeaturingJurgs, a movie aficionado and critic, who I met through his insightful TikTok content. We're delving into the Fear Street Trilogy available on Netflix, which is an R-rated set of slasher films inspired by R.L. Stine's books. We dissect each film, appreciating the neon mall aesthetic, horror comedy elements, and the unexpected plot twists. Jergen and I agree on the ingenious storytelling, which interweaves three different narratives to explain a horrifying curse. Lastly, we discuss the Oscars and their tendency to overlook certain types of movies, raising questions about the value of suffering in cinematic storytelling. We also speculate about the potential for a Fear Street spin-off series set in the present day. Whether you're a movie buff or a casual viewer, this episode promises a mix of movie critique, industry insights, and speculation on upcoming releases. So, listen in as Jergen and I dissect, discuss and celebrate the world of film and television. (0:00:00) - Fear Street Trilogy and Concert Movies We discuss Netflix's Fear Street trilogy, SAG-AFTRA's tentative deal, Beyonce's movie, and Taylor Swift's concert movie. (0:15:42) - Discussion on Fear Street Film Trilogy Jergen and I discuss the neon mall aesthetic, homage to the original movie, twist with the phone call scene, and hooded Ryan scene from the bloodiest Fear Street movie. (0:34:15) - Horror Movies Fear Street trilogy pushes horror boundaries with supernatural horror, slasher films, psychological distance, grief themes, and unexpected plot twists. (0:50:21) - Criticism of Oscar Voters and Entertainment Jergen and I discussed the Oscars, Taylor Swift, Stranger Things, Fear Street, and the 1978 camp nightwing massacre. (0:57:28) - Finn Wolfhard's New Movie Discussion The Fear Street trilogy pushed horror boundaries with unexpected kills and plot twists, neon mall aesthetic, and reviving characters. (1:01:11) - Analyzing the Trilogy's Story and Themes Jergen and I discuss the Fear Street trilogy's second movie, Taylor Swift's success, the final girl, horror comedy elements, and the Oscars controversy. (1:14:19) - Movie's Plot and Characters Discussion We discussed Ziggy and Cindy's courage, the sheriff's attempt to win Sadie's sympathy, and the need to sacrifice themselves to end the curse. (1:19:57) - Fear Street Trilogy and Film Adaptations Jergen and I discuss the Fear Street trilogy's unique approach to storytelling, horror, comedy, and kills, leading to a gut-punch ending. (1:29:58) - Analysis of Fear Street Trilogy Themes Jergen and I discuss Fear Street's horror comedy elements, neon mall aesthetic, homage to the novel, resourceful characters, unexpected plot twists, and teenage girls' sly code names. (1:41:09) - Discussion on Fear Street Trilogy Jergen and I discussed the horror comedy elements of the Fear Street trilogy, manipulation of fear, tragic ending, and power of fear. (1:49:33) - Fear Street Trilogy and Horror Movies Jergen and I discussed Fear Street's horror comedy elements, neon mall aesthetic, homage to the original movie, unexpected twist, Taylor Swift's projects, and the trilogy's boundary-pushing plot twists. (2:00:51) - Possibility of Fear Street Spin-Off Jergen and I discuss potential spinoff series of Fear Street, Mike Flanagan's departure, Taylor Swift's projects, and the second movie's score and editing. (2:13:01) - Apple TV Recommendations and TV Shows Jergen and I discuss Fear Street's horror comedy elements, neon mall aesthetic, potential spinoff series, and Oscars controversy. (2:18:24) - Discussion on TV Shows and Movies We discuss the neon mall aesthetic, homage to Fear Street, plot twists, potential spinoff series, Oscars controversy, and Taylor Swift's projects. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ivebeenmeaningtowatchthat/support