On this extra special episode, Patrick Bromley (critic, host of "F This Movie!" podcast, contributor on Bloody Disgusting, Daily Dead, and Corpse Club) returns to the show and the horror chick Heather Wixson (author and former horror journalist) makes her first guest appearance to discuss 1986's body horror masterpiece "The Fly" directed by David Cronenberg. They also talk about Heather and Patrick's new book "In Search of Darkness," the definitive print companion to the horror documentary of...

After an unexpected hiatus, Aaron and Derek are back to tackle 1990's spider attack horror flick "Arachnophobia" directed by Frank Marshall in his directorial debut. They talk about Aaron's severe arachnophobia, how fun the cast is, and what it was like filming with real spiders. They also get into trusting health experts, wishing movies like this were still made, Frank Marshall's wild career in film, and many other aspects of the film. Aaron and Derek know there's a spider in the...

On this episode, Derek and Aaron tackle 1997's Canadian independent sci-fi horror flick "Cube" directed and co-written by Vincenzo Natali. They talk about the themes of paranoia and hopelessness, the simple yet effective aesthetic of the setting, and how the filmmaking choices worked around having a small budget. They also get into the amateur performances, Natali's initial ideas for the Cube, how the lack of explanation works, and many other aspects of the movie. Derek and Aaron know that...

First time guest Dash Chain joins Aaron and Derek to discuss 2019's psychological horror movie "Us" written and directed by Jordan Peele. They talk about Peele's inspiration behind writing the movie, the commentary on American privilege and other themes, and the unsettling nature of doppelgängers. They also get into the horror and comedy in this flick vs "Get Out," the excellent cast and performances, the deliberate visuals and dialogue in every scene, among many other aspects of the film....

On this episode, librarian and show superfan Heather Gunnell joins Aaron and Derek to discuss 1968's psychological horror film "Rosemary's Baby" written and directed by the very problematic Roman Polanski and adapted from Ira Levin's 1967 novel. Trigger warning: there is discussion about Polanski's 1977 sexual abuse case and other allegations. As far as the movie goes, they talk about the fears of pregnancy, loss of control, gaslighting, and isolation. They also get into differences between...

This episode, the Spoop Bois Derek and Aaron tackle 1990's psychological thriller film "Misery" directed by Rob Reiner and adapted from Stephen King's 1987 book of the same name. They discuss the idea of toxic fandom under the modern lens, the positive change of expanding the sheriff's story, and the wonderful balance of dread and dark comedy. They also get into the casting that led to the amazing performances, why this should be considered a horror movie, the tone of violence in the film vs...

For the first episode of 2024, Aaron and Derek are joined by author and podcaster Nina G. Jones ("Twisted Mirror" podcast) to discuss 2017's psychological horror film "The Killing of a Sacred Deer" directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. They get into the strange character behaviors, ideas of revenge and impossible choices, and whether or not this movie can be considered a dark comedy. They also talk about allusions to Greek tragedy and myths, familial dynamics and favoritism, Barry Keoghan's...

For the Christmas 2023 episode, the Spoop Bois are joined by returning guest Andrew Parker ("Ob(scene)" on Scare You To Sleep podcast) to discuss 1995's Spanish-Italian holiday comedy horror movie "El día de la bestia" ("The Day of the Beast") directed by Álex de la Iglesia. They get into Iglesia's filmography, subjects and themes throughout his movies, and the impact "The Day of the Beast" had on Spain's cinema and pop culture. They also talk about the open ended nature of the plot, the...

This episode, Aaron and Derek tackle 2006's eco-horror movie "The Last Winter" directed by Larry Fessenden. They discuss how the Alaskan setting itself is both beautifully shot and a major contributor to the horror. They also get into the obvious commentary on the environment, Fessenden's interpretation of events vs what the movie shows, the harsh setting used in production and why some aspects of the movie may not work. It's coming up from the ground - podcasters...Aaron and Derek.Support us...

For Thanksgiving, the Spoop Bois are joined by returning guests Nate Boyd & Tyler McCarty of The Bruce Campbell Podcast and Animorphing Time Podcast to tackle the 1980s cult holiday slasher film "Blood Rage" directed by John Grissmer. They discuss why they chose this film and what makes it perfect horror viewing for Thanksgiving. They also dig into what Nate & Tyler thought about the movie and their opinions on character motivations. Derek is not Aaron. Nate and Tyler are eating...

This episode, new guest Whitney (cohost of the podcast "True Crime Campfire") joins Aaron and Derek to discuss 1982's slasher film "The House on Sorority Row" written and directed by Mark Rosman. They talk about what makes this underrated and stand out from the 80s Friday the 13th "clones" and how it subverts tropes and expectations from the genre and even it's own title. They also get into the shooting locations, the female led cast, the horrors of making poor choices in college, and many...

Aaron and Derek conclude 2023's "Season of Spoop" on urban legend themed films by discussing 1999's supernatural found footage horror movie "The Blair Witch Project" with guest and friend of the show Lauren Willson! They talk about the late-90s cultural phenomena surrounding the film's release, the wild mass marketing campaign, and its influence on modern found footage horror. They also get into whether or not the quality of the actual filmmaking holds up, the horrors of being lost in the...

The day is Friday, October 13th 2023. "Season of Spoop" covering urban legend themed films continues with Aaron and Derek tackling 1980's slasher classic "Friday the 13th" directed by Sean S. Cunningham and written by Victor Miller. They discuss how this further propelled the trope heavy modern slasher, how it compares to other slasher franchises and its own sequels, and what made this an independent release. They also get into Betsy Palmer's involvement, the severe critical derision it...

The Spoop Bois kick off Halloween 2023's "Season of Spoop" covering urban legend themed films! They start by discussing 1992's "Candyman" written and directed by Bernard Rose with guest and friend of the show Kelly Sherman. They talk about Tony Todd's iconic role in comparison with other horror greats, the sociopolitical issues and how they relate to modern times, and whether or not there are elements that have aged poorly. They also get into the original Clive Barker story, examples of urban...

The Spoop Bois continue their journey through Hill House, and the great Shelby Scott (creator and host of "Scare You To Sleep" podcast) joins them to tackle 1999's "The Haunting" directed by Jan de Bont. They talk about Steven Spielberg and Stephen King's original involvement, the deviation from both the original novel and 1963 film version, and the outrageously extravagant set design. They also get into the movie's focus on the supernatural, the wild cast and whether or not they fit the...

This episode, Aaron and Derek cover 1963's classic horror film "The Haunting" directed by Robert Wise and adapted by Nelson Gidding from Shirley Jackson's 1959 novel "The Haunting of Hill House." They talk about the set dressing of the house, the movie similarities and deviations from the novel, and how Gidding and Wise's take on the story influenced the adaptation. They also discuss Nell and Theo's characterizations, the horror shown through interpersonal relationships in a secluded space,...

This episode, the Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek tackle 2012's "Sinister" directed by Scott Derrickson and written by C. Robert Cargill and Derrickson. They talk about what makes this Derrickson's best, how the lighting and house setting are utilized, and all things Bughuul. They also get into the film remaining minimally sensationalized despite the snuff elements, the true crime obsession of the protagonist, and many other aspects of the film. Don't worry podcasts. Aaron and Derek will make you...

This episode, Derek and Aaron tackle 1976's science fiction horror movie "God Told Me To" written, directed, and produced by Larry Cohen. They talk about Cohen's wildly creative ideas, the gorilla, shot-on-location style of the flick, and the horror of random mass violence towards innocent people. They also get into the insane swings and twists through the plot, the inspirations from the Bible and "Chariots of the Gods," and so much more about the film. Why? God told Aaron and Derek...

Lauren and Heather return to talk 2004's horror film "Saw" directed by James Wan in his feature directorial debut with the Spoop Bois. They tackle how "Saw" impacted horror and popularized "torture-porn," what aged well vs what didn't, Leigh Whannell's involvement with the franchise including writing the script, and audience reactions in a post-9/11 world. They also get into their own experiences, compare the movie to nu metal, delve into its effect on pop culture, and discuss many other...

On this episode, Sean Marz returns to the show to discuss 1989's black comedy film "The 'Burbs" directed by Joe Dante with Aaron and Derek. They talk about whether or not this counts as horror or horror-adjacent, the excellent comedic timing of Tom Hanks, Carrie Fisher and rest of the cast, and the nostalgic value of this movie. They also get into the themes of Americana, the horror of living in the suburbs, Joe Dante's ability of blending humor and macabre, among many other aspects of the...

Dr. Jeff returns to the show to discuss 1990's medical horror flick "Flatliners" directed by Joel Schumacher with the Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek. They talk about Schumacher's wild career, certain lighting and aesthetics he brings out in his movies, and how this project came about. They also get into the medical inaccuracies, the way the plot handles near death experiences, the superstar lineup of the cast, among many other aspects of the film. Aaron and Derek will bring the equipment. Jeff...

This episode, Jonathan returns to the show to talk 1982's Spanish-American slasher "Pieces" (Mil gritos tiene la noche "The Night Has 1,000 Screams") directed by Juan Piquer Simón. They discuss how this movie is trying to be serious despite the crazy and transgressive premise and how it accidentally becomes a parody. They also get into all the horror genres and movies it's riffing on, some of Simón's other work, Jonathan's response as a non-horror and movie watcher, etc. Jonathan will send...

This episode, Aaron and Derek tackle 2001's Spanish gothic horror film "The Devil's Backbone" directed by Guillermo del Toro. They get into a brief history of the Spanish Civil War, Guillermo del Toro's background and career, and del Toro's exploration of boyhood, fairytale and horror. They also talk about each character in the orphanage and what fuels their motivations, how well this ghost story functions within the Spanish Civil War, and many other aspects of the movie. What is a Derek?...

This episode, the Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek cover 1973's British folk horror classic "The Wicker Man" directed by Robin Hardy. They spend a lot of time comparing and contrasting Sgt. Neil Howie and Lord Summerisle and how both are presenting dubious, religious exteriors. They also talk about the influence the film had on folk horror and pop culture, the creation of the fictious community, the menacing acting presence of Sir Christopher Lee, the wild mess of a remake, among many other aspects...