This episode, we're taking on a real brain-bender: the French film "Titane"'; a whirlwind of sex, death, cars, and a whole heap of existential questions. The movie is a tough cookie, but MAYA MURPHY and I here to break it down and make it all a bit simpler for you. Together we’ll explore the layers of this challenging but rewarding yet deeply f***ed up film. Trust me, there’s more than just the hyperviolence, graphic nudity and car sex surface to uncover. So buckle up, because we’re about to embark on a journey through the bizarre and beautiful chaos that is "Titane."Takeaways: The film 'Titane' explores complex themes of identity, sexuality, and the nature of humanity through its unique narrative. The lead character's relationship with cars serves as a metaphor for deeper emotional connections and societal taboos around sexuality. Despite its shocking elements, 'Titane' ultimately reveals a story about acceptance, love, and the struggle for identity in a harsh world. Understanding 'Titane' requires looking beyond its surface-level provocations to appreciate its artistic commentary on life and human experience. Links referenced in this episode:Purchase Maya Murphy's new PC game ROSEWATER at Steam and GOG.univozpods.netrosewatergogtubiwww.bandcamp.comThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp
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Even More NIGHT OF THE DEMONS! - A Deep Dive Chat with MATT KNIFE
"Angela" -Episode Art by MZK Art and Design . Follow them on Instagram @matthewzkesslerartAnd buy some fabulous gay soap from Baron Von SoapOur two-part NIGHT OF THE DEMONS SPECTACULAHHRR continues with the in-depth conversation with superfan MATT KNIFE.We'll delve into our personal histories with the movie as well as why it resonates so well with us as gay men.NIGHT OF THE DEMONS is currently available to stream on Shudder, Peacock and Tubi.Mentioned in this episode:Bliss BookPick up the gnarly new survivor horror novel BLISS by Brandon Halsey on Amazon! "It's like 28 DAYS LATER meets THE STAND meets TRAINSPOTTING!"Bliss PromoThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp
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"Blessed be the sinners..." - NIGHT OF THE DEMONS (1988)
It's campy.It's raunchy.It's gory.It's the beloved 1988 cult classic crowd pleaser, NIGHT OF THE DEMONS!In fact, I love this movie so much, I'm throwing a two-part SPECTACULAHHHR.Ten rambunctious teens throw a Halloween party in a spooky abandoned funeral parlor and end up raising hell.`In part of the SPECTACULAHHHR, I'm joined by everyone's favorite heterosexual podfaders and Night of the Demons virgins, ALLISON NOWACKI and BRYAN J. POLK.NIGHT OF THE DEMONS is available on SHUDDER, TUBI, and PEACOCK.Directed by KEVIN TENNEY, written by JOE AUGUSTYN, starring CATHY PODEWELL, ALVIN ALEXIS, HAL HAVINS, ALLISON BARRON, WILLIAM GALLO, LANCE FENTON, LINNEA QUIGLEY, MIMI KINKAIDE, JILL TERASHITA and PHILIP TANZINIMentioned in this episode:Bliss BookPick up the gnarly new survivor horror novel BLISS by Brandon Halsey on Amazon! "It's like 28 DAYS LATER meets THE STAND meets TRAINSPOTTING!"Bliss PromoThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp
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"There are other kinds of justice in this world...." - DARK NIGHT OF THE SCARECROW (1981)
This bonus episode of ScreamQueenz contains a newly public episode of IT CAME FROM THE '70s! originally broadcast on November 3, 2023.Climb aboard Polyester Airlines for a charter flight back in time to the year 1981 to discuss the truly chilling tale of supernatural retribution, DARK NIGHT OF THE SCARECROW.In the quiet town of Bogan, four vigilantes hunt down and execute a local mentally-challenged man for a crime he did not commit. But just when they think they've gotten away with it, the wicked quartet encounter dark savage justice when one by one they are terrorized and killed by a figure in a scarecrow costume.Your copilot for this ill-advised journey into terror is the fabulous TRAE DEAN from "Damn You, Uncle Lewis!"DARK NIGHT OF THE SCARECROW is currently streaming on SHUDDER, PEACOCK , TUBI and YOUTUBE. Directed by Frank De Felitta, written by J.D Feigelson & Butler Hancock, starring Charles Durning, Larry Drake, Jocelyn Brando, Lane Smith, Claude Earl Jones, Robert F. Lyons and Tonya Crowe.Mentioned in this episode:Bliss BookPick up the gnarly new survivor horror novel BLISS by Brandon Halsey on Amazon! "It's like 28 DAYS LATER meets THE STAND meets TRAINSPOTTING!"Bliss PromoBliss BookPick up the gnarly new survivor horror novel BLISS by Brandon Halsey on Amazon! "It's like 28 DAYS LATER meets THE STAND meets TRAINSPOTTING!"Bliss PromoThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp
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"Vestal Virgins, Soul-Sucking Shapeshifters & a Clowder of Cats!" - STEPHEN KING'S SLEEPWALKERS (1992)
"Outrageous!"-"Ridiculous!"-"Offensive!"-"Fabulous!"Well, enough about me. Let's talk about SLEEPWALKERS!Join me, Patrick Walsh, and my guest, everyone's favorite New York City-based undead horror host Unkle Spooky on a deranged deep dive into the delicious chaos that is STEPHEN KING'S SLEEPWALKERS, a film as taboo and flawed as it is wildly entertaining.Tanya and Charles are the perfect All-American high school couple about to go on their first date. Unfortunately for Tanya, Charles and his mother are unkillable incestuous shapeshifting werecats who feed on the souls of young virgins, and Tanya is next on their menu! Will Tanya fall prey to these kinky beasts? Or is there an adorable four-legged hero somewhere who knows the one thing that can stop this monstrous duo forever? Look, I know this movie is a hot mess, but I still love it, warts and all, because hiding under all the absurdity, there's true greatness just waiting for someone to find it.And that someone is ME.SLEEPWALKERS was directed by Mick Garris, written by Stephen King and stars Mädchen Amick, Brian Krause, Alice Krige and Ron Perlman.Links referenced in this episode:univozpods.netflyingfoxtavern.comicepalace.clubUnkle SpookyMentioned in this episode:Bliss BookPick up the gnarly new survivor horror novel BLISS by Brandon Halsey on Amazon! "It's like 28 DAYS LATER meets THE STAND meets TRAINSPOTTING!"Bliss PromoBliss BookPick up the gnarly new survivor horror novel BLISS by Brandon Halsey on Amazon! "It's like 28 DAYS LATER meets THE STAND meets TRAINSPOTTING!"Bliss...
A twice-monthly look at the weird and wonderful world of horror movies as seen through the host's very gay eyes. Killer reviews, off-beat comedy and unforgettable guests. In 2016, ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY chose as one of the Top 9 LGBT Podcasts while RUE MORGUE MAGAZINE put the show on their Top 25 Horror Podcasts list.
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