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| MANHUNTER (1986) ft. Steph McKenna // 40th Anniversary | 12 Aug 2026 | 01:58:51 | |
It's time to enter the mind of a demented killer as we discuss Manhunter directed by Michael Mann. Steph McKenna (Evolution of Horror, The Writing Life) joins the show to discuss the film as a book adaptation, psychological terror, and how Michael Mann's sensibilities translate to horror. It's just you and me now, sport! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| THE FLY (1986) // 40th Anniversary | 06 Aug 2026 | 01:36:58 | |
Hop in your telepod, I mean time machine and dial it up to 1986! We're kicking off a month of anniversaries with The Fly directed by David Cronenberg. The boys discuss gooey body horror, the dangers of hubris & ego, and Cronenberg's artistic legacy. Cheeseburger! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| REFLECTION IN A DEAD DIAMOND (2025) // Giallo July | 28 Jul 2026 | 01:10:04 | |
Caught ya with a giallo twist! The boys are closing out the month with a more recent gem Reflection in a Dead Diamond directed by Hélène Cattet & Bruno Forzani. We're talking Euro spy thrillers, legacy, and how style is substance. Can you peel the skin mask off of a podcast? Give it a try! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| OPERA (1987) // Giallo July | 21 Jul 2026 | 01:15:39 | |
We're back at it with another giallo heavy-hitter as we discuss Opera directed by Dario Argento. We're talking the state of the sub-genre in the 80s, the insane set-pieces, and Argento's meta approach to artistic legacy. Don't be a dick to ravens! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| DON'T TORTURE A DUCKLING (1972) ft. Chrishaun Baker // Giallo July | 14 Jul 2026 | 01:10:38 | |
Week 2 of Giallo July has us back in folk horror territory as we discuss Don't Torture a Duckling directed by Lucio Fulci. Joining us is long-time listener Chrishaun Baker to tackle themes of small-town ostracization, darkness within the Catholic church, and the corruption of young children. This film has only one scene of titties and it's not as sexy as most giallo! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| TORSO (1973) // Giallo July | 07 Jul 2026 | 01:14:05 | |
Leather gloves, naked bodies, and kinky kills; get ready for a hot Hot Giallo Summer! The boys kick off their exploration of the Italian horror sub-genre discussing Torso directed by Sergio Martino. We're discussing voyeurism, gender politics, and breaking down the core elements that make a Giallo film. Things are about to get phallic! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| THE SERPENT'S SKIN (2026) ft. Mae Shults // Queer Directors | 30 Jun 2026 | 01:19:40 | |
Time to unlock your psychic abilities! Mae Shults (Pleasers & Punishers) to discuss The Serpent's Skin directed by the prolific Alice Maio Mackay. We're talking trans identity, harnessing your queer power, and a very sapphic romance. Just be careful not to pop anyone's brain! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Mae on social media: Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| HELLBENT (2004) // Queer Directors | 23 Jun 2026 | 01:15:20 | |
Time to throw on a jock-strap and head to WeHo as the boys discuss Hellbent directed by Paul Etheredge-Ouzts. We're talking queer friend group dynamics, the vulnerability in cruising, and this film's growing legacy as the first openly gay slasher. We love an ass in blue! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| BATMAN FOREVER (1995) // Queer Directors | 16 Jun 2026 | 01:35:16 | |
Ope, DeVaughn did it again; we're another Jim Carrey movie that's not really horror! The boys head back to Gotham City to talk Batman Forever directed by Joel Schumacher. We're talkin Val Kilmer's portrayal of the Dark Knight, the duality of many characters, and how Dr. Chase Meridian is the horniest psychiatrist of all time. JOYGASM! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| FREAKY (2020) ft. Bee Delores // Queer Directors | 09 Jun 2026 | 01:15:23 | |
Time to throw on that red, leather jacket as we discuss Freaky directed by Christopher Landon. Joining the boys is freelance write Bee Delores (B-Sides & Badlands) to discuss the queer implications in this body swap flick. We're talking using slasher tropes, body-swapped performances, and debate over modern Scream Queen Kathryn Newton. We're not here to clam-jam with you! Apologies for some warbled sound quality! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| THE INVISIBLE MAN (1933) // Queer Directors | 02 Jun 2026 | 01:20:57 | |
You already know what time of the year it is, Pride Month baby! We're kicking things off with The Invisible Man directed by queer godfather James Whale. We discuss Claude Raines' iconic vocal performance, themes of queer repression, and how the incredible effects still dazzle us 93 years later. This movie will never fade away! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| THE KILLING OF A SACRED DEER (2017) // Yorgos Lanthi-May | 26 May 2026 | 01:32:59 | |
Time to close out the month celebrating DeVaughn and Colin Farrell's birthday as we discuss The Killing of a Sacred Deer directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. Talking the impeccable performances, the concept of Martin's curse, themes of accountability, and if this is Yorgos' masterpiece. It's that critical moment we all knew would come! We had a microphone error, apologies Garrett doesn't sounds as clean as usual! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| BUGONIA (2025) ft. Alex A. Pagliuca // Yorgos Lanthi-May | 19 May 2026 | 01:59:14 | |
The boys tackle Bugonia, the most recent film by Yorgos Lanthimos. Joining Garrett & DeVaughn is writer Alex A. Pagliuca to discuss Emma Stone & Jesse Plemons' performances, the bleak tone, and the changes made from it's original source material Save the Green Planet! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| POOR THINGS (2023) ft. Mae Shults // Yorgos Lanthi-May | 12 May 2026 | 01:48:48 | |
Y'all thought we were done with Frankenstein adaptations!? We had to circle back around to discuss Poor Things directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. Mae Shults returns to discuss body autonomy, the luscious production design, Emma Stone's liberated performance, and Yorgos' prestige reputation up to this point. Put the podcast on during your furious jumping! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Mae on social media: Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| DOGTOOTH (2009) // Yorgos Lanthi-May | 05 May 2026 | 01:45:16 | |
It's DeVaughn's birthday month and we're gettin real weird with Yorgos Lanthimos; kicking things off with his 3rd film Dogtooth. We're talking the director's signature style, exploration of taboos, and deciding if this movie is a musical or not. How about a podcast episode of endurance? New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| THE COLLECTOR (2009) & THE COLLECTION (2012) // Bloody April Showers | 28 Apr 2026 | 01:40:51 | |
We got a double helping of carnage for our final installment of Bloody April Showers, discussing The Collector and The Collection directed my Marcus Dunstan. We discuss the Saw connections, the thief vs killer dynamic, and if the third film is actually happening or not. Give it to us or we'll eat your heart! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| INSIDE (2007) ft. Ariel Powers-Schaub // Bloody April Showers | 21 Apr 2026 | 01:11:35 | |
The boys are joined by Ariel Powers-Schaub (Millenial Nasties) to discuss the Christmas classic Inside directed by Alexandre Bustillo & Julien Maury. We're talking New French Extremity, subverting the tropes of pregnancy horror, and how blood can change the setting of the film. New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| I SAW THE DEVIL (2010) ft. Brad Hanson // Bloody April Showers | 14 Apr 2026 | 01:28:24 | |
We're cranking up the blood another notch as we discuss the South Korean revenge thriller I Saw the Devil directed by Kim Jee-woon. Joining the carnage is Brad Hanson (Gore Things) to break down thematic use of blood, the impeccable craft, and the horrors of revenge. Don't act so weak, this is only the beginning of the pod! (Apologies for a bit of crunchy audio, I think we got some computer mic audio by accident) New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| Bram Stoker's DRACULA (1992) // Bloody April Showers | 07 Apr 2026 | 01:34:33 | |
We're kicking off a bloody new theme with another gothic literary adaptation as we discuss Bram Stoker's Dracula directed by Francis Ford Coppola. The boys are discussing their favorite type of blood in horror movies, sexual desires related to blood, Gary Oldman's performance, and justice for Lucy. We have crossed oceans of time to find your podcast feed! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| VAN HELSING (2004) ft. Mae Shults // Mary's Monsters | 31 Mar 2026 | 01:19:28 | |
Last day of the month, we have one bonus Frankenstein's monster to talk in Van Helsing directed by Stephen Sommers. Mae Shults (Pleasers & Punishers) returns to get silly with the boys discussing this bombastic film; from the PS2 graphics to the brattiest version of Dracula on film. This podcast has no heart, we feel no love! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Mae on social media: Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| FRANKENSTEIN (2025) // Mary's Monsters // Episode 300! | 24 Mar 2026 | 02:21:03 | |
Our 300th episode is alive!!! The boys celebrate with the Academy Award-winning film Frankenstein directed by Guillermo Del Toro. We're discussing Del Toro's relationship to Mary Shelley's novel and his approach to adapting it, humanity, daddy issues, and the feats of production behind-the-scenes. If you are not to award us love, then we will indulge in podcast. And our podcast is infinite! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| FRANKENHOOKER (1990) ft. Brian Keiper // Mary's Monsters | 17 Mar 2026 | 01:35:30 | |
The boys are hitting the streets of grimy New York (and Jersey) for Frankenhooker directed by Frank Hennenlotter. We're joined by Frankenstein historian Brian Keiper (Holy Terrors) to discuss the comedic approach, the surprisingly complicated themes, and the iconography of the TITular character. Some need drugs, some people need booze, some just need some surgical assistance! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| THE BRIDE! (2026) ft. Sarah Stubbs // Mary's Monsters | 10 Mar 2026 | 01:46:14 | |
It's time to put on The Ritz while we discuss The Bride! directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal. The boys are joined by Sarah Stubbs (Final Girls Feast) discuss what type of Frankenstein adaptation this is, the bold swings, Buckley & Bale's fearless performances, and the divisive response. Get ready for a BRAIN ATTACK! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Sarah on social media: Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| THE CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN (1951) // Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus (1818) | 03 Mar 2026 | 01:32:23 | |
The boys hit the books as they set the stage discussing Mary Shelley's Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley, as we dive into its various adaptations. First up is the Hammer Horror classic The Curse of Frankenstein directed by Terrence Fischer. We're talking Victor's bitchy hubris, which parts of the book were adapted, and whatever the deal is with Victor's "tutor" Paul Krempe. It's alive! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| HEREDITARY (2018) // Runes & Rituals | 24 Feb 2026 | 01:57:57 | |
The boys close out folk horror month with a modern classic, Hereditary directed by Ari Aster. We discuss the insane details, Toni Collette's stunning performance, and how this is one of the best debut films of all-time. Hail Paimon! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| PUPMKINHEAD (1988) // Runes & Rituals | 17 Feb 2026 | 01:21:36 | |
The boys fly back to the states for a slice of southern fried folk horror as they discuss Pumpkinhead directed by Stan Winston. We're talkin revenge themes in folk horror, the design of Pumpkinhead, and why Lance Henrikson & Tom Woodruff Jr are Specter Cinema All-Stars. What, did you think this would be easy? New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| BLOOD ON SATAN'S CLAW (1971) ft. James Rose // Runes & Rituals | 10 Feb 2026 | 01:36:14 | |
Don't let the whimsical flute fool you, the games end real fast as we discuss Blood On Satan's Claw directed by Piers Haggard. The boys are joined by writer James Rose to discuss cults as counter-culture, gender oppression, and what makes a UK folk tale. It's ok, you can keep your Devil's Skin patch! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| THE WITCH (2016) ft. Mary Beth McAndrews // Runes & Rituals | 03 Feb 2026 | 01:36:26 | |
Time to sign the black book as we kick off a month of folk horror talking The VVitch, the directorial debut of Robert Eggers. Mary Beth McAndrews (director of Bystanders) returns to discuss the plights of being the eldest sibling, religious oppression, Egger's attention to detail, and the ascension of genre royalty Anya Taylor-Joy. Wouldst though like to live deliciously?! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| IF I HAD LEGS I'D KICK YOU (2025) ft. Kat Hughes // Favorites of '25 | 27 Jan 2026 | 01:28:39 | |
Taking a break from the infected, the boys are joined by Kat Hughes (Movies with Mummy) to discuss If I had Legs I'd Kick You directed by Mary Bronstein. We're discussing the horrors of parenthood, the existential fears of life's mundanity, and the Oscar-nominated performance by Rose Byrne. Relax, we're here to listen! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE (2026) // SCC #291 | 22 Jan 2026 | 01:46:39 | |
In our first new release episode of the year, we're tackling 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple directed by Nia DaCosta. The boys break down it's place in the franchise, the fantastic performances, and an early candidate for scene of the year. HOWZAT! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| 28 YEARS LATER (2025) ft. Amber T // Favorites of '25 | 13 Jan 2026 | 01:50:26 | |
Continuing through the "28 Rages Later" franchise, the boys are joined by Amber T (Fangoria) to discuss 28 Years Later directed by Danny Boyle. We talk the film's unique structure, the innovative film making, Brexit, and where this film stands in the zombie movie canon. Don't worry it's us, the microphones are just covered in iodine! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| 28 WEEKS LATER (2007) // SCC #289 | 06 Jan 2026 | 01:20:51 | |
Happy New Year! Kicking things off by running for our lives as we discuss 28 Weeks Later directed by Juan Carlos Fresnadillo. We discuss the sequel approach it takes, the Americanizing of the story, and Robert Carlysle playing one of horror's worst dads. Come here, give us a kiss! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| Best Horror Films of 2025 ft. Ygranie Hackett-Cantabrana // SCC #287 | 30 Dec 2025 | 01:49:51 | |
Another year of horror movies is in the books! The boys are joined by Ygraine (What a Scream) for the annual Best Horror Films of 2025 countdown. We're each bringing our Top 5 genre films of the year, plus giving out some awards such as Best Set-Piece and "Gimme More". Merry List Season, everybody! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Ygraine on social media Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| TWIN PEAKS: THE RETURN (2017) ft. Stephen Foxworthy // SCC #286 | 23 Dec 2025 | 02:34:03 | |
Ti's time to take our final lap around The Red Room as the boys, joined by Stephen Foxworthy (Disenfranchised Pod, Pod and the Pendulum), discuss Twin Peaks: The Return by David Lynch. We discuss the unique structure, doppelgängers, cosmic theories, Lynch's legacy, and what the hell all this means. Got a light? New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| TWIN PEAKS: FIRE WALK WITH ME (1992) // SCC #286 | 16 Dec 2025 | 01:28:26 | |
It's time to go back to when it all began as we cover Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me directed by David Lynch. The boys discuss the fallous of Season 2, reputation vs reality, life-long abuse, and the incredible performance by Sheryl Lee. Let's rock! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| TWIN PEAKS: Season 2 (1990-1991) // SCC #285 | 09 Dec 2025 | 01:40:21 | |
The boys are head into The Red Room to discuss Season 2 of Twin Peaks, created by David Lynch & Mark Frost. We dive further under the surface of Twin Peaks, as the darker and more surreal elements become more prevalent. We also discuss the extended season and the rough times behind the scenes leading to certain changes. We meet new characters and get closer to solving the mystery of Laura Palmer's murder. See you in 25 years! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: "Pin Tweaks" by Cormac Brown: | |||
| TWIN PEAKS: Season 1 (1990) /// SCC #284 | 04 Dec 2025 | 01:58:24 | |
It's Garrett's birthday month and everyone is getting spoiled as we tackle everything Twin Peaks, created by the incomparable David Lynch. We discuss Lynch's creative legacy, how this series came to be, and meet the eccentric residents of the enigmatic town. Mmm hmm, that's some damn good coffee! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Cormac on social media: Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| BATTLE ROYALE (2001) ft. Becci Sayce // Hunt or Be Hunted | 25 Nov 2025 | 01:18:11 | |
Sharpen your blades...or pot lids! We're diving into the contraversial Japanese masterpiece Battle Royale directed by Kinji Fukasaku. The boys are joined by writer Becci Sayce to discuss censorship, radicalization of the youth, and the enduring legacy of this film. Good luck! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Becci on social media Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| ASSASSINATION NATION (2018) ft. Tori Potenza // Hunt or Be Hunted | 18 Nov 2025 | 01:18:42 | |
Time to check out another eerily prophetic and politically charged film, Assassination Nation directed by Sam Levinson. Tori Potenza (Brooklyn Horror Fest) joins the boys to unpack a film with sticky morals and themes, tackling what it's like to be hunted in a digital landscape. Our phones may look like snuff films, but the podcast feed is safe! NOTE: apologies for the delay and some of the audio quality, many technical difficulties! Haunt Tori on social media: Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| PREDATOR: BADLANDS (2025) /// Hunt or Be Hunted | 11 Nov 2025 | 01:34:41 | |
The boys discuss Predator: Badlands directed by Dan Trachtenberg, the second in two installments to the franchise this year. The boys break down the additional Yautja lore and what it's like following a Predator for a change. You are not a tool, you're family! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema
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| PUNISHMENT PARK (1971) // Hunt or Be Hunted | 04 Nov 2025 | 01:28:41 | |
Accidentally relevant as always, the boys kick off November discussing Punishment Park directed by the late Peter Watkins. We break down the many socio-political themes, how the film was banned, and the found footage elements it pioneered. You made us say crap! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| FREDDY VS JASON (2003) + Franchise Rankings // A Nightmare at Camp Crystal Lake | 31 Oct 2025 | 02:02:14 | |
We've come to the end of our month long journey through Crystal Lake and Elm Street, time to wrap things up with Freddy vs Jason directed by Ronny Yu. The boys discuss the rare slasher mash-up and how it pays respects to both franchises, while being fun as hell. After that, the boys rank both franchises separately and together, while also giving out some awards. Freddy died by fire, Jason by water...how do we use that!? New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| FRIDAY THE 13TH (2009) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:59:20 | |
Let's take it back to Jason's first killing spree...again! The boys are discussing Friday the 13th (2009) directed by Marcus Nispel. We discuss the incredible cold open and how this film remade a mix of the original first 4 films. Your ears are stupendous, perfect lobe placement! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (2010) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:57:57 | |
The boys go up against Freddy once again with Nancy...Holbrook? It's time to talk A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010) directed by Samuel Bayer. We discuss what possibly went wrong with this sauceless film and if there are any redeeming features? You smell different... (fuck, is that really the best Freddy has in this one?) New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| JASON X (2001) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:49:16 | |
Everyone knew it was coming and were still baffled by Jason X directed by James Isaac. The boys discuss franchise entries in space, the continuity, and all things Über Jason. It's ok guys, we just want our microphones back! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| WES CRAVEN'S NEW NIGHTMARE (1994) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake | 29 Oct 2025 | 01:00:57 | |
It's time to catch up with Nanc- I mean, Heather as we discuss New Nightmare directed by Wes Craven. The boys discuss the state of the franchise and Craven's first forray into the world of meta horror. Hurry up and listen, please! We're sleepy... New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| JASON GOES TO HELL: THE FINAL FRIDAY (1993) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake | 27 Oct 2025 | 01:03:30 | |
It's Jason's final rodeo...again! The boys are talkin Jason Goes to Hell directed by Adam Marcus. DeVaughn and Garrett debate where this film stands in the Friday the 13th canon, the ambitious concept, and whether it delivers on its title or not. In our professional opinion? This guy is dead as shit! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| FREDDY'S DEAD: THE FINAL NIGHTMARE (1991) // A Nightmare on Crystal Lake | 22 Oct 2025 | 01:05:52 | |
It's time for a good ol' Irish wake as the boys discuss Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare directed by Rachel Talalay. We're talkin the franchise entering the 90s, the baffling structure, and the confusing approach to Freddy's swan song. You could say it is definitely not Prime Time, bitch... New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 5: THE DREAM CHILD (1989) // A Nightmare on Crystal Lake | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:52:26 | |
New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||
| FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VIII: JASON TAKES MANHATTAN (1989) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake | 20 Oct 2025 | 00:52:44 | |
Jason takes a bite out of the big apple...or maybe a nibble. The boys discuss Friday the 13th: Jason Takes Manhattan directed by Rob Hedden. We discuss the aquatic/ship shenanigans, little wet guy Jason, and the mystery of New York's toxic waste. Walking corpses are not real! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: Haunt DeVaughn on social media: Specter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard | |||