Watch If You Dare – Details, episodes & analysis

On this extra special episode, Aaron's little brother Josiah joins to discuss 1979's science fiction horror masterpiece "Alien" directed by Ridley Scott and written by Dan O'Bannon. They talk about their personal experiences with the movie including their first exposure to it and what they take away from the film. They also get into how it helped contribute to the blockbuster zeitgeist, it's inspirations from "Dark Star" to "Star Wars," the insane pedigree of everyone involved in the film's making, Giger, sexual themes, franchise creation, and many many other aspects of the movie. Derek and Aaron still don't understand what they're dealing with. Josiah admires its purity. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Spotify, iHeartRadio and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook and Twitter @WatchIfYouDare

On this episode, the Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek cover 1987's killer toy flick "Dolls" directed by Stuart Gordon. They talk about the role of toys as a childhood attachment and gateway to fantasy, the exploration of younger generations moving away from toys, and the strange juxtaposition of kindertrauma and adult horror through the movie. They also touch on the history of dolls and killer toy movies, how the plot is simple and surreal, uncanny valley with living toys, whether or not the sub-genre is genuinely scary, among many other topics about the film. Derek can remember every toy he had as a kid. And they remember Aaron! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Spotify, iHeartRadio and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook and Twitter @WatchIfYouDare

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 barn! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare

Watch If You Dare tackles the 1960 horror masterpiece "Psycho" directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Coinciding with the film's US debut 60th anniversary, Derek and Aaron are joined by Jim McDevitt and Eric San Juan, authors of "A Year of Hitchcock: 52 Weeks with the Master of Suspense," "Hitchcock’s Villains: Murderers, Maniacs, and Mothers Issues," and other titles. They discuss the impact of this film on the entire genre and tropes of horror, history of Hitchcock and production, how it remains effective decades later, among many other topics. Tune in to hear everything they go through! The boys know their best friend is their mother. Please check out and support Jim McDevitt and Eric San Juan. https://www.amazon.com/Jim-McDevitt/e/B002OKTW2Q/ http://ericsanjuan.com/ Twitter: @ericsanjuan and @jimmcdevitt We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Stitcher, Spotify, CastBox, and Google Play. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Our socials are on Facebook and Twitter @WatchIfYouDare

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This week, Aaron and Derek dig into 2015's horror film "The Invitation" directed by Karyn Kusama. They discuss Kusama's directing history, how this film is especially effective horror for adults, and parallels to real trauma and relationships. They also talk about the balance of bleakness and glimmers of hope by the end of the film. Derek and Aaron really want you to drink from a suspicious glass and give this episode a listen.

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For the first time ever, the Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek recorded a commentary track. Their first choice is the insane 1983 slasher film "Sleepaway Camp" written and directed by Robert Hiltzik. Match up your movie watch with their commentary to hear them talk about the dangerous nature of the film, discuss the problematic elements, and laugh at all the ridiculous acting and dialogue choices. They also cover some of the cast and franchise history. Just in time for summer!

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This week, James Hales returns to the podcast to discuss 1981's Italian supernatural horror film "The Beyond" directed by Lucio Fulci with the Spoop Bois, Derek and Aaron. They discuss the surreal and ridiculous nature of this film, Fulci movies, and Italian horror in general. They also dig into the portrayal of Louisiana, the insane amount of gore, Fulci's obsession with eye trauma, the plot details behind the horror, among other details. James, Aaron and Derek face the sea of darkness, and all therein that may be explored. 

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This week, Aaron and Derek put on their sunglasses and watch 1988's science-fiction action horror film "They Live" directed by the great John Carpenter. They discuss the movie's politics and relevancy to today as well as whether or not this is considered a horror classic. They also gush about Roddy Piper and Keith David, dig further into Carpenter's brand, and touch on all the societal satire in general. Put on this podcast or start eating that trashcan. We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Stitcher, Spotify, CastBox, and Google Play. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Our socials are on Facebook and Twitter @WatchIfYouDare

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This week, Aaron and Derek tackle 1997's science fiction horror film "Event Horizon" directed by Paul W. S. Anderson. They discuss the nostalgia and cult status surrounding the film, the use of mid to late 90s effects and dialogue, and what it borrows from other franchises. They also dig into the possibility of the director's cut and extended footage of the "hell scenes." Aaron doesn't need eyes to see. Derek brought something back with him.  We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Stitcher, Spotify, CastBox, and Google Play. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Our socials are on Facebook and Twitter @WatchIfYouDare

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This week, Aaron and Derek return to South Korean horror with 2016's supernatural thriller "The Wailing" directed by Na Hong-jin. They discuss why "The Wailing" is a horror modern masterpiece and further talk about the quality of Korean cinema in general. They also dig into the brilliant snap tone shifts, the ritualistic nature of supernatural and demonic activity, and the historical undertones with Korea's relationship with outside cultures portrayed in the film. Aaron saw something in the window and is sending Derek to check it out. Find out what happens next!  We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Stitcher, Spotify, CastBox, and Google Play. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Our socials are on Facebook and Twitter @WatchIfYouDare

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