blog

The Resident Evil film franchise isn't known for it's successful iterations. The films are universally panned, and barely scrape a profit. Bringing in an established and well known talent like Zack Cregger shows us that Constantin Film may be tired of mediocre releases. Anthony DeRouen and Kevin Nickelson discuss the potential for a serious Resident Evil adaptation. Listen on Spotify, Amazon Music , Apple iTunes , Overcast , Radio Public

As the story goes: an L.A. cop discovers a local task force is hiding a secret that puts the residents of his childhood neighborhood in danger. Starring Jermaine Fowler, Justin Long, and Freddie Gibbs Night Patrol has a strong 90' Los Angeles racial tension/supernatural vibe to it that we enjoyed. Well executed with loads of practical effects. Writer and Director Ryan Prows stops by the 'cast to dish on Night Patrol! Listen on Spotify , Amazon Music , Apple iTunes , Overc

Many fledgling filmmakers looking to breakout in the business will know this talk all too well. You have a book or film you're working to have picked up. You've seen some interest but nothing has solidified yet. This is the current state of The Damned Next Door. A solid piece of content waiting for a producer's home. Join us as we delve into the story and find out what's next! Listen on Spotify , Amazon Music , Apple iTunes , Overcast , Radio Public

The Fetus revolves around a couple who become pregnant with a half-human, half-demonic fetus with a thirst for blood-and must uncover its terrifying origins before it's too late. Starring Bill Moseley and Lauren LaVera has everything you want in horror: practical effects, primal screams, excellent sound design and camerawork, and Bill Moseley ! This is a film you need to favorite and watch. Join Kevin Nickelson and Anthony DeRouen as we talk The Fetus with Joe Lam! Listen on

After mysteriously inheriting her parents house, a lifelong orphan finds a camcorder and a collection of video tapes containing the gruesome secrets of her family's past, and the horrifying truth behind the camcorder they were captured on. We sit down with director Bruce Wemple to get the scoop on the rising in popularity found footage horror film Capture! Listen on Spotify , Amazon Music , Apple iTunes , Overcast , Radio Public

Beyond Mamushi a new psychological supernatural horror film from writer and director Beyond Mamushi tells a story about the effects of mental abuse on the human psyche, and when the abnormal becomes normal. Due to its dark matter this was not an easy film to make, but the execution, atmosphere and tension are well crafted. This episode is sponsored by our friends at Ink Tip. if you’re a producer searching for your next killer project, or a writer hoping to get your script out

Dustin Ferguson is a busy man, but he found time to write and direct Midnight 3, now available from SoCal Cinema Studios, starring Brinke Stevens and Jorel Diez. This is 70 minutes of horror fun! We sat down with Dustin and dug up the earthly remains of this series hit, and found out what's next! This episode is sponsored by our friends at Ink Tip. if you’re a producer searching for your next killer project, or a writer hoping to get your script out of the shadows, listen up.

The Shed (2019), now streaming on Shudder, is a vampire movie done right. Taking inspiration from Stephen King, writer and director Frank Sabatella combines a raw teenage high school drama with visceral undead horror in the shape of a reluctant farmer infected with a vampric strain. Join Al Omega, Anthony DeRouen, and Kevin Nickelson as we dissect The Shed! This episode is sponsored by our friends at Ink Tip. if you’re a producer searching for your next killer project, or a w

The Lost Boys (1987) was a defining moment in 1980's horror cinema. It launched the careers of Kiefer Sutherland, Jason Patric, Corey Haim and Corey Feldman. The Lost Boys also put Santa Cruz, California on the map. and shone a light on the hippie culture which fit into the overarching narrative as shown in the opening credits. Join Kevin Nickelson, Al Omega and Anthony DeRouen as we revisit a classic in The Lost Boys! Also, we want to thank InkTip for their renewed partnersh

There have been some modestly solid video game adaptions to hit the big screen. Tomb Raider (2018) was a fun ride. Sonic the Hedgehog (2020) was a kid's favorite. Super Mario Brother's (2023) was a smash hit grossing over 1.3 Billion dollars, Minecraft Movie (2024) gave us Lava Chicken! and Mortal Kombat (1995) is still one of my personal favorites from the 90's. The soundtrack was absolute fire. But the cinema gods have not been kind to horror. Taking into consideration mov

Welcome back horror lovers. Today we bring you friend of the podcast Kolby Diaz and his creative partner in crime Mark Nosler. They are well versed in comic book creation knowledge and are happy to explain their inspirations, the way they execute and visions for the future. Their latest release FROM THE DARK CORNERS I and II are out now. These are strong additions to the indie comic scene. The artistry and story are meticulously crafted and blend well together. For more about

Daniel DelPurgatorio is the crazy mind behind Bug Bites, a 2020 short-film that is well-crafted, executed and received by film festivals all over, including our own. he's back to talk about his feature length film Marshmallow now streaming on Shudder. Marshmallow has us questioning everything. It starts out as your typical summer camp flick but becomes something much more. Join Anthony DeRouen and Kevin Nickelson as we peel back the layers to Marshmallow! Listen on Spotify ,

Spin The Bottle (2024) is a fun supernatural horror movie worth its runtime. It's another example of a teen game used to pass the time and explore sexual tendencies and turns it upside down. Justin Long and Ali Carter anchor a game cast and thought-provoking narrative set in a dusty, haunted mid-west town. Gavin Wiesen dishes on the production and the the casting of the veteran actors. Listen on Spotify , Amazon Music , Apple iTunes , Overcast , Radio Public

Happy New Year horror fans! We're back from our break with a rip roarin' Spooktacular! an intimate look inside America's first horror theme park Spooky World in Litchfield, NH . If you haven't heard about Spooky World you're in for a treat. Quinn Monahan provides plenty of backstory and behind the scene dramatics to entice any fan to hop on a plane to New Hampshire. Listen on Spotify , Amazon Music , Apple iTunes , Overcast , Radio Public

Published 12/17/2025 Rating : 9/10 Highly Recommend. Black Christmas is a 1974 Canadian slasher film produced and directed by Bob Clark, and written by Roy Moore. It stars Olivia Hussey, Keir Dullea, Margot Kidder, and John Saxon. Given the moniker as the first slasher movie Black Christmas shocked audiences in the 70's and is credited with launching a genre. Roy Moore was by the urban legend " the babysitter and the man upstairs " and a series of brutal murders that took pl

Happy Holidays to you horror buffs! Today we bring you House of Haunted Pancakes which reminds us of that one time we went to Black Bear Diner and...oof dark memories. Where were we? Yes! Writer and director Paul Newton serves up the horror comedy in House of Haunted Pancakes , a film adaptation based on Paul's previous work. Sit back and enjoy the chat, but we wouldn't recommend the waffles. Listen on Spotify , Amazon Music , Apple iTunes , Overcast , Radio Public

Tonight we continue down the list of Stephen King's film adaptations. This segment we cover the 90's. We believe this is the most prolific if not the best period of his filmography. Listen on Spotify , Amazon Music , Apple iTunes , Overcast , Radio Public

Pelican Blood is a 2019 German-Bulgarian drama horror film directed by Katrin Gebbe and starring the wonderfully talented Nina Hoss. The film was screened in the Horizons section at the 76th Venice International Film Festival and won the Méliès d'Or for Best European Fantastic Film. There's plenty to like about Pelican Blood, from its serene yet gripping cinematography , its sharply tuned script and standout performance from Nina Hoss. Writer and director Katrin Gebbe has wea

Actress Jasmine Kheen is a huge fan of horror, and it shows. Her performance in R.I.P. Man is genuine and engaging. R.I.P. Man is her first feature film, but we couldn't tell! Kevin Nickelson and Al Omega dig into this horror feature ( that already has a sequel in the works). We spend time talking about filming in England and how important real sets are to an actor's performance. Listen on Spotify , Amazon Music , Apple iTunes , Overcast , Radio Public

Today we bring you something different: our forbidden but needed love of ghost tours! Mr. Charles Rosenay of the Dracula Tours stops by the podcast to share stories of spooky encounters and wonders galore. While we enjoy taking deep dives into the realm of horror fiction what Charles offers is the chance to experience the supernatural for real. The fee is $3,000 USD ( on average) which includes everything outside of trips to the gift shop. Charles has us convinced we need to