In this episode of 'The Horror Show,' hosts Sean and Joe, cover one of the absolutely most requested films in the shows history. Unfortunately, it took us 10 years for us to get here. Enjoy!

00:00 Welcome to the Horse Show

03:28 Introducing the Movie of the Day

03:50 Initial Impressions and Discussion

04:12 Diving into the Movie Details

05:08 Character Analysis and Favorite Scenes

07:25 Plot Breakdown and Key Moments

09:25 Meet the Characters

13:26 The Portal and the Alien Encounter

18:15 Cosmo and Ariel's Integration

27:18 The Tyrannical Empire and Gaseous Bubbles

34:37 Cutter's Blade and Family Secrets

36:52 A Tyrannical Empire and Sinbad's Voice

39:29 Cosmo and Ariel's Earthly Adventures

40:07 A Shocking Sex Scene and Limited Release

41:49 The Re-release and Audience Reactions

45:00 A Dramatic Showdown and Emotional Climax

49:17 A Surprising Ending and Final Thoughts

01:02:20 Conclusion and Farewell

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In this episode of The Horror Show, hosts Sean and Joe dive into 'Psycho IV', dissecting the storyline and Mick Garris's take on the iconic Norman Bates. The discussion covers the film's new and returning elements, and of course guys that bang their moms.

We’ll be live at Salem Horror Fest May 3rd at 6:30 PM. Make sure to follow us at @ihatehorror on Instagram for more info coming soon!

00:00 Welcome to the Horror Show

01:10 Mick's Movie Pick: The Coffee Table

03:21 Challenges of Reviewing New Horror Movies

05:25 Announcing the Movie: Psycho IV

06:20 Initial Reactions to Psycho IV

06:52 Norman Bates: Comedy or Horror?

11:45 Psycho IV: A Sequel and Prequel

12:15 Norman Bates' Radio Confession

29:17 Young Norman Bates: The Flashbacks

39:12 Norman Bates' Present Day Life

46:31 Norman's Embarrassing Encounter

47:07 Norman's Punishment and Mother's Fury

49:05 Norman's Radio Station Confession

50:25 Norman's Disturbing Backstory

53:55 Norman's Therapy and Serial Killer Comparisons

56:02 Norman's Mother's Abuse

57:33 Norman's Present Day Struggles

01:01:42 Norman's Encounter with Chet

01:17:23 Norman's Final Confrontation

01:25:42 Conclusion and Announcements

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In this episode of The Horror Show, Sean and Joe are joined by renowned writer, director, and producer Mick Garris to celebrate the third week of 'March Garris'. The discussion covers a wide range of topics including Mick's famous works such as 'The Stand', 'Sleepwalkers', 'Critters 2', and 'Hocus Pocus'. Mick shares personal anecdotes about his collaborations with Stephen King, the challenges of adapting King's works for TV, and his involvement in 'Masters of Horror'. The episode also delves into his experience with critically acclaimed projects, his views on horror tropes, and even some fun rapid-fire questions about his preferences in horror and film. Mick leaves listeners with a special movie recommendation to conclude March Garris.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome to The Horror Show

01:06 Interview with Mick Garris Begins

01:38 Discussing the LA Fires and Personal Impact

03:06 Celebrating March Garris

12:31 Masters of Horror and Dinner Stories

19:13 Tales from the Crypt and Directing Freedom

26:35 Sleepwalkers and Working with Stephen King

34:05 The Stand Miniseries and Casting Choices

45:05 Critters 2 and Horror Comedy

47:27 Festival Popularity and Initial Reception

47:56 Critters: Success and Sequel Challenges

49:39 Home Video Resurgence

52:04 The Stand: A Cinematic Experience

56:54 Hocus Pocus: From Script to Screen

01:00:42 Fantasy and Horror Beginnings

01:02:16 Masters of Horror: Collaborations and Aspirations

01:06:47 Rapid Fire Questions

01:21:22 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

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In this episode, Sean and Joe delve into Mick Garris' TV movie 'Quicksilver Highway' as part of 'March Garris.' The underappreciated anthology covers Stephen King’s 'Chattering Teeth' and Clive Barker’s 'The Body Politic.'

00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks

02:14 Show Announcements and Promotions

06:20 Discussion on Mick Garris and Quicksilver Highway

18:30 Chattering Teeth: The First Story

40:53 The Hitchhiker's Tale

42:23 The Smoking Incident

43:33 The Tiny Knife

46:47 The Chattering Teeth Attack

49:43 The Aftermath and Nine Months Later

01:00:54 The Hands Have a Mind of Their Own

01:05:37 The Hand Revolution

01:11:15 The Sentient Nose

01:17:29 Final Thoughts and Outro

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Welcome to March Garris! In this episode, Sean and Joe dive into a detailed and light-hearted review of 'Sleepwalkers', a 1992 horror movie written by Stephen King, discussing its plot, characters, and notable scenes. They also reveal upcoming plans for March Garris with special guest Mick Garris.

00:00 Introduction and Studio Update

00:23 Technical Issues and Future Plans

01:21 Patreon and Bonus Content

01:44 New Show Announcement: Hollyweird

03:00 Welcome to the Horror Show

03:14 Studio Setup and Props

04:54 Ace Ventura 2 Live Show Idea

06:44 March Garris Kickoff: Sleepwalkers

08:07 Sleepwalkers: Initial Impressions

11:06 Plot and Characters Overview

33:00 Cast Highlights and Cameos

34:21 Charles and Tanya's Relationship

36:34 Debating Movie Opinions

37:28 School Days and Teacher Antics

39:30 Retro Vibes and Corporal Punishment

41:49 Dance Offs and High School Memories

43:21 Charles' Encounter with Otho

45:07 The Cop and His Cat

48:38 Stephen King's Script and Sleepwalkers

50:06 The Mom and Son Scene

01:00:36 The Final Showdown

01:12:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of The Horror Show, Sean and Joe discuss and review Paranormal Activity 2.' They delve into the film’s lore, demonologists, and the most important aspect of Paranormal Activity 2… realistic dad behaviors. They also announce our plans for our first live show of 2025, SALEM HORROR FEST!

00:00 Welcome to the Horror Show

01:17 Late Night Recording and Sick Days

01:59 Train Bathroom Horrors

04:08 Convention Chaos and Celebrity Encounters

06:00 Paranormal Activity 2: Initial Thoughts

06:18 Salem Horror Fest Announcement

07:01 Consensus App Shoutout

07:57 Rotten Tomatoes Rant

09:53 Paranormal Activity 2: Production Insights

12:43 Recap of Paranormal Activity 1

15:09 Paranormal Activity 2: Plot Breakdown

25:45 Nightly Hauntings and Family Dynamics

41:21 Dan's Ghostly Jokes and Continuity Issues

43:28 Dog Guards Baby and Kitchen Fire Incident

44:30 Pets React to Babies and Hot Tub Mishap

52:48 Ouija Board and Prank Calls

56:37 Baby's Nighttime Adventure and Paranormal Activity

01:08:26 Christy's Possession and Family Reactions

01:14:24 Exorcism Attempt and Climactic Showdown

01:18:23 Katie's Return and Final Confrontation

01:20:15 Wrapping Up and Announcements

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In this episode, hosts Sean and Joe interview Stephen Cognetti, the director behind the Hell House LLC series. They discuss how Stephen's work fits into Found Footage Month. Cognetti shares insights into his filming experiences, including challenges, production details, and the evolution from found footage to traditional narrative styles. They also cover topics like the influence of classic horror films, casting processes, and his thoughts on horror movie remakes. The conversation includes rapid-fire questions, along with Stephen's reflections on fan interactions and conventions.

00:00 Introduction and Announcements

01:34 Welcoming Stephen Cognetti

02:04 Discussing Hell House LLC and Upcoming Projects

03:32 Transition from Found Footage to Narrative

06:15 Challenges and Creativity in Found Footage

10:12 Fan Reactions and Casting Insights

23:08 Distribution and Shudder Partnership

33:28 Daytime Scares in Origins

33:46 Improvising Scares on Set

35:57 Audience Reactions and Editing Challenges

36:30 Iconic Clown Scares

37:02 Hell House 3 and Real Conversations

38:50 Easter Eggs and Hidden Details

40:09 Writing Process and Inspirations

48:07 Minimalistic Horror and Clown Design

49:03 Memorable Moments and Challenges

56:12 Influences and Remakes

01:03:34 Discussing Green's Exorcist and Fan Service in Horror Franchises

01:05:04 The Unsung Fox Series: The Exorcist

01:05:38 The Creep Tapes: A Fresh Take on Found Footage

01:06:31 Challenges of Slow-Burn Series in Modern TV

01:07:46 Fun Fan Interactions at Conventions

01:10:59 Dream Collaborations in the Horror Genre

01:16:30 Speed Round: Horror Preferences and Hypotheticals

01:24:54 Non-Horror Movies We Secretly Love

01:28:17 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Farewells

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In this episode of the Horror Show, hosts Sean and Joe celebrate their 399th episode by diving into the horror comedy film 'Deadstream,' which parodies YouTube culture through a found footage lens. The discussion covers standout scenes, including laugh-out-loud comedy moments and genuinely chilling jump scares. Follow THS for our upcoming episodes, including a review of 'Paranormal Activity 2' and a special interview with Stephen Cognetti, director of 'Hell House LLC.'

00:00 Welcome to the Horror Show Show

01:13 Celebrating 400 Episodes

02:50 Found Footage Month Begins

03:33 Discussing Deadstream

06:28 YouTube Persona and Haunted House

12:13 Exploring the Haunted House

33:04 Duct Tape Wallets and AIM Handles

44:55 The Wheel of Stupid Things

45:17 The Clown Doll Incident

46:04 Chat Dynamics and Reactions

49:24 Chrissy's Terrifying Entrance

51:19 The Seance and Its Consequences

53:14 Sean's Desperate Measures

59:51 The Final Confrontation

01:10:58 Sean's Plan to Demonetize Mildred

01:13:31 The Climactic Battle

01:25:45 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

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In this episode of The Horror Show, Sean and Joe dive into the 2001 Japanese horror film Pulse and its 2006 American remake. They examine the plot, the differences between the two versions, and their personal experiences watching these films. Tune in for a detailed discussion on one of the most convoluted entries in Japanuary, and get a preview of what to expect in the upcoming Found Footage February.

00:00 Welcome to The Horror Show

01:09 Interview with Brandon Traust

02:53 Upcoming Episodes and Live Show

04:31 Sadako vs. Kayako Discussion

04:50 Japanuary Reflections

05:43 Pulse Movie Review

07:32 American vs. Japanese Pulse

09:09 Rotten Tomatoes Scores

12:34 Lighting and Cinematography

14:06 Plot Confusion and Critique

21:41 Nostalgia and Technology

29:55 Red Dye 3 and Light Bulbs

31:55 Back to Pulse Review

36:05 Ghosts and Suicides

51:42 Final Thoughts on Pulse

52:40 Rating the Movie

52:53 J-Horror vs. K-Horror

53:39 Plot Confusion

55:06 Tokyo Apocalypse

55:18 Sleepyhead Story

58:44 American Pulse 2006

59:41 Wes Craven's Involvement

01:04:05 Hollywood Politics

01:06:26 Remaking Foreign Movies

01:13:12 Pulse Remake Analysis

01:39:00 Found Footage February

01:41:19 Concluding Remarks

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In this episode of The Horror Show, Brandon Trost, a prolific cinematographer and director, shares his journey from working on set with his father to directing and shooting major films and TV shows. The discussion covers an array of topics including his experiences on 'Halloween II' and 'Lords of Salem' with Rob Zombie, the intricate process behind 'The Disaster Artist,' and the challenges of directing 'An American Pickle' during COVID-19. Trost also dives into his early life and projects, providing unique insights into his creative process and styles. Fans of 'The Righteous Gemstones' will appreciate his behind-the-scenes stories, particularly the iconic first episode. Trost teases a puzzling project, 'Chaos,' hinting at a deeper discussion in the future.

00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties

02:06 Special Guest: Brandon Trost

02:50 Brandon's Early Influences and Family Background

05:01 Journey into Cinematography

16:57 Film School Experience

25:37 Early Career and Special Effects

33:12 Early Career and Wes Anderson

34:12 On Set with Shaquille O'Neal in Kazam

36:01 Reflecting on American Pie's Impact

37:41 Diving into Halloween II with Rob Zombie

51:39 The Unique Cinematography of Lords of Salem

01:04:28 Discussing 'American Pickle' and COVID-19 Impact

01:05:12 The HBO Max Deal and Industry Changes

01:07:19 Warner Brothers and the Vanishing Movies

01:12:09 The Righteous Gemstones and Costume Design

01:21:15 Creating 'The Disaster Artist'

01:28:02 Personal Favorites and Future Projects

01:29:01 Wrapping Up and Future Plans

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In this episode of 'The Horror Show,' hosts Sean and Joe dive into 'The Ring,' comparing the original 1998 Japanese film with the 2002 American remake. They discuss the plot, differences in cultural contexts, and the unique stylistic choices of each version. The episode also touches on the broader landscape of Japanese horror cinema and its influence on American remakes. As part of the Japanuary series, this episode sets the stage for upcoming reviews of 'The Grudge' and 'Pulse.'

00:00 Welcome to the Horror Show

01:22 Reflecting on the Live Show

02:19 Kicking Off Japanuary

03:49 Starburst Magazine Feature

04:26 John Travolta's Santa Claus Commercial

09:24 Discussing The Ring: Japanese vs. American Versions

17:49 Rotten Tomatoes Predictions

20:50 Invasion USA and 80s Action Movies

24:22 The Ring: Japanese Horror Timeline

50:04 Unexpected Phone Call

50:43 Comparing Japanese and American Endings

51:20 The Concept of Passing the Curse

54:14 Exploring the Backstory of Sadako and Shizuko

57:17 The Final Confrontation and Resolution

01:02:43 American Remake: Key Differences

01:05:28 Analyzing the Horror Elements

01:14:56 Cultural Impact and Sequels

01:35:51 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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