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PODCAST

Specter Cinema Club

DeVaughn Taylor

The ghosts of your horror movie club explore a different sub-genre each month! Featuring creators from the spooky community, stoner filmmaker DeVaughn Taylor & film journalist Garrett McDowell discuss the recurring motifs of various sub-genres and what makes the best genre films work. New episodes every Tuesday! NOTE: We recommend starting at Season 2 (Ep60) as that"s when Garrett joined and began our current format. Season 1 was the experimental phase and before DeVaughn got better at editing

tv & film film reviews

All Episodes

01:05:52

FREDDY'S DEAD: THE FINAL NIGHTMARE (1991) // A...

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2025/10/23

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

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52:26

A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 5: THE DREAM CHILD (1989)...

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2025/10/22

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/spectercinemaHaunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey

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52:44

FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VIII: JASON TAKES MANHATTAN...

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2025/10/20

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

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01:11:03

A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 4: THE DREAM MASTER (1988)...

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2025/10/19

You could say the franchising is sleepwalking with the 4th entry A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master directed by Renny Harlin. The boys discuss the clunky baton hand-off between Kristen & Alice, Harlin's chaotic direction, and Robert Englund's struggles on set. This film is one is a round-house kick after another!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

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01:02:00

FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VII: THE NEW BLOOD (1988) // A...

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2025/10/16

You know what time it is: Jason vs Diet Carrie! We're talking Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood directed by John Carl Buechler. The boys discuss the supernatural elements, Kane Hodder's first outing in the mask, and this film being a trailblazer for today's grief porn horror. We've got a date with soap on a rope! (whatever that means)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

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01:03:33

A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS (1987) //...

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2025/10/15

The boys are here to fight back against Freddy in A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors directed by Chuck Russell. We're discussing the return of Nancy Thompson, the new dream mechanics, and this film's legacy among the top sequels. Welcome to 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,

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51:19

FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VI: JASON LIVES (1986) // A...

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2025/10/14

The franchise has officially gone supernatural and meta in Friday the 13th: Jason Lives directed my Tom McLoughlin. The boys discuss the addition of comedy, its self-awareness, and why this is Garrett's favorite entry. Some folks have a strange form of entertainment, including you for listening to this ridiculous journey of ours!Check out Garrett's interview with Tom McLoughlinNew episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone

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01:07:15

A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 2: FREDDY'S REVENGE (1985)...

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2025/10/13

Freddy's back and he wants inside your body... The boys discuss A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge directed by Jack Shoulder. We discuss Mark Patton's journey, the franchise's new direction, and the film's ever-changing queer legacy. Assume the position!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

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52:21

FRIDAY THE 13TH PART V: A NEW BEGINNING (1985) // A...

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2025/10/10

Time to start fresh as "Jason" returns to Crystal Lake. The boys discuss why the franchise decided to return (money), the set life, and Tommy Jarvis throwing hands. Ya hungry; want some enchiladas, pizza, tacos, or egg rolls?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:

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01:21:54

A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (1984) // A Nightmare at...

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2025/10/09

Time to leave the woods and head back into suburbia, as we finally tackle A Nightmare on Elm Street directed by Wes Craven. The boys dive into the film's development, Nancy Thompson redefining the Final Girl, and the beginning of Freddy Kreuger's illustrious legacy. One, two, this pod is coming for you...three, four, subscribe for more...New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we hit the field discussing Him with full spoilers

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58:40

FRIDAY THE 13TH: THE FINAL CHAPTER (1984) // A...

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2025/10/08

Time for Jason's supposed finale in Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter, directed by Joseph Zito. The boys discuss the culmination of Jason's legend, the new sub-genres explored, and how this is inevitably not the end of the franchise. Have you seen where I put the damn corkscrew? New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next episode, we shift over to Freddy in A Nightmare on Elm Street ! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus

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59:59

FRIDAY THE 13TH PART III (1982) // A Nightmare at...

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2025/10/07

The boys are taking you into a new dimmension of terror discussing Friday the 13th Part III, directed by Steve Miner. We discuss the 3D gimmick, the kills, and the introduction of Jason's iconic hockey mask. Don't eat all your weed!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:

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57:23

FRIDAY THE 13TH PART 2 (1981) // A Nightmare at...

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2025/10/06

It's time to actually meet Jason! The boys discuss Friday the 13th Part 2, directed by Steve Miner. We're talking about how the franchise continued and Jason's first outing as a true slasher. Make sure to cut two holes in your bag mask, not just 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

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57:30

FRIDAY THE 13TH (1980) // A Nightmare on Crystal Lake

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2025/10/03

Time for a slasher showdown, folks! The boys are tackling Freddy & Jason for the whole month, all their movies. First up is Friday the 13th directed by Sean S. Cunngham. We discuss how this film is much different than the rest of the series and its legacy today. Ditch them clothes, it's time to go skinny dipping!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we continue our long journey with Friday the 13th Part 2! Enter The

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01:23:28

ALIEN: EARTH (Season 1) // SCC #259

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2025/09/29

Making sure we stay up to date with our franchises, the boys recap their thoughts on Alien: Earth in full spoiler detail! We're breaking down the characters, themes, creature designs, and what this series means for the franchise universe at large. Run...New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we start a long journey with Friday the 13th! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show

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01:44:01

HIM (2025) // Mentors From Hell

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2025/09/23

The boys got another new release review for you as we discuss Him, directed by Justin Tipping. We're strapping our shoulder pads on to tackle deadly ambition, sports as cults, and what exactly went wrong with this film full of interesting ideas. No guts, no glory!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we got a bonus episode on Alien: Earth in full spoiler-detail! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like

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01:28:35

WHIPLASH (2014) // Mentors From Hell

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2025/09/16

DeVaughn is back at his cheat pick shenanigans as the boys discuss Whiplash directed by Damien Chazelle. The boys discuss topics such as J.K. Simmons' terrifying performance, editing techniques that feel like a horror film, and the dark side of sacrificing for your artistic legacy. Are we rushing or dragging?New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we hit the field discussing Him with full spoilers! Enter The Phantom Zone to

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01:24:31

CHAINED (2012) // Mentors From Hell

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2025/09/09

2 weeks removed from discussing her father, the boys are talking Chained directed by Jennifer Lynch. This film was chosen by Arthouse Patron Swolfy, electing to get some fresh thoughts on a small gem. Fitting perfectly into our theme, we discuss an unwilling apprentice to a serial killer and how this scenario challenges the notion of nature vs nurture. Pull up your shitty TV chair and enjoy the episode!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at

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01:58:21

THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS ft. Becky Darke (1991) //...

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2025/09/03

New month means a new theme! We're kicking things off with another heavy-hitter in The Silence of the Lambs directed by Jonathan Demme. The boys are joined by Becky Darke (Evolution of Horror, The Final Girls) to discuss the complicated relationship between Clarice Starling and Dr. Hannibal Lecter, the impeccable screenplay, and the film's place in horror history. Do you spook easily?New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week,

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01:49:32

BLUE VELVET (1986) // Beware the Suburbs

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2025/08/26

Closing out our month with a preview of the future: before entering Twin Peaks in December, the boy's discuss Blue Velvet directed by David Lynch. We're talking the evils lurking beneath suburbia, the legacy of Lynch & Kyle MacLachlan, and one of the most beautifully unhinged performances in cinema by Dennis Hopper. Yep, that's a human ear alright!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we kick off a new theme with The

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