Exploring The Myths Behind The Legends

So ... we decided to tackle the Netflix series dealing with the backstory of one of the most popular horror franchises in recent times. The result? Well, we were confused AF and could not agree on an explanation as to how or why things happened :P With a long history of grief that includes, but is not limited to, kidnapping, abuse, infidelities, murder, mysterious disappearances, (and maybe even worm holes and time travel?!), The Cat Mansion is definitely one of the most haunted fictional locations

Mr. Brooks is the Man Of The Year :) He has a gorgeous wife (but kinda ditzy), a loving daughter (or so it seems), a successful business (making boxes?), and he is widely respected in his community (money talks). He's pretty much the embodiment of the American dream! Oh, and he's also a mass murderer who has an evil (but really cool) imaginary friend, so ... yeah. It could be argued that this film isn't from the horror genre, but it still has elements that are worthy of analysis. Besides, we are

Asking the question "does this look infected?" has never been more appropriate as it was in this movie. A rare illness of questionable origin affects the citizens of South Korea, and our protagonists deal with it while on a speeding train. We see people rising to the occasion and others revealing their selfish nature. Which one would you be? And before you answer, are you completely sure? *By the way, be aware that ninjas have a tendency to furiously chop onions all around you as you get near the

"Hey, you! Yes, you! Is your life going down the drain? Are you feeling at your absolute lowest and need to get away from it all? We have the answer for you! Come visit our remote Swedish village and partake in our many forms of recreation! We have everything from hiking/camping in the woods, to high diving off cliffs, to group dancing! The VIP treatment includes a visit to our *special* group spa and our *heat therapy* area! We'll make you feel like royalty, and we're sure you won't ever want to

Speaking in tongues? Check. Communicating with crows? Check. Mind reading? Check. Levitation? Check. What's the reason why Angela starts displaying these and other abnormal skills? Join us in the episode to find out, as we discuss the characters, plot, and symbolism of this film, among other things ... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jmv125150/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jmv125150/support

In this episode, we finally get to analyze and talk about a film. We chose Winchester, which is inspired on the life of Mrs. Sarah Winchester and her intriguing home. The house is one of the most popular in the US due to its history and reports of ghost sightings. Does the movie capture the mystique of the real home? Join us and find out. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jmv125150/message Support this podcast:

This episode features a very important announcement for the podcast, a discussion of Mexican/Hispanic folk legends, a distinction of what makes a horror movie good/enjoyable, and ideas about the possibilities of horror for the future. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jmv125150/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jmv125150/support

This episode will feature a personal connection to horror, question and try to explain why people are drawn to horror media, discussion of horror as a genre, and its relationship to social and cultural concepts. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jmv125150/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jmv125150/support