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PODCAST

The Horrorble People"s Podcast

Horrorble People"s Network

Join your hosts Anthony, Alix, and Phill as they watch and discuss a horror film each week. From creepy to campy, they"re covering it all, including the development, production, release, and legacy of some of your all time favorites!

tv & film film history

All Episodes

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S1: Episode 43: Horror in 2019

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/07/31

IT'S SEASON FINALE TIME! Have you been dying to know what Anthony and Alix thought about the biggest horror films of the year? Well, hopefully unlike the characters in most of the movies we're covering you some how make it through because The Horrorble People's Podcast is delivering just that! AND taking your listener questions! Special Guest DJ Spears joins as the team breaks down which films worked, which ones didn't, and what's worth a watch. There's also a preview of what's to come for SEASON 2

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S1: Episode 42: The Thing (1982)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/07/24

WE DID IT! Season one's last traditional episode continues our saga on John Carpenter in what is one of the more significant science fiction films ever: THE THING. The team explores the early novella "Who Goes There?" and how it set the foundation for science fiction that resulted in two remakes... that set the foundation for science fiction. Did you know Carpenter was considered for the film BEFORE his hit "Halloween?" How did he handle his first critical and financial flop? And what caused the

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S1: Episode 41: Train to Busan (2016)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/07/17

Zombies V.S Aliens month continues with the hit Train to Busan! The team naturally gushes about how great the movie is BUT there's so much more! Join Anthony and Alix as they do a much requested plot breakdown adn analysis of the film! Alix introduces her "theory corner" and Anthony is once again a nerd, not that that's new. In case you missed it: The Horrorble People's Podcast will be taking a month long hiatus for the month of August (sad, we know) to begin research for SEASON TWO! As always, we

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97:08

S1: Episode 40: Signs (2002)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/07/10

Aliens abound this week on the Horrorble People's Podcast as the team tackles M. Night Shyamalan's 3rd film, SIGNS! What about this film is so... Nostalgic to the team? What tragedy set the tone for one of the most heartbreaking scenes in the film? What trauma befell Alix in a cornfield at the ripe old age of 10 that still instills fear whenever she passes cornfields to this day? Listen to our latest episode to find out! Have a question for us and want to be featured on the podcast? Drop us a line

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S1: Episode 39: Shaun of the Dead (2004)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/07/03

Our big theme this month is Zombies vs. Aliens and we're kicking it off with one of the films responsible for revitalizing the former: Edgar Wright's 2004 classic SHAUN OF THE DEAD. Join the team as they dive into a brief history of zombies in film, the circumstances that allowed Edgar Wright and Simon Pegg to gush over their love of Dawn of the Dead, and how that turned into a VERY successful trilogy based around ice cream flavors. Anthony and Alix also reflect on how the character of Shaun

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S1: Episode 38: The Silence of the Lambs (1991)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/06/26

This week The Horrorble People's Podcast tops off Alix's birthday month with her favorite film OF ALL TIME... It's Jonathan Demme's THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS. The Team looks at the allusive author Thomas Harris, who created the iconic character of Hannibal Lecter, and how his creation started with an 80's flop and turned into one of the most recognizable characters of all time. The team also talks in depth about the controversy over the Buffalo Bill character, as well as Jodie Foster's harrowing

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S1: Episode 37: The Blair Witch Project (1999)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/06/19

Alix's birthday month continues with one of the most fundamental entries in her favorite genre, and one of the earliest examples of viral marketing. Was it real? Obviously not, but people in the 90's were confused and we're going to talk all about it in this week's episode on THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT. The team takes you on a journey from the early days of two ambitious directors with an obsession for paranormal 70s documentaries to their ascent through the madness of the Hollywood system (and right

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94:40

S1: Episode 36: Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island (1998)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/06/12

Jinkies! A TV-G movie that features a beloved group of childhood characters versus confederate pirate ghosts? It must be 1998's Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island! Alix's birthday month gives us our first animated film that doesn't feature murderous bunnys/idols. The team looks at the history of the Scooby-Doo franchise, and what led to the decision to update the characters for Zombie Island. There's is also a ton of nostalgic asides because, well... 1998. Why did Casey Kasum drop out of his role as

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S1: Episode 35: American Mary (2012)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/06/05

Alix's birthday month is here, and The Horrorble People's Podcast is celebrating with a film that's equal parts ambitious, gruesome, and badass: 2012's AMERICAN MARY from the Soska Sisters! The team looks at the career of the Twisted Twins, and how their film "Dead Hooker in a Trunk" earned them an opportunity to rush the script that would become their major breakthrough. Anthony and Alix break down the story as it unfolds, taking a look at the representations of the body modification community,

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S1: Episode 34: The Exorcist (1973)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/05/29

The power of Christ compels you... to listen to this episode because it's our most requested one yet: William Friedkin's THE EXORCIST from 1973! Join Anthony and Alix on a journey to answer a major question: Was The Exorcist really a cursed production? The team takes you through the original case that inspired the book, and how a newspaper article, game show prize money, and a director with little regard for human safety created the masterpiece we know today. Alix adds a flavor of film theory

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S1: Episode 33: Child's Play 2 (1990)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/05/22

Ever wonder why the rights for the Child's Play franchise and Chucky himself are so messed up? Well, we got that story and a A LOT more. This week the Horrorble People's Podcast will cover its second sequel and it's one of the good ones: John Lafia's CHILD'S PLAY 2! Join Anthony and Alix as they detail the fall of United Artists and the crazy executive meddling that landed Chucky in the hands of Universal Pictures. The team also HEAVILY discusses how such a strange event resulted in an upcoming

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S1: Episode 32: Trilogy of Terror (1975)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/05/15

A classic for far too many reasons to name: this week Anthony and Alix (plus a very special guest) discuss the cult hit, Trilogy Of Terror! The team tackle the origins of Karen Black, a slight sampling of Richard Matheson's PROLIFIC career, and more! Special thanks to Deka for the film recommendation and joining us to discuss just HOW cute the Zuni fetish doll would look in a little suit. Seriously, after listening to the episode if someone wants to Photoshop a suit onto his little body,

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S1: Episode 31: Carrie (1976)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/05/08

Happy Prom season, everyone! Especially the nerds, cause this movie makes it pretty clear: Treat them a little nicer, yeah? OH right, podcast. This week Anthony and Alix dig deep into the beginnings of two major creative forces: Stephen King and Brian De Palma. That's right, The Horrorble People's Podcast is covering the landmark 1976 film CARRIE. The team follows King from his start as a creative child from a single parent household to a horror success story that changed the genre forever. That's

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S1: Episode 30: Halloween II (1981)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/04/24

It's sequel time! This week Anthony and Alix take a deep look one of the more lauded horror sequels in a franchise with… so many. That's right, the team is looking at the turbulent production of 1981's Halloween II, enthusiastically directed by Rick Rosenthal (and reluctantly written by John Carpenter and Debra Hill). Some of the major questions include: How much alcohol did John Carpenter drink to think up the infamous sibling twist of the film (spoiler alert: A lot)? What bold stunt did Dick

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S1: Episode 29: Hush (2016)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/04/17

Things get delightfully simple this week as Anthony and Alix tackle the instant hit from 2016, HUSH! What made this film so popular? Why did it take Anthony so long to see it? What secrets lie in John Gallagher Jr.'s past that makes him such a well rounded and terrifying actor? (The secret might be musical theatre?) Find out the answer to all of these questions and more! This month is our 6th month with The Horrorble People's Podcast, and we wouldn't still be here if it wasn't for all love we've

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S1: Episode 28: Pet Sematary (1989)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/04/10

Who's ready for some more Stephen King? This week the Horrorble People's Podcasts gets to ask one of its favorite questions: Does it hold up? The film in question? Stephen King and Mary Lampert's 1989 classic PET SEMATARY. And the answer may surprise you. Of course, the Anthony and Alix still take plenty of time to dive deep into the films creation and heaps of praise for Fred Gwynne. Did you know that Bruce Campbell was originally considered for the lead role? On that note, IS Dale Midkiff

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S1: Episode 27: Tucker and Dale vs Evil (2010)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/04/03

So March was pretty rough with the whole violent movie selections and, you know, life - so how about a little bit of levity? This week Anthony and Alix dive into the world of Horror Comedy with Eli Craig's TUCKER AND DALE VS EVIL. No crazy histories or Hollywood BS (okay, a little), this is just a straight look at a genre that provides a lot of laughs and a film that represents it to its core. Join the team as they take a break from praising this film to highlight some other notable horror

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S1: Episode 26: The Killing of America (1982)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/03/30

Finally, after a long awaited month, the crescendo of true horror to cap the month! The team talks the 1982 Mondo film, The Killing of America. Anthony and Alix dive into the roots of the Mondo documentary and what classic horror films they went on to inspire, as well as discussing the real life field trip they took to prepare for such an emotionally draining episode! This one isn't for the faint of heart and if you're not into true crime… Well, there's always next week. The team discusses some

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S1: Episode 25: Watership Down (1978)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/03/27

How about some childhood trauma? This week Anthony and Alix explore an animated film that has been scarring children since 1978: It's Martin Rosen's adaptation of Watership Down, written by Richard Adams. This film is infamous for its graphic scenes of animated violence but also for an amazing film in its own right, one that has been considered a right of passage for several generations. Just how much Watership Down media did Alix consume in a month? How amazing was Richard Adam's life? How in the

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S1: Episode 24: Friday the 13th (1980)

The Horrorble People"s Podcast ·

2019/03/13

Celebrating Anthony's Birthday with the exact date it took place (sans year): It's Friday the 13th! This week the team attempts to recover from technical mayhem to bring you a podcast about Sean Cunningham and Victor Miller's iconic creation. Anthony and Alix also take time to talk about summer camp and Kevin Bacon. You know, the important stuff. Which expletive did Betsy Palmer use to describe the script of this film? And why did she even sign up for it? How badly did critics hate this film? And

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