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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

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01:24:25

RUN SWEETHEART RUN (2022) ft. Zena Dixon // Black...

Specter Cinema Club ·

2025/02/25

It's time to close out our "Black (Final) Girl Magic" series withthe most recent entry, Run Sweetheart Run directed by Shana Feste. Zena Dixon (Bloody Disgusting Podcast) joins the boys to discuss off-camera violence, gratuitous period blood, and themes of female empowerment/solidarity. Get your 7 outfit changes ready and don't crease the Air Forces!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we enter a new month celebrating David

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01:14:55

THE GIRL WITH ALL THE GIFTS (2016) // Black (Final)...

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2025/02/18

We're staying in British zombie movie territory as we discuss The Girl With All the Gifts directed by Colm McCarthy. The boys discuss the quiet existentialism of the film and what Melanie stands for within the films, but also as a black female protagonist. No cats were eaten in the recording of this podcast!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we end our Black History Month coverage with Run Sweetheart Run! Enter The Phantom

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01:18:04

28 DAYS LATER (2003) ft. Mike Brown // Black (Final)...

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2025/02/11

Before getting the long-awaited third entry later this year, the boys are joined by Mike Brow (People Under the Scares Podcast) to discuss 28 Days Later directed by Danny Boyle. We're choppin it up about how well this movie has aged since COVID, Selena's take-no-shit attitude, and the film's lasting impact on the zombie sub-genre. Repopulating the world during an apocalypse still requires consent, ya horny bastards!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars

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01:26:33

SCARY MOVIE (2000) & SCARY MOVIE 2 (2001) // Black...

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2025/02/04

Happy Black History Month! We're kicking off our celebration of Black Final Girls on a silly note as we dive into horror spoofs Scary Movie 1 & 2 directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans. A bit of a different format as we discuss the films through the films they are parodying, while also discussing Brenda as a unique Final Girl and the complicated queer representation of Ray. We all go a little mad sometimes!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at

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05:33

Watching the Watchlist #14 (DON"T LOOK NOW, ANYTHING...

Specter Cinema Club ·

2025/01/31

DeVaughn assigned Garrett Anything But Jackson to double up on child death grief after talking Don't Look Now. "Watching the Watchlist" is available to our $3 Found Footage tier patrons and higher!If you want to hear the full episode, subscribe on Patreon! 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/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social

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01:52:27

I SAW THE TV GLOW (2024) ft. Blayne Waterloo //...

Specter Cinema Club ·

2025/01/28

For our final installment in our 2024 retrospective series, we're discussing the I Saw the TV Glow directed by Jane Shoenbrun. The boys are joined by Blayne Waterloo (Eww Hag) to discuss gender dysphoria, Shoenbrun's singular aesthetic, and how the road to self-actualization can be painful. As Owen would say; we're so sorry!Note: the gender designations of Owen & Maddie are a bit loosey goosey in the film, so we mainly use "they" pronouns for the sake of consistency. Apologies for any mistakes,

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01:12:05

ODDITY (2024) ft. Mike Muncer // Favorites of '24

Specter Cinema Club ·

2025/01/21

We're sticking in international waters as we discuss the Irish film Oddity written & directed by Damien McCarthy. The boys are joined by Mike Muncer (Evolution of Horror Podcast) to discuss Euro ghost stories, getting the most out of your movie props, and a very unique take on the revenge sub-genre. Get your camera timer ready!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we're discussing Red Rooms on the dark web! Enter The

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01:44:21

RED ROOMS (2024) ft. Lex Briscuso // Favorites of '24

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2025/01/14

We're logging back into 2024 to discuss Red Rooms directed by Pascal Plante. Lex Briscuso joins the boys to chat true crime, unlikable protagonists, and how this film blurs the line of what's considered a horror movie. New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we're discussing Red Rooms on the dark web! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie

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01:25:15

THE SUBSTANCE (2024) ft. Molly Henery // Favorites of...

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2025/01/07

First movie discussion of the new year and it's time to pump it up! Molly Henery (Blogging Banshee) is back to discuss Coralie Fargeat's sophomore effort The Substance as we celebrate our favorites from 2024. We're discussing heavy satire, industry beauty standards, and the autobiographical nature of Demi Moore's powerhouse performance. Take care of yourself!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we close out the year with our

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02:08:44

Best Horror Films of 2024 ft. Rachel Reeves & Tori...

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2025/01/01

2024 is in the books and it's time to list our favorite horror films of the year! Rachel Reeves (Halloweenies, Girls on the Boys) and Tori Potenza (MovieJawn. Brooklyn Horror Fest) return to join the boys in sharing their Top 4 genre movies of the year. We're also giving out trophies for Best Performance, Best Set Piece, and Garrett's "Gimme More" Award. Enjoy!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 our 2024

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01:25:58

WILLY'S WONDERLAND (2021) Commentary Track ft. Kai...

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2024/12/27

Christmas treat time, this track will only be free for 2 weeks! The boys tackle evil animatronics in Willy's Wonderland featuring cast member Kai Kadlec. We discuss Cage's rare silent role, Chucky E. Cheese trauma, and plenty of behind-the-scenes stories. We'll count you in at the beginning or press play on the movie at the 00:00:30 mark of the track. Enjoy!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

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01:48:51

MANDY (2018) ft. Mae Shultz // Merry Cagemas

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2024/12/24

Did you put acid goo & cookies out for Santa Cage? Our final movie discussion of 2024 couldn't be more perfect as Mae Shultz (The Lady Killers Podcast) joins the boys to discuss Mandy directed by Panos Cosmatos. We're talking cosmic cults, the many sub-genres, drugs, and this being the ultimate Nicolas Cage movie. Get in loser, we're hunting Jesus Freaks!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we close out the year with our

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06:58

BLACK CHRISTMAS (1974) Movie Commentary // Patreon Clip

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2024/12/20

Black Christmas turns 50 years-old this year and the boys did a movie commentary on Patreon for just the occasion! Enjoy a little clip on the house as the boys discuss the film's place in slasher history. Enjoy!Subscribe on Patreon for the full episode! 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

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56:42

THE WICKER MAN (2006) // Merry Cagemas

Specter Cinema Club ·

2024/12/17

It's Garrett's birthday episode! The boys scale back on the analysis and let The Wicker Man wash over them. We're talking about more Cage memes, which cut actually features "the bees!", and the lack of sauce compared to the original. We typically don't do negative reviews, but I don't think anything we say can hurt this film lol. Put. on your bear suit and lets get punchy!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, running from our

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07:29

Watching the Watchlist #13 (NOSFERATU, DEAD END,...

Specter Cinema Club ·

2024/12/13

Enjoy a clip of Garrett & DeVaughn discussing the Chistmas horror hidden gem Dead End on our exclusive Patreon show "Watching the Watchlist". It's where the boys recap their previous month on Letterboxd, spoiler free reviews of new releases, and challenge each other to watch films for the first time.If you want to hear the full episode, subscribe on Patreon! 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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01:32:43

MOM AND DAD (2018) ft. Scott K // Merry Cagemas

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2024/12/10

Time to angrily sing "The Hokey Pokey" as we discuss Mom and Dad directed by Brian Taylor. The boys are joined by Scott K (Church of Tarantino Podcast) to discuss the fears & insecurities of being a a parent, Selma Blair as the perfect Nic Cage scene partner, and all the memes. Don't forget your Sawsall!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we're escaping hell to talk Drive Angry! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all

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01:18:26

DRIVE ANGRY (2011) // Merry Cagemas

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2024/12/04

St. Nic has arrived, but we ain't talkin Santa Clause...we're celebrating Nicolas Cage this month! Kicking things off in chaotic fashion with Drive Angry (3D) directed by Patrick Lussier. We're talkin the best ways to use Nic Cage, how this is a pseudo Ghost Rider movie, and spend a little time up top just gushing about the legend's career. Grab your skull beer and let's ride!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, running from

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01:06:34

URBAN LEGEND (1998) ft. Vanessa Guerrero // Student...

Specter Cinema Club ·

2024/11/26

Time to graduate out of our Student Bodies series as we discuss Urban Legend directed by Jamie Blanks. Vanessa Guerrero (Game Grumps) joins the boys to discuss modern myths and the effect Scream had on the slasher sub-genre. Make sure to check your backseat! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we're escaping hell to talk Drive Angry! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show

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01:18:38

GOAT (2016) // Student Bodies

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2024/11/19

Garrett & DeVaughn enroll at Brookman University to discuss Goat, the film based on the true story memoir of the same name. We're discussing the cult-like nature of fraternities, toxic masculinity, and and the horrors of hazing rituals. Chug that beer, we're in for a bad time!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we're doing some research on Urban Legend! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like

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01:43:51

MIDSOMMAR (2019) ft. Bailey Hunt // Student Bodies

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2024/11/12

The boys are hopping on a plane to Sweden as we discuss Midsommar with Garrett's longest friend Bailey! We're unpacking the toxic relationship between Dani & Christian, "good for her" horror, and Ari Aster's impeccable filmmaking prowess. (exhales sharply, then inhales)New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we're pledging a fraternity talking Goat! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our

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