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Horror VS Reality

Anastasia and Kendrah break down a horror or Thriller film based on a true crime or tragedy and discuss the incident that the film is based on. Together they compare, contrast, and nerd out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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All Episodes

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Ep. 2 REMASTERED: Heavenly Creatures (1994) VS The...

Horror VS Reality ·

2022/01/02

(ORIGINALLY AIRED JULY 2020) [Newly remastered audio] Morgan and Ana discuss Peter Jackson's Heavenly Creatures, and The Murder of Pauline Parker's mother by Pauline and Juliet Hulme. Plus, we discuss the beauty of Kate Winslet, and speculate about Ghislane Maxwell (who is now convicted!). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:47:58

Ep. 32: The Ritual (2017) VS The Yuba County Five

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/12/23

***(contains spoilers for The Lodge, Hereditary, and The Descent)***Join Morgan and Anastasia as they discuss this excellent little film and the enduring mystery of the Yuba County Five. Plus! Morgan has a real life encounter with a bear, Ana talks A LOT about Doctor Who and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:14:41

Ep. 31: Gran Bollito (1977) VS The Soap Maker of...

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/11/27

Morgan and Ana discuss this film and real life crime full of superstition, lies, cannibalism and one really overprotective Mom. Plus! Hufu, Titane, Morgan's secret plan to kill Ana 😂 and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:27:40

Ep. 30: In Her Skin (2009) VS The Murder of Rachel...

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2021/11/18

Morgan and Ana discuss the Aussie true crime and Film involving the murder of Rachel Barber by Caroline Reed- Robinson, her former neighbor. Also, Morgan stans an Etsy Witch, stranger danger, and Ana's Bloodthirsty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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BONUS: Halloween Gab Fest 2: Revenge of the Pod

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/10/31

Morgan and Ana take a break from the normal format to chat about would you rather horror scenarios and recent horror films we've watched, like Possum and the Last Man on Earth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:16:41

Ep. 29: I Can't Sleep (1994) VS Thierry Paulin

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/10/27

Morgan and Ana discuss the heinous murders of the Monster of Montmarte, Thierry Paulin, and the Claire Denis film that is loosely based on his crimes, I Can't Sleep (J'ai Pas Sommeil). Also, Andre is the best champagne; Ana watched the new Dune; and Morgan contemplates the meaning of "Naval gazing". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:25:59

Ep. 28: Frenzy (1972) VS John Christie, The...

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/09/30

Morgan and Ana have fellow cinephile, Alli Hobbs, on to discuss John Christie and the Hitchcock film, Frenzy, which is based in part on Christie. Plus!: How did P!nk really get her stagename?; Morgan learns the truth about JT Leroy; Ana plays more grounded; and Alli discusses 2018's The Wind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:35:09

Ep. 27: Amok (2017) VS. Krystian Bala

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/09/21

Mo and Ana discuss the Polish author who just couldn't keep his smug mouth shut. We also discuss Starcraft, crafting, Grounded and The Gabby Petito case. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:54:59

Ep. 26: Snowtown (2011) VS The Bodies in the Barrels...

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/09/01

Morgan and Anastasia have Noel and Sonya from the Evidence Locker podcast on to discuss one of the most notorious Australian crimes, The Bodies in the Barrels Murders aka The Snowtown Murders and the film based on them, 2011's Snowtown. Also, Morgan can game again, Anastasia is playing Myst for the first time in over 20 years, Noel is working hard on horror shorts and Sonya watches American Vandal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:04:21

Ep. 25: Zee Oui (2004) VS Si Ouey

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/08/27

Morgan and Ana discuss Zee Oui the Thai Film based on infamous cannibal serial killer, Si Ouey. But is he a killer or just an immigrant victim of racism? You decide. Plus, we discuss The Americans and Ana's love of Keri Russell. Also, Morgan binges the reality show, 60 Days in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:30:20

Ep. 24: The Lighthouse (2019) VS The Smalls...

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/07/31

Ana and Mo discuss Robert Eggers' atmospheric masterpiece, The Lighthouse and The real life tragedy at Smalls Lighthouse in Pembrokeshire, Wales. Plus, Charlotte Russe still exists, Anthropologie is expensive, and Morgan made vegan chili. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:26:25

Ep. 23: Memories of Murder (2003) VS The Hwaseong...

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/07/24

Mo and Ana discuss Bong Joon-Ho's excellent Memories of Murder and The depraved Hwaseong Serial Murders which were only very recently solved. We also talk Mythic Quest, The Seventh Continent, Safe, The Little Things and more. Please excuse some minor audio issues. :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:46:19

Ep. 22: The Strangers (2008) VS The Keddie Cabin...

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/06/25

Ana and Mo have Kendrah and Olivia from The Blood, Guts and Boos Podcast on to discuss the 2008 film The Strangers and The Keddie Cabin Murders cold case. Plus, We discuss Fried Barry, the new season premiere of Rick and Morty, Clarkson's Farm and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:27:44

Ep. 21: Eaten Alive (1976) VS Joe Ball

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/06/15

Ana and Mo discuss Tobe Hooper's swamp hell, Eaten Alive, and Joe Ball aka The alligator man aka The Butcher of Elmendorf aka the Bluebeard of South Texas. Also: She (1985), Things (1989), we're hot for Robert Englund's nose, and we ponder if Bo Burnam is in therapy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:00:39

Dahmer Series pt 2: Ep. 20: Dahmer (2002) VS Jeffrey...

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/05/23

Morgan and Anastasia discuss The surprisingly good Dahmer starring Jeremy Renner in a tour de force performance and The gruesome crimes of Dahmer. Plus! Ana is salty about The Reckoning and The Devil's Ground and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:27:31

Dahmer series pt 1: Ep. 19: My Friend Dahmer (2017)...

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/05/15

Morgan and Ana discuss My Friend Dahmer and how accurate it was to Jeffrey Dahmer's early life. Plus talk of Frankenhooker, early 00's shoes, and Die Antwoord. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:18:09

BONUS: Copycats 1: Gary George VS The Loved Ones (2009)

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/05/01

Since Morgan couldn't be with us, Keith (Xo, How to Write a Novel Podcast) takes over co-hosting duties in a special bonus episode. We discuss a very specific scene that Gary George copies from the The Loved Ones in a horrific attack on his "best mate". Keith breaks down The synopsis of The Loved Ones and I fill him in on the details that he missed. Plus we discuss a great new idea for a reality show. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:30:09

Ep. 17: The Black Dahlia (2006) VS The Black Dahlia...

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2021/04/18

Mo and Ana have Katie(IG: @thehauntedoutfit) in to discuss the dull adaptation of Jame's Ellroy's The Black Dahlia and the murder of Elizabeth Short. Also, 90s YA horror novels, NIN, Tod Browning's Freaks and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:42:18

Ep. 18: The Dentist (1996) VS. Glennon Engleman

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/04/15

Ana and Morgan discuss the campy fun 90s film, The Dentist, as well as the stupidity and bloodlust of Glennon Engleman. Also, Ana's frog loving dentist, too many Sherlock Holmes related media, and the hilarious films, Slaxx and The Pit. Tune in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:06:51

Ep. 16: Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986) VS...

Horror VS Reality ·

2021/03/13

Morgan and Ana have Trent (Bloody Buddies Podcast) on to discuss Henry, the man and the film. We also learn way too much about A Serbian Film memorabilia, lust after Crawfish pie, and giggle like teenagers. ***Sources: The New York Times; ABC News; Murderpedia; "True Crime Blacksburg: The Henry Lee Lucas Story" published by Pylon a now defunct Blacksburg-based digital publication; The Last Drive- In with Joe Bob Briggs s1 week 6; Violence Incorporated: John McNoughton's "Henry Portrait of

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