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Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast

Victims and Villains

Josh, Mark & Billy gaze into the abyss of various horror movies to find out what will gaze back and how their mental health themes challenge us as viewers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/abyss-gazing-a-horror-podcast--5223870/support.

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80:24

Green Room (2015) | Episode #109

Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast ·

2024/05/29

We’re staring into the abyss of 2015’s Green Room to see what will stare back. We got a last-minute gig with an unexpected, and uncomfortable, twist to it as we discuss this punk rock showdown with So Much Hope, Buried (https://linktr.ee/somuchhope). In this episode, we’ll discuss the new album from the band, the shocking nature of Green Room & more. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out

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Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988) | Episode #108

Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast ·

2024/05/22

We’re staring into the abyss of 1988’s Killer Klowns from Outer Space to see what will stare back. Kristen Noriega (https://www.instagram.com/kristinnoriega), writer-director behind last year’s short film When You’re Gone, joins us to talk about the parallels between her film and the cult classic. In this episode, we get captured into the cotton candy cocoons to talk how the future of the the clowns, the importance of depression warning signs and more. Plus, music from Marlene Mendoza

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45:41

Salem Horror Fest 2024 | Episode #107

Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast ·

2024/05/08

We’re staring into the abyss of this year's Salem Horror Fest to see what will stare back. Join us as we navigate through the depths of independent cinema with reviews of Sigil, Livescreamers, Young Blondes, Stalked and Murdered, Black Lake: Director’s Cut, It Doesn’t Get Any Better Than This, The Vizitant, Faceless After Dark, Sins of the Father, Purgatory Jack, & Sweet Relief. Check out more information on Salem Horror Fest: https://www.salemhorror.com/ If you or someone you know is reading

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81:54

Planet of the Apes (1968) | Episode #106

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2024/05/01

We’re staring into the abyss of 1968’s Planet of the Apes to see what will gaze back. Griffey & Heath, of Misfit Parade (https://www.misfitparade.net/), join us to dive into their insane process of filmmaking. In this episode, we’ll discuss the prolific influence of the franchise, information suppression, the multifaceted nature of the narrative and much more. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach

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38:42

The First Omen (2024) | Episode #105

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2024/04/17

We’re staring into the abyss of 2024’s The First Omen to see what will gaze back. Have we found a bright spot in an otherwise dead franchise? Josh, Mark & Billy debate the film’s ties to the original films, possible sequel ideas, Mark’s love of musicals & more.If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the

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55:37

The Omen (2006) | Episode #104

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2024/04/10

We’re staring into the abyss of 2006’s The Omen to see what will gaze back. In the era of horror remakes, Damien and Robert Thorne were left out. Julia Stiles & Liev Schreiber unite to recreate this horror classic. How does it stand against the original? Is it worthy of the Thorne legacy? Or just another forgettable remake? Find out in this brand new episode. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach

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Omen IV: The Awakening (1991) | Episodes #104

Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast ·

2024/04/03

We’re staring into the abyss of 1991’s Omen IV: The Awakening to see what will gaze back. The big-screen adventures of Damien Thorne come to the small screen in this fourth entry into the series. If the screen is smaller does that also signify that the quality diminishes as well? We get a new Anti-Christ in this one; how does she compare to Damien? Find out in this episode.Get your tickets to Horrific Hope: https://drafthouse.com/winchester/show/2024-horrific-hope-film-festival.If you or someone you

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60:01

Omen III: The Final Conflict (1981) | Episode #102

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2024/03/27

We’re staring into the abyss of 1981’s The Omen III: The Final Conflict to see what will gaze back. Jason Zink, the director behind the Horrific Hope Film Festival official selection looky-loo, joins to talk about this experimental film. In this episode, we discuss the charisma of Sam Neill, the mental health of legacy, the impact of art on your mental health and more. Get your tickets to Horrific Hope to see looky-loo & more: https://drafthouse.com/winches... /> If you or someone you

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49:15

Damien: Omen II (1978) | Episode #101

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2024/03/20

We’re staring into the abyss of 1978’s Damien: Omen II to see what will gaze back. Writer-director of the Horrific Hope official selection, The Lurker, joins us to discuss his movie & how it seems to social media and mental health. In this episode, we discuss our thoughts on the sequel to The Omen, the Anti-Christ and much more!If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at

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87:29

Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) | Episode #100

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2024/03/13

We’re staring into the abyss of 1978’s Invasion of the Body Snatchers to see what will gaze back. A milestone in the making as we celebrate our first triple-digit episode & we enlisted the help of our friends over at Love What I Love Podcast (https://www.youtube.com/redire..., Wine & Warpaint (https://www.wineandwarpaintban... & Saint of Pine Hills (https://saintofpinehills.bandc... to bring you a truly remarkable episode. Not only features the outstanding music from the

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39:01

The Omen (1976) | Episode #99

Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast ·

2024/03/06

We’re staring into the abyss of 1976’s The Omen to see what will gaze back. Today we are kicking off not one BUT two brand new series with the filmmakers of this year’s Horrific Hope (https://www.victimsandvillains.net/horrifichope) going through The Omen film series with us. We are joined by writer/director, Richard Elfman, and his leading lady, Anatasia Elfman, creators behind Bloody Bridget (https://bloodybridget.com/) to talk about the insane creation process of the film, Haitian history, film

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58:58

Imprint (2006) | Episode #98

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2024/02/28

We’re staring into the abyss of 2006’s Imprint to see what will gaze back. Multiple renowned horror filmmakers came together in the mid-2000s to craft a series of short films called Masters of Horror. The season one finale was Takashi Miike’s Imprint. In this episode we are joined by The Ghouls Next Door (https://www.theghoulsnextdoor.com/) to breakdown some of the gnarliest moments of this film from one of Japan’s most extreme horror filmmakers. Plus music by DENS (https://densnoise.com/).Try

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Preston "Bunny Man" Corbell | Episode #97

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2024/02/21

We’re staring into the abyss of the career of Preston “Bunny Man” Corbell to see what will gaze back. Corbell is an accomplished stunt man having worked on everything from Cabin Fever to Drake & Josh to The Punisher and One Tree Hill and so much more. In this episode, he chronicles some of the physical and mental health struggles of being in the industry, his favorite projects and more. Follow Preston on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stunt.beast/.Try Paramount+ on us:

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The Loved Ones (2009) | Episode #96

Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast ·

2024/02/14

We’re staring into the abyss of 2009’s The Loved Ones to see what will gaze back. We are joined by our friends, Lori and Rob, to talk about this hidden gem from Australia. In this episode, we address everything from the film’s aggressive gags, conspiracy theories. the need to let wounds heal & more. Plus we have music from Bunker Hill Bloodbath (https://www.bunkerhillbloodbat...) ; which you can catch at our St. Patrick’s Day show on March 16th at Garden Grove Brewing in Richmond, VA. Try

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62:33

Here For Blood (2024) | Episode #95

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2024/02/07

We’re staring into the abyss of 2024’s Here For Blood to see what will gaze back. In this episode we had the chance to sit down with star Shawn Roberts and writer-producer, James Roberts, to talk about the insanity of this Screambox original movie. Mark and Josh share their thoughts on the movie and what it speaks about mental health. Plus, music from The Get Off (https://thegetoff.bandcamp.com/).Here For Blood comes to Screambox beginning February 9th, 2024.Try Paramount+ on us with code “BUTTERS”:

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61:11

Everyone Will Burn (2023) | Episode #94

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2024/01/31

We’re staring into the abyss of 2023’s Everyone Will Burn to see what will gaze back. Raven Angeline, the co-writer, director and star, of the independent creature feature, Biters and Bleeders, discusses the strange and complex world of her work. As well as the supernatural Spanish horror movie that landed on Bloody Disgusting’s Top 10 Hidden Gems of 2023. In this episode, we’ll discuss everything from being a suicide loss survivor, survivor’s guilt and more. Try Paramount+ on us with code

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The Blair Witch Project (1999) | Episode #93

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2024/01/24

We’re staring into the abyss of 1999’s The Blair Witch Project to see what will gaze back. This independent film placed the found footage subgenre into the mainstream. From the insane film conditions to the viral marketing campaign - there hasn’t been a movie quite like Blair Witch since. In this episode, we talk about its importance to the genre, the mental health effects of media & much more. Try Paramount+ on us with code “BUTTERS”: https://paramountplus.qflm.net.... If you or someone

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Destroy All Neighbors (2024) | Episode #92

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2024/01/17

We’re staring into the abyss of 2024’s Destroy All Neighbors to see what will gaze back. Our friend Billy joins us to jump into the strange world of Shudder’s latest release. In this episode, we give our honest thoughts on the film (both spoiler-free and spoiler-filled), discuss the mental health harm of escapism & much more! Try Paramount+ on us with code “BUTTERS”: https://paramountplus.qflm.net... /> If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide,

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61:24

Pandorum (2009) | Episode #91

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2024/01/10

We’re staring into the abyss of 2009’s Pandorum to see what will gaze back. We set sail to launch into space with co-writer and director, James Fox (https://solo.to/jamesfox), to discuss his movie, Crypto Shadows (available on VOD beginning January 16th, 2024), the mental health of isolation and healing. Along with the sci-fi horror film, Pandorum & its themes of forgetfulness, sci-fi tropes and more. Try Paramount+ on us with code “BUTTERS”: https://paramountplus.qflm.net... /> If you

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Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) | Episode #90

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2024/01/03

We’re staring into the abyss of 1990’s Gremlins 2: The New Batch to see what will gaze back. We celebrate the new year with a couple of guests including our brother Billy and the multi-talented, Joe Reilly. Joe is the filmmaker behind Charlie the Cancelled Skeleton. In this episode, we’ll talk about how the second Gremlins was ahead of its time, how it addresses trauma, cancel culture & more. Plus, we have a world premiere for you from our friends, Who They Fear

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