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Horror Movie Franchises

Horror Movie Franchises

”Horror Movie Franchises” provides commentary, analysis and critiques of horror franchises. We cover all the genres of horror-- from well known slashers, to foreign gems to schlocky B movies. If you enjoy horror, there’s something here for you. NOTE: On older episodes we are branded under our previous name-- ”Food and Frightening Film Fanatics”.

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22:01

ADDENDUM: "Wolf Creek" Season 2 And Australia's...

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/08/22

We originally covered the "Wolf Creek" franchise way back in episode 22. This week we take a look at season 2 of the TV series. The lead character may be lesser known in the US (which is a shame cause he is quite menacing). Mick Taylor (played by John Jarrett) is the serial killer operating in the Australian outback. He used his Aussie charm and the isolated location to torture and murder tourists. Mick REALLY, REALLY, hates outsiders. Both Jarrett and series writer/director/producer Greg McLean

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25:35

The "Hitcher" Franchise And West Texas Asado

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/08/15

This week we cover a group of lesser known movies. The "Hitcher" franchise has three films total. The first (starring Rutger Hauer, C Thomas Howell and Jennifer Jason Leigh) premiered in 1986. It was followed by "Hitcher 2" in 2003 and a remake of the first movie in 2007. If you like car chase movies, explosions, and severed limbs check them out. There are some great scenes. Since the hitcher knocks off victims on isolated roads in West Texas, I thought it might be appropriate to highlight a

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49:23

The "Urban Legends" Franchise And An Expensive Cookie...

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/08/09

This week we're discussing the "Urban Legends" franchise. There are three movies total. While i can't say the movies knocked my soaks off, they may be the first introduction to urban legends for many people. Common entries include: the killer in the back seat of the car, calls coming from inside the house, the kidney heist, etc. Interested in learning more? Check out the two urban legends TV series as well as the Snopes website. In keeping with today's theme, we have a very expensive cookie recipe

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26:40

The "Wishmaster" Franchise And Genie In A Bottle...

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/08/02

This week we cover one of the lesser know franchises. It's the four movies of "Wishmaster". Wes Craven executive produced the first film. The Wishmaster is an evil djinn who has to grant the person that awakens him three wishes. It sounds like a good deal but he grants them in the worst way possible. Example: A woman wants to live forever-- so he turns her into a mannequin. The djinn wants to hurry the wishing along since after that's done his fellow djinn will then take over the

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41:03

The "Jeepers Creepers" Franchise And Favorite Florida...

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/07/19

This week we cover the three films of the "Jeepers Creeper" franchise. All were written and directed by Victor Salva*. All take place in a short time frame. The second movie occurs four days after the first. The third movie occurs between the first and second. I think the Creeper is one of the best horror creatures out there. He likes to wear a trench coat and stetson hat. Sometimes he dons a red sweater. He has bat like wings and can fly. He likes to scare people to determine if they have body

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34:56

The "Hills Have Eyes" Franchise And Prickly Pear...

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/07/03

This week we're discussing the "Hills Have Eyes" franchise. There are four movies total in the series. They were written/directed/produced by Wes Craven (who also did the "Nightmare On Elm Street" and "Scream" franchises). The numbering is a bit confusing. There's the 1977 film, then a "part 2", then a remake (with the same name as the original), then a "2" (which is a sequel to the remake). The original is considered a classic (though the pacing is a little slow for my taste). The remake is one of

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28:37

The "Jaws" Franchise And NOT Shark Fin Soup

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/06/21

This week we cover the first summer blockbuster movie-- "Jaws" and it's 3 sequels. "Jaws" put director Stephen Steven Spielberg on the map and won 3 Academy awards-- Best Original Score (for composer John Williams), Best Sound and Best Film Editing. It was also nominated for Best Picture. The movie holds up surprisingly well for being 45 years old. And for this week's recipe, you might think I'd go with shark fin soup. That'd be a BIG nope. Sharks have been hunted almost to extinction with one of

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22:44

The "I Know What You Did Last Summer" Franchise And...

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/06/06

This week we discuss the "I Know What You Did Last Summer" franchise. This first movie was written by Kevin Williamson (who also wrote "Scream"). Both this movie and "Scream" are credited with reinvigorating the 90s slasher genre. "I Know" stars several (then) up and coming actors including: Jennifer Love Hewitt, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Ryan Phillippe, and Freddy Prinze Jr. There are 3 movies total in the franchise. The plot is essentially the same in all. And in honor of fishermen everywhere, we

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28:54

The "Hatchet" Franchise And Popular New Orleans Foods

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/05/17

This week we review an often overlooked franchise. It's "Hatchet". There are four movies total in the series. All were written and directed by Adam Green (except for "Hatchet 3" which was directed by BJ McDonnell). The movies follow the Bayou Butcher Victor Crowley as he terrorizes anyone stupid enough to go into the swamp. It's over the top campy gory fun. And a number of horror icons make appearances here including: Danielle Harris "Halloween", Tony Todd "Candyman", Robert Englund "Nightmare On

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56:45

The "Friday The 13th" Franchise And A Campfire Treat

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/05/03

This week we review one of the largest franchises in horror history. Spanning some 30 years, "Friday The 13th" consists of 12 films and a TV series (which ran for 3 seasons). When people hear 'slasher" they usually think of the unstoppable hockey masked, machete wielding Jason Vorhees. Just dont expect much in the way of plot from these movies. It's just Jason killing horny teenagers in a variety of gruesome and creative ways. And to celebrate Camp Crystal Lake, we have an adult cocoa and smores

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16:57

The "30 Days Of Night" Franchise And Eskimo Ice Cream

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/04/18

This week we discuss an under appreciated franchise. It's "30 Days Of Night". What makes these movies so great are the vampires. These arent your sparkly emo vampires. They are feral creatures who screech, have shark like teeth and are super strong. Their sole goal is to have you for dinner. They are right up there on my list of favorite vampires of all time. I just wish there were more movies to explore their history. And in honor of the hardy souls of Barrow, Alaska here's some info on Akutaq

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44:56

Top Virus Pandemic Movies

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/04/04

This week we cover the top virus pandemic movies. This is obviously a large genre with some 1100 movies listed on Amazon. My suggestions for viewing include "Contagion", "Flu" (South Korea), "Outbreak", "REC" (Spain), "The Last Days" (Spain), "28 Days Later", "12 Monkeys" and "The Andromeda Strain". No recipe this week. Who wants to think about food in our current environment? Stay in your house and stay safe!!! Photo Credit: Here

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24:00

SSS: "The Crazies" and Pride Of Iowa Cookies

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/03/22

Given current events, it seems only appropriate that this week we cover "The Crazies'. There are two movies total. The first is from 1973 and was directed, written and coproduced by the father of the zombie genre-- George A Romero. The second movie is a 2010 remake. Citizens of a small town are infected by a government created biological weapon called the "Trixie virus'. Those infected go mad and start killing everyone in sight. And since the second film takes place in the fictional town of Ogden

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29:11

The "Stepfather" Franchise And O'Quinn's Apple Crisp

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/03/15

This week we review the relatively unknown "Stepfather" franchise. There are three films and a remake. Terry O'Quinn (probably best known as John Locke on "Lost") stars in the first two movies. His performance definitely elevates what might otherwise be a Lifetime movie. Jerry Blake (we never learn his real name) ingratiates himself into families where the woman already has children. When they dont live up to his vision of "perfect domesticity" he savagely murders everyone and moves on to the next

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49:14

Eli Roth Films And Favorite Jewish Foods

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/02/29

This week we review the filmography of Eli Roth. He does it all-- acting, writing, directing and producing. Roth is best know for torture porn films "Hostel", "Cabin Fever" and "Green Inferno". He's also has been involved in a number of other movies you might not know about. They include "Knock, Knock", "Death Wish", "Aftershock" and the kid friendly "The House With A Clock In It's Walls". And in honor of Donny The Bear Jew from "Inglorious Bastards", I added some of my favorite Jewish foods from

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19:28

ADDENDUM: "3 From Hell" And Foods Of Northern Mexico

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/02/23

This week we check out Rob Zombie's latest movie "3 From Hell". Check out my review of the rest of his offerings in episode 14. "3 From Hell" is the third movie to feature the murderous Firefly clan. The first is 2003's "House Of 1000 Corpses" followed by 2005's "The Devils Rejects". The original trio included: Captain Spaulding (Sid Haig), Otis (Bill Moseley) and Baby (Sherri Moon Zombie). Unfortunately Haig becomes very ill and passes away shortly after the movie was released. He was able to do a

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34:51

"All Hallows Eve", "Terrifier" And The Top 8 Pizza...

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/02/15

This week we cover "All Hallows Eve" 1 and 2 as well as "Terrifier". The first two movies are anthologies while the last is a straight up slasher. While the quality is a bit iffy at times the best thing about this series is that it gave us Art The Clown. This homicidal mime with his tiny hat and trashbag of implements is the stuff of nightmares. He's well on his way to becoming one of the icons of horror-- along with Freddie, jason, and Michael. I cant wait for "Terrifier 2" which is due out in

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01:07:29

The "Puppet Master" Franchise And Favorite German Foods

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/02/08

This week we're covering one of the biggest franchises in horror history. "Puppet Master" has 13 films total (if you count the non canon SyFy movie). The puppets have been everything from protangonists to antagonists to anti-heroes. The latest movie "Puppet Master: The Littlest Reich" creates an alternate universe where the puppets are straight up evil. There's also a Blade movie coming this year in which Blade will be back in WWII Germany fighting Nazis. From Expatica.com we have a number of

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27:46

The "Cube" Franchise And Some Tasty Cube Steak Recipes

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/01/18

This week we review a lesser known Canadian franchise. There are three "Cube" movies total. Each features a group of people stuck in a mysterious Cube structure. They must work together in order to survive. As is usually the case, the humans are more of a danger than anything else. In keeping with the "cube" theme, this week's recipes feature cube steaks. The name is derived from indentations made in the steak by the tenderizer. Check out parade.com for several tasty recipes here Music

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26:37

The "Slumber Party Massacre" Franchise And Flavored...

Horror Movie Franchises ·

2020/01/11

This week we review the "Slumber Party Massacre". It is sometimes cited as the only horror franchise directed and written by women. Dont expect the shows to go light on violence and T&A because of that. They were all produced by Roger Corman (the King of B Movies) whose matra was blood, boobs and butts. No slumber party is complete without popcorn. Here's 50 great flavored popcorn recipes from the Food Network: here Music Credits: Here and Here Photo Credit: Here

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