Troy and Roger travel to exotic backroads of Texarkana to seek out the elusive Phantom killer in hopes of getting him to join them as they discuss the 2014 meta slasher The Town That Dreaded Sundown. Is it a remake? A sequel? A reimagining? Join the guys as they ponder this and discuss topics such as the stunning cinematography, a surprisingly poignant queer element, the mopey, but surprisingly endearing final girl, and the plausibility and logistics of that out of nowhere killer reveal.

Troy and Roger take a daring plunge into the swampy chaos of Tobe Hooper's 1976 shocker, Eaten Alive!. Join the guys as they dissect the film, connecting the dots to Texas Chainsaw Massacre. They’ll explore the tangled character dynamics, the bewildering narrative that leaves you wondering if anyone knew what was going on, and the surprisingly perilous role of child characters (because nothing says horror like a kid in a dangerous situation!). They discuss the film’s portrayal of violence, its exploitation aspects, and the wig choices that make you question if the costume designer was playing a prank. Expect reflections on character motivations that are about as clear as murky swamp water and a deep dive into the film's legacy in the horror community. So, grab your favorite snack (and maybe a spare wig for good measure) as Roger and Troy chew on Eaten Alive—a film that's as entertaining as it is baffling!

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Troy and Roger are joined by the extremely knowledgable and extremely queertastic Sean Abley, writer for Fangoria and author of the very recently released book QUEER HORROR: A FILM GUIDE. A_nd what better film for the trio to discuss this William Friedkin's 1980 ultra gay, extremely controversial serial killer film _Cruising. Join the guys as they explore the film’s gritty portrayal of the gay club scene, the impact of its violence, and its provocative themes. They dissect the film’s representation of the queer community, the tension between sensuality and fear, and the mixed reactions it sparked. T une in for a gripping discussion on the intersection of horror and queer culture, and what makes Cruising both unsettling and compelling.

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Roger and Troy don their favorite dominatrix outfits and rev up to review the 1980 cult classic Motel Hell. They dissect the film's bizarre charm, from Farmer Vincent's and Ida’s unsettling take on population control to Terry’s epic fail as a character. Join them as they laugh through the oddball editing, questionable character choices, and amusing zombie like sound effects. From awkward romantic twists to a chainsaw showdown, they wrap up with their thoughts on why this film is equal parts hilarious and head-scratching. Tune in for a fun ride through horror's quirkiest backroads!

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Troy and Roger has the pleasure of hosting the Pet Sematary 35th Anniversary Reunion Panel at the 2024 Houston Horror Film Festival The panel featured Dale Midkiff (Louis Creed), Denise Crosby (Rachel Creed) Miko Hughes (Gage Creed), Brad Greenquist (Victor Pascow) and Andrew Hubatsek (Zelda). If you're new to us and enjoy this, we hope that you'll check out some of our past regular episodes. Enjoy!

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Troy and Roger has the pleasure of hosting the Scream Queens Panel at the 2024 Houston Horror Film Festival this past weekend. The panel featured Heather Langenkamp (A Nightmare on Elm Street), Christine Elise (Child's Play 2) and Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp). If you're new to us and enjoy this, we hope that you'll check out some of our past regular episodes. Enjoy!

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Grab your popcorn and settle into your coziest spot because Troy and Roger are about to dive into a wild ride of avian chaos with their latest episode! This week, they're dissecting the 1987 Hitchcock homage gone awry, Beaks! Tune in as they peck apart the film's dizzying array of location shifts, the lackluster performance of the female lead, and the finale that will leave you flapping in frustration. Whether you love a good bird-themed disaster or just enjoy a juicy critique, this episode promises to ruffle your feathers!

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Hop in the convertible with Troy and Roger as they cruise on down to Medley, Georgia to get a gander at the waitress at the checkout counter, the one who looks sixteen, but more importantly to discuss the 1987 ill-fated road trip themed thriller Shallow Grave. Join the guys as they chat a confusing and major overreaction to a prank, insufficient consequences for said prank, one character’s seemingly pebble sized bladder, and perhaps the sexiest villain ever to grace the screen!

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