Small Beans 625. Kings of King: Gerald’s Game
Sep 16, 2023
Michael Swaim and Abe Epperson dive into the 2017 horror film Gerald’s Game, discussing the flaws of act two and survival in relation to the bag of bones. They analyze the storytelling approach, character development, and suspense building techniques used in the film. The hosts also critique the lack of female empowerment in the original story and discuss their rankings of various Stephen King movies. From discussing the director's skills in horror to exploring the symbolism and craftsmanship, this podcast episode is a must-listen for horror movie fans.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Analyzing 'Gerald's Game'
02:04 • 19min
Behind the Scenes of 'Gerald's Game'
20:40 • 8min
Suspense building techniques in 'Gerald's Game' and the effectiveness of the director in setting up climaxes
29:01 • 13min
Critiquing 'Gerald's Game' for a Male Perspective
41:46 • 12min
Craftsmanship, Suspense, and an Admission of Failure
53:41 • 2min
Rankings of Stephen King Movies
55:44 • 5min
Upcoming Content for Patreon Patrons
01:00:56 • 2min