So It's Come to This: A Movie Podcast

This week's episode digs through some old tapes for a look at a true found footage short film, "Girls at the Carnival." Never intended for public viewing, this 20-minute home movie chronicles several teenage friends in early '90s Ohio, who bond over boys, booze and doughnuts with a Cassavetes-like style. Listen now!

This week's episode pulls some strings to cover the 1989 cult favorite "Puppet Master." We talk about Charles Band's bizarre story and the doll-horror subgenre, and we revisit director David Schmoeller's 1979 horror classic "Tourist Trap" as well. Listen now!

This week's episode rides into town to talk about the new Netflix western "The Harder They Fall." We marvel at the film's all-star cast, over-the-top violence and cool modern elements. Listen now!

This week's episode attempts to translate the new French body-horror film "Titane." We talk about the fearless performances by newcomer Agathe Rousselle and veteran Vincent Lindon, the movie's crazy kills and even crazier vehicular sex scene, and the film's surprising emotional impact. Listen now!

This week's episode slices and dices in a talk about the new "Halloween Kills." We discuss the sequel's good, bad and ugly parts, from Michael Myers' bloody kills to Judy Greer's confusing Christmas sweater. Listen now!

This week's episode plays ball with the rarely seen 1990 survival-horror exploitation film "Blood Games." We talk about the movie's extended opening baseball sequence, intense violence and unexpected emotional moments. Listen now!

Dive into the bizarre world of a cult classic horror film from 1979. Unravel the iconic character of the Tall Man and the film's unique blend of humor and horror. Explore the emotional journey of Mike as he navigates loss in a surreal landscape. Discover the haunting musical score and the memorable sphere scene that heightens tension. Analyze the creative storytelling techniques that merge cosmic horror with relatable themes, showcasing the film's lasting legacy in the genre.

This week's episode puts the pedal to the metal to cover John Carpenter's "Christine." We talk about Stephen King's novel, and discuss the film's hypnotic visuals, cool Carpenter score and liberal use of "Bad to the Bone." Listen now!

This week's episode examines the new James Wan horror film, "Malignant." We cover the movie's crazy premise and crazier execution with a spoiler-filled conversation. Listen now!

This week's episode shines a light on 1981's "Dark Night of the Scarecrow." We talk about the film's effective scares, creepy moments and memorable characters, plus what it's like to watch a 40-year-old TV movie on the big screen. Listen now!