

The Evolution of Horror
Mike Muncer
Welcome horror fans! The Evolution of Horror is a weekly movie discussion podcast that covers the history of horror cinema, one sub-genre at a time. From Universal Monsters to 80s slashers, from Alfred Hitchcock to Jordan Peele, we've got it covered! Each week, host Mike Muncer is joined by a different guest from the world of horror to discuss a movie in depth and its place in horror history.
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Nov 6, 2020 • 1h 23min
MIND & BODY Pt 17: The Rise and Fall of the Erotic Thriller (1987 - 1995)
This week things get sleazy, steamy and very, very camp. Mike is joined by Catherine Bray to discuss some of the classic erotic thrillers of the 80s and 90s, including Fatal Attraction, Basic Instinct and Showgirls. Keep a look out for Catherine's upcoming long-form video essay for the BBC, GUILT FREE PLEASURES. For more of Catherine's essays, check out BBC INSIDE CINEMA, which includes her piece on THE EROTIC THRILLER. Music by Jack Whitney. Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com You can now buy Evolution of Horror T-SHIRTS! www.evolutionofhorror.com/shop Subscribe and donate on PATREON for bonus monthly content and extra treats... www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Email us! Follow us on TWITTER Follow us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Join the DISCUSSION GROUP Follow us on LETTERBOXD Mike Muncer is a producer, podcaster and film journalist and can be found on TWITTER

Oct 30, 2020 • 1h 15min
His House (2020)
This week Mike is joined by new guest Isaura Barbé-Brown to discuss Remi Weekes' new horror film which dropped on Netflix UK, HIS HOUSE. The first portion of the discussion is spoiler free, with a spoiler section after the interview with the filmmaker. THE EOH VIRTUAL HALLOWEEN PARTY ! Stuck indoors this Halloween? Join us for an evening of virtual delights... 8pm The EOH Pub Quiz, live on our YouTube channel, EOH TV 10pm FINAL DESTINATION TWEETALONG. Watch the film on Netflix and tweet using the hashtag #EOHWatchParty 11:30pm A POST-SCREENING VIDEO CHAT with special guests, on EOH TV Music by Jack Whitney. Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Check out Isaura's article for The Final Girls Website, Psycho Killers Prefer Blondes You can now buy Evolution of Horror T-SHIRTS! www.evolutionofhorror.com/shop Subscribe and donate on PATREON for bonus monthly content and extra treats... www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Email us! Follow us on TWITTER Follow us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Join the DISCUSSION GROUP Follow us on LETTERBOXD Mike Muncer is a producer, podcaster and film journalist and can be found on TWITTER

Oct 11, 2020 • 1h 33min
The Haunting of Bly Manor: Eps 6 to 9
Rhianna and Mike conclude their 2 part Bly Manor Special with a full, in-depth discussion of the last 4 episodes of the series. Mike also chats to director of the stunning 8th episode of the series, Axelle Carolyn. Music by Jack Whitney. Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com You can now buy Evolution of Horror T-SHIRTS! www.evolutionofhorror.com/shop Subscribe and donate on PATREON for bonus monthly content and extra treats... www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Email us! Follow us on TWITTER Follow us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Join the DISCUSSION GROUP Follow us on LETTERBOXD Mike Muncer is a producer, podcaster and film journalist and can be found on TWITTER

Oct 9, 2020 • 1h 46min
The Haunting of Bly Manor: Eps 1 to 5
We're back with a 2 part special to discuss the new Netflix / Mike Flanagan horror show, The Haunting of Bly Manor, in spoilerific detail. In this episode Mike and Rhianna Dhillon will be discussing episodes 1 to 5 (but there won't be any spoilers beyond ep 5)... Mike is also joined by friend of the pod Liam Gavin, director of episodes 4 and 5. Music by Jack Whitney. Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com You can now buy Evolution of Horror T-SHIRTS! www.evolutionofhorror.com/shop Subscribe and donate on PATREON for bonus monthly content and extra treats... www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Email us! Follow us on TWITTER Follow us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Join the DISCUSSION GROUP Follow us on LETTERBOXD Mike Muncer is a producer, podcaster and film journalist and can be found on TWITTER

Oct 7, 2020 • 44min
Saint Maud (2020) with writer/director Rose Glass
OK...I know we're on a mid season break but...it's OCTOBER! This week I'm joined by Rosie Fletcher to discuss one of the best horror fils of the year, SAINT MAUD. The chat is completely spoiler free (sign up to our PATREON to hear the spoiler discussion) I also had a quick zoom chat with writer / director of the film, Rose Glass... Music by Jack Whitney. Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com You can now buy Evolution of Horror T-SHIRTS! www.evolutionofhorror.com/shop Subscribe and donate on PATREON for bonus monthly content and extra treats... www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Email us! Follow us on TWITTER Follow us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Join the DISCUSSION GROUP Follow us on LETTERBOXD Mike Muncer is a producer, podcaster and film journalist and can be found on TWITTER

Sep 25, 2020 • 2h 14min
MIND & BODY Pt 16: Jacob's Ladder (1990) & Lost Highway (1997)
“We’ve met before…haven’t we?” This week Mike is joined by host of Ghiblioteque and Wrap Party podcasts Michael Leader, to discuss two mind-melting masterpieces from the 1990s…Jacob’s Ladder and Lost Highway, in spoilerific detail. Check out Ghiblioteque and Michael Leader's new podcast Wrap Party Music by Jack Whitney. Big thank you to Mary Wild for this week's 'Wild About Horror' segment! Follow Mary on Twitter to find out more about her upcoming courses and follow her podcast, PROJECTIONS PODCAST. Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com We now have a SubReddit! You can now buy Evolution of Horror T-SHIRTS! www.evolutionofhorror.com/shop Subscribe and donate on PATREON for bonus monthly content and extra treats... www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Email us! Follow us on TWITTER Follow us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Join the DISCUSSION GROUP Follow us on LETTERBOXD Mike Muncer is a producer, podcaster and film journalist and can be found on TWITTER

Sep 18, 2020 • 1h 31min
MIND & BODY Pt 15: Tetsuo The Iron Man (1989) & Society (1989)
"THE SMELL OF THE HUNT, AND THE TASTE OF THE SHUNT!" This week Mike discusses two bonkers body horrors with two guests: the BFI's Lou Thomas for Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989) and the BFI's Michael Blyth for Society (1989). Music by Jack Whitney. Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com You can now buy Evolution of Horror T-SHIRTS! www.evolutionofhorror.com/shop Subscribe and donate on PATREON for bonus monthly content and extra treats... www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Email us! Follow us on TWITTER Follow us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Join the DISCUSSION GROUP Follow us on LETTERBOXD Mike Muncer is a producer, podcaster and film journalist and can be found on TWITTER

Sep 11, 2020 • 2h 14min
MIND & BODY Pt 14: Dead Ringers (1988) & Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me (1992)
This week we return to the weird, warped minds of Lynch and Cronenberg. Mike is joined by Kelli Weston to discuss DEAD RINGERS and then Anna Bogutskaya to discuss FIRE WALK WITH ME. Music by Jack Whitney. Big thank you to Mary Wild for this week's 'Wild About Horror' segment! Follow Mary on Twitter to find out more about her upcoming courses and follow her podcast, PROJECTIONS PODCAST. Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com You can now buy Evolution of Horror T-SHIRTS! www.evolutionofhorror.com/shop Subscribe and donate on PATREON for bonus monthly content and extra treats... www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Email us! Follow us on TWITTER Follow us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Join the DISCUSSION GROUP Follow us on LETTERBOXD Mike Muncer is a producer, podcaster and film journalist and can be found on TWITTER

Sep 4, 2020 • 1h 50min
MIND & BODY Pt 13: Hellraiser (1987) & Hellbound: Hellraiser II (1988)
“Jesus. Wept.” This week Mike is joined by Total Film’s Jamie Graham to discuss one of the greatest horror films of all time, HELLRAISER, and it’s sequel, HELLBOUND. Music by Jack Whitney. Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com You can now buy Evolution of Horror T-SHIRTS! www.evolutionofhorror.com/shop Subscribe and donate on PATREON for bonus monthly content and extra treats... www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Email us! Follow us on TWITTER Follow us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Join the DISCUSSION GROUP Follow us on LETTERBOXD Mike Muncer is a producer, podcaster and film journalist and can be found on TWITTER

Aug 28, 2020 • 1h 28min
MIND & BODY Pt 12: The Fly (1986)
“Oh…that’s disgusting.” This week Mike is joined by James and Matt from Journey Through Sci-Fi join Mike to discuss the ultimate Cronenbergian body horror…THE FLY! Music by Jack Whitney. Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com You can now buy Evolution of Horror T-SHIRTS! www.evolutionofhorror.com/shop Subscribe and donate on PATREON for bonus monthly content and extra treats... www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Email us! Follow us on TWITTER Follow us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Join the DISCUSSION GROUP Follow us on LETTERBOXD Mike Muncer is a producer, podcaster and film journalist and can be found on TWITTER