Film Exploder

Even if you've not watched the film, start the episode to get spoiler-free insights to decide if you want to see it or hear the film's walkthrough. In this episode, Barry and Taylor dig into The Substance, a 2024 body horror that explores a disturbing, sci-fi concept of what happens when society’s obsession with beauty and youth goes too far. Starring Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley, the film takes a dark turn as characters face the terrifying consequences of pursuing physical perfection through a mysterious, cutting-edge treatment. Taylor and Barry unpack the film’s eerie take on self-destruction, fame, and the consequences of tampering with nature and how the film’s chilling climax reflects on our obsession with youth.

In this episode, Barry and Taylor unravel Strange Darling, a psychological thriller that starts as a chase between a young woman and a man but quickly becomes something much darker and more complex. The movie twists expectations with its non-linear storytelling, keeping you on your toes. As the duo dives into the film’s tense cat-and-mouse dynamic, they break down the movie’s unsettling mood and the cryptic clues sprinkled throughout, giving viewers much to chew on. Even if you've not watched the movie, start the episode to get spoiler-free insights on the film to decide if you want to watch it or not. This one’s for fans of thrillers that don't play by the usual rules.

In this episode, Barry and Taylor dive into Infinity Chamber, a mind-bending sci-fi thriller that explores the limits of consciousness. Set in a dystopian future, the film follows Frank, a man trapped in a high-tech prison where an AI controls his every move and thought. The duo discuss the film's intriguing premise, and three theories that lay out the various possibilities that explain the ending and the metaphors in the film. Even if you've not watched the movie, join the episode for spoiler-free opening which helps you decide if you want to watch the film.

In this episode, Barry and Taylor tackle two intense thrillers — Sanctuary and 10x10. They break down Sanctuary, a tense two-hander that turns a manipulative power struggle into an unsettling mind game. The duo dive into the psychological warfare between a woman and her wealthy client, who’s trying to end their twisted arrangement. But things aren’t as simple as they seem, and the layers of manipulation keep building. Then, they shift gears to 10x10, where a kidnapping spirals into a battle of wits and survival. As the captor, played by Luke Evans, locks a woman in a small room with plans to extract a hidden truth, Barry and Taylor debate just how far both films push their characters into psychological and physical extremes. As always, start the episode to get spoiler free inputs on if you should watch or skip the film. It’s a double-feature episode with plenty of suspense and mind games to go around. 00:00-Introduction 6:05-Sanctuary 25:35-10x10 45:00-Other Recomendation

In this episode, Barry and Taylor dig into the 2024 film Cuckoo, the eerie thriller set in the Bavarian Alps. They dive into the unsettling story of Gretchen, who discovers disturbing secrets about her new stepfamily and the creepy resort they’ve moved into. The pair unpack Cuckoo’s unique mix of body horror, mind-bending suspense and the connection to the actual Cuckoo bird. Even if you've not watched the film, start the episode to get spoiler-free insights on if you should watch or skip Cuckoo.

In this episode, Taylor and Barry dive into the dark world of Speak No Evil, the chilling thriller the 2024 Hollywood is based out of. The story follows a family’s visit to their new friends house, but what starts as a quiet weekend getaway turns disturbingly sinister. In the episode, we'll let you know non-spoilery information about the movie so you can decide if you want to watch it. As Taylor and Barry explore the film's tension, psychological horror, and eerie social dynamics, they also talk about social obligations of our everyday lives which is the theme of the movie. Tune in as they break it all down!

In this episode, Taylor and Barry shake things up with a game where they go head-to-head recommending their favorite investigative thrillers. But here’s the twist—AI gets to play judge! That’s right, ChatGPT steps into the role of Siskel and Ebert, rating their picks and determining the winner. Expect some surprising choices, a bit of friendly rivalry, and of course, 10 great films for you to walk away with! This episode is spoiler free! Further reading from Barry and Taylor: https://www.thisisbarry.com/ https://www.taylorholmes.com/

In this episode, Taylor and Barry dig into the 2024 creepy thriller Longlegs. Join them as they explore the twisted tale of an FBI agent hunting a serial killer with a strange connection to the supernatural. As they break down the eerie plot and unsettling atmosphere, you'll get answers to the most pressing questions the film raises, well, most of them. Even if you've not watched the film, check out the episode and we give you non-spoiler pointers on if you should watch the film or not, after which you can choose to pause and get back. Further reading from Barry and Taylor: https://www.thisisbarry.com/ https://taylorholmes.com/2024/08/15/osgood-perkins-lays-waste-with-longlegs/

Eternal Sunshine is the big daddy of all Mind-Job / Mind-Bending movies. In this episode, Taylor and Barry make the film linear for you to make things super clear. Join them as they take a deep dive into the plot and discuss all the chaos in the film revolving persona, memory, grief, forgiveness, love and more. Even if you've not watched the film, you can check out the episode till the point where we give you non-spoilery information about the movie after which you can pause and get back. Further reading from Barry and Taylor https://www.thisisbarry.com/film/eternal-sunshine-of-the-spotless-mind-2004-movie-plot-ending-explained/ https://taylorholmes.com/2018/10/08/eternal-sunshine-of-the-spotless-mind-walkthrough-and-explanation/

In this episode, Taylor and Barry jump into the chaotic, trippy world of Infinity Pool. Things get weird fast when a couple’s luxury vacation takes a dark turn, leading to some seriously twisted events involving cloning, crime, and no consequences. As the hosts debate the twisted choices made by the characters and the strange society they stumble upon, you’ll be left questioning where you’d draw the line. Buckle up for a deep dive into one of the most mind-bending movies out there! Further reading from Barry and Taylor: Infinity Pool Explained by This Is Barry Infinity Pool Dissected and Explained by Taylor Holmes