Dead And Lovely Horror Movie Podcast

With Halloween right around the corner, Ben Eller and Steven Spratling venture where no one should have ever gone: into the Halloween sequels! We're talking our favorite John Carpenter films, getting into how apathetic this production really was, and trying to think of some ways this movie could have been better. It's a blast! Movie discussion begins at 00:30:52 Music by Ben Eller

For the first time, Uncle Ben and Hollywood Steve are doing a Tim Burton movie: Sleepy Hollow. We find out which Tim Burton character we are, we talk 19th century American literature, and we get into twisted plot at the center of the film. It's fun for the whole family! (Except for kids because it is...explicit). Movie discussion begins at 00:56:05 Music by Ben Eller

It's Halloween month and we're talking about the movie that saved big-studio horror: Scream. We talk about Castle Rock (SPOILER ALERT: skip from 00:03:12 to 00:11:11 to avoid spoilers), we test our knowledge of horror movies, and we get into the depths of Scream's meta elements. We think you'll like it. Movie discussion begins at 00:32:51 Music by Ben Eller

The first request our podcast ever received was for us to cover Bubba Ho-Tep. We've gotten that same request a ton of times since. Well, get ready to listen to two (relatively) young dudes talk about getting old. Lots of hairs in new places and pains. We talk Bruce Campbell's godlike swag, what genre this movie actually is, and aging. Movie discussion begins at 01:18:21 (I know, right?) Music by Ben Eller

The Return of the Living Dead is the subject of our episode this week. Ben Eller and Steven Spratling crack into some craft brews from Cleveland. We find out what type of zombies we are, we get into fast, brain-loving zombies, and we talk about the meaning of this movie. Movie discussion begins at 00:38:18. Music by Ben Eller

Some horror movies seem to polarize fans, and there is none more polarizing than The Blair Witch Project. We talk found footage films, we get into the film's grueling production and revolutionary marketing, and we talk about everything there is to appreciate about a film that many people hate passionately. Movie discussion begins at 00:52:59 Music by Ben Eller

Ben Eller and Steven Spratling have a good bit to say about The Conjuring. We talk about our brand-spanking-new YouTube channel, all of the movies that inspired this movie, and we get into the first installment of one of the most successful horror franchises of all time. Movie discussion begins at 00:30:49 Music by Ben Eller

Predator could easily be considered a horror movie, and this week Ben Eller and Steven Spratling try to convince you that it most definitely is. For the first time ever, ya boys have a guest: musician Andy Wood. We talk Predator lore, Predator sequels, and we get around to talking about how this is one of the most enjoyable movies of all time. Movie discussion begins at 00:47:46. Music by Ben Eller

Back to the 90s this week with Ben Eller and Steven Spratling as we talk about teen horror flick I Know What You Did Last Summer. We find out which 90s heartthrob would be perfect for us, talk about Kevin Williamson's major influence on 90s teens, and get into the twists and turns of teenagers committing murder. Movie discussion begins at 00:50:00 Music by Ben Eller

Your favorite horror movie review podcast is talking The Hills Have Eyes this week. Ben Eller and Steven Spratling learn what we would taste like and get into Wes Craven's involvement in the Golden Age of Porn. Then we talk about Roman mythology and pagan names all in an effort to unpack Wes Craven's vision for this seemingly simple survival horror film. Movie discussion begins at 00:48:50 Music by Ben Eller

It's time for Ben Eller and Steven Spratling to talk about cult-classic creature feature Tremors. We talk about Ben's upcoming vacation, the ways we've changed since childhood, and the simple fun of giant underground worms terrorizing a town of 14 people. Be sure to check this movie out, if you've never seen it. Movie discussion begins at 01:14:31 Music by Ben Eller

Time for Ben Eller and Steven Spratling to discuss one of the greatest horror movies ever made: The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. We talk barbecue and annoying horror movie characters. Then we get into the grueling production of this film and its grim and brutal look at depraved humanity. It's a real fun time! Movie discussion begins at 00:46:13 Music by Ben Eller

This week, Ben Eller and Steven Spratling get back to their first love: Dario Argento. We're covering Opera and talking about just how weird Argento can get. We get into cake sitting, good whodunit horror, and this insane film. Movie discussion begins at 00:44:59 Music by Ben Eller

This week Ben Eller and Steven Spratling talk about The Autopsy of Jane Doe. We find out how dead we are inside. We talk about how this movie ranks among other similar horror movies. And Ben has a theory that truly improves the way Steven sees this movie. Movie discussion begins at 01:22:48 Music by Ben Eller

Just one year after we did our first wildcard episode, Ben Eller and Steven Spratling go back to the Harry Potter franchise for more. We take a semi-difficult Harry Potter quiz, talk about how to shorten this movie, and get into how freaky Moaning Myrtle is. Let's get into the Chamber of Secrets! Movie discussion begins at 00:46:23. Music by Ben Eller

It's time to celebrate the 4th of July in the Deadest and Loveliest way by talking about Jaws. We're moving onwards and upwards here with a low-key announcement about big things ahead. We talk summer blockbusters. And we go into the briny deep to talk about a 25-foot great white. Movie discussion begins at 00:51:10 Music by Ben Eller

We conclude our month long look at camp slashers with the meta-horror comedy The Final Girls. We find out which final girl we are, talk about the movie’s numerous references to other horror films and break down its numerous meta levels. Movie discussion begins at 00:39:57 Music by Ben Eller

We're finally talking about what may be the best camp slasher ever made: Sleepaway Camp. Ben Eller and Steven Spratling get some answers from the wizards over at Buzzfeed. Then we get effusive about how great Sleepaway Camp is while also demonstrating that no matter how many times you see this movie, it's hard to fully understand. Movie discussion begins at 00:55:43 Music by Ben Eller

Coming at you with an unexpected minisode about Hereditary. Spoilers abound, so don't listen unless you want to have a great horror movie spoiled for you. We just wanted to get some thoughts out there. We'll do a fuller episode once the movie is widely available.

This week, Ben Eller and Steven Spratling are reminded that not all of the Friday the 13th series can be considered great. We talk about 3D movies and incels. We break down the timeline of the series. And we have a very special theory regarding each character's inability to see anything out of the frame of the camera. Movie discussion begins at 00:39:55 Music by Ben Eller