Show notes
We're trying something different: an audio commentary that's brand new to both feeds! Simply queue up Kurtis David Harder's Influencer sequel, Influencers (2025), on Shudder and hit play to watch - and listen - along with us!
The sequel follows the continuing battle of wills between Cassandra Naud's CW and Emily Tennant's Madison, with new influencers caught in the mix.
Plus: why the sequel works even better for us; Joe's inability to remember Georgina Campbell's character's name; alt-right cucking; and the ending that has us cackling and pleading for a trilogy capper.
Drinking Game Rules
> Take a sip when: Someone uses a phone or computer
> Take 2 sips when: Someone dies and/or we change the perspective of the central character
> Take a Shot / Chug Your Drink when: CW gets cleaver happy
References:
- Etan Vlessing. "Influencers Director on Making a Scary Movie for Scary Times: “Horror Is a Great Platform”" The Hollywood Reporter
- Josh Weiss. "Influencers Director On How ‘Lizzie McGuire’ Inspired The Sequel, Rise Of ‘Malicious’ AI, That Bonkers Ending, And More" Forbes
Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on BlueSky, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, or join the Horror Queers Discord to get in touch with other listeners.
> Trace: @tracedthurman (BlueSky)/ @tracedthurman (Instagram)
> Joe: @joelipsett (BlueSky) / @bstolemyremote (Instagram)
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Show Art: Travis Falligant / Theme Music: Alexander Nakarada
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