Horror Queers

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Videodrome (1983) Feb 01, 2023

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Ready for invagination? For the first week of 'Weird Sex Month,' we're returning to Canada to discuss David Cronenberg's Videodrome (1983), just in time for its 40th anniversary.

Expect body horror courtesy of FX master Rick Baker, communications theory courtesy of Marshall McLuhan, and oversharing about anatomy courtesy of Trace Thurman.

Plus: wanting more Debbie Harry, feminist and trans readings of Max's situation, talk of the alternate ending, Canadian history lessons, and just how many Americans have guns?

References:

> William Beard. The Artist as Monster: The Cinema of David Cronenberg

> Cyrus Cohen. "eXistenZ, Videodrome, and the Panic of Penetration."The Gay Gaze.

> Willow Maclay. “Body Talk: Conversations on Transgender Cinema with Caden Gardner: Part Six” Curtsies and Hand Grenades

Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, Facebook, or join the Facebook Group to get in touch with other listeners

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

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Theme Music: Alexander Nakarada

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Micro Queers: L.A. AIDS Jabber (1994) Jan 31, 2023

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We're dropping a special bonus review of Visual Vengeance's new Blu of 1994 thriller L.A. AIDS Jabber.

Up for discussion: is this exploitation film sleazy enough and is it good or bad that queer people don't seem to exist?

Plus: low budget filmmaking, changing characters and motivations, Joe's husband's odd personal connection, and how an HIV diagnosis is no longer a death sentence.

For more information on HIV and AIDS, connect with the National Institute of Health: HIV 1800-HIV-0440 or via their website

Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, Facebook, or join the Facebook Group to get in touch with other listeners

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

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Micro Queers: Exploited (2022) Jan 27, 2023

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Cover your webcams and watch out for tasers because we're talking Jon Abrahams' Exploited (2022). C/W: sexual assault.

This indie film features male nudity in two minutes, boys in singlets and Leah FUCKING Pipes running around in lingerie. It's also got about 12 storylines, uneven acting and far too many twists in the surprisingly dark last act.

Basically: she's a messy bitch that tries to tackle too much, but Exploited is so explicitly queer, pro-sex and unabashedly wild that we had to cover it. It won't be for everyone, but if you're willing to take the ride, we hope you enjoy the batshit insanity.

Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, Facebook, or join the Facebook Group to get in touch with other listeners

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

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House of Wax (2005) Jan 25, 2023

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We are not here to see Paris die but we are here to discuss Jaume Collet-Serra's mean and stylish 2005 remake House of Wax (and yes, we know it has more in common with Tourist Trap)! Wanna see what happens when a really dumb slasher script gets a $40 million budget thrown at it? This is it!

Join us as we discuss the film's controversial "See Paris Die!" marketing campaign (and the emotional toil it may have taken on Ms. Hilton) before going all in on this 2005 time capsule that fell in that awkward period for horror between post-Scream slashers and torture porn.

Plus: twincest, Penny Can, sexy super glue blowing, a fiery finale and an unexpected(?) queer reading of Chad Michael Murray's Nick.

Oh, and here's the link to the 5-part documentary series Movie Life: House of Wax that aired on MTV the month before the film was released. It's...something.

Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, Facebook, or join the Facebook Group to get in touch with other listeners

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

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Skinamarink (Patreon Clip) Jan 24, 2023

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Here's a sneak peek at our all new Patreon episode on Kyle Edward Ball's freaky deaky experimental horror film Skinamarink (2022)!

Like what you hear? Head on over to www.patreon.com/horrorqueers and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content today!

Theme Music: Alexander Nakarada

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The 2022 Hereditaries Jan 20, 2023

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For the first time we're making the results of the Hereditaries - our version of the Horror Oscars - public!

Patrons helped to craft the shortlist, then the public voted throughout Dec 2022 in 18 different categories such as Best Villain, Best Death, Best Actor and more! (Also: apologies for not using the correct pronouns for Jasmin Savoy-Brown 😭)

Beware of spoilers for the following films: Barbarian, Bodies Bodies Bodies, Fresh, The Menu, Nope, Orphan: First Kill, Pearl, Prey, Scream (2022), Smile, Speak No Evil, Terrifier 2, A Wounded Fawn, X

Wish you had voted? We always share the link on our socials, so be sure to give us a follow! Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, Facebook, or join the Facebook Group to get in touch with other listeners

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

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Crimson Peak (2015) feat. Greg Mucci Jan 18, 2023

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Don't drink the tea and always listen to ghosts because we are crossing the pond to discuss Guillermo del Toro's Gothic Romance film, Crimson Peak (2015).

Along for the ride is returning guest Greg Mucci, who loves this film, but can't deny that the love and mystery portions don't always work.

Plus: aggressive hand-jobs, Stephen King pull quotes, gorgeous set and costume design, Mimic slander, and did Trace and Joe even watch the movie?

Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, Facebook, or join the Facebook Group to get in touch with other listeners

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

> Greg: @ReelBrew

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Sick (Patreon Clip) Jan 17, 2023

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Here's a sneak peek at our all new full-length Patreon bonus episode on Kevin Williamson and Katelyn Crabb's home invasion thriller, Sick (2023).

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M3GAN (Patreon Clip) Jan 13, 2023

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Here's a sneak peek at our all new full-length Patreon bonus episode on Blumhouse/Universal's new killer doll film, M3GAN (2023).

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Safe (1995) feat. Andrew Scahill Jan 11, 2023

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Why do you think you're sick? Well you better find out because we're discussing Todd Haynes' (not Todd Solondz's) 1995 AIDS allegory Safe! Joining us for the discussion is returning guest Andrew Scahilll!

Join us as we discuss Julianne Moore's heartbreaking performance before going all in on the social commentary that Haynes weaves into the film. From the mundane aspects of suburban life to the dangers of joining a cult built around the concept of self-blame, we've got it all! Plus: milk vendettas, all fruit diets, Beth Grant(!!!), igloos and allergic reactions to heteronormativity.

References:

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

> Andrew: @andrewscahill

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