Horror Queers

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Hellraiser (1987) feat. Bryan Christopher Sep 14, 2022

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Come to daddy and solve that puzzle box because we're revelling in the queer, cosmic horror of Clive Barker's Hellraiser (1987)! Tagging in for the discussion is returning guest (and Hellraiser franchise super fan) Bryan Christopher, who we can only assume is a masochist at heart.

Join us as we go all in on the queer subtext that Barker injects into his directorial debut before heaping all the praise on Claire Higgins' performance as the complex Julia Cotton. There will be discussions of BDSM and consent, the torture porn label that is unfairly applied to the film, and all things Cenobites.

Plus: Frank's precious goo, shoulder pads for days, one rude-ass nurse, an angry pet store lady, and the ultimate question: why aren't these characters diarrhea-ing all over themselves at the sight of some of this shit? And to think that Ebert said this film was a "bankruptcy of imagination"! Jesus wept.

References:

> Mark Richard Adams. “Clive Barker’s queer monsters: exploring transgression, sexuality, and the other.” Clive Barker: Dark Imaginer

> Bryan and Joe's Hellraiser Podcast: Such Sights To Show. The Anatomy of a Scream Pod Squad

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> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

> Bryan: @eviltaylorhicks

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Horror Sequences in Non-Horror Films (Patreon Clip) Sep 13, 2022

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Here's a sneak peek at our all new Patreon minisode on horror sequences in non-horror films.

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The Lure (2017) feat. Jessica Scott Sep 07, 2022

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It's time to reel in the catch of the day: Polish coming of age mermaid musical horror film The Lure (2015 or 2017).

Along for swim lessons is Jessica Scott, who helps to clarify that Silver's storyline does *not* complicate the film's feminist reading.

Plus: the clear trans allegory, our fave musical numbers (and how the film connects to Burlesque), ties to both Disney and Hans Christian Andersen's The Little Mermaid and why Mietek SUCKS.

References:

> Ten Backe. "Examining The Lure - The Fetishization and Exploitation of Trans Bodies" Slay Away

> Sarah Fonseca. “Discover the flavour of things denied to you…”: Agnieszka Smoczyńska’s The Lure” Cleo Journal

> Annette LePique. "Mythical Puberty and the Discotheque: Agnieszka Smoczynska’s The Lure." Dispatch

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

> Jessica: @WeWhoWalkHere / Website

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Orphan: First Kill (Patreon Clip) Sep 06, 2022

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Here's a sneak peek at our all new full-length Patreon bonus episode on William Brent Bell's 13-year-later prequel Orphan: First Kill. Warning: we do spoil the twist in this clip so do not listen to it if you plan on watching the film!

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Tremors (1990) feat. Cooper S. Beckett Aug 31, 2022

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Be wary of seismic activity because we're discussing Ron Underwood's 1990 creature feature, Tremors with the help of author and podcaster Cooper S. Beckett.

Let's get this...er...straight right off the top: this is a very queer film! Not only are Val and Earl totally in a relationship, but Rhonda is lesbian-coded.

Plus: horrifying deaths, practical Graboid effects, the politics of survivalist couple Burt and Heather, short pole-vaults and what the fuck is homosociality?!

References: Nicola Vaughan. 'From Buddy Movie to Bromance.' PhD Thesis

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

> Cooper: @CooperSBeckett / @ThePikeCast / Website

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Bodies Bodies Bodies (Patreon Clip) Aug 30, 2022

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Here's a sneak peek at our all new full-length Patreon bonus episode on A24's new murder mystery Bodies Bodies Bodies (2022)!

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Micro Queers: Griffica (2021) Aug 25, 2022

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Our second Micro Queers short this month is Griffica (2021), written and directed by CJ Arellano. This short is unique because it's told entirely in voice over, which we praise for allowing us to focus on the clean, modern visuals. Is the idea of a boyfriend so perfect he must be demon appeal more to gay men and our stunted development? We debate!

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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The Lighthouse (2019) feat. Cat Blackard Aug 24, 2022

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We know yer fond of our lobster because we're talking about Robert Eggers' 2019 treatise on homoeroticism and toxic masculinity, 'The Lighthouse.' Joining us to discuss yet another wet'n'wild island movie is The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program's Cat Blackard.

We discuss Eggers' trademark dedication to technical precision, shooting conditions in Nova Scotia, Androeroticism, defending Robert Pattison (and his accent), 'The Lighthouse' as rom com (with farts) and Cat’s own epic monologue around the 43:30 minute mark.

References:

> Patrick Caoile. “Why 'The Lighthouse' Is Actually A Queer Romance” Collider

> Diana Marin. “Delving into the Psychology and Mythology of 'The Lighthouse'”

> Irene Nudd. “'The Lighthouse': You Can't Hide From Your Gayness” Gayly Dreadful

> Martin Shore. “Repressed Homosexuality in 'The Lighthouse'.” Video Librarian

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

> Cat: @NeonFeline / @CthulhuMystery

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Prey (Patreon Clip) Aug 23, 2022

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Here's a sneak peek at our all new full-length Patreon bonus episode on Dan Trachtenberg's Predator prequel, Prey (2022).

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Bonus: On Being a Critic Aug 18, 2022

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Welcome to our special bonus minisode on what it's like being a critic! This minisode was part of a conversation that we had in this week's episode on Michele Soavi's Stage Fright, but it was a bit too off-topic so we decided to cut it out and release it as its own special episode! Get a peek behind the curtain as we chat with this week's guest Rachael Nisbet about the highs and lows of what it's like to be a critic.

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

> Rachael: @rachael_nisbet

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