Horror Queers

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Oculus (2014) Apr 10, 2019

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Who would have ever thought a movie about a killer mirror could actually be A) good and B) scary? That's right, the boys are discussing Mike Flanagan's 2014 film Oculus! Join Joe and Trace as they gush (pun intended) over Flanagan's oeuvre and discuss the role a sibling (or siblings) can play in the coming-out process.

Plus, the boys decide which killer mirror movie is better: Oculus or Alexandre Aja's Mirrors? Hint: it's not the one with Kiefer Sutherland.

We've even got some homework for our more devoted listeners this week!

1) Share your sibling's (or siblings') role(s) in your coming-out story.

2) Send us your Oculus sequel ideas.

3) And for those of you who don't like Oculus or find it difficult to relate to the characters: Why?

Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter using the hashtag #HorrorQueers

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

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Pet Sematary (Patreon Clip) Apr 09, 2019

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In the first Patreon exclusive episode of April, the boys discuss whether a personal connection to the material is necessary to grasp the horror, Joe proposes that the material is "grief for dummies" and Trace goes to bat for Amy Seimetz's performance as Rachel.

Other topics on the table: can this new film stand on its own feet, or is it doomed to suffer comparisons to previous iterations? How much of a deal breaker is that grim ending? And who is screenwriter Jeff Buhler fucking to grab all of these high profile projects?

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Stage Fright (2014) Apr 03, 2019

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The boys have got pipes and they're FIERCE! That's right, this week they're headed to Center Stage: Camp for the Performing Arts to audition for the revival of "The Haunting of the Opera"! We're discussing Jerome Sable's slasher musical comedy Stage Fright! But mostly, we just want to know what went wrong with this film. It's neither funny nor scary, and it doesn't even have any good songs!

How do you have musical numbers, gory kills, (attempted) satire, Meat Loaf and Minnie Driver and still end up with this mess of a film? The Horror Queers aim to find out, all while testing out their own singing abilities, contemplating the utter uselessness of Camilla as a Final Girl and the film's incredibly anti-climactic killer reveal.

Plus, why did Trace decide to drink half a bottle of wine before recording (and the other half during)? We will never know. What we do know is that drunk Trace discussing a film he doesn't like is mean.

Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter using the hashtag #HorrorQueers

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

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Daughters Of Darkness (1971) feat. Ale Gonzalez Mar 27, 2019

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Joe and Trace catch a train to France to spend time in a deserted hotel and drink milky blue liquor, picking up special guest Ale Gonzalez en route. The threesome can't help but gush over Delphine Seyrig's iconic performance as the Countess while gently mocking Blond Cher...er...Valerie (so bland!) and emasculated sissy Stefan.

Ale shares her encyclopedic knowledge about lesbian vampire films, Joe attempts to clarify the end of the film and Trace triumphs in his recognition of Stefan's queer connection.

Plus: this week's game includes THE BEST stunt casting for the remake (that will never be made)!

Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter using the hashtag #HorrorQueers

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

> Ale: @sick__66

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References

Zimmerman, Bonnie. "Daughters of Darkness: Lesbian Vampires." Jump Cut, No. 24-25, March 1981

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Us (Patreon Clip) Mar 26, 2019

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In the final March Patreon episode, Joe and Trace discuss Jordan Peele's sophomore effort Us. Is it a better film than Get Out? Does it matter?

Join them as they debate the effectiveness of the comedy in the film, admire Lupita Nyong'o's powerhouse performance and try to decipher just what the rules of The Tethered are (and why the movie doesn't seem to care about sticking to them). Oh, and they compare Peele to M. Night Shyamalan....for some reason?

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Ravenous (1999) Mar 20, 2019

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Who's hungry...for a little man on man action? Joe and Trace trek to Northern California to stay at a delightful gay resort in the mountains where the soup is hearty and the men have a certain glow about them. That's right, it's the 20th anniversary of Antonia Bird's Ravenous!

The boys dig into yet another problematic production history (what's up with you, 1999-2000?), probe the positive/negative connotations of a queer reading of the film's take on cannibalism and ship the sultry bear trip finale for the film's unrequited lovers. Plus: Trace educates Joe on Grindr culture and shares his ideal preferred cannibal dish.

Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter using the hashtag #HorrorQueers

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

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References:

Grimminck, Robert. "10 Macho Blockbusters with Hidden Homoeroticism"

Jude & The Obscure. “What Is ‘Ravenous’ (1999) Actually About?”

Ryan, Chris. "Eating to Live, Living to Eat: Cannibalism And Sexual Appetite in Ravenous"

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Cherry Falls (2000) feat. Brennan Klein Mar 13, 2019

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It's a regular Hymen Holocaust this week as Joe and Trace detour into Cherry Falls, a place where no virgin is safe and problematic cross-dressing serial killers reside. They pick up special guest Brennan Klein (co-host of Scream 101 podcast and producer of Blumhouse's Attack of the Queerwolf!), who chimes in with his thoughts on all things related to Michael Biehn's "Biehn-pole."

The guys discuss the overt sexual tension between Brittany Murphy and Biehn (they're father and daughter!), foot-sucking fetishes and the use of dildos and model sharks as weapons. Also up for debate: What exactly counts as sex in the climactic teen orgy? We have to know! CLASS DISMISSED!

Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter using the hashtag #HorrorQueers

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

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The Rage: Carrie 2 (1999) Mar 06, 2019

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Since the boys got a late start to Women in Horror Month, they've decided to continue it into the first week of March! Next up is Katt Shea's under-appreciated and ahead-of-its-time film The Rage: Carrie 2.

Join Joe and Trace as they take a deep dive into the troubled production of this much-maligned sequel. Topics on the table include but are not limited to: the truly despicable teenage characters, an enormous stuffed dog, Amy Irving's completely ineffectual guidance counselor, and Mena Suvari's predilection for projects with the word "American" in the title. And yes, they do address the fact that the remains of the OG Bates High School are still there for some reason.

On a more serious note, they also discuss their experiences with bullying, narrowing them down to what they refer to as their "Carrie Moment."

Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter using the hashtag #HorrorQueers

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

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The Last House on the Left (Patreon Clip) Mar 05, 2019

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We return with a brand new Patreon-exclusive episode on Dennis Iliadis' remake of Wes Craven's seminal horror film The Last House on the Left, which is celebrating it's 10-year anniversary. We know, we know. We said we were only going to cover recent theatrically-released films for Patreon episodes, but March is a desert wasteland for new horror films, and Joe simply refused to watch Greta again after not loving it at TIFF.

So here we are! The Last House on the Left. Join us as we both agree that *gasp* the original isn't really that great. If that turns you off, don't worry. We move on to the remake at the 10-minute mark so you can just fast-forward to that part if our opinions get your panties in a wad.

Moving on to the remake, we discuss how hard this movie fucks (Joe's phrase, not Trace's), Joe conflates a fireplace with a vagina somehow, and we try to figure out what possesses Trace to show this movie to unsuspecting friends and family members.

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Always Shine (2016) Feb 27, 2019

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Join Joe and Trace on their weekend getaway to Big Sur as they try not to murder each other out of fame jealousy! That's right, we're watching Sophia Takal's Always Shine!

This chilling look into a very troubled female friendship between two competing actresses (portrayed by Caitlin FitzGerald and Mackenzie Davis) force the boys to ask some difficult questions: Why are outspoken women automatically deemed "bitchy" and/or "difficult" by our society? What makes a "good woman?" And finally, just what is a Sazerac (hint: it's not called a "Salesrack")?

Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter using the hashtag #HorrorQueers

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

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