SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers

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Episode 157 - Rating Scream (2022) & Classic Scream Interviews May 07, 2024

Show notes

This week Ryan, Amar Karim, and Anthony Dapuzzo (from "Never Split Up Pod") evaluate "Scream 5" (2022) by breaking down the film into smaller sections and grading each section. This is the fifth episode in a series "rating" each of the SCREAM films as though they were television seasons. In addition, Ryan welcomes Rick and Marquez to the podcast with the Scream Story and Speed Round segments.

If you liked this episode, check out the other episodes for each of the preceding films: Episode 153 for "Scream 4," Episode 144 for "Scream 3," Episode 139 for "Scream 2," and Episode 137 for "Scream" (1996).

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Introduction

Rick and Marquez Intro
Scream Story
Speed Round
Rating Scream 5
Conclusion

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Episode 156 – "SCREAMS" Commentary with Ryan and Joey Apr 30, 2024

Show notes

Last week, you heard Ryan's performance of the Gale-centric "SCREAMS," a spec script written by LA-Times bestselling writer Joe Vallese ("It Came from the Closet"). Now, Ryan and Joe deep dive into the script, its themes, the character arcs of Gale and Sidney, the killers, and heavy themes of the media, true crime, and murder. In addition, Ryan and Joe discuss the process of creating this story after the success of Episode 112 and the Scream 7 spec script.

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Introduction

The Process
The Structure
Sidney's Arc
Gale's Arc
The Killers
The Set Pieces

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Script: @HomoHorror @JoeVallese
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Episode 155 – "SCREAMS" Spec Script by Joe Vallese Apr 23, 2024

Show notes

This week, Ryan performs and reads out (like an audiobook) "SCREAMS," a spec script written by LA-Times bestselling writer Joe Vallese ("It Came from the Closet: Queer Reflections on Horror"). This is a Gale Weathers centric story about true crime, the media, and Gale's controversial legacy. Sidney Prescott is a co-lead with Gale, and Kirby Reed plays a prominent role against Ghostface. This is a standalone story, but also follows the Scream 7 script written by Joe and performed by Ryan in Episode 112.

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Introduction

Hello From Joey and Ryan
A Few New Cast Members
SCREAMS Script
End Credits

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Script: @HomoHorror @JoeVallese
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Episode 154 – Scream v. Alien: Franchise Similarities & Contrasts Apr 16, 2024

Show notes

This week, Ryan covers the Alien franchise in relation to Scream, in particular the way Alien (1979), Aliens (1986), Alien 3 (1992), and Alien: Resurrection (1997) mirror the first four Scream films. In addition, the podcast panel discusses Ellen Ripley's legacy as a final girl. Ryan is joined by podcast editor Albert Padilla (host of The Cantina Cast podcast) and Quentin Harrison for this epic coverage of everything Xenomorph and Ghostface. Tune in next week for "SCREAMS" - a spec script written by LA-Times Bestselling Writer Joe Vallese. It will be read aloud like an audiobook on the podcast. "Screams" is a Gale Weathers centric story featuring Sideny Prescott and Kirby Reed, with themes about true crime and the media.

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Introduction

Albert on Alien and Scream 7
Alien Ranking
The Scream Connection
Ellen Ripley
Alien (1979) & Aliens (1986)
Alien 3 (1992) & Alien: Resurrection (1997)
Parallel Franchises with Scream

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Episode 153 – Rating "Scream 4" (2011) Apr 09, 2024

Show notes

Scream 4 Time! To celebrate the anniversary of its theatrical release of April 15, 2011, Ryan, Amar Karim, and Anthony Dapuzzo (from "Never Split Up Pod") evaluate "Scream 4" (2000) by breaking down the film into smaller sections and grading each section. This is the fourth episode in a series "rating" each of the SCREAM films as though they were television seasons. If you liked this episode, check out the other episodes for each of the preceding films: Episode 144 for "Scream 3," Episode 139 for "Scream 2," and Episode 137 for "Scream" (1996).

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Introduction

New Patreons
Screams Script Reminder - April 23, 2024
Catch Up on Scream 3
Scream 4 as a season of Television
Overall Ratings

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Episode 152 - Scream 7 Updates & Darren Stein (Director: Jawbreaker) Interview Apr 02, 2024

Show notes

This week Ryan opens the show by addressing how Scream 7 is thriving, as well as theories about its production and storyline. Then, Darren Stein (director of "Jawbreaker," "Sparkler," "GBF") joins Ryan as a special guest to discuss the 1990s, Scream, and the 25 year legacy of his masterpiece, "Jawbreaker." Ryan welcomes a group of new Patreon guests who share their Scream Story and speed round answers.

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Introduction

Scream 7 Rumors
Why Scream 7 Is Not Desperate
Darren Stein Interview
Scream Story & Speed Round

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Episode 151 – The Evolution of the SCREAM Final Girls Mar 26, 2024

Show notes

The final girls of the SCREAM franchise are legendary. Sidney Prescott, Gale Weathers, Sam Carpenter, and Tara Carpenter were memorable in each of their appearances in the series. Yet, this week, Ryan and a group of Patreons evaluate which character arcs of the final girls in the particular films represent a complete change and drastic evolution of the character from their first scene to the last.

Introduction

Scream 7 News
Sam Carpenter
Gale Weathers
Sidney Prescott
Tara Carpenter

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Episode 150 – Scream 7: Neve Campbell Returns, Kevin Williamson Directing (150th Special) Mar 19, 2024

Show notes

Ryan celebrates the 150th episode with the greatest news to come out of the SCREAM franchise in years: Neve Campbell will return and star in SCREAM 7, and franchise screenwriter Kevin Williamson will direct for the first time in the franchise after writing Scream 1, 2, and 4. Ryan is joined by Amar, Josh and TJ to discuss the news, the controversy in the fandom, the future, as well as the podcast milestone of 150 episodes.

Introduction

Amar Intro
Neve Campbell's Return
Kevin Williamson's Directing
Controversy
Speed Round
Podcast 150
Ryan's JOY

Conclusion

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Episode 149 – Should Dewey Have Died in Scream (2022)? Mar 12, 2024

Show notes

The death of Dewey Riley broke hearts around the world when the fifth "Scream" movie premiered in 2022. Now that time has passed, fans are divided whether this was the correct decision. In this week's episode, Ryan presents the question, "Should Dewey have died?" Ryan is joined by more than 15 Patreons to hear their answers.

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Introduction

Extra Thoughts
Question
Ryan's Answer
The Panel
Final Vote Tally

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Episode 148 – Cruel Intentions (25th Anniversary) & SWRCS Awards 2023 Mar 05, 2024

Show notes

Ryan and a panel of Patreons celebrate the 25th anniversary of the 1999 classic, Cruel Intentions starring Sarah Michelle Gellar and Ryan Phillippe. In addition, Ryan announces the SWRCS Awards, Best of 2023, in the week prior to the Oscars, highlighting films like "Scream VI," "Oppenheimer," "Thanksgiving," "Sick," and more.

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Introduction