SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers

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"SCREAMS" Script Trailer - Coming April 23 Mar 01, 2024

Show notes

SCREAMS is a spec script written by Los Angeles Times bestselling writer, Joe Vallese ("It Came from the Closet: Queer Reflections on Horror"). It is a Gale Weathers-centric story, featuring Sidney Prescott and Kirby Reed in prominent roles. SCREAMS explores true crime, the media, content creation, and the controversial legacy of Gale Weathers. This script is a sequel to the "Scream 7" script written by Vallese, released on this podcast in June, Episode 112. The SCREAMS script will be read aloud and performed like an audiobook by Ryan on SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers on April 23, 2024, and available on the podcast Patreon for subscribers to read.

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Writer: @HomoHorror @JoeVallese

Episode 147 – SCREAM Themes (with Zack Cherry) Feb 27, 2024

Show notes

Ryan teams up with Youtube Host Zack Cherry to discuss the central themes each SCREAM film explores aside from the horror/sequel/trilogy/remake/requel/franchise. Ryan and Zack discuss Media Sensationalism for Scream (1996), Fame for Scream 2 (1997), Hollywood and Corruption in Media in Scream 3 (2000), Social Media Influence in Scream 4 (2011), Toxic Fandom in Scream (2022), and Cancel Culture in (2023).

Introduction

Secondary Themes Rundown
Zack Cherry's Youtube Channel
Exploration of Themes

Conclusion

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Episode 146 – Jawbreaker (25th Anniversary), Scream Stories, & Barbie Controversy Feb 20, 2024

Show notes

This week Ryan and a panel of Patreons celebrate the 25th anniversary of the 1999 black comedy, "Jawbreaker" starring Rose McGowan and Rebecca Gayheart, and reflect on its dark sense of humor and risque reputation. Also, Ryan goes through Scream Story and Speed round with Joey and Kelly. In addition, Ryan discusses the controversy about the "Barbie" movie with Joey Moser (writer and podcaster for AwardsDaily).

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Introduction

Scream Talk
Barbie Controversy
Jawbreaker Introduction
Scream Story and Speed Round
Jawbreaker Main Discussion
Conclusion

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Episode 145 – Scream 7 Wishlist & Love for Scream 1-6 (Valentine's Day Special) Feb 13, 2024

Show notes

Happy Valentine's Day! This week, Ryan celebrates the holiday by recapping love for each of the Scream Films based on essays he wrote in the fall about Scream, Scream 2, Scream 3, Scream 4, Scream (2022), and Scream VI. Additionally, Ryan takes a look at the potential of Scream 7 and issues a wish list of character directions, storylines, and casting/crew he would like to see in the next Scream film.

Introduction

Release of Information
Box Office Recap
Scream 7 Potential and Wishlist
What I Love About Scream 1-6

Conclusion

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Episode 144 - Rating Scream 3 (2000) & Scream 7 Director/Neve Speculation Feb 06, 2024

Show notes

To celebrate the anniversary of its theatrical release, Ryan and Amar Karim evaluate "Scream 3" (2000) by breaking down the film into smaller sections and grading each section. This is the third episode in a series featuring Ryan and Amar "rating" each of the "SCREAM" films. In addition, Ryan covers news about "Screams," a Gale centric script about true crime and the media, written by Joey Vallese, coming to this podcast on April 23; the director possibilities for Scream 7 including John Hyams, Karyn Kusama, and Robert Rodriguez; the new reporting about Neve Campbell's return to the franchise; and the first reactions to "Abigail" by Radio Silence starring Melissa Barrera.

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Introduction

Scream 7 Director
Screams News
Neve Campbell Update
Abigail Test Screenings
Episode Explanations
Rating Scream 3

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Episode 143 - Scream News & The Faculty 25th Anniversary Jan 30, 2024

Show notes

This week, Ryan covers the Kevin Williamson written film "The Faculty" and celebrates its 25th anniversary with Patreon supporters, its similarities to "Scream," and how its reputation has evolved over time. In addition, Ryan covers news including the "Scream 7" release date and new public statements made by the cast since Melissa Barrera was fired. Listen to the full review on Patreon.com/screamwithrcs Introduction

Opening Thoughts
Scream Story and Speed Round
Kevin Williamson
Favorite Member
Epilogue

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Episode 142 – Scream 7 Update: Neve Campbell Speaks Out Jan 23, 2024

Show notes

Neve Campbell recently spoke to reporters about the status of "Scream 7." She shared her perspective on the production of the next chapter in the franchise since Melissa Barrera was fired from the project in November. Ryan covers all of the public statements Neve made – where she professionally and notably emphasized the importance of the fans of the franchise – as well as the fandom response to her commentary. If Scream (2022) was #ForWes, Neve's return to "Scream 7" could be #ForTheFans. In addition, Ryan covers other news regarding Melissa Barrera, a requel cast reunion and photo, Courteney Cox, Patrick Dempsey, Jasmin Savoy Brown, and Hayden Panettiere.

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Introduction

Clear Message About Sam and Melissa
Screams Update & Dewey Zoom
Neve Speaks Out
Professionalism
Response to Neve
Is Neve Advocating for Melissa?
Cox, Dempsey, and Panettiere
The Poll Results

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Episode 141 - Scream v. Star Wars Jan 16, 2024

Show notes

This week, Ryan is joined by SWRCS podcast editor, Albert M. Padilla (host of "The Cantina Cast"), for an epic "Scream" and "Star Wars" crossover episode. Ryan and Albert discuss the similarities between the two franchises: their trilogy structures, themes of family and good v. evil, character dynamics, how the two series have evolved, and controversies within the fandoms. In addition, Albert shares his perspective on "Scream" as a longtime producer of the podcast.

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Introduction
Scream Story & Speed Round
The Fandoms
Trilogy Comparisons
Scream 5 & The Force Awakens
Scream 6 & The Last Jedi
Misc.

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Episode 140 - Chris Landon Exits Scream 7, 2023 Horror, & ScreamThrillogy Jan 09, 2024

Show notes

In the first episode of 2024, Ryan returns from the holiday break covering the news of Christopher Landon's departure as the director from Scream 7 and giving a "thumbs up" or "thumbs down" to the notable horror television shows and films of 2023 with Ryan Young. Then, Ryan is joined by Nick Meece, who runs ScreamThrillogy.com for Scream talk, the history of the Scream website, and discussing the future.

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Introduction

Christopher Landon Exits Scream 7
2023 Horror Report Card
Scream-Thrillogy.Com
Scream Story
Speed Round
The Future of Scream

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Episode 139 - Rating Scream 2 (1997) & Scream 7 Sidney Possibilities Dec 20, 2023

Show notes

This week, Ryan and Amar Karim are joined by Anthony Dapuzzo (Never Split Up podcast and Youtube) to evaluate "Scream 2" (1997). This is the second episode in a series featuring Ryan and Amar "rating" each of the "SCREAM" films. In addition, Ryan, Amar, and Anthony discuss two possible lanes for "Scream 7" to pursue in terms of a main storyline with Sidney Prescott, her children and family, and Gale Weathers.

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Introduction