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Reel Obscure

Reel Obscure

By: Kevin H. Shaw
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 Dive into the darkest depths of the video vault with Reel Obscure, the podcast dedicated to forgotten films, cult classics, and underrated gems. Each week, we take a deep dive into a different movie, discussing its background, cast and crew, behind-the-scenes trivia, and cultural impact, plus you’ll get a spoiler-free plot summary followed by a spoiler zone for die-hard fans who want the full story. Whether you’re a longtime cult film lover or just looking for movies outside the mainstream, Reel Obscure will help you discover your next favorite hidden treasure. https://www.reelobscurepod.comKevin H. Shaw Art
Episodes
  • EPISODE 17: THE FOG - Why Carpenter's Haunting Masterpiece Still Holds the Power to Terrify!

    EPISODE 17: THE FOG - Why Carpenter's Haunting Masterpiece Still Holds the Power to Terrify!
    Jan 9 2026

    Hello and welcome to REEL OBSCURE!This week I'm taking a look at John Carpenter's The Fog (to give it its full title), a ghastly ghost story featuring a horrific history that comes back to haunt the residents of a small coastal town. This classic tale of undead vengeance and haunting visuals is sure to give even the most ardent of horror fans the chills. Find out why as I take a deep dive down to the depths, where the dead await...You can learn more about REEL OBSCURE by visiting reelobscurepod.com. You can also find REEL OBSCURE on BlueSky using the handle @reelobscurepod.'Fur Manfred und Sigi'' and ''The Monster Dub'' were created using Udio.
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    29 mins
  • EPISODE 16: ISLAND OF TERROR - Man vs Science Gone Wrong in this Classic Creature Feature!

    EPISODE 16: ISLAND OF TERROR - Man vs Science Gone Wrong in this Classic Creature Feature!
    Jan 2 2026

    Hello and welcome to REEL OBSCURE!

    This week's movie features a tale of rogue science, bone-sucking monsters and Peter Cushing having a whale of a time.

    1966's ''Island of Terror'' is something of a rarity, being only one of six or seven - STOP IT - movies from Planet Film Productions. But it's a surprisingly fun science horror movie with some great gory effects, fantastic performances and a wonderfully eerie alien atmosphere.

    I also must apologize for my voice breaking in a few points during this recording. To avoid missing episode drops over the Holidays I had to record multiple tracks back-to-back and that, along with a cold, left my voice quite raw by the end. Hopefully it won't spoil your enjoyment too much!

    As ever please visit https://www.reelobscurepod.com to learn more.

    This podcast features music created using Udio.
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    26 mins
  • EPISODE 15: BLOOD TRACKS - The Snowbound Swedish Slasher!

    EPISODE 15: BLOOD TRACKS - The Snowbound Swedish Slasher!
    Dec 31 2025

    Hello and welcome to REEL OBSCURE!In a semi-festive episode, I take a look at BLOOD TRACKS, a Swedish slasher/survival horror movie set in the snowy mountains, where a glam rock band decide to shoot ONE SCENE for their latest music video - a decision they soon come to regret.

    With drunken Swedes, lingerie-clad dancers braving the elements, unexplained mutants and a terrible title song, BLOOD TRACKS is the pinnacle (ha!) of good-bad movies.

    As ever, you can learn more about REEL OBSCURE by visiting https://www.reelobscurepod.com

    This podcast features music created using Udio.
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    23 mins
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