Episodes

  • Episode 13 (Part 3): Nosferatu (2024)
    Dec 29 2024

    Conclusion and final thoughts!

    TW: Discussion of SA

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    45 mins
  • Episode 13 (Part 2): Nosferatu (2024)
    Dec 28 2024

    Our discussion continues!

    TW: Discussion of SA

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    58 mins
  • Episode 13: Nosferatu (2024)
    Dec 28 2024

    Join us as we discuss Robert Eggers's highly anticipated adaptation of Nosferatu!

    We'll be discussing the film's long production history, Eggers's and the cast's intensive preparation and research, and how this adaptation brings new life to the classic tale.

    TW: Discussion of SA

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Episode 12 (Part 2): Abigail w. Katie Hoovestal
    Dec 26 2024

    Our special episode on Abigail with Katie continues!

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    43 mins
  • Episode 12 (Special Episode): Abigail w. Katie Hoovestal
    Dec 26 2024

    Join us for a special episode on the 2024 vampire comedy thriller Abigail with special guest Katie Hoovestal!

    An expert in industrial spaces, distribution and audience, and teen content, Katie joins us to lend her knowledge about the film's production history, directors Tyler Gillett and Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, and how this film balances dark comedy with vampire thrills.

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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Episode 11: The Return of the Vampire (1943)
    Jun 23 2024

    Join us this week for our episode on Lew Lander's 1943 "The Return of the Vampire." Starring Bela Lugosi as the vampire Armand Tesla, the film is considered an unofficial sequel to Dracula with Lugosi essentially playing the Count in all but name.

    We will discuss the the scoio-political climate of WWII's influence on the film, the appearance of our first lead female vampire hunter, Lady Jane, and the surprising role that German bomber planes play in the vampire's defeat.

    Content Warning: Discussions of SA and grooming.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Episode 10 (Special Episode): The Celluloid Closet (1995)
    Apr 21 2024

    Join us this week for Elliott's special host's pick episode The Celluloid Closet. Based on the 1981 book of the same name by Vito Russo, this groundbreaking 1995 documentary explores the evolving history of lgbtq representation in cinema.

    Join us as discuss the topics addressed in the documentary, our own thoughts on specific lgbtq films, and what representation looks like now in 2024. Relevant sources linked below!

    TW: Discussions of homophobia, hate crimes, and SA.

    Links

    https://makinggayhistory.com/podcast/episode-01-10/

    https://www.thepinknews.com/2022/03/27/oscars-lgbt-history/

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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Episode 9 (Part 2): Dracula's Daughter (1936)
    Apr 15 2024

    Join in for the rest of out conversation on Lambert Hillyer's iconic film Dracula's Daughter! We break down the last of the film, then discuss the lesbian and queer themes, as well as the film's critical reception and it's enduring legacy.

    Trigger Warnings: Discussions of Sexual Violence, SA, Lesbophobia, Homophobia, Misogyny

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    1 hr and 24 mins