Coming out over a decade after the original film, Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 takes the franchise in a decidedly different direction, but definitely not a bad one. Join Juliet and Theresa as they dive into a movie with an absolutely killer opening sequence and talk about the magic of radio, Drayton Sawyer's belief in the hustle and why Stretch is an awesome final girl. CW/TW: none for this episode <a href="https://www.patreon.com/attackofthefinalgirls" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon!</a>Theme music: "Book of Shadows" by Houseghost (Rad Girlfriend Records)

Parodyception (Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 - 1986)

Demons is a horror classic made by an all-star lineup of Italian moviemakers. Juliet and Theresa take on this mutual favorite and talk about the parallels between the titular demons and American and European zombies, the snack situation at the Metropol, and why Tony is such a badass character. CW/TW: none for this episode <a href="https://www.patreon.com/attackofthefinalgirls" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon!</a>Theme music: "Book of Shadows" by Houseghost (Rad Girlfriend Records)

Friends Don't Let Friends Become Demons (Demons - 1985)

Many of Darren Aronofsky's films could qualify as horror films, and the director himself has said that Black Swan belong to the genre, even if it wasn't marketed as such. Inspired by their recent trip to see Swan Lake, Juliet and Theresa talk about this psychological horror film, IMDB's parents' guides and why the Oscars snub our favorite genre and CW/TW: eating disorders, weight loss, fatphobia, sexual and psychological abuse Further reading: <a href="https://www.npr.org/2024/03/01/1234626714/2024-oscars-date-horror-nominees-awards" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">And the Oscar for best picture doesn't go to ... horror</a>! by Brianna Scott (NPR)<a href="https://cinematiccorner.blogspot.com/2011/10/black-swan-posession-theory-step-by.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Black Swan - Possession theory, step by step</a> via CinematicCorner<a href="https://www.npr.org/2022/11/14/1136026492/misty-copeland-ballet-raven-wilkinson-wind-at-my-back" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">'It chips away at you': Misty Copeland on the whiteness of ballet</a> by Terry Gross (NPR) <a href="https://www.patreon.com/attackofthefinalgirls" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon!</a>Theme music: "Book of Shadows" by Houseghost (Rad Girlfriend Records)

You Don't Have to Eat the Stupid Ballerina Cake (Black Swan - 2010)

30 Days of Night was a horror comic book hit, but what about the 2007 movie? Juliet and Theresa attempt to cure their winter blues by talking about an Alaskan town plunged into darkness, this movie's parallels with the new season of True Detective, vampire lore and why they both went to weird high schools. CW/TW: none for this episode <a href="https://www.patreon.com/attackofthefinalgirls" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon!</a>Theme music: "Book of Shadows" by Houseghost (Rad Girlfriend Records)

More A Creature Than A Creature of the Night (30 Days of Night - 2007)

Based on a Clive Barker short story, 1992's Candyman is a horror classic that mixes issues of race and privilege with urban legends and the supernatural. Join Juliet and Theresa to talk about the shifting way we talk about urban legends, how this film reflects many societal fears of the late 80s and early 90s and why Trevor is the worst. CW/TW: child death, racism and racial violence <a href="https://www.patreon.com/attackofthefinalgirls" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon!</a>Theme music: "Book of Shadows" by Houseghost (Rad Girlfriend Records)

Your Cousin's Grandma's Goldfish (Candyman - 1992)

Is 2017 film Terrified a prequel to Argentinian writer and director Demián Rugna's 2023 film When Evil Lurks? Juliet and Theresa think it just might be. Join them to talk about this film and its potential sequel, a more scientific take on possession horror, and why them kids ain't safe. CW/TW: child death <a href="https://www.patreon.com/attackofthefinalgirls" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon!</a>Theme music: "Book of Shadows" by Houseghost (Rad Girlfriend Records)

Are These Paranormal Investigators Okay? (Terrified - 2017)

An early entry in the modern wave of cosmic horror film, 2016's The Void mixes Lovecraftian imagery with classic horror tropes for a movie that offers a variety of viewing experiences. Join Juliet and Theresa to talk about why childbirth is its own kind of horror, the beauty of practical effects and why vague cults are the scariest cults. Content warnings: pregnancy/child loss, pregnancy trauma <a href="https://www.patreon.com/attackofthefinalgirls" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon!</a>Theme music: "Book of Shadows" by Houseghost (Rad Girlfriend Records)

Childbirth Is An Eldritch Horror (The Void - 2016)

Juliet and Theresa are cautiously welcoming 2024 by talking about their favorite films of last year. As usual, there is no order because it's hard enough to get two Virgos to compile a definitive list without spiraling into severe overthinking mode! Content warnings: none for this episode <a href="https://www.patreon.com/attackofthefinalgirls" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon!</a>Theme music: "Book of Shadows" by Houseghost (Rad Girlfriend Records)

Don't Let Virgos Make Lists: The Best Horror Films of 2023

It's the most wonderful time of the year...allegedly. Join Juliet and Theresa as they talk about It's a Wonderful Knife, a new holiday horror film whose name is more than a clever pun, and their own holiday traditions or lack thereof. Content warnings: suicide and depression, brief mentions of addiction and drug abuse <a href="https://www.patreon.com/attackofthefinalgirls" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon!</a>Theme music: "Book of Shadows" by Houseghost (Rad Girlfriend Records)

Happy Whatever You Celebrate (It's a Wonderful Knife - 2023)

Join hosts and friends Juliet and Theresa as they analyze new and classic horror films: the good, the bad and the bizarre. We'll talk about the moments that resonate, the things that fall short, and how we see ourselves reflected in film (or not). 💜👻🎃 Theme music: "Book of Shadows" by Houseghost (Rad Girlfriend Reccords)

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