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Specter Cinema Club
Hosted by DeVaughn Taylor · EN
The ghosts of your horror movie club explore a different sub-genre each month! Featuring creators from the spooky community, stoner filmmaker DeVaughn Taylor & film journalist Garrett McDowell discuss the recurring motifs of various sub-genres and what makes the best genre films work. New episodes every Tuesday!
NOTE: We recommend starting at Season 2 (Ep60) as that's when Garrett joined and began our current format. Season 1 was the experimental phase and before DeVaughn got better at editing haha
NOTE: The first 99 episodes, we were under the "Bloody Blunts" name. Season 3 is where we continue on as "Specter Cinema", though the show itself does not change.
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FRANKENHOOKER (1990) ft. Brian Keiper // Mary's Monsters
Mar 1701:35:30Tap to summarizeThe boys are hitting the streets of grimy New York (and Jersey) for Frankenhooker directed by Frank Hennenlotter. We're joined by Frankenstein historian Brian Keiper (Holy Terrors) to discuss the comedic approach, the surprisingly complicated themes, and the iconography of the TITular character. Some need drugs, some people need booze, some just need some surgical assistance!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt. Brian on social media:BlueskyInstagramHaunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Transcribe →THE BRIDE! (2026) ft. Sarah Stubbs // Mary's Monsters
Mar 1001:46:14Tap to summarizeIt's time to put on The Ritz while we discuss The Bride! directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal. The boys are joined by Sarah Stubbs (Final Girls Feast) discuss what type of Frankenstein adaptation this is, the bold swings, Buckley & Bale's fearless performances, and the divisive response. Get ready for a BRAIN ATTACK!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinemaHaunt Sarah on social media:BlueskyWebsite Haunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Transcribe →THE CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN (1951) // Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus (1818)
Mar 301:32:23Tap to summarizeThe boys hit the books as they set the stage discussing Mary Shelley's Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley, as we dive into its various adaptations. First up is the Hammer Horror classic The Curse of Frankenstein directed by Terrence Fischer. We're talking Victor's bitchy hubris, which parts of the book were adapted, and whatever the deal is with Victor's "tutor" Paul Krempe. It's alive!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Transcribe →HEREDITARY (2018) // Runes & Rituals
Feb 2401:57:57Tap to summarizeThe boys close out folk horror month with a modern classic, Hereditary directed by Ari Aster. We discuss the insane details, Toni Collette's stunning performance, and how this is one of the best debut films of all-time. Hail Paimon!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Transcribe →PUPMKINHEAD (1988) // Runes & Rituals
Feb 1701:21:36Tap to summarizeThe boys fly back to the states for a slice of southern fried folk horror as they discuss Pumpkinhead directed by Stan Winston. We're talkin revenge themes in folk horror, the design of Pumpkinhead, and why Lance Henrikson & Tom Woodruff Jr are Specter Cinema All-Stars. What, did you think this would be easy?New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Transcribe →BLOOD ON SATAN'S CLAW (1971) ft. James Rose // Runes & Rituals
Feb 1001:36:14Tap to summarizeDon't let the whimsical flute fool you, the games end real fast as we discuss Blood On Satan's Claw directed by Piers Haggard. The boys are joined by writer James Rose to discuss cults as counter-culture, gender oppression, and what makes a UK folk tale. It's ok, you can keep your Devil's Skin patch!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt James on social media:Selected WritingsInstagramHaunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Transcribe →THE WITCH (2016) ft. Mary Beth McAndrews // Runes & Rituals
Feb 301:36:26Tap to summarizeTime to sign the black book as we kick off a month of folk horror talking The VVitch, the directorial debut of Robert Eggers. Mary Beth McAndrews (director of Bystanders) returns to discuss the plights of being the eldest sibling, religious oppression, Egger's attention to detail, and the ascension of genre royalty Anya Taylor-Joy. Wouldst though like to live deliciously?!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Mary Beth on social media:BlueskyInstagramSubstackHaunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Transcribe →IF I HAD LEGS I'D KICK YOU (2025) ft. Kat Hughes // Favorites of '25
Jan 2701:28:39Tap to summarizeTaking a break from the infected, the boys are joined by Kat Hughes (Movies with Mummy) to discuss If I had Legs I'd Kick You directed by Mary Bronstein. We're discussing the horrors of parenthood, the existential fears of life's mundanity, and the Oscar-nominated performance by Rose Byrne. Relax, we're here to listen!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Kat on social media:Links to WorkBlueskyHaunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Transcribe →28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE (2026) // SCC #291
Jan 2201:46:39Tap to summarizeIn our first new release episode of the year, we're tackling 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple directed by Nia DaCosta. The boys break down it's place in the franchise, the fantastic performances, and an early candidate for scene of the year. HOWZAT!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
Transcribe →28 YEARS LATER (2025) ft. Amber T // Favorites of '25
Jan 1301:50:26Tap to summarizeContinuing through the "28 Rages Later" franchise, the boys are joined by Amber T (Fangoria) to discuss 28 Years Later directed by Danny Boyle. We talk the film's unique structure, the innovative film making, Brexit, and where this film stands in the zombie movie canon. Don't worry it's us, the microphones are just covered in iodine!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Amber on social media:InstagramBlueskyHaunt Garrett on social media:TikTokTwitterBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeHaunt DeVaughn on social media:BlueskyTwitterTikTokInstagramLetterboxdYouTubeSpecter Cinema Club Original Theme by Andrey Kinnard
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