116. Tourist Trap (Wild Card)

Well, folks, it’s time for another episode of *The Rotten Horror Picture Show Podcast*! This time, Clay and Amanda have used their wildcard spot to talk about the delightfully weird 1979 cult horror classic, *Tourist Trap*. If you’ve never seen it, you’re in for a treat—creepy mannequins, unsettling psychic powers, and a totally bonkers villain make this one a standout in the world of backroads horror. Clay and Amanda bring their usual charm and thoughtful analysis to this bizarre little gem, diving into everything from the eerie atmosphere to the practical effects and why this oddball deserves more love in the horror canon. Honestly, *Tourist Trap* is the kind of movie that sticks with you—and not just because those mannequins give you the stink eye.If you’re wondering why Tourist Trap, and why now, well it all has to do with this year’s set of Patreon episodes, all about remakes and reboots! January’s film is House of Wax, and if you want to see how Tourist Trap figures into it, well head over to patreon.com/thepenskyfile and join the fun!Now, I gotta tell ya, watching this movie hit a little close to home for me. See, I run a roadside attraction myself, and I just don’t get why people don’t stop here! I mean, I’ve got a *pristine* collection of old shoes with mismatched shoelaces. Every pair’s unique, every lace tells a story—what more could anyone want? But no, people zoom right by me for some fancy giant frying pan or, I don’t know, the world’s biggest paperclip. It’s enough to make a guy feel like a mannequin himself—just frozen, watching the world pass him by. So, tune in to hear Clay and Amanda break down *Tourist Trap* and its peculiar charms. And hey, next time you’re out on the road, maybe take a little detour to see my shoe collection. Sure, it’s no psychic mannequin nightmare, but it’s got heart! And laces! So many laces! Anyone? Please?