#297 - The Frighteners: Director's Cut (1996)

Subject: The Frighteners (1996) Observers: John Pavlich, Witney Seibold Record Date: October 28, 2013, 01:00 PM Plot Summary: A con man uses his abilities to communicate with ghosts as a way of making money, until an evil spirit starts killing past and potential clients. Note: Continuing the podcast's annual, month-long tribute to Horror films and the Halloween Holiday, Witney (co-host of The B-Movies Podcast) returns to provide a reassuring hug for Peter Jackson's odd, but endearing Hollywood debut. We talk about the Summer movie landscape of 1996, CGI and the importance of balancing tone. Remember to listen for the preemptive countdown before starting the film on your DVD, and please support the podcast by clicking on the "Donate" button at the top of the homepage. Buy: The Frighteners on Blu-ray at Amazon.com!