45. Halloween Special Dawn of The Dead, The Haunting, Exception: Dawn of the Dead

Spine-tingling chills and cinematic thrills await in this special Halloween episode of They Don't Make Them Like They Used To!. From the airwaves of Sunshine Radio at St. Mary’s Hospital on the Isle of Wight, host Tosin is joined by co-hosts Sean and Sharon (aka the "celluloid archaeologists") for a nostalgic trip through some of horror’s most iconic and overlooked masterpieces.The Bone-Fide Classic: A dive into George A. Romero's 1978 zombie landmark, Dawn of the Dead. The hosts explore its sharp social commentary on consumerism and how the mall setting became a haunting metaphor for modern life.The Hidden Gem: Tosin shares his personal childhood trauma of watching the visceral 1985 classic Re-Animator, famously featuring a reanimated head in a bag—an image that stays with you long after the credits roll.The Psychological Masterpiece: The team discusses Robert Wise's 1963 film The Haunting, based on the Shirley Jackson novel. The discussion highlights how the film masterfully crafts terror through sound and shadows rather than gore.The Modern Throwback: An analysis of the 2004 remake of Dawn of the Dead, directed by Zack Snyder with a script by James Gunn. The hosts discuss how this fast-paced update managed to stay true to the spirit of the original while redefining the genre for a new generation.⚠️ NOTE: Due to licensing restrictions, the music tracks featured in this broadcast—including Johnny Cash’s "The Man Comes Around"—have been edited out.Whether you're a hardcore horror fan or just in the mood for a spooky retrospective, join the team for an hour of wit, cinematic insight, and a few good screams. And remember—they don't make them like they used to!