Episode 18: The Cabin in the Woods (2012)

Horror films have always tested friendships and this personal favorite of Morgan’s certainly puts one into question. Her and Erik further break down the various genre tropes and archetypes, wondering how much more could have been explored if it had been franchised instead of messed with and delayed. Learn Morgan’s secret to watching horror while they wonder about the process in choosing the story’s victims. How does their pre-determined labeling mesh against everyday stereotypes of identity? Does the film’s approach towards sex fly in the face of a new generation’s attitude towards cinematic voyeurism? What conclusions do Morgan and Erik draw about the film’s climactic confrontation that questions just how great the film’s central friendship was to begin with. All these answers and more are put to the test by the two friends themselves. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erikthemovieman.substack.com