Episode 210: Spooky Stuff With The Kid

The hosts of "Drumming Up Conversation" discussed horror movies from each decade, sharing their favorite must-watch films. They explored various genres, including classic slasher films, psychological thrillers, and horror comedies. The conversation touched on iconic movies like "The Exorcist," "Poltergeist," and "American Psycho." The hosts also shared personal experiences with horror movies and discussed the impact of modern technology on the genre. Throughout the episode, they emphasized the importance of storytelling and creativity in horror films. The hosts concluded by discussing potential future projects, including a hypothetical horror-comedy film set in the American South.Find us @ https://linktr.ee/drummingupconversation?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=99124593-05a2-451b-8447-ffa655f4ce6cThis episode is sponsored by Naked Fig Soap visit the website @ https://www.nakedfigsoap.com and enter code DRUMMINGUP for 20% off at check out.&nbsp;Podcast Art by Paul Voorhees @ Voorhees Arts. Find him on Facebook at Facebook.com/Voorheesarts and on Instagram @ VoorheesartsShow email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Find them on Spotify @https://open.spotify.com/artist/4zFRZRTQZrWGQWsjI7ixHM?si=K4vuar_5QHmca1KE8rNVEQ or wherever you stream your music. Their new concept album The Spartacus War is out now!Store Hopping and Trading AdventuresThey talk about spending Saturday visiting various stores, including Bikini Beans, Terror Trader, Zia, Spookies, and Goosey's. They discussed their experiences at each location, including recording video at Spookies and finding unique items like Hulk Hogan beer and a Shane Falco jersey. Despite waiting for several hours at Zia to trade in items.Horror Movies Through the DecadesThe crew discussed horror movies from different decades, with everyone sharing their picks for each era. They agreed on several key films, including The Exorcist and Suspiria for the 1970s, Poltergeist for the 1980s, and The Original Scream for the 1990s. For the 2000s, they both highlighted The Strangers and Dexter as notable entries. They also discussed the decline of horror movies after the 1990s, attributing it to the rise of CGI and less creative storytelling.Decades of Horror MoviesThe group discussed horror movies from different decades, with particular focus on 80s classics like Gremlins, Amityville Horror, and The Shining. They also explored 90s films including The Devil's Advocate, Constantine, and Tremors, noting that a new Tremors series was in development. The discussion concluded with 2000s movies including American Psycho.Horror Movies and TV DiscussionThe group discussed various horror movies and TV series, including "Teeth," "Rubber," and "Chucky." They talked about the success of "Wednesday" and "School Spirits," noting that some shows require patience before becoming engaging. The conversation also touched on the historical accuracy of the series "Spartacus" and the real-life inspiration behind the movie "Texas Chainsaw Massacre." They briefly mentioned the Keddie cabin murders as a basis for the film "The Strangers."Horror Comedy Movie AnalysisThe group discussed horror comedies and specific movies, including "The Cabin in the Woods," "Little Miss Sunshine," and " Legend." They highlighted the performances and dynamics in these films, with Tim Curry's range and Mel Gibson and Joaquin Phoenix's chemistry in "Signs" being praised. They also touched on the "Twilight" series, noting its potential but criticizing its execution, particularly the actors' performances. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acas