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The Ring vs. Ringu - "7 Days"Double, double, toil and trouble we are tackling a double feature for you this week -  a face off between the J-Horror classic and the American remake!!! Join us as we compare and contrast THE RING (2002) vs.  RINGU (1998)! The ultimate word of mouth death experience...films about the lengths people will go for the sake of family. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

The Witch - "I Will Guide Thy Hand" This week we head into the woods with THE WITCH (2015)! A chilling  account of a family of outcasts attempting to survive outside of the walls of their New England settlement was brilliantly written and directed by Robert Eggers. The film has a stellar cast lead by Ralph Ineson & Kate Dickie as Puritanical zealot parents  features Anya Taylor-Joy in her breakout performance. Inspired by historical records from the era this family must endure a crucible of terrors.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

Saw - "Perverted Little Psychopath" We are tackling some "horror blockbusters" for you this month as we countdown to Halloween! We are kicking off this round with James Wan's jigsaw juggernaut... SAW (2004). A killer obsessed with puzzles and on a mission to make people truly appreciate being alive...by making them make the most torturous choices. Starring Cary Elwes, as we wish, Danny Glover and the co-writer Leigh Whannell in the ultimate escape room movie! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

One Cut of the Dead - "This is true filmmaking." If you have seen this film already read on....if you have not. Stop. .GO WATCH IT...Ok...did you watch it. .For real...? We'll wait. ..Ok so this week we watched the delightful ONE CUT OF THE DEAD (2017) from Japan! This film is written and directed by  Shin'ichirô Ueda. This love letter to "true filmmaking" and family was so fun to watch from beginning to end. We know we are an all spoilers all the time show, but we wanted to make sure that you got a chance to enjoy this one without us giving away the fun surprises this film has in store for you. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

So excited to watch one of Julia's favorite films - set in one of Teri's favorite places -Moscow, Russia! This week's film is NIGHT WATCH (Ночной Дозор) (2004) is a fantasy-thriller written and directed by Timur Bekmambetov about an ultimate battle between the light and dark based on a novel by Sergey Lukyanenko. Stellar performances across the board by this cast lead by Konstantin Khabenkiy as your new favorite unlikely anti-hero who gets caught smack dab in the middle of the battle. Do yourself a favor and watch this film first - then dig into the episode!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

HMSG Interview Tananarive Due!We here at HMSG are so lucky and honored to interview Writer, Educator, and Producer TANANARIVE DUE! Due is an award-winning author who teaches Black Horror and Afrofuturism at UCLA. She was one of the executive producers for one of our favorite documentaries HORROR NOIRE: A history of Black Horror for Shudder.  If you haven't watch Horror Noire yet - please do! And if you have and are ready to learn more about the History of Black Horror be sure to check out Due's class that she and her husband & collaborator Steven Barns have made available online at SunkenPlaceClass.com. Wonderful guests like Jordan Peele pop in to share their insights on the genre. It was a delight to hear her insights on horror and it's social impact as we took a deep dive discussion into the new CANDYMAN (2021), directed by Nia DiCosta. We discuss the relevance of the work and how we can interact with the original with a new framework and context. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

Bite Marks - "Everything Looks Better in a Speedo" Inspired by our round of Lesbian Vampire movies we are exploring some Gay Vampire cinema with BITE MARKS (2011)! Written and Directed by Mark Bessenger this film is working hard to bring you some horror comedy with lots of one-liners and references to some of our favorite vampire movies like the iconic Fright Night. Groans and moans await you...you may be too cool for this one, Brewster!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

Sinister - "I'll make you famous again." Special request from one of our dear friends Becky D' Anna! We couldn't believe that Julia & Teri had both not seen this one since it stars one of their favorite actors! ETHAN HAWKE!A writer on a mission to become famous beyond his past successes enters into a world that he is not ready to believe. A SINISTER world indeed - of murders, curses and denial...Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

Stage Fright - "Don't Panic, Stick Together" Our final ARROW film is 1987's STAGE FRIGHT (Deliria)! Rehearsal turns deadly for a troupe of actors as the lines blur between reality and the fiction! We love a film that takes us behind the scenes of the creative process and this one does not disappoint! A dancing owl, a saxophone playing Marilyn Monroe, and some of the most creative kills  we've seen recently! We hope you take advantage of ARROW's offer to watch these films on their streaming service this month!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

Blind Beast - "Tactile Satisfaction" The ARROW party continues with some 1960's J-Horror BLIND BEAST (1969) - this one left our jaws on the floor. Who knew a story of a blind sculptor and his muse would turn into a  titillating tale that ultimately descends into the world of BDSM. We hope you take advantage of ARROW's offer to watch these films on their streaming service this month!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

Death Line (Raw Meat) - "Mind the Doors" Our round of ARROW films continues across the pond to where your intrepid co-hosts met in London for DEATH LINE (RAW MEAT) 1972! This film co-written and directed by Gary Sherman is is a doozy that looks at class, the caste system and the plight of forgotten man in a whole new light. When a young couple discover a high ranking man in distress who vanishes in the tunnels of London they are in for a real ride when Donald Pleasence as the representative from Scotland Yard gets involved. There is more than meets the eye...and raw meat ahead....We  hope you take advantage of ARROW's offer to watch these films on their streaming service this month! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

Toolbox Murders - "It's an ugly world."We are so excited to dive into cult classics available on the ARROW  streaming site. They have generously offered our fans trial memberships with our code. Listen for it at the beginning of each episode - so you can enjoy the films this month!Our first ARROW film is THE TOOLBOX MURDERS (1978) directed by Dennis Donnelly.  A killer is on the loose in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles...equipped with a toolbox. Basic tools become the most heinous of murder weapons in this "based on true events" slasher! Starring Pamelyn Ferdin, as the goodest good girl, Cameron Mitchell, as a the landlord you don't want to cross and Wesley Eure, as the boy next door... Not for the faint of heart! The kills are fast and furious in this one!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

The Hunger - "Forever & ever." Catherine Deneuve, David Bowie, Susan Sarandon...THE HUNGER (1983) - this star-studded final installment in our round of Lesbian Vampire faire is top notch. This movie has style & grace directed by the late, great Tony Scott.When time is running out for Miriam's (Deneuve) partner, John (Bowie) they enlists the help of Dr. Sarah Roberts (Sarandon) to try to stop the aging process - so they can go on forever...a bizarre love triangle ensues and promises are made...and broken. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

Blood & Roses - "I need nourishment." We continue our round of Vampire Lesbian goodness with the classic BLOOD & ROSES (1960) directed by Roger Vadim. This is a tale of love, lust and jealousy through the ages. Carmilla,  the doppelgänger of an ancient vampire takes on more then just the looks of her ancestor, but takes on her role...blood will be spilled and roses will wilt in her presence! Annette Stroyberg as Carmilla levels us all - beautiful imagery and a fantastic ride between the past and some space age Barbarella-style dream sequences make this a HMSG favorite! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

Vampyros Lesbos - "I'm Under Her Spell" Turns out that 1971 was a good year for Vampire Lesbian flicks - last week with Daughters of Darkness & this week we cover the quintessential Lesbian Vampire movie - VAMPYROS LESBOS (1971) directed by Jesus Franco. This one stars the gorgeous Soledad Miranda as the Countess Nadine Carody, the luminous progeny of a legendary vampire who lures in the stunning Linda Westinghouse played by Ewa Stromberg. This beautifully shot, fun & sexy take on the Dracula legend takes a deliciously arthouse approach and spins the legend on his head adding some new "vamp rules." Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

Daughters of Darkness - "Mother Sends Regards."This  week we start our round of one of our favorite sub-genres, of a sub-genre - Lesbian Vampire movies with 1971's  DAUGHTERS OF DARKNESS - directed by Harry Kumel. Never have we wanted to be Renfields more than to the luminous Delphine Seyrig, the Countess Elizabeth Bathory herself! A stunning, atmospheric, lonesome vampire flick set in the winter on the Belgian seaside, this film is incredibly unique, and a feast for all senses! Beautiful, 70's lesbian vampires ahoy! Love this one!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

CLARKE WOLFE This week we chat with the one of the coolest and smartest women we know in horror, CLARKE WOLFE! A self proclaimed nerd and horror aficionado - Clarke  is also an actress, an entertainment host, writer and a producer! She can be seen weekly hosting shows on The Walking Dead Universe Twitch channel and has appeared onscreen with some of our favorite legends of horror, like Barbara Crampton! We talk about Clarke's love of horror and take a deep dive look at THE CONJURING (2013)! We discuss the brilliance of director James Wan & the stellar performances from a stacked cast featuring Lily Taylor, Vera Farmiga & Patrick Wilson. And we are left with more questions than answers about real Angels & Demons!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

Bruiser - "Sex-ess"Always the completists - we have now covered every Romero horror film! We end our Romero horror cycle with BRUISER (2000) & what a wild way to end -with a soundtrack from the Misfits and scenery chewing performances from  Jason Flemyng, Peter Stormare & Leslie Hope! BRUISER, like all Romero films, explores the human condition. When a forgotten man is done just being another face in the crowd and exacts revenge on those who have tried to relegate him to sidelines. Be sure to follow the George A. Romero Foundation they are doing great work keeping the Maestro's legacy alive!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

HMSG Interview with Michael Doherty! Michael Doherty worked closely with George A. Romero's as one of his most trusted collaborators and editor on his final films. We discuss Doherty's own cinephile film journey and find out what it was like to work and travel with the Maestro - some truly wonderful gems! It is always a pleasure to meet & chat a fellow cinephile and Michael Doherty  did not disappoint! We hope you enjoy this bonus episode conversation! Be sure to follow the George A. Romero Foundation they are doing great work keeping the Maestro's legacy alive!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)

Survival of the Dead - "She's beautiful, she's dead." SURVIVAL OF THE DEAD (2009)  - The spaghetti western installment from Romero's Dead franchise! We witness a major breakthrough for the emerging zombie population through the lens of an old family feud reminiscent of the Hatfields and McCoys...as they duel through the death!Be sure to follow the George A. Romero Foundation they are doing great work keeping the Maestro's legacy alive! Look out for more interviews from friends of the foundation on our show!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/HorrorMovieSurvivalGuide)