Caffeine and Screams

No other specific era in a particular genre in cinema has carved out such a well-known and impactful niche that audiences look back on with such reverence. In this episode I talk about why 80's horror leaves such a popular legacy through discussion of the fantastic horror documentary series In Search of Darkness, the deepest of deep dives into the horror genre of the 1980s.

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With over 100 episodes and hundreds of horror movies watched, I like to hope I know a few things about the horror genre. So as a belated celebration of the podcast's milestone (of 100 episodes) I ask returning guest host, Kira, to put me through the ringer on my horror movie knowledge. 

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There's very few horror subgenres as poignant and "on the times" as tech-horror. A blend of the technologies that we have and hope to have and how it can all go wrong or be used for bad. Or sometimes, it just makes for a great catalyst for a spooky story. Either way, these films utilizing the real and imaginative to propel our fears to a staggering level of unease.

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It's the beginning of the year so it's appropriate to take a look ahead at the known projects in horror coming in 2023. 2022 was a great year for the genre but 2023 looks to top it in more ways than one. What are we excited for most over the next 12 months?

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2022 was an absolute epic year for horror all around. Multiple franchises returned in style. Originals across the board were fresh and terrifying. And there was so much much to enjoy no matter who you are. Let's look back on one of the better things of this past year, the horror genre.

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He's holly. He's jolly. And sometimes he's scary. These movies show off Santa Claus in some gory glory that would keep you running away from him at the mall as a kid. This is a list of some evil Santa horror films to throw in your stocking this season.

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I can't believe I'm getting to type this but this is the 100TH EPISODE OF CAFFEINE AND SCREAMS! So let's use it to celebrate the season with a dive into one of Horrors most bonkers and unhinged series.

Thank you so much for every single time you listen. I love that we are in the triple digits now. There will be a special celebration episode soon but for now, let's talk Silent Night, Deadly Night. 

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It's a few days after but it's better late than never to celebrate your birthday with a new list of birthday themed horror films. I love finding a random niche of themed horror and when I'm forced to find something I've never heard of it's always an interesting experience. So let's make like a slasher and cut some cake.

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Into the panels of some brand new horror comics for myself, from The Nice House on the Lake to Locke & Key to more Hill House Comics series. There were so many to indulge in, and many have now become regular series I hope to continue going forward.

Wonderful writers, artists, and their stories are showcased on this return to horror comic discussions.

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Happy Halloween my spooky listeners!!!! It is the day that feels like the epitome of horror and why not celebrate by watching a bunch of horror films I cannot finish because they are bad. Yep, I thought I had this episode set in stone with a list of Halloween related horror films but it turns out to be much more, or less, than I thought it would be.

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