Compelled by Schlock

Darby and Chris continue their Friday the 13th marathon with The Final Chapter! In this Friday the 13th Part 4 review we discuss the rise of Jason Voorhees, Corey Feldman as Tommy Jarvis, Crispin Glover’s iconic dance, and Tom Savini’s epic effects. Don’t miss our breakdown of the scariest kills, the infamous corkscrew scene, and why this film defines the slasher genre. Perfect for fans of horror classics like Nightmare on Elm Street and Chucky!

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Darby and Chris interview the director of Our Church Thinks We're Dating, Tim Nolte! Discover how this indie Christian romcom went from concept to screen, tackling questions about writing a great romcom story, finding financing, attaching actors, and navigating indie film marketing, distribution, and revenue. This is a must-listen for independent filmmakers looking for tips to promote, film, and sell their own movies!

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In this Halloween special of the Compelled by Schlock Podcast, Darby and Chris take a nostalgic dive into Fred Dekker's 1987 cult classic, The Monster Squad. Celebrating iconic characters like Count Dracula, the Wolfman, and Frankenstein, the duo reflects on the film's mix of childhood adventure and horror-comedy. Expect a retrospective on fan-favorite lines like “Wolfman’s got nards” and a nod to the unforgettable soundtrack featuring Michael Sembello’s Rock Until You Drop. This episode is perfect for fans of 80s scary movies, monster nostalgia, and Halloween fun!

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Darby and Chris A. continue their tradition of watching the Friday the 13th movies in order with their review of Friday the 13th: Part 3 in 3D, the movie where Jason Voorhees gets his iconic hockey mask for the first time! They discuss the 80's 3D gimmick, explore the movie's filming locations and Higgins Haven, and share their reaction to Dana Kimmell's performance as Chris Higgins. Directed by Steve Miner and written by Carol Watson, this installment in the Friday the 13th series brings unique entertainment to slasher fans. Whether you're watching for the first time or revisiting, this movie review offers insights into the film’s key moments, including the showdown between Chris and Jason, her ultimate fate, and alternate endings.

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Join Darby, Chris, and Lance OMG in this special Shark Month 2024 episode of the Compelled by Schlock Podcast as they dive into the thrilling waters of "Under Paris," Netflix's latest French shark movie. Directed by Xavier Gens and starring Bérénice Bejo, "Under Paris" takes you on a horrifying journey beneath the Seine River. Tune in for our in-depth review, recap, and reactions as we explore this gripping creature feature and discuss its mysterious and terrifying elements. Don't miss out on our take on the most talked-about shark movies of the year!

We give our SPOILER FILLED review and film theories about the 1987 Brit flick, Bloody New Year. This ain't a Time Warp!

Battlefield Earth: A sci-fi epic so bad, it's good! Join us as we dive into this cheesy classic and discover why it's a must-watch for any schlock lover. Spoiler alert: it's a trainwreck, but it's a fun one.

Who dun it? We had a great weekend playing murder mystery games, so we decided to talk about the first board game movie ever made, CLUE!

With special guest Michael Schluter! 

We review all of the campy, low-budget, hokey goodness collected in the streaming archives!

Sir Christopher Lee once again dons a cape and fangs (and a mustache!) to take a crack at the original Dracula story!

We review all of the campy, low-budget, hokey, goodness collected in the streaming archives!

Parents" takes a bite out of the nuclear family in this dark comedy. Watch as we sink our teeth into this gruesome tale of suburban horror, where the dinner table conversation is killer. Remember to check out our review of "Parents" and all of our other schlocky favorites on our channel!