Fan2Fan Podcast

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, we dive into Night Killer, a bizarre 1990 horror slasher horror. We briefly discuss the film's unhinged performances, unforgettable lines, and how it earned its cult status. We also cover director Claudio Fragasso (Troll 2) and how this was billed as Texas Chainsaw Massacre 3 in Italy!

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In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, we dive into Mr. Crocket (2024), a chilling throwback horror film set in 1990s. We discuss its twisted premise of a mysterious children's show host who "rescues" kids from struggling families. We review the unforgettable performance of Mr. Crocket himself, a mix of Pee-wee Herman's manic energy and Mr. Rogers' wholesome charm with a sinister edge. We also explore the movie's themes of parenting and media influence.

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In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, we dive into Frogman, a 2023 horror film that blends found-footage with a cryptid legend. We discuss the mysterious creature at the heart of the story, found footage filmmaking, creature features, and more.

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In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, we take a brief look at X-Ray (aka Hospital Massacre), a 1980s slasher packed with medical mayhem. We discuss some of the film's over-the-top kills and the creepy hospital setting. We also discuss the cast including star Barbi Benton, director Boaz Davidson, and distributor Cannon Films.

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In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, we dive into You Might Be the Killer, a self-aware slasher that flips horror tropes on their head. We break down the film's clever blend of comedy and gore, its nods to classic camp slashers, and how it delivers both laughs and scares while keeping you guessing who the real killer might be.

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In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, we dive into 2023's Totally Killer, a time-traveling slasher comedy that blends 80s nostalgia with modern scares. We discuss the film's clever mix of horror with humor and how it pays homage to classic slasher films while carving its own unique path.

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We're talking retro movie theater programming on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast!

Bernie and Pete continue their conversation with Jim Carl, Senior Director of Programming at the Carolina Theatre in Durham, NC. Jim shares his passion for movies and his work curating the theater's Retro Film Series.

We also discuss the upcoming SplatterFlix horror movie fest that includes John Carpenter's Apocalypse Trilogy and a performance by composer Alan Howarth (Halloween 3, Escape from New York).

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We're talking retro movie theater programming on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast!

Bernie and Pete chat with Jim Carl, Senior Director of Programming at the Carolina Theatre in Durham, NC. Jim shares his passion for movies and his work curating the theater's Retro Film Series, a beloved celebration of cult classics, blockbusters, and hidden gems.

From his early days collecting movie ads to his behind-the-scenes stories of bringing films back to the big screen, Jim gives a fascinating look at how nostalgia and film history come together in modern independent movie theater programming.

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We're exploring the dark world of video nasties on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast!

Bernie and Pete dig into the controversial era of banned and censored horror films that shocked audiences and outraged politicians in the UK during the 1980s. They review the 2010 documentary Video Nasties: Moral Panic, Censorship & Videotape that chronicles how films like Cannibal Holocaust, The Evil Dead, and Driller Killer sparked a cultural firestorm.

From censorship battles and sensational media coverage to the lasting legacy of these infamous movies, we break down why the video nasty phenomenon still fascinates horror fans today.

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We're diving deep into sharksploitation on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast!

Bernie and Pete discuss the fascinating world of killer shark movies and the lasting impact of Steven Spielberg's Jaws (1975). They review the 2023 documentary Sharksploitation that traces how Jaws sparked a tidal wave of aquatic terror on big and small screens.

From classics like Piranha and Orca to wild rip-offs like Cruel Jawsm and countless SYFY channel originals, we review how these films blend thrills, gore, and camp to cash in on the shark craze.

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