In the episode, we are dropped into 1990s Yugoslavia with The Seasoning House (2012). The Bosnian conflict was the most violent and brutal war Europe had seen since WWII, with genocide, full scale massacres, and the creation of ethnic cleansing through r*pe camps. This is one of those camps…..

My guest for this episode is back for more, Kelly McNeely! 

Kells is a co-host and enthusiastic mixologist for Black Fawn Distro’s YouTube channel, which also houses her “Streams & Screams” review series. She can be heard as a co-host on the Murmurs From the Morgue Podcast and has appeared as a guest on many others, including A Year in Horror, Our Bloody Obsession, Eye on Horror, The Rockman Power Hour, I Spit on Your Podcast, and Void Video.

 Kelly has written extensively for iHorror.com — she also represented the site as an entertainment correspondent for The List TV — and has published articles for Modern Horrors, 1428 Elm, Salem Horror Fest, CGMagazine, and Grim Magazine. For creepy crafts and cocktails (and lots of dog pics), you can track her down on Instagram @kellsmcnells. She talks fast and drinks often, but is mostly harmless. Mostly. 

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Next month, we head to a place rife with political turmoil, the USA, with the film SOFT & QUIET (2022). Rot in Pieces, Morgue Rats! 

In the episode, we head to Chile with the unforgettable film by Lucio Rojas, Trauma (2017). A film inspired by the true events of the 17 year dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet, its' brutal realism gives us an unflinching glimpse into the world of his regime and the intergenerational trauma that follows. Trauma keeps to its word - you will never be the same once witnessing it for the first time.  

My guest for this episode is Jerry J. Sampson! Jerry is an award-winning screenwriter and fiction author known for her work in horror and thriller genres. She is currently developing a true crime feature film with a well-known producer and her short film The Safety Games, directed by Jeremiah Kipp, is debuting at DC Shorts International Film Festival.

Her screenplay Problematic won Best Feature Screenplay at the Renegade Film Festival and has been recognized by FilmQuest, Screamfest, and HorrOrigins. She is a member of the Horror Writers Association and the author of The Scream & Other Dark Stories.

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In this episode, we head to Mexico with “Mexico’s most violent film”, Atroz (2018) by Lex Ortega.  Taking social and political commentary to dark and shocking places, Atroz doesn’t pull any punches - it’s provocative and memorable. It challenges everything you thought you knew and more. Taking inspiration from Ruggero Deodato, renowned filmmaker behind Cannibal Holocaust (and is an associate producer), Ortega’s first feature is an endurance test worth taking.

My guest for this episode is Mikey Peralta Jr! Mikey is a Mexican-American creator who focuses on Latin American cinema with a social justice lens. He has a monthly column with Dread Central called Horror en Español. He also releases daily content on Tik Tok and Instagram about the horror genre and Latin culture.

He also wrote a fantastic article on Atroz in 2022 entitled: How Machismo Breeds Monstrosity in Mexico’s Most Violent Film: https://www.dreadcentral.com/editorials/427615/atroz-how-machismo-breeds-monstrosity-in-mexicos-most-violent-film-horror-en-espanol/ 

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Medical Notes:

1. Interview with Lex Ortega

2. Narco-Culture as a distortion of gender stereotypes: An aggravating factor in the situation of violence and conflict in society by Massiel Miranda Yanes and Shanny Valdes Salas 2019

3. LGTBT Rights in Mexico 

4. Mexican Men Confront Machismo 

5. How Machismo Breeds Monstrosity in Mexico’s Most Violent Film

6. Cultural Extremism: A New Subgenre 

7. Paramilitary

Welcome to season two, Morgue Rats!  In this episode, I introduce to you the films, themes, and ideas surrounding what I call Cultural Extremism, along with finally defining what this damn title means. It will be a season of uncomfortable truths and disturbing films; films that shatter your soul and throw you deep into an existential crisis. Trust me, make sure you have your palette cleansers already lined up! You’ll need them. 

Grab my hand and let’s take this messed up journey together…

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Medical Notes:

1) Cambridge Dictionary

2) A Serbian Film is a temper tantrum posing as cultural critique

3) Understanding A Serbian Film: The Effects of Censorship and File-sharing on Critical Reception and Perceptions of Serbian National Identity in the UK

4)11 Pros and Cons of Censorship

5) Do All Films Glorify War?

6) The Cultural Impact of Film

7) APA Dictionary - Culture

8) Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition

9) Merriam-Webster Dictionary

10) The Feminist Response to War

11) Femininities and Masculinities: Analyzing Militarism through the lens of Patriarchy

12) The Psychology of War Helps to Understand Atrocities

13) Defining the Four Mass Atrocity Crimes

In this episode of SPINSTERS CHOICE, one of us selects a movie we're passionate about. This time, it's Jessica's turn, and naturally, she is taking us back to Japan. Japanese horror, especially J-Horror, is captivating, and combine it with found footage, and you have a Koji Shiraishi film—the director we have decided to spotlight for this Spinster’s Choice. We'll be focusing on two lesser-known films, Occult (2009) and A Record of Sweet Murder (2014). We'll revisit the essence of Japanese horror and the J-horror movement, discuss Koji Shiraishi’s influence and impact on the genre, and explore why Japan has so many cults. 

Enjoy and welcome to our dark side…

Intro/Outro Music: Kiss of the Creature by Dance with the Dead

Artwork by: Jess Hrycyk

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It’s time for season one to die. Necrophilia is dead, buried, and no one has been left wanting. From the concept of the taboo, to reflections of the season past, this episode should satisfy your lust for the macabre. Remember, everyone benefits from rational educational exposure to taboo topics, and corpse fucking has been dissected to death. 

This is my Epitaph….

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In this episode, we are returning to our beloved Weird Girl to discuss the recently released whimsical necro rom-com LISA FRANKENSTEIN from 2024. We will revisit who the Weird Girl is, discuss the morbidity of young girls (and ourselves), and come to a topic that we find ourselves never escaping… NECROPHILIA.

Enjoy and welcome to our dark side…

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This month is the season finale! And I have chosen the perfect film and guest to end on. I will be dissecting THE YEARNING OF MARIA D (2018) from the elusive underground filmmaker Marian Dora. The final movie on necrophilia is a powerhouse of the extreme, and I can’t wait to share it with you. We will be tackling animal death on screen, arthouse extreme, and of course, the necrophilia of it all. 

My guest for this episode is the co-host of my other show, I SPIT ON YOUR PODCAST, and a long-time friend, Jessica!  Jess is a Doom Metal Witch who enjoys subversive cinema, exploring her chaotic taste in music, and being the goth Weird Girl. She has written for various horror outlets such as Grim Magazine, Horror Homeroom, and Last Girls Club. And when she is not watching Japanese horror movies, she is watching anime, playing video games, and hanging out with her cats. 

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In this episode, we conclude our in-depth exploration of Ti West’s slasher trilogy with the 2024 film MaXXXine. We continue from our discussions on X and Pearl, concentrating on the connection between the porn industry and the horror genre. This installment takes us into the 80s atmosphere as we follow our protagonist, Maxine Minx, on her path to becoming Hollywood's next major horror icon. Meanwhile, she confronts her past involving a serial killer and an Evangelical Father. 

Enjoy and welcome to our dark side…

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This month, I'm traversing the world of Italian horror cinema with Lamberto Bava’s MACABRE! Known for releasing some controversial films like Cannibal Holocaust, Cannibal Ferox, and The New York Ripper, the Italian horror market is no stranger to transgressive themes. Though this is a more subtle take on necrophilia than other films covered, it is weird, romantic, and interesting! An underseen gem, Macabre stays true to its name. 

My guest for this episode is Donna Tha Dead! Donna is a passionate horror podcaster who dives deep into the eerie, unsettling, and mysterious. As a woman of color in the horror community, she brings fresh perspectives to the genre, exploring everything from horror and cult classics to series with horror undertones. With a love for storytelling and a knack for uncovering the terrifying tales that lurk in the shadows, she creates chilling content that keeps listeners on the edge of their seats. Whether dissecting cultural influences in horror or speaking with fellow enthusiasts, she’s dedicated to amplifying diverse voices in the world of the macabre.

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Medical Notes:

My brain