Rye Smile Films

We wrap up October and the Slasher Eights by going to Haddonfield for a look at Halloween: Resurrection. Journey with us as we discuss how they conclude the Laurie Strode arc for this specific timeline and how found footage and reality TV play a big part in the second half of the movie. Is this a unique entry for the franchise that takes some bold swings or has the Halloween series ventured into camp territory? So pour some rye, get a subscription to DangerTainment and get ready as evil returns home. Cheers!

This week we return to the world of Camp Crystal Lake as we board a boat with Jason Voorhees with a look at Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan. Journey with us as we discuss how that title might be misleading as we follow a group of seniors with the coolest graduation trip ever. What's with all the toxic waste in NYC and how does Kane Hodder fair this time out? Is this a sneaky good sequel or has the franchise really run out of gas at this point? So pour some rye, grab your Statue of Liberty necklace, and get ready to take Manhattan. Cheers!

This week we dive into our final "Bowl of Horror" entry with one of the strangest films we've ever covered with 1979's Phantasm. Journey with us as we break down the nefarious Tall Man and his strange operations out of Morningside Mortuary. We discuss the grassroots origins of this film's production along with that incredible synth score. Is this an undervalued cult classic or is it just too weird for its own good? So pour some rye, hitch a ride on a flying silver ball, and get ready for the strange journey into Phantasm. Cheers!

Week number four of the "Bowl of Horror" brings us into the world of found footage as we discuss the infamous, Paranormal Activity 3. Journey with us as we breakdown this third entry and discuss the trailer that practically features an entirely different movie. But is there still something here that makes this a worthwhile venture or are we stuck wishing for a movie that we will never see? So pour some rye, grab your camcorder and VCR, and get ready to be avoid Tobi, the cause of all the activity. Cheers!

This week we dive back into the "Bowl of Horror" for a remake of a classic 1950s B-Movie with Chuck Russell's The Blob. Journey with us as we discuss how this remake stands on its own thanks to some jaw dropping special effects and a solid screenplay, coming from Stephen King favorite, Frank Darabont. Is this an underrated gem from the 1980s that deserves more appreciation? So pour some rye, grab your motorcycle and fire extinguisher, and be sure to avoid The Blob. Cheers!

Week two of the "Bowl of Horror" takes us into the 1600s as we try to avoid the woods lest we encounter Robert Eggers' The Witch. Journey with us as we discuss this wild directorial debut that relies on candle light and creepy farm animals as a family tries it's best to keep things together amongst sinister happenings. Does this slow burn horror film deserve the praise or is it vastly overrated? So pour some rye, grab your silver cup, and get ready to encounter Black Phillip. Cheers!

This week we pick from the "Bowl of Horror" and head to the 1950s for our episode on the original House on Haunted Hill. Journey with us as we discuss this classic B-movie courtesy of William Castle that offers our first chance to talk about acting legend Vincent Price. We also discuss how gimmicks were used for this short 74 minute film. Does this deserve to be discussed amongst the best haunted house films or is it hampered by its low budget? So pour some rye, get your ghost on a skateboard, and avoid skeletons flying on wires. Cheers!

This week we put a lid on the "Summer Sunburn" cask as we head to a galaxy far, far away with our episode on The Mandalorian and Grogu. Journey with us as we discuss this attempt to take this TV show to the big screen along with a breakdown on the current state of Star Wars. Is this a valiant attempt and worthy adventure for the Mandalorian and Grogu or should they stick to the small screen? So pour some rye, grab your Beskar armor, and get ready because 'this is the way.' Cheers!

The "Sunburn Cask" continues this week as we head into the past, the 1200s to be exact, and review a wild take on a classic character with The Death of Robin Hood. Journey with us as we discuss this interpretation on the character and his ultimate demise and wonder if this was the right choice to release during the summer time. Does this film do Robin Hood justice or are we wishing for an alternative version of his swan song? So pour some rye, grab your bow and arrow, and get ready to head to a very different version of Sherwood Forest. Cheers!

This week we start a new cask around some "Summer Movie Sunburn" and up first we try to decipher the latest from director Steven Spielberg with Disclosure Day. Journey with us as we discuss this legendary director's latest film involving aliens, and the race to let the public know the truth of their existence. But is this a half baked idea that was better suited for the fall instead of the summer? Has Spielberg ran out of juice or is he still able to captivate audiences? So pour some rye, grab your alien language dictionary, and get ready to "listen." Cheers!