SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers

"Scream" (2022) and "The Batman" (2022) each relaunched long-running series by new writers and directors. In addition to a common obsession of "Scream," Ryan and podcast contributor Amar Karim also share a bedrock of love for the Batman films. Ryan and Amar evaluate each era of the Batman films: Burton, Schumacher, Nolan, Snyder, and Reeves. Then, they conclude the conversation by comparing the franchises: Scream v. Batman. They find many similarities in narrative and story arcs, and specifically draw analogy between Sidney Prescott and Bruce Wayne as characters and the emotional journeys they endure.

Introduction

• Scream and Batman Overlap
• The Burton Era
• The Schumacher Era
• The Nolan Era
• The Snyder Era
• "The Batman" (2022)
• Parallels between Scream and Batman
• Sidney Prescott and Bruce Wayne

Conclusion

Links for Social Media

• Patreon: @ScreamWithRCS
• Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS
• Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS
• Ryan Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Guest Twitter: @AmarKarim

Zack Cherry returns to SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers and joins Ryan for a broad discussion of many topics. They briefly review the well-received new horror film "X," starring Jenna Ortega, and discuss Sarah Michelle Gellar and the idea of a "Buffy" reboot. The central topic of this episode was inspired by "Scream: All Iconic Slashers Ranked from Least to Most Camp" by Conor Clark. Zack and Ryan, both fans of camp in the horror genre, analyze the Scream series through a lens of camp.

Introduction

• The Cherry Picker
• Quick Thoughts on "X" and "Shining Vale"
• Camp in Horror and "Scream"
• Scream Camp Rankings
• Sarah Michelle Gellar

Conclusion

Links for Social Media

• Patreon: @ScreamWithRCS
• Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS
• Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS
• Ryan Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Guest Twitter: @ZackCherry8

In the premiere episode of the "SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers" Patreon, Ryan reads aloud a fan-written opening of "Screams" by NYU writing professor, Joe Vallese. This fan fiction features an opening scene featuring Sidney Prescott and Gale Weathers being stalked by new Ghostface killers. After the reading, Ryan is joined by Joe and Amar Karim to discuss the structure of the opening scene and character/plot development. From there, the crew discusses how this is an example of how our Scream Queens could be put to good use in future films and be integrated into the storyline of the Carpenter sisters.

Introduction

• Reading of "Screams" Opening
• Panel Discussion About the Opening
• How Sidney and Gale Could Feature in Sixth Film

Conclusion

Links for Social Media

• Patreon: @ScreamWithRCS
• Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS
• Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS
• Ryan Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Guest Twitter: @HomoHorror
• Guest Twitter: @JoeVallese
• Guest Twitter: @AmarKarim

The writers of the fifth "Scream" film join Ryan for an exclusive interview. James Vanderbilt and Guy Busick teamed up to create a new story in "Scream" (2022). Ryan askes James and Guy about their "Scream" stories and goes through the speed round with them. In addition, Ryan asks in-depth questions about the writing process of "Scream" (2022) and how they came to decisions about character, plot, and the Scream trio.

Introduction

• Scream Stories
• Team Work Writing Scream (2022)
• Scream 6
• Writing Scream (2022) Q&A
• Speed Round

Conclusion

Links for Social Media

• Patreon: @ScreamWithRCS
• Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS
• Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS
• Ryan Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Guest Twitter: @JamesTheVan
• Guest Twitter: @GuyBusick

Michael Schwartz returns to the show to discuss film criticism and how the "Scream" films fared against critics 'reviews at the time of release. Ryan and Michael reflect on a previous understanding of film criticism, and how the concept has transformed in the era of social media and Rotten Tomatoes. Who counts as a critic? How has the bar for film reviews changed in the last 20 years? How does ideology play into modern day film criticism? Ryan hopes to recontextualize the reviews of the "Scream" films for fans based on these questions and his perspective. In addition, Ryan and Michael conclude the episode with their predictions and preferences for the 94th Academy Awards.

Introduction

• Scream 6 Talk
• Problems with Modern-Day Film Criticism
• Metacritic v. Rotten Tomatoes In General
• How Each Scream Was Received
• Oscar Predictions and Preferences

Conclusion

Links for Social Media

• Patreon: @ScreamWithRCS
• Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS
• Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS
• Ryan Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Guest Twitter: @mschwartz95

Ryan is joined by Michael, also known as @ScreamObsessed on Twitter. ScreamObsessed has one of the greatest followings of any Scream content creator on the Internet. Michael recounts his Scream Story, comments on each of the five films, and looks to the future. Ryan and Michael, additionally, take a moment to discuss the problematic discourse in the fandom regarding Melissa Barrera's performance as Sam and the idea of Stu Macher returning in the sixth film.

Introduction

• Scream Obsessed
• Scream Story and Ranking
• Honest Look at the Fandom
• Melissa Barrera
• Stu Macher
• Speed Round

Conclusion

Links for Social Media

• Patreon: @ScreamWithRCS
• Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS
• Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS
• Ryan Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Guest Twitter: @ScreamObsessed

New decade, new rules. A new movie, new cultural implications to review and analyze. Ryan is joined by Morgan Roberts and Chelsea Eichholz of the Untitled Cinema Gals podcast. Morgan and Chelsea recount their "Scream" Stories and partake in the podcast speed round. In addition, the main topic of this week's episode is a quick look at the feminism and queer themes and representation in "Scream" (2022). Specifically, Ryan muses with Chelsea and Morgan about nebulous and mysterious subtextual relationship between Amber and Tara.

Introduction

• Scream Stories
• Feminism and Girl Power in "Scream" (2022)
• Queer & LGBT Themes in "Scream" (2022)
• Speed Round

Conclusion

Links for Social Media

• Patreon: @ScreamWithRCS
• Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS
• Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS
• Ryan Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Guest Twitter: @msmlroberts
• Guest Twitter: @Chels725
• Guest Twitter @CinemaGals

Ryan is joined by Justin Esquivel and Brady Clovin of the Epic Film Guys Brain Stew podcast show. They are horror experts, super "Scream" fans, and recently hosted Ryan on their show for an episode about "Top 5 Scenes in the Scream Series." Ryan and the "Guys" go through their Scream Stories, the new film, and the iconic speed round. In addition, they each give a thumbs up or thumbs down to horror movies released in 2021.

Introduction

• Horror Genre Talk
• Scream Stories
• Guess the Ranking
• Thumbs Up or Down on 2021 Horror Films
• Speed Round

Conclusion

• Links for Social Media
• Patreon: @ScreamWithRCS
• Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS
• Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS
• Ryan Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Guest Twitter: @EpicFilmGuys
• Guest Twitter: @BradyClovin

If there is one thing "Scream" fans love to do on social media is to share their ranking of the films with each other. It's almost the way "Scream" fans identify themselves in the modern era. This week, Ryan and podcast contributors, Amar Karim and Joey Vallese, go beyond simply ranking the five movies from best to "least best." The team ranks the five films on every category imaginable: Best Sidney/Gale/Dewey Character Arc, Best Neve Campbell/CourteneyCox/David Arquette performances, Best Screenplay/Best Writing Overall, Best Technical Achievement, etc. Tune in for this epic evaluation of the franchise!

Introduction

• All the Rankings
• Films
• The Trio
• The Acts
• Writing
• Technicals

Conclusion

Links for Social Media

• Patreon: @ScreamwithRCS
• Tee Public: @ScreamwithRCS
• Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS
• Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS
• Ryan Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Guest Twitter: @AmarKarim
• Guest Twitter: @HomoHorror
• Guest Twitter: @joevallese

Recently, Paramount and Spyglass Entertainment have announced recently announced a sixth film in the "Scream" series to be going into production. Filming starts this summer. Joining Ryan to celebrate, report, and comment on the news is podcast contributors, Amar Karim and Joey Vallese. In addition, the first trailer for Scream Queen Courteney Cox's new horror-comedy show, "Shining Vale," was released. The team muses on the potential of the show and how that show could impact the future of "Scream." Ryan also announces the Patreon for this podcast show.

Introduction

• Patreon News
• "Scream 6" Announcement
• Courteney Cox and "Shining Vale" Trailer
• Joey Scream Story
• "Scream 6" Box Office Chatter
• Speed Round

Conclusion

Links for Social Media

• Patreon: @ScreamWithRCS
• Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Instagram: @ScreamWithRCS
• Facebook: @ScreamWithRCS
• Ryan Twitter: @ScreamWithRCS
• Guest Twitter: @AmarKarim
• Guest Twitter: @HomoHorror
• Guest Twitter: @joevallese