**Trigger Warning**

In this episode we discuss true crimes related to missing persons, crimes, murders, etc.

TRUE CRIME LOVERS! In this episode we discuss the exciting new installment of Unsolved Mysteries on Netflix. The series is being "refreshed" by Stranger Things executive producer Shawn Levy and his company 21 Laps Entertainment along with original producers Cosgrove-Meurer Productions and Netflix. We discuss 5 of the 6 new episodes from Volume 1 now streaming on Netflix. We rank our favorites as well as our verdict of the new season as a whole. We also delve into some of the creepiest cases from the classic series.

Some links below to the lists Doug found about classic cases as well as links to 2 of Danny's favorite unsolved cases discussed in the episode:

Refinery 29:
https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2020/07/9887074/original-unsolved-mysteries-episodes-streaming

Decider:
https://decider.com/2018/10/19/5-unsolved-mysteries-cases-more-terrifying-than-any-scary-movie/

The Abduction of Angela Hammond:
https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Angela_Hammond

The Blind River Rest Stop Killer:
https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Blind_River_Killer

Part 1 of a 2 part series where we discuss the world of Thomas Harris' novels that have been adapted for both film and TV. In this episode we discuss one of our all time favorite movies, The Silence of the Lambs starring Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins and Ted Levine.

(Trigger warning: this film is about serial killers and murders, we do get into details!)

Brief Synopsis: 

In the film, Clarice Starling (Foster), a young FBI trainee, seeks the advice of the imprisoned Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a brilliant psychiatrist and cannibalistic serial killer to apprehend another serial killer, known only as "Buffalo Bill." Regularly cited by critics, film directors and audiences alike as one of the greatest and most influential films of all time.

Part 1 of a 2 part series where we discuss the world of Thomas Harris' novels that have been adapted for both film and TV. In this episode we discuss one of our all time favorite movies, The Silence of the Lambs starring Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins and Ted Levine.

(Trigger warning: this film is about serial killers and murders, we do get into details!)

Brief Synopsis: 

In the film, Clarice Starling (Foster), a young FBI trainee, seeks the advice of the imprisoned Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a brilliant psychiatrist and cannibalistic serial killer to apprehend another serial killer, known only as "Buffalo Bill." Regularly cited by critics, film directors and audiences alike as one of the greatest and most influential films of all time.

In this episode we discuss "V" for Vendetta (NOT Mask of Zorro) and its cultural relevance to current events.

Brief Synopsis:

Set in an alternative future where a Nordic supremacist and neo-fascist totalitarian regime has subjugated the United Kingdom, the film centers on V (portrayed by Hugo Weaving), an anarchist and masked freedom fighter who attempts to ignite a revolution through elaborate terrorist acts, while Natalie Portman plays Evey, a young, working-class woman caught up in V's mission and Stephen Rea portrays a detective leading a desperate quest to stop V.

In this episode we discuss "V" for Vendetta (NOT Mask of Zorro) and its cultural relevance to current events.

Brief Synopsis:

Set in an alternative future where a Nordic supremacist and neo-fascist totalitarian regime has subjugated the United Kingdom, the film centers on V (portrayed by Hugo Weaving), an anarchist and masked freedom fighter who attempts to ignite a revolution through elaborate terrorist acts, while Natalie Portman plays Evey, a young, working-class woman caught up in V's mission and Stephen Rea portrays a detective leading a desperate quest to stop V.

In this episode we discuss our favorite genre of movies... HORROR. We take a look at two different but similar movies, The Exorcist and Session 9. Two equally compelling stories that fall on opposite ends of the film spectrum, one being a mass cultural sensation that has spurred multiple discussions and transcends generations and one lesser known, indie film with a cult following. Some topics covered include the paranormal, demonic possession, mental illness and a debate on how to pronounce HERETIC. Join us, if you dare! 

Movie plots:

The Exorcist:

One of the most profitable horror movies ever made, this tale of an exorcism is based loosely on actual events. When young Regan (Linda Blair) starts acting odd -- levitating, speaking in tongues -- her worried mother (Ellen Burstyn) seeks medical help, only to hit a dead end. A local priest (Jason Miller), however, thinks the girl may be seized by the devil. The priest makes a request to perform an exorcism, and the church sends in an expert (Max von Sydow) to help with the difficult job.

Session 9:

A tale of terror when a group of asbestos removal workers start work in an abandoned insane asylum. The complex of buildings looms up out of the woods like a dormant beast. Grand, imposing ... abandoned, deteriorating. The residents of Danvers, Massachusetts steer well clear of the place. But Danvers State Mental Hospital, closed down for 15 years, is about to receive five new visitors...

In this episode we discuss our favorite genre of movies... HORROR. We take a look at two different but similar movies, The Exorcist and Session 9. Two equally compelling stories that fall on opposite ends of the film spectrum, one being a mass cultural sensation that has spurred multiple discussions and transcends generations and one lesser known, indie film with a cult following. Some topics covered include the paranormal, demonic possession, mental illness and a debate on how to pronounce HERETIC. Join us, if you dare! 

Movie plots:

The Exorcist:

One of the most profitable horror movies ever made, this tale of an exorcism is based loosely on actual events. When young Regan (Linda Blair) starts acting odd -- levitating, speaking in tongues -- her worried mother (Ellen Burstyn) seeks medical help, only to hit a dead end. A local priest (Jason Miller), however, thinks the girl may be seized by the devil. The priest makes a request to perform an exorcism, and the church sends in an expert (Max von Sydow) to help with the difficult job.

Session 9:

A tale of terror when a group of asbestos removal workers start work in an abandoned insane asylum. The complex of buildings looms up out of the woods like a dormant beast. Grand, imposing ... abandoned, deteriorating. The residents of Danvers, Massachusetts steer well clear of the place. But Danvers State Mental Hospital, closed down for 15 years, is about to receive five new visitors...

*SPOILERS*

Oscar Flashback!

In this episode we discuss the 2016 Academy Award Nominated film ARRIVAL. Directed by Denis Villeneuve, starring Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker.

We also discuss our ACTUAL plans for the podcast over the coming weeks as theaters remain closed due to COVID-19. The evidence is here in case Doug tries to change his mind for the 100th time about our movie/show viewing plans! So, Put on your foil hats and let's talk about aliens!

Brief Synopsis: Linguistics professor Louise Banks (Amy Adams) leads an elite team of investigators when gigantic spaceships touch down in 12 locations around the world. As nations teeter on the verge of global war, Banks and her crew must race against time to find a way to communicate with the extraterrestrial visitors. Hoping to unravel the mystery, she takes a chance that could threaten her life and quite possibly all of mankind.

*SPOILERS*

Oscar Flashback!

In this episode we discuss the 2016 Academy Award Nominated film ARRIVAL. Directed by Denis Villeneuve, starring Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker.

We also discuss our ACTUAL plans for the podcast over the coming weeks as theaters remain closed due to COVID-19. The evidence is here in case Doug tries to change his mind for the 100th time about our movie/show viewing plans! So, Put on your foil hats and let's talk about aliens!

Brief Synopsis: Linguistics professor Louise Banks (Amy Adams) leads an elite team of investigators when gigantic spaceships touch down in 12 locations around the world. As nations teeter on the verge of global war, Banks and her crew must race against time to find a way to communicate with the extraterrestrial visitors. Hoping to unravel the mystery, she takes a chance that could threaten her life and quite possibly all of mankind.

**SPOILERS**

In this episode we break down a Sci-Fi classic, Minority Report. Since going to the movies isn't possible right now, we figured breaking down and reviewing one of Doug's favorites is the next best thing. Also contains a bit of info about the new FX on Hulu show, Mrs. America toward the end. STAY HOME. SAVE LIVES.