Talk of the Haunted House: A Scary Movie Podcast

We booked an Air BNB and had no idea that in the basement there was a... Barbarian (2022)! 

Incest, murder, likable scumbags, Barbarian has it all! Strap in for one of the wildest rides you will ever be taken on in a horror movie! 

Ryan & Davis breakdown the History of Barbarian, along with the extremely unique plot and discuss why this messed up family has survived for so long in a mile-long tunnel under the house!

In addition, what are the scariest & funniest moments in the movie? Who do they think won (Air BNB vs. Tess) and lost (Andre vs. Air BNB) the movie? What spot does Barbarian nurture on the All-Time Scary Movie List? Could Barbarian happen in real life and would both of the guys recommend you see the movie?

Barbarian history: 3:30

Plot breakdown: 11:00

Winners & losers, scariest and funniest moments, best kill and all-time movie rankings: 23:45

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Six bullets to the chest couldn't stop Michael Myers, so later in the night on October 31, 1978 we continued to be stalked in... Halloween II (1981)! 

Ryan & Davis breakdown what Halloween II was attempting to accomplish, why Michael seems to be immortal and are there any responsible adults in Haddonfield?

In addition, what are the scariest & funniest moments in the movie? Why is Loomis no doubt the winner of Halloween II and who lost (Haddonfield Hospital vs. Laurie Strode) the movie? How high can the first sequel rise on the All-Time Scary Movie List? Could Halloween II happen in real life and would both of the guys recommend you see the movie?

Halloween II history: 3:15

Plot breakdown: 11:20

Winners & losers, scariest and funniest moments, best kill and all-time movie rankings: 22:00

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We thought we found a cute little addition to the podcast... but it turns out the new decor had an agenda of its own... so we had to get rid of... Annabelle (2014)! We are diving back into the Conjuring Universe with the first installment of Annabelle's story!

Ryan & Davis breakdown the History of Annabelle, along with the unoriginal plot and discuss why exactly anyone would want a giant doll in their home?

In addition, what are the scariest & funniest moments in the movie? Who do they think won (Ram Demon vs. Leah) and lost (Mia vs. Ram Demon) the movie? What spot does Annabelle possess on the All-Time Scary Movie List? Could Annabelle happen in real life (again) and would both of the guys recommend you see the movie?

Annabelle history: 4:15

Plot breakdown: 13:00

Winners & losers, scariest and funniest moments, best kill and all-time movie rankings: 23:10

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We tried something new on Talk of the Haunted House and for the first time ever we are breaking down a NEW movie... but whatever you do don't... Smile (2022)! We are diving into 2022's hottest social media led horror flick trying to discover what's wrong with a smile?

Ryan & Davis breakdown the brief History of Smile as well as the liberal use of jump scares, the effectiveness of Smile's sound mixing and compare the creepy scary film to another we have already followed!

In addition, what are the scariest & funniest moments in the movie? Who do they think won (Unfriendly People vs. Murders) and lost (Joel vs. Dr. Desai) the movie? Where does Smile creep it's way onto the All-Time Scary Movie List? Is there any way this could happen in real life and would both of the guys recommend you see the movie while it's still in theaters?

Smile history: 7:30

Plot breakdown: 11:00

Winners & losers, scariest and funniest moments, best kill and all-time movie rankings: 24:20

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Don't buy the hottest new toy or you might just end up gutted and that wouldn't be... Child's Play (1988)! We are breaking down another horror franchise starting classic with an iconic villain with Chucky's debut!

Ryan & Davis breakdown the History of Child's Play as well as dissect Chucky's aggression, Andy's trusting nature & the 1980's as a whole!

In addition, what are the scariest & funniest moments in the movie? Who do you think won (Chucky vs. Childhood Independence) and lost (Childhood Psychology Doctors vs. the Homeless man) the movie? Where does Chucky voodoo his way onto our All-Time Scary Movie List? Is there any way this could happen in real life and would both of the guys recommend this movie?

Child's Play history: 4:30

Plot breakdown: 12:00

Winners & losers, scariest and funniest moment, best kill and all-time movie rankings: 29:00

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We are back for a 2nd season filled with scary movie breakdowns & we begin with the meta horror classic that might just make you... Scream (1996)! Our Season 2 premiere chases down one of the most unique scary movie franchises of all time, exploring the mixture of meta commentary, dark comedy & slasher scares!

Davis & Ryan have different perspectives and thoughts on Scream. Is it an all-timer or does it fall a bit short? You be the judge!

In addition, what are the scariest & funniest moments in the movie? Who do you think won (Randy vs. the Media) and lost (Sidney's Mom vs. Billy & Stu's conditioning/physique) the movie? Where does the meta slasher rank on our All-Time Scary Movie List? Is Scream 100% realistic and would both of the guys recommend this movie?

Scream history: 3:20

Plot breakdown: 12:20

Winners & losers, scariest and funniest moment, best kill and all-time movie rankings: 29:00

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You're gonna need a bigger podcast to listen to... Jaws (1975)! Our Season 1 Finale dives deep into the history of one of the all-time great movies, scary or otherwise. Davis & Ryan explore the terrifying but fleshed out plot, while also highlighting the scariest and funniest moments!

In addition, who do the guys think won (Chief Brody vs. Mayor Vaughn) and lost (Beach Vacations vs. Americans) the movie? Where does this silver screen classic rank on our All-Time Scary Movie List, just how realistic is Jaws and how much would the guys recommend it?

Jaws history: 1:53

Plot breakdown: 15:40

Winners & losers, scariest and funniest moment, best kill and all-time movie rankings: 29:00

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YOU'LL FLOAT TOO... if you listen to our breakdown of... IT (2017)! Join Davis & Ryan as they compare the IT book to the movie, breakdown the horror packed plot and decide who won and lost the film? (Beverly vs. Richie; Pennywise vs. children's safety in the 1950's.)

Also, the guys' rankings are not lined up this week, so how high could IT rank on our All-Time Scary Movie List?

IT history: 1:20

Plot breakdown: 11:40

Winners & losers, scariest and funniest moment, best kill and all-time movie rankings: 37:55

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Don't pick up the phone... it's... The Ring (2002)! Join Davis & Ryan as they discuss the backstory of The Ring and dissect the long but very fleshed out plot!

Also, what were the scariest and funniest moments of the film, was the Tape more of a winner or loser and how did the guys rank The Ring 1-100?

The Ring history: 1:45

Plot breakdown: 10:20

Winners & losers, scariest and funniest moment, best kill and all-time movie rankings: 21:40

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We found some more footage, below a house, documenting three filmmakers that went missing as they made... The Blair Witch Project (1999)! Join Davis & Ryan in a deep dive into the classic as well as trying to size it up to more modern scary movies that are... well... scary.

In addition, the guys debate winners (Sticks & Rocks vs. the locals) and losers (Davis' attention span vs. camping) of the film and rate this movie 1-100 on our all-time scary movie list. Does it hold up with so much anticipation but very little pay off?

The Blair Witch Project history: 2:20

Plot breakdown: 6:50

Winners & losers, scariest and funniest moment and all-time movie rankings: 22:35

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