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Specter Cinema Club

DeVaughn Taylor
Queer Cinema
Serial Mom
V/H/S Franchise
John Waters
The Handmaiden
Horror Comedy
The Mask
Found Footage
Dark Humor
Romance
The Crow
In A Violent Nature
Targets
Osgood Perkins
Horror Anthology
Jack Nicholson
Werewolf
Mike Nichols
Wolf
Michelle Pfeiffer

The ghosts of your horror movie club explore a different sub-genre each month! Featuring creators from the spooky community, stoner filmmaker DeVaughn Taylor & film journalist Garrett McDowell discuss the recurring motifs of various sub-genres and what makes the best genre films work. New episodes every Tuesday! NOTE: We recommend starting at Season 2 (Ep60) as that's when Garrett joined and began... more

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DeVaughn is back at his cheat pick shenanigans as the boys discuss Whiplash directed by Damien Chazelle. The boys discuss topics such as J.K. Simmons' terrifying performance, editing techniques that feel like a horror film, and the dark side of sacr... more

2 weeks removed from discussing her father, the boys are talking Chained directed by Jennifer Lynch. This film was chosen by Arthouse Patron Swolfy, electing to get some fresh thoughts on a small gem. Fitting perfectly into our theme, we discuss an u... more

New month means a new theme! We're kicking things off with another heavy-hitter in The Silence of the Lambs directed by Jonathan Demme. The boys are joined by Becky Darke (Evolution of Horror, The Final Girls) to discuss the complicated relationship ... more

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Recent Guests

Becky Darke
Film podcaster and contributor at Evolution of Horror
Episode: THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS ft. Becky Darke (1991) // Mentors From Hell
Sarah Stubbs
Foodie behind Geeks That Eat and co-host of the Final Girls Feast podcast
Geeks That Eat
Episode: PARENTS (1989) ft. Sarah Stubbs // Beware the Suburbs
Amber T
A writer for Fangoria and expert in Japanese horror films
Fangoria
Episode: EVIL DEAD TRAP (1988) ft. Amber T // Techno-Terror
Terry Mesnard
One of the hosts of the Scarred for Life podcast
Scarred for Life
Episode: PSYCHO IV: THE BEGINNING (1990) ft. Terry Mesnard // Perkins Pride
Brian Keiper
Musician and podcaster, cohorts over on Pod and Pendulum
Pod and Pendulum
Episode: THE CHANGELING (1980) ft. Brian Keiper // Creepy Compositions
Mae Shults
Podcasting princess, musician
Episode: THE DEVIL'S CANDY (2017) ft. Mae Shults // Creepy Compositions
Allie Goertz
Former Simpson podcaster and musician
Independent musician
Episode: VIDEODROME (1983) ft. Allie Goertz // Daddy Cronenberg
Mike Brown
Co-host of the People Under the Scares Podcast
People Under the Scares Podcast
Episode: 28 DAYS LATER (2003) ft. Mike Brown // Black (Final) Girl Magic
Blayne Waterloo
Horror poet and publisher of the EU HAG newsletter
Episode: I SAW THE TV GLOW (2024) ft. Blayne Waterloo // Favorites of '24

Hosts

Garrett McDowell
One of the hosts, known for the insightful and humorous examination of horror films, focusing on complex themes and sub-genres.
DeVaughn Taylor
One of the hosts, a stoner filmmaker who brings humor and a unique perspective to discussions on horror cinema.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • Authentic and thoughtful horror commentary

    I first heard DeVaughn on Evolution of Horror and appreciated his commentary. I’ve really enjoyed diving into the Specter Cinema catalogue and have found Garrett to be equally insightful. My one constructive criticism is that I would love to hear you give more space to your guests. I often want to hear more from your guests but feel like they often don’t get much airtime. Thanks for providing great, down-to-earth horror content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ivans_Nightmare
    United States4 months ago
  • A laugh can be a very powerful thing

    Two lovely, warm, funny, insightful, and intelligent humans talking horror movies. Couldn’t ask for more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jbsaup
    United States6 months ago
  • Gold

    These two have a wonderful dynamic. Their discussions are lovely, insightful and fun dives into the many sub genres of horror. The kind of show that makes you want to watch and enjoy movies again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pagemachine
    United Statesa year ago
  • Terrible Opinion On Aliens

    Terrible opinion on “Aliens,” but at least the rest of the episodes are a very fun listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DalePeterson
    United Statesa year ago
  • Pull Up!!

    DeVaughn and Garrett are such a fun duo to listen to, and their coverage of different horror films are so great!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JesseKremp
    United Statesa year ago

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Overall, the humor combined with analytical insights makes for enjoyable and engaging content, appealing to a wide range of horror lovers.
The casual yet insightful approach makes it feel like a relaxed conversation among friends, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for all horror fans.
Listeners appreciate the authentic and thoughtful commentary on horror films, praising the dynamic between hosts.

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PARENTS (1989) ft. Sarah Stubbs // Beware the Suburbs
Q: What are some of your favorite subgenres in horror?
I'm a gastro-horror girlie, so food and horror, cannibalism, all of that kind of stuff.
KILL LIST (2011) ft. Jay Krieger // Subgenre Switch-Ups
Q: What was your experience watching Kill List?
Jay emphasized how he appreciated the subtle genre blending towards horror, while Garrett noted the film's strong characterizations and relatable themes such as financial struggle and toxic masculinity.
KILL LIST (2011) ft. Jay Krieger // Subgenre Switch-Ups
Q: What are two unlikely sub-genres that you think would work well together in a horror movie?
Jay suggested romance paired with horror sub-genres like in 'Candyman' and 'The Fly', which effectively mix relationships with horror themes.
EXISTENZ (1999) ft. Rocco T. Thompson // Daddy Cronenberg
Q: Do you remember the first David Cronenberg movie you watched? And how do you feel about him as a director overall?
Rocco shares that his first was 'The Fly' at age eight, which left a strong impression on him, and he recounts a love-hate relationship with Cronenberg's work as he appreciates the director's unique style.
28 DAYS LATER (2003) ft. Mike Brown // Black (Final) Girl Magic
Q: What made you want to talk about 28 Days Later and specifically our black final girl Selena?
I based it on needing a black final girl. And Selena is one of my favorite final girls.

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What is Specter Cinema Club about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show provides an engaging exploration into various sub-genres of horror filmmaking, featuring discussions led by a duo known for their chemistry and depth of insight. Each episode centers around a specific film or theme, where the hosts analyze recurring motifs, historical context, and narrative techniques that define the genre. Further enhancing the experience, they often welcome creators and contributors from the horror community, fostering a sense of camaraderie and shared passion among fans of the genre. Unique aspects include the combination of humor with serious themes, alongside a strong focus on LGBTQ+ representation and complex character studies within horror films. Listeners will find both entertainment and enriched perspecti... more

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4. Terry Mesnard
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7. Allie Goertz
8. Mike Brown

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