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Zombies rule the world of horror cinema--fast zombies, slow zombies, voodoo zombies, and so many other strains. How did zombies evolve into the monsters we know and love today? Join John and Andy as they shamble through zombie film history, one movie at a time.

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The trippy 60s are finally here! This hip party beach in Argentina has a problem: young women are sinking into a zombie-like state, wandering off, and getting themselves murdered by a psychotic killer. THE DEADLY ORGAN is a psychadelic film that has ... more

It's time for another horror anthology film, this one rooted in the melodramatic twist endings of horror comics! DR. TERROR'S GALLERY OF HORROR walks us through five spooky tales that feature vampires, werewolves, and yes, zombies--as well as horror ... more

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Forty-eight zombies enter... but only one will leave! Who is the scariest of them all? It's time for a ZOMBIE MADNESS SHOWDOWN to find out! We put every movie zombie from 1919 to 1966 into a bracket to face off against each other. Follow along as Joh... more

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Who knew there was more than one zombie movie centered on Cornish tin mines? That's the setting of the Hammer Horror classic THE PLAGUE OF THE ZOMBIES (1966), which features spooky moors, an arrogant British zombie master, and the most intense (and v... more

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John
Host with discussion leadership; appears across many episodes.
Andy
Co-host who engages in film analysis and hosts across episodes.
Brad
Producer and contributor; appears across episodes.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • A+++

    Great podcast, just the type of style that I like - thoughtful intelligent deep dives into the narratives! You have a great rapport and it is a nice listen, too - very soft spoken and steady voices (means a lot to me!) - thank you very much :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chants675
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Nearly perfect podcast

    This podcast series has educated me about a lot of films I only knew of by title or not at all. It made me finally see Creature with the Atom Brain, for example. But the lack of consideration and analysis of Plan 9 was disappointing and puzzling. As I write this, the series is moving from the 50s to the 60s. Please, smart hosts, read (even skim) the 1954 novel I Am Legend. This novel precedes even Creature with the Atom Brain as a science-oriented story (versus supernatural), was adapted into fi... more

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    4
    It's alright; I'm a doctor.
    United States5 months ago

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Audience appreciates breadth across international zombie cinema and cross‑genre links.
Hosts provide thoughtful, intelligent, deep dives with steady, engaging delivery.
Great for cinephiles who want production context and cultural insights.

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Womaneater (1958)
Q: Is there an apocalypse in this movie?
No, there is not an apocalypse that threatens the world, but personal danger does exist.
Womaneater (1958)
Q: Is there a zombie hoard in this movie?
There is not; we just get Margaret as a reanimated zombie.
Womaneater (1958)
Q: Is there a hero party?
There is, primarily made up of Sally and Jack, who manage to survive.
Season 1 Wrap Up
Q: What movie were you most excited about getting to discuss?
'Night of the Living Dead' is the obvious answer, but I'm also looking forward to 'The Last Man on Earth' for its connection to 'I Am Legend'.
Season 1 Wrap Up
Q: What's been your favorite moment in a movie where you see a flash of what makes zombie movies so great?
A moment in 'Revenge of the Zombies' where a zombie captures and drags a character under water stood out to me.

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A thoughtful deep-dive show into zombie cinema history, blending film analysis with historical and cultural context. Across episodes, it covers classic and international zombie films—from Hammer horrors and Italian Gothic entries to sci‑fi apocalypses—exploring themes like colonialism, technology, mythology, and societal fears reflected in undead lore. The hosts' banter is approachable, often weaving production trivia and genre evolution into clear takeaways for fans and industry listeners alike. A standout aspect is the breadth: recaps, production notes, and cross‑film comparisons create a compelling thread through decades of zombie storytelling, making it useful for pitch targets and sponsorship that want film history depth with entertain... more

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