On this episode, we sink our teeth into Bram Stoker's Dracula, Francis Ford Coppola’s lavish, blood-soaked gothic romance that redefined vampire horror for the ‘90s.

We break down the haunting performances from Gary Oldman as the tragic, monstrous Count, Winona Ryder as Mina, and Anthony Hopkins chewing the scenery as Van Helsing. From practical effects and shadow play to operatic costumes and that unforgettable score, this is peak gothic excess.

Is this the most romantic Dracula adaptation ever put to screen? Does the love story elevate the horror or drain it? And how does it stack up against other versions of the Prince of Darkness?

Join us as we explore passion, damnation, and fountains of blood in one of the most visually stunning vampire films ever made. 🩸🦇

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It’s Friday the 13th, so you know we had to celebrate the right way. In this bonus episode, we head back to Camp Crystal Lake to cover Friday the 13th Part 2—the film that truly brings Jason into the spotlight. We break down the kills, the final girl, the sack-mask era of Jason, and whether this sequel earns the Butcher Knife or gets stuck with the Butter Knife. Grab your gear, watch out for the woods, and join us for this special Friday the 13th bonus episode.

This week on the show, we’re heading to the mines to talk about the slasher classic My Bloody Valentine. Pickaxes, heart-shaped candy boxes, and one of the grimiest small town settings in horror, this one has it all. We break down the kills, the atmosphere, and why Harry Warden still stands out among ’80s slashers.

Joining us is special guest Aaron from the A&B Horror Movies Podcast, a fantastic horror content creator, who brings great insight (and a few hot takes) as we dig into what makes this movie so memorable. As always, we also decide whether the opening kill earns the coveted Butcher Knife or the dreaded Butter Knife.

Grab your helmet, watch out in the tunnels, and press play!

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