13 Degrees of Screams: A Horror Movie Podcast

This week on 13 Degrees of Screams, we’re diving into Drop, a thriller that’s way more suspenseful than it should be, even as the characters’ motivations get… let’s say mysteriously unclear. Still, if you don’t think too hard about it, the ride is undeniably fun. We break down the tension, the deadly plot to take out a date, and the charm of a movie that thrives on fun over logic. 
Then, as always, we put Drop through our scary scale, rating it from 1 to 13. Our ratings may surprise you!
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In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we're discussing Carrie (1976), Brian De Palma’s supernatural horror classic based on Stephen King’s debut novel, in which a relentlessly bullied high school girl discovers her telekinetic powers and unleashes devastating revenge after a cruel prom-night prank. We discuss our first impressions of the film, how it compares to the other Carrie adaptations, the beautifully unsettling prom sequence, and whether Tommy and Sue’s well-intentioned plan was doomed from the start.
We also break down Margaret White’s twisted religious beliefs, how years of abuse shaped Carrie’s tragic story, and the connection between her delayed puberty and the awakening of her powers. Along the way, we discuss differences between the novel and film, including Carrie’s childhood telekinetic abilities, and the behind the scenes story of how P. J. Soles’ trademark hat accidentally expanded Norma’s role in the movie. Join us as we revisit one of horror’s most influential classics and see where Carrie lands on our scary scale.
Follow along to hear where Carrie lands on our scary scale of 1 to 13.
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In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we tear into House of 1000 Corpses and explore how Rob Zombie’s debut film builds its twisted world of killers. We dig into the Firefly family and why they remain one of horror’s most unhinged clans... and maybe the most silly?
Then we take a detour into true crime, unpacking the story of the Bloody Benders, the infamous 19th‑century serial killer family whose crimes haunt American folklore. And then we ask: is House of 1000 Corpses all style over substance, or are there actual themes you can pull from it?
Of course, we end the episode by rating it on our scary scale of 1-13! 
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In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we ask the question no one was asking: Is Space Jam (1996) secretly a horror movie? Sure, it's a family basketball comedy... but it's also about alien abduction, stolen talent, and the threat of spending eternity performing at an intergalactic theme park. Totally kid friendly.
Then we break down the film's creepiest moments, from the Monstars stealing the NBA players' abilities and transforming into giant monsters to the surprisingly unsettling body horror, cartoon injuries, and Michael Jordan betting his own freedom on a basketball game. Because apparently that was a reasonable decision.
Finally, we put Space Jam through our scary scale, rating it from 1 to 13 to find out if this childhood classic is actually more terrifying than anyone remembers.
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On this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we dig into Resident Evil (2002) and talk about how this early‑2000s action‑horror film stacks up against the iconic video game series that inspired it. From lore deviations to completely made up characters for the movie, we delve into what works and what gets lost in translation.
Then we dive into the film’s numerous villains: the swarming zombies, the Licker, and of course the Red Queen, who steals the show with one of horror’s most chilling lines. We explore how each villain shapes the movie’s tone and whether the film’s over-the-top style ends up overshadowing the scares.
Finally, we put Resident Evil through our scary scale, rating it from 1 to 13!
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In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we're discussing Dangerous Animals (2025), Sean Byrne’s survival horror film set in the Australian shark tourism world, where a rebellious surfer is kidnapped by a serial killer who plans to feed her to sharks. We discuss whether the film’s unique concept sticks the landing, Zephyr and Moses’ unexpected romance, the frustratingly high number of failed escape attempts, and why the movie sometimes feels like it’s circling its own bait instead of delivering the payoff.
We also break down Tucker’s shark-obsessed “apex predator” mindset, the surprising lack of shark attacks given the premise, and some wild behind-the-scenes stories, including real open-ocean filming off Australia’s Gold Coast and a genuine bull shark incident during production. Join us as we explore one of 2025’s more unusual survival horror films and see where Dangerous Animals lands on our scary scale.
Follow along to hear where Dangerous Animals lands on our scary scale of 1 to 13.
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On this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we dive into the surprisingly sharp plot behind this early‑2000s thriller and unpack why its simplicity is exactly what makes it so effective. We break down the escalating plot points that turn a prank gone wrong into a relentless nightmare, and we talk about how the film creates a pressure cooker of dread.
Then there’s Rusty Nail… the faceless, omniscient villain who somehow knows literally everything, everywhere, all the time. We explore why he’s one of the most terrifying antagonists, his iconic voice, and how the unseen threat is often the scariest one of all.
Finally, we wrap things up by putting Joy Ride through our scary scale, rating it from 1 to 13 and debating just how high a simple thriller can climb when it’s firing on all cylinders.
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In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we're discussing Good Boy (2025), Ben Leonberg's supernatural horror film told entirely from the perspective of his real life dog, Indy. We discuss whether the unique concept lived up to the hype, our interpretation of Todd's mysterious illness, the unsettling nature of the cursed family home, and the film's themes of grief, loyalty, and loss.
We also explore the fascinating story behind the production, including how Leonberg spent three years capturing Indy's genuine reactions and why the dog's perspective makes the film's emotional moments hit so hard. Join us as we break down one of 2025's most original horror films.
Follow along to hear where Good Boy  lands on our scary scale of 1 to 13!
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On this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we sink into the dreamy, oftentimes nightmarish world of I Saw the TV Glow, a film that blurs identity, nostalgia, and the aching desire to escape a life that no longer fits.
We discuss how the movie is an achievement in portraying the trans experience, capturing the suffocating pressure of living a life that’s not yours and the terror of being unseen in your own skin… quite literally. We unpack other themes of escapism and running out of time, and explore why they hit so hard. We even debate whether burying ourselves alive would be a valid way out of reality. It gets a little weird.
And of course, we wrap it all up by rating the film on our scary scale from 1 to 13. Tune in before Mr. Melancholy feeds you the Luna Juice!
 
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Nostalgia horror I Saw the TV Glow speaks to 90s trans teens like me
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On this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we bite into Fresh (2022), the sleek, seductive horror comedy that turns a promising meet cute into a nightmare of captivity, cannibal cuisine, and the most shocking thirty minute late opening credits you’ll ever see. We explore how the film blends rom com charm with body horror, dark humor, and a villain whose “perfect guy” persona is somehow more disturbing than his meat‑market side hustle.
We dig into the twisted relationship dynamics, the unsettling mystery of Steve’s wife, the horrifying realization that Noa unknowingly ate part of Mollie, and the film’s sharp commentary on online dating as a place where people consume and discard each other. Plus, we talk about why the real love story might be the friendship between Noa and Mollie the only relationship that survives the menu.
Stick around to hear where Fresh lands on our scary scale of 1 to 13.
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Space travel. Hell. And the worst possible release date imaginable for Titanic. This week on 13 Degrees of Screams, we’re diving into Event Horizon, the sci‑fi horror film that was almost way too much!
Discover how this movie came this close to becoming the most shocking, most gruesome, most “what did I just watch” entry in the genre. We’re unpacking the infamous deleted scenes, the studio meddling, and yes, the unexpected connection to a British miniature wargame.
Join us as we explore the masterpiece that nearly was because the real terror isn’t what made it to screen, but what almost did. How does this affect Event Horizon’s scary rating on a scale of 1 to 13? Tune in this week to find out!
Marvelous Videos’ video Every Deleted Scene From Event Horizon (1997) Movie - Explained - This Makes It Even More Terrifying - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRKpRCvDKDg&t=668s
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On this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we journey into Watership Down, the beautifully animated yet shockingly brutal tale of rabbits, prophecy, and survival. We explore how this watercolor storybook film became one of the most infamous “not actually for kids” movies ever made, blending pastoral charm with graphic violence, existential dread, and a dictator bunny who puts most horror villains to shame.
We dig into the film’s long standing ratings controversy, the mythology trimmed from the original novel, the Lapine language, and why the Black Rabbit of Death still haunts viewers decades later. Plus, we revisit childhood memories of abruptly turned off daycare TVs and break down the film’s most intense moments from the snare warren to Efrafa’s authoritarian rule.
Stick around to hear where Watership Down lands on our scary scale of 1 to 13.
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On this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we dive into Ginger Snaps, the ultimate blend of teen angst and werewolf transformation. We break down the film’s themes of puberty, identity, and the monstrous side of growing up, while spotlighting its bold, original spin on werewolf design and mythology. 
Plus, we explore the sisterly bond between Ginger and Brigitte. Stick around to hear where it lands on our scary scale of 1 to 13!
Trigger Warning: This episode discusses themes including body horror, gore, death, and sensitive topics related to puberty and transformation. 
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Trigger Warnings: This episode discusses violence, infant harm, psychological abuse, gore, religious trauma themes, and home invasion.
This week on 13 Degrees of Screams, we’re diving into Mother!, Darren Aronofsky’s chaotic, symbolic, and deeply polarizing psychological horror. We break down Jennifer Lawrence’s exhausting, immersive performance as Mother, Javier Bardem’s unsettlingly distant Him, and how a simple domestic setup spirals into biblical mayhem. From Adam and Eve wrecking the house to Cain and Abel’s violent arrival, from religious zealots overrunning every room to that infamous baby scene, we explore how the film transforms a single home into a metaphor for creation, destruction, and the relentless demands placed on Mother Earth.
We also dig into the film’s intense production, the stage‑like rehearsals, the two interconnected house sets, Jennifer Lawrence’s on‑set injuries, and the wildly divided audience reaction that earned the movie an F CinemaScore and strained Lawrence and Aronofsky’s real‑life relationship. Finally, we rate Mother! on our Scary Scale from 1 to 13.
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This week on 13 Degrees of Screams, we take a wild detour into a film that isn’t technically horror… yet somehow feels terrifying in its own unique way! We’re diving into the cinematic anomaly known as The Room and its behind‑the‑scenes dramatization, The Disaster Artist.
In this special episode, we unravel the baffling production history, the inexplicable plot choices, and the enigma that is Tommy Wiseau, a man whose origins are as mysterious as his filmmaking decisions. From football tossing in tuxedos to rooftop monologues that defy all known acting techniques, we explore how this movie exists at all, and why its existence might be the scariest part.
And for the first time ever, we break tradition: no scary scale rating. Because honestly? This one doesn’t even hit a 1. If negative numbers were allowed, we’d be in uncharted territory.
Join us for confusion, fascination, and a whole lot of “Oh hi, horror fans.”
 
VideoTommy Wiseau Commercialhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cufePE5NaEM
ArticlesThe Bizarre Story Behind The Roomhttps://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2019/08/this-bizarre-story-behind-the-room/
27 Wild Stories From The Making Of The Room, The Worst Movie Everhttps://www.gamespot.com/gallery/27-wild-stories-from-the-making-of-the-room-the-wo/2900-1644/
 
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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses themes of kidnapping, captivity, child endangerment, and psychological trauma as depicted in Room. We also discuss child loss from the book of the same name and reference a real world case, including the imprisonment of Elisabeth Fritzl, which may be distressing for some listeners.
This week on 13 Degrees of Screams, we’re tackling Room, the 2015 psychological survival drama that turns an 11×11 shed into one of the most unsettling settings we’ve covered. We break down Brie Larson’s gripping performance as a mother held captive for seven years, Jacob Tremblay’s astonishing portrayal of a child seeing the world for the first time, and how the film shifts from claustrophobic thriller to emotional coming‑of‑age story the moment Jack escapes Room.
We also explore the real‑world cases that inspired Emma Donoghue’s novel, including the tragic imprisonment of Elisabeth Fritzl, and compare how the book and film handle trauma, imagination, and the fierce bond between mother and child. From Jack believing only he and Ma are “real” to the overwhelming chaos of the outside world, we dig into what makes this story so haunting, human, and unforgettable.
Finally, we rate Room on our Scary Scale from 1 to 13.
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This week on 13 Degrees of Screams, we’re diving into the mysteries of M. Night Shyamalan’s Signs. We’re joined by Will from The Red Treehouse Podcast, who brings his unique eye for symbolism to help us unpack one of Shyamalan’s most layered films.
Together, we explore the movie’s hidden themes and question if Signs might actually be Shyamalan’s best work. 
And of course, we put Signs to the test on our scary scale of 1 to 13. Does it earn a spot near the top, or does the alien invasion fall short of full‑blown terror? Tune in to find out!
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This week on 13 Degrees of Screams, we revisit the iconic 1990 miniseries IT, the cosmic clown classic that terrified a generation and still manages to be equal parts spooky and silly. We dig into Pennywise’s extraterrestrial origins, the Deadlights, the not quite book accurate Ritual of Chüd, and the magic turtle that somehow exists in this universe. We also discuss our personal histories with the franchise, Tim Curry’s legendary performance, and why the Losers’ Club seems to forget everything the moment they leave Derry.
We break down the chaotic adult acting choices, Bev doing most of the heavy lifting, the balloon‑popping library scene, the Coraline‑coded old lady, and the restaurant reunion that probably traumatized every bystander. Plus, we debate which Pennywise is scarier, whether the story holds up, and if being eaten by IT is actually better than falling face‑first into a sewer.
Finally, we rate IT (1990) on our Scary Scale from 1 to 13.
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This week on 13 Degrees of Screams, we dive into the horrifying “romantic comedy” (yeah, right) Never Been Kissed. Don’t let it fool you, this movie proves returning to high school is far more terrifying than any masked slasher!
But that’s not all. We also explore the absurd, but totally plausible concept of drowning in a sea of pillows and debate whether a pie‑eating devil lurks within Josie Grossie. Did she accidentally summon a demon? How else would you explain it??
So sit down and grab a bowl of coleslaw byproduct as we rate this rom-com on our scary scale of 1 to 13! 
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This week on 13 Degrees of Screams, we dive into the listener recommended horror comedy Feast (2005). Trapped in a remote bar with a pack of flesh eating monsters outside, we break down the film’s trope subverting chaos, buckets of blood, and unforgettable gross out moments and yes, including the maggots. We talk about whether this divisive cult film holds up, how its Project Greenlight origins shaped it, and whether its shock‑heavy choices go too far or make it more fun.
Plus, we dig into the rapid‑fire character intros, the wild monster design, and the movie’s gritty western meets Tremors aesthetic. We also debate if the sequels are worth checking out and whether this is a movie we’d ever rewatch voluntarily.
Finally, we rate Feast on our Scary Scale from 1 to 13!
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