13 Degrees of Screams: A Horror Movie Podcast

Heretic: A Skeptic's Guide to Religion?

This week, we try to convert a crazy man in Heretic
Get ready to embark on a wild ride in an ominous discussion of religious studies! In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we sit through the tension building, slow burn horror that is Heretic. Join us as we dissect the motivations behind the charismatic Mr. Reed, smile and nod through some uncomfortable conversations, and debate the ambiguous ending! And as always, we discuss where Heretic lands on the scariness scale of 1-13!
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Silent Hill: Is This the Best Video Game Adaptation?

This week, we are attacked by Pyramid Head in Silent Hill!
Ready to explore the eerie fog-filled streets of Silent Hill? In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we delve deep into the haunting world of Silent Hill. Join us as we dissect the motivations behind the characters, uncover the grotesque creatures that lurk in the shadows, and debate whether this chilling adaptation stands strong in the horror genre. And of course, we discuss where Silent Hill lands on the scariness scale of 1-13!
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My Bloody Valentine was Kinda Dumb

This week, we get some chocolates from a murderer in My Bloody Valentine!
In this thrilling episode, hosts Alex and Stephanie dive headfirst into the unremarkable world of the 2009 horror film, My Bloody Valentine. Join them as they dissect the film's most head scratching moments, explore the backstories behind the intimidating antagonist, and ultimately decide where My Bloody Valentine lands on the scariness scale of 1-13! From the claustrophobic mine shafts to the gory heart-shaped killings, no stone will be left unturned!
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House of Wax: A Cheesy Mid-aughts Remake Masterpiece

This week, we are turned into wax statues in House of Wax!
In this spine-tingling episode of 13 Degrees of Scream, hosts Alex and Stephanie dive into the hauntingly enjoyable world of House of Wax (2005). Tune in as they unravel the thrills and chills of this horror classic, explore the bizarre practicality of building an entire structure out of wax in Louisiana, and discuss Wade's relentless curiosity and tendency to wander where he shouldn't.
Join them as they ponder the ultimate question: where does House of Wax land on the scariness scale of 1-13? Listen as they dissect the spine-tingling suspense, atmospheric chills, gripping plot, and the sinister villains who brings it all to life.
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Tarot: An Underrated Classic? Ft. Perplexity: A Mystery Podcast

This week, we have the charming Kaydra from Perplexity: A Mystery Podcast joining our hosts, Alex and Stephanie, to uncover the chilling film Tarot!
Together, they dive into the 2024 supernatural horror film, Tarot, inspired by Nicholas Adams' 1992 novel Horrorscope. The trio will unravel the harrowing tale of college students who face gruesome fates after dabbling with an eerie Tarot deck. 
Join us as they dissect the campy yet thrilling horror elements, debate if reading horoscopes and tarot together is really possible, and, to add to the mystical vibes, get their very own Tarot readings live on the show.
 
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The Black Phone: Haunting Voices from the Void

This week we’re kidnapped by the Grabber in The Black Phone!
In this 2021 American supernatural horror movie, we follow the abduction of Finney Blake. When Finney encounters a mystical black rotary phone in captivity, he uses it to plot his escape by communicating with the ghosts of The Grabber's slain victims.
Listen along as we unravel the plot of this gripping thriller. From unsettling phone calls, to mysterious disappearances, we'll break down the movie's elements. But that's not all! Tune in as we rate The Black Phone, measuring its fright factor from 1 to 13. Will it ring in at the top of the scale? Listen to find out!
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Nosferatu: A Wee Little Vampire Boy

This week we reaffirm our pact with a demonic vampire in Nosferatu!
In this 2024 American supernatural Gothic horror film, a remake of the 1922 silent film, we follow the obsession between a haunted young woman and the terrifying vampire infatuated with her, causing untold horror in its wake. Listen along as Stephanie and Alex discuss the meaning of the name Nosferatu, become Friedrich apologists, and debate one possessed person can go under the guise of missing their spouse.
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Name that Nemesis: Guessing Movie Villains

This week, we play a villain guessing game!
In this episode, hosts Alex and Stephanie try to guess what movie villain the other is thinking! All the villains are from a movie covered in 2024.
Follow along to see who scores the most points!
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2024 Movie Rankings

This week, we reflect on our 2024 movies!
In this episode, hosts Alex and Stephanie recap the movies they reviewed this year and let you know where they fall in the following categories:
 
Best Acting
 
Worst Acting
 
Favorite Story
 
Biggest Surprise
 
Best World Building
 
Most rewatchable
 
Worst Movie Overall
 
Best Movie Overall
 
Least Scary
 
Most Scary
 
Best Movie Premiering in 2024
 
Follow along to see how 13 Degrees of Screams’ movies of 2024 performed overall!
 
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Krampus: The Dark Side of Christmas

This week, we put our family on the naughty list in Krampus!
In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, hosts Alex and Stephanie dive into this comedy horror holiday movie inspired by the Central European folklore of Krampus, who punishes children who misbehave at Christmas. Follow along as Alex and Stephanie discuss the horror elements that blend with the comedic, other folklore that inspired some of the evil creatures, and why Max had to punish the whole town with his holiday wish!
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Anna and the Apocalypse: The Tuesday of an Apocalypse

This week we sing and fight zombies for Christmas in Anna and the Apocalypse!
In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, hosts Alex and Stephanie delve into the 2017 British Christmas zombie musical film, Anna and the Apocalypse. They discuss the film's multi themed plot of a zombie apocalypse that threatens the sleepy town of Little Haven, Scotland at Christmas - forcing Anna and her friends to fight, slash and sing their way to survival, facing the undead in a desperate race to reach their loved ones. 
Alex and Stephanie share their thoughts on the film's zombie kills, songs, and character likability. They also highlight the overall message of there being no such thing as a happy ending and whether or not that fits with the spirit of Christmas. Tune in for a little singing and zombie fueled Christmas cheer!
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Cuckoo: Screeching, Slime, and Arm Slings, Oh My!

This week, we find out our sister’s a cuckoo human hybrid in Cuckoo!
In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, hosts Alex and Stephanie delve into the 2024 horror film Cuckoo. They discuss the film's unsettling plot that follows a teenager named Gretchen who relocates to the German Alps and encounters bizarre occurrences involving her father's sinister boss.
Alex and Stephanie share their thoughts on the film's atmosphere, creepy scenes, and character motivations. They also highlight peculiar topics such as the movie’s portrayal of hybrid-human cuckoo creatures, intriguing symbolic themes, and the unsettling 'slime' scenes. Tune in for an in-depth analysis and some humorous observations along the way.
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Annihilation: Let's Go in the Shimmer!!

This week, we travel into the shimmer in Annihilation!
In this episode of ‘13 Degrees of Screams,’ hosts Alex and Stephanie discuss ‘Annihilation’ a 2018 science fiction horror thriller film written and directed by Alex Garland; loosely based on the 2014 novel of the same name by Jeff VanderMeer. The story follows a group of scientists who enter the Shimmer, a mysterious quarantined zone of mutating plants and animals caused by an alien presence.
Alex and Stephanie share their intrigue and theories revolving around the Shimmer, noting the environment’s otherworldly beauty and dangers, with an emphasis on the theme of self destruction and transformation. They explore key scenes, including those involving the bear fused with a woman’s voice, the video of a man’s abdomen being cut open to reveal writhing intestines, and the unique “transformations” that befall all who enter the Shimmer, leading to a thought provoking ending with some open ended questions to consider!
 
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The Witch: From Farm to Coven

This week, we live deliciously in the Witch. Set in 1630s New England, its plot follows a Puritan family who encounter forces of evil in the woods beyond their farm.
Join hosts Alex and Stephanie in this week's episode of 13 Degrees of Screams as they dive into Robert Eggers' 2015 folk horror film, The Witch. They explore the unsettling atmosphere of 1630s New England, discuss standout moments like the unsettling convulsions of Caleb, and the eerie presence of Black Phillip.
Alex and Stephanie also share their thoughts on the realistic depiction of old English dialogue, the chilling scenes involving witchcraft, and the underlying themes of isolation and paranoia. Plus, hear personal anecdotes and their comparisons to other horror classics. Don't miss their in-depth analysis and fun banter as they navigate this spine-tingling tale.
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Thanksgiving: All of this for a free waffle maker?

This week, we have a deadly Black Friday shopping experience in Thanksgiving!
In this 2023 American slasher film, a small Massachusetts town is terrorized by a killer in a John Carver mask around the Thanksgiving holiday. Follow along with Stephanie and Alex as they go over all the “lighthearted” kills, how reasonable but blissfully absurd every death was and rate how they stack up on our scariness scale!
 
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The Cell: Demon King of the Mind

This week, we go into a serial killer’s mind in The Cell!
The Cell is a 2000 science fiction psychological horror film directed by Tarsem Singh. The film follows scientists as they use experimental technology to enter the mind of a comatose serial killer in order to locate where he has hidden his latest kidnap victim.
Follow along with Alex and Stephanie as they discuss the twisted mind of serial killer Carl Rudolph Stargher, the implications of bringing someone else into your own mind, and why it would be a very bad idea!
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It's What's Inside: Party Game Gone Wrong

This week, we play the worst version of Werewolf with our friends in It’s What’s Inside!
 
In this 2024 American science fiction comedy horror film, a group of friends gather for a pre-wedding party that descends into an existential nightmare when an estranged friend arrives with a mysterious game that awakens long-hidden secrets, desires and grudges. Follow along with Alex and Stephanie as they determine whether or not they'd risk playing the swapping bodies game and ponder the existential crisis one would go through losing their body.
 
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Smile 2: The Most Determined Trauma Demon

This week, we grin and bear it as a pop star in Smile 2!
Smile 2 is a 2024 American psychological supernatural horror film written and directed by Parker Finn. The film stars Naomi Scott as a pop star who begins to experience a series of increasingly disturbing events as she is about to go on tour.
Follow along with Alex and Stephanie as they discuss the lengths this demon will go to trick our protagonist, the intricate and confusing rules, and how this sequel ups the ante in every way!
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Saltburn: Is this Narcolepsy?

This week, we live with our extremely wealthy friend in Saltburn!
In this 2023 black comedy psychological thriller film, we focus on a student at Oxford who becomes infatuated with a popular, aristocratic fellow student, who later invites him to spend the summer at his eccentric family's estate. 
Follow along with Alex and Stephanie as they debate Oliver's true motives, discuss the depths of depravity he will sink to to get what he wants and acknowledge the foreshadowing doppelgänger. 
 
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Flowers in the Attic: Horror Runs in the Family

This week, we lock some kids in a tiny room for a very long time in Flowers in the Attic.
In this 1987 psychological drama film, four kids who, after the death of their father, are held captive in the attic of their abusive grandmother's sprawling estate by their cruel and manipulative mother. It is based on V. C. Andrews' 1979 novel of the same name that spawned several sequels.
Follow along as Stephanie and Alex discuss why the grandmother is so cruel, who exactly is all in on the plot to kill the children, and why the Dollanganger family is so close!
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