Episode 56: Beau is Afraid (2023)

Exit Through the Gift Shop is a 2010 documentary film directed by the elusive street artist Banksy. It offers a fascinating and often humorous exploration of the world of street art, blending reality and possible fiction in a way that challenges perceptions of art, authenticity, and commercialization. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/120days/support

Beau Is Afraid is a surrealist dark comedy horror film written and directed by Ari Aster (Hereditary, Midsommar). Released in 2023, the movie is an ambitious, sprawling tale that blends psychological horror, absurdist humor, and existential dread into a uniquely unsettling cinematic experience. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/120days/support

In this episode, we dive deep into the chilling world of the 1973 cult classic "The Wicker Man." Join us as we explore the film's unique blend of horror and folk traditions, uncovering the eerie atmosphere of the fictional Scottish island of Summerisle. We’ll discuss the story of Edward Malus, a police officer drawn into a web of pagan rituals and unsettling community dynamics. We’ll analyze the film's themes of sacrifice, belief, and the clash of modernity with ancient customs, alongside its unforgettable ending that leaves viewers questioning the nature of faith and authority. Listeners will hear insights from film critics, cultural historians, and a few chilling anecdotes from those who've experienced the film’s impact firsthand. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the world of folk horror, this episode promises to unearth the layers of meaning and influence that make "The Wicker Man" a timeless classic. Tune in for a haunting exploration of a film that continues to resonate in contemporary horror cinema! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/120days/support

Episode 54: Halloween(1978) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/120days/support

Episode 53: 8 1/2 (1963) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/120days/support

Episode 52: Speak (2004) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/120days/support

Episode 51: Mirror (1975) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/120days/support

Episode 50: One Hour Photo (2002) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/120days/support

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As sadomasochistic yakuza enforcer Kakihara searches for his missing boss he comes across Ichi, a repressed and psychotic killer who may be able to inflict levels of pain that Kakihara has only dreamed of achieving. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/120days/support