The Marvel of Horror

Dim the lights, rewind the tape, and wander a little too far into the horror section…Bruce sits down with his good friend Sarah Evans, artist and owner of Spiderbite Boutique in Kennett Square, PA for a late-night trip into the strange, cosmic world of H.P. Lovecraft.They crack open some of their favorite Lovecraft stories and talk about the movies that brought that creeping madness to the screen, from Vincent Price in The Haunted Palace and its connection to The Case of Charles Dexter Ward, to John Carpenter’s cult nightmare In the Mouth of Madness.Cosmic horror, forbidden knowledge, ancient things that probably should’ve stayed buried, and the kind of movies you discovered on a dusty VHS shelf because the cover looked too weird to leave behind.Be kind. Rewind. And whatever you do… don’t read the book.Just another conversation on The Marvel of Horror.Spiderbite Boutique:Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpiderbiteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiderbiteboutique/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spiderbiteboutique/

Horror is getting practical again—and we’re here for it.Join host Bruce Marvel and Josh Yoder as they dive into the resurgence of practical effects in modern horror, discussing films like Robert Eggers' Nosferatu and Coralie Fargeat's The Substance, and why they hope this signals a new era for the genre.Josh also takes a nostalgic trip back to the video store aisles of his childhood, sharing how late-night VHS discoveries sparked a lifelong love of horror and why the 1985 cult classic Ghoulies still has a special place in his collection.Josh Yoder is the creator behind Crimson Adder Curiosities, crafting DIY RPG products "for your deviant eyeballs."You can find Josh here:ITCH: https://crimsonaddergames.itch.io/PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/CrimsonAdderCuriositiesBLUE SKY: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:irqg32ln367sfdogcavfbj7s

What do conspiracy theories, viral folklore, and The Blair Witch Project have in common? The power to make people question what’s real. Actor, writer, and director Michael Perry Jr. joins host Bruce Marvel to talk about his new comedy mockumentary, The Conspiracists. The conversation spirals into first-time memories of seeing The Blair Witch Project, the paranoia and viral mystery that made it a cultural phenomenon, and the unforgettable horror films that stuck with them long after the credits rolled. From found footage fear to conspiracy-fueled comedy, this episode dives into how horror, myth, and storytelling blur the line between what’s real and what we want to believe. Learn more about the mockumentary film: https://theconspiracists.com/

Writer and educator Dan Richmond joins the host with the most, Bruce Marvel, for a deep dive into the bloodline between horror and heavy music. From shock rock pioneer Alice Cooper to the horror-punk legacy of Misfits, they explore how the macabre shaped the sound of metal.The conversation cranks up talking about the gnarly band GWAR, plus a rundown of their favorite heavy tracks and unforgettable horror soundtracks.If you like your riffs loud and your horror louder—this one’s for you.

Warning: This episode gets extra greasy. Host Bruce Marvel welcomes Michael St. Michaels – the unforgettable star of the Greasy Strangler – for a wild and wonderfully weird conversation about cult horror. Michael shared stories from the set, talks about working in film while reflecting on his acting journey, and even shows off one of the outrageous practical skin effects used in the film. If you love indie horror comedy, cult classics, and behind-the-scenes movie magic … this one's for you. Get greasy with us. 🛢️

On this episode of the Marvel of Horror, Maren Lavelle and Matt Steiner return to talk about their upcoming new psychological thriller film "Clifton Park" and the topic of cults as an inspiration to their film.

Comic Book Artist and Filmmaker, Jim Cannatelli, joins host Bruce Marvel on this Episode of The Marvel of Horror Podcast! They deep dive into their favorite classic horror movies … specifically The Universal Films.

In this episode of Marvel of Horror, host Bruce Marvel chats with the legendary Lloyd Kaufman—co-founder and president of Troma Entertainment and the creative force behind The Toxic Avenger. Together they dive into Kaufman’s cult-classic world, discussing the creation of The Toxic Avenger and new 2025 film. They talk the vampire horror film Sinners, and the shock-horror favorite Mother’s Day, among other highlights. Their conversation blends behind-the-scenes insights with playful banter, offering a lively exploration of low-budget horror, comedic gore, and the “Tromatic” spirit that defines Kaufman’s career.

The good, the bad, the bloody, celebrating World Dracula Day with Bruce and professional comic book artist Neil Vokes. In part two, they discuss specifically the Hammer Dracula film series.

On this episode of the Marvel of Horror, we get together with Daniel C Davis and James Brett Taylor from Clockout Films. Being proud Delawareans, we talk local urban legends, the Delaware film Slaughter Beach, and the strangest movie ever The Greasy Strangler.