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The Black Phone (2021): Straitjacket Talk

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We dive into The Black Phone (2021) — our spoiler-friendly review & analysis of Scott Derrickson’s Blumhouse hit starring Ethan Hawke as “The Grabber.” From the creepy mask design and ghost-child mythology to Joe Hill’s short story roots (20th Century Ghosts), we cover scares, themes (cycle of abuse, sibling dynamic, 1970s true-crime vibes), box-office surprise ($161M), and whether this villain is a NEW horror icon — plus sequel talk, ending explained, best kills, and where it ranks among modern horror. If you love sinister small-town vibes, tense basement escapes, and mask-iconography lore, this is for you.


Your hosts- Kevin, Nathan, and Gill

Produced by Nathan


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