HeyJaredReal Reel Talk - Horror Edition
Get ready to dive into the thrilling and chilling world of horror cinema with film critic and aficionado, Josh Bell.
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Night of the Creeps (opens the original)
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In this episode of Real Reel Talk - Horror Edition, host Josh from Couch Critic delivers a comprehensive deep dive into Night of the Creeps (1986), the cult classic horror comedy that blends aliens, zombies, college campus chaos, and some of the best practical effects of the 80s. Directed and written by Fred Decker, this genre-mashing masterpiece flopped at the box office but has since become a beloved treasure among horror fans and cinephiles who appreciate ambitious, wildly creative filmmaking
House (1986) (opens the original)
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In this episode of Real Reel Talk - Horror Edition, host Josh Bell delivers an in-depth analysis of House (1986), the wildly ambitious horror film that blends haunted house scares, creature comedy, and surprisingly heavy themes of trauma, grief, and survivor's guilt. Directed by Steve Miner and featuring practical effects that give monsters unforgettable personality, House is a cult classic that refuses to play by any genre's rules—and that's exactly what makes it brilliant. Josh explores what s
Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (opens the original)
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In this episode of Real Reel Talk - Horror Edition, host Josh Bell delivers an in-depth analysis of Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (1986), Tobe Hooper's audacious sequel that abandons the original's gritty realism for something far more chaotic, satirical, and unhinged. This cult classic is loud, excessive, and deliberately uncomfortable—a gonzo horror experience that challenges every convention of the slasher genre while delivering biting commentary on capitalism, media, and the American family. Jos
Friday the 13th Part 6: Jason Lives (opens the original)
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In this episode of Real Reel Talk - Horror Edition, host Josh Bell delivers an in-depth review of Friday the 13th Part 6: Jason Lives (1986), the franchise entry that resurrected Jason Voorhees—literally—and transformed him from a mortal killer into a supernatural, unstoppable force. Directed by Tom McLaughlin, this film marks a pivotal shift in the series, embracing self-awareness, campy humor, and creative kills that would influence the meta-horror movement for decades to come. Josh explores t
Little Shop of Horrors (opens the original)
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In this episode of Real Reel Talk - Horror Edition, host Josh Bell delivers an in-depth analysis of Little Shop of Horrors (1986), the beloved horror musical that blends dark comedy, show-stopping songs, and some of the most complex practical puppetry ever achieved in cinema. Directed by Frank Oz with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman, this cult classic tells the story of Seymour Krelborn, a meek florist who discovers a mysterious plant with a taste for blood—and human flesh. Josh
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