The Nocturnal Critic

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  1. 3d ago

    Halloween Special: Deep-dive into horror films!

    What makes a horror film truly terrifying, and what keeps us coming back for more? In this Halloween special, I’m joined by my guest Amartya for a deep dive into the fascinating world of horror cinema. From cult horror classics that have left an indelible mark on the genre to recent releases and emerging trends, we explore how horror has evolved, what makes certain films timeless, and how filmmakers continue to reinvent the art of fear. We also discuss the current state of horror cinema, its changing themes and storytelling techniques, and indulge in a little speculation about where the genre might be headed in the near future. So, whether you're a fan of psychological thrillers, supernatural nightmares, slasher flicks, or downright disturbing cinema, there's something here for every horror aficionado. Put on your headphones, turn down the lights, and join us for a Halloween conversation that's all about celebrating the genre we love to be terrified by! Happy Halloween! 0:05:00 - The Exorcist 0:16:46 - Mike Flanagan's 'Exorcist' 0:21:53 - Videodrome 0:38:10 - Brahmayugam and Mammootty's ingenious character choices 0:47:46 - Resident Evil 1:00:23 - Clayface 1:15:57 - Send Help 1:20:47 - Lee Cronin's Mummy 1:33:27 - A24 and its garbage outputs 1:36:03 - Tu Yaa Main 1:38:22 - Indian cinema's condescending attitude towards horror genre 1:43:14 - RGV's horror reinvention 1:49:38- Anurag Kashyap's YouTube channel 1:50:35 - Upcoming horror releases 1:53:17 - Outro! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenocturnalcritic Follow our guest, Amartya on- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amartya25 Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/MDpr Substack: https://amartyaacharya.substack.com/ Follow our host on- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_tentinquarantino_ Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/fazr Episode art courtesy: https://davelowe.blogspot.com/2011/05/return-of-boogeyman.html

    Halloween Special: Deep-dive into horror films!

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