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Alyse and Kristen dive into the delightfully campy, fiercely dark 1989 satirical comedy She-Devil. When suburban housewife Ruth Patchett (Roseanne Barr) discovers her slimy accountant husband is cheating on her with glamorous, romance-novelist Mary Fisher (Meryl Streep), she systematically sets out to destroy his home, his family, his career, and his freedom. Join us as…

On today’s episode, Alyse and Kristen are joined by fantasy author Jon David to dive into the film that changed summer blockbusters forever: Jaws (1975). Join us as we discuss what happens when an anxious police chief, a nerdy marine biologist, and a grizzled seafaring captain team up for the ultimate offshore showdown with a…

In this episode, Alyse and Kristen dive into Ari Aster’s unsettling folk horror masterpiece Midsommar (2019). From its breathtaking visuals and disturbing rituals to its themes of grief, relationships, and belonging, we unpack what makes this daylight nightmare so unforgettable. Join us as we explore the symbolism, shocking moments, and lingering questions that have kept…

This week on Dreadful Dialogue, Alyse and Kristen take a dreadful sidestep away from their usual horror fare to revisit the 1987 comedy classic Summer School. Between Freddy Shoop’s chaotic teaching style and the film’s surprisingly fun horror nods, including Chainsaw and Dave’s obsession with all things gory and grotesque! The ladies will be diving…

This week Alyse and Kristen dive into the eerie world of Jordan Peele’s Nope (2022), unpacking the film’s unsettling themes, hidden meanings, and unforgettable moments. From spectacle and obsession to the terror lurking above the clouds, join as we discuss what makes Nope such a unique modern horror experience. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com www.dreadfuldialogue.com IG: @dreadfuldialoguepodcast Want…

Alyse and Kristen as they dive into Carrie, the iconic 1976 horror classic that turned prom night into pure chaos. From telekinetic terror and horrendous high school bullies to a pair of “dirty pillows,” the ladies unpack the film’s unforgettable moments, lasting legacy, and why Carrie still shocks audiences today. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com www.dreadfuldialogue.com IG: @dreadfuldialoguepodcast…

Alyse and Kristen chat about the 2005 remake of House of Wax. Between the gruesome body horror and the iconic 2000s aesthetic, we’re questioning every character’s survival instincts (or lack thereof). Come for the Paris Hilton nostalgia; stay for the laughs and the peanut butter wax. That’s hot! Music: https://www.purple-planet.com www.dreadfuldialogue.com IG: @dreadfuldialoguepodcast Want to support the…

Join Alyse and Kristen as they sit down with indie filmmaker Jim Towns, the creative mind behind Mercy and The Beast Inside. They discuss his journey in independent horror, the art of his unique storytelling, and the passion it takes to bring bold visions to life on screen. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com www.dreadfuldialogue.com IG: @dreadfuldialoguepodcast Want to support the…

How does a movie with zero actual trolls—and a title like Troll 2—become a massive cult classic? This week, we’re diving into the absurdity, the neon-green food, and the sheer accidental magic that turned this “flop” into one of the craziest movies we’ve covered yet. Welcome to Nilbog! Music: https://www.purple-planet.com www.dreadfuldialogue.com IG: @dreadfuldialoguepodcast Want to support the…

Join us as we dissect the 1998 sci-fi horror cult classic, The Faculty. We’re chatting about the stacked 90s cast, how this movie is essentially The Breakfast Club with a body count, and why a certain powdered caffeine was the ultimate alien deterrent. Does it still hold up? We’re diving in to find out. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com…