The Rotting Brain Podcast
The Rotting Brain Podcast
Dead Vision Productions
The Rotting Brain Podcast is dedicated to the celebration and analysis of all aspects of the horror entertainment. Films, TV, literature, we’ll cover it as long as it keeps you up at night. All horror, all the time. Hosted by Sam and Lucky of Dead Vision Productions.
Ep. 23: Horror Cameos
"If I won't be myself, who will?" - Alfred Hitchcock. Join Lucky and Sam and they explore the strange and wonderful world of the cameo. From directors in their own movies like Hitchcock and Cronenberg, to horror icons giving fans a wink and a nod like Hodder and Scrimm. Cameos are shared language between the filmmaker and their audience and the horror genre gives a perfect backdrop from some of the most iconic examples. Listen up!WEEKLY RECOMMENDATIONS:The Terror - https://www.amc.com/shows/the-terrorLos Espookys - https://www.hbo.com/los-espookysFOLLOW US!!!Twitter - @TheDeadVisionInstagram - @deadvisionproductionsFacebook - @deadvisionproductions
Jul 8, 2019
50 min
Ep. 22: Hidden Gems PART II
"Horror is a reaction; it's not a genre." - John Carpenter. Join Lucky has he, once again, dives into the crypt of his horror movie habits and picks 5 more underrated and unknown gems. Our first PART II. We're on our way to a franchise. Enjoy!WEEKLY RECCOMENDATION:https://www.shudder.com/movies/watch/boar/4772806FOLLOW US!!!!Instagram - @deadvisionproductionsTwitter - @TheDeadVisionFacebook - @deadvisionproductions  
Jul 1, 2019
26 min
Ep. 21: UPDATE
Lucky gives a quick update on life at the Dead Vision Production camp and the company's new film, KINDNESS OF STANGERS. Coming soon. 
Jun 24, 2019
11 min
Ep. 20: Franchises
"Horror is like a serpent; always shedding it's skin, always changing. And it will always come back." - Dario Argento. On this 20th episode of The Rotting Brain Podcast, Sam and Lucky dive deep into horror franchises. From Friday the 13th to Critters. Phantasm to Vomit Gore. Get ready for lots of installments and even more kills. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you might throw up. Don't miss this episode! WEEKLY RECCOMENDATIONS:Nightmare University - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1-nightmare-university-the-year-of-aquatic-horrors/id1461769024?i=1000437030960Chernobyl - https://www.hbo.com/chernobylFOLLOW US!!Twitter - @TheDeadVisionInstagram - @deadvisionproductionsFacebook - @deadvisionproductions 
Jun 17, 2019
1 hr 9 min
Ep. 19: Sci-Fi Horror
“Searchers after horror haunt strange, far places.” - H.P. Lovecraft. Join Lucky and Sam and they journey through time and space to bring you their favorites in the sci-fi horror genre. From classics like Event Horizon and They Live to cult gems like Terrorvision and Under the Skin. Lots of aliens on this episode. Lots.WEEKLY RECOMENDATIONS:Visitations - https://www.shudder.com/series/watch/visitations-with-elijah-wood-and-daniel-noah/4952136?season=1.The Perfection - https://www.netflix.com/title/80211638FOLLOW US!!!Twitter - @TheDeadVisionInstagram - @deadvisionproductionsFacebook - @deadvisionproductions
Jun 10, 2019
58 min
Ep. 18: Wes Craven
“The first monster that must frighten an audience in a horror film is the filmmaker himself” - Wes Craven. Join Lucky and Sam as they pay tribute to one of the true masters of horror. From his work in TV to the timeless movies we all know and love. This is one you do not want to miss. And whatever you do...Don’t. Fall. Asleep.WEEKLY RECOMMENDATIONS:Beast - https://www.shudder.com/movies/watch/beast/4695227Seven Deadly Pins - @seven_deadly_pins FOLLOW US!! Instagram - @deadvisionproductions Twitter - @TheDeadVision Facebook - @deadvisionproductions
Jun 3, 2019
1 hr 7 min
Ep. 17: Horror Scores
"Music and cinema fit together naturally. Because there's a kind of intrinsic musicality to the way moving images work when they're put together. It's been said that cinema and music are very close as art forms, and I think that's true." - Martin Scorcese. Join Lucky and Sam as they break out their 80's synths and dive deep into the world of horror scores. From Frizzi to Williams. Carpenter to Goblin. We explore one of the most important and artistic pieces of horror cinema and film in general. Take a listen!WEEKLY RECCOMENDATIONSThe Director's Cut by Fantomas - https://open.spotify.com/album/2jDzhDqU9ZzZ3iHkCtY0RhVinegar Syndrome - https://vinegarsyndrome.com/FOLLOW US!!Instagram - @deadvisionproductionsTwitter - @TheDeadVisionFacebook - @deadvisionproductions 
May 27, 2019
1 hr 2 min
Ep. 16: Religious Horror
"...You don't know a damn thing, and neither do I. Nobody knows if there's an afterlife, a heaven or hell. What is our purpose here? Nobody knows that! We have no idea!" - William Friedkin. Grab your crucifix and beads and join Lucky and Sam as they enter the church of religios horror. They discuss what makes a good religious horror film, list some gems, and even have a surprise visit from Jim Jones. You don't want to miss this one!WEEKLY RECCOMENDATIONSChannel Zero - https://www.shudder.com/series/watch/channel-zero/4269663?season=1Eli Roth's History of Horror - https://www.shudder.com/series/watch/amc-visionaries-eli-roths-history-of-horror/4704999?season=1FOLLOW US!!Instagram - @deadvisionproductionsTwitter - @TheDeadVisionFacebook - @deadvisionproductions
May 20, 2019
54 min
Ep. 15: Remakes
"Sometimes people are just clueless as to why they are remaking [a film]. They are remaking it because of the sucess, because of the title, and they end up making movies that are unwatchable." - Alex Aja. A remake of one of your favorite films doesn't have to be a crushing blow to the genre. It can sometimes be a great way to rediscover why you love it in the first place! Join Sam and Lucky as they dive deep into their favorite horror remakes and what makes them so enjoyable. There are some good titles on this list so listen up. Someone remake this episdoe in like 10 years, okay?WEEKLY RECCOMENDATIONSBeyond the Black Rainbow - https://www.shudder.com/movies/watch/beyond-the-black-rainbow/2325106Possum - https://www.amazon.com/Possum-Sean-Harris/dp/B07HNJQRGQFOLLOW US!! Instagram - @deadvisionproductionsTwitter - @TheDeadVisionFacebook - @deadvisionproductions
May 13, 2019
1 hr 3 min
Ep. 14: Hidden Gems
"I don't make crappy movies. I spend two or three years making a film. I don't take myself seriously, but I take my movies very seriously." - Lloyd Kaufman. With so many horror movies being made in the glorious golden age we live in, it's not surprising that some slip through the cracks of the public eye. But that doesn't mean they arent worthy of a watch. Join us as we picks 5 hidden genre gems that we think deserve more conversation. There are wayyyyyy more than that but we had to start somewhere. WEEKLY RECOMMENDATIONS:https://www.fxnetworks.com/shows/what-we-do-in-the-shadowsFOLLOW US!!!Instagram - @deadvisionproductionsTwitter - @TheDeadVisionFacebook - @deadvisionproductions
May 6, 2019
42 min
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