Happy Halloween! The Filmlosophers are capping off Cosmic Horror-Tastic Month with the ultimate descent into cinematic madness: a review of John Carpenter's chilling 1995 masterpiece, "In the Mouth of Madness"!
Hosts Eddie and Spencer, and Intern Manager/Managing Intern Amy will dissect Carpenter's final installment in his Apocalypse Trilogy, exploring how the film blurs the lines between fiction and reality, sanity and delusion. They'll dive into the Lovecraftian themes, the brilliant ambiguity of the plot, and the unsettling idea that the world is being rewritten around us.
But there's a miracle to celebrate this Halloween: Spencer is officially cured of his inner Grinch! The crew discusses how Spencer has finally seen the light this month, embracing his newfound love for remarkable horror films and shaking off his aversion to the genre, proving that even the most skeptical viewers can be converted by a true cinematic masterwork.
Join us for a terrifying, insightful, and celebratory finale to the spooky season!
So pull up a chair, grab your popcorn, and tune in to this week's special Halloween episode of The Filmlosophers!
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