In this episode, we return to our usual format as your hosts struggle with the post-Halloween blues. We tackle our malaise the only way we know how: by watching a potential hidden gem with some disturbing content. So join us as we check out Richard Bates Jr.’s Excision from 2012. Jason champions the film’s strong acting across the board. Dustin finds himself torn between his appreciation for the film’s themes and frustration at its overall execution. But before all that, we wrap up our October watches and dish on some of our non-film Halloween activities. And so much more!
Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com)
What We’ve Been Watching:
-Jason: Man Finds Tape (2025) & Whistle (2025) & Hokum (2026) & Boorman and the Devil (2026)
-Dustin: American Psycho (2000) & Frankenstein (1931) & The Wolf Man (1941) & Repo! The Genetic Opera (2008) & Rosemary’s Baby (1968) & Spookies (1986) & Halloween (1976) & Idle Hands (1999) & Colony (2026) & KPop Demon Hunters (2025)
Show Notes:
–Excision Trailer
–Go check out all the other fine shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network
–Go check out Bloodlust and Bourbon: A Horror Movie Podcast
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Gamer (2009)
