In this episode, we dive back into the listener suggestion pile to guide our focus back into the world of extreme horror. Consider this your content warning and brace yourselves as we tackle another of the all-time heavy hitters of extreme horror. Join us as we check out Pascal Laugier’s Martyrs from 2008. Jason breaks down the New French Extremity movement while Dustin offers a very sobering first-time watch take on the film. But before all that, we’ve got some Thanksgiving-time viewings and a special extended discussion on Urotsukidoji as Dustin runs down the sequels. And so much more!
Special thanks to Elena for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at genreexposure@gmail.com or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation.
Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com)
What We’ve Been Watching:
-Jason: Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers (1988) & Good Boy (2025) & The Shrouds (2024) & The Last Thanksgiving (2020)
-Dustin: The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025) & The Last Thanksgiving (2020) & Blood Rage (1987) & Urotsukidoji II: Legend of the Demon Womb (1991) & Urotsukidoji III: Return of the Overfiend (1993) & Urotsukidoji IV: Inferno Road (1995) & Urotsukidoji V: The Final Chapter (1996)
Show Notes:
–Martyrs Trailer
–Go check out all the other fine shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network
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Next Time:
Love & Peace (2015)
