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By Jensen & Courtney

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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (03)

The Fright CrewJan 10, 2024

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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (03)

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (03)

This week, on our final epside of The Fright Crew, Jensen decided to pull The Texas Chainsaw Massacre from 2003 directed by Marcus Nispel out of the Body Bag!

Thank you so so much to everyone who has ever listened to even a single episode, shared a post, read one of these, or supported us in any way. We had such a fun time with everyone and we love every single one of you!

Jan 10, 202457:20
Beetlejuice

Beetlejuice

This week on the podcast, Courtney decided, for her final pick, to pull Beetlejuice from 1988 directed by Tim Burton out of the Body Bag!

Jan 03, 202446:31
The Invisible Man (1933)

The Invisible Man (1933)

This week on the podcast, Jensen decided to pull The Invisible Man from 1933 directed by James Whale out of the Body Bag!

Dec 13, 202339:42
Fresh

Fresh

3 More to Go!

This week on the podcast, Courtney decided to pull Fresh from 2020 directed by Mimi Cave out of the Body Bag!

Nov 22, 202351:53
The Fright Crew Says Goodbye

The Fright Crew Says Goodbye

It is time; time for The Fright Crew to hang up the aprons and scalpels and retire from doing autopsies. We have talked it over and have come to the conclusion that it's time to call it quits from podcasting.

The two of us have decided to do a FINAL theme where we talk about our personal favorites; ones that we were never able to cover in the first place.

We love you.

Nov 15, 202330:52
Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet Frankenstein & Trick or Treat Scooby Doo!

Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet Frankenstein & Trick or Treat Scooby Doo!

There is no current theme, so instead Courtney finally had Jensen watch Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet Frankenstein and Jensen had the idea to make it a double feature with the new Trick or Treat Scooby Doo that came out last year only.

We talk about nostalgia and how quickly Halloween came and went this year. We also talk about Halloween candy near the end of the episode if you're here for that discussion.

We hope that you all have a safe and awesome Halloween! We love you!

Oct 31, 202359:31
Crimes of the Future (2022)

Crimes of the Future (2022)

The current theme is David Cronenberg and this week, we decided to pull Crimes of the Future from 2022 directed by David Cronenberg out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how strange this film is and how some of it, we honestly didn't really understand. But we also talk about how amazing David Cronenberg is so none of it really matters anyway.

Also, please make sure to not spill. Thanks.

Oct 18, 202345:11
Videodrome

Videodrome

The current theme is David Cronenberg and this week, Courtney decided to pull Videodrome from 1983 directed by David Cronenberg out of the Body Bag!

We talk about weird soup and we also talk about how weird and strange this film is honestly. We also talk about how weird the porn industry must be.

Also, Long Live the New Flesh of course!

Sep 27, 202349:16
The Brood

The Brood

The current theme is David Cronenberg and this week, Jensen decided to pull The Brood from 1979 directed by David Cronenberg out of the Body Bag!

First off, we have Jensen's friend from work on, Matt. He really loves Godzilla almost to the point that he would be down to give birth to a baby one of them! We also talk about how this is definitely one of Cronenberg's tamer movies out of the bunch.

Also, did you happen to grow up with one of those weird crystal ball things in your house? Because we think that it was mostly a white people thing to have lying around.

Sep 13, 202301:02:31
The Exorcist

The Exorcist

The current theme is Hey There, Demons. It's Me, Ya Boy and this week, we decided to pull The Exorcist from 1973 directed by William Friedkin out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how iconic this film actually is and how teenagers today would probably think that it's actually a pretty funny film. We also talk a little bit about the skeletons in our closets.

Also, we really think that you should go ahead and hit the buy now button on one of those Pope Dildos.

Aug 30, 202301:19:21
The Wailing

The Wailing

The current theme is Hey There, Demons. It's Me, Ya Boy and this week, Courtney decided to pull The Wailing from 2016 directed by Na Hong-jin our of the Body Bag!

We talk about how this film is long, but that you don't really feel the length while you're watching it. It's also a very fantastically shot film. And who would've thunk that some of that rain was fake?

Also, raise your hand if you love wild rice soup as much as we do!

Aug 23, 202353:27
The Demon (Il Demonio)

The Demon (Il Demonio)

The current theme is Hey There, Demons. It's Me, Ya Boy and this week, Jensen decided to pull The Demon (Il Demonio) from 1963 directed by Brunello Rondi out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how this movie sort of fits into this month's theme AND last month's as well. We also talk about living in Italy and all of it's beautiful yet very scary cliff-sides that people just seem to hang out on.

Also, don't bring port-a-potty juice anywhere near us. We will fight you.

Aug 09, 202342:27
The Blackwell Ghost 3 w/Whit

The Blackwell Ghost 3 w/Whit

This week on The Fright Crew, we decided to bring Whit on the podcast to talk about one of her favorites that she has been trying to get us to do for quite some time. Whit decided to pull The Blackwell Ghost 3 from 2019 directed by Turner Clay out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how many of these movies there are and how quite possibly, Whit should of had us watch more than one of these to get the full scope of the story. We also talk about if we think Mediums are real or not.

Also, this is the ultimate White People Doing White People Things episode!

Aug 02, 202359:13
Suspiria (1977)

Suspiria (1977)

The current theme is The Witching Hour, and this week we decided to pull Suspiria from 1977 directed by Dario Argento out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how fucking amazing this film looks and how we want our houses to have this lighting at all times. We also talk about how we miss the old blood that was more closely resembled to red paint than anything.

Also, stay Hershey's Strawberry Syrup!

Jul 26, 202352:23
The Love Witch

The Love Witch

The current theme is The Witching Hour, and this week Courtney decided to pull The Love Witch from 2016 directed by Anna Biller out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how the look of this film is unrivaled by any other modern film made to look like an older film. And we also talk about the problematic ass director.

Also, what exactly do men want? We think it's to bang.

Jul 19, 202357:05
The City of the Dead

The City of the Dead

The current theme is The Witching Hour, and this week Jensen decided to pull The City of the Dead from 1960 directed by John Llewellyn Moxey out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how this is so obviously a Jensen pick and for real how dreamy the town of Whitewood is. Jensen really wants his backyard to look like it. We also talk about what we did while we were on our month long break! Lots and lots of change for the two of us.

Also, virgin suicide girlies rule very hard.

Jul 12, 202301:01:05
Midsommar (Re-Animated)

Midsommar (Re-Animated)

This week, we're Re-Animating an old episode, Midsommar from 2019 directed by Ari Aster.

Jensen and Courtney decided to take a much needed month off of the pod this June but we also didn't want to leave you guys high and dry without listening to our beautiful voices. But don't worry, we will obviously miss all of you while we're gone too.

Enjoy our discussion on Midsommar which is one of Courtney's absolute favorite films ever!

Jun 21, 202301:18:48
Psycho (Re-Animated)

Psycho (Re-Animated)

This week, we're Re-Animating an old episode, Psycho from 1960 directed by Alfred Hitchcock!

Jensen and Courtney decided to take a much needed month off of the pod this June but we also didn't want to leave you guys high and dry without listening to our beautiful voices. But don't worry, we will obviously miss all of you while we're gone too.

Enjoy our discussion on Psycho which we discovered to be truthfully one of the most perfect films out there!

Jun 14, 202301:10:13
X (Re-Animated)

X (Re-Animated)

This week, we're Re-Animating an old episode, X from 2022 directed by Ti West!

Jensen and Courtney decided to take a much needed month off of the pod this June but we also didn't want to leave you guys high and dry without listening to our beautiful voices. But don't worry, we will obviously miss all of you while we're gone too.

Enjoy our discussion on X which was one of our favorites from the 2022 releases!

Jun 07, 202301:21:07
Clue w/Autopsy of a Horror Movie

Clue w/Autopsy of a Horror Movie

Reminder to everyone that we will be taking the month of June off. But don't fret, there will be some Re-Animations posted of some of our favorite episodes from the past. So you'll be okay. We promise. But we love you all, and we're pumped for once we get back!

This week on The Fright Crew, Brucker from Autopsy of a Horror Movie joins us! Brucker decided to pull Clue from 1985 directed by Jonathan Lynn out of the Body Bag and we sure have some things to say about this one!

We talk about why this is one of Brucker's favorite comfort films and if this movie holds up to today's standards. We also of course had to discuss what our favorite board games are/were when we were younger.

Also, who was the true killer? For real though, cause there's like 4 different endings to this flick.

Thank you again to Brucker from Autopsy of a Horror Movie for talking about this film!

May 31, 202301:33:08
Huesera: The Bone Woman

Huesera: The Bone Woman

This week on The Fright Crew, we decided to pull Huesera: The Bone Woman from 2022 directed by Michelle Garza Cervera out of the Body Bag!

We talk about Courtney's experience seeing this at 2022's Telluride Horror Show film fest and what the audience experience with it was like. We also talk about how deeply saddening this film is to us. We are both also super split on the ending of the film as to what it could all mean.

Also, if any of our audience are pregnant, we love and support you! You do you!

May 24, 202301:18:10
Eraserhead

Eraserhead

The current theme is David Lynch, and this week for our final installment into the theme, we decided to pull Eraserhead from 1977 directed by, of course, David Lynch out of the Body Bag!

We talk about what this films themes touch on and how bonkers it all is. We also talk about how good this film looks and how great all of the practical effects look and that we now understand why it took David Lynch so long to make it.

Also, Stay Sperm Wormy!

May 17, 202301:06:42
Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me

Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me

The current theme is David Lynch, and this week Jensen decided to pull Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me from 1992 directed by, of course, David Lynch out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how weird this dang movie is and how much the show actually explains a ton of all of the things that Jensen was incredibly confused about during the watch.

Also, something happens on the podcast that has never happened before!

May 03, 202301:17:02
Blue Velvet

Blue Velvet

This month's theme is David Lynch, and this week Courtney decided to pull Blue Velvet from 1986 directed by, of course, David Lynch out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how odd yet brilliant of a director that David Lynch is and how uncomfortable his films can feel. We also talk about how unhinged Frank is as a film villain. Maybe even one of the craziest we've ever seen honestly.

Also, who else watches POV porn like Courtney's Mom?

Apr 26, 202301:13:29
Skinamarink w/Homies of Horror

Skinamarink w/Homies of Horror

This week on the podcast, Erika and Roshane from Homies of Horror join us as we all decided to pull Skinamarink from 2023 directed by Kyle Edward Ball out of the Body Bag!

We talk a LOT about the length of this film and we also directly compare it the short that it was originally based off of Heck (2020) and how quite possibly, that was the length that it should have stayed at. We also talk about why these films continuously need to be made though, and why that is so important.

Also, we just want to thank Homies of Horror for hopping on with us once again, the 2 of them are absolute gems of humans and you need to go and support all that they do!

Apr 19, 202302:15:53
Army of Darkness

Army of Darkness

The current theme is A Knight's Tale, and this week we decided to pull Army of Darkness from 1992 directed by Sam Raimi out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how everyone seems to always compare this movie to Jensen's fav Braindead and how he disagrees. We also break topic for once and talk about different forms of Hot Pockets.

Also, who wants a cum soaked shirt?

Apr 12, 202356:59
The Green Knight

The Green Knight

The current theme is A Knight's Tale, and this week, Courtney decided to pull The Green Knight from 2021 directed by David Lowery out of the Body Bag!

We talk mostly about how Dev Patel is a human and how beautiful this movie looks. We also try to break down the plot and how modern the theme of it still may or may not be.

Also, big 'ol load of cum.

Mar 29, 202301:05:20
Tombs of the Blind Dead

Tombs of the Blind Dead

The current theme is A Knight's Tale, and this week, Jensen decided to pull Tombs of the Blind Dead from 1972 directed by Amando de Ossorio out of the Body Bag!

We talk about one very very important thing that made this film less than perfect easy to say. But we also talk about some of the scenes that were giving us Argento vibes for sure.

Also, I guess that Spain didn't believe in stunt doubles in the 70's, but DAMN!

Mar 08, 202354:34
Significant Other w/Swapping Horror Stories

Significant Other w/Swapping Horror Stories

This week on the podcast, Lauren and Caleb from Swapping Horror Stories join us and they decided to pull Significant Other from 2022 directed by Dan Berk and Robert Olsen out of the Body Bag!

We talk about Caleb being new to podcasting and we talk about how this movie is, at least in our opinion, a tad bit underrated compared to what we think about it.

We also touch on Jensen's Wart Trauma. I'm in therapy, I'm okay.

Mar 01, 202301:14:52
10 Things I Hate About You

10 Things I Hate About You

The current theme is Normie Month, where we are taking a quick break from Horror and just talking about some of our favorite Dramas. This week, we decided to pull one of our all time favorites 10 Things I Hate About You from 1999 directed by Gil Junger out of the Body Bag!

We have Jensen's wife Chanelle on for this one to help us talk about such a perfect film. For all of us, this film is just comforting and incredibly quotable, maybe too quotable honestly.

But tell me, do I have a dick on my face? I do, don't I?

Feb 22, 202345:54
Her

Her

The current theme is Normie Month, where we are taking a quick break from Horror and just talking about some of our favorite Dramas. This week, Jensen decided to pull Her from 2013 directed by Spike Jonze out of the Body Bag!

We have our buddy Roger on with us to discuss this film and we talk about how this film is literally poetry on screen. We also talk about how amazing the acting, the score and just...everything is in this film.

But hey, stay choking on dead cats!

Feb 15, 202301:10:26
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

The current theme is Normie Month, where we are taking a quick break from Horror and just talking about some of our favorite dramas. This week, Courtney decided to pull one of her all time favorites Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind from 2004 directed by Michel Gondry out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how amazing the cast is from this movie, how amazing the score/soundtrack is, and just how simply amazing this movie is.

We're not crying, you are.

Feb 08, 202356:58
Possession

Possession

The current theme is Pregnant With Grief and this week, we finally decided to pull Possession from 1981 directed by Andrzej Zulawski out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how simply amazing this movie is and how deeply saddening it is as well. We can't believe it took us this long to talk about the film, but here we are.

Also, tentacle sex is the best way to have sex.

Jan 25, 202301:06:43
Our 2022 Favorites & Discoveries!

Our 2022 Favorites & Discoveries!

We're finally back! We took a bit of a break as you may have noticed, and we wanted to spill the tea finally on everything that happened with horror movies in 2022!

We break down some of our favorites that were actually released in 2022 and of course, some of the ones that we just so happened to discover that wouldn't leave our brains.

We will be back next week with our episode on Possession to finish out the Pregnant With Grief theme!

We love all of you and thank you so much for such an amazing year. 

Jan 18, 202301:23:31
Inside (2007)

Inside (2007)

This month's theme is Pregnant With Grief and this week, Courtney decided to pull Inside from 2007 directed by Alexandre Bustillo and Julien Maury out of the Body Bag!

We also have our fantastic friend Roger back on to help us break down this insane flick!

We talk about how bad the American remake is of course, and how insanely gory this movie is. We also talk about how La Femme is absolutely terrifying.

Also, the pull out method works best.

Dec 21, 202201:10:13
Resurrection

Resurrection

This month's theme is Pregnant With Grief and this week, Jensen decided to pull Resurrection from 2022 directed by Andrew Semans out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how this movie is super duper heavy and how fantastic the acting is as well. We also talk about how probably this entire months will be rough for us, but you guys know how we do.

Also, gummy worm guts rule.

Dec 14, 202201:08:44
Rubber w/ WHITNEY!

Rubber w/ WHITNEY!

This month's theme is So Bad, It's Good and we decided to bring one of our favorite people on, Whit! You should know her brand so well by now that you would expect nothing less from her pulling Rubber from 2010 directed by Quentin Dupieux.

We all talk about how insane this flick is and how honestly upset Jensen is about it. We also talk about how none of it matters.

Also, Whit AND Courtney both want to die very badly I guess.

Dec 07, 202248:36
Hobo With a Shotgun

Hobo With a Shotgun

This month's theme is So Bad, It's Good and this week, Courtney decided to pull Hobo With a Shotgun from 2011 directed by Jason Eisner out of the Body Bag!

We talk about the very insanely bombastic dialogue in this flick and how honestly, the Hobo is pretty dang wholesome.

Also, we would probably eat broken glass for a few bucks as well. With inflation these days? C'mon man!

Nov 30, 202257:40
Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2

This month's theme is So Bad, It's Good and this week, Jensen decided to pull Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 from 2000 directed by Joe Berlinger out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how this movie makes absolutely no sense whatsoever. We also have to shit on Marilyn Manson yet again, because...ya know, the 2000's were a moment.

Also, that goth chick is really going for Courtney's brand.

Nov 23, 202251:06
Courtney's Telluride Horror Show Coverage + October Horror Releases!

Courtney's Telluride Horror Show Coverage + October Horror Releases!

Today on the pod, Courtney breaks down the movies that she was able to catch while at the amazing Telluride Horror Show. Which films does she recommend? What creators and films should be on your radar?

And if you stick around, the two of us break down majority of the horror releases that came out this October. Spoiler alert: there wasn't a whole lot that knocked us off of our feet sadly. But there's always next year.

Happy Halloween Everyone!

Oct 30, 202201:15:34
Frankenstein (1931)

Frankenstein (1931)

This month, we don't really have a theme other than just the fact that we wanted to do some of our favorites for the month of October! And so, this week, Jensen decided to pull Frankenstein from 1931 directed by James Whale out of the Body Bag!

We talk a little about how amazing this movie looks and how we both for real want our homes to look like Frankenstein's lab. We also talk about how sincerely tragic this entire story is and how bad we feel for the Monster.

Also, we ship the hell out of movies with an 1 and 10 minute run time. More of those please!

Oct 19, 202257:38
Trick 'r Treat

Trick 'r Treat

This month, we don't really have a theme other than just the fact that we wanted to do some of favorites for the month of October! And so, this week, Courtney decided to pull Trick 'r Treat from 2007 directed by Mike Dougherty out of the Body Bag!

We talk a little about how fricken' cute Sam is with or without his mask honestly. We also talk about which of these stories are our favorites, turns out both of ours match up. What else is new?

Also, why the hell does Courtney need 4 different costumes for this spooky season? We aren't entirely sure, but also, we're here to support her. And let's support her bank account by donating to her gofundme.

Oct 12, 202201:03:39
Braindead/Dead Alive

Braindead/Dead Alive

This month's theme is Fucked up Favorites and this week, Jensen decided to pull a movie that he mentions all too much, Braindead/Dead Alive from 1992 directed by Sir Peter Jackson out of the Body Bag!

We talk about the insane amount of creamy blood used in this film and talk about how adorable Lionel and Paquita are together. We also compare Courtney's pick from last week to this film a lot just due to the fact that they are in some strange ways, a little similar. Except you know...the couple in this film actually survive unlike in Basket Case.

Also, subscribe to Baby Selwyn's OnlyFans.

Oct 05, 202201:07:43
Basket Case

Basket Case

This month's theme is Fucked up Favorites and this week, Courtney decided to pull one of her absolute favorites Basket Case from 1982 directed by Frank Henenlotter out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how incredible all of the characters in this film are and how much we genuinely sympathize with Belial. For real, fuck those doctors and especially fuck the father of Duane and Belial.

But also, stinky cum chair.

Sep 28, 202201:03:14
Student Bodies

Student Bodies

This month's theme is Back to School and this week, we decided to pull Student Bodies from 1981 sort of directed by Mickey Rose out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how stupid this film is and how we honestly feel like we wasted our time with it. But whatever, even the original director wanted nothing to do with it so he passed it on to the Screenwriter.

Horse Head Bookend.

Sep 14, 202248:53
Jennifer's Body

Jennifer's Body

This month's theme is Back to School and this week, Courtney decided to pull Jennifer's Body from 2009 directed by Karyn Kusama out of the Body Bag!

We also have Chanelle, Jensen's wife on this episode. We all talk about how how Adam Brody is, but also how sadly problematic; yet also so weird a lot of the language form this flick is. 

Also, we stan the hell out of black sludge coming out of your mouth after eating a Boston Market rotisserie chicken for dinner.

Sep 07, 202201:07:37
The Faculty

The Faculty

This month's theme is Back to School and this week, Jensen decided to pull The Faculty from 1998 directed by Robert Rodriguez out of the Body Bag!

We talk about how giant the cast of this film was, and how the CGI surprisingly holds up after all of these years. But we also talk about how horrible all of these teens are to each other and how Josh Hartnett had something going on with his hair during the 90's we guess.

Also, my monkey made me do it.

Aug 24, 202201:15:43
Alone w/Swapping Horror Stories

Alone w/Swapping Horror Stories

This week on the podcast, we had Lauren from Swapping Horror Stories on and she decided that she wanted to talk about Alone from 2020 directed by John Hyams!

We talk about the uncomfortable vibe that this movie puts off, and we also wonder if we would have done anything differently then Jess did? Would you honestly?

Also, goat cheese is the king of all cheeses.

Aug 17, 202201:18:14
X

X

This month's theme is Destination Disaster and this week we decided to have our friend Roger join us to discuss X from 2022 directed by Ti West!

We talk about time jumping in film, and we also reveal that Courtney AND Jensen both don't really care for Jenna Ortega like everyone else does.

Also, Brittany Snow fucking rules!

Aug 03, 202201:21:07
Us

Us

This month's theme is Destination Disaster and Jensen decided to pull Us from 2019 directed by Jordan Peele out of the Body Bag!

We talk about the immense amount of symbolism within this entire film, even if some of it is a bit convoluted. And we talk a little about annoying scraggly voices.

Also, we ship the hell out of Tim Heidecker and Elizabeth Moss.

Jul 27, 202201:09:11