Scratching the Surface

Scratching the Surface

A Horror Movie Podcast

Episodes 43
Avg. Duration 44m
Activity Dormant
Since Oct 2023
Latest Episode Jul 2025

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Weekly
Format
Episodic
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About This Podcast

Welcome horror fans! This is Scratching the Surface, a horror movie podcast. Like you, we fell in love with this genre of film; one that lies at the foundation of cinema itself. Whether you’re wanting to relive a classic, experience a new release, or anything in between, you can find it here.

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Recent Episodes

#42 - 28 Years Later

Jul 18, 2025 18m

Alex Garland and Danny Boyle are back with their sequel to 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later. In this episode we discuss the film's best and worst moments and decide whether this entry to the…

#41 - Bring Her Back

Jun 18, 2025 22m

Michael and Danny Philippou follow up their wildly successful horror film Talk to Me with a terrifying story centered on grief and loss. What were your thoughts on Bring Her Back?

#40 - Final Destination: Bloodlines

May 23, 2025 12m

The newest installment in the Final Destination Franchise certainly surprises, but just how good was it? RIP Tony Todd, a true legend of horror.

#39 - Clown in a Cornfield

May 13, 2025 10m

Frendo is on the loose in this modern day slasher directed by Eli Craig, based on the 2020 novel from Adam Cesare. Does Clown in a Cornfield bring anything new to the table or is it just a standard…

#38 - Until Dawn

May 13, 2025 9m

Met with criticism leading up to its release, "Until Dawn" had a lot to live up to. Did it meet expectations, or was this another failed video game adaptation?

#37 - Sinners

Apr 29, 2025 15m

With Sinners , director Ryan Coogler gives us a horror story steeped in African American culture, and set during the Jim Crow Era.

#36 - The Woman in the Yard

Apr 25, 2025 9m

Rule of thumb when writing a script: don't toy with your audience. Apparently, writer Sam Stefanak did not get this memo, and the result was dissatisfied viewers. Film is subjective though, and you…

#35 - The Monkey

Apr 25, 2025 9m

Writer/director Oz Perkins is on a roll with his second horror film in two years. Last year we got Longlegs, and this year we got The Monkey. There's been some divisiveness surrounding The Monkey…

#34 - Latest Horror Reviews

Mar 02, 2025 13m

Four recent horror movies I’ve seen with a brief summary and review for each. This episode does contain spoilers!00:00 Intro 00:42 Nosferatu 05:21 Wolf Man 08:13 Presence11:36 Companion

#33 - History of Nosferatu

Dec 26, 2024 14m

In this episode we take a closer look at Nosferatu, a story and character that kick started the horror genre.  ____________________ Episode Content 00:00 Intro  01:17 Nosferatu A Symphony of…

#32 - Heretic

Nov 10, 2024 30m

One of the most compelling horror movies of 2024, Heretic gives viewers an introspective story on the history of religion, good and the bad. ____________________ Episode Content 00:00 Intro and…

#31 - Halloween

Nov 03, 2024 33m

To wrap up the month of October we revisit the 1978 classic, Halloween. This one set the pace for many slasher films to follow and will forever hold a place in the horror genre.…

#30 - Terrifier 3

Oct 13, 2024 11m

The highly anticipated Terrifier 3 provides plenty of the gore we've come to know from this franchise, but when does it become too much?

#29 - Speak No Evil

Oct 08, 2024 29m

STS starts the month of October off with the American version of Speak No Evil, a tense thriller with a terrifyingly good performance from James McAvoy. ____________________ Episode Content 00:00…

#28 - Jeepers Creepers

Aug 13, 2024 30m

Jeepers Creepers is a cult classic, with some great characters and a villian you won't forget. For new and old fans, it's a fun one to revisit. ____________________ Episode Content 00:00…

#27 - Jaws

Jun 21, 2024 31m

Iconic characters and moments with enough one-liners to fill the whole damn boat, Jaws is a masterpiece. During the episode we reflect on what made this film an instant classic and why it still holds…

#26 - In a Violent Nature

Jun 07, 2024 24m

The new release of In a Violent Nature gave us something fresh and new to immerse ourselves in, and there was no shortage of good kills! Yet, there were some bold choices that did not sit well with…

#25 - Alien

May 30, 2024 33m

STS hit 25 episodes. Thanks to anyone who's listened to us so far. You rock! To celebrate, we've covered the Sci-Fi/Horror powerhouse, Alien. Join us as we revisit LV-426 with the Nostromo crew, and…

#24 - The Texas Chainsaw Massacre

Apr 30, 2024 50m

Who will survive and what will be left of them? This one is a bonafide classic in horror and one of the truest of the backwoods subgenre. During the episode we discuss the essence of Texas that is…

#23 - The First Omen

Apr 13, 2024 53m

It appears Catholic horror is the theme of 2024 for the genre, and we're here for it! During #23 we go in-depth on the details of this crazy plot, talk about the healthy dose of gothic flavor, and…

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