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Clever Ghouls: The Podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a bi-weekly show with lots of sprinkled in minisodes dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, science, education, fashion, design, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky(ish) movies we love.

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Tyler's Bullshit 1:05:16

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Send us a text We're back, baby! In this episode, the Ghoulies talk about the delectable death cult in The Menu, the 2022 American black comedy horror that's all about the details of some of the most delicious dishes we've ever seen. We'll discuss the (sometimes ethical) consumption of art, class warfare (eat the rich), and OF COURSE the food. We hope you're hungry for a juicy episode! The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, public education, mysticism, mythos, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky movies we love. Tune in on your favorite podcast hosting platform to listen along, join the conversation, and chime in with your own observations! Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform through our handle: @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review. Or we’ll haunt you forever. Thanks for listening!…

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They Live | Ray-Bans & Reaganomics 1:03:13

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Send us a text In this episode of Clever Ghouls, the Ghouls have come here to chew bubble gum and kick ass...and they're all out of bubble gum. Join them as they discuss John Carpenter's "They Live". This movie is filled with Alien Shades and Capitalist MasqueradesTM, and lots of deep commentary on consumerism, media control, socioeconomic inequality and soooo much more. "They Live", directed by John Carpenter and released in 1988, is a sci-fi horror film that follows the story of a drifter who stumbles upon a pair of special sunglasses that reveal a hidden reality. We talk about topics like consumerism and mass media manipulation, social and economic inequality, social pacification, class divide, obedience and resistance, fear of and the pressure to obey authority figures, and resistance and empowerment. There are way too many references to fit into the allowed word count of this description. So I created a Google Doc with them all if you would like to peruse them and learn some things. The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, public education, mysticism, mythos, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky movies we love. Tune in on your favorite podcast hosting platform to listen along, join the conversation, and chime in with your own observations! Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform through our handle: @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review. Or we’ll haunt you forever. Thanks for listening!…

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Reality Bites | Dystopian Predictions Come True in "They Live" | Minisode w/ Maegan 11:07

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Send us a text When They Live first came out, it was not particularly well received. Critics said the writing was clunky, the music was too repetitive, the acting was too melodramatic, and most ironically, the storyline was entirely too far-fetched and improbable. My how times have changed. Or…haven’t changed. Released in 1988, this science fiction thriller remarkably predicted several aspects of our modern world. From the control of media to the manipulation of consumerism, "They Live" presents a dystopian landscape that feels eerily relevant and serves as a powerful critique of contemporary society. References: https://atlantamission.org/the-hidden-homeless-what-youre-not-seeing-in-the-statistics/ The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, public education, mysticism, mythos, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky movies we love. Tune in on your favorite podcast hosting platform to listen along, join the conversation, and chime in with your own observations! Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform through our handle: @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review. Or we’ll haunt you forever. Thanks for listening!…

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Rocky Horror Picture Show | Rose Tints My World 46:01

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Send us a text On this episode, the Clever Ghouls tap-dancing across time and space to talk about The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the 1975 cult classic comedy horror musical written by Richard O’Brien and directed by Jim Sharman. We dig into topics like gender and sexual fluidity, some etymology and history of our language for the queer community, Maegan walks us through drag, Prudish AmericansTM and our hangup with sex during the sexual revolution of the 70s, and some meta commentary about B movies. It’s a sexy, sultry, slutty, and all around smutty good time! The Rocky Horror Picture Show is tame AF, at least by this podcast’s standards, however it IS rated R by the Motion Picture Association for sexual content. There’s also some instances of coercion, as well as a lack of consent in sexual situations. And references to one character in particular being a drug addict and a brief, but nevertheless present, implication of cannibalism.Oh yeah, and someone gets murdered. And a trigger warning for transphobia and homophobia during this episode. While this movie doesn't really touch on these subjects, our conversations will. Including me talking about some really problematic and harmful things the movie’s writer has said . This episode has a few minisodes to accompany it, so definitely take some time to listen to those for even MORE in-depth content! Obscurity to Adoration: The History of Cult Films | Minisode w/ Maegan Queer Loves Fear: The Relationship between the Queer Community & Horror | Minisode w/ Maegan The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, public education, mysticism, mythos, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky movies we love. Tune in on your favorite podcast hosting platform to listen along, join the conversation, and chime in with your own observations! Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform through our handle: @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review. Or we’ll haunt you forever. Thanks for listening!…

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Obscurity to Adoration: The History of Cult Films | Minisode w/ Maegan 5:25

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Send us a text Cult films, a genre characterized by their devoted fan base and unconventional appeal, have carved a unique place in the history of cinema. This minisode with Maegan digs into the fascinating and ever-evolving world of cult films; tracing their origins, exploring their defining characteristics, and examining the factors that contribute to their enduring popularity. From underground gems to mainstream successes, cult films have captivated audiences, defying traditional conventions and leaving an indelible mark on the film industry. The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, public education, mysticism, mythos, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky movies we love. Tune in on your favorite podcast hosting platform to listen along, join the conversation, and chime in with your own observations! Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform through our handle: @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review. Or we’ll haunt you forever. Thanks for listening!…

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Your Unlucky Day: The History of Friday the 13th | Minisode w/ Maegan 5:41

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Send us a text When it comes to bad luck, there are few superstitions as pervasive in Western culture as that of Friday the 13th. Like crossing paths with a black cat and breaking a mirror, the notion of a day that can bring misfortune is deeply embedded (even if believers can’t quite explain why). Join Maegan in this minisode as she briefly walks you through the history of this day; including its surprisingly feminist roots. The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, public education, mysticism, mythos, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky movies we love. Tune in on your favorite podcast hosting platform to listen along, join the conversation, and chime in with your own observations! Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform through our handle: @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review. Or we’ll haunt you forever. Thanks for listening!…

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Midsommar [Pt 1] | Girl...Good For You... 54:01

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Send us a text On this episode, the Ghouls discuss the unsettling masterpiece that is "Midsommar." Directed by Ari Aster in 2019, this modern horror gem takes us far from the familiar jump scares and dark alleys, into the blinding daylight of a secluded Scandinavian commune. The chirping of birds and the warmth of the sun may seem inviting, but underneath lies a tale of ancient rituals, psychological torment, and a unique brand of horror that lingers long after the credits roll. This movie is an exploration of grief, culture clash, toxic relationships, and the thin line between tradition and madness. In part 1 of our Midsommar episode, we dig into themes like trauma, grief, social dynamics, group think, and even some color analysis. Tune into part 2 for a deeper dive into things brains and psychology! The diegetic flute music you hear in this episode is from the movie when they first enter the Hagra, and it was played by Maegan. This episode has LOTS of minisodes to accompany it, so definitely take some time to listen to those for even MORE in-depth content! Modern Madness: Misrepresentation of Mental Illness in Horror | Minisode w/ Maegan Monsters are Good For Us: Grief & Mourning Through Horror | Minisode w/ Maegan Electric Meatballs: Brain Anatomy & How the Brain Works | Minisode w/ Maegan Unveiling the Dark Depths: The History of Psychological Horror | Minisode w/ Maegan If you or a loved one are struggling, do not hesitate to reach out to the number below for help. SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357) (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service), or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, public education, mysticism, mythos, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky movies we love. Tune in on your favorite podcast hosting platform to listen along, join the conversation, and chime in with your own observations! Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform through our handle: @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review. Or we’ll haunt you forever. Thanks for listening!…

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Midsommar [Pt 2] | Brains Be Brainin' 43:47

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Send us a text On Part 2 of the Midsommar epsiode, the Ghouls dig into all things brain. Join us as we take time to talk about the (mis)representation of mental illness in film, how we relate to Dani and why she felt like realistic representation, how trauma affects our brains, the importance of support systems, and so much more. Note from Maegan : Everything we are going to talk about are complex mental health conditions, and diagnosing it based solely on character behavior in a work of fiction can be challenging. The characters are intentionally complex and morally ambiguous. While they may display certain traits, the film's primary focus is on the disturbing rituals and events in the community rather than providing a clinical exploration of personality disorders. Additionally, diagnosing fictional characters with specific mental disorders is a subjective interpretation and may not align with a clinical diagnosis. I have advanced degrees in psychology and used to work as a registered therapist, so we’re going to navigate this ethically and at a high level being careful to not armchair diagnose. The diegetic flute music you hear in this episode is from the movie when they first enter the Hagra and it was played by Maegan. This episode has minisodes to accompany it, so definitely take some time to listen to those for even MORE in-depth content! Modern Madness: Misrepresentation of Mental Illness in Horror | Minisode w/ Maegan Monsters are Good For Us: Grief & Mourning Through Horror | Minisode w/ Maegan Electric Meatballs: Brain Anatomy & How the Brain Works | Minisode w/ Maegan Unveiling the Dark Depths: The History of Psychological Horror | Minisode w/ Maegan If you or a loved one are struggling, do not hesitate to reach out to the number below for help. SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357) (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service), or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, public education, mysticism, mythos, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky movies we love. Tune in on your favorite podcast hosting platform to listen along, join the conversation, and chime in with your own observations! Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform through our handle: @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review. Or we’ll haunt you forever. Thanks for listening!…

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Hereditary [Pt 1] | Don’t Lose Your Head 1:15:21

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Send us a text On this episode, the Clever Ghouls discuss Hereditary, the 2018 psychological supernatural horror film written and directed by Ari Aster. Hereditary explores the lives of Annie, Peter, Charlie, and Steve as they navigate some suspicious activity following the death of Annie’s mother, Ellen. Join us as we take a closer look at this film and talk about themes such as generational trauma, epigenetics, existential vulnerability, grief, and the representation of the divine feminine. This film is rated R for horror violence, disturbing images, language, drug use, and brief graphic nudity. For more information we invite you to visit Hereditary’s listing on DoesTheDogDie.com. This episode has minisodes to accompany it, so definitely take some time to listen to those for even MORE in-depth content! The Body Never Forgets: Epigenetics & Generational Trauma w/ Maegan Mommy Dearest: Mothers, Motherhood & Maternal Portrayal in Horror w/ Maegan & guest Sarah Billings Monsters are Good For Us: Grief & Mourning Through Horror w/ Maegan Modern Madness: Misrepresentation of Mental Illness in Horror w/ Maegan The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, public education, mysticism, mythos, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky movies we love. Tune in on your favorite podcast hosting platform to listen along, join the conversation, and chime in with your own observations! Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform through our handle: @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review. Or we’ll haunt you forever. Thanks for listening!…

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Hereditary [Pt 2] | Hot Fires & Piano Wires 56:45

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Send us a text On this episode, the Clever Ghouls continue to discuss Hereditary, the 2018 psychological supernatural horror film written and directed by Ari Aster. This episode focuses on the filmmaking aspects of the movie and includes discussions surrounding the use of sound, psychological suspense, the use of miniatures, and a closer look into what makes Hereditary so SCARY. This film is rated R for horror violence, disturbing images, language, drug use, and brief graphic nudity. For more information we invite you to visit Hereditary’s listing on DoesTheDogDie.com. This episode has minisodes to accompany it, so definitely take some time to listen to those for even MORE in-depth content! Dare to Be Scared: Psychology & Neurophysiology of Fear w/ Maegan Thanatophobia: The Psychology Behind Death Anxiety w/ Maegan Unveiling the Dark Depths: The History of Psychological Horror w/ Maegan Electric Meatballs: Brain Anatomy and How the Brain Works w/ Maegan The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, public education, mysticism, mythos, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky movies we love. Tune in on your favorite podcast hosting platform to listen along, join the conversation, and chime in with your own observations! Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform through our handle: @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review. Or we’ll haunt you forever. Thanks for listening!…

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Annihilation | It's...Unlike Us... 1:04:41

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Send us a text In this episode, the Clever Ghouls discuss Annihilation. Released in 2018 and directed by Alex Garland, this movie took us on a mind-altering journey into the heart of "The Shimmer," an iridescent and expanding phenomenon that defies the laws of nature. We talk about themes like the consequences of humans on nature and nature taken back what’s theirs, the human condition, self destruction, the fear of the unknown, and because Maegan likes to be an ass and constantly trigger Blair’s thanatophobia..acceptance of Mortality and Impermanence. In both the intro and the outro of this episode, there is an acoustic guitar cover of “What Do You Know?” by Ben Salisbury and Geoff Barrow. This was played and recorded by Maegan, and we do not own the rights to this song. Annihilation is rated R by the MPAA for violence, bloody images, language and some sexuality. For a full list of content warnings for this movie, please check out its listing on doesthedogdie.com . But a few to be mindful of in our discussions are terminal illness, climit crisis, self harm and suicide, as well as death and grief; but nothing graphic on any of the above. And while a dog doesn’t die in this film, there are a few incidents of animal death. This episode has minisodes to accompany it, so definitely take some time to listen to those for even MORE in-depth content! Dare to Be Scared: Psychology & Neurophysiology of Fear | Minisode w/ Maegan Technostress: Sci-Fi & How It Reflects Our Societal Fears | Minisode w/ Maegan Monsters are Good For Us: Grief & Mourning Through Horror | Miniside w/ Maegan Thanatophobia: The Psychology Behind Death Anxiety | Minisode w/ Maegan Unveiling the Dark Depths: The History of Psychological Horror | Minisode w/ Maegan The Clever Ghouls podcast is run by Blair, Maegan, Marissa, & Melissa. This episode was written, led, and edited by Maegab. Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform and pod-catcher through our handle @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review…or we’ll sic the ScreamBearTM on you. Thanks for listening! The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, public education, mysticism, mythos, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky movies we love. Tune in on your favorite podcast hosting platform to listen along, join the conversation, and chime in with your own observations! Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform through our handle: @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review. Or we’ll haunt you forever. Thanks for listening!…

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Shaky Cam: The History of Found Footage Films | Minisode w/ Maegan 7:12

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Send us a text From its humble beginnings to its widespread popularity, these films have redefined horror storytelling, delivering a sense of realism and terror like no other. Found footage films have carved a unique and chilling niche in the world of cinema, captivating audiences with their raw, immersive storytelling. Join Maegan in this minisode as she dives into the fascinating history of found footage horror; tracing its origins, evolution, and impact on the horror genre, and digging a bit deeper into inarguably one of our most successful found footage films, The Blair Witch Project. The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, public education, mysticism, mythos, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky movies we love. Tune in on your favorite podcast hosting platform to listen along, join the conversation, and chime in with your own observations! Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform through our handle: @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review. Or we’ll haunt you forever. Thanks for listening!…

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The Blair Witch Project | Where's That Fucking Map?? 1:19:15

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Send us a text The Blair Witch Project, written, directed, AND edited by Daniel Myrick and Eduardo Sánchez features the chilling tale of three student filmmakers who set out on an adventure near Burkittsville, Maryland to make a documentary about the local legend of the Blair Witch. It was revolutionary for its time, ushering in an era of found-footage films and guerilla marketing that made people wonder if this was actually real footage of a production gone horribly wrong. We explore ideas like the not-so-ethical consumption of true crime stories, building suspense on a budget, sanity and your brain being, the effectiveness of a well-written story, the psychology of folklore legends, and more. It has been given an R rating by the MPA for LANGUAGE. This is mostly for the use of the word “fuck” which is said over 130 times (and according the Maegan's calculator brain that's about 1.5 times per minute during its run time). The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, public education, mysticism, mythos, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky movies we love. Tune in on your favorite podcast hosting platform to listen along, join the conversation, and chime in with your own observations! Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform through our handle: @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review. Or we’ll haunt you forever. Thanks for listening!…

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Perfect Blue (1997) | No, I'm the Real Thing... 56:55

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Send us a text On this episode, the Clever Ghouls discuss Perfect Blue, the 1997 horror anime film by Satoshi Kon. This movie follows a member of a Japanese idol group, Mima, who retires from music to pursue an acting career. As she becomes a victim of stalking, gruesome murders begin to occur, and she starts to lose her grip on reality. Mima, member of a J-pop idol group named "CHAM!", decides to leave the group to become a full-time actress. She gets stalked by an obsessive fan named Me-Mania, who is upset by her change from a clean-cut image. Following directions from a fan letter, Mima discovers a website called "Mima's Room" containing public diary entries written from her perspective, and which has her daily life and thoughts recorded in great detail. Join us as we take a closer look at this film and talk about themes such as the schism between artist and identity, voyeurism, fandom and celebrity culture, the relationship of humanity and the internet, parasocial relationships, and what it means to navigate the entertainment industry as a woman. This film is rated R for language and nudity; but is a heavy and dark film that has graphic rape scenes, and touches on stalking, murder, mental illness, psychosis and hallucinations, violence, and mental facilities. For more information we invite you to visit Perfect Blue’s page on DoesTheDogDie.com! The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis, public education, mysticism, mythos, and more to create a curated, inclusive conversation around the spooky movies we love. Tune in on your favorite podcast hosting platform to listen along, join the conversation, and chime in with your own observations! Our intro and outro music was created for us by Josh Marshall. For more episodes and other spooky content, find us on your favorite social media platform through our handle: @CleverGhouls. Don’t forget to subscribe and share, and if you really like our content, please leave us a review. Or we’ll haunt you forever. Thanks for listening!…

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The Babadook | WHY CAN'T YOU JUST BE NORMAL??? 1:50:58

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