Barbarian 2022 review / Richard's eerie experience at The Villisca Axe Murder House
03/28/25 • 112 min
Its Esme and Laura again! We dive deep into the 2022 horror film 'Barbarian', a movie that left us stunned from start to finish with its twists and turns (literally!), unsettling atmosphere, and brilliant misdirection.
• Multiple story perspectives that completely subvert expectations and keep you guessing
• Perfect casting of Bill Skarsgård (Pennywise from "It") creating immediate suspicion that plays with audience expectations
• Underlying themes of stranger danger, female vulnerability, and the consequences of selfish decisions
• Clever use of an abandoned Detroit neighborhood as a setting that amplifies the isolation and danger
• Exploration of what makes someone truly monstrous – is it the creature in the basement or the seemingly normal people we encounter?
• A third act that delivers one of the most memorable and disturbing horror scenes in recent memory
Then we discuss an entry from Richard J of his first hand eerie experience at the Villisca Axe Murder house!
If you have a real-life scary story you'd like to share, email us at [email protected] – your story might be featured in an upcoming episode!
Support the show! We will reach out to you to send you a free thank you gift when you do! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2408079/support
Send us a message at: [email protected]
Its Esme and Laura again! We dive deep into the 2022 horror film 'Barbarian', a movie that left us stunned from start to finish with its twists and turns (literally!), unsettling atmosphere, and brilliant misdirection.
• Multiple story perspectives that completely subvert expectations and keep you guessing
• Perfect casting of Bill Skarsgård (Pennywise from "It") creating immediate suspicion that plays with audience expectations
• Underlying themes of stranger danger, female vulnerability, and the consequences of selfish decisions
• Clever use of an abandoned Detroit neighborhood as a setting that amplifies the isolation and danger
• Exploration of what makes someone truly monstrous – is it the creature in the basement or the seemingly normal people we encounter?
• A third act that delivers one of the most memorable and disturbing horror scenes in recent memory
Then we discuss an entry from Richard J of his first hand eerie experience at the Villisca Axe Murder house!
If you have a real-life scary story you'd like to share, email us at [email protected] – your story might be featured in an upcoming episode!
Support the show! We will reach out to you to send you a free thank you gift when you do! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2408079/support
Send us a message at: [email protected]
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Wolf Man 2025 review (Extended Episode) / Laura's spooky Cancun hotel room/ Esme's eerie hotel room
1/30/25- Join us, Esme and Laura in our special 'extended' episode! Our episodes have been sparse since we are coming to the final months of this season and we have been riddled with projects, and we know you have missed us and we have missed you! So this episode is extended to make up for that and allow you to listen in to some of the non-edited parts of the conversation that otherwise would have been!
In this episode we review of the thrilling world of "Wolf Man," where horror meets deep emotional resonance. We dive into the themes that define this film—questioning whether it truly belongs in the pantheon of cinematic horror or whether critics are simply missing the point. As we peel back the layers, we discover family dynamics, the haunting nature of regret, and how these affect our characters perceptions. The exploration of survival instincts that resonate with us all. With stellar performances from Julia Gardner and Christopher Abbott, “Wolf Man” beckons us into a tale of fatherhood and confronting one's demons.
Throughout our exploration, we dissect not just the traditional horror elements—like jump scares and grotesque imagery—but also address the emotional heart that sets this film apart from its peers. Join us as we discuss the questions it raises about relationships, responsibilities, and the chilling truths we often overlook in horror.
After the review, Laura and Esme will each tell about their individual creepy hotel room experiences, and talk about how mirrors may have supranatural qualities and also what they say about the entity people refer to as 'mimics'. After the show, be sure to subscribe and follow us on your favorite podcast platform to stay updated with our latest analyses and chilling tales!
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Chicas Cucuy - Barbarian 2022 review / Richard's eerie experience at The Villisca Axe Murder House
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LauraHello listeners . I'm Laura and I'm Esme , and we are Chicas Cucuy . Thank you for tuning in to our podcast .
EsmeThis is a podcast dedicated to horror movies and real life cucuys . We take a deep dive into the horror film world and bring you the latest and greatest and sometimes the not so great .
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