Episode 867 We Are Back on The Substance on the Substance

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11/14/24 • 57 min

In this episode, Bill and Lord Reverend Bricklemyer discuss their return to the podcast after a hiatus, touching on personal health updates, the current political climate, and their thoughts on new horror films, particularly focusing on 'The Substance,' a body horror film featuring Demi Moore. They explore themes of identity, duality, and the visual storytelling techniques used in the film, while also sharing their insights on the horror genre and its evolving landscape. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the themes of Hollywood's treatment of women, the consequences of selfishness, the transition of a film into horror, the impact of aging on self-perception, and their final thoughts on the film's execution and recommendations. They explore the symbolism within the film, the societal implications of aging, and the effectiveness of body horror as a genre.

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