Shot/Reverse Shot: 116 - Halloween Special 2015

'Tis the season for goblins and ghouls, so this episode finds Matt and myself discussing all things horror. Well, like, five things horror. After dealing with the week's news, we delve into the topic of horror by reviewing Charlie Lyne's new documentary/video essay Fear Itself (currently available on the BBC iPlayer), talking about the most terrifying moments in non-horror movies (which involves a lot of David Lynch talk), and our favourite horror movies ever.

I also introduce the world to that most elegant of reptiles, the Kimono Dragon.

Shot/Reverse Shot: Episode 70 - 2014 Halloween Special

For the first time since starting the show in 2011, we have successfully managed to record and release a Halloween special. In keeping with the season, Joe and I talk about the things that scared us when we were young, the things that scare us now, and somehow manage to get distracted talking about Michael Parkinson.

Top Ten Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Segments

"What the Hell are you smiling at?"

My lords and masters over at Box Office Prophets asked each of the writers to come up with a list of their favourite segments from The Simpsons' annual Treehouse of Horror episodes. Since there are few things in this life more than The Simpsons, I gladly acquiesced, and the full version of that article will appear on BOP on Monday. However, I thought I'd post my individual picks here, along with quotes and explanations for my picks as well, if only because it gives me an excuse to link to a bunch of hilarious Simpsons clips.