Jay of the Dead and Mister Watson return for Episode 184 with another Horror Movie Weekly Feature Review drawn from their current 2005 to 2015 selection era. This time, Jay brings the Australian backwoods Horror film, Dying Breed (2009), to the table, leading to a discussion about Tasmanian tiger folklore, Ozploitation cinema, After Dark Horror Fest’s “8 Films to Die For” series, gruesome violence, bleak endings, and whether this underseen film deserves more attention from Horror fans.
Along the way, the hosts discuss Chappell Roan’s “Pink Pony Club,” the endlessly lovely Rachel McAdams, airplane thrillers, time-loop horror movies, Wes Craven’s Red Eye (2005), the appeal of After Dark Horror Fest titles, and the challenges of creating effective Horror cold opens. As always, this episode also features our world famous Micro Horror Movie Reviews of recently watched films.
Note: This episode was recorded on January 15, 2026.
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SHOW NOTES
– Introduction
- Welcome to Horror Movie Weekly, Episode 184
- Jay of the Dead welcomes his best fiend, Mister Watson
- Jay and Watson discuss their current 2005 to 2015 Feature Review selection parameters
- Conversation about Chappell Roan’s “Pink Pony Club”
- Watson reflects on his unusually energetic performance during the previous episode
- Jay admits to feeling a bit scatterbrained, despite preparing extensively
- Brief discussion about horror podcasting, music, and recent listening habits
Micro Horror Movie Review:
Kill Me Again (2025)
Mister Watson = 6.5 ( One-Time Watch / Stream Free on Tubi )
Premise:
A notorious serial killer becomes trapped in a time loop, reliving the same violent night repeatedly while searching for a way to escape.
Discussion Highlights:
– Time-loop horror from the killer’s perspective
– Comparison to Groundhog Day, Happy Death Day, and Remember (2022)
– Interesting and unexpected explanation for the looping phenomenon
– Solid kills, strong performances, and dark humor
– Jay recommends Timecrimes (2007) to fans of time-based thrillers
Micro Horror Movie Review:
Red Eye (2005)
Jay of the Dead = 6 ( Rental )
Premise:
A hotel manager becomes trapped in a deadly conspiracy aboard a flight when a charming stranger reveals sinister intentions.
Discussion Highlights:
– Directed by Wes Craven
– Stars Rachel McAdams and Cillian Murphy
– Strong “1990s thriller” sensibility despite its 2005 release
– Entertaining but occasionally eye-roll-inducing thriller plotting
– Jay admits (without shame) that Rachel McAdams significantly improved his enjoyment of the film
Feature Review: Dying Breed (2009) – Jay of the Dead’s pick
Dying Breed (2009)
Genre Classification: Ozploitation Horror / Backwoods Horror / Mystery Horror / Folklore Horror
Premise:
A zoology student and her companions travel deep into the Tasmanian wilderness searching for evidence of the supposedly extinct Tasmanian tiger while simultaneously investigating the disappearance of her sister. Their expedition uncovers far more than they expected in the remote backcountry.
Ratings and Recommendations:
Jay of the Dead = 7 ( Rental )
Mister Watson = 7 ( Rental / Recommended for Fans of Ozploitation Horror )
Discussion Highlights:
– Part of the After Dark Horror Fest “8 Films to Die For” lineup
– Exploration of Tasmanian tiger mythology and extinction lore
– Discussion of the infamous Tasmanian “Pieman” legend
– Strong use of Australian wilderness locations
– Effective blend of folklore and backwoods horror elements
– Impressive gore effects and several memorable violent sequences
– Debate about the film’s pacing and jump-scare structure
– Conversation about horror movie cold opens and exposition techniques
– Examination of the film’s bleak and mean-spirited tone
– Appreciation for the movie’s disturbing ending and lingering implications
Mister Watson’s pick for the next episode:
Gun Woman (2014)
Premise:
A Japanese revenge splatter film involving a doctor who seeks vengeance against a sadistic killer by transforming a young woman into an assassin capable of carrying out an extreme revenge plan.
Watson describes it as:
– Japanese exploitation horror
– Revenge splatter cinema
– Low-budget midnight movie madness
– A dramatic departure from the prestige horror of The Orphanage
Wrap-Up:
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