Ross and Carrie Host Late Night with the Devil: Movie Review Edition!
Summary
Hosts Ross Blotcher and Carrie Poppy review the 2023 horror film *Late Night with the Devil*, praising its 1970s aesthetic and themes of paranormal fraud. They analyze the James Randi-inspired skeptic character, discussing the trope of rationalists in supernatural stories. The episode also covers viewer psychology regarding horror and true crime, while sharing personal anecdotes about their own media consumption habits.
Topics discussed
Introduction and horror movie preferences
Late Night with the Devil plot and setting
Hypnosis, ratings, and 1970s context
James Randi and the skeptic character
Squarespace sponsorship and website building
Birthday shoutouts and TV Chef Fantasy League
Demon possession and the cult footage
The climax: worms, death, and chaos
Ending analysis and final thoughts
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