In this final installment of their Halloween series for 2025, Laura and Stephen discuss the iconic horror film “Scream,” directed by Wes Craven. They delve into its meta-commentary on the horror genre, its memorable characters like Ghostface, Sidney Prescott, and Gale Weathers, and how it subverted the established rules of slasher films. The hosts also touch on the film's impact on the horror genre, its timeless appeal, and why it remains a standout classic. The episode wraps up with musings on the cultural significance of the movie and notes on how well it holds up over time.
00:00 Introduction to Midday Movies Podcast
00:08 Halloween Season Finale: Discussing Scream
00:44 Halloween Spirit and Harper Bazaar's List
01:34 Scream: A Love Letter to Slasher Films
02:05 Iconic Characters and Meta Commentary
02:42 The Rules of Surviving a Horror Movie
05:10 The Opening Scene: Subverting Expectations
06:45 Mid-90s Characters and Small Town Politics
09:13 Meta Commentary and Pop Culture References
14:09 The Killer's Reveal and Final Showdown
18:46 The Enduring Legacy of Scream
22:17 Conclusion and Farewell to Halloween Series
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