Straitjacket Talk- YouTube podcast for the Mouths of Madness. Kevin, Nathan, and Gill review horror movies and have discussions on anything HORROR!
Straitjacket Talk- YouTube podcast for the Mouths of Madness. Kevin, Nathan, and Gill review horror movies and have discussions on anything HORROR!
We revisit The Crow (1994)—Alex Proyas’ gothic revenge classic starring Brandon Lee—to ask if it’s still iconic in 2025. We dive into the tragedy and legacy, the Detroit Devil’s Night setting, cult status, graphic novel roots (James O’Barr), unforgettable soundtrack (The Cure, Nine Inch Nails, Stone Temple Pilots), and why Eric Draven remains a timeless antihero. Expect a fun, spoiler-light review & analysis with quotes, best kills, style/cinematography talk, and how the film compares to sequels/remakes. If you love ’90s cult films, goth aesthetics, comic-to-film adaptations, or Brandon Lee tributes—this one’s for you!
Your hosts- Kevin, Nathan, and Gill
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Digging graves, resurrecting friends, and diving deep into horror classics—welcome to The Mouths of Madness! In this chaotic, hilarious, and creepy episode, the crew returns from the dead to celebrate their 2-year anniversary with a full review of Stephen King’s Pet Sematary (1989)! From Jud’s warnings about that g*ddamn road to Gage’s chilling laughter, we explore the movie’s scares, symbolism, and shocking moments. Plus: favorite kills, hot takes, conspiracies, and our “Hall of Slain”!
Grab a beer, avoid the road, and meet us in the Dungeon of Doom as we dig into one of King’s darkest tales..
Your Hosts- Kevin, Dan, Bearclaw, and Logan.
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Two guys, a girl, and a horror show dive into Mandy (2018) — the Nicolas Cage psychedelic revenge horror movie from Panos Cosmatos (producer Elijah Wood), packed with cult mayhem, Children of the New Dawn, the Black Skulls, that bonkers Cheddar Goblin ad, an all-timer chainsaw fight, neon color palettes, synth score vibes, and cosmic grief; we compare Mandy to The Crow, David Lynch, Suspiria, Hellraiser, talk Cage’s bathroom scene, Bill Duke, symbolism (planets/Jupiter/Saturn), LSD trip visuals, pagan vs. cult spirituality, and why this became a modern cult classic — with special guest Bearclaw (Mouths of Madness Podcast); stick around for quotes, favorite kills, Letterboxd ratings, plus quick recs (V/H/S, Dead Alive / Braindead) and more!
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It’s time to revisit one of the most divisive slashers ever — Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers (1989). In this wild episode, the Mouths of Madness Podcast dives deep into what went wrong (and maybe what went right) with the most hated Halloween movie. From the chaotic production and bizarre mask to Donald Pleasence’s unhinged Dr. Loomis and Danielle Harris’ haunting Jamie Lloyd, we break it all down with hilarious commentary, behind-the-scenes stories, and brutal honesty. Was Halloween 5 really that bad — or is it an underrated cult gem in disguise? Grab your pitchfork, hop in your Camaro, and join the Madness as we celebrate slasher history, 80s horror chaos, and the legacy of Michael Myers himself!
Your Hosts- Kevin, Dan, Bearclaw, and Logan.
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We dive into The Black Phone (2021) — our spoiler-friendly review & analysis of Scott Derrickson’s Blumhouse hit starring Ethan Hawke as “The Grabber.” From the creepy mask design and ghost-child mythology to Joe Hill’s short story roots (20th Century Ghosts), we cover scares, themes (cycle of abuse, sibling dynamic, 1970s true-crime vibes), box-office surprise ($161M), and whether this villain is a NEW horror icon — plus sequel talk, ending explained, best kills, and where it ranks among modern horror. If you love sinister small-town vibes, tense basement escapes, and mask-iconography lore, this is for you.
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Step into the chaos as the Mouths of Madness podcast crew sneaks into Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria for a wild Five Nights at Freddy’s (2023) horror movie review! From the security guard’s first night on the job to haunted animatronics, dream theory, and nostalgic arcade games, this episode blends comedy, chaos, and horror fandom across generations. We break down the movie’s lore, cast (Josh Hutcherson, Elizabeth Lail, Matthew Lillard), box office success, behind-the-scenes facts, and the future of the FNAF franchise. If you love horror podcasts, scary movie reviews, animatronics, haunted pizzerias, Blumhouse films, or Five Nights at Freddy’s gameplay and theories, this is your must-watch breakdown. Grab your tokens, dodge the jump scares, and join the madness today!
Your Hosts- Kevin, Dan, Bearclaw, and Logan.
Produced by Nathan.
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A special Spooky Season bonus! Straitjacket Talk’s Halloween III: Season of the Witch episode from 2024! The Halloween without Michael Myers..but we do get Dr. Challis. Also, some masks that turn kids heads into snakes and bugs?! Join us as review one of the most unique horror movies of all time- from being one of the most hated to now a cult classic..
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Idle Hands (1999) is one of the wildest and most underrated ’90s horror comedies you probably forgot existed. Packed with over-the-top gore, dark comedy, stoner humor, and cult-classic vibes, this horror comedy gem stars Devon Sawa, Seth Green, and Jessica Alba in a bizarre mix of possession, slasher horror, and ridiculous laughs. In this episode, we dive into the chaotic fun of Idle Hands (1999), exploring why it became a cult favorite, how it fits into the legacy of ’90s horror comedies, and why it still deserves your attention today. If you love horror movies, ’90s nostalgia, or cult classics that blend scares and laughs, this is the movie breakdown for you!
Your Hosts- Kevin, Dan, Bearclaw, and Logan.
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Is Godzilla Minus One from 2023 more than just a Monster Movie? Kevin, Nathan, and Gill discuss the deeper themes behind the horrors of Godzilla- the post-war trauma and how destruction affects a society that has already been defeated. The ultimate reminder of how important it is to live...
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Did you have your heart set on something cherry flavored? The Faculty from 1998 guaranteed to jack us up! Do the special effects and famous cast make this horror movie out of this world?? The Summer of Madness 2025 has come to an end and school is back in session. Madness U is hiring their own faculty members for the new survival classes. Will the Mouths of Madness hire the right candidates?! Let the interviews begin..
Your Hosts- Kevin, Dan, Bearclaw, and Logan.
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Titane from 2021 might be one of the strangest movies ever made! There are some body horror scenes that will make the viewer squirm and sexual scenes that has us questioning..”Wait, she does what with a car?!” Is Titane a beautiful love story underneath all the horror and auto erotica? Kevin, Nathan, and Gill discuss..
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Someone’s in the backseat! Did the movie Urban Legend stand out in the late 90s for having a creative horror movie premise? Is it just another wanna be Scream?! The Mouths of Madness discuss if Urban Legend (1998) deserves to be remembered forever or dissolved into Pop Rocks and soda.
The Summer of Madness 2025 continues with the guys back on the road..but they’re not going to turn around! Will they become another urban legend themselves??
Your Hosts- Kevin, Dan, Bearclaw, and Logan.
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The hero we never knew we needed! Yes, he’s a monster but a lovable one. Kevin, Nathan, and Gill explain how this is a b-movie deserves the admiration of the horror community. The Toxic Avenger loves trash…and we do too!
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In death there are no accidents, no coincidences, no mishaps, and no escapes…but can death be captured?? The Mouths of Madness are hard at work during the Summer of Madness on a machine that would make Rube Goldberg proud! They hope they can hold Death hostage to make a deal.. maybe there’s a way to cheat the blueprint? Final Destination (2000) terrified an older generation but now that it’s 25 years later, does it still have the same effect?!
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Your Hosts- Kevin, Dan, Bearclaw, and Logan.
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You want some? Kevin, Gill, and Nathan discuss if Sinners is the best horror movie of 2025 (so far). Also, how Sinners appeals to a bigger audience and why it could become an instant classic! From the themes of oppression, to themes of music being a universal language- Sinners is more than just blood and gore..but it also has plenty of that!
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What are you waiting for??! The Mouths Of Madness start their Summer of Madness 2025 off by reviewing I Know What You Did Last Summer from 1997! Should this movie be held in the same regard as Scream or does I Know What You Did Last Summer deserve to be thrown into the waters of 90’s nostalgia?! The Mouths of Madness are facing their own problems from their previous summer..is it The Fisherman back for revenge? Who remembers all the MADNESS?!
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Silent Hill from 2006 was one of the most notable video game adaptions of horror genre..but was it one of the best? The monsters and world of Silent Hill have a lasting legacy and iconology in horror! Kevin, Nathan, and Gill discuss everything from the sexy Demon Nurses to Pyramid Head and all the themes beneath the horror!
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Who you gonna call? Do…Ray…Egon! Ghostbusters 2 is a sequel that had an everlasting impact on the Mouths of Madness. Vigo was an iconic villain! Along with the Scoleri Brothers Ghosts and the pink slime, the horrors of this movies are a plenty..but should Ghostbusters be considered a horror movie? And does it deserve the negative reactions it’s had over the years? The Mouths of Madness discuss while they have a show and tell with their pets..what could go wrong? Well, when Bearclaw brings his 16th century Carpathian tyrant pet chaos is bound to ensue…
Your Hosts- Kevin, Dan, Bearclaw, and Logan.
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Before Grindhouse, there was From Dusk Till Dawn! Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez team up to make one of the most iconic vampire movies of all time. The twist, is one that will be remembered forever..but is it good? Kevin, Nathan, and Gill discuss if this is in the upper echelon of horror or if it just SUCKS..
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The Ninth Gate from 1999 stars Johnny Depp a few years before he would become Captain Jack Sparrow. Is the film worthy of being known as a rare masterpiece or should it be cast away to an old library as a rare unforgettable relic of the past? Speaking of rare items, Bearclaw has bought a few horror relics throughout the years and needs them to be authenticated! Was he ripped off or does he have legitimate horror history?!
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