What’s your favorite scary movie? This week on Poltergeists and Pixie Dust, we’re diving into the 1996 horror classic that redefined the slasher genre—Scream! From Ghostface’s iconic phone calls to the self-aware horror movie rules that keep (or don’t keep) characters alive, we’re dissecting what makes Scream both terrifying and endlessly rewatchable.

But we’re not stopping at the scares! After slashing through Scream, we’re wrapping up the episode with two feel-good, nightmare-busting movies to help you sleep with the lights off. Because let’s be real—sometimes you need a little comfort after all that Ghostface-induced paranoia.

🔪 The Scream breakdown you didn’t know you needed
📞 Why answering the phone in a horror movie is always a bad idea
🎬 The ultimate double feature to cleanse your horror-loving soul

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In this episode of Poltergeists and Pixie Dust, Kelly and Laura dive into the creepy, cult-classic world of Rosemary’s Baby. We debate the big question: Would you have moved into the Bramford? Spoiler alert—one we totally would have. From the apartment’s unsettling neighbors to the absolute dumpster fire that is Rosemary’s husband, we rage about controlling men and the societal structures that made life in the 1960s a horror story in itself.

We also dig into the film’s feminist undertones (and overtones), unpacking how Rosemary’s struggles are amplified by the lack of rights and autonomy afforded to women in a pre-Roe v. Wade world. How much agency did she really have—and how much were her choices stolen from her by the men around her?

To lighten the mood (and help you sleep tonight), we end with not one, but two Disney movie pairings designed to balance out the nightmare fuel. Tune in to find out which wholesome films we think can banish even the creepiest of cult vibes!

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Join Laura and Kelly on a haunting journey into Netflix's chilling horror release, The Deliverance (2024).

In This Episode:

• Family Fractures & Supernatural Forces: Meet Ebony, Alberta, and their children as they face terrifying events that test their bonds and beliefs.
• Pixie Dust Pick-Me-Ups: After tackling the dark themes of The Deliverance, Laura and Kelly share their favorite Disney films to lift the mood and chase away the chills.

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