341: The Incubus
Jan 08, 2026•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 341
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Summary
Join the hosts as they dissect 'The Incubus,' an early '80s supernatural thriller exploring demonic possession and sexual violence. They analyze John Cassavetes' unique acting choices, the film's controversial narrative, and its troubled Canadian production history, including financial woes and script rewrites. The episode also covers key creative talents, memorable scenes, and the film's lasting impact on horror, alongside a lively 'What Did You Watch' segment featuring recent movie reviews.Episode description
"There is evil in this town." Join us as we dive into The Incubus (1982)! We explore how director John Hough and star John Cassavetes brought this disturbing supernatural thriller to life, dig into the film's controversial themes, its troubled production history, and the strange creative choices that helped shape one of the more unsettling entries of early '80s horror. Plus, tons of behind-the-scenes stories, production trivia, and MUCH MORE in this chilling deep-dive episode!
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