Welcome to the finale of Season 2! As this has been the Quarantine season, we watched a film made during quarantine - Rob Savage’s Host (2020). Tune in to hear us discuss the wave of films taking part solely on the computer screen, look back on Season 2 as a whole and endure Maciej complaining about everything (as always). We’ll see you soon for Season 3!
Read MoreWe continue with the classics to bring you a discussion on one of the most famous horror films in history - The Shining by Stanley Kubrick (1980). Tune in to hear our interpretation of what was going on in the Overlook Hotel, learn more on the conspiracies surrounding the flm and discover our opinions on the whole WAP thing. See you next week for the season finale!
Read MoreThis time on F**k, Haunt, Kill, we tackle a classic - Brain De Palma’s adaptation of Stephen King’s novel, Carrie (1976). Come for a critical overview of the director’s filmography and a discussion on female representation in horror films, stay for an extended talk about the Hairspray remake and some stories about our romantic lives in high school. You know us, it’s always on topic.
Read MoreAs we start approaching the end of the season, we take on a new, independent horror debut from Mitzi Peirone, Braid (2018). Join us as we do our best to unravel the convoluted plot, share our thoughts on the perfect movie length and have a prolonged conversation on some of the most embarrassing things you can do as an adult. Stay until the end for a very special glimpse into one of our spin-off podcasts, Detective Train!
Read MoreRecuperating after Insidious, we decided to go back to one of the most beloved 80s family films, Labyrinth (1986) by Jim Henson. Join us as we discuss Monty Python, puppets, the problem of age difference in Hollywood and, of course, the bulge. Disclaimer: even though the film in question is basically for kids, the show is still called F*ck Haunt Kill, so don’t bring your toddler along.
Read MoreThis week, we dive into one of the most popular horror films of this century, James Wan’s Insidious (2010). Tune in to listen to us talk about the importance of subtext in horror, ghost stories that we enjoy and recommend other films you can watch right now instead of this thing!
Read MoreWe’re back to talk more about Climax (2018) with our good friend Wojtek! In this episode we dive into the madness of the second half of the movie, prepared for the task with a substantial amount of alcohol flowing in our veins. Tune in to hear more about what part was the most upsetting to us, what other amazing actors Abbie can’t distinguish from each other and to hear us finally play the titular podcast game!
Read MoreThis week, we delve into the mind of one of the most controversial modern filmmakers, Gaspar Noe, with an episode on his latest feature film, Climax (2018). And we have a special guest, a good friend of the podcast Wojtek to help us out! Together we discuss the intensity of the film, the very obvious inspirations behind it and even give some meta-commentary on the usual format of the show. Enjoy and come back next week for more!
Read MoreIn this episode, we totally revolutionize the art of podcasting by having a verbal discussion on the topic of a film. And what a film it is - Brain Damage by Frank Henenlotter from 1988. We also have a special guest on this wonderful journey, James otherwise known as CrispyOglop. Together, we delve deep into 80s exploitation, tackle on heavy hitting subjects like drugs, the future of horror films and the differences between this film and Peter Jacksons Braindead (spoiler: it's the monkeys). Prepare for your mind to explode with this bold reinvention of the known format.
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Read MoreMaciej and Abbie return to the land of adjacent horror, this time discussing a true modern classic, Hayao Miyazaki’s Spirited Away (2000). We try to go through all the elements of the convoluted plot, discuss the amazing art, compare our memories of hearing about the film for the first time and spend quite a lot of time discussing the Muppets for some reason. This epsiode is brought to you by the generosity of our souls!
Read MoreAnother week, another episode! This time we tackle a modern film, Craig Zobel's The Hunt (2020) which had its streaming premiere just a few months ago. We discuss how political satire can be effectively shown on screen, give extremely qualified screenwriting advice and touch on Maciej's goodbye to the series Community. As always, everything is strictly on topic.
Read MoreThis week, it’s time for a cult classic! Tune in to hear us discuss Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975), the musical-horror mashup that defined the midnight movie culture. We talk about being horny, the 70s in America, Manson murders and the importance of the film for queer culture. Don’t shiver with anticipation, just hit play!
Read MoreWe continue our journey with Jordan Peele's Us (2019) and bring you the conclusion to the discussion started last week. This time we’ll focus more on racial themes presented in the film, discuss the twist and finally take the bullying attention away from Maciej and put it on someone else. Enjoy and see you next week for something else!
Read MoreOn this episode, we have a very special guest - one of the most important figures in the history of the podcast, present right from the start - Abbie's sister Megan! Together we team up to discuss Jordan Peele's sophomore feature, Us (2019). Tune in for lengthy discussions on the reception of the movie, inevitable comparisions to Get Out and Megan's relationship with horror. So lengthy in fact, that this is another two-parter! See you next week for more. (This episode also includes a special cameo from The Ghost of Steve Jobs and multple references to Willem Dafoe's anatomy.)
Read MoreTo take a break from all the gore and unpleasantness, this episode covers the Peter Strickland film The Duke of Burgundy. Join us as we discuss more emotional material, talk about butterflies, relationships, 60s/70s aesthetics and different ways of portraying sexuality on film. Quarantine Season in bloom. Hope you’re staying safe out there!
Read MoreIt’s time for another guest! Join us for this week’s episode with our good friend Sonya joining to discuss the classic Jonathan Demme thriller, The Silence of the Lambs. We are talking about the way violence is shown in films, misogyny, how films age and Sonya’s impossible to overlook American descent. (P.S. The quality in this episode is not the best, we’re sorry, next week is back to normal!)
Read MoreJoin us for another episode as we delve into the magically nightmarish world of Henry Selick’s Coraline! On this journey we discuss how kids react to horror, what we love about stop-motion animation and also go through the whole Pixar filmography. As always, every conversation is strictly on topic and there are no bits. Enjoy!
Read MoreIt’s episode three of our Quarantine Season and we tackle on a gritty, gory pagan horror film from Gareth Evans to lighten up your lockdown. When we’re not discussing the elaborate death and torture scenes, you’ll find us talking about rebranding to a new name, Jerry Seinfeld and every actor’s inner Nicolas Cage. Hope you’re all keeping healthy!
Read MoreWe're back with the second part of our talk about the horror classic, Mean Girls! Tune in for the thrilling conclusion as we discuss political correctness, compare different ways of creating cautionary tales and drop flawless pirate Willem Dafoe impressions. Maciej also finds two separate occasions to mention John Waters' films. You're welcome!
Read MoreWe're back, baby! Welcome to the first episode of Season 2 of the FHK podcast, officially known as the lockdown season. To start us off on a more positive note, we're talking about the scariest movie of all time tackling the subject of being a teenage girl - Mean Girls. Join us as we discuss life in quarantine, reminisce of Abbie's time as a gangster and recycle old bits. Welcome back!
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