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Is it supposed to be this bad? This week, we watch the acid trip that is Nobuhiko Ôbayashi's House, a 1977 Japanese horror-comedy about a group of schoolgirls who take a trip to a house in the countryside and encounter an evil spirit. In the episode, we discuss the absolute absurdity of the events that take place, the origins of the ideas and inspiration for the film, and Dylan tests our knowledge of Slate magazine movie reviews in the latest edition of the trivia quiz. 

• Surreal Horror: Analyze the film's unique blend of horror, comedy, and fantasy, and how it defies genre conventions.
• Cultural Influences: Discuss the film's cultural context and explore how it reflects Japanese folklore and societal themes.
• Symbolism and Interpretation: Analyze the film's symbolic elements and discuss potential interpretations of its surreal events.
• Production and Behind-the-Scenes: Explore the film's production process, including its direction, cinematography, and special effects.
• Japanese Cinema: Discuss the film's place within the context of Japanese horror cinema and its influence on the genre.

Feeling adventurous? Craft a "Watermelon Negroni" cocktail, inspired by the film's surreal atmosphere. Don't miss this episode for a mind-bending exploration of Japanese horror and classic cocktails!

The Watermelon Negroni (inspired by Jackson Tucker's):

1oz or 30mL Gin

1oz or 30mL Campari

1oz or 30mL Watermelon infused Sweet Vermouth* 

*blend 10 1 inch watermelon cubes w/ 750 mL of Vermouth, let sit for an hour, strain

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