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The Lady Killers: A Feminine Rage PodcastI Spit on Your Grave (1978) with Mary Beth McAndrewsThis podcast will soon cut, chop, and burn five men beyond recognition as they discuss Meir Zarchi’s original I Spit on Your Grave.
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The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastMACHINES 16 • Ghost in the Shell (1995) + Perfect Blue (1997)Anime fan and Dread Central's Editor-in-Chief MaryBeth McAndrews pops in to educate Anna on two masterpieces of the genre: Ghost in the Shell (1995) and Perfect Blue (1997). Read MaryBeth's piece about how Perfect Blue predicted fan culture for Polygon. New episode every Friday.Follow us on Letterboxd to see what films we're covering.Produced and presented by Anna BogutskayaResearch Assistant: Frankie Wakefield***Music: "Neon Alley" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio***The Final Girls are a UK-based film collective exploring...2025-06-141h 16
Gruesome Hertzogg ReviewsBystanders (2024) #reviewA group of murderous frat boys get more than they bargained for when they cross paths with a couple coming home from a wedding.Director:* Mary Beth McAndrewsWriter:* Jamie AlveyStars:* Jamie Alvey, Brandi Botkin, John Conners* See more »Awards:* 9 wins & 6 nominations.* See more » Get full access to Gruesome Hertzogg Podcast at gruesomehertzoggpodcast.substack.com/subscribe2025-05-0304 min
Development Hell: The Unmade Horror Movie PodcastSAW XI (with Mary Beth McAndrews)On this episode of Development Hell, host Josh Korngut is joined by Dread Central's Editor-in-Chief, Mary Beth McAndrews, to dive into the sudden cancellation of SAW XI. Together, they explore the troubled development history behind the highly anticipated 11th installment, uncovering the behind-the-scenes conflicts, studio hesitations, and creative differences that potentially led to the project's demise. Join them as they combine insider information, fan theories, and expert insights to reveal why Jigsaw's latest game won't be played and develop theories about where the franchise might go next. Discover what could have been for the beloved horror franchise...2025-03-2540 min
The Horror AgendaHell House LLC (2015/2020)Welcome to the Abaddon Hotel for this year's haunt Hell House. Yes, this week we are covering the 2015 mockumentary found footage film (and speaking to the Director's Cut (2020) as well.) The film written and directed by Stephen Cognetti. A group of young folks go to upstate NY to set up and haunted house and things go wrong. Many missing and/or dead including staff. Years later, a documentary comes out about the events that night and for months in the lead up. We reference several pieces in this episode listed below:a ScreenRant piece by...2025-03-192h 34
The Feminine Critique PodcastSpecial Edition: Bystanders with Mary Beth McAndrewsWe're back with more Bystanders! On this very special interview, Christine and Emily chat with director Mary Beth McAndrews about the history of female-made rape revenge films, dealing with fire stunts on a tiny budget, the possibilities of a Battle Bots found footage movie, and so much more. Be sure to follow Mary Beth via @mbmcandrews on the socials, the Scarred for Life podcast, and her work on Dread Central. Also, in case you STILL haven't listened to us, rent Bystanders! Watch it! Review it! Discuss it! Support indepenent horror, the pariticularly female-made kind that has a lot to say...2025-02-0956 min
Without Your HeadWithout Your Head: Mary Beth McAndrews director of BYSTANDERSWithout Your Head podcast with Mary Beth McAndrews editor at DREADCentral and director of the revenge horror film BYSTANDERS from DREAD! https://buff.ly/4iNOHrv"A group of murderous frat boys get more than they bargained for when they cross paths with a couple coming home from a wedding."2025-02-0940 minWithout Your HeadWithout Your Head: Mary Beth McAndrews director of BYSTANDERSWithout Your Head podcast with Mary Beth McAndrews editor at DREADCentral and director of the revenge horror film BYSTANDERS from DREAD! https://buff.ly/4iNOHrv"A group of murderous frat boys get more than they bargained for when they cross paths with a couple coming home from a wedding."2025-02-0940 min
Happy Horror TimeEp 241: Interview w/Mary Beth McAndrews, Director of “Bystanders”As Editor-in-Chief of Dread Central & Co-Host of the Scarred for Life podcast, Mary Beth McAndrews had already made a name for herself in horror before directing her first film — the new indie revenge thriller, “Bystanders” (currently available on VOD). Tune in to hear why this script had such personal meaning for her, how she approached handling both the sensitive material and the violence, and what’s next for her in horror.2025-02-031h 00
The Zombie Grrlz Horror PodcastMore Deadly: The Director’s Cut with Mary Beth McAndrews of ‘Bystanders’On this episode of More Deadly: The Director’s Cut, Rachel and Ariel sit down with friend-of-the-pod Mary Beth McAndrews, director of Bystanders. We chat about her awesomely cathartic debut feature film and why the rape-revenge genre — when done right — is so powerful.
Listen to The More Deadly Director’s Cut with Mary Beth McAndrews to hear our conversation!
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Want to be a part of the show? We’d love to hear from you! Send feedback and questions to TheMoreDeadlyPodcasts@gmail.com or on o...2025-01-3112 minThe Zombie Grrlz Horror PodcastMore Deadly: The Director’s Cut with Mary Beth McAndrews of ‘Bystanders’On this episode of More Deadly: The Director’s Cut, Rachel and Ariel sit down with friend-of-the-pod Mary Beth McAndrews, director of Bystanders. We chat about her awesomely cathartic debut feature film and why the rape-revenge genre — when done right — is so powerful.
Listen to The More Deadly Director’s Cut with Mary Beth McAndrews to hear our conversation!
To support our show and for exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon.
Want to be a part of the show? We’d love to hear from you! Send feedback and questions to TheMoreDeadlyPodcasts@gmail.com or on o...2025-01-3112 min
The Zombie Grrlz Horror PodcastMore Deadly: The Director’s Cut with Mary Beth McAndrews of ‘Bystanders’On this episode of More Deadly: The Director’s Cut, Rachel and Ariel sit down with friend-of-the-pod Mary Beth McAndrews, director of Bystanders. We chat about her awesomely cathartic debut feature film and why the rape-revenge genre — when done right — is so powerful.
Listen to The More Deadly Director’s Cut with Mary Beth McAndrews to hear our conversation!
To support our show and for exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon.
Want to be a part of the show? We’d love to hear from you! Send feedback and questions to TheMoreDeadlyPodcasts@gmail.com or on o...2025-01-3112 min
More Deadly - The Podcast for Women-Made HorrorMore Deadly - The Director's Cut with Mary Beth McAndrews of 'Bystanders'On this episode of More Deadly: The Director’s Cut, Rachel and Ariel sit down with friend-of-the-pod Mary Beth McAndrews, director of Bystanders. We chat about her awesomely cathartic debut feature film and why the rape-revenge genre — when done right — is so powerful.Listen to The More Deadly Director’s Cut with MaryBeth McAndrews to hear our conversation!To support our show and for exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon.Want to be a part of the show? We’d love to hear from you! Send feedback and questio...2025-01-311h 04
Bloody BroadsBystanders (feat. Mary Beth McAndrews) - 087Join your horror hosts as they carry out some justice.
Jamie and Bhavna are joined by director, producer, and Dread Central Editor In Chief Mary Beth McAndrews to talk her newly released film, BYSTANDERS.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Revenge and Survival Themes
02:57 Empowerment Through Storytelling
06:00 Influences and Inspirations in Filmmaking
09:04 Casting Choices and Character Dynamics
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Another Goddamn Horror Podcast!ep.190 Bystanders' Writer and Star Jamie Alvey!In this intense and gripping episode of Another Goddamn Horror Podcast, we sit down with Jamie Alvey, the writer and star of the explosive new revenge thriller Bystanders! Directed by friend of the show, Mary Beth McAndrews, Bystanders dives deep into the dark and often disturbing world of SA revenge films.
Jamie opens up about the creative process behind this raw, unflinching film, the emotional toll of portraying such a harrowing story, and what it’s like to take on such a heavy role. We also get into the complexities of making a film that doesn’t shy...2025-01-282h 02
Seequels: The Return to DTVUndisputed III: RedemptionSara, Ale, and Shak welcome Mary Beth McAndrews, director of Bystanders, to the show to discuss the threequel of the Undisputed franchise, Undisputed III: Redemption. They mostly talk about what movies they’ve watched in past episodes, what movies they want to watch for the show eventually, and Scott Adkins’ (fake) tattoos.
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Talk Film Society NetworkSeequels: Undisputed III: RedemptionSara, Ale, and Shak welcome Mary Beth McAndrews, director of Bystanders, to the show to discuss the threequel of the Undisputed franchise, Undisputed III: Redemption. They mostly talk about what movies they’ve watched in past episodes, what movies they want to watch for the show eventually, and Scott Adkins’ (fake) tattoos.2025-01-2546 minTalk Film Society NetworkSeequels: Undisputed III: RedemptionSara, Ale, and Shak welcome Mary Beth McAndrews, director of Bystanders, to the show to discuss the threequel of the Undisputed franchise, Undisputed III: Redemption. They mostly talk about what movies they’ve watched in past episodes, what movies they want to watch for the show eventually, and Scott Adkins’ (fake) tattoos.2025-01-2546 min
Who's There? PodcastEp. 192: DREAD Central EIC Mary Beth McAndrews on Her First Feature Film BYSTANDERSShow Notes: We are talking this week with Mary Beth Andrews about her directorial debut with a movie called BYSTANDERS that is out on VOD on January 21st. Trigger warning for sexual assault in the movie and it is talked about in our conversation. Mary Beth told me how she got involved with the project,...2025-01-2036 min
Who's There? A Podcast About Horror FansEp. 192: DREAD Central EIC Mary Beth McAndrews on Her First Feature Film BYSTANDERSShow Notes:
We are talking this week with Mary Beth Andrews about her directorial debut with a movie called BYSTANDERS that is out on VOD on January 21st. Trigger warning for sexual assault in the movie and it is talked about in our conversation. Mary Beth told me how she got involved with the project, where they found their filming location, and how they found their cast. She also explained how she wants people to feel after watching Bystanders.
Mary Beth’s Socials:
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mbmcandrews.bsky.social
Inst...2025-01-2036 min
Death Curse ClubMary Beth McAndrews, Director of Bystanders InterviewThis week on Death Curse Club:
00:00 Intro
02:00 Mary Beth McAndrews Interview(Director of Bystanders)
33:00 Wolf Man Spoiler Review
#Bystanders #horrormovies #wolfman #wolfmanmovie #universalmonsters #universalstudios #podcast #show #interview #fyp #DCC #ThrillMe #horror
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Eye On HorrorStanding By with Bystanders' Mary Beth McAndrewsKicking off Season 8, the boys are joined by director Mary Beth McAndrews to talk about her new film BYSTANDERS! Making the jump from editor in chief to behind the camera, Mary Beth talks about the influences behind this twist on rape revenge films, making an indie feature, and more!Bystanders hits VOD on all major streaming Platforms Tuesday 1/21, THAT'S TOMORROW!But first, the boys review Wolf Man, Red Rooms, George A. Romero's Resident Evil, Se7en IMAX restoration, and The Creep Tapes! It's all new on EYE ON HORROR!Movies discussed on the...2025-01-2057 min
The Horror Heals PodcastBystanders: Redefining the Rape-Revenge GenreIn this episode of Horror Heals, Corey and Kendall sit down with filmmaker Mary Beth McAndrews to discuss her bold new take on the rape-revenge genre with her upcoming film, Bystanders. Hear how Mary Beth redefines the genre by omitting exploitative tropes and focusing on empowerment, resilience, and turning trauma into triumph.Discover how horror became a lifeline for Mary Beth, helping her navigate PTSD, OCD, and her journey as a sexual assault survivor. Learn how her love of the macabre turned into a passion for storytelling, community building, and creating transformative art that inspires healing.2025-01-1424 minThe Horror AgendaThe Creep Tapes episode 1 'Mike'Welcome Back to the Horror Agenda! Today we cover episode one 'Mike' of the Creep Tapes. The series from Mark Duplass and Patrick Brice builds on the world-building of the Creep movies. The Creep Tapes is a Shudder exclusive and 5 of the 6 episodes are streaming at time of release.Mark Duplass and Patrick Brice, the co-creators spoke to Dread Central's Mary Beth McAndrews about the show in this interview that we reference. Laci Mosley, host of the podcast (and forthcoming Freeform TV show) Scam Goddess often mentions the Despo-Meter and we name drop it a...2024-12-111h 48
Observable RadioTransmission C.15: "Noise"The Observer meets the Noise. We no longer require your ignorance. The Universe desires to be observed. The best of all possible worlds.One of the fifteenth episodes of Observable Radio, a found footage anthology podcast from Cameron Suey, Phil van Hest, and Purpurina.Written and Produced by Cameron Suey, Phil van Hest, and PurpurinaEdited by Cameron SueyThe EnsemblePhil van HestTerry MesnardMary Beth McAndrewsCohen EdenfieldAmber CarrJess O'BrienKC GreenJon GrilzKyle GouldMaria CorcorbadoJason SmithKatie SkovhotWendy HectorMelissa K from Haunted TalesDavid WooRyan EasterdayRae WitteNathaniel LeighEvan...2024-10-2921 min
Observable RadioTransmission B.15: "Signal"The Observer meets the Signal. You can't go back. We have some work to do. The best of all possible worlds.One of the fifteenth episodes of Observable Radio, a found footage anthology podcast from Cameron Suey, Phil van Hest, and Purpurina.Written and Produced by Cameron Suey, Phil van Hest, and PurpurinaEdited by Cameron SueyThe EnsemblePhil van HestTerry MesnardMary Beth McAndrewsCohen EdenfieldAmber CarrJess O'BrienKC GreenJon GrilzKyle GouldMaria CorcorbadoJason SmithKatie SkovhotWendy HectorMelissa K from Haunted TalesDavid WooRyan EasterdayRae WitteNathaniel LeighEvan DranePurpurinaHector LealJesse LealMink E...2024-10-2919 min
From Inside The HouseFrom Inside the House - Episode 4: Nola CarwethEpisode Description - Host: Mo Moshaty, Guest: Mary Beth McAndrews
Struggling with unresolved trauma and deep-seated rage, a woman becomes the subject of experimental therapy that taps into her repressed emotions. As she undergoes this treatment, her anger manifests in a terrifying way, unleashing physical embodiments of her inner turmoil. Isolated from her family, she spirals deeper into madness, ultimately losing control over the destructive force she unknowingly wields. Her journey is one of profound suffering, a descent into chaos driven by unprocessed pain and emotional instability. This is the story of Nola Carweth and the call for auton...2024-09-181h 13
Development Hell: The Unmade Horror Movie PodcastFANTASIA FILM FESTIVAL 2024: Hell Hole, Steppenwolf, Rita, and KrypticParasitical penetrations, deadly detectives, frightening fairytales, and creeping cryptids await you on Tuesday’s brand-new episode. Discover the strangest and scariest horror movies to premiere at the 2024 Fantasia Film Festival as we wrap up our coverage. Dread Central Editor in Chief and filmmaker Mary Beth McAndrews joins us to discuss HELL HOLE, STEPPENWOLF, RITA, and KRYPTIC. Following guest Mary Beth McAndrews. For every horror title to hit V.O.D, countless others end up D.O.A. Development Hell is the podcast dedicated to unearthing these cursed horror productions — to find out what went...2024-08-2739 minThe Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastSERIAL KILLERS 17 • Man Bites Dog (1992) + Behind the Mask: Rise of Leslie Vernon (2006)Noted found footage defends MaryBeth McAndrews joins me to discuss the serial killer mockumentary double bill: Belgian extreme horror Man Bites Dog (1992) and love letter to slasher films Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon (2006). Join our Patreon for extra horror content including bonus reviews and a monthly horror book club.Discover what films we're covering next on our Letterboxd.***Produced and presented by Anna Bogutskaya. Artwork by Ewa Ferdynus.Music by "Erebus" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio.***The Final G...2024-06-211h 11The Zombie Grrlz Horror PodcastThe More Deadly Podcast Episode 91: Rose Plays JulieThis time on More Deadly, we’re joined by one of our favorite fellow spooky gals, Mary Beth McAndrews of the Scarred for Life Podcast & Dread Central, to discuss Rose Plays Julie, directed by Christine Molloy & Joe Lawlor.
So, did this movie do its story justice? Or do we want retribution for our time? Listen to The More Deadly Podcast Episode 91 to find out!
What to watch before the next episode: The Babadook , directed by Jennifer Kent
In the extended version of this episode for our Patrons, Rachel catches Ariel up on all thing...2024-05-2800 minThe Zombie Grrlz Horror PodcastThe More Deadly Podcast Episode 91: Rose Plays JulieThis time on More Deadly, we’re joined by one of our favorite fellow spooky gals, Mary Beth McAndrews of the Scarred for Life Podcast & Dread Central, to discuss Rose Plays Julie, directed by Christine Molloy & Joe Lawlor.
So, did this movie do its story justice? Or do we want retribution for our time? Listen to The More Deadly Podcast Episode 91 to find out!
What to watch before the next episode: The Babadook , directed by Jennifer Kent
In the extended version of this episode for our Patrons, Rachel catches Ariel up on all thing...2024-05-2800 minThe Zombie Grrlz Horror PodcastThe More Deadly Podcast Episode 91: Rose Plays JulieThis time on More Deadly, we’re joined by one of our favorite fellow spooky gals, Mary Beth McAndrews of the Scarred for Life Podcast & Dread Central, to discuss Rose Plays Julie, directed by Christine Molloy & Joe Lawlor.
So, did this movie do its story justice? Or do we want retribution for our time? Listen to The More Deadly Podcast Episode 91 to find out!
What to watch before the next episode: The Babadook , directed by Jennifer Kent
In the extended version of this episode for our Patrons, Rachel catches Ariel up on all thing...2024-05-2800 min
More Deadly - The Podcast for Women-Made HorrorThe More Deadly Podcast Episode 91: Rose Plays JulieThis time on More Deadly, we’re joined by one of our favorite fellow spooky gals, Mary Beth McAndrews of the Scarred for Life Podcast & Dread Central, to discuss Rose Plays Julie, directed by Christine Molloy & Joe Lawlor. So, did this movie do its story justice? Or do we want retribution for our time? Listen to The More Deadly Podcast Episode 91 to find out!What to watch before the next episode: The Babadook , directed by Jennifer Kent In the extended version of this episode for our Patrons, Rachel catches Ariel up on all thing...2024-05-281h 42
Don't Stop RecordingLake MungoTape #5: I feel like something bad is going to happen to me.Podcast, enhance! Ghosts haunt every image of this week's film Lake Mungo - a horror mockumentary that is as magnifying as it is magnificent. Jacob struggles to articulate the passage of time. Matt's sleuthing lands him in hot water. Twin Peaks is finally mentioned in passing. Don't Stop Recording's fifth tape is slowly approaching into view.Please note the film discussed contains sensitive material that listeners may find upsetting.Be the first to hear updates on future releases...2024-05-221h 25
Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies!The Tunnel - 2011 with Mary Beth McAndrewsWe're talking found footage this week and discussing The Tunnel with special guest Mary Beth McAndrews, EIC at Dread Central, co-host of the Scarred for Life podcast, and director of the upcoming rape-revenge horror film Bystanders! We get into what makes a found footage film work, the guerilla production and distribution, and gender in the found footage genre! We also chat about the poor transit authority worker Greg, the importance of good signage, and wonder if eyeballs are shelf stable...
Check out our Patreon over at Patreon.com/triplemmmpod for exclusive episodes that you...2024-04-122h 01
The Pod and the PendulumPARANORMAL ACTIVITY 3This week we're going back in time with what Mike calls the "Dream Warriors" of the Paranormal Franchise with its third installment. Rather than continue the cliffhanger ending of its sneak prequel, directors Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman travel back to the 80s to show audiences just how Katie and Kristi got mixed up with Tobi the demon to begin with (spoiler alert: it's those damned witches). The end result might be the most entertaining entry of the series, with scares coming from start to finish, and great additions like an oscillating fan ratcheting up the tension even further. Plus...2024-04-011h 33
Development Hell: The Unmade Horror Movie PodcastGeorge A. Romero's BIGFOOT FOUND FOOTAGE PROJECT [ROMERO UNSEEN Part IV]DEVELOPMENT HELL returns with a brand new limited audio series: ROMERO UNSEEN. Unearth the unmade films of a horror master as we dig up never-finished George A. Romero projects every Tuesday this March on the Dread Podcast Network.Romero scholar Adam Charles Hart cohosts the miniseries. His new book RAISING THE DEAD: THE WORK OF GEORGE A. ROMERO is OUT NOW from Oxford University Press. You can pick up your copy here.Today, we are also joined by Mary Beth McAndrews, Dread Central's editor-in-chief and cohost of Scarred For Life on the Dread Podcast Network. PA...2024-03-261h 22The Pod and the PendulumPARANORMAL ACTIVITYThis week we begin a new franchise. We are talking about Paranormal Activity which is arguably the most successful series of the 2000 tens. From its humble beginnings as a tiny independent movie meant to be shown small audiences to a global phenomenon that raked in hundreds of millions of dollars this is the series that launched so many other found footage titles over the next decade for better or worse. Along with special guest Mary Beth McAndrews (Dread Central, Scarred For Life) your cohosts discuss how creator Oren Peli self-taught himself the basics of filmmaking and with a minimal cast...2024-03-182h 41
Horror HangoverUrban legends, aka: "Every time I go camping, I end up with a cryptid boyfriend."We're baaaaaack & kicking off March with a deep dive into urban legends in horror films -- What are they? Where do they come from? Do they help or hurt society ... or both?
To investigate this further, we push up our nerd glasses with the triple threat of Scarred for Life Podcast co-hosts Mary Beth McAndrews & Terry Mesnard plus horror writer & teacher (& amazing hubbie) Chris Poole to chat all things Candyman & the indie darling Butterfly Kisses.
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"They Came in Through the Bathroom Mirror" by Steve Bogira (1987) at Chicago Reader
"Cand...2024-03-051h 53
Specter Cinema ClubWHEN EVIL LURKS (2023) ft. Mary Beth McAndrews // Favorites of '23Break out the apple ice cream, we're talking about When Evil Lurks! Mary Beth McAndrews (Scarred For Life Podcast) joins the boys to break down possession via viral disease, F*ck Them Kids cinema, and the joys of when Evil wins. Don't forget the rules...or pompously ignore them like Pedro, your choice!New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, it's time to dance nakedly through the halls of SaltburnSpecter Cinema Club is now on Patreon! Enter The...2024-01-231h 32
A Year in Film: A Hollywood Suite Podcast2002 — The Mothman Prophecies & Queen of the Damned (feat. Mary Beth McAndrews)Dread Central's Mary Beth McAndrews visits the A Year in Film Podcast to explore 2002's The Mothman Prophesies and Queen of the Damned with Becky and Emily, Mary Beth McAndrews is the editor-in-chief of Dread Central, as well as a filmmaker, journalist, and occasionally an academic. Her debut feature film Bystanders is currently in post-production. When she's not writing or watching horror movies, she spends her free time searching for Mothman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-021h 01
Almost MajorPhenomena (1985) (with Mary Beth McAndrews!)Sorry to bug you but our newest episode on PHENOMENA is here! Mary Beth McAndrews joins us again to discuss this Dario Argento film, chimps, insects, and other Argento films Twitter: @AlmostMajor Kevin: @kevbonesy on Twitter / Letterboxd Bryden: @BrydenDoyle on Twitter + @JDoyle on Letterboxd Charlie: @ctnash91 on Twitter / Letterboxd Our guest, Mary Beth: @mbmcandrews on Twitter + @screaminghot on Letterboxd2023-11-1558 min
Horror QueersDeadgirl (2008) feat. Dax Ebaben & Mary Beth McAndrewsWeek 2 of Toxic Masculinity month brings probably our most divisive film ever with 2008's Deadgirl. Extreme C/W: rape (and the dog dies!)Thankfully we're joined by two extreme horror fans, Dax Ebaben and Mary Beth McAndrews, who help us ask the important questions.Questions like: Who is this film for? What was the intent? And, most importantly, is it successful?It's an unconventional episode with no easy answers, but it's a great conversation.Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, Facebook, or join the Facebook...2023-11-081h 41Almost MajorThe Evil Dead (1981) (with Mary Beth McAndrews!)Join us... for this week's episode on THE EVIL DEAD (1981)! Returning guest Mary Beth McAndrews (Scarred For Life) joins us to talk this iconic indie horror film, the EVIL DEAD series, our start with Sam Raimi, and how clothing can be solidified. Twitter: @AlmostMajor Kevin: @kevbonesy on Twitter / Letterboxd Bryden: @BrydenDoyle on Twitter + @JDoyle on Letterboxd Charlie: @ctnash91 on Twitter / Letterboxd Our guest, Mary Beth: @mbmcandrews on Twitter + @screaminghot on Letterboxd2023-11-0156 min
The Letterboxd ShowFour Favorites with Dread Central’s Mary Beth McAndrews: found footage, righteous revenge and more Hallowe’en horrorsHorror maven and Dread Central editor-in-chief Mary Beth McAndrews joins Mia and Flynn to trauma bond with the girlies over her four favorite films: Joel Anderson’s Lake Mungo, Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s Cure, Bob Clark’s Black Christmas and Dusty Mancinelli & Madeleine Sims-Fewer’s Violation. Our conversation covers Mary Beth’s academic specialties in found footage horror and woman-helmed rape-revenge narratives, Hugh Grant’s shocking middle name (hidden in one of these film’s titles), the coming-of-age ritual of showing your friends The Midnight Meat Train on a high school sleepover and how all three of us have survived EMDR therapy...2023-10-2453 minHorror HangoverWhy are you still filming?! A Found footage tribute episodeTo kick off the Halloween season, we're bringing you a lovely (& spooky) chat we had with director, writer, podcaster, producer, & Dread Central's Editor-in-Chief Mary Beth McAndrews on the powers of found footage horror. We cover the OG 1999's The Blair Witch Project & 2022's gore-filled entry into the shaky subgenre, The Outwaters.
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Edgar Allan Poe's "gotcha" fiction that people thought was real at the time of publication: "The Balloon Hoax"
Interview with Joshua Leonard on the 1999 film's casting & production process
"Blair Witch and the Rise of Viral Movie Marketing," an essay b...2023-10-161h 44
1999: The PodcastSTIR OF ECHOES: "Paint it Black" - with Mary Beth McAndrewsStir of Echoes was David Koepp's second directorial venture following the success of his 1996 thriller The Trigger Effect. Adapted from a lesser-known work by genre legend Richard Matheson, the film hit at a weird and perhaps unfortunate time.Just 6 years off his massive breakthrough penning Steven Spielberg's Jurassic Park (a film he wrote when he was not yet 30 years old), Koepp was riding high in the industry.But Stir of Echoes was a low-key ghost story thriller involving a boy who can see and talk to dead people, and, suffice to say, a lot of tha...2023-10-161h 51Who's There? A Podcast About Horror FansEp. 124: Mary Beth McAndrews (Editor-in-Chief of Dread Central)Show Notes:
MaryBeth’s Socials:
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Mary Beth McAndrews is a journalist and most recently a director. She's served as the editor-in-chief for Dread Central since 2021 and has been writing about horror since 2017. She's written for sites such as RogerEbert.com and Bright Wall/Dark Room, and she's currently working on a book on Paranormal Activity. Her directorial debut Bystand...2023-10-101h 06Another Goddamn Horror Podcast!ep.139 Dread Central's Mary Beth McAndrews!On this vengeance-filled episode the Goddamn Dreadfuls welcome to the show Dread Central's Editor In Chief Mary Beth McAndrews! We discuss the rise from freelance writing to being EIC of a major horror movie website, her upcoming revenge movie 'Bystanders', revenge films as a genre and so much more. Mary Beth is really really awesome and is killing it out there. This episode is a must-listen!2023-09-111h 34
Anatomy of a Scream Pod SquadBodies of Horror: Episode 54 - The Taking of Deborah Logan (2014) feat. Mary Beth McAndrewsNichole is joined by the incredible Mary Beth McAndrews to talk about the Alzheimer’s-centric found footage film The Taking of Deborah Logan. We talk about our relationship with found footage horror, aging, disability, and caregiving.Follow Mary Beth on Twitter at @mbmcandrews and BluSky at mbmcandrews.bsky.socialScarred For Life: Apple Podcasts / Spotify Read her work on Dread CentralWant to recommend a film to be covered, or just reach out and say hello? Of course you do! Find me on Twitter art @BodiesHorror, on BlueSky at bodiesofhorror.bsky.so...2023-09-051h 55
Imported HorrorDiablo Rojo (PTY) & QuicksandThe jungle is a scary place. It's filled with vicious snakes, cackling brujas and plenty of surprises. This week, we hop a bus to Panama for the deliciously campy Diablo Rojo (PTY), a shameless flick full of 80s tropes with a killer ending. We also get stuck in Quicksand (Colombia, 2023), a plodding survival horror where a giant snake is the most likeable character. We also celebrate the triumphant return of Spirit Halloween and condemn the ceaseless War on Halloween. Quicksand: Terror Scale: 1. Quality: 2. Enjoyment: 2 Diablo Rojo (PTY): T: 2. Q: 4. E: 4.5 Articles mentioned in...2023-08-241h 07
Queerdo Babes From The Horror Pod-O-RamaMandy, There's a Weapon Handy Contains spoilers for Mandy 2018 Our guest for this week is Kill Gill, a burlesque performer, cage dancer, and Elon Musk destroyer and together we discuss their film pick, Panos Cosmatos's 2018 film, Mandy. Join us as we talk cults, grief, and gnarly bikers. The first title card Murphy couldn't remember was "The Shadow Mountains 1983 A.D." Find Kill Gill at: On instagram @MightyTug & @Kill_Gil Refrences mentioned -Filmschoolrejects.com "Recognizing the Predator ygaze in Mandy" Mary Beth McAndrews and another link found through FSR, lin...2023-07-201h 06
What A ScreamEp105: Thai Horror with Mary Beth McAndrewsThis week host Ygraine chats with Editor in Chief at Dread Central Mary Beth McAndrews about Thai Horror and they discuss Shutter (2004) and The Medium (2021)
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The Pod and the PendulumHELL HOUSE LLCThe Abaddon hotel...you can check in but you can never leave. We're back with a new franchise, kicking things off with one of the best found footage movies of the past decade: HELL HOUSE LLC. Mike and Nichole are joined by the fantastic Mary Beth McAndrews (Dread Central editor in chief, Scarred For Life podcast cohost) who just might love found footage movies more than anyone on the planet. We talk about what sets a good pseudo-documentary from the poor, have a lively discussion on the fuck boy of the film Paul, ask how many scary clowns are too...2023-05-232h 11
Mostly HorrorMary Beth McAndrews - Dread CentralSteve and Sean talk about an upcoming Radio Silence monster movie, the Nintendo Cinematic Universe, and the Harry Potter show.Then, they’re joined by Mary Beth McAndrews, editor in chief of Dread Central! They chat about being afraid of indoor swimming pools, swimming with sharks, the inside scoop on Dread Central, and more!Stick around after to hear the boys review their most anticipated movies of the year!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-04-241h 41
You, Me, Them, EverybodyLive at DC9 with Mary Beth McAndrews, Haywood Turnipseed Jr, Teen Mortgage, Allison Lane, Andrew BucketLive at DC9 with Mary Beth McAndrews, Haywood Turnipseed Jr, Teen Mortgage, Allison Lane, Andrew Bucket
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Development Hell: The Unmade Horror Movie PodcastBEHIND THE MASK II (with Mary Beth McAndrews)Today's re-release covers the never made 'spreemake' to the 2006 indie meta-slasher classic BEHIND THE MASK. Our very special guest is Mary Beth McAndrews, Dread Central's content manager and all-around horror internet celeb. Tune in and listen to us unearth whatever happened to Leslie Vernon... Is unmade horror your type of thing? Subscribe to the Development Hell podcast! For every horror title to hit V.O.D, countless others end up D.O.A. Development Hell is the podcast dedicated to unearthing these cursed horror productions — to find out what went wrong — and decide if they still stand a shot at th...2023-01-031h 11
Horror QueersThe Human Santapede feat. Scarred for Life & Brother GhoulishWe're celebrating the holidays with a dramatic reading of selected excerpts of Adam Millard's 2014 ebook The Human Santapede, which is pretty much exactly what you expect. Featuring the vocal talents of Terry Mesnard and Mary Beth McAndrews of Scarred for Life and Ryan Kinney of Brother Ghoulish's Tomb, strap in for an offensive romp as Krampus tries to destroy Christmas and his nemesis, Santa, by constructing an (In)Human Santapede. Plus: Enjoy the flubs and fuck ups!Big thanks (?) to HQ Book Club member Juha for bringing this to our attention.Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect...2022-12-2336 min
World of Horror with Mom & MacSNOWTOWN & THE SACRAMENT: Episode 88: Bless Your Heart! Horror Movies Based on a True StorySend us a textWoHos!Numerous forces conspired against this show, but I am glad to finally bring it to your ears and hearts. This week's episode was delayed due to Mom's head cold. (I apologize for my nasal voice in this one!) After we were able to record, I had to re-edit the second half and as I correcting the distortion, we ended up sounding like we were communicating through tin cans, so I had to fix that and that delayed us further. Sorry, WoHos!! We looked at movies Based on a T...2022-11-131h 59