Hollyweird #029 - Stephen King Adaptation Rankings with Jon Grilz from Creepy
Description
In this special episode, Sean and Lexi are joined by Jon Grilz from the Creepy podcast to discuss various aspects of horror storytelling, particularly focusing on adaptations of Stephen King's works. They explore Jon’s top five King adaptations, which notably include 'Rose Red,' 'The Night Flier,' and '1408.' John also shares insight into his journey into horror, his podcasting career, and the cathartic power of horror narratives. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the growth and evolution of the horror genre.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:41 The Origin of Creepy Podcast
01:20 Joining Bloody Disgusting Podcast Network
02:14 Expanding the Team and Production
02:50 31 Days of Horror Event
03:40 Challenges and Evolution of Podcasting
10:31 Stephen King Month and Favorite Adaptations
33:18 Special Effects Dilemma
33:54 DVD Memories and Collectibles
35:16 The Shining: A Controversial Adaptation
45:11 Needful Things: A Deep Dive
01:02:22 Stephen King Adaptations and Joe Hill
01:10:11 The Evolution of TV Show Lengths
01:11:07 Stephen King's Impact on Horror
01:14:11 The Brutality of 'The Mist'
01:17:23 Reboots and Remakes: A Necessary Evil?
01:20:06 The Resurgence of Stephen King Adaptations
01:26:47 The Role of Horror in Catharsis
01:33:06 The Art of Storytelling in Horror Podcasts
01:42:59 The Future of Horror and Creepy's 31 Days of Horror
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