This week, Sprang welcomes JR Forasteros to discuss the entirety of Scott Derrickson's filmography in preparation for Black Phone 2 hitting theaters Friday!

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Movies, Horror, Scott Derrickson, Exorcism, Film Festivals, Predator, Film Analysis, Cinematic Themes, Movie Reviews, Podcast, film analysis, horror movies, Scott Derrickson, Sinister, Doctor Strange, The Black Phone, V/H/S series, The Gorge, movie themes, cinematic storytelling

Summary

In this episode of the Movies That Make You Podcast, hosts Jonathan Sprang and JR Forasteros delve into the filmography of Scott Derrickson, exploring his unique contributions to the horror genre through films like Sinister, Doctor Strange, and The Black Phone. They discuss the thematic elements present in his works, including the complexity of human nature, the evolution of horror, and the impact of remakes. The conversation also touches on the V/H/S anthology series and Derrickson's latest project, The Gorge, highlighting the blend of genres and the innovative storytelling techniques employed throughout his career.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to JR Forasteros and His Work

05:56 Exploring the Impact of Film on Personal Beliefs

08:39 The Journey into Film Critique

14:36 The Matrix and Its Philosophical Depth

21:45 Scott Derrickson: A Unique Voice in Horror

26:15 Exploring Scott Derrickson's Filmmaking Style

27:17 The Evolution of Hellraiser and Derrickson's Contribution28:15 Diving into Hellraiser: Inferno

30:08 The Unique Narrative of Hellraiser: Inferno

36:53 The Exorcism of Emily Rose: A New Take on Horror

38:27 Courtroom Drama Meets Horror in Emily Rose

43:35 The Day the Earth Stood Still: A Remake's Challenges

46:30 Thematic Elements in The Day the Earth Stood Still

49:10 Alien Encounters and Human Folly

50:11 Exploring Sinister: A Horror Masterpiece

53:04 The Complexity of Human Decisions in Horror

54:33 Scott Derrickson's Evolving Filmography

55:02 Thematic Depth in Horror: The Babadook and It Follows

56:38 Deliver Us from Evil: A Unique Take on Possession

01:00:42 Doctor Strange: A Marvelous Horror Blend

01:05:17 The Black Phone: A Haunting Narrative

01:12:23 VHS Anthology Series: A New Wave of Horror

01:15:58 Exploring the First All-Spanish Segment of VHS

01:19:03 The Evolution of Horror in Short Films

01:22:45 Scott Derrickson's Latest Film: The Gorge

01:26:30 The Unique Blend of Genres in The Gorge

01:28:11 Anticipating Future Projects from Scott Derrickson