HERETIC
Hugh Grant stars as a creepy, pretentious know it all, who uses the promise of blueberry pie to lure two unsuspecting Mormon Missionaries into getting a private theology lesson against their will.
Wine Pairing: La Crema Pinot Noir
Krampus
When young Max Engle becomes disheartened by a less than ideal family Christmas, he unknowingly unleashes a curse upon his family, that includes terrifying monsters that look like toys, and incredibly angry yet adorable, murderous Christmas cookies. Kristin recaps the holiday horror film Krampus, and we talk about our annual must watch holiday movies.
Wine Pairing: Moet & Chandon Imperial Brut
Devil's Pass / The Dyatlov Pass Incident: Part 1
A group of students go to the Ural Mountains and hike to the location of the infamous Dyatlov pass incident to make a documentary, but things take a turn for the worse as the secret of what happened there is revealed. It’s available to stream on AMC+. In Part 1 we cover the movie and Part 2 we tell the true story of the 9 hikers that died in what is now know as the Dyatlov Pass Incident.
Wine Pairing: Rkatsiteli: A white wine from the Republic of Georgia
Devil's Pass / The Dyatlov Pass Incident: Part 2
In Part 1 we covered the movie and Part 2 we tell the true story of the 9 hikers that died in what is now know as the Dyatlov Pass Incident.
Wine Pairing: Rkatsiteli: A white wine from the Republic of Georgia
The Sacrament / Jim Jones & Peoples Temple: Part 1
Part 1 of a 3 part episode/ series. In part 1 we cover the horror film The Sacrament written and directed by Ti West, and inspired by the famous Jonestown Massacre. It Parts 2 and 3 Kelli takes us through the true story of Jim Jones and Peoples Temple, and what lead to the Jonestown Massacre on November 18th 1978.
Wine Pairing: The Sage Red Blend from Davis Family Vineyards
The Sacrament / Jim Jones & Peoples Temple: Part 2
This episode covers the early years of Jim Jones from his childhood in Indiana, to the founding of the Peoples Temple church and their move to California.
Wine Pairing: The Sage Red Blend from Davis Family Vineyards
Sources: The Road To Jonestown: Jim Jones and Peoples Temple by Jeff Guinn
A Thousand Lives: The Untold Story of Jonestown by Julia Scheeres
Alternative Considerations of Jones & Peoples Temple: jonestown.sdsu.edu
The Sacrament / Jim Jones & Peoples Temple: Part 3
The Jonestown Massacre. This is the third and final part of our The Sacrament/ Jim Jones series. Warning: This episode does include some audio clips from the final recording of Jim Jones and final moments of the settlers at Jonestown, which has become known as the Death Tape.
Wine Pairing: The Sage Red Blend from Davis Family Vineyards
Sources: The Road To Jonestown: Jim Jones and Peoples Temple by Jeff Guinn
A Thousand Lives: The Untold Story of Jonestown by Julia Scheeres
Alternative Considerations of Jones &7 Peoples Temple: jonestown.sdsu.edu
Red Rooms
We delve into the chilling world of serial killers, discussing infamous figures like Richard Ramirez, H.H. Holmes, and Aileen Wuornos. We recap the film 'Red Rooms,' exploring its themes of true crime fascination, the psychological implications of violence, and the courtroom dynamics surrounding a serial killer trial. The story highlights the chilling moments of the protagonist's transformation and her obsession with the dark aspects of crime, culminating in a haunting finale that leaves the audience questioning their own fascination with true crime.
Wine Pairing: M. Chapoutier Belleruche Cotes Du Rhone
Companion
In this episode of Fear & Wine, the hosts delve into the themes of AI, human obsolescence, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding technology through a discussion of the horror film 'Companion. We talk about the complexities of AI relationships and the implications of programming emotions and memories into robots. The episode culminates in a discussion of the film's twist, revealing the true nature of the AI character, Iris, and the consequences of manipulating her programming. We delve into the themes of AI, ethics, and the complexities of human-robot relationships, and highlight the moral dilemmas faced by the characters.
Wine Pairing: Hampton Water
Sinners
This episode of Fear & Wine, we dive into a lively discussion about the horror movie 'Sinners' and share our favorite vampire characters from pop culture. We explore various themes surrounding the film 'Sinners,' including nostalgic references to horror films, character dynamics, and the cultural significance of music and storytelling. We explore the film's plot, character relationships, and the historical context of the setting, also touching on the implications of race and identity, particularly in the context of social media debates about representation.
Wine Pairing: Immortal Slope Cabernet Sauvignon