The Silver Linings Playlist

With a new Exorcist movie getting a theatrical release this week, we thought there was no better way to kick off our Spooky Linings month than with a retrospective look at the only good sequel to the original. It's of course 1990's The Exorcist III. A slow burn, pseudo neo-noir film with a truly dreadful tone that is only hindered by its insistence at telling instead of showing. That being said, this one is definitely worth your time. Put on your straight jacket, climb around on the ceiling, and shut your goddamn mouth! (respectfully) as we crack open this wild ride of a movie, along with all those insane cameos in the Heaven scene, why William Friedkin (R.I.P.) was one of the greatest haters of all time, using Imagine Dragons songs as mnemonic devices for movie titles, and a hell of a lot more. The Exorcist III stars George C. Scott, Ed Flanders, Jason Miller, Scott Wilson, Nicol Williamson, and Brad Dourif. Directed by William Peter Blatty. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

After a much needed break, we're rejuvenated, refreshed, and ready to kick off Season 7. And what better movie to be energized to discuss than one where the protagonist sits on a couch the whole time? In keeping with tradition, we're discussing yet another Aronofsky movie for our season premiere, and this time it's 2022's The Whale. A powerful yet divisive film from Aronofsky, so there's certainly a lot to talk about. So grab some KFC and kick up your feet as we discuss the movie, plus the incredible return of the great Brendan Fraser, the fallacy in logic with Jehovah's Witnesses, recasting this movie with the leads of Succession, and much, much more. It's good to be back! The Whale stars Brendan Fraser, Sadie Sink, Hong Chau, Ty Simpkins, Samantha Morton, and Sathya Sridharan. Directed by Darren Aronofsky. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

It's the dog days of summer, and while there's still a little bit of a wait before Season 7 kicks off, we're bringing you something very, very special as a bonus to hold you over. It's a special episode on one of Dustin's favorite movies of all time: 1994's Speed! Even by 2023's standards, it's fair to say this film is what Mallie routinely refers to as a "white knuckle thrill ride". But does it still hold up? Join us and find out, because this isn't your average episode. We're not just talking about the movie, but talking during the movie. That's right: it's a live commentary! In what we're calling "Double Speed Dating", Dustin and Nathan recruit their betrotheds and past guests Priscilla Hendry and Ashley McGlothren to cover every second of this fantastic film. We cover a wide, wide range of topics, including Priscilla confusing Jeff Daniels with Dave Coulier, the other actors considered for Jack and Annie (including Tom Hanks and Halle Berry), the brilliance of Michael Bay's Ambulance, "The Annie" haircut being the original "The Rachel", the absolutely illogical route the bus traverses in this movie, and a ton more. So grab your Blu-ray copy or load up that stream of the movie and listen along with us. And remember: don't get dead. You can listen to Nathan and Dustin's band The Fever // The Rage's debut album NeverEnding now. You can also check out Southern Haunts and Oh, That’s a Scary Movie on Apple Podcasts or wherever get your podcasts. Speed stars Keanu Reeves, Dennis Hopper, Sandra Bullock, and Joe Morton. Directed by Jan de Bont. NOTE: This episode is intended to be used as a watchalong; a live commentary track to be played in unison with the movie itself. We used a copy of the Blu-ray to watch the film, and we provide the timecode to sync up with our commentary. In our episode, you can jump to 7:10 to begin the movie. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

While we're gearing up for Season 7, Dustin and Nathan pop in for a mini Silver Linings Special to give a sneak peak of their band The Fever // The Rage's upcoming debut album "NeverEnding". Hear them discuss the formation of the band, the wild alternate band names they almost settled on, and what's in store on their first record. Plus, they'll debut two original songs from the album. Get "NeverEnding" by The Fever // The Rage for free on July 20th, 2023. Find the band and the album If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Like us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

We're closing up shop for the season, but not before talking about one of our favorite movies from the last few years. It's the "sometimes maligned, sometimes adored" Malignant from James Wan. A very divisive film that some audiences either didn't get, didn't have the time for, or simply didn't approve, but for those who embraced it, they found an absolute gem. And we've got an episode so good it'll make you want to tear your hair out. So slip on your giallo gloves and crawl into bed with us as we crack open this incredible movie to discuss all things Gabriel, plus the stigma of Mountain Dew, the "horror goatse", doctors with catch phrases, Malignant vs. M3gan, and much, much more! And, as always, thanks for another great season of TSLP. See you on the other side for Season 7! Malignant stars Annabelle Wallis, George Young, Jake Abel, Maddie Hasson, Michole Briana White, Jacqueline McKenzie, Ingrid Bisu, Jon Lee Brody, Paula Marshall, Patrick Cox, Rachel Winfree, and Paul Mabon. Directed by James Wan. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

In our penultimate episode of the season, we're pulling up a chair to the table as we devour 2022’s The Menu. This sleek, stylish, and sophisticated tale of the elites getting what's coming to them has a rich layer of humor and terror that's worthy of your attention. So tuck that napkin into your shirt and grab your utensils as we crack open this great movie to talk about it all, as well as the magic of eating fast food as a kid, Elon Musk's secret plan to kill us all (allegedly), why Steven Segal was the worst SNL host ever, and other great discussions. Plus, Mallie plays the banjo! All of that and more, but we have to beg of you one thing. It's just one. Do not listen. Hear. Savor. Relish. Consider every word that you place inside your ears. Be mindful. But do not listen. Our episode is too precious for that. The Menu stars Ralph Fiennes, Anya Taylor-Joy, Nicholas Hoult, Hong Chau, Janet McTeer, Judith Light, John Leguizamo, Rob Yang, Mark St. Cyr, Reed Birney, Aimee Carrero, and Arturo Castro. Directed by Mark Mylod. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Somehow Paranormal Activity 2 was a huge success (at least in terms of box office revenue) despite being a dreadfully boring movie. That being said, this may be one of the funniest movies of 2010 - unintentionally, of course. We welcome returning guest Ashley McGlothren as we crack open this film to discuss it all: which fast food chain has the worst french fries, creepy kids toys, swingers with pineapples, and of course: the Cheez-It casserole. So grab a bag of your favorite Dorito's and maybe some Burger King (man, lots of food talk in this episode) and listen now! You can check out Southern Haunts and Oh, That’s a Scary Movie on Apple Podcasts or wherever get your podcasts. Paranormal Activity 2 stars Micah Sloat, Katie Featherston, Sprague Grayden, Brian Boland, Molly Ephraim, and Vivis. Directed by Tod Williams. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

This week on the program, grab your Dou Dou and pour yourself a martini cause we're once again saddling up next to Daniel Craig in his Aston Martin DB5 as we discuss James Bond's ultimate swan song with 2021's No Time to Die. With a troubled production and constant delays, this one has no right to be as good as it is. And while we acknowledge that sometimes things don't necessarily work, the film still manages to resonate with just the right amount of melancholy and hope. We'll cover every nook and cranny of this movie, plus discuss jungle showers and bidets, filing your taxes as a henchman, the TSLP kimono (merch design pending), and much more. And while we hope you enjoy this episode while it's still hot, there's no need to hurry; you have all the time in the world. No Time to Die stars Daniel Craig, Léa Seydoux, Lashana Lynch, Ralph Fiennes, Christoph Waltz, Ben Whishaw, Naomie Harris, Rami Malek, Jeffrey Wright, Ana de Armas, Billy Magnussen, Rory Kinnear, and David Dencik. Directed by Cari Fukunaga. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

With the Academy Awards less than a month away, we're taking a look at one of the most interesting feckin' films of last year that has a lot to say about grief, friendship, and legacy; it's The Banshees of Inisherin from director Martin McDonagh. While we haven't discussed one of his movies since all the way back in Season 1 with In Bruges, we're back in familiar territory, and McDonagh has only gotten better as a storyteller. Grab a pint and kick your feet up with your favorite furry friend as we discuss the film, plus the troubles with tandem parking, how we - as a nation - allowed Larry the Cable Guy to happen, the acceptable cash limit for concert tickets, and so much more! The Banshees of Inisherin stars Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Kerry Condon, and Barry Keoghan. Directed by Martin McDonagh. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

We're finally diving into the insane world of Paul Verhoeven with a steamy erotic thriller from the '90s. Of course we're talking about none other than 1992's Basic Instinct! A greasy Michael Douglas tripping over himself to try and bed a young Sharon Stone; what's not to love? Well, a lot, actually. So uncross your legs and get comfortable cause we're spreading this one open to talk about it all, including the movie's striking similarities to Gone Girl, the ultimate tip for douchebag interior decorating, being stuck in a room alone with Steven Spielberg, and plenty more with returning guest Ashley McGlothren! You can check out Southern Haunts and Oh, That’s a Scary Movie on Apple Podcasts or wherever get your podcasts. Basic Instinct stars Michael Douglas and Sharon Stone. Directed by Paul Verhoeven. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

We told you we'd be back, and we weren't lying. That's right; this week we're revisiting the one that started it all: 1984's The Terminator from director James Cameron. If you can even believe it, before he committed himself to the Pandorian dirt, Cameron was a pioneer of auteurism with his incredible ability to make a dollar out of pennies. Does this one stand the test of time? We'll find out. So get yourself a couple cans short of a six pack and put on your dark sunglasses cause we're dissecting the film and talking all about accepting fake city geography, Terminator iguanas, the '90s Doctor Strange movie, and a ton of other great topics with returning guest Josh Browning. Listen now if you want to live. You can check out The VHS Files on YouTube and Apple Podcasts. The Terminator stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, Michael Biehn, Linda Hamilton, and Paul Winfield. Directed by James Cameron. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

You deserve nice things, and if you're a fan of our show, you've got cosmopolitan taste. This week, we're keeping the 2022 A24 horror train rolling along as we jump back to the '70s with a discussion on Ti West's X. Porn, Fleetwood Mac, old people, murder; this one's got it all! So pour yourself a glass of lemonade and slip into bed with as we talk all things X, including how to properly pronounce the title, Kid Cudi's impossible guitar playing, the invention of food, STD rates in nursing homes, and a heck of a lot more, all with returning guest Coby Evans! And remember: you're a fucking sex symbol. X stars Mia Goth, Jenna Ortega, Brittany Snow, Kid Cudi, Martin Henderson, Owen Campbell, Stephen Ure, and James Gaylyn. Directed by Ti West. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Alex Garland is known for very cerebral, thought-provoking screenplays, and while 2022's Men are both of those things, the film (frustratingly) doesn't seem to commit to anything in particular. That being said, this one has a lot to offer; beautifully haunting atmosphere, a powerhouse performance from Jessie Buckley, and a score that's out of this world. We'll discuss all of that and more, including wine moms drunk at the movies, the horrors of staying at an Airbnb, poor TV placement on furniture, and other seemingly benign topics. Men stars Jessie Buckley, Rory Kinnear, Paapa Essiedu, and Gayle Rankin. Directed by Alex Garland. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Hey...you wanna see Paul Rudd's pubes? Well, you've come to the right podcast! That's right, this week we're taking things back to 2003 with the abhorrent The Shape of Things from director Neil LaBute. Never heard of this one and want to watch it? Good luck; the movie has been lost to time, it seems. But don't worry, dear listener; we're here to tell you all about it, and this is one you probably don't need to see. So put on your reversible jackets and grab your Jones Cream Soda because we've got a lot to discuss, including Neil LaBute's apparent issues with women, the problem with art students, and the return of the Dorito's discussion. All of this and more with your hosts Dustin, Mallie, and Jathan, plus returning guest Ashley McGlothren! You can check out Southern Haunts and Oh, That’s a Scary Movie on Apple Podcasts or wherever get your podcasts. The Shape of Things stars Paul Rudd, Rachel Weisz, Gretchen Mol, and Fred Weller. Directed by Neil LaBute. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

This week on the program, we're granting the wishes for those of you who want more schlocky horror movies covered on the show. This time it's none other than 1997's Wishmaster. Candyman, Jason, and Freddy all starring in the same flick? Well...sort of. Tune in as Dustin and Nathan choose their words carefully while they discuss the movie, plus the worst name to yell when you're panicking, what defines a "wish", the struggles with becoming a GMILF, and more callbacks than you can shake a stick at. If you can't beat them, burn them, bay-beeee! Wishmaster stars Tammy Lauren, Andrew Divoff, Kane Hodder, Tony Todd, and Robert Englund. Directed by Robert Kurtzman. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

If we say we have a great episode for you to kick off your 2023 with, you will agree. While you're out there working on your New Year's resolutions, we'll be in the derricks discussing 2007's There Will Be Blood. It's still (unsurprisingly) one of the greatest films of all time and deserves a rewatch. So lace up your old boots and grab your milkshakes cause we've got a lot to discuss, including the inherent problem twins must have faced in the Old West, debunking dumb fan theories, choosing a side in the battle between this film and No Country for Old Men, and much, much more. Drink it up! There Will be Blood stars Daniel Day-Lewis, Paul Dano, Kevin J. O'Connor, Ciaran Hinds, Dillon Freasier, Sydney McCallister, David Willis, David Warshofsky, Colton Woodward, Sunday Colleen Foy, and Russell Harvard. Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Even though we're officially beyond Christmas, you've still got one last present to open from your friends at The Silver Linings Playlist. What better time than now to discuss the "forbidden" Batman movie? That's right, we're diving into 1992's Batman Returns from Tim Burton. This one's got it all: sleazy Danny DeVito, sexual Michelle Pfeiffer, and a sulking Michael Keaton. What's not to love? Let us fill your void as we discuss all the great moments in this jam-packed episode. Plus, topics on how a certain former president modeled his entire persona after Max Shreck, Mr. Freeze's secret cameo, the McDonalds Happy Meal tie-in fiasco, and much more are all waiting for you. Batman Returns stars Michael Keaton, Danny DeVito, and Michelle Pfeiffer. Directed by Tim Burton. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

We've covered some bad movies on this show during our 6-year run, but nothing has even come close to this. For the first time ever, we are asking - nay, imploring - you all not to watch this movie before hearing our episode (or even afterwards.) 365 Days is pure, unadulterated garbage, and not just in its poor direction and performances; it sets a dangerous precedent. With all that being said, we do our best to bring you the same energetic, fun, and silly podcast for your listening pleasure. So strap in as we discuss the paper-thin plot, plus why you can't make the beach sexy, AI generated music, getting Zapruder'd with a magic bullet, and a ton more. Again, please don't watch this movie. Warning: this episode covers the topic of sexual assault, Stockholm Syndrome, and other acts of domestic abuse. If you or someone you know is experiencing anything related to these acts, we encourage you to seek help. The National Sexual Assault Hotline can be reached 24/7 at 1-800-656-4673 and the National Domestic Violence Hotline can also be reached 24/7 at 1-800-799-7233. 365 Days stars Anna-Maria Sieklucka, Michele Morrone, Bronisław Wrocławski, Otar Saralidze, Magdalena Lamparska, and Natasza Urbańska. Directed by Barbara Bialowas and Tomasz Mandes. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

If you can believe it, this week marks the 20th anniversary of the release of one of the greatest films of all time. We're of course talking about The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers from the great Peter Jackson. What more can be said about this movie that hasn't been said a thousand times over already? Well, apparently, we've got 2 hours’ worth of things to say. So grab your pipe-weed, mount your warg, and ride out with us as we tear into the movie along with discussions about where to put the one F-bomb in each film of the trilogy, Nancy Reagan's role in the film, our thoughts on The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season 1, and a ton more. The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers stars Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Brad Dourif, and Cate Blanchett. Directed by Peter Jackson. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda

The violence continues in our episode this week, but in a much less glorified way. That's right, we're back in Cronenberg Town as we crack open 2005's A History of Violence. While there's much less body horror to be found in this one as opposed to David Cronenberg's other works, there's still a ton of gruesome acts of...well, violence. So grab a cup of COFFEE! and settle in as returning guest Josh Browning from The VHS Files sits down with Nathan and Dustin to discuss the film, as well as our love for lemon meringue pie (as well as which one of us has never tried it), the pros and cons of 69ing, the Academy Award Winning Suicide Squad (it hurts to even type those words), and a ton more. You can check out The VHS Files on YouTube and Apple Podcasts. A History of Violence stars Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, William Hurt, Ed Harris, Ashton Holmes, Heidi Hayes, Peter MacNeill, Stephen McHattie, and Greg Bryk. Directed by David Cronenberg. If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well! Follow us on Twitter Catch up with us on Instagram Watch clips on TikTok Subscribe on YouTube Join the discussion on our subreddit Brought to you by HOLY Propaganda