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Podcast: Retro Blood
Episode: Retro Blood 181: American Gothic (1988)
Description: James Kline and J.H. Alison wrap up Killer Island Month with one of the strangest films yet—American Gothic! This twisted backwoods horror flick brings old-time religion, creepy man-children, and deadly family values to an isolated island.
The episode kicks off with quick thoughts on the film’s eerie theme, its bizarre portrayal of religious extremism, and its unforgettable cast of characters. Then, in the Retro Blood weekly history segment, James breaks down a 1988 Prime Time Wrestling main event featuring Andre the Giant & Rick Rude vs. Jake "The Snake" Roberts & Hacksaw Jim Duggan. Meanwhile, Alison dives into...