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Ep 271: Ode to “Scream” (1996, Wes Craven) Harper Bazaar’s #1 Best Halloween Film

In this final installment of their Halloween series for 2025, Laura and Stephen discuss the iconic horror film “Scream,” directed by Wes Craven. They delve into its meta-commentary on the horror genre, its memorable characters like Ghostface, Sidney Prescott, and Gale Weathers, and how it subverted the established rules of slasher films. The hosts also touch on the film's impact on the horror genre, its timeless appeal, and why it remains a standout classic. The episode wraps up with musings on the cultural significance of the movie and notes on how well it holds up over time.

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