Tremors

·1 hr 21 min·5 clips

Kevin Bacon once called 'Tremors' the worst thing he ever did, but now says it's his favorite film and most fun shoot.

The episode begins with host Erin Marlowe introducing the panel and the focus on 'Tremors' as part of Horror Month. Panelists Moth, Paula, and Tiff share their personal connections to the film, including childhood memories and slumber party viewings. They rate 'Tremors' on a scale of one to five graboids, with scores ranging from 4 to 4.5, citing missing goo and character depth as minor critiques. The discussion delves into character analysis, starting with Val (Kevin Bacon), described as having 'golden retriever energy' and a humorous, excitable personality. Erin reveals that Kevin Bacon initially resented the film for financial reasons but later called it his favorite and most fun shoot. Earl (Fred Ward) is portrayed as the wiser, calmer counterpart to Val, with a sibling-like dynamic that avoids romantic competition. Rhonda (Finn Carter) is praised as a smart, capable female character who isn't sexualized, serving as a strong 'final girl' figure. The panel explores the graboid monsters, noting their intelligent design and the film's effectiveness as a horror-comedy entry point for younger viewers. They touch on unanswered questions about the town's 14-person population and Melvin's guardians. The episode includes a segment called 'Six Degrees of Bacon Rock,' connecting Kevin Bacon to actor Finn Wittrock through various film links. Upcoming episodes on 'Arachnophobia' and 'Halloween' are teased, and panelists share their social media and Discord server details.

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A warm fandom review finds its best charge in Val and Earl's comic sibling energy.

The episode is strongest when Erin Marlowe positions the film as horror comedy tilted firmly toward comedy, then lets the conversation settle around Val and Earl.

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Press play when you want Tremors approached as horror comedy, with Val and Earl's bond given room to spark.

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