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Thrill Me Commentary - Freddy Vs Jason (2003)

·1 hr 49 min·5 clips
Two horror fans finally dissect the infamous 2003 monster mashup 'Freddy vs. Jason' after years of development hell.
The episode begins with hosts Adam and Jared introducing their commentary on 'Freddy vs. Jason' from 2003. They briefly digress into recent documentary viewing, including critiques of 'Cult of American Apparel' and discussions about societal behavior during crises like the 'poop cruise.' The main commentary covers the film's opening, noting the use of CGI and Robert Englund's performance. A significant portion debates the casting of Ken Kirzinger as Jason instead of franchise staple Kane Hodder, analyzing the decision's impact on fan reception. The hosts examine the plot's setup, where Freddy resurrects Jason to reignite fear in Springwood. They praise certain elements, like the visual style of director Ronnie Yu and the performances of Monica Keena and Jason Ritter, but criticize the overly bright lighting and poor CGI. The commentary follows key scenes, including the party sequence and the boiler room confrontations. Adam and Jared discuss the film's shift toward comedy and away from horror, particularly in the dream sequences and final fight. They note the writers' effort to merge the franchises' lore despite timeline inconsistencies. The episode concludes with reflections on the film's legacy and what could have been improved, such as darker tones and more expressive Jason acting.

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A rough-edged Freddy Vs Jason rewatch where Springwood's population becomes part of the case.

Thrill Me Commentary - Freddy Vs Jason (2003) follows the crossover through a loose, skeptical exchange that keeps poking at the movie's own rules.

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You can hear Springwood getting stress-tested by Freddy Vs Jason logic, right down to the population math.

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