Episode 084: Jackals (2017)

Genre Exposure: A Film Podcast

In this episode, we dive back in for some horror. This time Dustin has selected a film that he feels has fallen through the cracks. So is it an under seen gem or wallowing in deserved obscurity? Tune in to find out as we delve into the story of one dysfunctional family's downfall set against the 80s as they struggle to free their family member from the grips of a malicious death cult. Join us as we check out Kevin Greutert's Jackals from 2017. Jason picks apart a long list of derivative similarities. Dustin drills in with some Manson Family and Satanic Panic connections. But before all that, Jason has some recent streaming miniseries to discuss and Dustin dishes on the latest Error 4444 releases. And so much more!

Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com)

What We've Been Watching:
-Jason: Masters of the Air (2024) & Shogun (2024) & Out There Halloween Mega Tape (2022)
-Dustin: Scissor Penis (2019) & Run and Kill (1993)

Show Notes:
-Jackals Trailer
-Stream Jackals on Tubi
-Go check out all the other fine shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network
-Go check out Bret and Tony with Ash and Abe's episode on Mr. Boogedy
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Next Time:
Possum (2018)