How to NOT die first in IT (Chapters I & II)

How to NOT die first in IT (Chapters I & II)

Author: 2 Blacks and a Mexican March 17, 2021 Duration: 1:09:22

Oh boy. Stephen King is a strange man.  This week we dive into the movie adaptation of King's classic book, It! Spanning two movies—released in 2017 and 2019, and directed by Andy Muschietti—the story of Pennywise's reign of terror is far more complex than it seems. We discuss kids in peril, big turtles, and cosmic clowns as we try to nail down a rule for surviving It. Also, Derry is trash. 


Ever find yourself yelling at the characters on screen during a horror film, convinced you'd make it to the credits? You're not alone. Survivor's Ed is a weekly dissection of horror cinema hosted by Miles Kelly, Tawny Ochoa, and Chris Paicely-the trio known collectively as 2 Blacks and a Mexican. They're here to channel that backseat-director energy into a practical, if slightly unorthodox, curriculum. Each episode picks apart a horror movie, from classic slashers to modern psychological thrillers, to analyze the fatal mistakes, the near misses, and the rare moments of genuine cleverness. The goal is straightforward: to establish a working set of survival rules gleaned from the genre's countless triumphs and catastrophes. Listening feels like hanging out with your most opinionate friends after a late-night movie, blending sharp reviews with hilarious commentary and genuine curiosity about why certain tropes persist. You'll get their distinct perspectives on character decisions, cinematography, and the cultural fingerprints left on every film they cover. This podcast is for anyone who loves the thrill of a good scare but also can't help but think critically about the chaos unfolding. Join them as they debate, laugh, and ultimately try to ace the final exam no one wants to take in real life.
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