This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we discuss how a new wave of young horror directors is dominating the modern box office and reshaping the future of genre filmmaking. From indie breakthroughs to franchise hits, we break down why horror continues to be one of Hollywood’s most reliable genres.
Then we dive into our full review of Spider-Noir Season 1, discussing the show’s stylish black-and-white aesthetic, performances, connections to the Spider-Verse, and whether the series delivers on its ambitious concept.
We wrap things up with What Are We Watching?, featuring classic cult films, streaming thrillers, and new series from Apple TV+ and Netflix.
⏱️ Timestamps
(0:00) This week on the show!
(1:25) Welcome to The Jock and Nerd Podcast!
(2:35) Young Horror Directors Rule Box Office
(39:06) Promos
(40:38) Join The Patreon Fan Club!
(41:34) Spider-Noir Season 1 Review
(1:16:25) What are we watching?
📺 What Are We Watching?
- The Legend of Billie Jean (1985)
- Jack Ryan: Ghost War (Amazon)
- Widow’s Bay (Apple TV+)
- The Boroughs (Netflix)
- Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed (Apple TV+)
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