The Cellar (2024) gets the Streamin’ Demons treatment! Jo & Amelie unpack Meghan Adara's powerhouse performance, clever low-budget scares, psychological depth, and that head-scratching ending we still can't fully explain. From bra-escape ingenuity to realistic jump scares and beautiful lighting in tight spaces, this indie horror delivers big. We both loved how proactive and relatable the lead feels—no helpless victim here. Perfect slow-burn thriller that's way more entertaining than most Hollywood flicks these days. Check it out at https://linktr.ee/EmptyhellWe are Amazon Affiliates—as an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases if you click and buy through our links.

KEY MOMENTS

• Opening chaos – Jo riffs on discovering this gem via the R.I.P. Man team, late-night watch vibes, and Joe Bob Briggs auction madness
• Main plot or twist – Abigail wakes imprisoned with amnesia; smart escapes (yes, including THAT bra moment) and narrative flashes to AA meetings keep the pacing tight
• Character study – Meghan Adara carries the film with killer body language and zero victim tropes—proactive, realistic, award-worthy
• Jo’s big take – Lighting and sound done RIGHT (unlike some dark messes we've suffered), plus comparisons to Moon/Inception for cerebral rewatchability
• Amelie’s reflection – Jump scares that actually work, beautiful location details, no CGI overload—just situational tension and entertainment
• WTF moment – That ambiguous, snake-tinged ending...

Dawn of the Dogman gets the full Streamin’ Demons treatment! Jo (Wisconsin native) and Amelie (French folklore queen) unpack Seth Breedlove’s gripping new documentary on the legendary Michigan Dogman—eyewitness stories, historical roots, and a heartfelt tribute to the late Linda Godfrey. From possible misidentified bears to Native lore and straight-up interdimensional vibes, we loved how it lets YOU decide what’s lurking in the Northwoods. Our first doc together flew by in 77 minutes of gorgeous landscapes, smart interviews, and zero agenda-pushing. Perfect chill date-night watch that’ll make you question every shadow in the forest.

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KEY MOMENTS

Opening chaos – Jo admits he was blindsided by Linda Godfrey’s passing mid-watch—total gut punch

Main plot or twist – The origin of the infamous 1987 radio song that accidentally birthed a legend

Character study – Linda Godfrey’s warm, open-minded interviews steal the show (RIP legend)

Jo’s big take – “If you grew up in the Northwoods like me, some of these stories feel WAY too real”

Amelie’s reflection – Ties Dogman to French folklore like La Bête du Gévaudan and the “lougarou” connection...(Jo hopes he typed any of those words correctly)

WTF moment – Armed kids on a family shotgun patrol—peak rural America energy

Jo and Amelie rip into Influencers (2025) on Shudder, the razor-sharp sequel that makes you cheer for the villain. A lesbian couple’s romantic French getaway turns into a nightmare when an unhinged influencer won’t take 'leave us alone' for an answer. We lose our minds over the authentic French vibes (Amelie spotted her old castles!), the hateably perfect toxic characters, and how this movie makes you wanna yeet every ring-light warrior into the void. Zero forced representation, just real people being messy, murderous, and magnificent. Hour-and-fifty flies by like a scooter in Bali. Grab some wine, lock the door, and watch this NOW. We’re Amazon Affiliates — if you click our links and buy stuff, we get a little kickback (thanks!). Full episode + more unhinged rants at https://linktr.ee/Emptyhell

KEY MOMENTS

• Opening chaos – Jo screams 'I was ROOTING for the bad guy!' within the first five minutes
• That vineyard dinner from hell – Amelie relives every annoying American tourist she’s ever met
• The 'oh my god they actually speak real French' freakout – Amelie loses it over authentic castles & accents
• Jo’s introvert rage – 'If I’m on vacation, DO NOT TALK TO ME' (same, king)
• WTF moment – The twist that had us both yelling at the screen like lunatics
• Theme kicker – Why this sequel made Amelie immediately hunt down Influencer (2022)