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    MaXXXine Review With the “How I Met Your Monster” Podcast – The Cinematic Schematic

    July 17, 2024
    MaXXXine
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    The Cinematic Schematic returns from our post-deadCenter 2024 mid-summer hiatus to review the conclusion of Ti West’s accidental “X” trilogy, MaXXXine. It wouldn’t be a proper review of one of the most anticipated horror films of the year without extra special guests.

    Guests: Caleb Masters (Upper Left), Laron Chapman (Upper Right), Casey Brewer (Bottom Left), Danny Salemme (Bottom Middle), and Zach Wincik (Bottom Right)

    Introducing the How I Met Your Monster Podcast Hosts

    Timestamp: 1:26

    It wouldn’t be a proper review of one of the most anticipated horror films of the year without extra special guests. The How I Met Your Monster podcast crew joins us to explore the shrills and thrills found in Ti West’s accidental horror trilogy.

    On each episode of How I Met Your Monster, hosts Zach Wincik, Danny Salemme, and Casey Brewer cover how the world was introduced to their favorite monsters! From the original film to the umpteenth sequel, they discuss all the creative ways that horror filmmakers kept them coming back to meet our monsters.

    It’s an honor to welcome them!


    Icebreaker Questions

    Timestamp: 12:07

    In the icebreaker section, we discuss:

    • Question: What is the most recent film you watched?
    • Question: What is your pitch for the decade, horror subgenre, and one supporting cast member for a fourth entry of Ti West’s “X” series?

    MaXXXine Spoiler-Free Review

    Timestamp: 41:14

    In this spoiler-free review, we cover:

    • Our overall thoughts on the film
    • What worked (or didn’t) about the all-star supporting cast
    • Our letter-grade verdicts
    • Alternate media recommendations

    Spoiler-Filled Discussion

    Timestamp: 1:26:43

    In our spoiler section, we talk about:

    • Who was behind the murders and what it means for Maxine
    • Closing the Loop on the Journey of Pearl / Maxine Minx
    • Who was the real monster in MaXXXine all along?

    The “X” series starting with X and Pearl has been a joyride through different decades and horror subgenres. Can Ti West bring this portrait of fame, desire, and violence to a satisfying close? Tune in for our verdicts!


    Special Guests – How I Met Your Monster Podcast

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    Zach Wincik

    Host / Producer

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    Danny Salemme

    Co-Host

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    Casey Brewer

    Co-Host

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    About MaXXXine

    According to IMDB, MaXXXine is described as:

    In 1980s Hollywood, adult film star and aspiring actress Maxine Minx finally gets her big break. But as a mysterious killer stalks the starlets of Hollywood, a trail of blood threatens to reveal her sinister past.


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    Caleb Masters
    Caleb Masters is a lifelong film and pop culture enthusiast with more than 10 years experience in writing, podcasting and video production. When he's not running The Cinematropolis or hosting The Cinematic Schematic podcast, Masters serves as an active member of the Oklahoma Film Critic's Circle where he currently serves as Vice President. He also loves video games. Follow him @CMastersTalk on Letterboxd, Instagram, or X.
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