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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
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Casey Brewer
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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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