Should you watch this? with The Popcorn Priest

Behind the Reel: A Conversation with Kyle Weingart & Cast
In this episode of Should You Watch This with the Popcorn Priest, we continue our Behind the Reel series with a conversation about the making of ‘Cuisine de la 'Pocalypse’. Joined by director Kyle Weingart, actor Zuzu Weingart, and lead actor Kevin Jack, we talk about the origins of the story, collaboration on set, performance, tone, and the creative risks that come with independent filmmaking.
This is not a traditional review — it’s a behind-the-scenes look at how the film came together, what the cast and crew hoped to explore, and what they want audiences to take away after watching.
🎬 A thoughtful, honest conversation about process, storytelling, and the art of making movies.

We’re going full spoiler mode. In Part 2 of our Scream 2 (1997) review, Chris Compton (The Popcorn Priest) and "JJ" break down what it really takes to survive a sequel — on screen and behind the scenes.
This episode dives deep into Scream 2’s meta-narrative, bigger body count, and the pressure of following up one of the most influential horror films ever made. From leaked scripts and secret endings to character arcs and sequel logic, we unpack how Wes Craven raised the stakes without losing the fun.
In this episode:
🍿 Popcorn Trivia – leaked scripts, secret killers, and production chaos
😤 Popcorn Beefs & Puzzles – sequel logic, pacing, and horror rules
🩸 Sequel Survival Rules – bigger kills, higher stakes, and false safety
🎭 Cast & Performances – Neve Campbell’s brutal shoot and standout moments
😂 Meta Horror – when the movie knows it’s a sequel
🏆 Golden Bucket Rating – does Scream 2 stick the landing?
The body count is higher. The rules are trickier. And assuming the killer is dead is still a bad idea.
🎧 Press play — and see if Scream 2 survives its own sequel rules.

Ghostface is back — and this time, the rules have changed. In Part 1 of our Scream 2 (1997) review, The Popcorn Priest and JJ dive into Wes Craven’s follow-up to one of the most influential horror films of all time.
This spoiler-free episode explores how Scream 2 tackles sequel expectations, leans harder into meta commentary, and somehow goes bigger without losing what made the original work.
In this episode:
🍿 5 Reasons to Watch – why Scream 2 is one of the rare horror sequels that actually works
📊 Popcorn by the Numbers – budget, box office, and sequel-sized stakes
📝 Popcorn Reviews the Reviews – IMDb praise, hate, and everything in between
🔪 Sequel Rules – when horror starts playing by new rules
Whether you’re revisiting Woodsboro or watching for the first time, this episode sets the table for even more Ghostface chaos.
🎧 Listen now — before the sequel rules kick in.

Ghostface is back — and this time we’re going full spoiler mode. In Part 2 of our Scream (1996) review, The Popcorn Priest and "Ghostface" JJ dives into the best horror trivia, the smartest meta moments, and why this movie still slices through the genre almost 30 years later.
We talk self-aware horror, the rules of surviving a slasher, and where Scream lands on the all-time horror list. Plus: Popcorn Trivia, Popcorn Beefs, Popcorn Puzzles, and the final Golden Bucket rating.
Here’s what we cover:
🍿 Popcorn Trivia — behind-the-scenes shocks, fun facts & Ghostface lore
😤 Popcorn Beefs — the nitpicks and the “really?” moments
🧩 Popcorn Puzzles — the lingering mysteries & what-if questions
😂 Self-Aware Horror — why witty, meta films hit different
🏆 Golden Bucket Award — does Scream earn the top spot?
🙏 Thank You to Listeners — and a reminder: watch movies at your own pace
Scream changed horror forever — now let’s unmask why.
🎧 Listen now before Ghostface calls…
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Grab your popcorn and lock the doors — The Popcorn Priest and "JJ" are diving into one of the most iconic horror films ever made: Scream (1996).
In this spoiler-free first part, we explore how Wes Craven reinvented the slasher genre with razor-sharp writing, meta humor, unforgettable performances, and an opening scene that changed horror forever. Drew Barrymore, Neve Campbell, Ghostface… this movie had no right being this clever.
Here’s what we break down:
🔪 Reinventing Horror – why Scream blew up the ’90s horror formula
🎬 Wes Craven’s Direction – the master returns with something totally new
📊 Popcorn by the Numbers – budget, box office, production challenges
😱 Iconic Moments – the opening scene, the rules of horror, and Ghostface
😂 Horror + Comedy – how the film balances scares with self-awareness
💬 Our First-Time Stories – how Scream shaped our love of horror
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or watching it for the first time, Scream still slashes through expectations nearly 30 years later.
🎧 Listen now — before Ghostface calls.

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