Should you watch this? with The Popcorn Priest

Ever wonder what really goes on behind the scenes of Hollywood horror?
In this special Behind the Reel episode of Should You Watch This with The Popcorn Priest, Chris sits down with horror author and screenwriter Eric Miller to talk about his 30+ year journey in the industry — from VHS-era horror to modern storytelling.
We dive into the evolution of horror, why the genre resonates so deeply, and how it balances fear, humor, and humanity. Eric also shares insights from his new novel Whatever Happened to Uncle Ed?, blending horror, mystery, and humor in a way that even non-horror fans can enjoy.
In this episode:
🍿 30+ years of Hollywood horror insights
📼 The return of physical media and why it matters
🧠 Why horror reflects society and helps us face our fears
🎬 Writing for film vs novels
📖 Whatever Happened to Uncle Ed? deep dive
🎥 Can this story become a movie or series?
Whether you're a horror fan or just curious about storytelling, this episode goes beyond the screen.
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It’s time to look back.
In this special Year in Review episode of Should You Watch This with the Popcorn Priest, Chris is joined by Sacklunch to break down the movies of 2025 — the hits, the misses, and the ones we might have gotten wrong.
We revisit:
🍿 Our biggest surprises and disappointments🎬 Action classics like Cobra, The Rock, and Face/Off🤠 Western standouts like High Plains Drifter🔪 Horror revisits including Halloween (1978)🎭 Iconic performances and unforgettable moments🧩 Easter eggs and hidden connections across films
And most importantly:
Did our ratings hold up… or do we owe some movies an apology?
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Ghostface returns — and we saw Scream 7 in IMAX on opening weekend.
In this special episode of Should You Watch This with the Popcorn Priest, Chris and JJ break from their normal two-part review format to deliver their immediate spoiler reaction to the newest chapter in the Scream franchise.
We discuss:
🍿 Our reasons to watch (or skip) the latest installment
🔪 The film’s wild kills and creative set pieces
🎬 Why the IMAX experience makes the movie hit harder
👻 The return of legacy characters like Sidney and Dewey
📊 Box office milestones and the franchise hitting the billion-dollar mark
🧩 Killer motives, Easter eggs, and connections to the original film
🎭 Behind-the-scenes drama and what it means for the future of Scream
Where does Scream 7 land in our franchise rankings?
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In Part 2 of our Scream 6 deep dive, The Priest and JJ go full spoiler mode — unpacking leaks, lame reveals, questionable logic, and whether this is the weakest chapter in the franchise.
We break down:
🔫 Shotgun Ghostface — yes, really🩸 Over-the-top violence & desensitization🏛️ The Ghostface shrine (cooler than the movie?)🎭 Sydney’s absence and franchise future🧩 Plot holes, costume changes & logic beefs🎬 Final verdict — does it deserve the hate?
Is Scream 6 bold… or bloated?
And what does this mean for Scream 7?
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Ghostface leaves Woodsboro… and heads to New York City.
In Part 1 of our Scream 6 review, The Priest and JJ break down the franchise’s biggest swing yet — bigger city, bigger body count, and arguably bigger plot armor.
We cover:
🍿 Spoiler-light plot overview & character critique🩸 The highest body count in franchise history🎬 Easter eggs & legacy callbacks📊 Box office performance and critical reception📏 Franchise rules — followed or completely ignored?🏙️ “New York, New Rules” — does it work?
With strong audience scores and mixed critical reactions, is Scream 6 a worthy continuation — or is the Core Four becoming invincible?
Press play and decide for yourself.
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