
ScaryCrit: A Black Horror Podcast
ScaryCrit exists to shine a light on the often underappreciated and groundbreaking contributions of Black filmmakers, actors, and storytellers to the horror genre. From classic masterpieces to bone-chilling releases, we're here to celebrate the powerful narratives, cultural influences, and unique perspectives that define Black horror.
Whether you're a seasoned fan or new to the genre, our podcast is your guide to discovering hidden gems, exploring social commentary, and embracing the terrifying brilliance of Black folk in horror.
With in-depth analyses and behind-the-scenes insights, our podcast offers a front-row seat to the terror. Tune in every other Thursday as Lauren and Jared unpack Blackness in horror... or the lack-there-of.
ScaryCrit: A Black Horror Podcast
Pure Un-imagination - Imaginary (2024)
A day late, but not a dollar short!
In Episode 107, J & L discuss the horror-effort Imaginary (2024), getting into the many disconnected subplots, what genre the film could've really benefitted from, and the fact that this film is a movie that just...happens. Ideas and concepts, y'all. Ideas and concepts...
Disclaimer: We love you, DeWanda Wise (and Issa Rae)!!! And we know it's pronounced MAHN-guh—y'all know's J's heart.
Timestamps
4:04 - Negronomicon
32:14 - Crit
01:20:52 - Final Curls
Gems from E107
- Imaginary (2024)
- Sinners (2025)
- Fruitvale Station (2013)
- Black Panther (2018)
- Love & Basketball (2000)
- The Substance (2024)
- The People Under the Stairs (1991)
- Get Out (2017)
- Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019)
- A Minecraft Movie (2025)
- Despicable Me 3 (2017)
- Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022)
- The X-Files (1993, television series)
- The Twilight Zone (2019, television series)
- Muder, She Wrote (1984, television series)
- Black Mirror (2011, television series)
- The Woman in the Yard (2025)
- Truth or Dare (2018)
- Kick Ass 2 (2013)
- The Curse of Bridge Hollow (2022)
- Ted (2012)
- She’s Gotta Have It (2017, television series)
- Jurassic World: Dominion (2022)
- Coraline (2009)
- Don't Look Under the Bed (1999)
- Hide and Seek (2005)
- The Front Room (2024)
- Heart Eyes (2025)
- Companion (2025)
- Parasite (2019)
- Deep Blue Sea (1999)
- Pan’s Labyrinth (2006)
- The Boogeyman (2023)
- The Monkey (2025)
- Danger Girl (upcoming film)
- Charlie’s Angels (2000)
- Totally Spies (2001, animated series)
- Resident Evil: Village (2021, video game)
- Monster’s We Make (CoryxKenshin, New Edyn Press, 2024, Print)