Attack of the Killer Objects!
A lighthearted horror movie podcast that explores films featuring killer objects. Each episode dives into the absurd and entertaining world of inanimate things that come to life to terrorize people. The show balances humor with genuine appreciation for the genre's creativity.
Episodes
Ep. 42: Whistle (2026) with Bad Critic
Bad Critic Eli returns to discuss yet another new killer object film, Whistle. This one has it all: drugs, an Aztec death whistle, Nick Frost, Final Destination style deaths, cute girls kissing, a shocking lack of adults, and SO MUCH MORE! Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 41: Return of the Killer Tomatoes (1988) w/ The Family Frights Podcast
Mary returns and brings her kiddo, Neo along to promote their new podcast, The Family Frights Podcast! We discussed Return of the Killer Tomatoes, but unfortunately You can't hear Mary and Neo for most of that. They were gracious enough to send audio to help with that, which worked out anyway, bc they watched Attack of the Killer Tomatoes the first time instead of Return. Anyway, still a fun lit
BONUS: WITWWOC presents: Hausu (1977)
Since I've had some technical difficulties as well as just being super busy with work, I don't have new AOTKO for you just this second, but this is an episode of my other podcast, What in the Wide World of Cinema?! This was our 2nd episode about 1977's Hausu, with my friend, comedian, Trent Manning. If you've never seen Hausu, I strongly recommend it. If you have, then you know why I thought it
Ep. 40: La Cabina (1972) with Keith McNally (no not THAT one)
Keith returns to discuss another somewhat obscure film, 1972's La Cabina from Spain. The film is an allegory for living under Franco's facist regime, but you can also pretend that phone booths are sentient beasts, if ya want. (It's not a serious read, but I think it's fun) Plus, Keith talks about his travels around Asia, that OTHER Keith McNally, and the line between Wikipedia and AI. Visit ww
Ep. 39: Companion (2025) w/ Scott Harding of The You Run Podcast
The You Run Podcast network's Scott Harding is back at long last to discuss another killer object with a face, this one just happens to have Sophie Thatcher's. Companion (2025) is the topic of today's episode. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 38: CarousHELL the 2nd w/ Steve Rudzinski and Aleen Isley
This episode, Steve Rudzinski and Aleen Isley of Silver Spotlight Productions join me to discuss their sequel to CarousHELL, CarousHELL the 2nd. We deviate a bit from the norm this episode since I didn't want to tell them their own movie scene by scene. So Enjoy a sort of free form discussion about the film followed by the good ole superlative segment. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acas
Ep. 37: The Monkey (2025) with Bad Critic
Eli joins Anastasia yet again to talk about another hot off the reels movie, Oz Perkin's The Monkey. It's going to be a bloody good time. Play the episode. See what happens. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 36: The Chair (2023) w/ This Girl Loves Horror
Becky (from The Girl and the Gay Podcast and IG:This.girl.loves.horror) returns to discuss a very different film than last time. This time we're discussing an evil chair in Curry Barker's The Chair. The Chair is available to watch for free on youtube! https://youtu.be/mhazCS14Tas?si=eNXQYQNOtldu_HxJVisit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 35: Idle Hands (1999) with Rene Rivas
On this episode, Anastasia is joined by filmmaker, Rene Rivas, to discuss the 1999 teen cult classic, Idle Hands. Between Devon Sawa, Seth Green, and The Offspring, the late 90s nostalgia reaches critical levels.For more from Rene: http://www.renerivas.com/filmmakingand keep an eye out for his new short film, Rejected! : https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27911397/Rejected! is now available to watch on
Ep. 34: CarousHELL (2016) with Horror VS Reality
Kendrah from Horror VS Reality joins Anastasia to discuss CarousHELL! It's gonna be the HORNiest killer unicorn movie you've ever heard about. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 33: Attack of the Killer Donuts (2016) w/ This Girl Loves Horror
Becky (This.girl.loves.horror on IG) from The Girl and the Gay joins Ana to discuss 2016's Attack of the Killer Donuts. We laugh a lot at this corny but highly entertaining film. Plus, it has C. Thomas Howell!Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 32: Oddity (2024) with BadCritic
Eli returns to discuss yet another super new film, 2024's Oddity. So grab your best revenge doll or haunted bell, and don't leave your front door open for any length of time. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 31: Child's Play 2 (1990) w/ What's Your (Least) Favorite Scary Movie?
This episode, Anastasia is joined by Jessie and Trav of What's Your (Least) favorite Scary Movie? to discuss the second installment in the Child's Play Franchise. Doll Batter, billy bagging, and Good Guy Paul Rudd! Oh MY!Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 30: Black Devil Doll From Hell (1984) w/ Justin Harlan
Anastasia is joined by her old Reddit Horror Club 2 co-host, Justin Harlan (The Farsighted) to discuss Chester Novell Turner's infamous SOV film, Black Devil Doll from Hell. So wake up Bitch! and have a listen. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 29: Oculus (2013) with Cine-ful Cuts
Shannon and Sean of Cineful Cuts join Anastasia to chat about Mike Flanagan's film about a killer mirror, Oculus. Whatever you do folks, always, always listen to your pets. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 28: Battle Heater (1989) with What in the Wide World of Cinema?!
Kait joins Ana yet again, this time to talk about the criminally under-seen Japanese cult film, Battle Heater (1989). Plus, Kait and Ana muse on the naivete of youth; and when is too much poo talk?Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 27: Benny Loves You (2019) with Let's Talk Horror
BP of Let's Talk Horror returns to discuss this cute little murderous indie gem. Plus! An extra special surprise guest. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 26: Jack Frost (1997) with What in the Wide World of Cinema!?
Kait returns to discuss a horror Christmas classic, Jack Frost (1997)... not to be confused with the Michael Keaton film of the same name. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 25: The Killing Tree (2022) with LivvSpooky
Olivia (@livvspookyofficial) returns to help lift your holiday spirits as we roast this train wreck of a Christmas horror flick. Sound Effect from PixabayVisit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 24: Deadwax (2018) pt. 2 w/ What in the Wide World of Cinema?!
Kait returns to finish discussing the short series about obsession and a killer record.Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 23: Deadwax (2018) pt. 1 w/ What in the Wide World of Cinema?!
Ana is joined by Kait, her co-host from her new podcast, What in the Wide World of Cinema?! In this episode they discuss the first 5 episodes of the short series, Deadwax, about a mythical...killer record...that you just GOTTA hear.Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Introducing: What in the Wide World of Cinema?!
Here's the first episode of Anastasia's new podcast, What in the Wide World of Cinema?! like and Subscribe to catch all new episodes twice monthly. More AOTKO later this month. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 22: In Fabric (2018) with Keith McNally
Keith returns yet again, this time to discuss the hypnotic killer dress movie, In Fabric. Full of gorgeous sound design, bizarre imagery, and kills that come out of nowhere. Seriously, go listen to Cavern of Anti-Matter's OST to this movie. Make your next walk feel mysterious like a giallo. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 21: Killer Piñata (2015) with Stephen Lamontana
Stephen Lamontana, director and cowriter of Killer Piñata joins Anastasia to discuss the ends and outs and movie magic of his microbudget masterpiece. Plus, info behind Bride of the Killer Piñata as well! You can stream Killer Piñata right now on Tubi (and other places, but the Tubi version is the best version).Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati
Ep. 20: Trilogy of Terror: Amelia (1975) w/ Horror VS Reality
Morgan, Ana's Horror VS Reality co-host, joins Ana to discuss one of the most talked about TV movie's of all time, particularly the infamous segment, Amelia, which features a vicious Zuni Fetish Doll out for blood. Plus, Karen Black, Richard Mathis, Twilight Zone and more.Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 19: Child's Play (1988) w/ Scott of The You Run Podcast
Celebrate the horror icon, Chucky, with Anastasia and guest, Scott, of The You Run Podcast, as they discuss 1988's Child's Play! Plus, Scott and Ana disagree on what is the weakest film of the franchise; Ana manages to faint again; and Scott has a big announcement. Check out our merch store! https://horror-vs-reality-merch.myspreadshop.com/ This is our official merch store for both this podcast an
Ep. 18: Maximum Overdrive (1986) with @CrimewithKendrah
Kendrah (IG: @crimewithkendrah) is back for a 3rd time to discuss the cocaine-fueled cult classic, Maximum Overdrive. Plus, Heaven's Gate, Fight Club and more!Visit our Merch store! https://horror-vs-reality-merch.myspreadshop.com/Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 17: Pin (1988) with Keith McNally
Keith is back for a 3rd visit, this time to discuss the underseen Canadian gem, Pin. Plus, We imagine a sequel to Pin; 2 parties but just one birthday; The last Of Us and much much more.Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 16: Killer Condom (1996) with LivvSpooky
Join Anastasia and Olivia (Livvspooky) as they discuss 1996's Killer Condom, a killer horror comedy with a heart...and teeth...and a massive penis. (Note: The version of "Killing Me Softly with his Song" featured in Killer Condom IS the Roberta Flack version. I refer to it as The Fugee's version in the episode which is unfortunately a flub on my part. - Ana)Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on
Ep. 15: Ferat Vampire (1982) with Billie of The Nothing To Fear Podcast
Anastasia is joined by Billie from the Nothing to Fear Podcast to discuss perhaps one of the weirdest films we've discussed yet on the show. It's a Czechoslovakian vampire car movie! However, it's not what you expect. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 14: Chopping Mall (1986) with Lady Crysis
Mary returns for a 3rd time to discuss one of the most fun 80s-tastic killer object films ever made. Plus, Mary's homework is to finally watch Eating Raoul and Night of the Comet. This one has it all, lasers, killer robots, tits and it all takes place in a mall. Check it out.Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 13: M3gan (2023) with Bad Critic
Eli (ig:@badcritic_) joins Anastasia to discuss the smash hit film, M3gan. After this episode 2 things are certain, M3gan is a sneaky little scamp, and The Exorcism of Emily Rose was a major letdown.Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 12: Amityville 4: The Evil Escapes (1989) w/ Livvspooky
Youtuber livvspooky aka Olivia is back for a 3rd time to discuss the 4th Amityville Horror film. This time the killer is a demonic lamp from the infamous Amityville Horror house. Plus, Liv likes matching actors' eyes; parrot-shaped elephants in the kitchen; and Ana scrutinizes Helen's gag gift budget.Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 11: Christine (1983) w/ Kendrah O.
Kendrah returns for her second time on the pod to discuss one of the best killer object films ever made: The John Carpenter adaptation of Stephen King's Christine. And oh boy, is she one jealous killer car.Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 10: Bed of the Dead (2016) w/ Keith McNally
Keith returns to discuss Bed of the Dead, a film that was better in theory than execution. Plus! Keith has almost finished his novel, vampire knitting circles and much more!Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 9: The Lift (1983) w/ Keith McNally
Ana has Keith McNally of XO and the How to Write A Novel Podcast on to discuss the Dutch cult classic about a killer elevator, The Lift. Plus! Keith and Ana prefer The Ring to Ringu; Keith vows to find a copy of the remake of this film; and more!Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 8: The Gingerdead Man (2005) with Lady Crysis
Lady Crysis joins Anastasia again to discuss 2005's Gingerdead man. And oh, boy he is one snarky killer cookie. Plus, plot holes and Sam Raimi kills the Pillsbury Doughboy!Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 7: The Stuff (1985) with LadyCrysis
Ana has the marvelous LadyCrysis on to discuss The Stuff and fun related facts about the film. Fish Foam, Arsenio and Patrick Dempsey...oh my!Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 6: Puppetmaster (1989) with Let's Talk Horror
Bp is back to discuss Puppetmaster with Anastasia. Together they share in a disdain for the human characters and a great love for the puppet, Blade. Check it out.Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 5: Rubber (2010) w/ Let's Talk Horror
BP of Let's Talk Horror joins Anastasia to discuss the wonderful absurdity that is Rubber, a self aware film about Robert the telekinetic killer tire. It's an ode to doing things for no reason at all. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 4: Magic (1978) with Kendrah
VENTRILOQUIST MONTH CONTINUES: Join Ana with Guest Kendrah (IG & tiktok: @crimewithkendrah) to discuss 1978's Magic starring Anthony Hopkins and Ann Margaret. This dummy has a dirty sense of humor and plays even dirtier. Plus! Learn the weird coincidence that links both Kendrah and Ana to this film. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform
Ep. 3 Dead Silence (2007) w/ Wednesday, Wine and Horror
Ana has Heather from Wednesday, Wine and Horror on to discuss 2007's Dead Silence, James Wan, our mutual disdain for ventriloquist dummies, and more.Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 2 Attack of the Killer Tomatoes (1978) w/ Olivia Wilson
Ana has Olivia back for a second time to discuss the cult classic, Attack of the Killer Tomatoes, which is not only a horror comedy but a horror musical on top of it all. You won't want to miss all of the "ketchuptastic" commentary. Visit www.objectsofcinema.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep.1: Killer Sofa (2019) w/ Olivia Wilson
In the first episode, Anastasia (Horror VS Reality), has Olivia Wilson (Blood Guts and Boos, Livv Spooky) on to discuss the ridiculous film, Killer Sofa from New Zealand. They discuss the plot of the film along with some of their favorite kills, characters, laughs and wtf moments. Plus, Ana divulges some fun facts about the film's production. intro music: AOTKO theme by Anastasia ByrdOutro Music
