1/20/25- Join us as we, Esme and our special co-host Jessica D., unravel the psychological twists and turns of "Run Rabbit Run," a film that embraces haunting psychological narratives over traditional scares. Set in the eerie landscapes of Australia, the movie weaves a tale of a fertility doctor Sarah and her daughter, Mia, where family dynamics and a mysterious rabbit stir emotions and evoke questions about reality and guilt.

The conversation takes a riveting turn as we discuss the unsettling family visit that spirals into chaos when Mia's grandmother mistakes her for someone else, unraveling deep-seated family secrets and triggering eerie childhood memories for Sarah. As we piece together this chilling storyline, we explore the symbolic presence of the rabbit and its mysterious influence over Mia, connecting disturbing events and Sarah's haunting past. Our discussion raises intriguing questions about intention, culpability, and whether childhood actions are forgivable or permanently haunting.

In a heart-stirring segment, Jessica shares her own experience with sleep paralysis, leading us into broader questions of the supernatural. Did Jessica's mom come to her from the other side to comfort her? To warn her? Or to possibly cross her over?? This chilling encounter with what seemed like an otherworldly presence fuels a conversation about the blurring lines between reality and the dream world, where entities might lurk in the shadows. As we wrap up, we invite our listeners to reflect on guilt, forgiveness, and the open-ended mysteries of "Run Rabbit Run," urging them to share their interpretations of the film's enigmatic conclusion.

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1/10/25 - Ever wondered how the legacy of horror classics continues to haunt modern cinema? Join Laura and Esme from Chicas Cucuy, as they unravel the mysteries of Robert Eggers' "Nosferatu 2024." They navigate the chilling blend of Murnau's silent classic and Bram Stoker's "Dracula," and Steven A. Katz's "Shadow of the Vampire" exploring the adaptations' journey through creative evolution. They also pause to send thoughts and support to those affected by the fires in Los Angeles, reminding us of the real-world drama outside the silver screen.

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Vampire lore, with its gothic imagery and themes of sacrifice and eternal love, takes center stage as we dissect the spiritual undertones of "Nosferatu 2024" and its classic counterparts. This episode ventures into the realm of remarkable performances that bring horror to life. This episode is a testament to the vampire genre's enduring appeal and its ability to touch the darkest corners of human imagination.We spotlight an opera-trained voice actor Bill Skarsgård who gave chills as Pennywise and explore the unforgettable portrayals by Gary Oldman, Winona Ryder, and Keanu Reeves in "Bram Stoker's Dracula." Get ready to meet rising horror star Lily-Rose Depp, whose debut performance in possession roles is as captivating as it is haunting. Our discussion also embraces the versatile Willem Dafoe, Cary Elwes, a familiar face across Dracula-themed films, weaving their unique presence into the genre's tapestry.

As a final treat we have a haunting childhood memories shared by our return guest Fernie Valdez, as he takes us through his unnerving 9 yr old experience.
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12/25/24 This episode explores the duality of Christmas through the lens of Krampus, merging horror and holiday spirit. Laura and Esme review the 2015 film "Krampus," discussing its folklore origins, family dynamics, and the significance of maintaining the spirit of Christmas. They also highlight a true scary story shared by a guest, which reflects the influence of fear during childhood, resonating with themes of Krampus.

We welcome special guest Bruce Villarreal, who shares haunting tales from his childhood involving cartoon-like entities, urging us to reconsider the intelligence and creativity of a child's mind. These early encounters with the supernatural remind us of the importance of acknowledging and validating such experiences, drawing fascinating parallels between the fiction of "Krampus" and real-life paranormal tales.

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12/13/24 Esme and Laura review The Substance movie. They relate the sequence of events in the movie and how the fear of aging and promise of a younger, beautiful, better version of a seasoned yet still beautiful celebrity can seduce them enough to sacrifice health and mind just to experience the world young and beautiful again. All the spoilers! Then for dessert, Esme re-tells a friend's very chilling encounter with a seemingly mythical being..? demon..? interdimensional entity? that they were sure they imagined... except they had their child with them that was there to remind them about every single detail of what they both saw really happened! Tune in if you dare..! And please subscribe! 🤗

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Esme and Laura talk to Fernando Valdez, their guest for this special full true horror story episode where he talks about how growing up in Mexico, and his teenage years in Juchipila where he was introduced to a book of dark magic and the Ouija board by his friends. From ouija sessions in the cemetery to seeing orbs of light, to hearing voices in his head, to experiencing entities in dreams and in real life. He didn't realize then how he was being pulled one way by religion and the other by the occult and almost as he felt tied to both. His experience takes a scary turn especially when the hauntings seem to have followed him as an adult to California, US and he sees the experience from a different perspective then being a husband and father! Fernie shares details and thoughts about his experience that will be sure to leave you feeling creepy!

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11/20/24 Laura and Esme review the Heretic movie. They talk about the movie, what happened, what they would have done differently and yes, all the spoilers! They definitely speak about the ending and what they thought of it and how religion and how it's perceived by people play a key role in this movie. They also talk a bit about music and certain songs (commentary on an example the villain of the movie brought up to his targets in this 'cat and mouse' type film). After the review, our guest Claudia, relates her first disturbing experience with sleep paralysis, AKA night terrors. Laura also tells a second part of that about Claudia's friend that experienced a very chilling haunting at an Airbnb!

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11/15/24 Esme and Laura review the Apartment 7A movie, prequel to Rosemary's baby! Recap and review of movie along with a few musings and fun facts about this movie and its predecessor. They also share a few thoughts about Las Vegas, The Luxor hotel incidents, and a unsettling evening for Laura in the room she stayed in. This episode has plenty of personality and a bit of silliness 🤪. Thank you for listening and please subscribe!

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11/03/24 Laura and Esme review horror movie Smile 2. Plenty of spoilers as they talk about the twists and turns this movie brings! They mention some of the questions that left them puzzled and leave them feeling like they need a second watch of this film! After the movie review they listen to a guest's (Gus M) true not too scary story about a seeming visit that they may have had from a departed loved one... very fitting for this Dia de los Muertos holiday we just had !

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