Hollyweird #028 - Dolores Claiborne & Secret Window - Stephen King September
The Horror Show: A Horror Movie Podcast
IHATEHORROR
4.5 • 811 Ratings
🗓️ 16 September 2025
⏱️ 88 minutes
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Summary
In this episode, Sean and Lexi dive into several Stephen King adaptations, including an in-depth discussion on 'Dolores Claiborne' and 'Secret Window.' They explore the bizarre similarities between 'Secret Window' and 'The Dark Half,' both written by King within a year of each other. The episode features various humorous tangents, including an analysis of Kathy Bates' portrayal in 'Dolores Claiborne,' Johnny Depp's performative quirks in 'Secret Window,' and unintended accents in these films. They also share personal anecdotes and reflect on some of King's most absurd character names. The episode ends with Lexi trying to fend off an insect attack in her room.
00:00 Introduction and Random Banter
00:25 Hollywood and Travel Stories
03:45 Half-Baked Ideas and Airport Anecdotes
07:11 Movie Reviews: Running Man
18:03 Movie Reviews: Dolores Claiborne
42:32 Unpacking the Daughter's Revelation
43:41 Analyzing Feminist Themes
44:29 Vera and Dolores: A Complex Relationship
47:09 Dolores' Character and Her Relationships
53:06 Dolores Claiborne: Final Thoughts
57:48 Introduction to Secret Window
59:12 Plot and Themes of Secret Window
01:05:49 Johnny Depp's Performance and Character
01:11:02 Comparing Secret Window and The Dark Half
01:22:47 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
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