Hollyweird #030 - Boot/Re-Boot: Salem's Lot (1979, 2004, 2024)
The Horror Show: A Horror Movie Podcast
IHATEHORROR
4.5 • 811 Ratings
🗓️ 30 September 2025
⏱️ 94 minutes
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Summary
In this episode, hosts Sean and Lexi dive deep into an in-depth review of all three versions of 'Salem's Lot'—1979, 2004, and 2024. They provide a detailed analysis by scoring various aspects such as character portrayal, town design, Stephen King vibes, cinematography, and more. Despite its shortcomings, a particular fondness is held for the 2004 version. Additionally, upcoming events are teased, including a live show at the LA Film School and an interview with James Jude Courtney. Join the hosts as they wrap up Stephen King Month with fascinating insights and dumb banter.
00:00 Introduction and Banter
00:53 Upcoming Live Show Announcement
04:38 Guest Appearances and Collaborations
05:54 Salem's Lot Deep Dive
20:38 Rating the Salem's Lot Adaptations
48:03 Rating the Accents
49:33 Town Design Critique
53:26 The Marston House
55:13 Overall King Vibes
58:10 Acting Performances
01:00:50 Dialogue Analysis
01:02:51 Cinematography and Pacing
01:11:23 Music and Sound
01:26:51 Final Scores and Reflections
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| 0:40.3 | What did I say? |
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| 0:54.4 | On the long shit. |
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