Horror Express (1972) – SSP265

About this episode

The hosts pay tribute to Peter Cushing and Sir Christopher Lee by discussing the 1972 film Horror Express and its impact on the horror genre.

This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast , we pay solemn tribute to two titans of terror— the incomparable Peter Cushing and Sir Christopher Lee —by revisiting the chilling 1972 cult classic, Horror Express . Step aboard a snowbound locomotive hurtling through the frozen desolation of Siberia, where something ancient, unspeakable, and utterly relentless stalks its prey beneath the dim glow of gaslight. Civilization fades with every passing mile… and survival becomes a most uncertain luxury. Your hosts, Karen and Greg , guide you through this atmospheric nightmare with equal parts wit and reverence, dissecting the film’s eerie legacy, unforgettable performances, and the dread that lingers long after the final frame fades to black. And what, you may ask, is terror without a proper indulgence? In honor of this devilish journey, they sip upon the elegantly crafted “ Beautiful Friendship ” cocktail —a drink as refined as it is deceptively potent. So, steel your nerves, pour yourself something worthy… and join us for a celebration of gothic horror, cinematic brilliance, and the enduring legacy of two gentlemen who defined the genre. All aboard… the Horror Express awaits. Beautiful…

People in this episode

Hosts: Karen Hudson, Gregory Wallace

Topics covered

• horror film
• cinematic legacy
• gothic horror
• cocktail recipes
• film review

Keywords

• Horror Express
• Peter Cushing
• Christopher Lee
• gothic horror
• film review
• Beautiful Friendship cocktail

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Beautiful Friendship

Books & works: Horror Express

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