S2 E15 - THE EMPTY MAN (2020)
From The Scared Shitless Podcast® by S. Michael Simms
May 5, 2026 · 48 min · Season 2 · Episode 15
About this episode
The episode dives into the themes and reception of The Empty Man (2020), exploring its cult status and differing opinions on its execution.
On the first day you hear him. On the second day you see him. On the third day, you listen to this episode. Join S. Michael , Slinky Giallo , and Erin Dawn as they cross the bridge into the cosmic abyss of The Empty Man (2020). We’re diving deep into the cult of Pontifex, urban legends, and why David Prior’s misunderstood masterpiece is the ultimate modern slow-burn for some, an exercise in clunkiness for others. Did we love it? Hate it? Find out and let us know how you felt about it! Manifest your thoughts: Facebook: The Scared Shitless Podcast YouTube: Drop a comment on the video! Email: shitlesspodcast@gmail.com
People in this episode
Host: S. Michael
Guests: Slinky Giallo, Erin Dawn
Topics covered
- cosmic horror
- urban legends
- film analysis
- cult films
- slow-burn cinema
Keywords
- The Empty Man
- David Prior
- cosmic horror
- urban legends
- film review
- slow-burn
- cult films
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Pontifex
Books & works: The Empty Man
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