S2 E16 - ANGEL HEART (1987)
From The Scared Shitless Podcast® by S. Michael Simms
May 5, 2026 · 1h 3m · Season 2 · Episode 16
About this episode
The episode dives into the neo-noir film Angel Heart, exploring its themes and performances.
Johnny Favorite is missing, and the debt is finally coming due. Join S. Michael , Slinky Giallo , and Erin Dawn as they descend into the voodoo-soaked, humid nightmare of Alan Parker’s Angel Heart (1987). From Mickey Rourke’s career peak to Robert De Niro’s peeling eggs, we’re peeling back the layers of this neo-noir masterpiece. Talk to us: Facebook: The Scared Shitless Podcast Page YouTube: Leave a comment on the video! Email: shitlesspodcast@gmail.com
People in this episode
Host: S. Michael
Guests: Slinky Giallo, Erin Dawn
Topics covered
- neo-noir
- film analysis
- voodoo
- 1980s cinema
- Mickey Rourke
- Robert De Niro
- psychological thriller
Keywords
- Angel Heart
- Alan Parker
- Mickey Rourke
- Robert De Niro
- voodoo
- film review
- 1987
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Angel Heart
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