The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel picks up the phone one more time as we dive into Scream 7, the latest entry in one of horror's most consistently entertaining franchises.
With familiar faces, new victims, brutal Ghostface attacks, and plenty of twists, Scream 7 continues the legacy of Wes Craven's iconic slasher while giving fans plenty to debate.
We dig into everything, including:
🔪 Whether Scream 7 successfully honors the franchise while carving out its own identity
📞 Ghostface's newest game of cat and mouse and how the suspense stacks up against previous entries
🩸 The creative kills, brutal set pieces, and standout horror moments
🎭 The returning cast, new characters, and performances that stole the show
🎬 Mason Gooding's continued evolution in the franchise—and a shoutout to our recent guest, stuntman Brian Neal, who doubled him during production
👀 The callbacks, Easter eggs, and franchise references longtime fans will appreciate
😱 Which twists surprised us... and which ones we saw coming
🏆 Where Scream 7 ranks among the previous Ghostface sequels and what it means for the future of the series
Whether you're a lifelong Scream fan or just love a great slasher, this episode is packed with spoiler-filled discussion, laughs, and plenty of Ghostface theories.
🎥 Watch the full, unedited video review:
👉 sequelsonly.com/scream7
🎬 Next Up: Lethal Weapon 4 🔫💥
For it, we chatted with legendary stuntwoman Lisa Hoyle, whose incredible career includes doubling stars like Keira Knightley, Goldie Hawn, Drew Barrymore, and many more.
Lisa shares amazing behind-the-scenes stories from decades in Hollywood, including performing high-risk falls, the preparation that goes into dangerous stunt work, and what it's like helping bring some of cinema's biggest action sequences to life.
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Next week, we're slicing into Scream 7—but this week, we're joined by veteran stunt performer Brian Neal, whose journey from background actor to doubling some of Hollywood's biggest stars is nothing short of incredible.
Brian shares how a chance opportunity on set launched him into the world of stunt work, and what it takes to perform some of the most dangerous action sequences in film and television.
We get into everything, including:
🎬 How a career in modeling and Hollywood background work unexpectedly led to becoming a professional stunt performer
💥 The moment that changed everything and set him on the path to a career in stunts
🔪 Doubling Mason Gooding in Scream 7 and helping bring the latest Ghostface mayhem to life
⭐ Working as a stunt double for Jonathan Majors, Damon Wayans Jr., and other major stars
🚌 The meticulous planning behind complex stunt sequences—including rigging bus stunts and executing dangerous action safely
🏃 Performing jaw-dropping falls, including launching himself down a 30-foot hill in pursuit of the perfect shot
🎥 The preparation, training, and teamwork that go into making impossible-looking stunts appear effortless
🔥 What it's really like living life as one of Hollywood's unsung heroes behind the action
Brian gives us an incredible look behind the curtain of modern stunt work, sharing stories that highlight the skill, precision, and trust required to create the unforgettable action audiences love.
🎥 Watch the full interview here:
👉 sequelsonly.com/brianneal
🎬 Your Homework:
Watch Scream 7, now streaming on Paramount+, and keep an eye out for Brian's incredible stunt work doubling Mason Gooding. After hearing this conversation, you'll have a whole new appreciation for what goes into bringing Ghostface's world to life.
🎬 Next Up: Scream 7 🔪
We're reviewing the latest chapter in one of horror's greatest franchises. New Ghostface, new suspects, brutal kills, and plenty of twists—we'll break it all down next week.
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This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel heads from the jungle to the scorching streets of Los Angeles for Predator 2—the ambitious sequel that dared to expand the Predator universe instead of simply repeating the original.
While it lived in the shadow of Schwarzenegger's classic for years, Predator 2 has grown into one of the franchise's most beloved entries, packed with incredible world-building, memorable action, and some of the best Predator mythology in the series.
We dig into everything, including:
👽 Why moving the Predator from the jungle to downtown Los Angeles was such a bold (and brilliant) choice
🔥 Danny Glover proving he's more than capable of carrying an action movie against an alien hunter
🎭 Gary Busey's memorable performance—filmed less than two years after his horrific motorcycle accident, making his intense performance and recovery all the more remarkable
💀 The incredible practical creature effects, makeup, and Predator design that still hold up beautifully today
🔫 The expanded Predator lore, new weapons, and trophy room reveals that changed the franchise forever
🦴 The legendary Xenomorph skull Easter egg that helped launch decades of Alien vs. Predator speculation
🚇 Intense action sequences, brutal kills, Bill Paxton's unforgettable performance, and why this sequel deserves far more respect than it gets
🎬 Why nearly every Predator film released since has borrowed ideas first introduced in Predator 2
Three decades later, Predator 2 remains one of the boldest franchise sequels ever made—expanding the mythology while delivering an unforgettable blend of sci-fi, horror, and action.
🎥 Watch the full, unedited video review:
👉 sequelsonly.com/predator2
We're joined by stuntman Brian Neal, who shares stories from his journey from gymnast to actor to stuntman. We talked about his doubling of actors like Damon Wayans Jr & Sr, Jonatham Abrams, and more. Plus his work on the upcoming Scream 7 and how he helped work on the film before production even started, cool story. Brian also discussed writing and directing short films that have won some awards. Great chat!
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🎬 Next Up: Scream 7 🔪🎭

Next week, we're diving into the urban jungle of Predator 2 — but this week, we're joined by New Jersey native and legendary special effects artist Mike Spatola!
Mike has had an incredible career in practical effects, makeup, and filmmaking, with credits spanning some of the most beloved genre films and TV shows ever made. From zombies and cyborgs to creatures and monsters, Mike has truly seen it all.
In this episode, we talk about:
👽 Working on Predator 2 and helping bring one of cinema's greatest monsters to life
💀 Behind-the-scenes stories from Return of the Living Dead and the magic of practical zombie effects
🤖 His experiences during the groundbreaking production of Terminator 2: Judgment Day
📺 Working on iconic television shows like Tales from the Crypt and other genre favorites
🎨 The artistry and craftsmanship behind practical effects before CGI took over Hollywood
👽 His time interacting with the legends of SFX Makeup like Rick Baker, Dick Smith, and Stan Winston
🎬 Growing up loving movies and turning that passion into an incredible career
📚 His new book and preserving stories from a fascinating era of filmmaking
📸 How photography became another creative outlet through his now Las Vegas business
🔥 Amazing stories from decades spent creating movie magic and unforgettable monsters
Mike's passion for filmmaking, practical effects, and storytelling shines throughout this conversation. Whether you're a horror fan, aspiring filmmaker, or simply love hearing behind-the-scenes stories from legendary productions, this episode is an absolute must-listen.
🎥 Watch the full interview here:
👉 sequelsonly.com/mikespatola
🔗 Check out Mike's work and purchase his book:
👉 https://mikespatola.gumroad.com/
📸 Mike's Las Vegas Photography Business:
👉 https://www.lifestyleboudoir.com/
📲 Follow Mike on Instagram:
👉 https://www.instagram.com/michaelspatola/
🎬 Your Homework:
Watch Predator 2 (available to rent online for about $4)! The sequel takes the Predator from the jungle to Los Angeles and delivers one of the most underrated action-horror sequels of the '90s.
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This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel heads to New Orleans for Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh, the sequel that expands the mythology of one of horror's most iconic urban legends.
Trading Chicago's Cabrini-Green for Mardi Gras and Southern Gothic vibes, Candyman 2 dives deeper into Daniel Robitaille's tragic past, family lineage, and the curse that continues to haunt generations.
We dig into everything, including:
🍬 Why moving the story to New Orleans gives the sequel a completely different atmosphere
🪝 Tony Todd once again proving why Candyman remains one of horror's greatest villains
🎭 The expansion of Candyman's backstory and family connections
🎺 Mardi Gras, Southern Gothic horror, and the eerie setting that helps separate this sequel from the original
😱 Some surprisingly effective kills and creepy imagery throughout
🧠 The movie's themes of legacy, generational trauma, and confronting the past
🔥 We attempted to figure out the rules of Candyman because it wasn't cut and dry
🎬 Where this sequel fits within the larger Candyman franchise and how it holds up today
While it may never reach the heights of the original, Farewell to the Flesh remains an ambitious sequel that swings big and delivers plenty for horror fans to discuss.
🎥 Watch the full, unedited video review:
👉 sequelsonly.com/candyman2
🎬 Next Up: Predator 2 🔥👽
For it, we chatted with New Jersey native and legendary special effects artist Mike Spatola!
Mike's incredible career includes work on:
🧟 Return of the Living Dead
🤖 Terminator 2: Judgment Day
💀 Tales from the Crypt
👽 And countless other films and television projects.
Mike shared amazing behind-the-scenes stories from the golden age of practical effects, monster movies, and Hollywood magic.
🔗 Check out Mike's work and purchase his book:
https://mikespatola.gumroad.com/
📸 Mike's Las Vegas Photography Business:
https://www.lifestyleboudoir.com/
📲 Follow Mike on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/michaelspatola/
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💬 Don't forget to rate, review, and share with friends, enemies, neighbors, exes… and anyone who still refuses to say "Candyman" five times in the mirror. 🪝🍬👻