🎙️ Reel Beans — Episode One: Bitter Notes & Holiday Shadows
In our very first episode, we unwrap the eerie elegance of Black Christmas (1974)—a quietly revolutionary horror film that helped define the slasher genre. With a hot cup of coffee in hand, we reflect on what makes this film so unnerving, how it still resonates today, and why it pairs so perfectly with something smooth and comforting like Big Trouble.

☕ Coffee Pairing
Big Trouble by Counter Culture Coffee
A round, comforting blend with notes of caramel and nuttiness—perfect for a film that lulls you into coziness before creeping under your skin.

🎶 Music Credits


“Coffee Jazz Podcast” by Denis Pavlov – Pixabay


“Soft Jazz 1” by Mircea Iancu – Pixabay


“Suspense” by Johan Benitz – Pixabay



🎬 Where to Watch Black Christmas (1974)


Shudder


Amazon Prime Video
Also available on Peacock Premium, AMC+, Fandor, and The Roku Channel.



💬 Special Thanks
Huge thank you to Josh Rozett, who watched the film with me and shared both laughs and gasps throughout.

⚠️ Content Warning
This episode discusses Black Christmas, which includes themes of stalking, violence, and psychological distress.

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🎧 Credits
Host & Producer: Ben
Editor: Ben
Theme & Background Music: As credited above
A Reel Beans ProductionTagline: sip. watch. repeat.

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