The Ward (2011)

2011's The Ward may not be one of the
heavy hitters in the John Carpenter canon, but does this modestly
budgeted return to feature filmmaking nevertheless have something
to offer the Master of Horror's fans? Chris and Nick consider
that question in a discussion that also touches on the future of
Carpenter's directorial career -- and whether or not there'll
actually be one! Yes, that's right, folks: this is Carpenter's
last film, made an entire decade ago, and it might just end up
being the final entry in his filmography. Fear not, though -- we
at Precinct 13 still have a few more
episodes waiting in the wings, and we're not quite ready to step
away from all things J.C. just yet! But, for now, our in-depth
look at The Ward covers everything from
the film's female ensemble cast (a Carpenter first!), its
relationship to Carpenter's classic genre works, its slew of new
collaborators both behind and in front of the camera, and even
which national chain restaurants we'd compare this movie to
(trust us, it does sort of make sense!). Plus, Chris
revisits Nick's all-time favorite film, Nick thoroughly enjoys a
bonkers 90s horror sequel, and the guys propose a cinematic
collaboration that would definitely be one for the ages (or, at
least, one for the aged)!