Ep 13. Week 7: Mayhem
- June 5, 2020
- 131 min
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Week 7: Mayhem is the thrilling 13th episode of the second season of The Last Drive-in With Joe Bob Briggs. In this episode, Joe Bob Briggs presents two exhilarating horror films that will send shivers down the spine of even the bravest viewers.
The first movie that Joe Bob presents is a 2017 film called Mayhem, directed by Joe Lynch. The film follows the story of Derek Cho, played by Steven Yeun, who works for a corrupt law firm where he is unjustly fired. At the same time, a deadly virus spreads through the building, causing the workers to go insane and become violent. Derek teams up with his co-worker, Melanie Cross, played by Samara Weaving, to survive and seek revenge against the corrupt executives who fired him.
The second movie presented in this episode is a 1973 film called The Crazies, directed by George A. Romero. The film takes place in a small Pennsylvania town where a biological weapon accidentally contaminates the water supply, causing the inhabitants to go insane and become violent. The government steps in to contain the outbreak, but as the situation spirals out of control, the military resorts to violent measures to stop the infected and contain the spread of the virus.
Throughout the episode, Joe Bob provides insightful and humorous commentary on both films, offering trivia, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and his signature brand of irreverent wit. He also takes time to address fan questions and read viewer mail, keeping the conversation lively and interactive.
Overall, Week 7: Mayhem is a wild ride for horror fans and lovers of Joe Bob Briggs's unique brand of commentary and insight. With two thrilling and suspenseful movies, this episode will keep viewers on the edge of their seats, while Joe Bob's commentary provides context, humor, and thoughtful analysis of these classic horror films.