411 - The Town That Dreaded Sundown (1976)

In 1946 this man killed five people... Today he still lurks the streets of Texarkana, Ark. Slasher Summer continues with regular guest Amanda Waltz from Pittsburgh City Paper as we jump back into the '70s with 1976's The Town That Dreaded Sundown. In the aftermath of World War II, a quiet town is terrorized by a faceless killer targeting young lovers, plunging the community into paranoia and fear. Also this week: Lance's Billboard story, the new reality show "Mandy's Manor", Mystery Science Theater, and The legend of "The Sackler" All this--and a whole lot more--on this week's episode of NEON BRAINIACS! "Texarkana looked normal during the daylight hours. But everyone dreaded sundown.." ----- Check out our Patreon for tons of bonus content, exclusive goodies, and access to our Discord server! ----- The Town That Dreaded Sundown (1976) Directed by Charles B. Pierce Written by Earl E. Smith Starring Ben Johnson , Andrew Prine , Dawn Wells , and Charles B. Pierce ----- 00:00 - Intro & Opening Banter 39:23 - "The Shpiel" 47:28 - Film Breakdown 01:55:30 - The Brain Bucket & Outro