The Movies That Completely Rewired Our Brains

In this episode of The Elvis Duran After Party, host Elvis Duran and guest Andrew engage in a candid, humorous, and deeply personal conversation about movies that profoundly altered their psychological and emotional states. The discussion centers on films that left lasting psychological imprints—some traumatic, others transformative—such as *Forrest Gump*, which moved Andrew to reorganize his room after his mother's death in the film, and *E.T.*, which inspired a sibling to clean up out of fear of losing a loved one. The conversation escalates into a darkly comedic yet revealing exploration of horror and disturbing cinema, including *Deliverance*, which instilled a lifelong fear of sexual assault in one guest, and *Misery*, whose depiction of captivity and torture left a lasting impact. Other films mentioned include *Kids*, which terrified a listener with its raw portrayal of AIDS, *Requiem for a Dream* for its descent into addiction, and *Faces of Death*, a controversial compilation film that blurred reality and fiction. The episode blends humor, vulnerability, and cultural commentary, revealing how media can permanently rewire our brains and shape our worldview.