Monday, December 17, 2018

Gremlins - Supplement

While we try to cover as much as we can in our episodes, there's always more to see, hear, and read about a movie that can enhance your viewing experience. If you enjoyed our episode on Gremlins, here's a few extra bits you might find interesting...


Episode 81: Gremlins


It's the holidays again and we're joined by Shana to talk about one of the most iconic films of the 1980s, Joe Dante's yuletide creature feature Gremlins. Listen in as we discuss the film's controversial mix of humor and horror, speculate on the origins of the mogwai, and comment on criticism regarding the movie's racial politics. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and three rules you'll have to follow.



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What's the most traumatic Christmas present you've ever received? Do you think Gizmo is a space alien? Know a good trick to getting green blood stains off linoleum? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Thursday, November 29, 2018

Thunderball - Supplement

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Episode 80: Thunderball


We're back on assignment with Bob Chipman as we plunge into the murky waters of the fourth James Bond adventure, Thunderball. Listen as we detail the latest crimes of 007, wade into the legal entanglements concerning the story's origins, and critique wetsuit couture. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and way too much scuba combat.



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Want to help establish a memorial fund for fallen agent Paula Caplan? Know some coves you'd like to recommend for scuba-based hijacking plots? Do you support consumer jet packs for all? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Friday, November 23, 2018

Fight! - Supplement

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Episode 79: Fight!


We're squaring off for a discussion of the best fight scenes in movie history. Listen as we grapple over the most important elements to a great fight, give credit to the fight coordinators responsible for some of cinema's most immortal brawls, and list our top ten favorite silver screen slugfests. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and stunt doubles.



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What are your favorite film fights? Do you have a particular drunken style that you prefer? Know of a better tune to beat up zombies to? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Monday, October 29, 2018

Episode 78: Evolution of the Living Dead


Here is our first live show, recorded at the Peabody Essex Museum as part of Salem Horror Fest. To mark the 50th anniversary of the release of Night of the Living Dead, we discuss George Romero's Living Dead film series. Listen as we discuss how Romero used zombies as metaphors for social issues, chart how Romero's zombies developed from flesh-eating monsters into the heroes of the series, and recognize the tremendous cultural impact Romero's films have had. Warning: Contains mild explicit language, spoilers, and some politics.



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Is there another social issue you think Romero's zombies represent? Do you think intestines count as flesh? Want to complain about Salem street noise in October? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Saturday, October 13, 2018

28 Days Later - Supplement

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Episode 77: 28 Days Later


We're trying to keep our rage under control as we discuss Danny Boyle's chilling 2002 infection thriller 28 Days Later. Listen in as we debate whether it qualifies as a zombie movie, explore how the film taps into real world anxieties, and comment on the various works that influenced the story. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and post-apocalyptic shopping lists.



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What gives you blood-spewing rage? Do you believe Spam is a miracle food that will save our civilization? Want to reveal your viral outbreak safety plan? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Saturday, October 6, 2018

Freaks - Supplement

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Episode 76: Freaks


Step right up... step right up and listen to our latest episode!! You won't believe your ears as you hear Corinne, Polly, and Tim discuss Tod Browning's infamous big-top horror show Freaks from 1932. We'll discuss how the film's both exploits and compassionately portrays its cast of actual sideshow performers, detail the various cuts made to the film before its wide release, and cringe at the horrific critical reaction to the movie. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and some quacking.



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Would you like to show off your hat with a looooong feather on it? Do you have problems with your clown of a brother-in-law? Want to show us a new trick for your act? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Sunday, September 23, 2018

Glengarry Glen Ross - Supplement

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Episode 75: Glengarry Glen Ross


So are we actually talking about Glengarry Glen Ross, David Mamet's searing drama of capitalism, corruption, and closers, or are we just speaking about it? Listen as we examine how the Pulitzer prize-winning play was translated to film, discuss the atmosphere of toxic masculinity in the Premiere Properties office, and find a new mantra to live by... Always Be Caffeinated! Warning: Contains explicit language (it's a Mamet script!), spoilers, and 40% more Christopher Plummer.



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Have stories about that big sale you just closed that you'd like to share with us? You know where we can find some premium leads? Would you like to tell us how to chew a pack of gum? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Saturday, August 25, 2018

The Thing From Another World - Supplement

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Episode 74: The Thing From Another World


We're defrosting a sci-fi classic that helped kick off the alien invasion craze of 1950s cinema, The Thing From Another World. Listen in as we discuss the conflict of science vs. militarism, explore metaphorical interpretations of the vegetative title monster, and investigate the mystery of who actually directed the movie. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and some light bondage.



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How do you prefer to cook your vegetables? Do you believe in flying saucers? Need help remembering where you left your electric blanket? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Saturday, August 4, 2018

The Little Mermaid - Supplement

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Episode 73: The Little Mermaid


Chris and Sarah join us again to explore the watery depths of the Disney animated classic The Little Mermaid. We discuss the film's mixed messages regarding women's autonomy and body image, speculate on the Lovecraftian origins of merfolk, and discuss the movie's role in bringing about Disney's second golden age of animated films. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and some disturbingly phallic castle architecture.



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Have you ever seen a mermaid? Spot any other Disney cameos you'd like to point out? Have a great recipe for cooking les poisson? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Sunday, July 15, 2018

Antiheroes & Antiheroines - Supplement

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Episode 72: Antiheroes & Antiheroines


We've talked about heroes. We've talked about villains. Now it's time to cover those protagonists that fall in between as we discuss cinema's great antiheroes and antiheroines. We'll discuss what distinguishes them from their more heroic and villainous counterparts, why they're so fascinating to moviegoers, and of course we'll run down our sometimes surprising lists of the best antiheroes from the silver screen. Warning: Contains explicit language, some spoilers, and not-so-noble intentions.



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Who are your favorite antiheroes? Want to point out one of the many great characters we left off our lists? Leave a comment below and keep the conversation going.

Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Jurassic Park - Supplement

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Episode 71: Jurassic Park


Hold on to your butts! We're taking a tour of one of the all-time great blockbusters as we discuss Steven Spielberg's dinosaur-sized hit Jurassic Park. Listen as we examine the film's place as a transition point in Spielberg's filmography, explore its themes of family and scientific responsibility, and unearth how the movie's Oscar-winning special effects brought the dinosaurs back to life. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and knowledge... things.



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Want to share your nostalgic memories of a dinosaur-obsessed childhood? Do you find Ian Malcolm charming or gross? Care to play a round of Jurassic Tennis? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Thursday, May 31, 2018

Jaws 2 - Supplement

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Episode 70: Jaws 2


As the weather grows warmer and the beaches reopen, we're traveling back to Amity Island with Chris and Sarah to watch Jaws 2. We discuss the troubled history of the production, play armchair screenwriters by proposing alternative storylines for the film, and battle over the relative merits of director Jeannot Szwarc's filmography. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers and potential T-shirt slogans.



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Would you have rather seen a movie about the U.S.S. Indianapolis? Think Spielberg and Dreyfuss made the right move by staying out of the water? Do you agree that one should be able to invoke Supergirl immunity? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Monday, May 21, 2018

Avengers: Infinity War - Supplement

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Episode 69: Avengers: Infinity War


It's finally here. A decade of colorful outfits, thrilling heroics, and mind-boggling continuity culminates in the ultimate Marvel Cinematic Universe cross-over, Avengers: Infinity War. As we recover from our viewing experience, we discuss the pragmatic evil of the villainous Thanos, highlight the film's depiction of competent, cooperative women and neurotic, combative men, and assess the damage wrought upon the Marvel universe. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and too much finger-snapping.



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Do you have any predictions for the next Avengers film? What would you do with an Infinity Gauntlet? Why is Gamora? Leave a comment below and keep the conversation going.

Wednesday, May 2, 2018

Nineteen Eighty-Four - Supplement

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Episode 68: Nineteen Eighty-Four



From the age of Big Brother, from the age of podcasting... greetings. Bob 'Moviebob' Chipman joins us again as we engage in thoughtcrimes galore while discussing the film adaptation of 1984, directed that same year by Michael Radford. Grab yourself some Victory Gin and listen in as we explore the changing political contexts of Orwell's novel, comment on Radford's visual style for the movie, and note the controversy over the film's music score. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers and John Hurt / William Hurt confusion.



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Do you know anyone you think you should inform on to the thoughtpolice? What would be in Room 101 for you? Know where we can score some contraband coffee? Leave a comment below and keep the conversation going.

Tuesday, April 17, 2018

Heroes & Heroines - Supplement

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Episode 67: Heroes & Heroines


In a special episode recorded at the Arisia convention this past January, Rosie returns to have a chat about the great cinematic heroines and heroes. We discuss the attributes we look for in a movie hero before running down our lists of our favorite good guys and gals, a group which transcends race, gender, and species. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and some minor issues with ambient noise due to the recording space (not to mention some loud weirdos from the room next door).



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Did we neglect to mention your personal hero? Want to accuse us of anti-superhero bias? Did you attend Arisia and want to reminisce about the con? Leave a comment below and keep the conversation going.

Saturday, March 31, 2018

Candyman - Supplement

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Episode 66: Candyman


In this episode, we look into the mirror and reflect on another horror story from the mind of Clive Barker, Candyman. We discuss our experiences with urban legends, offer varying interpretations on the nature of the title character, and explore how the film takes on weighty subjects such as racism, cultural appropriation, and gentrification. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and unsafe bee-keeping practices



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Have you heard any creepy urban legends you'd like to share? When trying to summon "Bloody Mary," how many times do you say her name? Would you take candy from hook-handed strangers? Leave a comment below and keep the conversation going.

Wednesday, March 14, 2018

Wings - Supplement

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Episode 65: Wings


All set? OK! On this episode we take flight with the first film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture, William Wellman's aerial war epic Wings from 1927. We discuss the amazing stunt work and how the film set the template for decades of war movies. Meanwhile, Tim offends the Fatherland with his bad German accent and Corinne illustrates the importance of good coffee to the movie-watching experience. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and bubbles, bubbles everywhere!



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Do you think Gary Cooper was picking his nose in that scene? Have you ever eaten a cursed Hershey's bar? Trying to find the best source of bubbles? Leave a comment below and keep the conversation going.

Monday, February 26, 2018

Oscar Predictions 2018 - Supplement

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Episode 64: Oscar Predictions 2018


The 90th Academy Awards are upon us, so we take some time to predict the winners and reveal who we'd like to see take home the Oscar. Will Daniel Day-Lewis take home one last Oscar? Will Get Out be the first horror film to be chosen as Best Picture? Can Greta Gerwig win for her debut screenplay, Ladybird? Is this finally the year Chris Nolan is crowned Best Director? Listen to our prognosticating before the big night! Warning: Contains explicit language and multiple instances of griping about Boss Baby's nomination... Boss Baby? Really, Academy members? Is that the best you could do?



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Are our predictions on the mark or ridiculously off-target? Do you think you know who's going to win big on Oscar night? Was something snubbed that you felt deserve recognition? Leave a comment below and keep the conversation going.

Monday, February 12, 2018

It Happened One Night - Supplement

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Episode 63: It Happened One Night


Darn clever, these romantic comedies. We're bringing down the walls of Jericho as we watch Frank Capra's multiple Oscar-winning hit It Happened One Night from 1934. Listen in as we discuss the amazing chemistry of stars Claudette Colbert and Clark Gable, examine whether the film's problematic views on gender affect its reputation as a classic, and explore the film's influence on countless movies that followed it. Warning: Contains explicit language and spoilers but no kissing.



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Do you have a preferred method of hitchhiking? Any colorful bus adventures you'd like regale us with? Did Clark Gable actually leave that guy dead by the side of the road? Leave a comment below and keep the conversation going.

Friday, January 26, 2018

Episode 62 Outtake: The Horror... The Horror???

So in the midst of recording our episode on 2017's best movies, we were discussing the perception of genre films that achieve critical acclaim when a debate broke out regarding the definition of horror and science fiction movies, particularly with how those two genre labels apply to The Shape of Water and Get Out.


It's unclear whether we reached definitive answers on some of the questions asked, and while the discussion felt a bit long to include in the finished episode, we thought we'd present it here for your consideration. We're interested to get some feedback from you on what constitutes horror and science fiction and the public perception of those genres.



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Wednesday, January 24, 2018

The Best of 2017 - Supplement



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Episode 62: The Best of 2017


As we say goodbye to a year full of great movies, Corinne and Tim make some hard choices as they put together their top tens lists for the best films of 2017. The resulting conversation includes threats of divorce, lots of second-guessing, and not enough Cillian Murphy. Warning: Contains explicit language, mild spoilers, and a multitude of cinematic gut punches.



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Did we neglect one of your favorite movies from the past year? Have any suggestions for films we might have missed? What movies are you looking forward to in 2018? Leave a comment below and keep the conversation going.