At The Devils Ball

Two Podcasters enter, Two Podcasters...uh, also leave. Not as catchy. This week, the guys attempt to get BEYOND Thunderdome with a dive into the wackier, more polarizing third MAD MAX film. Topics include theatricality, Tina Turner, and a bold statement on the best scene in the whole franchise.

This week, the guys are joined by film theory genius Ryan Rodriguez of ONE TRACK MIND and REELS OF JUSTICE to discuss THE ROAD WARRIOR, quite possibly the best post-apocalypse movie of all time and the basis for countless imitations. Topics include heady subjects such as the hero's journey, the archetype of The Anti-Hero and the decline of civilization.

This week, the guys begin a speedy car chase through the MAD MAX series with, uh, MAD MAX, the Australian sci-fi/action hybrid that started it all. Topics include societal decay, micro-budget cinema technique, and Gibson being an awful human but a decent actor.

This week, the guys finish their random month with SILENT HILL REVELATION, the awkward sequel to the much better SILENT HILL. The guys ramble about lots of things, some of them pertaining to the film!

Dedicated to the memory of Julian Sands. RIP.

For our 150th episode, we tackle SILENT HILL, one of the best video game adaptations and an all-around fun horror flick to boot. Along with special guest Anastasia, we discuss queer subtext, monster designs, and (our favorite subject) great character actors.

This week, the guys analyze THE MIST, the 2007 Stephen King adaptation that reads like a Romero film by way of Lovecraft. The guys discuss the fine cast of character actors, the alternate black and white version, creature design, social dynamics and how much it sucks going to the grocery store.

This week, the guys tackle a famous classic in the clever, genre-defining FRIDAY THE 13TH. The guys sit down with filmmaker Mi Chelle Nessk to discuss Betsy Palmer, Manfredini's score, theater actors and more!

Nic Cage month comes to an end with Werner Herzog's weird, uneven BAD LIEUTENANT, a movie the guys try to make sense of. They talk Cage's strong performance, the awkward viewpoints of morality, and try to balance their expectations with reality, and try to be positive!

Nicolas Cage months continue with MANDY, the psychedelic, drug-fueled revenge picture. The guys break down what they love about the movie, including Cage's nuanced performance, the ethereal presence of Andrea Riseborough, Ceno-Bikers and Chedder Goblins. Enjoy!

Cage month rolls on with 8MM, the edgy post-"Se7en" horror/thriller/noir about snuff films and class issues. Along with guests Terry and Paul of the STRANGE HIGHWAYS podcast, the guys discuss the film with a focus on the film's heavy themes, Cage's strong lead performance, and whether or not this film is as edgy as it thinks it is.