After completing THEIR FIRST ASSIGNMENT, the POLICE ACADEMY crew is BACK IN TRAINING with a new chaotic cast of cadets for the third installment in the popular ‘80s franchise. John Horton and Kyle Pierson reminisce about the sequel that put the “academy” back in POLICE ACADEMY. By the way, Kyle’s microphone does such a fine job of removing background noise, it even removed the wind sound effect he created on purpose.

Following the POLICE ACADEMY 3 flashback, Kyle quickly reviews the animated film, HOPPERS, MONARCH on Apple TV+, THE FALL AND RISE OF REGGIE DINKINS and TED on Peacock, YOUNG SHERLOCK on Amazon Prime, and I’M CHEVY CHASE AND YOU’RE NOT on HBO Max.

POLICE ACADEMY: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION Blu-ray

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POLICE ACADEMY: THE ANIMATED SERIES DVD (Not the series discussed on the show.)

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MONARCH: LEGACY OF MONARCHS Temporarily on Prime

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THE FALL AND RISE OF REGGIE DINKINS

https://amzn.to/4uWZEg6

HOPPERS Tickets and Trailer

https://movies.disney.com/hoppers

TED

https://amzn.to/4uWQn82

I’M CHEVY CHASE AND YOU’RE NOT

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THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD has three sequels on the way within the year. The latest to be announced, REBIRTH OF THE LIVING DEAD, is expected to be the first one released. Director Dustin Ferguson joins John Horton and Kyle Pierson for an hour-long chat that explains how the new installment falls into the ROTLD universe, how it will differ from the other two productions (potential Spoiler Alert), and how it's even possible that three sequels are being made by three different companies at the exact same time. Dustin also talks a bit about his new films, SEED: LEGACY and NEMESI6, and explains the importance of marketing. Stay tuned till the end for the NEMESI6 trailer.

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MEATHOOK MASSACRE 5: THE FINAL CHAPTER

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AMITYVILLE: CLOWNHOUSE

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SPACE SHARKS

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NEMESI5

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REBIRTH OF THE LIVING DEAD

Crowdfunding coming soon!

RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD Original Book by John A. Russo

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NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD hosted by Hellvira

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DEEP RED MURDERS

https://tubitv.com/movies/695454/deep-red-murders

HELL OF THE SCREAMING UNDEAD

https://tubitv.com/movies/100007851/hell-of-the-screaming-undead

SILENT NIGHT, BLOODY NIGHT 2

https://tubitv.com/movies/696106/silent-night-bloody-night-2

WITCHCRAFT XVII

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THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD Limited Edition 4K Box Set

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RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD PART II

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RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD III, NECROPOLIS, and RAVE TO THE GRAVE in a Living Dead horror 6-pack DVD set

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ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT is an affiliate of the crowdfunding independenct horror film, SLUGGER. Twenty percent of your donations to https://slugger-movie.kckb.me/attackofthespotlight will support our podcast. Please note that John nor Kyle are in anyway involved with the film's production. Any issues or questions should be directed to the filmmakers. Donate at your own risk.

#MoreBrains

Crowdfunding allows film fans the opportunity to back films that they want to see! Many crowdfunded films would never see the light of day if it weren’t for the backers, as they don’t have a major studio throwing money at them. In return for donations, fans get early access to screeners, merchandise, their name in the credits, and can even buy a role in the movie, itself! However, not everything always goes to plan, and expectations may be a bit hard to fulfill. John Horton and Kyle Pierson have each spent a small fortune backing productions over the past few years. This episode of ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT meticulously covers each of these contributions to let you know the risks and rewards involved.

NEON FEAR

https://youtu.be/afLAL8KXljc?si=l-PS82lv3UhAe8p3

SPIRIT BOARD: DOORWAY TO DEATH

https://vimeo.com/398857875?msockid=1b77e2a7c08f608e1de9f4d7c1fa6177

FRIDAY THE 13TH: BLOOD LOSS

https://youtu.be/NxoBkkfbMiI?si=N2_98T1h-EvgM2lH

While we mention fan films are never shown in theaters, the actual premiere of this film did in fact screen in a movie theatre.

WHAT AN INSTITUTION! THE STORY OF POLICE ACADEMY

https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/cultscreeningsukltd/what-an-institution-the-story-of-police-academy#/section/rewards/reward-product-209425

HAUNTED HOUSE OF PANCAKES

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Kyle’s Unheard Liners: https://youtu.be/W2i8_DoVong?si=-3w-Qyi5tl5OT886

TIME’S UP

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DEATH BIKE

Crowdfunder to be restarted SOON!

GO AWAY

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MEAT

https://www.facebook.com/MEATtheOfficialMoviePage/

MURDERCISE

https://tubitv.com/movies/100009154/murdercise

KILLER PIZZA

https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/anthonycaimano/killer-pizza-feature-film

SCREAM DREAM

https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/adamfreeman/scream-dream

HELLVIRA’S HAUNTED ASYLUM OF HORROR

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Kyle’s alternate Jester cuts: https://youtu.be/Ot1gpC2np68?si=gU_wIq532cV55IaX

CIRCUS SATANICUS

Kyle’s Stank costume test: https://youtu.be/I0dJdrh2N48?si=e9H1FvmwU8_GJIQ7

The most cursed movie never made: https://youtu.be/Dw2wFQJ-APg?si=kRQhepff5_ZIalmg

THE SLASHER NURSE

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THE DEVIL YOU KNOW

https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/shawnburkett/the-devil-you-know--7

HOLLOW LAKE

Official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hollowlakemovie/

Troy Escamilla interview: https://youtu.be/orJN-uzbvSI?si=UfUGMgj51ecrC8gw

BIGFOOT WITH A MEATHOOK

https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/ronbonk/bigfoot-but-with-a-meathook

CRACKCOON

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EMOTIONAL SUPPORT SHARK

https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/ronbonk/emotional-support-shark-keep-calm-and-get-eaten

RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD: TRASH’S REVENGE

Indiegogo: https://cinebacker.com/product/trashs-revenge-rotld-universe/

Michael Joy interview: https://youtu.be/d3pN0Xt9TKA?si=lpIYJUXgaWBWie8n

Beverly Randolph: https://youtu.be/yqW0FbGq-tk?si=q7p9tMsCkW3NA2Vs

REBIRTH OF THE LIVING DEAD

Director interview coming in a few days: https://linktr.ee/attackofthespotlight

SLUGGER (ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT is an affiliate of the crowdfunding campaign and makes a percentage of donations made through the link. However, John nor Kyle have any involvement with the actual production and campaign donations should be made at your own risk.)

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#crowdfunding

If producing, directing, writing, and podcasting weren't enough, Troy Escamilla also runs the Houston Horror Film Festival! As incredibly busy as he is, we couldn't be more pleased that he took an hour out of his schedule to chat about his new indie horror film, HOLLOW LAKE, explain the intricacies of how film festivals select which movies will be screened, and teases the next batch of films he and co-host Roger Conners will discuss on DARK NIGHT OF THE PODCAST. You may even learn who will be making special guest appearances in Houston this August. If that's not enough, stay tuned to the end for the HOLLOW LAKE trailer!

TROY ESCAMILLA on Facebook

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HOLLOW LAKE and MEAT at Toronto Indie Horror Fest

http://www.toindiehorrorfest.com/

HOLLOW LAKE on Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/groups/hollowlakemovie

HOLLOW LAKE on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/hollowlakemovie/

HOUSTON HORROR FILM FESTIVAL

https://www.houstonhorrorfilmfest.com/index.html

DARK NIGHT OF THE PODCAST

https://www.facebook.com/darknightofthepodcast

TEACHER SHORTAGE free on Tubi

https://tubitv.com/movies/653233/teacher-shortage

MRS. CLAUS (aka STIRRING) free on Tubi

https://tubitv.com/movies/100039116/mrs-claus

PARTY NIGHT free on Tubi

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ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT on Linktree

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#horror

Part 2 of our ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT interview with MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE'S Pat Miller. In this half, the focus shifts from his role of "Joey" in the cult classic film to his career as a stand-up comedian. From funny comebacks to times when he had glass objects thrown at him, Pat pulls no punches discussing controversial encounters. You'll also discover his unlikely day job, quote Benny Hill, and there's even something about Cocks vs. Beavers??? It's game on for this fun and somewhat shocking interview!

RICH HALL'S VANISHING AMERICA

https://youtu.be/8iJGBwgvcYA?si=zTB9gG26UjtfrjNE

MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE / RAW DEAL Double Feature DVD

https://amzn.to/4sEG8Dv

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@jahorton13

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@Area51ESD

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Part 1 of our ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT interview with Pat Miller, who portrayed "Joey" in the classic Stephen King film, MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE. John Horton and Kyle Pierson ask Pat to clarify some rumors about the movie and get his impressions of 40 years of fandom. Part 2 will be released in the coming days and will focus on his career as a comedian.

MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE Collector's Series Blu-ray

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THE RIVER Blu-ray

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John Horton and Kyle Pierson talk about good movies that made history by NOT making any money. Plus, Kyle brings you the inside scoop directly from Area 51's Earth Space Defense on last minute changes that greatly impacted the final cut of INDEPENDENCE DAY: RESURGENCE on this all-new episode of the ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT podcast!

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INDEPENDENCE DAY: CRUCIBLE Audio Book

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INDEPENDENCE DAY: UK free on YouTube

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#independenceday

Reviews of 2026's THE WRECKING CREW (not to be confused with several previous releases sharing the same title), SEND HELP, PRIMATE, the WITCHBOARD reimagining, THE MUPPET SHOW reboot, and why Apple TV+ demands your attention.

Meanwhile, things get a bit weird as John Horton and Kyle Pierson begin sharing bizarre encounters with Class 5 Free-Roaming Vapors.

THE WRECKING CREW on Prime Video

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PRIMATE on Blu-ray

https://amzn.to/4tHv1uB

MERCY on 4K UltraHD

https://amzn.to/4qSeGki

WITCHBOARD for Digital Rental or Purchase

https://amzn.to/4s2q9Pa

WITCHBOARD (1986) free on YouTube

https://youtu.be/Eopr3V5DGYA?si=IKaE0XYIuI4FVdx7

WITCHBOARD 2 free on YouTube

https://youtu.be/p6MQWEufaDo?si=wL6l0RQEWkDgDSX2

WITCHBOARD 2 & 3 Drive-In Double Feature free on YouTube

https://youtu.be/wrFvBsdY88k?si=U10KM3nu-_5xOIqS

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT is transitioning to ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT! Follow our new social pages:

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Valentine's Day is upon us and it's time for a couple's greatest compromise: "What movie do you want to watch?" With the long Valentine's Weekend ahead, at least one of the films better be romantic. But how do you get a stubborn man to sit still through a romantic comedy? John Horton and Kyle Pierson have selected the perfect films to satisfy you both, while providing a few tricks on how to convince him to watch in the first place.

Warning: there be SPOILERS!

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#valentinesday

They are the film themes you find yourself humming out loud. Which motion picture scores did John Horton and Kyle Pierson pick as their favorites? Find out in this all-new episode of the IN THE SPOTIGHT web series and the ATTACK OF THE SPOTLIGHT podcast!

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#moviescores