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We’re back. In honor of the upcoming release of Terminator: Dark Fate, we take a look at the mess that is the Terminator timeline. We explore every Terminator film from the James Cameron original, to the 2015 mess Genisys. On the 51st Episode we also take at the biggest news from the week and the box office results.

The Box Office

After coming in at number two last weekend, Joker returns to the number one spot with $18.9 million. Maleficent: Mistress of Evil takes the number two spot with $18.5 million in it’s second weekend out. New release Countdown takes the number five spot with a $8.8 million opening.

The News

Bond 25, No Time to Die has wrapped principle photography. In casting news, Cardi B has joined the cast of the Vin Diesel lead Fast and Furious 9. Her role has yet to be disclosed. The first trailer for Diesel’s next film, Bloodshot has been released.

Netflix is looking to release an update including a 1.5 times speed in which users can view their content. The update has received mixed reviews from industry professionals and users. In other trailer news, the first look at the Scott Cooper directed horror film, Antlers.

In Disney news, the company has announced that a sequel to the cult classic Hocus Pocus is in the works. The original film was released in 1993 to mixed reviews, but has since grown a hardcore fanbase. The sequel will likely be released exclusively to Disney+.

The Mess That Is The Terminator Timeline

A debate and discussion that has gone on for decades now, how does the timeline of the Terminator franchise connect? Furthermore, this is a question that may never have an answer, nor may the timeline ever make sense. On this episode we look at said timeline, explain some of our theories, and why the series is one of the best time travel series of all time.

The Shameless Plugs

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Happy Halloween! Welcome to the 50th Episode of the Back Lot 605 Podcast. With Halloween just around the corner, we thought of no better way to celebrate the spooky season by sharing our favorite Halloween traditions. We talk about our favorite costumes, candy, and of course our favorite movies to watch on Halloween! What are some of your Halloween traditions? Let us know!

The Box Office

Disney’s Maleficent: Mistress of Evil tops the box office with a $36.9 million opening. Last week’s number one, Joker, takes in $29 million in it’s second weekend out. Zombieland 2: Double Tap takes in $26.8 million in the number three spot. Noteworthy, Bong Joon Ho’s Parasite takes the number 11 spot with $1.2 million in only 33 theaters.

The News

The Matt Reeves directed Batman film has found it’s Catwoman and Riddler. Zoe Kravitz (Mad Max Fury Road) joins the cast as Selina Kyle, aka Catwoman. Paul Dano (There Will Be Blood) joins the cast as Edward Nigma, aka The Riddler.

In other casting news, Samara Weaving (Ready or Not) has been cast in the GI Joe spinoff, Snake Eyes. Neil Patrick Harris (Gone Girl) joins the cast of The Matrix 4. Furthermore, John Krasinski (A Quiet Place) is set to write, direct, and star in Imaginary Friends. Krasinski will star alongside Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool) in the film.

Robert Eggers (The Witch) has announced his next project, along with a cast. This Viking revenge tale, The Northman, has the backing by a stellar cast. Nicole Kidman, Willem Dafoe, Bill Skarsgard, Alexander Skarsgard, and Anya Taylor-Joy round out the cast. The revenge film is set in Iceland during the 10th century.

Finally, Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell announce that Evil Dead 4 is on the way, with a new director. Raimi will not return to direct, rather he will hand pick the next director and executive produce the film. Raimi has also announced he will return to the directing chair in a new feature film. The yet untitled film is described as a mix between Misery and Cast Away.

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Welcome to Episode 49 of the Back Lot 605 Podcast! We are joined by Andy Heller, the resident ‘fat dude’ of Fat Dude Digs Flicks. In honor of the release of Gemini Man, we take a look back at the best Will Smith movies! We discuss our favorites, guilty pleasures, and underrated Smith movies. What are some of your essential Will Smith films?

The Box Office

Joker reigns supreme at the box office for the second weekend in a row. The Todd Phillips directed film takes in over $55 million. The Addams Family comes in at number 2 with $30 million. Lastly, Gemini Man under performs with a $20 million.

The News

The rumor mill is churning on the possibility of a Little Shop of Horrors remake. Lady Gaga (A Star is Born) is rumored to be eyed for Audrey. Also, Billy Porter (Pose) is rumored to play the killer plant Audrey II.

The first trailer for the Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt lead Jungle Cruise has dropped. Jungle Cruise hits theaters July 24, 2020.

Lastly, the first poster and trailer for Dolittle has also dropped. The Robert Downey Jr. lead film hits theaters January 17, 2020.

The Best Will Smith Movies

With the release of Gemini Man we take a look at our favorite Will Smith movies. We discuss our favorites, guilty pleasures, and underrated Smith films. What are some of your favorites?

The Shameless Plugs

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On this episode of The Killer Countdown we are joined by local filmmaker Dominic Wieneke to countdown the Halloween series. Along with co-host Casey Kelderman, Dom helps create a top 8 list from the Halloween franchise. With eleven films in the running, which of these can make our top 8? This is our official Halloween ranking!

Halloween Series Countdown

Beginning in 1978 with John Carpenter’s original Halloween, the masked Shape, Michael Myers, was released upon the world. After 7 sequels, the franchise was rebooted in 2007 by musician turned director Rob Zombie. Nearly a decade later the franchise returned to the original with a direct sequel from David Gordon Green. On this Killer Countdown, we countdown the top 8 films in the entire Halloween franchise. With eleven films eligible, which will not make the Halloween ranking?

To help do so we are joined by local filmmaker Dominic Wieneke. Dominic has directed over ten short films, including the award winning Mr. Pointy. Also, Wieneke directed the heavy metal slasher feature film, Death Rot. As a lifelong horror fan, Dom has fulfilled a lifelong dream of being a part of the Friday the 13th lexicon. Wieneke is a grip and camera op on the upcoming Deborah Voorhees directed 13 Fanboy. 13 Fanboy is an offshoot of the Friday the 13th series about a stalker killer who preys on the actors of the Friday series.

To help support 13 Fanboy, please visit: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/13-fanboy#/

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The Furies is a 2019 Shudder Exclusive Australian slasher film. The film is written and directed by Tony D’Aquino and stars Airlie Dodds. Airlie joins us on this episode of the Back Lot 605 Podcast. We ask her about her work on The Furies. Also, who some of her favorite final girls are. And finally what her favorite horror films are. Check out the full podcast now!

Kayla (Dodds) is a mild mannered woman who is thrown into a deadly game of cat and mouse with a group of masked killers. Not only does she suffer from seizures, but also visions of the killers. Kayla must form alliances within the game and decide who she can trust.

Airlie Dodds is an Australian actress and has been acting for over a decade. The Furies and her role of Kayla have received critical acclaim from various media outlets. The film is an official selection at MonsterFest 2019 and FrightFest 2019.

The Furies is available now on https://www.shudder.com/

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On episode 48 of the Back Lot 605 Podcast we take on the task of ranking every Kevin Smith movie! In honor of Jay and Silent Bob Reboot we decide to take a retrospective look at Smith’s entire filmography. How do you rank the Kevin Smith films? Also, we take a look at the box office and movie news from the past week.

The Box Office

Joker takes the number one spot at the box office with $96 million. The R rated crime drama is now the highest grossing opening for an October release domestically. Abominable takes the number two spot with $11.9 million, dropping from last week’s number one. Downton Abbey comes in at number 3 with $7.9 million.

The News

The rumor mill is churning on the Robert Pattinson lead Batman film. Reports are saying that Jeffrey Wright (Shaft) is in talks to join as Commissioner Gordon. Furthermore, Jonah Hill (Superbad) is in talks to join the film as either The Riddler or The Penguin.

Jordan Peele has signed a five year, two picture deal at Universal Pictures. The deal states that Peele will write, direct, and produce two new films for the production company.

Two new trailers have been released this past week for major comic book properties. The first of which is for the Margot Robbie lead Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn).

Our second trailer is for The Kingsmen prequel film, The Kings Man.

Finally, Kevin Smith has announced that Clerks 3 is happening (tentatively)! Smith, along with Jason Mewes, announce that Jeff Anderson will return as Randal Graves in Clerks 3.

Ranking the Kevin Smith Films

Today, we take on the task of ranking every Kevin Smith directed film! The following films are eligible for this ranking:

Clerks (1994)

Mallrats (1995)

Chasing Amy (1997)

Dogma (1999)

Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back (2001)

Jersey Girl (2004)

Clerks 2 (2006)

Zack and Miri Make a Porno (2008)

Cop Out (2010)

Red State (2011)

Tusk (2014)

Yoga Hosers (2016)

The Shameless Plugs

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On this episode of our bi-weekly horror countdown, two combatants go head to head in a ranking of the Child’s Play series. Each player will get 4 random numbers in which they will place their entry’s to the entire series. Competitors this week are Adam Dillenburg and Andre Handy. Which Chucky film will come out on top? Listen to find out!

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The Killer Countdown Episode 7 – Child’s Play Series

Hosts: Blake Ginithan and Casey Kelderman

Guests: Adam Dillenburg and Andre Handy

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In Search of Darkness is an upcoming horror documentary about the greatest decade in horror history, the 1980’s. On this episode, we are joined by director David Weiner to discuss the doc. We ask David what it was like to interview legends like John Carpenter and Larry Cohen. Also, we ask him what his favorite snip-it from the documentary was that did not make the final cut. The film is available now at https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/in-search-of-darkness#/.

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Back Lot 605 Podcast – Episode 47 – Comic Book Movie Bracket LIVE from SiouxperCon

On this special LIVE recording of the Back Lot 605 main show, we are joined by Andy from Fat Dude Digs Flicks and Marvin, Alex, and Garrett from Wednesday Comics! What better way to help celebrate SiouxperCon 2019 than a 16 movie comic book bracket. Here we place the top 16 rated comic book films (according to a combined user and critic rating on Rotten Tomatoes) in a March Madness style bracket. With the audiences help we determine what is the greatest comic book movie of all time!

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On Episode 46 of the Back Lot 605 Podcast we are joined by our friend Andy Heller the resident fat dude of Fat Dude Digs Flicks! We do a full rundown of the events, guests, and panels at the 2019 SiouxperCon. SiouxperCon is comic and pop culture convention taking place in Sioux Falls, SD on September 27-29 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. Also, we discuss the box office and the latest movie news from the last week.

The Box Office

Downton Abbey, the big screen spinoff of the popular PBS series, takes the top spot at the box office. The film opened at number with $31 million. The Brad Pitt lead Ad Astra took the number two spot with $19.2 million. The final chapter in the Rambo saga, Last Blood, opened at number three with $19 million.

The News

A new poster for Birds of Prey has been released by Warner Bros. The poster showcases each of the main players in a lighthearted tone.

Fede Alvarez (Don’t Breathe) is in talks to produce a sequel to The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. The sequel is rumored to take the same route as Halloween (2018) and be a direct sequel to the original.

M. Night Shyamalan is set to direct two original films at Universal. No plot details have been announced at this time.

Two new Netflix trailers have been released, including In the Tall Grass and Living With Yourself.

SiouxperCon 2019 Preview

Guests

Wally Wingert: Voice actor

Invader Zim – Almighty Tallest Red

Batman Arkham – Riddler

Alice Through the Looking Glass – Humpty Dumpty 

Ian Whyte: Actor

Alien vs Predator – Predators

Game of Thrones – Dongo the Doomed Giant

Prometheus – The Engineer

Star Wars – Force Awakens, Rogue One, Last Jedi

Billy Gunn: Wrestler

WWE Hall of Fame

AEW Head Coach

Blake Foster: Actor

Power Rangers Turbo

Ciara Hanna: Actor

Power Rangers Megaforce

Attractions

Screen replica of The Delorean from Back to the Future

The screen used The Green Goblin Mask from Maximum Overdrive

South Dakota Ghostbusters

Events

SiouxperMania 2 – Friday at 7PM

Back Lot 605 Presents SiouxperScreenings – Saturday at 8:30PM

Mr. Pointy – Dominic Weineke (Q&A)

Pandamonium – Brandon Lunzman

The Ghost in Her – MG White (Q&A)

Movie Madness: Comic Book Movies

A 16 movie bracket consisting of the best films in the comic book movie genre. 16 films. 1 winner.

Featuring: Back Lot 605, Fat Dude Digs Flicks, Wednesday Comics

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