CinemaSpection

Gather round the maypole as Corinne, Polly, and Tim journey to scenic Summerisle to keep an appointment with The Wicker Man from 1973. We'll discuss this chilling suspense film's depiction of belief systems in conflict, comment on the power of its unforgettable ending, and lament the twin crimes of film location vandalism and bad remakes. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and a frog in the throat. Also, due to some microphone issues, the sound mix on some portions of this episode is a little wiggy. We hope this doesn't detract from your enjoyment of the program. Our theme song is "Nostalgia TV" by Edward Jonathan Blakeley through Lynne Publishing.

Chris, Corinne, Sarah, and Tim are getting off of the window seat and heading to Happydale to discuss Arsenic and Old Lace from 1944. Join us as we debate the morality and motivations of the Brewster murders, praise Cary Grant's broad acting choices, and consider the film's metaphorical criticism about American history. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and CHAAAAAAAAAAAAAARGE!!!!

Our theme song is "Nostalgia TV" by Edward Jonathan Blakeley through Lynne Publishing.

Chris, Corinne, Sarah, and Tim dig beneath the surface of the 1990 creature feature Tremors. Subjects discussed include the metaphorical significance of the town of Perfection, the film's seamless puppet and model effects, and the great human need for further adventures with Val and Earl. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and bad TV-version overdubbing. Our theme song is "Nostalgia TV" by Edward Jonathan Blakeley through Lynne Publishing.

Corinne, Rosie, and Tim hop into their stylish steampunk time machine to chat about Nicholas Meyer's Time After Time from 1979. Listen as they compare the film's depiction of H.G. Wells to the real man, attempt to reconcile the film's lapses in spatiotemporal logic, and wonder what the hell is with Mary Steenburgen's accent. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and a problem with the Heisenberg compensators. Our theme song is "Nostalgia TV" by Edward Jonathan Blakeley through Lynne Publishing.

This time Tim and MovieBob himself, Bob Chipman, discuss the real movie stars: the often scary, sometimes goofy, and generally awe-inspiring characters that put the creature in creature features. What makes a great movie monster? Why are they so appealing? And as we run down our list of the greatest beasties ever to invade a movie screen, which critter will come out on top? Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and a whole lot of kaiju. Our theme song is "Nostalgia TV" by Edward Jonathan Blakeley through Lynne Publishing.

Corinne and Tim spend a hot summer day discussing Dog Day Afternoon, Sidney Lumet's gripping portrait of a bank heist gone wrong. Topics include the amazing true story that inspired it, the intensity of young Al Pacino, the film's depiction of gay and transgender characters, and its influence on subsequent heist movies. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and ATTICA!! ATTICA!! ATTICA!!! Our theme song is "Nostalgia TV" by Edward Jonathan Blakeley through Lynne Publishing.

Corinne, Rosie, and Tim fend off clowns, trees, and swimming pools to discuss the trauma-inducing Poltergeist from 1982. Topics include the controversy over who actually directed the film, the supposed 'Poltergeist curse,' and the surprisingly strong roles for women in the movie. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and obstetric symbolism. Our theme song is "Nostalgia TV" by Edward Jonathan Blakeley through Lynne Publishing.

Corinne and Tim are just here for the gasoline... and to talk about Mad Max 2 a.k.a. The Road Warrior. Join us on a road trip about thirty years back along the fury road as we discuss the film's influence on post-apocalyptic cinema, George Miller's unique form of action film-making, and wasteland fashion. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and practical stunt-work. Our theme song is "Nostalgia TV" by Edward Jonathan Blakeley through Lynne Publishing.

Corinne and Tim take a chance on Carousel by watching Logan's Run from 1976. Remember, never trust anyone over 30. Warning: Contains spoilers, explicit language, and fish... and plankton... and sea-greens... and protein from the sea. Our theme song is "Nostalgia TV" by Edward Jonathan Blakeley through Lynne Publishing.

Get ready for a surprise! If you're interested in 1990's Total Recall, Corinne and Tim will remember it for you wholesale. Is it all in Arnie's head? Is there life on Mars? What's with all the 1980s-era shoulder-pads? Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers and Schwarzenegger's agonized growling. Our theme song is "Nostalgia TV" by Edward Jonathan Blakeley through Lynne Publishing.