Classic Horrors Club

In another tribute episode, Jeff and Richard discuss the life and career of Bert I. Gordon, known by many (thanks to Forrest J. Ackerman) as Mr. B.I.G. You probably know him as the director of such classics as The Amazing Colossal Man and Beginning of the End, but he had a career spanning six decades. We mention most of his films, but dig deep into two of them: The Spider (1958) and The Food of the Gods (1976.)

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Songs:

Bert I. Gordon by New Planet Trampoline from the 2015 album, The Wisconsin Witch House, available on Band Camp.

Food of the Gods by Freak from the album, Food of the Gods, available on YouTube.

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Codex Omniversa

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In this blast from the past, Jeff and Richard discuss two films related to our upcoming episode: The Amazing Colossal Man (1957) and War of the Colossal Beast (1958.) Consider it extra credit in addition to your regular homework for Episode 80, which will be our look at the life and career of Bert I. Gordon.

May we have your attention please?

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In this tribute episode, Jeff and Richard discuss the life and career of William Castle. We're not sure how great a director he was, but he was definitely a great showman, using creative gimmicks to get butts in seats. We take an in-depth look at two of his films, Macabre (1958) and The Night Walker (1964) as we ride a roller coaster of success.

 

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Songs:

William's Castle by Marco Beltrami from the original score of the 2006 film, Underworld Evolution

Nightwalker by Gino Vannelli from his 1981 album, Nightwalker

Our Plugs:

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Vampires and man-made monsters are usually the subject of horror movies, but what happens when they're used for comedic purposes? Are the characters and situations sturdy enough to support humor?

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These are the questions with which Jeff and Richard wrestle in the latest meeting of the Classic Horrors Club when they discuss Uncle Was a Vampire (1959) and Young Frankenstein (1974.) One is a true classic and one... is a movie. (That's meant to be funny; Young Frankenstein is really good!)

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And that was meant to be funny, too. Do you get it? Comedy is subjective and you may not appreciate it, but there's bound to be something in these two films (and the podcast) to tickle your funny bone.

 

We've been nominated for Best Podcast in the 21st Annual Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards! Click here to view all the nominees, many of whom are dear friends and listeners.

 

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Songs:

Dracula Cha Cha by Bruno Martino from the 1959 album, The Great Successes of Bruno Martino

Puttin' on the Ritz by Gene Wilder and Peter Boyle from the 1974 film, Young Frankenstein

Our Plugs:

Find Jeff at Classic Horrors Club

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DC Comics Guy

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Find Richard at Monster Movie Kid:

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Eternal Thanks to:

Alistair Hughes

Young Frankenstein: the Story of the Making of the Film from Black Dog & Leventhan (2016)

Monster Tag Team from American Mythology Productions available March 29, 2023

It's February and love is in the air. What hot-blooded man wouldn't be be attracted to these lovely ladies? Sure, they're selfish and evil and manipulate men to get what they want, but in the end, they get what they deserve. Meet Countess Dracula and Lady Frankenstein, the titular characters of two films from 1971.

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Jeff and Richard discuss the movies and their remarkable similarities. Hammer glamour and Eurohorror sleaze... what more could you possibly want on Valentine's Day?!?

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Songs

Midnight by North East England singer-songwriter Steve Nielson.

Lady Frankenstein by Matthew Sweet from the 2018 album, Tomorrow's Daughter.

While the world falls apart around us, Jeff and Richard focus on two specific disasters. In San Francisco, a fire rages out of control in the world's tallest building. In New York, a meteor splinter decimates the city. It's going to take more than your regular hosts to cover what's happening, so we've invited some special correspondents.

Yes, we're discussing the pinnacle of 1970s disaster films, The Towering Inferno (1974), and what some would consider the nadir, Meteor (1979.) Among the first-time viewings and revisits of your podcasters, you'll find much agreement, but also some surprising conclusions.

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Songs:

We May Never Love Like This Again by Maureen McGovern, from the 1974 motion picture, The Towering Inferno.

Meteor by Architects from the album, For Those That Wish to Exist.

Our Plugs:

Find Jeff at Classic Horrors Club

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DC Comics Guy

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Find Richard at Monster Movie Kid:

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Thanks to:

Alistair Hughes

Steve Turek

Jonathan Angarola

You should also listen to:

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Jeff and Richard discuss the life and films of producer Val Lewton, with a deep dive into two of his "less popular" movies, The Leopard Man (1943) and The Curse of the Cat People (1944.) For the first, they're joined by director William Friedkin (The Exorcist)... well, sort of. For the second, they're joined by historian William K. Everson... well, sort of.

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While your hosts agree on their opinions of the films, they disagree on whether or not it matters that The Curse of the Cat People is supposedly a sequel to Cat People (1942.) What do you think? In either case, these films are a revelation and you'll want to watch then again after you hear the discussion!

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Don't forget to check out the video companion on our YouTube channel. Put images to the voices... if you dare! Scratch that. Jeff lost the video portion, so it's simply the voices... with a lot more pictures and clips than usual...

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Songs:

Leopard Man by Joe Wallace & Al Woody's Owls, recorded in 1959 by Moon Records in Memphis, TN

Curse of the Cat People by Robert Coyne from his 2022 album, The Hiss of Life, copyright Meyer Records.

Our Plugs:

Find Jeff at Classic Horrors Club

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DC Comics Guy

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Find Richard at Monster Movie Kid:

https://monstermoviekid.wordpress.com

Thanks to:

Alistair Hughes

Bill Mize

Jonathan Angarola

You should also listen to:

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In this month's meeting, Jeff and Richard descend into the sub-sub-genre of "eco-horror," which falls beneath the umbrella of "natural horror," a popular sub-genre of the 1970s. These two films in particular make a great double feature because there not about just birds or rats or snakes or bats taking revenge on humans... all of nature is cranky.

In Frogs, the titular amphibians don't really kill anyone... or do they? And in Day of the Animals, the most damage is done by our canine friends. Yeah, the movies are flawed. But, man, are they fun!

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Songs:

Animals by Martin Garrix from the 2014 EP, Gold Skies

Animal by Neon Trees from their 2010 album, Habits

Both are available on Apple Music.

Our Plugs:

Find Jeff at Classic Horrors Club

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DC Comics Guy

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The Reaction Shot:

https://www.thereactionshot.com

Find Richard at Monster Movie Kid:

https://monstermoviekid.wordpress.com

Thanks to:

Steve Turek

Alistair Hughes

You should also listen to:

Hammerama

https://podbay.fm/p/diecast-movie-review-podcast

The Bloody Pit

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-bloody-pit/id537799330

For the Halloween 2022 club meeting, join Jeff and Richard as they partake in a double dose of The Raven, one from 1935 and one from 1963. Although both feature Boris Karloff, they're very different films, as are the feelings toward one of them between your two hosts. They stop short of fisticuffs, but one is caught off guard by the reaction of the other. No worries; it's the most wonderful time of the year, so no hard feelings...

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Songs:

The Raven, from the 2015 off-Broadway musical Nevermore, music & Lyrics by Jonathan Christenson and featuring Scott Shpeley.

The Raven, by Alan Parsons Project from the 1975 album Tales of Mystery & Imagination.

Both are available on Apple Music.

Our Plugs:

Find Jeff at Classic Horrors Club

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DC Comics Guy

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The Reaction Shot:

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Find Richard at Monster Movie Kid:

https://monstermoviekid.wordpress.com/

Thanks to:

Jared Garlock

Jonathan Angarola

You should also listen to:

https://podbay.fm/p/diecast-movie-review-podcast

This month, Jeff and Richard go on vacation to the adult theme parks, Westworld and Futureworld. Learn a lot about the two movies of the same names from 1973 and 1976, respectively, as well as a little about the short lived TV series, Beyond Westworld, and the currently-running HBO series, Westworld. We offer you fantasy, sensuality and adventure, complete satisfaction guaranteed!

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Songs:

Westworld, 2018 single by Evan Giia

Futureworld, by Trans Am, from their 1999 album, Futureworld

Both are available on Apple Music.

Our Plugs:

Find Jeff at Classic Horrors Club

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DC Comics Guy

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The Reaction Shot:

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Find Richard at Monster Movie Kid:

https://monstermoviekid.wordpress.com/