Kevin and Chris hit the penultimate episode of their Universal Monster movie series with two very interesting films. One has a giant deadly creature on the loose (yet again) and the other’s main villain is the existence of man. In other words, a GREAT double-feature!

Chris and Kevin break down their hopes for She-Hulk (and the MCU) heading into the last two episodes. Kevin touches on the stellar year of horror movies that is 2022 and can now add Smile to that growing list. Chris hits a low point with Blonde and the opportunity that it squandered, discusses how Hocus Pocus 2 is a worthy successor to its cult-favorite predecessor, and begins an ambitious journey of 31 days, 31 movies for Spooktober.

Chris and Devin select from a strong list of beautiful movies. However, both are left scratching their heads wondering how their selections made this list. 

Chris’ Choice: On the Waterfront

Devin’s Choice: Bonnie and Clyde

Kev and Chris highlight the clear dip in quality and creativity with Universal’s mid-1950s film releases. Each possesses a more sci-fi-centric approach while delivering sub-par entries compared to other monster movies released in the same window.

Kevin and Chris continue into the 1950s releases of Universal International with a clear change in strategy of the typical ”monster movie” from the studio as they transition into more sci-fi-heavy movies.

Kevin and Chris discuss how 4th wall breaks and prequel-itis are hurting some of the shows they’ve invested in, there’s both smoke and fire for Wilde and Pugh’s behind-the-scenes drama for Don’t Worry Darling, The Woman King is worth some of the hype and more!

In the final installment of this Olsen Twin series, Devin saves the best/worst for last with the Olsen Twin’s last theatrical release. Devin and Chris find enjoyment in this absurd film and also reflect back upon the previous 5 movies. Could there be bonus episodes on the horizon??? Who knows...

Chris and Kev are back after a break to discuss their thoughts on how twisted Barbarian was, Pearl manages to do something different than ”X”, and Chris tries to convince Kevin that She-Hulk is the best MCU show to date.

As Kevin and Chris embark on the back half of this series, this episode marks a change in the studio’s method of production as well as what type of ”monster” films they will produce in the future. Change is on the horizon...

Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948)

It Came From Outer Space (1953)

Kev and Chris get into two solid Universal monster films as they seem to be hitting their stride in the production of this stellar catalog while also entering into the untapped territory of the CROSSOVER FILM. 

The Wolf Man (1941)

Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man (1943)