Chris is joined by Brantley from Horror Drafts and George from The Best Little Horror House in Philly to discuss the 1972 Mexican lucha libre film, Santo vs. Frankenstein's Daughter. They break down the plot, discuss the film's unique blend of horror and wrestling, and analyze the cultural significance of Santo and lucha libre. The discussion also touches on the film's production values, character depth, and the broader context of Mexican cinema. The episode wraps up with reflections on the film's entertainment value and how it compares to other Santo movies.

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In this episode of Dead Formats, Chris is joined by Greg and Murph from The Weekly Podcast Massacre to discuss the unfinished and unofficial 1983 film Wolfman vs. Godzilla (伝説の巨獣狼男対ゴジラ). They explore the film's development, its intriguing yet fragmented storyline, and its potential within the kaiju genre. The conversation highlights comparisons with other Godzilla movies, the unique aspects of the film, and the dedication of its creator, Shizuo Nakajima. The episode wraps up with a game of Murphzilla vs. Gregalon, where the guests guess the authenticity of various Godzilla crossover titles.

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Chris invites the three hosts of 5 Day Rentals, Bones, Kron, and Dan, for a special episode where they play the 1994 children's choose your own adventure audio cassette for the 2-XL interactive robot, Tales from the Crypt Keeper: If Wishes Were Hornets. Throughout the episode, they face trivia questions related to the films they've covered on 5DR, decide Billy Atkin's fate, and experience multiple story paths in an attempt to successfully lead Billy to a positive ending.

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Chris is joined by Murph and Greg from The Weekly Podcast Massacre to review the 1978 made-for-TV movie KISS Meets the Phantom of the Park. They discuss the film's convoluted plot, behind-the-scenes drama, and its campy blend of rock music, sci-fi, and martial arts. They explore the movie's bizarre elements, such as robot werewolves, and its connection to Marvel Comics. The episode also touches on the cultural impact of KISS, their rise and fall, and the band's larger-than-life personas.

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Chris is joined by DK and Dan Like Bands to discuss Edward Furlong's bizarre 1992 Japanese pop album Hold on Tight and its accompanying documentary I'll Be Waiting. They explore the backstory of the album's creation, its peculiar place within Japanese idol culture, and the forced involvement of a young Furlong. The trio also shares their top three tracks from the album, reminisce about their own teenage celebrity crushes, and reflect on the rarely discussed music careers of various celebrities including Vin Diesel, Paris Hilton, and Leonard Nimoy. The episode highlights the strangeness and awkward charm of Furlong's foray into music and his uncomfortable interactions within the documentary.

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Chris is joined by Dan from TYTD Reviews and Triv from Trivial Theater to discuss the world of lost media. They explore the drama surrounding the lost pilot of the Backyardigans and the behavior of film collectors who hoard rare media. The trio also reviews two German splatter films: Zyklus: Der blutige Sommer von 1999 (2004) and Splotsch: Ordnung Muss Sein! (1994). They analyze the practical effects, storytelling, and humor of the films while also drawing comparisons to works by Peter Jackson and Monty Python. The episode concludes with a trivia game on evil corporations in movies.

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Chris is joined by Jim and Steve from Waxing The Porpoise to discuss the 1996 made-for-TV movie Project: ALF. They delve into the movie's plot, its standing as a series finale for the ALF TV show, and share personal anecdotes about the franchise. The conversation explores various facets, including Martin Sheen's surprising role, the film's humor (or lack thereof), and ALF's cultural impact, particularly in Germany. The episode includes a humorous game segment in which Jim and Steve compete to answer geography questions based on an the MS-DOS computer game, ALF's U.S. Geography.

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Dead Formats is joined by Dakota and Chris from the Two in the Pinku podcast to explore the niche genre of groper train films from Japan, with a focus on the obscure 1983 film Groper Sucking Train (痴漢おしゃぶり電車). They discuss the history and characteristics of the genre, the societal and cultural context, and share insights into the challenges of archiving and subtitling these films. The episode also touches on the careers of key actors and directors, and the impact of these films on both Japanese and Western audiences.

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Chris is joined by Bones of 5 Day Rentals and DK from Nerds, Geeks, and the Kitchen Sink/DK & Dan Like Bands to explore the 1993 Russian novel Alien: Contact (ЧУЖИЕ КНИГА 4: КОНТАКТ), an unofficial continuation of the Alien saga. The trio discusses the process of translating this work, the bizarre plot and character choices, and the larger implications of fan fiction within the Alien franchise. A thorough analysis of the novel’s narrative elements and structural complexities is offered, providing a unique insight into a rare and fascinating piece of Alien lore.

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Chris is joined by Murph from The Weekly Podcast Massacre and Dan from 5 Day Rentals/DK & Dan Like Bands to explore the 1979 made-for-TV movie, The Jericho Mile, directed by Michael Mann. They discuss the film's production challenges, thematic elements, and draw parallels between this and Mann's later works like Thief and Heat. The conversation also touches on the acting performances, particularly of Peter Strauss and Brian Dennehy, and debates whether the film's ending is triumphant or tragic. The episode concludes with a game called The Greenbow Mile where Murph and Dan guess if a series of 1-star reviews were written for The Jericho Mile or Forrest Gump.

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