That cat is dangerous!

Josh and Jesse encounter a cat-like alien and a rubbery mushroom monster in Josh’s pick for this episode, The Cat! They discuss the film’s fantastic special effects, break down the fearless action sequences, and laugh along at the movie’s craziest swings. At the top of the hour, Jesse and Josh talk about Jesse’s visit to Vinegar Syndrome’s brick-and-mortar shop in Pittsburgh, before reacting to new announcements from Arrow Video, Vinegar Syndrome, and Criterion. Be sure to listen to the end to hear next episode’s pick!

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00:00 Introduction

01:01 Jesse's Trip to Vinegar Syndrome Pittsburgh

06:42 What We've Been Watching

18:43 Arrow Video's May Announcements

22:50 Vinegar Syndrome's March Releases

27:55 Vinegar Syndrome Partner Label Updates

33:09 New Movies Coming to the Criterion Collection

35:08 Other Upcoming Releases

36:51 "The Cat" Synopsis and Opening Thoughts

44:08 The Plot of "The Cat", or at Least What We Could Tell

48:06 The Junkyard Brawl: A Masterpiece?

52:51 Glorious Goop and Awesome Practical Effects

58:27 Favorite Lines and Funny Bits

01:02:09 Origins of the Character Wisely

01:04:24 Discussing Bonus Features and Packaging of "The Cat"

01:10:18 Jesse's Pick for Next Episode