Midnight Viewing

Join Father Malone, Mike White from The Projection Booth, and Chris Stachiw from TheKulturecast as they delve into two episodes from Season 2 of George A. Romero's 'Tales from the Dark Side.' The hosts provide in-depth commentary on 'The Trouble with Mary Jane,' discussing the performances of Phyllis Diller and Lawrence Tierney, and explore the unnerving aspects of 'Ursa Minor' starring Marilyn Jones and Timothy Carhart. The podcast episode also touches upon the eerie themes, character dynamics, and the unexpectedly dark endings of these classic horror anthology episodes.

00:34 Episode Review: The Trouble with Mary Jane 
02:32 Discussion on Phyllis Diller and Lawrence Tierney
15:22 Episode Review: Ursa Minor 
26:22 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Episodes

Father Malone and his co-host Miss Ripley Jean discuss the new adaptation 'Hellboy: The Crooked Man,' featuring a deeper dive into Hellboy's comic origins and its latest film iteration with Jack Kesey. There's a discussion on Drag Me to Hell's impact and whether the presence of horror masterminds such as Sam Raimi still resonates. The episode wraps up with Alex Cox's bizarre western Straight to Hell

00:00 Introduction
01:58 Hellboy: The Crooked Man Review
0:54 Drag Me to Hell Review
18:37 Straight to Hell: A Punk Spaghetti Western

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In this episode of Midnight Viewing, we're crossing over with The Kulturecast to discuss the film 'Saturday Night,' which depicts the events leading up to the first broadcast of 'Saturday Night Live.'

The film, directed by Jason Reitman, explores the hectic 90-minute period before the airing of the show, offering a unique real-time perspective. We take a look at the movie for its romanticized portrayal of real events and characters, particularly the enigmatic Lorne Michaels. We question the necessity of fictional scenes and the film's omission of key historical details, while appreciating the performances and recreations. And we wrap up with recommendations for listeners interested in more accurate historical accounts of SNL's early years. 

00:00 Introduction 
02:15 Personal Reflections on SNL
06:51 Critique of the Movie's Historical Accuracy
17:41 Saturday Night
29:56 Character Arcs and Performances 
35:05 Bits, Skits, and Sketches 
49:35 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Father Malone and co-host Miss Ripley Jean delve into recent films, including an adaptation of Stephen King's 'Salem's Lot',  'The Substance,' and Kevin Smith's autobiographical film set in 1986 'The 4:30 Movie'.

00:00 Welcome to Father Malone's Weekly Roundup

01:51 Introducing the Latest Stephen King Adaptation: Salem's Lot 

09:47 The Substance

20:16 The 4:30 Movie

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The discussion focuses on two episodes: 'The Devil's Advocate' and 'Distant Signals'. The hosts offer a spirited debate on Jerry Stiller's captivating performance in 'The Devil's Advocate', exploring the themes of hatred and diabolical influence in broadcasting. They also analyze 'Distant Signals', likening its plot to 'Galaxy Quest' and examining the prescient themes of legacy sequels.

00:00 Introduction to Midnight Viewing
00:22 Discussing 'The Devil's Advocate'
02:16 Mike's Take on 'The Devil's Advocate'
05:28 Comparing Radio Hosts and Talk Shows
14:02 Transition to 'Distant Signals'
14:41 Analyzing 'Distant Signals'
17:02 Comparisons and Reflections
25:30 Upcoming Episodes and Closing Remarks

In this episode of Father Malone's Weekly Roundup, join Father Malone and his co-host Ripley Jean as they explore the rich history and cultural impact of the iconic musical 'Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.' Featuring discussions on the original and various adaptations, an AI guest appearance by F-MAL1, and a spotlight on Christopher Lee in the segment 'Rip's Picks,' this episode promises a thrilling journey through the world of musical theater and classic horror. 

00:00 Welcome to Father Malone's Weekly Roundup
03:46 The Legacy of Sweeney Todd
08:15 AI Father Malone Joins the Show
14:08 Ripley's Picks and Christopher Lee
20:47 Closing Remarks and What's Next

Father Malone and Antonio Llsput dive into the 1976 cult classic animated film 'Allegro Non Troppo' by Bruno Bozzetto. Referencing the film as a satirical response to Disney's 'Fantasia', they discuss its unique blend of live-action and animation, the various art styles used, and the film's absurd and dreamlike qualities. They also touch on themes like societal commentary through visual gags, and how unique sequences such as the 'Bolero' stood out. Additional discussions include comparisons with Italian cinema and other acclaimed animated works from different regions. 

00:00 Introduction and Host Assignments
02:32 Discussing Allegro Non Troppo 
06:55 Italian Cinema and Its Quirks
14:59 Fantasia vs. Allegro Non Troppo
22:59 Slavonic Dance and Social Commentary
26:45 Bolero: The Evolution of Life 
32:56 Heartbreaking Cat Story: A Tearjerker
37:16 The Temptation of the Serpent: A Unique Take on Genesis 

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In this week's episode of Father Malone's Weekly Roundup, Father Malone and Miss Ripley Jean delve into the latest streaming offerings, focusing on HBO Max's 'The Penguin.' They explore the rich history of the character and Colin Farrell’s remarkable transformation for the role. The episode also takes a turn with a discussion on 'Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein,' featuring Ripley Jean’s enthusiastic reactions. Lastly, Father Malone revisits the classic film 'The Bad News Bears,' celebrating its unique representation and timeless story.

00:00 Welcome to Father Malone's Weekly Roundup
01:03 The Penguin
07:59 Ripley's Pick: Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein
11:55 Baseball Films: The Bad News Bears

Featured episodes include 'Halloween Candy' starring Roy Poole and Tim Choate, and 'The Satanic Piano' with Michael Warren and Lisa Bonet. The discussion explores themes of elder abuse, cosmic fate, writer's block, technophobia, Faustian bargains, and much more.

00:00 Introduction to Midnight Viewing Podcast
00:39 Discussing 'Halloween Candy' Episode
02:28 Character Analysis and Episode Critique
06:34 Comparisons to Other Works
11:59 Technophobia and Nostalgia
15:12 Analyzing 'Halloween Candy' Episode
16:14 Introduction to 'The Satanic Piano'
16:46 Mike's Take on 'The Satanic Piano'
18:12 Chris's Perspective on 'The Satanic Piano'
22:07 Father Malone's Insights and Final Thoughts
30:53 Upcoming Episodes and Closing Remarks

Join Father Malone and Ripley Jean in this week's roundup as they delve into the vibrant world of contemporary and historical Irish music through film. Discover 'Kneecap,' a captivating look at Irish hip hop against the backdrop of post-Troubles Belfast. And explore 'The Commitments' and 'Good Vibrations,' stories of soul and punk rock shaping Ireland's cultural identity.

00:00 Introduction and Opening Theme
02:03 Kneecap 
09:09 Rip's Picks: The Commitments
15:22 Good Vibrations: The Story of Terri Hooley
19:43 Conclusion and Sign-Off