Midnight Viewing

Father Malone has an in-depth conversation with renowned filmmaker Armand Mastroianni, known for his classic films like 'He Knows You're Alone' and TV series such as 'Friday the 13th: The Series' and 'Dark Shadows'. Starting with his early interest in filmmaking in Brooklyn, Mastroianni shares his experiences of meeting influential figures, working creatively within budget constraints, and his respect for classic Hollywood storytelling. The discussion highlights his innovative visual storytelling techniques and work on TV series like 'Tales from the Darkside' and 'War of the Worlds'. Reflecting on his career, he provides insights into his collaborations, creative decisions, and the unpredictable nature of the industry, illustrating his persistence, passion, and the collaborative essence of filmmaking.

00:00 Introduction to the Special Guest
01:30 Early Life and Inspiration
01:57 First Steps in Filmmaking
09:10 Breakthrough with Otto Preminger
13:47 He Knows You're Alone: The Big Break
21:25 Working with Hollywood Legends
29:02 Tales from the Dark Side and Mentorship
42:51 Stories with TJ 
43:26 Filming on Both Coasts
44:48 First TV Movie Success
45:23 Visual Storytelling in TV Movies
48:23 Dark Shadows Revival
53:46 Friday the 13th and Pushing Boundaries
59:31 Directing Style and Shot Lists
01:01:34 The Ring and Casting Challenges
01:05:49 Gone But Not Forgotten
01:08:26 Working with Chuck McCann
01:15:42 Collaborations and Future Projects
01:19:35 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Projects


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In this week's episode of Father Malone's Weekly Roundup, Father Malone and Little Miss Ripley Jean dive into the cultural impact of 'The X-Files' and review the TV show 'Evil.' Additionally, they spotlight Orson Welles' 1973 classic documentary 'F for Fake,' exploring themes of trickery and artistic forgery. The episode concludes with a review of 'The Watchers,' a supernatural thriller set in rural Ireland, starring Dakota Fanning. Father Malone shares his thoughts on the film's strengths and weaknesses, particularly in its handling of Irish folklore.

00:00 Welcome to Father Malone's Weekly Roundup
00:50 The Cultural Impact of The X-Files
02:37 Exploring the Show 'Evil'
07:17 Ripley's Pick: 'F for Fake'
12:14 Review of 'The Watchers'
18:01 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

In this episode of Midnight Viewing Anthologies Attack!, host Father Malone sits down with actor, director, producer, and author Christopher John Fetherolf to explore Monty Python's The Meaning of Life. They reminisce about their past, discuss Fetherolf's new book 'The Last of the Giant Fire Lizards,' and examine the film's most memorable scenes, character dynamics, and unique blend of humor and depth. The conversation covers Python's individual contributions, thematic elements, and the experience of watching the film at different life stages portrayed. 

00:00 Introduction to Dark Destinations 
01:18 Introduction to Midnight Viewing
01:32 Special Guest: Christopher John Fetherolf 
02:35 Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
05:19 Chris Fetherolf's New Book
09:03 Projectionist Days
12:49 Monty Python's Influence and Comedy
23:43 Crimson Permanent Assurance and Musical Anthology
40:50 Absurdity of Monty Python's Humor
41:17 Musical Satire: Every Sperm is Sacred
42:35 Comparing Classic Musicals
43:42 Social Commentary and Forward-Thinking Jokes
44:45 Heavenly Absurdities and Final Musical Numbers
47:58 The Meaning of Life: A Contemptuous Conclusion
51:50 Sex Education and Satirical Humor
53:46 The Python Writing Process
56:35 Favorite Python Moments and Characters
01:05:50 Graham Chapman: The Perfect Leading Man
01:10:43 Terry Gilliam's Unique Contributions
01:21:07 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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In this episode of Anthologies Attack!, hosts Father Malone and Antonio LLapur deviate from the usual format to introduce a fresh segment: superhero schoolyard smackdowns. They dive deep into comparisons of cinematic and television portrayals of DC & Marvel villains, pitting incarnations of Lex Luthor, the Riddler, Carmine Falcone, General Zod, Captain Cold, Kingpin, Bullseye, and the Red Skull against each other. Through passionate discussions and amusing banter, they assess which versions of these notorious villains would come out on top in hypothetical matchups. Future episodes promise similar battles among the heroes.


00:00 Introduction to Anthology's Attack
01:29 Lex Luthor Showdown: Hackman vs. Spacey
02:56 The Ruthless Lex Luthor: Hackman vs. Eisenberg
03:13 John Cryer: The Best Lex Luthor?
04:31 Rosenbaum's Lex Luthor: The Wasted Potential
05:26 The Evolution of Lex Luthor
08:45 The Riddler Face-Off: Carrey vs. Astin
10:40 Falcone's Battle: Turturro vs. Wilkinson
11:51 General Zod: The Ultimate Showdown
14:03 Captain Cold: The Finest Supervillain Performance
18:15 Batman and the Shark Repellent
20:02 Kingpin Clash: Rhys-Davies vs. Duncan
22:14 Critiquing Movie Soundtracks
23:57 Michael Clarke Duncan's Kingpin Performance
26:04 Vincent D'Onofrio as Wilson Fisk
30:07 The Batman and Gotham City
35:32 Red Skull in the MCU
42:22 Christopher Lambert Anecdote
45:15 Conclusion and Next Session Teaser

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Father Malone shifts focus from anthologies to more accessible content available on streaming platforms. Joined by new co-host Ripley, they discuss Godzilla Minus One, The Boys Season 4, House of the Dragon Season 2, the new Star Wars series The Acolyte, and Outer Range. The episode also includes a look at the new Robert Zemeckis film "Here" and a classic movie recommendation from Ripley.

00:00 Introduction and New Format Announcement 
01:34 Review: Godzilla Minus One
04:35 Review: The Boys Season 4
08:24 Review: House of the Dragon Season 2
11:56 Review: The Acolyte
15:24 Discussion: Here Movie Trailer
24:29 Star Wars TV Show Critique
25:53 The Brat Pack Documentary
30:21 Anthony Michael Hall's Career Insights
32:07 Outer Range: A Neo-Western Gem
36:48 Ripley's Picks: Beverly Hills Cop
41:01 Closing Remarks and Contact Info

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In this episode, the host, Father Malone,  Mike White from The Projection Booth and Chris Stachiw from KultureCast,  delve into two Season 1 episodes: 'The Tear Collector' and 'The Madness Room', providing a detailed discussion, critique, and humorous take on the storylines, acting, and production elements of both episodes. Additionally, the hosts engage in broader conversations about horror anthology storytelling, the effectiveness of anthology tropes, and share anecdotes related to the episodes and film industry.

00:00 Welcome to Midnight Viewing: Tales from the Darkside
01:42 Critique and Commentary on 'The Tear Collector'
15:18 Transitioning to 'The Madness Room' Episode
15:42 Uncovering a Lost Episode: Night Gallery's Hidden Gem
16:03 The Elaborate Plan: Critiquing a Complex Murder Scheme
21:13 The Madness Room: A Deep Dive into Plot and Characters
24:50 Anthology Logic and the Quest for a Perfect Murder
29:57 Where to Find the Hosts: Projects and Podcasts

On this episode of Anthologies Attack we have an in-depth discussion about the interconnected dark tales of Basin City's most notorious residents. A journey through the 2005 comic book movie scene, focusing on the iconic Sin City.

Delve deep into the film’s gritty noir essence, standout performances by Mickey Rourke and Bruce Willis. Explore the film's visual style, storytelling, and the controversial gender politics of Frank Miller's work while reflecting on its impact on the neo-noir genre.

00:00 Introduction and Hosts
00:15 Comic Book Movies of 2005
01:13 Spotlight on Sin City
03:50 Frank Miller's Influence
14:17 Frank Miller's Independent Work
22:42 Robert Rodriguez's Journey
28:04 Sin City: The Movie
49:01 Mickey Rourke's Career and Boxing Journey
50:19 Mickey Rourke's Iconic Role as Marv
52:12 Carla Gugino and Jessica Alba's Performances
56:55 The Unsexy Nature of Sin City
01:00:31 Kevin and Elijah Wood's Creepy Performance
01:04:04 Dwight's Story and The Big Fat Kill
01:18:19 Hartigan's Return and That Yellow Bastard
01:28:20 Final Thoughts on Sin City and Its Sequel
01:31:10 Conclusion and Where to Find More Content

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This session covers the intriguing yet perplexing 'Snip Snip' (S1 E14) starring Carol Kane and Bud Cort, featuring an algebra teacher dabbling in the occult, and 'Answer Me' (S1 E15) starring Jean Marsh, revolving around a hauntingly persistent ringing telephone.

01:52 Welcome to Midnight Viewing
02:19 Episode Discussion: Snip Snip
02:48 Acting Highlights and Critiques
06:21 Plot Holes and Logical Issues
13:34 Episode Discussion: Answer Me
22:29 Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes
22:47 Where to Find More Content
23:44 Final Sign-Off

'Legends of the Dark Knight,' which aired on October 10, 1998. This episode showcases three unique Batman stories inspired by the works of Bill Finger, Dick Sprang, and Frank Miller. The discussion spans different art styles, storytelling techniques, memorable character portrayals, including Michael Ironside's take on an older Batman, and broader Batman lore. The conversation also delves into Batman's evolution from comics to films, highlighting the influences on modern Batman portrayals by directors like Zack Snyder and Tim Burton. Tune in for nostalgic insights and future speculations on one of DC's most iconic heroes.

00:00 Welcome to Anthology's Attack
00:17 Exploring Batman: The Animated Series
00:41 Batman Through the Ages
02:07 The Evolution of Batman's Rogues Gallery
06:40 Batman and James Bond: A Comparative Analysis
07:52 The Legacy of Robin
08:57 The Impact of Crisis on Infinite Earths
27:22 The Dark Knight Returns: Influence and Adaptation
46:37 Discussing James Gunn's Impact on Guardians of the Galaxy
48:57 Superman Costume Critique and Predictions
50:18 Firefly and Batman Villains in Animation
53:41 The Harley Quinn Animated Series
59:09 DC vs Marvel: Heroes and Their Worlds
01:06:43 The Influence of The Dark Knight Returns
01:13:38 Casting Choices and Superhero Movie Critiques
01:20:33 Final Thoughts on Batman and Anthology Ideas
01:25:10 Closing Remarks and Where to Find Us


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Dorothy Lynman plays a fake psychic delivering only good news to her clients until she receives a Tarot deck that only predicts doom in IN THE CARDS.

Alice Ghostley stars in ANNIVERSARY DINNER about an aging, empty-nest couple who befriend a young woman as their 25th anniversary feast approaches.


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