In this episode we discuss the strangely fascinating film, Masters of the Universe. Frank Langella and Dolph Lundgren star in a film that did no one but the critics any favors. Is it so bad it is good, or just bad? Or do questions of good and bad even apply with such art? We have opinions.

When you finish listening to us pontificate, you may want to watch Frank Langella reflect on his interpretation of one 80's cartoons greatest villains. Its about midway through the video. 

https://youtu.be/fUOLXBOm5ZI

In this episode we discuss the 2014 revenge action thriller, John Wick.  Keanu Reeves stars, with Michael Nyquist, Alfie Allen, Willem Dafoe, Adrianne Palicki, Dean Winters, Lance Reddick, and Ian McShane.

It is a simple story. Does it work?

Listen and find out what we think!

In this episode we discuss and review the 1967 western Hombre. Based on Elmore Leonard's first novel, this film was directed by Martin Ritt and starred the incomparable Paul Newman. Newman is hardly the only great actor in this complicated, nuanced film. The film also featured Richard Boone, Fredrich March, and Diane Cilento.

Enjoy the show. 

This week we discuss the 1941 Universal monster movie classic, The Wolf Man.  This film was so popular it launched six more Universal Pictures Wolf Man films. 

A couple of notes. During the discussion we talk at some length about an amazing series of books on cinema monsters. These are the Crestwood Publications "Monster" books. They were found in children's sections of libraries across the nation I presume and they were certainly in Morrison Reeves Library in my home town. They are long out of print now, but if you are lucky maybe you can find them in your local library even today for your kids. 

https://www.brandedinthe80s.com/6757/a-more-in-depth-look-at-the-crestwood-monster-series

One more note. Jason and I use the term "gypsy" in the podcast.  We understand that there is some debate about the use of the word. But we followed the convention of the film, which doesn't appear to be used as a slur for the Romani people who are pivotal to the narrative of the film. 

In this episode, we discuss the 1978 sci-fi horror classic, Invasion of the Body Snatchers. Donald Sutherland and Leonard Nimoy star. 

This is the second film in what I am thinking of as our 'paranoia trilogy.'  Enjoy the show and let us know what you think.

In today's episode (which we thought would be 11 at the time we recorded but will be something else in Apple Podcasts) we discuss and review a classic of science fiction horror. That is John Carpenter's The Thing. If you have not seen it, I would urge you to hit pause on our dulcet tones, and go watch it before listening. Spoilers always abound at M&J and we would hate to deprive you of the joys of horrified surprise. 

Enjoy the show and do let us know what you think. 

In our latest episode (which was 10 when we recorded it) we cover Richard Donner's original -accept no substitutes or sequels- iconic, maybe even ground breaking horror film, The Omen. As with all our discussions there will be spoilers. Enjoy the show. 

For a quick refresher, you can click on the link to watch  the trailer: https://youtu.be/kqAYR6z7yAU

On today's episode we discuss one of cinema's foundational films and one of its foundational directors. That means Akira Kurosawa's The Hidden Fortress. This film and its director have inspired countless other film directors, cinematographers, editors and actors. Today's show is certainly longer than usual, but the film is unavoidably discussable. Join us in the conversation by emailing us or hitting me up on twitter (my handle is thesuppertest) with your comments, criticisms, observations and movie suggestions. 

We hope you are enjoying the discussions as much we. Enjoy the show. 

In today's Episode Jason and I finish the Christopher Reeve Superman films. This means we dive directly into Superman IV: The Quest for Peace. This film was masterfully directed by Sidney J. Furie, and stars Christopher Reeve, Gene Hackman, & Margot Kidder. Is it a masterpiece? Is it a disaster? Join us and find out. 

Also, and crucially, if you have thoughts, comments, suggestions hit us up at [email protected]. As always thanks for listening.

Alright gang, on today's episode we tackle the third installment of what some refer to as the "Donnerverse." That means we are watching and discussing Superman III, a film directed by the Richard Lester, and staring Christopher Reeve, Richard Pryor, and Robert Vaughn. Don't forget to let us know what you think at [email protected] or on the Podbean app. Enjoy the show.