This week we look at Christmas Horror with Black Christmas(1974), Rare exports (2010)  Which horror film uses Christmas to a better effect?

Christine and Peter discuss the darkness of the holiday season and how each film uses holiday iconography, themes and characters to build horror.

Peter’s quote of the episode- “You have the kid, who believes in Santa Claus, but he knows Santa Claus is insane”

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
Black Christmas- Black Christmas (1974) - Trailer HD 1080pRare exports- Rare Exports Finnish Trailer (english)

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This week we look at actor debuts- Kate Winslet in Heavenly Creatures (1994) and Anya Taylor Joy in The Witch (2015).  Which actor made a better film debut?

Christine and Peter discuss watching movies primarily for an actor, Kate and Anya’s debut performances and a deep dive into their careers in general.

“There was a period where I would pretty much any movie Michael Shannon was in.  Because I knew it was going to be unusual and that he was going to do something weirdo in it that I would really like”

(edit-Christine and Peter saw The Witch at the Bloor on Sept 19, 2015)

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
Heavenly Creatures(1994)- Heavenly Creatures Trailer - Peter Jackson - Miramax - 1994
The Witch (2015)- The Witch | Official Trailer HD | A24

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This week we look at Director debuts with Tim Burton’s Pee Wee’s Big Adventure (1985) and Guillermo Del Toro’s Cronos (1993).  Which Director made the better First Feature film?

Christine and Peter discuss their general views on Burton and Del Toro, the way they look at a director's debut film and if their debuts gave a good sense of their careers to come.

Christine’s quote of the episode- “That’s why it’s so surprising when you go back.  Oh, yeah, he just killed a kid”

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985)- Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) Official Trailer - Paul Reubens, Elizabeth Daily Movie HD
Cronos (1993)- Cronos. (Trailer 1993).

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This week we look at Vampire comedies with Vampire in Brooklyn (1995) and What We do in the shadows (2014)  Which Vampire movie is funnier?

Christine and Peter discuss their general views on Vampires, the careers of Eddie Murphy, Taiki Waititi and Wes Craven.

Peter’s quote of the episode- “Well, you murdered somebody, you might as well steal their stuff.”

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
Vampire in Brooklyn (1995)- Vampire In Brooklyn (1995) - Trailer
What we do in the shadows (2014)- What We Do in the Shadows - Official Trailer

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This week we look at werewolf movies with An American Werewolf in London (1981) and The Howling (1981).  Which is a better werewolf movie?

Christine and Peter discuss their views on directors John Landis and Joe Dante, general thoughts on werewolf movies, the incredible special effects and the blend of horror and comedy.

Christine’s quote of the episode- “..but she ends up just kind of looking like a yorkie…so I end up just laughing.”

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
An American werewolf in London- An American Werewolf in London (1981) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]

The Howling (1981)- The Howling (1981) - Trailer

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This week we look at Conspiracy movies with The Parallax View (1974), Three Days of the Condor (1975).  Which movie is better at presenting the lone man uncovering a conspiracy?

Christine and Peter discuss their views on conspiracy theorists, fake news, the Jfk assassination and the loss of faith in the government in the 70s.

They also give their thoughts on Warren Beatty, Robert Redford and 70’s movies in general.

Christine's quote of the episode- “He was in what seemed like a loving, committed relationship 24 hours earlier…he forgot about her real quick.  Even though he cradled her corpse.”

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
 The Parallax View (1974)- The Parallax View - Trailer
Three Days of the Condor (1975)- THREE DAYS OF THE CONDOR (Masters of Cinema) Original Theatrical Trailer

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This week we look at end of the world movie with The Omega Man (1971) and The Quiet Earth (1985).  Which movie does the Last Man on Earth better?

They discuss their views on Charlton Heston,  how each movie provides a sense of isolation, the “romances”, allegories and themes of each film.

Christine- “You didn’t notice that… going long stretches of not even using your voice was weird to you?”

Peter- “No.”

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
Omega Man (1971)- The Omega Man (1971) Official Trailer - Charlton Heston Movie
The Quiet Earth (1985)- The Quiet Earth Original Trailer (Geoff Murphy, 1985)

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This week we look at Summer Movies with Jaws(1975) and Raiders of the Lost Ark(1981)

Christine and Peter discuss their general thoughts on Steven Spielberg, the history and legacy of the two franchises and what they want in their ideal Summer Movie.  The action scenes, characters and the brilliant scores are also praised and dissected.

Christine- "It’s almost entirely in the daytime and so that makes it feel really summery. It’s really leaning into that warm, cozy, fun, summer romp…where a lot of people get eaten by a shark."

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
Jaws (1975)  - Jaws Official Trailer #1 - Richard Dreyfuss, Steven Spielberg Movie (1975) HD
Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)- HD - Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) Theatrical Trailer

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This week we look at Movies in motion with Snowpiercer (2013) and Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)  Which movie uses constant motion to a better effect?

Christine and Peter discuss their views on directors George Miller and Bong Joon-Ho  and the underlying themes of each of their movies.  The action scenes are discussed as spectacle and also how they develop characters and the plot.

Christine’s quote of the episode.  “I just also feel (Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome) will make me understand more RuPaul references”

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
Snowpiercer (2013)- Snowpiercer Official US Release Trailer #1 (2014) - Chris Evans Movie HD
Mad Max Fury Road(2015)- Mad Max: Fury Road - Official Theatrical Teaser Trailer [HD]

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