In this week's episode of Father Malone's Weekly Roundup, we explore the themes of parasites and fairytales. We've got Pen Pals from Around the World. The episode provides a deep dive into the Alien franchise, critiquing films such as 'Alien,' 'Aliens,' 'Prometheus,' 'Covenant,' and the new TV adaptation 'Alien Earth' by Noah Hawley. We also review the horror film 'Weapons,' directed by Zach Cregger, praising its unique storytelling and horror elements. 

00:00 Welcome Back to Father Malone's Weekly Roundup
01:41 Pen Pals from Around the World 
06:35 Alien Earth 
20:17 Weapons
27:04 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

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In this episode, the hosts discuss 'Predator 2,’ the 1990 sequel directed by Stephen Hopkins. They highlight both the effective and disappointing aspects of the movie, including standout scenes like the slaughterhouse sequence and the final showdown in the Predator's ship. The episode also examines the film's impact on the greater Predator lore, connecting it to other series entries such as 'Prey.' 

00:00 Introduction 
01:58 Los Angeles 1997
05:42 Initial Impressions and Comparisons
09:11 Character Analysis
25:35 Predator Hunt 
27:02 Action Sequences and Directorial Choices
37:35 The Subway Sequence 
49:06 The Predator's Ship
01:03:49 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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In this episode of The Weekly Roundup, Father Malone and Ms. Ripley Jean touch on the legacy of Robert E. Howard's 'Conan the Barbarian,' including its adaptations and influence in pop culture. They also highlight the new body horror film 'Together' with Alison Brie and Dave Franco.

00:00 Welcome Back Midnight Viewers
01:35 Patreon Shoutouts and New Shows 
05:13 Diving into Conan the Barbarian
14:38 Together
25:41 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Episodes

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Nightmare in Vegas
https://nightmareinvegas.com/

A YEAR IN HORROR
https://a-year-in-horror.simplecast.com/

CONAN THE CIMMERIAN fan film
https://youtu.be/uoQAE6iRmmg?si=DaiC36gJPur4X6Uk

In this episode of Midnight Viewing, the hosts examine two episodes from the final season of George Romero's TV series 'Tales from the Dark Side.' The first episode, 'The Spirit Photographer,' revolves around a paranormal investigator who creates a device to photograph ghosts, leading to various twists and a surprising revelation. The second episode, 'The Moth,' features Jane Manning as a mother who must decide whether to aid her daughter(Debbie Harry)'s return from the dead, culminating in an unexpected turn.

00:00 Introduction to Midnight Viewing
01:54 The Spirit Photographer 
10:33The Moth 
17:12 Closing Remarks and Plugs

OUR EPISODE FEATURING THE MOTH DIRECTOR JEFFREY WOLF
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tales-from-the-darkside-s01e06-07-slippage-inside-the-closet--58555329

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The Weekly Roundup will be back next week. In its stead, please enjoy a preview of our exclusive patreon show HP Hates Me where frequent cohost HP tries to kill me with the most outre entertainment available.
In this episode, the hosts delve into Billy Crystal's 1986 HBO special 'Don't Get Me Started,' dissecting its mockumentary-style first half featuring interactions with comedic names like Christopher Guest, Eugene Levy, and Rob Reiner, and its stand-up second half filmed at Hofstra University. They discuss the special's strengths, such as Billy Crystal's spot-on impressions and comedic crowd work, while grappling with its problematic elements, including portrayals involving blackface and other dated, offensive humor. Comparisons to other works in Billy Crystal's expansive career are also explored, from standout TV segments to memorable movie roles.

00:00 Introduction and Show Overview
01:43 Background of the Billy Crystal Special
02:52 Cast and Characters Breakdown 
08:42 Problematic Elements and Cultural Context
34:28 Billy Crystal's Stand-Up Routine 
46:01 Billy Crystal's Memorable Performances
52:26 Final Thoughts on Billy Crystal
01:00:01 Upcoming Events and Farewell

THE MOVIE
https://youtu.be/95vl-T96IIg?si=8QB-pgZm1Hdc0-uJ


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Father Malone & HP discuss Predator - the movie's plot, character dynamics, iconic design, and behind-the-scenes insights. They cover Arnold Schwarzenegger's role, the direction of John McTiernan, Stan Winston's influential creature design, and the impact of the movie's cast. They also touch upon the cultural and cinematic importance of 'Predator,' comparing it to other action films from the period and celebrating its lasting legacy. 

00:00 Welcome to Predator Fest
01:22 Predator in the 80s 
10:33 Predator
32:01 The Cast and Characters 
39:55 Predator's Brutality and Hunting Tactics
42:09 The Predator's Evolution in Film
50:47 Stan Winston's Creature Design
57:32 Predator's Mimicry and Final Battle
01:00:11 Predator's Legacy and Impact
01:09:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Fantastic Four First Steps - A Roundup In this crossover episode of Midnight Viewing, The Culture Cast, and The Projection Booth, hosts Father Malone, Chris Stachiw, and Mike White discuss the latest film, 'Fantastic Four First Steps.' The episode begins with Father Malone recapping Comic-Con highlights, including new trailers for 'Tron Aries' and the 'Alien Earth' TV series. They then delve into a detailed analysis of the 'Fantastic Four First Steps,' praising its retro-futuristic aesthetic, character development, and unique plot centered around defending Reed and Sue Richards' child from Galactus. They also touch on casting decisions, the film's pacing, and its potential impact on the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Along the way, the hosts share their personal histories with the Fantastic Four franchise and speculate on the future of Marvel films. The episode concludes with a light-hearted advertisement from the fictional Latverian Tourist Board and plugs for their respective shows.

00:00 Introduction 
01:24 Comic-Con Trailers and News
04:48 Fantastic Four: First Steps 
10:11 Movie's Strengths and Weaknesses 
46:57 Narrative Conceits and Happy Endings 
48:01 Silver Surfer's Power 
01:04:02 The Future of the MCU and DCU 
01:17:14 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

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In this episode of Midnight Viewing, hosts Father Malone and HP delve into the first unreleased cinematic live-action iteration of the Fantastic Four from 1994. Featuring discussions on the film's production challenges, earnest performances, and unique aspects like its costume designs and original score, they reflect on its legacy as a cult curiosity. The hosts also ponder the film's potential had it been released and how it compares to later Fantastic Four movies.

00:00 Introduction and Excitement for the Fantastic Four 
03:36 Comics and Media 
08:28 The Fantastic Four 
12:03 Production Challenges and Behind the Scenes
24:01 Plot Breakdown and Analysis
37:15 The Thing
42:00 Music and Editing
52:23 Dr. Doom
01:00:45 Final Thoughts and Comparisons

THE FILM
https://archive.org/details/the-fantastic-four-unreleased-roger-corman-movie

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In this episode of 'Father Malone's Weekly Roundup,' Father Malone and co-host Ms. Ripley dive into  'Dexter: Resurrection' and an in-depth discussion of 'The Sandman,' including its comic book origins, the Netflix adaptation, and the controversies surrounding its creator, Neil Gaiman. 

00:00 Introduction and Instagram Troubles
02:11 Paramount and CBS 
04:23 Dexter Resurrection 
12:46 Sandman 
24:34 Casting Choices and Performances
28:02 The Corinthian 
31:54 Neil Gaiman's Controversies
34:45 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

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In this episode of Midnight Viewing, hosts Chris, Mike White, and Father Malone review the first two episodes of the final season of George Romero's 'Tales From the Darkside'. They discuss 'Beetles' featuring an Egyptian-themed plot and 'Mary Mary,' an unusual episode about a woman who becomes a mannequin. 

00:00 Introduction to Midnight Viewing
00:38 Review of 'Beetles' Episode
02:06 Discussion on Mummy Stories
10:53 Critique of 'Mary, Mary' Episode
19:17 Closing Remarks 

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In this special crossover episode of 'Midnight Viewing, The Kulturecast and The Projection Booth, hosts Father Malone, Mike White and Chris discuss the 2025 film 'Superman' directed by DC's Honcho  James Gunn. The conversation covers their personal histories with Superman, detailed critiques of the film, its cast, the balance between corporate media, fan expectations, and the new direction of the DCU under James Gunn's leadership. 

00:00 Introduction
00:18 Superman 2025
1:14 Chris's History with Superman
04:16 Father Malone's Superman Experience
06:40 Mike's Take on Superman Films 
08:17 James Gunn's Influence and New Superman
08:56 Krypto and Other Characters
12:23 Lex Luthor and Plot Critique
28:37 Multiverse Concerns 
34:28 Daily Planet and James Gunn's Vision
40:39 Superman and War
48:47 Lex Luthor and Superman Portrayals
58:18 Future DC Projects 
01:03:38 Final Thoughts and Outro

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MIKE WHITE
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CHRIS STACHIWE
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In this episode, Father Malone and HP dive into the listener-chosen musical, *Little Shop of Horrors*. They explore its origins from the 1960 Roger Corman film to the 1982 off-Broadway musical by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken, and its 1986 big-budget film adaptation directed by Frank Oz. They discuss the standout performances by Rick Moranis, Ellen Greene, and Steve Martin, as well as the innovative puppetry that brought the plant Audrey II to life. The hosts also delve into the original darker ending that was replaced after negative test screenings and compare it to the theatrical ending.

00:00 Introduction
01:15 Little Shop of Horrors Overview
04:58 Plot Summary and Key Characters 
08:33 Musical Adaptation and Production Insights
12:40 Rick Moranis and His Role as Seymour
31:12 Greek Chorus and Supporting Cast 
38:38 Original vs. Theatrical Ending 
56:27 The Genius of Audrey II's Puppetry


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  In this week's episode of Father Malone's Weekly Roundup, Father Malone and Miss Ripley Jean discuss the disappointing aspects of the Jurassic World franchise. They contrast this cinematic low point with the 1988 film 'Miracle Mile,' reflecting on its poignant narrative and the personal paranoia of the Cold War era.

00:00 Welcome to Father Malone's Weekly Roundup
01:24 New York City and Randomness of Fate
02:11 Jurassic World: The Confectionary Age
06:36 The Fetch Quest Extravaganza
12:35 Miracle Mile
23:20 The Horrifying Yet Hopeful Ending 

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End Times Mixtape
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1lq0EGcrAFo0gUKoQehGHE?si=TJ4_cnqqR_OEV-1JxF-U7A&pi=ceNDxep7SSuDd

In this episode of Fusco Fest, hosts Father Malone and HP celebrate the return of their series by diving into the adventure film 'Hidalgo' (2004) directed by Joe Johnston and written by John Fusco. They discuss the brilliance of the cast including Vigo Mortenson, Omar Sharif, and a host of character actors like JK Simmons and C. Thomas Howell. They touch upon plot elements such as Frank Hopkins' participation in a grueling desert horse race and the character's quest for redemption. Themes of historical accuracy, the portrayal of ethnic characters, and the depiction of Mustangs and their significance are also explored.

00:00 Welcome Back to Fusco Fest! 
05:57 Hidalgo 
30:09 The Role of Horses 
39:08 A Hallucination and a Revelation 
42:24 The Final Showdown with Kati 
53:45 Viggo Mortensen's Stellar Performance
59:14 The Wild Mustangs of America

Greetings Midnight Viewers. And welcome to a preview of our first Patreon Only Subscriber Series: Cable Box Theater. On this episode, hosts Father Malone and HP delve into the history of HBO's first broadcast on November 8, 1972, and transitions into an in-depth discussion of the 1982 stage adaptation of 'Wait Until Dark' starring Stacey Keach and Katherine Ross. Father Malone and H.P. explore the performances, comparisons to the 1967 film version starring Alan Arkin and Audrey Hepburn, and the unique choices made by Keach in his portrayal of the villain Harry Roat.

01:22 Welcome to Cablebox Theater
03:24 Plot Summary of 'Wait Until Dark'
05:01 Personal Experiences with 'Wait Until Dark'
07:17 Comparing Performances: Film vs. Stage
15:00 The Role of Music in 'Wait Until Dark'
19:31 Cast and Performances in the Stage Production
23:22 Comparing Keach and Arkin's Portrayals
29:24 Makeup Scene
43:47 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

In this episode of Father Malone's weekly Roundup, Father Malone, accompanied by his pug Ripley Jean, delves into the world of  the 28 Days Later series, covering themes of rage, virus-induced zombie behavior, and the shift in tone in the latest film towards a more contemplative narrative. The episode concludes with a spoiler-heavy discussion of the plot twists in '28 Years Later,' 

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:15 Dystopian World Overview 
08:32 28 Weeks Later
11:46 28 Years Later
19:09 Spoilers 

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The Weekly Roundup presents an episode of Astounding Tales of the Public Domain with Father Malone. The story is A Bad Day for Sales by Fritz Leiber. The Roundup proper will be back soon.
Stay safe.

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Astounding Tales of the Public Domain
https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astounding-tales-of-the-public-domain--5718389

In this episode of the 'Midnight Viewing' hosts Mike White, Chris Stachiw, and Father Malone analyze the last two episodes of 'Tales from the Dark Side' Season 3. They discuss 'Let the Games Begin', an episode about an angel and a demon vying for a salesman's soul, and 'The Enormous Radio', which explores the ramifications of a radio that eavesdrops on neighbors' conversations. 

00:00 Introduction 
00:21 'Let the Games Begin'
10:13'The Enormous Radio' 
22:15 Closing Remarks and Where to Find Us

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In this week's episode of Father Malone's Midnight Roundup, Father Malone and co-host Ms. Ripley Jean dive deep into the Predator franchise, analyzing subsequent sequels, including 'Predator 2,' 'Predators,' and discussing 'Alien vs. Predator' and 'Requiem.' The hosts also highlight recent entries like 'Prey' and the animated 'Predator: Killer of Killers.'

00:00 Introduction and Welcome 
01:34 Superman and Lex Luthor  
04:27 Pen Pals from Around the World
08:41 Predator Series Overview 
18:47 Predator: Killer of Killers 
30:30 Conclusion and Farewell

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