We see it, hear it, touch it, but not sure we can heal the opinion of this movie among the Crew. Join us for our penultimate "Over the Hill" special where we look at the rock opera "Tommy" from 1975. We try to dissect this one and understand it. We also discuss how many of the music sequences seemed to serve as a template for MTV.
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We get out our electric guitar and surreal imagery to kick off "Rock'n World" Month where we are looking at musicals involving a rock band (s). The Crew have a spirited debate over the classic movie "Pink Floyd's The Wall". We talk the visual artistry, the fascist imagery, and just the meaning of it all.
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We close out our "Totally Committed" month with a look at a very dark "sequel" to the Wizard of Oz. It has robots, puppets, stop motion animation, but does it have a purpose for existing? Is this really a kids movie? Would you consider it a horror film? Celeste returns to join in the discussion. Find out what we think of "Return to Oz".
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It is the film that changed the franchise. Freddy is after a group of kids in a mental institution and he is "Totally Committed" to getting them all. Join us as we dive into the dream world and look at "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors". Queue that awesome theme song.Hexane Arcane: https://www.hexenarcane.com/
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We are down to three "Over the Hill" Special episodes. We commit ourselves to talking about this classic film celebrating its 50th anniversary and starring many familiar faces including Jack Nicholson. We talk about how different the film was from the book and debate if Nurse Ratched is actually as evil as everyone has said she is. All that and more is discussed.
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We getting crazy with "Totally Committed" month where we look at four films that have the main character in a mental health facility. First up is a look at John Carpenter's last feature film "The Ward". Is this a actual bad film? The crew debate the good and not so good of this horror thriller.
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We close out our month of looking at films starring David Carradine with a wild crazy post apocalyptic film from the legendary Fred Olen Ray. We head into the desert to discuss the surprises of this film, the charm of Ray's movies and just how much can be done with very little. Check it out.
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We continue looking at films with David Carradine with this creature feature from cult film maker Larry Cohen. The Crew discuss the multiple story lines, the performance of Michael Moriarty and David Carradine. This film has so much going on that it may be too much. Fly with us was we look at this odd early 80s action horror.
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We catch up with Documentarian Bob Lindenmayer and legendary actor Barry Bostwick to talk about their new documentary , #MakingMegaforce.
We talk about how crazy of an idea it was to make a documentary about "Megaforce", the friendship that spawned from the movie, finding cool vehicles and more. #DeedsNotWords #MegaforceFind out more about this great documentary at: https://www.makingmegaforce.com
We are heading into the final turn of our "Over the Hill" Special series. We put the pedal to the metal and try to hit as many points as possible with this classic dystopian action film starring David Carradine, Sylvester Stallone and more. Join us as we take on "Death Race 2000". We discuss the influences of Roger Corman on the film and the influences this film had on dystopian films that followed it.
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We kicked off "Carradine Carnage" month with a very early Martin Scorsese film starring David Carradine and Barbara Hershey. We discuss how this is considered Scorsese's first major feature and how his style was evident even then. We also talk bout its short comings, its potential and the Corman Factor.
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We are taking one last lap around the "Skate or Die" track with another b-horror film. This one is definitely a doozie. Join us as we lace up our skates and take on 1986s "Rollerblade".Kicking the Seat: https://www.kickseat.com
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We get out the strong stuff in The Spoiler Room to get through this film. The Crew try to unpack the wild, abstract, wtf film that is "The Roller Blade Seven". We talk about "Zen Filmmaking", the importance of having an actual script, and the parallels between this film and Easy Rider. We also try to figure out who are the "seven". It is a full house that nearly set the place on fire. Join us.
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Last week we looked at the original so the Crew lace up their skates again and look at the Remake to the 1975 movie with the same name. Join us as we run circles around "Rollerblade 2002". You are definitely want to pour your favorite drink for this one. The Crew try to figure out what is going on with this film and sometimes films are as bad as you think.***Help us decide what twelve animated films we will talk about for next years special series "Animation Nation". Feel free to share the link . https://www.specialmarkproductions.com/animationnation.html
It may have come out fifty years ago but it is still relevant today. Join The Crew as we tackle another film from 1975 as part of our "Over the Hill" special Series. We talk about the themes of corporate control, individualism under attack, and 1970s sci-fi filmmaking in general in this special extended length episode. Also find out what next month's films will be.
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We grab our roller skates and ride through the apocalypse in the first film for our "Skate or Die" month. This one was rough one for the crew. Scott Davis returns to help try to understand the sci-fi salad of a story of "Solarbabies." The Crew have an on air epiphany while discussing it.
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The Crew take on the fourth and final film in the Jaws franchise. We discuss the editing, the fact it ignores the other two films and of course the telepathy. Is this film really as bad as we remember? Is it a so bad its good film? Find out as we grab our favorite drinks to talk about "Jaws The Revenge"
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The Spoiler Room go 40 feet below the pond and harpoon the hell out of "Jaws 3-D". Is this film as bad as its reputation? Is there any redeeming qualities to it? What is up with Louis Gosett, Jr.'s voice? Tune in as we discuss it all in living 3D.
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We continue to swim through deadly waters as we discuss the 1978 follow up to the Blockbuster film JAWS. Like the first one this one was also plagued with problems, but of a different sort. Join us as we discuss this early sequel.You'll Probably Agree: https://ypareviews.com
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We had the honor to interview the one and only #PeterWeller about his role in the new action film "BANG" from #SabanFilms . We talk about the importance of a good villain, his approach to the antagonist in the film, and what he loves about what he does. #WisconsinRepresent Look for BANG on all major VOD and Digital platforms July 11th, 2025Also look for Peter Weller's Book from Cambridge University Press: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1009548662