Anominy Questionable Movies

In which we come to terms with Ron Ormond's anti-communist, red scare religious propoganda film IF FOOTMEN TIRE YOU, WHAT WILL HORSES DO? (1971). Wow. Just wow. People believe this stuff?

In which we discuss our enjoyment of Claudia Weill's truly independent film GIRLFRIENDS (1978) but somehow veer into discussing White Chicks (2004). (Contains spoilers.)

In which we conduct a thorough investigation of Dan's love language.

In which we eviscerate LOVE ACTUALLY (2003), Richart Curtis's much-loved and unforgivable romantic comedy.

In which Dan and Ron watch several episodes of The Simpsons—Marge vs. the Monorail, Last Exit to Springfield, and A Milhouse Divided—and in the end Ron falls asleep. (Warning: spoilers.)

In which Dan and Ron get their bumbling superhero needs fulfilled by Kinka Usher's MYSTERY MEN (1999), a comic book adaptation that's not from Marvel or DC. Based on Bob Burden's indie series, and featuring Ben Stiller, William H. Macy, Janeane Garofalo, and Geoffrey Rush. (Contains spoilers.)

In which Dan and Ron suffer through RABBIT TEST (1978), the first and only film directed by Joan Rivers, so that you don't have to watch a pregnant Billy Crystal encounter a slew of comedy stars of the 70s. (Contains many intentional spoilers.)

In which Matt, Dan, and Ron sit by a loud fountain in Saratoga Springs and talk about NOPE (2022), BEAST (2022), EVIL TOONS (1992), FAKE-OUT (1982), SMALL TOWN ECSTASY (2022), and THE REHEARSAL (2022). Warning: All sorts of spoilers.

In which Matt, Dan, and Ron finish out two days at the Mahoning Drive-In by watching the electrifying MAN-MADE MONSTER (1941) and the third Black Lagoon movie, THE CREATURE WALKS AMONG US (1942).

In which Matt, Dan, and Ron start off their second night at the Mahoning Drive-In with Boris Karloff as THE MUMMY (1932) and the Invisible Man's grandson in INVISIBLE AGENT (1942).

In which Matt, Dan, and Ron wrap up the first night at the Mahoning Drive-In with Bela Lugosi in MURDERS IN THE RUE MORGUE (1932) and a bonus feature, ABBOT AND COSTELLO MEET FRANKENSTEIN (1948).

In which Matt, Dan, and Ron continue their weekend adventure at the Mahoning Drive-In, watching Lambert Hillyer's DRACULA'S DAUGHTER (1936).

In which Matt, Dan, and Ron spend a weekend at the Mahoning Drive-In, starting with James Whale's original FRANKENSTEIN (1931) starring Boris Karloff.

In which returning guest Jon Jost stops by to discuss his film THE BED YOU SLEEP IN (1993) and other things that come to mind.

In which we review the John Cusack and Tim Robbins timeless classic TAPEHEADS (1988) while Ron has covid.

In which returning podguest Matt Cornell joins us to discuss the Jason Bateman 18-episode megahit IT'S YOUR MOVE (1984). In memory of Adam Sadowsky who played lovable sidekick Eli. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which fascinating filmmaker CJ Russo stop by to talk about her documentary LADY BUDS (2021), about six women's struggles working in the now-legal California pot industry. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which macho man musician Eric Gaudette joins us to pay homage to THE VILLAGE PEOPLE in Nancy Walker's disco classic CAN'T STOP THE MUSIC (1980). (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which we learn from Joe Dante's SMALL SOLDIERS (1998) that toys aren't always very nice when they come to life, find out that toy companies can also be arms manufacturers, and watch what happens when Toy Story is overrun by Gremlins.

In which we discuss Alejandro Jodorowsky's THE HOLY MOUNTAIN (1973) with returning guest Dorian Wallace: composer, new parent, and host of the "Dorian's Mode" podcast.

In which acclaimed filmmaker Charles Burnett continues to talk about filmmaking in part two of our Anominy extravaganza. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which acclaimed filmmaker Charles Burnett stops by to talk about making movies, filming near Canadian military bases, and exploring some of his films including KILLER OF SHEEP (1978), TO SLEEP WITH ANGER (1990), and AFTER THE LOCKDOWN: BLACK IN L.A. (2021). (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which ingenious filmmaker Trent Harris stops by to chat about filming in the Utah desert, working with Karen Black and Crispin Glover, and creating movies such as RUBIN & ED (1991), PLAN 10 FROM OUTER SPACE (1995), and ECHO PEOPLE (2021).

In which we learn from Charlie Ahearn's WILD STYLE (1982) that graffiti is art, Zorro (or Zoro) is real, and every movie should have an old-school hip hop soundtrack. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which Kathy McCarty stops by to introduce us to songs from her upcoming solo album Apotheosis, to regale us with old favorites, and to chat about her future plans.

In which we celebrate the 20th anniversary of DEGRASSI: THE NEXT GENERATION by ranking and discussing the five worst characters from the first 7 seasons.

In which singer-songwriter-artist Kathy McCarty stops by to talk about her music, her role in Richard Linklater's Slacker (1990), and her experience with the ongoing Austin scene.

In which we learn from Buster Keaton's SEVEN CHANCES (1925) that marrying for money can nearly get you killed. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which we discuss in a previously unpublished episode the films of Mark Rapport, including CASUAL RELATIONS (1974), THE SCENIC ROUTE (1978), ROCK HUDSON'S HOME MOVIES (1992), and JOHN GARFIELD (2003).

In which Mark Rappaport stops by to talk about filmmaking, writing, favorite directors, and some of his films such as CASUAL RELATIONS and ROCK HUDSON'S HOME MOVIES.

Ron replays Bob Dylan's "Rainy Day Women #12 & 35" for Eric, the ukulele teacher who clutched his pearls when Ron admitted that he forgot how to play the song.

In which Ron confuses Joan Baez with Judy Collins while discussing BOB DYLAN: DON'T LOOK BACK (1967).

In which we debate whether or not Bob Dylan's rudeness is well-earned in D.A. Pennebaker's documentary BOB DYLAN: DON'T LOOK BACK (1967).

In which we lament the loss of Pee-Wee Herman's innocence in Paul Reubens, George McGrath, and Randal Kleiser's BIG TOP PEE-WEE (1988).

In which we discuss Darrin La Pointe's EMBALMING LOVE (2004) which leaves us almost speechless. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which we discuss Albert Brooks's LOST IN AMERICA (1985) and learn that Albert Brooks is insufferable, find out that Julie Hagerty has a gambling problem, and try to understand why we can only remember the actors' names, not the characters'. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which we discuss the silent comedy SO'S YOUR OLD MAN (1926) starring W.C. Fields, and learn that Ron watched the movie at two times the normal speed, find out that Dan watched it at one-and-a-half times speed, and wonder how many other silents W.C. Fields was in. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which prolific cartoonist and illustrator Sara Lautman stops by to talk about writing, illustration, and her upcoming graphic novel. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which biographer Carl Rollyson and film programmer Matt Cornell stop by to talk about GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES and all things MARILYN MONROE. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which noted filmmaker and academic MILA ZUO stops by to talk about taste, race, and her films KIN and CARNAL ORIENT. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which PETE BURLEIGH of the Saratoga Horror Show stops by to talk about one of his favorite movies, Richard O’Brien’s musical satire SHOCK TREATMENT (1981). (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which noted experimental filmmaker LEIGHTON PIERCE stops by to talk about his films, images, sounds, teaching, and TikTok. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which Dan and Alex explore episodes 3 and 4 of NEON GENESIS EVANGELION (1995), wherein Shinji rides the subway. They also discuss the cult classic TETSUO: THE IRON MAN (1989), a movie about people merging with expressive sheets of tinfoil and hitting each other. This episode was recorded on January 7th, 2021, so there are some first impressions of the capitol riot in there too. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which celebrated film critic and author Jonathan Rosenbaum stops by to talk about ENCHANTED DESNA (1964) and film criticism in general. Bonus: One of his students joins us! (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which we discuss Leslye Headland’s BACHELORETTE (2012) and learn that it has nothing to do with the similarly-named TV show, find out that Ron has seen it at least five times, and delight in the antics of Kirsten Dunst, Isla Fisher, and Lizzy Caplan’s characters. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which Dan and Ron get personal and talk about autism, anxiety, and mania in a discussion excised from the main analysis of ALL ABOUT STEVE (2009). (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which we discuss another Sandra Bullock megahit, ALL ABOUT STEVE (2009), and learn that almost no one else likes this movie, find out that Ron distinguishes cads from scamps, and wonder why we picked a distorted romcom for Valentine’s Day. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which hackers Ross and Dade stop by to talk about hacking, hackers, and the Sandra Bullock hacker megahit THE NET (1995). (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which costume designer LISA PADOVANI stops by to talk about making characters look fabulous on Sneaky Pete, Oz, and other shows and movies.

In which Kevin Koppes, proprietor of the Video Underground, stops by to talk about Michael Nesmith’s ELEPHANT PARTS (1981) and what it’s like to run a video store. (Warning: contains spoilers and some content may be triggering.)

In which noted director and producer SU FRIEDRICH stops by to chat about filmmaking and some of her avant garde films, including THE TIES THAT BIND and I CANNOT TELL YOU HOW I FEEL.   Visit the main page of Su’s films at Outcast if you first want to scan the offerings: - https://outcast-films.com/the-films-of-su-friedrich-collection/ Check out each of her films directly: - THE TIES THAT BIND https://vimeo.com/ondemand/tiesthatbind - DAMNED IF YOU DON'T + First Comes Love + Rules of the Road https://vimeo.com/ondemand/damnedifyoudont - SINK OR SWIM + Scar Tissue + Cool Hands, Warm Heart https://vimeo.com/ondemand/16529 - HIDE AND SEEK + Gently Down the Stream + But No One https://vimeo.com/ondemand/17242 - THE ODDS OF RECOVERY + The Head of a Pin https://vimeo.com/ondemand/oddsofrecoverythe - SEEING RED https://vimeo.com/ondemand/seeingred - GUT RENOVATION https://vimeo.com/ondemand/gutrenovation   Watch films from other distributors or from Su: - I CANNOT TELL YOU HOW I FEEL https://vimeo.com/ondemand/icannottell - FROM THE GROUND UP (this is free on Su’s Vimeo page) https://vimeo.com/345921240 - THE LESBIAN AVENGERS EAT FIRE, TOO (this one is free to watch) http://www.lesbianavengers.com/images/video.shtml - QUEEN TAKES PAWN (a short film, free on her Vimeo page) https://vimeo.com/83546986 - PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT (a short film, free on her Vimeo page) https://vimeo.com/44655669