Hindsight is Horrifying is the podcast where two allegedly grown-up (and certainly somewhat cynical) hosts mine the TV shows and movies of our youth for the "grown-up" humor we just didn't get as kids.
Darth Jader would like to officially apologize, first and foremost. Her husband shot an M240B while he was in the infantry. She got the portion about the Stryker right and she cooks most of the time at home, so Josh forgives her, and Arnold Schwarzenegger would, too. In the meantime…Can YOU make the Predator noise? We didn't think so, but neither can we. *WAH WAH*In this movie, which is not Predator, Arnold, appearing as Arnold, gets his privacy disturbed whilst single-handedly transporting a tree with MUSCLES ALONE. We're pretty sure that even the Brawny Man couldn't pull that off. Normally, Dan Hedaya is the dad in every movie that ever existed. In this movie, he's redonkulously Latin American. Just go with it. The important questions are…would you let Arnold help you with your homework? Would he even help you if you weren't a housekeeper? At any rate, this movie does have a story at some point, we're just not sure what it is. At its core, this film is an action movie with some soft-core dad rescue porn. Intrigued? You should be! Join your beloved podcasters and their guest, Alex, for the 1980s nonsensical thrill-ride that is Commando! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Women will NEVER be obsolete! Who do you think is writing these show notes?!? AI attempted to take over for a moment, but Darth Jader is back now. You're welcome. First, what would your gang name be? The Robin Williams? The Gene Wilders? Or would you be a troupe of true badasses and be The Warriors? Second, which other gang, based on their name alone, would you beat up first? There are so many options in this film that the selections become tiresome. Hang tight, because all the gangs are mad at the one gang for not committing a crime that definitely happened. Now that Darth is back, Jason's gonna die out of pure spite. He said so himself. Confused? You should be! Let's tune into a radio that no longer exists and bop it through this episode together! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Saddle up for a special episode of Hindsight is Horrifying as we dive into the iconic Western classic Tombstone (1993), starring Kurt Russell, Sam Elliott, and the legendary Val Kilmer as Doc Holliday. We picked this film in memory of Kilmer, whose unforgettable performance has cemented him as a fan favorite in this genre-defining movie.Longtime fans Jason and Adam revisit their love for this action-packed tale of Wyatt Earp and the shootout at the O.K. Corral, sharing nostalgic memories and breaking down the film's epic moments, quotable one-liners, and stellar ensemble cast. Meanwhile, Darth experiences Tombstone for the very first time. Will she be as blown away by Kilmer's “incandescent” portrayal as the rest of us? Tune in to find out!Expect laughs, hot takes, and plenty of retro movie love as we honor one of the greatest Westerns ever made. What's your favorite Tombstone moment? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dive into the chaotic brilliance of Suicide Kings with Hindsight is Horrifying! This 1997 crime-thriller gem, packed with Christopher Walken's unhinged energy and a wild ensemble, gets the full treatment. Jason's been a fan since his college days, raving about Walken's iconic finger scene and the twisty plot. Adam and Darth, seeing it for the first time, are floored by the mix of dark humor, mob drama, and ‘90s nostalgia.Join us for laughs, hot takes, and debates as we unravel the kidnapping caper, Denis Leary's snark, and that unforgettable ending. Is Suicide Kings a hidden classic or gloriously unhinged? Watch to find out!What's the wildest ‘90s thriller you've seen? Spill in the comments!Subscribe for weekly retro movie deep-dives: https://shorturl.at/MlICJListen on Spotify: https://shorturl.at/dANXRFollow us on X: https://x.com/HindsightOnX Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dive into the world of David Lynch's Blue Velvet with Hindsight is Horrifying! In this episode, Darth watches the 1986 cult classic for the first time and is blown away by its surreal darkness. Adam takes us back to his Blockbuster rental days, sharing how this film haunted him in the ‘90s. Jason, our Lynch superfan, unpacks the mystery of the severed ear, Frank's unhinged chaos, and that eerie Roy Orbison vibe.Expect laughs, hot takes, and mind-bending discussions as we explore why Blue Velvet still captivates. Perfect for Lynch fans, horror buffs, or anyone craving a wild movie podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Step into the arena with the latest episode of "Hindsight is Horrifying" as we journey back to 1995 with the cult classic, "Mortal Kombat"!Join Jason, Adam, and Darth, along with our special guest Paul, who's not just a fan but a connoisseur of the film's delightful absurdity. We're breaking down:Fight or Flop? - How well did this movie capture the essence of the iconic video game?Silliness at its Finest - Paul shares his love for the movie while acknowledging its campy charm.Aging Like Fine Wine? - We discuss whether "Mortal Kombat" holds up or crumbles under the nostalgia test.
Dive into the icy fun with the latest episode of "Hindsight is Horrifying" where Jade, Adam, and Jason kick off our new studio adventures with a nostalgic look at the 1999 classic, "Mystery, Alaska"!Directed by Jay Roach, this film brings us into the heart of a small Alaskan town where hockey isn't just a sport, it's a way of life. Join us as we unpack the charm, the characters, and the unforgettable game against the New York Rangers.
Get ready for an intriguing journey into the heart of indie filmmaking with our latest episode on 'Living in Oblivion.' Join the Hindsight is Horrifying crew as we dissect this quintessential '90s cult classic. We delve into the chaotic, yet charming world of indie film production, exploring its unique narrative, unconventional characters, and the comedic yet poignant portrayal of the struggles behind the camera. This episode offers a blend of insightful analysis, behind-the-scenes stories, and our trademark humor. Whether you're a film aficionado or just love a good movie discussion, this episode is sure to captivate and entertain. Don't miss out on rediscovering one of indie cinema's most memorable gems!#LivingInOblivion #IndieFilmLove #HindsightIsHorrifying #PodcastDiscussion #TalkMovies #MovieReview #MovieDiscussions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join us on "Hindsight is Horrifying" as we dive into the enigmatic world of Alex Proyas' 1998 masterpiece, Dark City.
Tune in to the latest episode of "Hindsight is Horrifying" for a deep dive into the intriguing and complex 1991 film Barton Fink! This episode is particularly special as the movie is a personal favorite of Jason and a surprise pick by Adam, while Darth experiences it for the very first time.
We're thrilled to announce the latest episode of Hindsight is Horrifying!This week, we're diving deep (literally!) into the 2019 shark thriller, 47 Meters Down: Uncaged. Expect a thrilling, fin-tastic discussion filled with our usual blend of humor and horror!Click here to watch the full video of this episode on Rumble!
Our good friend Jeremy Choate joins us in the studio to chat about the 1986 Clint Eastwood pic "Heartbreak Ridge." Jeremy is an especially good guest to have on this episode because he is both an actor and...a former US Recon Marine!Does Clint's performance as Gunnery Sergeant Highway hold up after all these years? What does a Recon Marine think of the movie? Can Jason be counted on to frame the cameras for four people instead of three? All this and more await. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's every nerdy boy's dream to matriculate into college and hook up with the head cheerleader, no matter the cost.This 1980s “classic” turns that dream into a wildly illegal reality! Academically oriented freshmen Lewis & Gilbert (we THINK those are their names) discover just how shallow the dating pool is when they face off with the vicious Greek Council and feral cheerleaders of Adams College.Sexual assault abounds as the geeky tri-Lambdas seek retribution against the bullying and harassment of the Alpha-Betas and their bouncy girlfriends.Can our antagonist nerds win tug-of-war? Can they belch loudly enough? Did you know that John Goodman is in this movie? Does this movie hold up? Listen and find out as Darth, Adam, and Jason discuss Revenge of the Nerds! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
You're a hot-blooded teenage boy on the verge of graduation and prom. Your application to flight school has been rejected. Your fighter ace dad is facing the gallows in a non-existent outlaw nation for the crime of being American. It's up to Doug Masters and Col. Chappy Sinclair (yes, those are really their names) to hatch a PLAN. Just not before Doug races a Cessna against a dirt bike. Jumpin' Jack Flash, this has GOT to be an 80s movie. Col. Ted Masters (seriously, these names though) is being held captive in a rouge state that's run by Snidely Whiplash or Tony Shalhoub. Your favorite podcasters simply cannot decide. Regardless, it's time to crank up the tunes and jack an F-16, because it's the Fall of the 80s on Hindsight is Horrifying!#1980s #80smovies #airforce #f16 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What could be better than chasing tail and cheating at sports in the great outdoors? Nothing we humble podcasters can dream up, unless you figure out a way to factor in Bill Murray in a kid's toy helmet.This 70s nonsensical classic not only granted the world access to the incomparable team that was Ivan Reitman, Harold Ramis, and Bill Murray. This film also taught us the greatest lesson that any kid could garner from summer camp: DON'T BE A MEATBALL!What's a meatball? If you have to ask, you're a total meatball.Could Bill Murray BE more creepy in this movie? Undoubtedly. Would that matter? In the 70s, probably not. Just ask Geena Davis. She used to be in movies, but she's not in movies anymore.Don your Hawaiian shirts and short shorts. Lace up your Ah-Dee-Dahs and join us for our final Summer of 70s episode, Meatballs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Did your mom ever put a hit on your dad? Did a gang of 50-year-old teenagers ever attack you in a mortuary so they could use a casket for a prank? Did one of those teenagers stomp your beloved pet to death? If so, we know just the quasi murderess who can help you return such morbid favors!Meet Susan. She's a spider enthusiast and is the object of every creepy uncle's eye. Okay, maybe just the one creepy uncle, but homeboy was having an affair with Susan's mom before he set eyes on his niece. #CreepyAFSusan's got 99 problems but murder ain't one. This hot town loner possesses a literal army of tarantulas who can magically kill anyone they touch. Minus Susan, of course. No biting necessary with these supernatural spiders!In all seriousness, this movie makes no sense. The gist is that if you try to harm Susan in any fashion, you will experience death by spider. Does this qualify as murder? We don't know! Join Darth, Jason, and two-dimensional Adam for a loopy discussion of Kiss of the Tarantula!But wait, the spiders never actually bit anyone… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Check out the video version on Rumble!Armageddon has descended. The world has succumbed to the devastating results of biological warfare. A former TV newscaster has subsequently transformed into an albino, light-sensitive, technology-hating zealot. So, who will keep the public informed? How will Las Angeles know to stay classy?? CAN WE GET RON BURGUNDY ON THE PHONE??? WE DON'T KNOW WHAT WE'RE YELLING ABOUT!Oh wait, none of this matters, because everyone is dead or undead except for Charlton Heston.In all honesty, Dr. Robert Neville (Heston) appears to be living the post-apocalyptic bachelor dream as he forages for supplies in the fanciest abandoned cars that L.A. has to offer. Yeah, those cars are occasionally set aflame by the albino "zompires," but that just makes survival interesting. Neville spends his considerable amount of spare time heckling the one remaining movie (MST3K style) and playing chess with a statue of Julius Caesar. So…there's some silver lining to the End of Days, right? All good things must come to an end, however. Neville is kidnapped by a woman literally posing as a mannequin who is somehow NOT Kim Cattrall. He didn't know it was a ruse, the big dumb idiot. Neville winds up getting laid, but most certainly pays the price. Women…The Summer of 70s continues! Join Darth, Jason, and Adam, for their somewhat riveting discussion of The Omega Man. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
CALLING ALL KEITH DAVIDS!Wait…Keith David WASN'T in this movie? Damn it, Jason…*Awkward Intermission*Stunt men, drunk driving, and bar fights, OH MY!Picture it: Sally Field stars in a movie where Burt Reynolds is the badass. No one saw that coming. But have you ever seen a horse drink beer?No one could pull off sexy meta narcissism like ol' Burt. Psh. Don't judge. Like any of y'all have your own Hollywood stunt reel to show off to your friends…When Mr. Brown's away, Darth and Jason will design an incriminating photo opportunity. But that's nothing compared to the death-defying stunts of Sonny Hooper, who, along with Hal Needham and ALL the Jan-Michael Vincents, will prove physics and mortality wrong…about everything.Your favorite podcasters just wanted Sally Field to enjoy her steak supper in that classy-ass honky-tonk. Join Darth and Jason for Hooper! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hold on to your gun silencers, it's time for a gang assault! In this John Carpenter classic that was remade into a film starring Ethan Hawke that no one remembers, Darth, Adam, and Jason cannot figure out which is more fascinating: The fact that Precinct 13 is not IN precinct 13 orThe idea that a man can continuously “fire” an empty gun without realizing it. There's no time to consider either glaring error when you're being attacked by a pack of zombie-like Chicano/black/oriental toughs and hoods! Ah, good ol' fashioned 70s racism…those were the days. It's the Summer of 70s here on #HindsightisHorrifying. Grab your vanilla swirl ice cream and try not to get shot. On this new episode, your favorite podcasters are discussing Assault on Precinct 13! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hindsighters, what do YOU do to show your wives a good time? Well, if you're Frank (Warren Oates) and Roger (Peter Fonda), you whisk your wives off to Colorado in the fanciest RV money can find! For some added fun, Frank and Roger travel through Texas en route to Colorado, roughhousing on dirt bikes and playing witness to the grisly Satanic cult murder of a hot young woman. It's all in good fun until the cult in question sets it sights on Frank, Roger, their wives, and the beloved family dog as the next victims for sacrifice. The town is overrun by the Satanic cult and the local sheriff is literally of no help in this matter! What are the fellas to do to save themselves and their wives? Zoinks, gang!It's the Summer of Seventies on #HindsightisHorrifying! We apologize in advance that Mr. Brown will be selecting too many of these films for you to “enjoy”, so brace yourselves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gloria Estefan was right. The cross-dressing rhythm IS going to get you. Picture it. South Beach, 1996. You're a young straight man in love with the daughter of an imperiously conservative politician. Add to this equation that your parents are gay partners who own and star in a South Beach drag club. You and said daughter are engaged and now it's time for your perilously opposite parents to meet one another. What do you do but turn your gay parents into a Lucille Ball-level illusion of traditional heterosexuality? Throw in a shoeless, half-dressed Guatemalan and you've got yourself an outstanding movie. In this comedy classic, no one makes a more hilariously dramatic couple than Robin Williams and Nathan Lane. Don't agree? Take some Pirin tablets and settle down, ya queen. Throw on your cutoffs and your best wig. In this exciting episode, the gang (and special guest host Amanda) discuss The Birdcage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In The Rock, Nicholas Cage proves just how far a man will go to avoid committing to a relationship. When given the choice to address his imminent future with his pregnant girlfriend or fly across the nation to take down a group of insurgent American marines threatening their own country with an act of terrorism, Stanley Goodspeed (Cage), CANNOT get on a plane fast enough. Goodspeed is a D.C. biochemist who must Face Off (pun intended) with terrorists who have taken over the former prison island of Alcatraz and intend on destroying San Francisco with deadly VX gas warheads. Not enough of a twist, you say? We agree with you, #hindsighters, because what this movie is missing is a sexy criminal element, also known as John Patrick Mason (Sean Connery). You see, Goodspeed can disarm any nuclear bomb, but only Mason can sneak Goodspeed ON to the island of Alcatraz. How can Mason pull off such a mission? Because he's the only former prisoner alive to successfully escape Alcatraz. Mason has only been in another prison (apparently one more difficult to escape from than Alcatraz) for the past 30 years. What could go wrong with this plan? Tune in and find out on our most recent episode, starring John C. McGinley…and a bunch of other people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
“Darling…the only ghoul in this house is you.” – Annabelle LorenWelcome to the party on Haunted Hill, where the ghost stories aren't made up, and the grudges do matter. Frederick Loren is hosting a gathering where all the guests get to walk away with ten thousand dollars apiece…assuming they survive the night in a horribly haunted house. Not enough of a twist, you say? Your favorite podcasters agree. As it turns out, the ghosts (and one random werewolf) might not be the most dangerous inhabitants of the House on Haunted Hill. This William Castle classic begs the question: Would it be more fun to be murdered by an eccentric, mustachioed millionaire, or his cheating, smokin' hot spouse? We suppose that comes down to your own kinky preference, but let's all agree that disintegrating in a vat of acid would be absolutely zero fun. No bones about it. Darth will see herself out for that joke…unless Vincent Price has locked her in. Join Darth, Adam, and Jason for their first Halloween episode of the season, House on Haunted Hill! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Darth was today years old when she discovered that Johnny Depp and Christopher Walken star in more than one movie together. In one of those movies, Nick of Time, Mr. Smith (Walken) threatens to murder Gene Watson's (Johnny Depp) little girl unless Watson pulls the trigger on Governor Eleanor Grant during a public speech in a downtown L.A. hotel. And we have a movie! This film has everything going for it on paper. You have a handsome leading man racing against the clock. You have Christopher Walken literally stalking that leading man every step of the way on his mission to kill a governor so liberal that everyone and their mom (including her own husband and the guys at the hotel bar) want her dead. Johnny's only allies are the veteran shoeshine and every single other hotel employee. In Nick of Time, there are countless build-ups with zero follow-through, and despite the stakes and talent that fill this movie to busting, it presents like a TV movie that could have used a few extra commercial breaks. Darth and Jason enjoyed it nonetheless. But did 2-D Adam Brown have an opinion? More importantly, did Johnny off the governor?? Tune in to find out! Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this schlocky 90s comedy, Lt. Cmdr. Tom Dodge and his tattooed dick are facing a stacked deck. Due to his decorative penis and quirky methods of command, Dodge has been passed over for promotion by the Navy Selection Committee year after year. But when Rip Torn decides to pull rank out of pure nepotism for his own errant son (which no one seems to notice or care about), Dodge finally gets a shot at captaining his very own recommissioned, yet utterly decrepit, submarine. It's up to Dodge and his colorful crew of misfit seamen, including a shockingly female Diving Officer, to navigate the USS Stingray through a War Games exercise that will determine his fate in the U.S. Navy. Does Dodge win the war games and Jim Carrey's woman amidst self-inflicted chaos and loony piracy on the high seas? We're not sure we even care, but in this episode of HIH, we discuss Down Periscope. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.
When you're an under cover operative in a tough spot, who do you reach out to for help? James Bond? Ethan Hunt? Elon Musk? NOPE. In Penny Marshall's directorial debut, it's Whoopi Goldberg to the rescue for a British spy who just wants to get home. Meet Terry Doolittle (Goldberg), professional smartass and computer genius, also known as a bank chat specialist. Terry stumbles into the world of espionage when English spy, code name Jumpin' Jack Flash, reaches out to her with cryptic communications over her faulty bank computer. Jack puts Terry's feeble feminine brain to the test with coded messages alluding to the Rolling Stones; Terry does some dancing, cracks the code, acquires a frying pan, and illicit undercover activities commence. Jumpin' Jack Flash is a Whoopi Goldberg vehicle that goes off road with ridiculous disguises, villainous treachery, & plenty of wise cracks. The British are coming, and Jim Belushi is armed with a tow truck and truth serum. But will Whoopi win the day and the middle-aged man? Smack your malfunctioning monitor and find out in this slapstick 80s romp. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
What would you do for a Klondike bar? Would you bark like a dog? What would you do to maintain the secret of Nirvana? Would you murder a shark-bitten Swede? Leo DiCaprio sure would! In Danny Boyle's 2000 film The Beach, some intrepid travelers seek a hidden island paradise for non-parasites in Thailand, a country where marijuana was recently legalized! After their deeply disturbed fellow traveler, Daffy, commits suicide on the Khao San Road, Richard discovers a map bequeathed to him by Daffy that leads to a forbidden beach so perfect, it was formerly thought of as nothing more than an urban myth. Richard's bizarre journey includes a French couple, Etienne and Francoise, who like to have loud sex. The threesome's difficult travels pay off when they finally arrive at The Beach, but this fairy tale land-turned coveted reality conceals a dark truth. The Beach is occupied by a group of hippie psychos who viciously guard their seaside commune, which also happens to be equipped with a manipulative ice queen and dangerous drug farmers who favor a Thai variation of Russian Roulette. There is almost too much to unpack when it comes to The Beach. Suffice it to say that, in this movie adapted from Alex Garland's far superior debut novel, we discover that when paradise comes at too steep a price, it's not the journey or the destination so much as the escape. Join Darth, Jason, and Adam for a dive into The Beach. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
There's this call girl. She's got a bad rap, see? She's stuck with a murderous john who owns all the hookers in Atlanta; he puts her up in a nice penthouse with fabulous clothes and all the dance classes she could ask for. It's up to a ruggedly handsome vice cop to rescue her and give her the run-down home of her dreams in a ghetto part of the city so they can live happily ever after next to a playground of noisy ass kids. This dream house may not have a bed with a frame, but it has a lovely window seat with a rose carving, perfect for peeping on the local children at play. Now that we think about it, Sharky's Machine may be the literal opposite story of Pretty Woman. This rendition of Dirty Harry Goes to Atlanta is a drama-packed, vice-ridden tale of Burt Reynolds (quasi-legally) stalking and sometimes slapping a hooker with whom he falls in love from afar. Don't worry, he's still focused on cleaning up the city streets. He might lose a few fingers in the process, but good ol' Sharky will see to it that we ATLiens can enjoy our city without the worry of those awful out-of-staters. Join Darth, Adam, and Jason for the mustache ride that is Sharky's Machine. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Oh, my GOD, Mr. Cotter, I want YOU! What if Cheech and Chong joined the army? We'll never know for sure, but Stripes gives us a close enough idea when Bill Murray talks Harold Ramis into becoming a grunt in this 80s comedy. John and Russell join the army, mud-wrestling shenanigans ensue, and our would-be heroes get the girls, but can they protect America's newest super-weapon/shaggin' wagon? Probably not, but it hardly matters when your main goal in life is to be the sharpest loofah in your platoon ever to graduate basic training. Sound off for Stripes! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Not all of us can travel abroad during our college years. Some of us can't afford college or travel and are subsequently forced to fantasize about that magnificent day when a random, white-collar gentleman will offer us $1000 to travel to Italy to locate and return his wayward, womanizing son. Matt Damon lucks out in the extreme in this story; he is literally paid to visit a fictional town in Italy to locate Jude Law and bring him home to America to fulfill his destiny as a shipping heir. Sadly, things get murder-y quickly when same sex tendencies and bitter jealousy arise amidst the gin and the jazz.Murder begets more murder in The Talented Mr. Ripley, a film that raises deeply philosophical questions that keep us up at night: Do the ends justify the means? Can anyone truly be a “bad” person? Is Matt Damon prettier than Gwyneth Paltrow? Decide for yourself as you experience the criminal misadventures of the talented, treacherous, and tormented Tom Ripley. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Danger is around every corner when you're an “anonymous” journalist with a drug beat and alimony to pay. Luckily, Fletch, known as Jane Doe to his readers (we assume he has some, but no one ever confirms this fact) is mediocre at disguise and masterful at confusing his targets with jibber jabber.Fletch finds himself in the crosshairs when he's asked to commit murder by a mysterious rich Mormon who mistakes him for one of his many alter egos; I mean, who wouldn't trust thousands of dollars and a carefully coordinated murder plot to a drug-addled beach bum? There's a foxy blonde, an angry Doberman, and Geena Davis has a dude's name. It's funny and confuddling. It's Fletch. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Holy hairpiece, Jason Alexander! Oh yes, it's George AND Kramer from Seinfeld, along with Dan Aykroyd and just about everyone else who made an appearance on SNL in the late 80s and early 90s. When a failed recon mission strands him and his wife on Earth, what is an extraterrestrial to do other than make a half-assed attempt to blend in with the neighbors? Beldar and Prymaat make the best of their suburban purgatory while raising their daughter who possesses the wildly rebellious tendency to date an overweight underachiever. This ridiculous 90s comedy didn't make money or history, but it doesn't matter. As far as Lorne Michaels is concerned, you can shove it up your cone. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Honey, we're home! And where's our dinner??Who doesn't want to have sex in technicolor? The people of Pleasantville, that's who! That is, at least, until Reese Witherspoon comes along! But don't let the black and white swirl get your TV antenna in a twist! Join, Darth, Jason, and Adam for a romp through simpler times that become instantly complicated when Don Knotts abducts two 90s teenagers. Tune in for some salacious and visionary thinking during Pleasantville. And remember…you're soaking in it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Ah, the 1970s. You've given us so many movies to suffer through. What more could you offer?Turns out, the 1970s can offer us a bland movie about Rock Hudson using mad science to save a dog's life. Which is fine. Only he then decides to use the same science to create a total babe who wants to "learn" about "nookie." Oh, and the dog and the babe are both super cool with killing. Thanks, 1970s.And, yes, there's frontal nudity. Watch "Embryo" (1976) on Hindsight is Horrifying! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Bob Clark has given the world so much. He gave us "A Christmas Story" and defined the holiday movie. He gave us "Porky's" and defined the teenage sex comedy. He gave us "Baby Geniuses" and gave us diarrhea. In "Black Christmas" he not only gave us the slasher film, but he also defined many of the tropes that would be used again and again for decades to come.The gang welcome their friend Adam Darby back to the studio to talk about the 1974 cut-em-up Christmas classic, "Black Christmas." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Ok, so Bill Murray probably doesn't hate Christmas. But he does a great job portraying a humbug in the 1988 Richard Donner comedy, "Scrooged." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
It's December! For some reason, that means we all have to watch Christmas movies. This appears to be a law, and the gang aren't taking any chances. Join them as they take their first obligatory trip down mandated festive joy."Fatman" is a movie that just doesn't know what it wants to be. Comedy? Action? Tarantino-esque killfest? No clue. All we know is that the gang sit down and watch Mel Gibson in "Fatman" (2020). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Ah, the public domain. Movies that live in the lawless land without copyright are perfect movies for riffing. In that spirit(!), the gang sit down and watch the 1962 Herk Harvey psychological horror film, "Carnival of Souls." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
It was Darth's turn to pick a movie this week, and she actually didn't use that power to inflict misery on Adam and Jason. Instead, the gang got to watch something of a hidden gem. It's the 2000 drama/comedy about a slice of waspy life, "Wonder Boys." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Today we end our malformed Halloween season with a look at Brian De Palma's trippy musical extravaganza, "Phantom of the Paradise."Before Andrew Lloyd Weber gave the world his lesser-known version of Leroux's famous novel, the bell-bottomed population of the 1970s was subjected to this prog/folk acid trip. The plot concerns a weird and disturbing composer who is maimed and turned into a weird and disturbing composer who wears a mask. Like Sia, only the music in this movie is better (it was written and largely sung by the legendary Paul Williams).Surprisingly, the movie ended up being rather good, and the discussion was even better. Enjoy "Phantom of the Paradise" on Hindsight is Horrifying. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Critters is a movie that once terrified young Jason to the core of his cynical little soul. Now he returns with Adam and Jade to find out if it has that scary staying power. Join the gang as they watch the 1986 horror (comedy?) Critters on Hindsight is Horrifying! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Young Adam is back! And mysteriously, Adam B. is missing...But let's not get bogged down in 'who killed who for a guest spot on a YouTube show.' Instead, let's watch the sequel to Sam Raimi's debut film (and the best horror sequel ever), Evil Dead II. Dead by Dawn! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Yes, Prince Humperdinck battled Chucky, but at least he didn't have a date with a 6-year-old boy…It's officially Halloween, the spookiest and most magical season of them all. And what better way to celebrate the unholiest of high holidays but with the movies that scared us witless when we were younger? That's right, #Hindsighters, Jason has raised a new challenge from the dead, and your bold podcasters are dredging up the most fearful movies of their formative years for your vindictive entertainment! Join Darth, Jason, and Adam B. in their foray to the 80s and heyday of the meanest doll of them all, Chucky! The demonic ginger Good Guy Doll has a truly bad side. Download if you dare! Better yet, click the like and subscribe buttons, or we'll throw you in the fire! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Viewers will recall that Jason has a complicated relationship with the Star Wars universe. Unfortunately for him, all that and more await him as the gang watch Episode II - Attack of the Clones. Many thanks to our special guest Jacob Andrews for joining us and suggesting this quite divisive movie! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Vibes is one of those forgotten 80s movie gems that deserves a second look. Not a third look though. Two will do. After all, we're talking about the first (and only) cinematic pairing of the great Jeff Goldblum and the irritating Cyndi Lauper. As psychics. Heck, it even earned a star from Roger Ebert. And that's exactly one star more than he gave Death Race 2000.Join the gang as they return to the greatest decade in movie history for the 1988 comedy, "Vibes." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jason has a list. It's a list of very, very bad movies. Movies that are as bad as they are...free to watch.Alien Conquest tells the touching story of Tom Sizemore's battle with addiction and recovery, set against the backdrop of the most implausible alien invasion since "Hobgoblins." Enjoy this incompetent ripoff of "War of the Worlds" on Hindsight is Horrifying! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The Hindsight is Horrifying gang watch Val Kilmer's big Hollywood debut (sort of) as the lead in Top Secret! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The Big Hit: “Let's go, baby! Let's work!”Did you ever consider the hitman's feelings when he kidnaps you? You will when you watch this trashtastic piece of cinema starring Lou Diamond Phillips, Marky Mark, and Mark Wahlberg!For real, #Hindsighters, what innocent catholic schoolgirl doesn't dream about falling victim to kidnaping and inevitable Stockholm Syndrome when they're taken hostage by someone as hot as Marky Mark?#Hindsighters, forget about Christina Applegate (we're kidding; even Darth knows that's not possible) and focus on the jailbait that is China Chow in this hot cinematic nonsense.What's the one lesson your intrepid podcasters have learned from this movie, you ask? Sensual, non-consensual cooking inevitably leads to kosher takeout. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.