The Undead Wookie is a fortnightly podcasting focusing on Horror and Science Fiction. However there will be times when we dip into other genres as here at the Undead Wookie our nerdiness know no bounds.
On this episode of The Undead Wookie I'm joined by the one and only Peter Nielsen and we are talking The Dark Side of the Moon (1990) You can follow Peter on Twitter @Peter_Nielsen on Instagram @peternielsen68 and you can listen to Peter over on Retro Movie Geek Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
On this episode I sit down with writer, director and producer Charlies Steeds. We discuss his upcoming projects and then we take a deep dive into The Deadly Spawn (1983). On What the Wookie Watched, I solo review: Stephen King on Film (2002) This feature documentary is the ultimate guide to the King of your nightmares. Stephen King – one of the best-selling authors of the last century and undeniably a modern horror icon. His works have been translated into television shows, feature films, video games and more across the decades. In Stephen King on Screen, fans of the beloved nightmare writer are given the chance to meet the directors and creatives who brought unforgettable stories to the big screen from Carrie to IT, Misery, Stand By Me, Cujo, Children of the Corn and more. Join Hollywood legends Frank Darabont, Tim Curry, Tom Holland, James Caan, Mike Flanagan, and more as they discuss their own journeys into the fantastical world of Stephen King. Stephen King on Screen is directed by Daphné Baiwir (The Rebellious Olivia de Havilland). Signature Entertainment presents Stephen King on Screen on Digital Platforms 26th June & Blu-ray 18th September The Black Demon (2023) It's man versus myth in this supernatural showdown for the ages. When oilman Paul Sturges (Josh Lucas, Yellowstone) takes his family to Bahia Negra, the crown jewel of Baja and the site of Paul's best-performing rig, the vibrant Mexican coastal town he once knew has mysteriously crumbled. In the decrepit ghost town, the last inhabitants tell Paul the offshore platform has awoken ‘El Demonio.' This shark is unlike any other creature; a shark of legend, known as The Black Demon. Soon, Paul and his family find themselves trapped on the rig, under constant attack by the giant monster who slowly eats away at the rig's supports - with time literally ticking away, Paul must find a way to somehow get his family back to shore alive. Also starring Fernanda Urrejola (Cry Macho), Raúl Méndez (Sense8), and Julio Cesar Cedillo (Sicario), The Black Demon is directed by Adrian Grünberg (Rambo: Last Blood) from a script by Boise Esquerra. Signature Entertainment presents The Black Demon on Digital Platforms 19th June and Blu-ray & DVD 17th July
On this episode I sit down and chat with writer, produce and actress Caroline Spence. We talk about her latest project Casting Kill and about the working within independent film. Also on That the Wookie Watched, I solo review: Hollywood Dreams & Nightmares: The Robert Englund Story (2022) The Devil Comes at Night (2023) You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page. You can also now find me athttps://morbidlybeautiful.com
An episode thought long lost but recovered from The Undead Wookie Vaults. Join me and the awesome Nathan Bartlebaugh from the equally fantastic Phantom Galaxy Podcast as we discuss the seminal Near Dark (1987) http://phantomgalaxy.podbean.com/
On this episode I sit down and chat with indie filmmaker Terry Cooper. We discuss his upcoming project Bloody Students, keeping Bob Hoskins dry. If you wish to get involved and donate to please follow the links below: tinyurl.com/bloodystudents or you can donate via PayPal
On this episode I'm joined by the one and only Greg Morgan for the fantastic Land of the Creeps Podcast and we are discussing Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988). You can find Greg on Instagram @gregamortis666 also landofthecreeps.blogspot.com On What the Wookie Watched, I solo review Bats (1999) and Amityville 4: The Evil Escapes (1989)
On this episode I sit down and chat with the one and only actress, writer, director, producer and recording artist Dani Thompson. You can find Dani @stardustbydani @murdermysteriesinc www.dani-thompson.com and on Instagram @missdaniteeze and @missdaniteeze2 on Twitter. On What the Rookie Watched I review Rats: Night of Terror (1984) It Stains the Sand Red (2016) Wrath of Souls. (2020) Casting Kill (2023) You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page and over on YouTube.
On this episode of The Undead Wookie I'm joined by author and filmmaker Janine Pipe. We talk about her awesome book Sausages: The Making of Dog Soldiers and then we dive into the wonderfully gory Terrifier 2. You can find Janine on Twitter @JaninePipe28 and on Instagram
On this episode I'm joined by the awesome Bill Van Veghel and we take a deep into into the directorial debut of Italian Horror Maestro Dario Argento. The Bird With The Crystal Plumage (1970) An American writer, Sam Dalmas (Tony Musante), is living in Rome with his girlfriend, Julia (Suzy Kendall). While visiting an art gallery, Sam witnesses an unsuccessful murder attempt by a mysterious figure. As the assailant is believed to be an infamous serial killer, Sam quickly becomes a key witness in the ongoing police investigation. After he begins searching for clues that may help him identify the killer, Sam discovers that he may be the next intended victim. Release date: 8 March 1971 (UK) Director: Dario Argento Language: Italian Cinematography: Vittorio Storaro Film series: Animal Trilogy Adapted from: The Screaming Mimi On What the Rookie Watched: Exorcism at 60,000 Feet (2019) On the last flight of a transatlantic passenger airliner, a priest, a rabbi and the airline crew team together to save a plane from a pandemic of demonic possessions. Aztec Rex AKA Tyrannosaurus Azteca (2007) A band of 16th century conquistadors must fight for their lives when they realize they're going to be served as sacrifices to a god-like T-Rex. Five (1951) Five people are miraculously spared when the fall-out from a super-atomic bomb eventually kills all of the rest of humanity on earth.
On this bonus episode I sit down with actress Eve Oliver and producer Anna Dixon to talk about their exciting new project Witch Trial. If you want to help out and be part of the project pop on over to https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/witch-trial#/
On this episode I sit down and chat with actress and life coach Michaela Longden. Also on this episode What the Wookie Watched returns. Join me as I dive into: Happy Birthday to Me (1981) Ghosts of War (2020) Salem's Lot TV Mini Series (2004)
On this episode I'm joined by the one and only writer, director and artist MJ Dixon. We are taking a deep dive into our top 5 straight to video horror movies of the 90s.
On this episode of The Undead Wookie podcast. I sit down and chat with Actress Eve Oliver. You can follow Eve on Facebook Reel Horror on Instagram and Twitter @missevekathryn and @reel_horror and find out more about her latest feature film Dear Sister Margaret
On this bonus episode myself and Peter dive into another creature feature double bill: Earth vs The Spider (1958) A group of teenagers from a rural community team up with their high school science teacher to combat a giant, mutant spider. Initial release: September 1958 Director: Bert I. Gordon Screenplay: Bert I. Gordon, George Worthing Yates, Laszlo Gorog Distributed by: American International Pictures Budget: $100,000 Tarantula! PG 1955 ‧ Sci-fi/Sci-fi ‧ 1h 20m A scientist's experiment to cure hunger creates a giant spider that escapes from an isolated desert laboratory and wreaks havoc on the local inhabitants. Release date: 1 January 1955 (USA) Director: Jack Arnold Box office: 1.1 million USD (US and Canadian rentals)
Episode 96 - Pet Sematary (1989) On this episode I'm joined by the one and only Joel G Robertson ( as we take walk through Stephen King's Pet Sematary (1989). Most listeners will know Joel from the awesome Retro Movie Geek podcast (https://retromoviegeek.com) Pet Sematary 18 1989 ‧ Horror/Thriller ‧ 1h 43m Louis Creed and his family move into a new home and try to settle in. However, strange things happen after Louis buries his daughter's cat in an ancient burial ground in the forest behind their house. Release date: 19 May 1989 (United Kingdom) Director: Mary Lambert Sequel: Pet Sematary II Adapted from: Pet Sematary Music by: Elliot Goldenthal Box office: $89.5 million Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
The Exorcist 3 (1990) On this episode I am joined by the one the and only Mr Darren Hall, you can find Darren on Twitter @altmoviesinsta and on Instagram @altmovies and we are discussing The Exorcist 3 (1990) The Exorcist III is a 1990 American psychological horror film written and directed by William Peter Blatty. It is the third installment in the Exorcist series and an adaptation of Blatty's Exorcist novel Legion (1983). It stars George C. Scott, Ed Flanders, Jason Miller, Scott Wilson and Brad Dourif. The Exorcist III is set 15 years after the original film, ignoring the events of Exorcist II: The Heretic. The year that Karras died is listed as 1975 on his headstone, placing the events of the original movie in 1975. It follows a character from the first film, Lieutenant William F. Kinderman, who investigates a series of demonic murders in Georgetown that have the hallmarks of the Gemini, a deceased serial killer. Cast George C. Scott as Lt. William F. Kinderman Ed Flanders as Father Joseph Dyer Jason Miller as Patient X/Damien Karras Scott Wilson as Dr. Temple Brad Dourif as James Venamun/The "Gemini Killer" Also on What The Wookie Watched I solo review Touch of Death (1988) and Fear (1990) Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
Episode 95 - The Omen (1976) On this episode I'm joined by the legendary Big Bill Van Veghel, most listeners will know Bill from The Land of the Creeps Podcast and the awesome Phantom Galaxy Podcast (@fantomgalaxy, http://phantomgalaxy.podbean.com/ ) We are The Omen (1976) The Omen 15 1976 ‧ Horror/Mystery ‧ 1h 51m The Omen is a 1976 American-British supernatural horror film directed by Richard Donner, written by David Seltzer, and starring Gregory Peck, Lee Remick, David Warner, Harvey Spencer Stephens, Billie Whitelaw, Patrick Troughton, Martin Benson, and Leo McKern. Its plot follows Damien Thorn, a young child replaced at birth by an American ambassador unbeknownst to his wife, after their biological child dies shortly after birth. As a series of mysterious events and violent deaths occur around the family and Damien enters childhood, they come to learn he is in fact the prophesied Antichrist. Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
Episode 94 - Star Terk 2: The Wrath of Khan (1982) On this episode I am joined by the one and only Darrell Taylor (@theVoice123) you can find Darrell and his awesome collection of podcasts on the taylornetworkofpodcasts.com and when he isn't there you can find him over at Retro Movie Geek. Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan 12A 1982 ‧ Sci-fi/Sci-fi ‧ 1h 53m Admiral Kirk's midlife crisis is interrupted by the return of an old enemy, the evil Khan, who is looking for revenge and a potentially destructive device. Release date: 16 July 1982 (United Kingdom) Director: Nicholas Meyer Music composed by: James Horner Screenplay: Nicholas Meyer, Jack B. Sowards Budget: 11 million USD, 12 million USD Cast : Admiral James T Kirk William Shatner Spock Leonard Nimoy Dr Leonard "Bones" McCoy DeForest Kelley Scotty James Doohan Chekov Walter Koenig Sulu George Takei Commander Uhura Nichelle Nichols Dr Carol Marcus Bibi Besch David Merritt Butrick Captain Terrell Paul Winfield Saavik Kirstie Alley Khan Ricardo Montalban Midshipman Peter Preston Ike Eisenmann Joachim Weiss Judson Earney Scott Also on What The Wookie Watched I solo review Happy Hell Night (1992) and Death Ship (1980) Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
Episode 92 - Them (1954) & The Black Scorpion (1957) On this episode I'm joined but the force of nature that is Mr Peter Nielsen (@Peter_Nielsen) and we are talking Them (1954) & The Black Scorpion (1957). Them! PG 1954 ‧ Sci-fi/Horror ‧ 1h 34m Them! is a 1954 American black-and-white science fiction monster film from Warner Bros. Pictures, produced by David Weisbart, directed by Gordon Douglas, and starring James Whitmore, Edmund Gwenn, Joan Weldon, and James Arness. The Black Scorpion (1957) Sci-fi/Horror ‧ 1h 28m Volcanic activity frees giant scorpions from the earth who wreak havoc in the rural countryside and eventually threaten Mexico City. Directed by Edward Ludwig, and starring Richard Denning, Mara Corday, Carlos Rivas, and Mario Navarro. The film's stop-motion animation special effects were created by Willis O'Brien. Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
Episode 91 - Minority Report (2002) - 02:02:2021, 17 by Huw Lloyd
Episode 90 - Bone Tomahawk (2015) by Huw Lloyd
Bonus Episode - Interview with author Catherine McCarthy On this bonus episode I sit down with Catherine and talk about her up coming novella Immortelle and a new collection of short stories. We also talk about writing, the process and what inspires writers. You can find Catherine on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Also on her website catherine-mccarthy-author.com
Episode 89 - Drag Me to Hell (2009) On this episode I am joined by the one the and only Mr Darren Hall, you can find Darren on Twitter @altmoviesinsta and on Instagram @altmovies and we are discussing Drag Me to Hell (2009) Drag Me to Hell 15 2009 ‧ Horror/Supernatural ‧ 1h 39m When loan officer Christine Brown refuses an old lady an extension on her loan, the lady places a curse of the Lamia upon Christine. Once cursed, Christine's life is turned into a living nightmare. Release date: 27 May 2009 (United Kingdom) Director: Sam Raimi Screenplay: Sam Raimi, Ivan Raimi Cast: Alison Lohman as Christine Brown Justin Long as Professor Clayton "Clay" Dalton Lorna Raver as Mrs. Sylvia Ganush Dileep Rao as Rham Jas David Paymer as Mr. Jim Jacks Adriana Barraza as Shaun San Dena Bojana Novakovic as Ilenka Ganush Reggie Lee as Stu Rubin Chelcie Ross as Leonard Dalton Molly Cheek as Trudy Dalton Budget: 30 million USD Also on What The Wookie Watched I solo review The Phantom of the Opera (1989) and Splatter University (1984)
Here is our annual gHOST Story for Christmas. A Christmas Ghost Story - The Red Room By H. G. Wells read by me. Enjoy!
Episode 88 - Creepshow (1982) On this episode I am joined by the one the and only Mr Darren Hall, you can find Darren on Twitter @altmoviesinsta and on Instagram @altmovies and we are discussing Creepshow (1982). Creepshow 15 1982 ‧ Horror/Comedy ‧ 2h 10m A compendium of five short but terrifying tales contained within a single full-length feature, this film conjures scares from traditional bogeymen and portents of doom. In one story, a monster escapes from its holding cell. Another focuses on a husband (Leslie Nielsen) with a creative way of getting back at his cheating wife. Other stories concern a rural man (Stephen King) and a visitor from outer space, and a homeowner (E.G. Marshall) with huge bug problems and a boozing corpse. Initial release: 12 November 1982 (USA) Director: George A. Romero Screenplay: Stephen King Story by: Stephen King Also on What The Wookie Watched I solo review Creepshow: Animated Special (2020) and Blood Vessel (2020)
Episode 87 - Ghostbusters (1984) On this episode I'm joined by Valley's Hip-Hop legend Mr Leighton Winstone (@leightwinst) and we are talking Ghostbusters (1984) Ghostbusters 12 1984 ‧ Comedy/Fantasy ‧ 1h 47m When Peter Venkman, Raymond Stantz and Egon Spengler lose their jobs as scientists, they start an establishment called Ghostbusters to fight the evil ghosts lurking in New York City. Cast: Bill Murray as Peter Venkman Dan Aykroyd as Ray Stantz Sigourney Weaver as Dana Barrett Harold Ramis as Egon Spengler Rick Moranis as Louis Tully Annie Potts as Janine Melnitz William Atherton as Walter Peck Ernie Hudson as Winston Zeddemore Release date: 7 December 1984 (United Kingdom) Director: Ivan Reitman Featured song: Ghostbusters Box office: 296.4 million USD Screenplay: Harold Ramis, Dan Aykroyd, Ivan Reitman Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
Episode 86 - The Valley of Gwangi (1969) On this episode I'm joined but the force of nature that is Mr Peter Nielsen (@Peter_Nielsen) and we are talking The Valley of Gwangi (1969). The Valley of Gwangi U 1969 ‧ Fantasy/Western ‧ 1h 36m A struggling Wild West stunt show hopes to make its fortune with a miniature horse from a hidden valley, but the discovery of large prehistoric beasts there leads to deadly danger. Cast: James Franciscus as Tuck Gila Golan as T.J. Richard Carlson as Champ Laurence Naismith as Professor Bromley Freda Jackson as Tia Zorina Gustavo Rojo as Carlos Dennis Kilbane as Rowdy Mario De Barros as Bean (as Mario de Barros) Curtis Arden as Lope Initial release: 3 September 1969 (USA) Director: Jim O'Connolly Music composed by: Jerome Moross Producers: Ray Harryhausen, Charles H. Schneer Screenplay: Willis H. O'Brien, William Bast, Julian More Also on What The Wookie Watched I solo review Stephen King's The Langoliers (1995) and Fantasy Island (2020) Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
Episode 85 - 10 Rillington Place (1971) On this episode I'm joined by the legendary Big Bill Van Veghel, most listeners will know Bill from The Land of the Creeps Podcast and the awesome Phantom Galaxy Podcast (@fantomgalaxy, http://phantomgalaxy.podbean.com/ ) We are discussion the chilling true crime movie 10 Rillington Place (1971) 10 Rillington Place 15 1971 ‧ Crime/Drama ‧ 1h 51m An unsuspecting couple takes up a place for rent, owned by John Christie, a middle aged man living with his wife. Under his calm demeanor, Christie hides the fact that he is a serial killer. Release date: 10 February 1971 (London) Director: Richard Fleischer Story by: Ludovic Kennedy Screenplay: Clive Exton Adapted from: Ten Rillington Place Cast: Richard Attenborough as John Christie Judy Geeson as Beryl Evans John Hurt as Timothy Evans Pat Heywood as Ethel Christie Also on What The Wookie Watched I solo review The Babysitter: Killer Queen (2020) and Ready or Not (2019) Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
On this bonus I read the fantastic Edgar Allan Poe short Story, The Tell Tale Heart. Happy Halloween guys. "The Tell-Tale Heart" is a short story by American writer Edgar Allan Poe, first published in 1843. It is related by an unnamed narrator who endeavors to convince the reader of the narrator's sanity while simultaneously describing a murder the narrator committed.
Episode 84 - Cannibal Apocalypse (1980) On this episode I am joined by the one the and only Mr Darren Hall, you can find Darren on Twitter @altmoviesinsta and on Instagram @altmovies and we are discussing Cannibal Apocalypse (1980) Cannibal Apocalypse 1980 ‧ Horror/Splatter ‧ 1h 36m Bloodthirsty 80s horror following the events that occur when two Vietnam veterans bring back a contagious virus that turns people into cannibals when bitten. Cast John Saxon Elizabeth Turner Giovanni Lombardo Radice Initial release: 4 August 1980 (Italy) Director: Antonio Margheriti Budget: 75,000 USD Screenplay: Antonio Margheriti, Dardano Sacchetti Producers: Sandro Amati, Edmondo Amati, Maurizio Amati Also on What The Wookie Watched I solo review Trick (2019) and Mountaintop Motel Massacre (1980) Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
TUDW Ep 83 - Close Encounter Of The Thrid Kind (1977) by Huw Lloyd
Episode 82 - Predator 2 (1990) On this episode I am joined by the one the and only Mr Darren Hall, you can find Darren on Twitter @altmoviesinsta and on Instagram @altmovies and we are discussing Predator 2 (1990). Predator 2 18 1990 ‧ Action/Sci-fi ‧ 1h 48m Lieutenant Mike Harrigan and his police force try to hunt down a vicious alien hunter killing drug gangs in Los Angeles despite the warnings of a mysterious government agent. Initial release: 21 November 1990 (USA) Director: Stephen Hopkins Film series: Predator Budget: 35 million USD Box office: 57.1 million USD Also on What The Wookie Watched I solo review Predator 2 (1990) and the short film The Telling (https://vimeo.com/hartmannvideo) Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
Episode 81 - Blood and Black Lace (1964) On this episode I'm joined by filmmaker Charlie Steeds Writer/Director of horror movies @TheCannibalFarm @DesireFilm 'The Barge People' @Winterskinmovie @EnglishHaunting @VampVirusFilm and we are talking Mario Bava's classic Blood and Black Lace (1964). Also on this episode I speak with writer, director Alex Bourne about his new film Clownface. Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
Bonus Episode - Interview With Andrew Jones by Huw Lloyd
Episode 80 - The Vindicator (1986) On this episode I'm joined but the incorrigible Mr Peter Nielsen (@Peter_Nielsen) and we are talking The Vindicator (1986) The Vindicator 1986 ‧ Sci-fi/Horror ‧ 1h 41m Scientist Carl Lehman (David McIlwraith) has created a high-tech suit that, due to a glitch, can cause its inhabitant to become very strong and incredibly violent. When Carl dies in an accident at the lab, his colleague, Alex Whyte (Richard Cox), concocts a crazy plan to dress Carl's remains in the … MORE Initial release: 14 February 1986 (USA) Director: Jean-Claude Lord Music composed by: Paul Zaza Screenplay: Edith Rey, David Preston Producers: John Dunning, Don Carmody, Michael I. Levy Also on What The Wookie Watched I solo review Brahms: The Boy 2 (2020) and Don't go into the house (1979). Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page. Make sure you check out the School Hall Slaughter Indiegogo page: https://igg.me/at/schoolhallslaugter/x/23615516#/
Episode 79 - Cobra (1986) On this episode I am joined by the one the and only Mr Darren Hall, you can find Darren on Twitter @altmoviesinsta and on Instagram @altmovies and we are discussing Cobra (1986) Cobra 18 1986 ‧ Action/Action/Adventure ‧ 1h 27m A gang of neo-fascist thugs break into people's homes and kill them at random. Cobretti is brought on to end these activities, which leads to a battle between the thugs and Cobretti. Initial release: 23 May 1986 (USA) Director: George P. Cosmatos Box office: 160 million USD (worldwide) Budget: 25 million USD Music composed by: Sylvester Levay Also on What The Wookie Watched I solo review V: The Mini Series (1983) Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page. Make sure you check out the School Hall Slaughter Indiegogo page https://igg.me/at/schoolhallslaugter/x/23615516#/
Episode 78 - Phantasm (1979) On this episode I'm joined by none other than Gareth Morgan AKA Slasher Trash. You can find Gareth on twitter @SlasherTrash and on Letterbox, and we are talking Phantasm (1979). Phantasm (1979) Phantasm is a 1979 American science fantasy horror film directed, written, photographed, and edited by Don Coscarelli. The first film in the Phantasm franchise, it introduces the Tall Man (Angus Scrimm), a supernatural and malevolent undertaker who turns the dead of Earth into dwarf zombies to be sent to his planet and used as slaves. He is opposed by a young boy, Mike (Michael Baldwin), who tries to convince his older brother Jody (Bill Thornbury) and family friend Reggie (Reggie Bannister) of the threat. Initial release: 1979 (Canada) Director: Don Coscarelli Budget: 300,000 USD Film series: Phantasm Box office: 12 million USD Also on What The Wookie Watched I solo review Joker Clown (2019) and The Boy(2016) Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page. Make sure you check out the School Hall Slaughter Indiegogo page https://igg.me/at/schoolhallslaugter/x/23615516#/
Episode 77 - Highlander (1986) On this episode I am joined by writer, director and all round good guy MJ Dixon and we are discussing Highlander (1986) Highlander 1986 ‧ Fantasy/Cult film ‧ 1h 50m Highlander is a 1986 British fantasy action-adventure film directed by Russell Mulcahy and based on a story by Gregory Widen. It stars Christopher Lambert, Sean Connery, Clancy Brown, and Roxanne Hart. Release date: 29 August 1986 (United Kingdom) Director: Russell Mulcahy Featured song: Princes of the Universe Box office: 12.9 million USD Screenplay: Gregory Widen, Larry Ferguson, Peter Bellwood Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
TUDW EP 76 - Shaun Of The Dead (2004) by Huw Lloyd
Join me on this bonus episode where I interview UK Based Indie Filmmaker, Musician, Writer and Artist MJ Dixon. You can MJ and MYCHO Entertainment at https://mycho.weebly.com and on Instagram @mychoeg Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
On this Bonus episode I am joined by two very special guest co-hosts Mr Darren Hall, you can find Darren on Twitter @altmoviesinsta and on Instagram @altmovies and the incorrigible Mr Peter Nielsen (@Peter_Nielsen) and we are talking the wonderful world of VHS covers.
Episode 74 - Turbo Kid (2016) On this episode I am joined by the one the and only Mr Darren Hall, you can find Darren on Twitter @altmoviesinsta and on Instagram @altmovies and we are discussing Turbo Kid. Turbo Kid (2016) In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, an orphaned teen (Munro Chambers) must battle a ruthless warlord (Michael Ironside) to save the girl (Laurence Leboeuf) of his dreams. Initial release: 2015 (Canada) Directors: Anouk Whissell, François Simard, Yoann-Karl Whissell Producers: Ant Timpson, Benoît Beaulieu, Tim Riley, Anne-Marie Gélinas Music composed by: Jean-Phillippe Bernier, Jean-Nicolas Leupi Awards: Saturn Award for Best International Film Also on What The Wookie Watched I solo review The Wicker Tree (2011) and VFW (2019) Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
Bonus Episode - Movies we really should have watched! On this episode, I'm joined by Mr Leighton Winstone (@leightwinst) and we are talking about movies that we should have watched by now! Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
Episode 73 - The Hills Have Eyes (2006) On this episode Im joined by Zoe or as you guys may know her as Zobo With a Shotgun. You can find Zobo @ZoboWithShotgun and on zobowithashotgun.com and we are talking the 2006 remake of The Hills Have Eyes. The Hills Have Eyes 18 2006 ‧ Horror/Slasher ‧ 1h 48m When a family travelling to California is captured by psychotic cannibals, the results of the nuclear tests conducted by the USA, they are forced to fight and survive but the chances look bleak. Release date: 10 March 2006 (United Kingdom) Director: Alexandre Aja Featured song: California Dreamin' Budget: 15 million USD Film series: The Hills Have Eyes Also on What The Wookie Watched I solo review House (1986) and Ghosthouse (1988). Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
Episode 72 - The Howling (1981) On this episode Im joined by the fantastic Derek Nelson @d_g_nelson an American actor based in Caerleon. Here are the links to his Spotlight: 6695-0166-4580 Showreel:https://youtube.com/watch?v=udHOgC3k1CE and we are talking about The Howling from 1981. The Howling 18 1981 ‧ Horror/Indie film ‧ 1h 31m In Los Angeles, television journalist Karen White (Dee Wallace) is traumatized in the course of aiding the police in their arrest of a serial murderer. Her doctor recommends that she attend an isolated psychiatric retreat led by Dr. George Waggner (Patrick Macnee). But while Karen is undergoing ther… MORE Release date: 14 May 1981 (United Kingdom) Director: Joe Dante Film series: The Howling Budget: 1 million USD Screenplay: John Sayles, Terence H. Winkless On What The Wookie Watched I the new shudder documentary Cursed films (2020) and Funhouse (1981). Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
Episode 71 - The Hitcher (1986) On this episode I'm joined by the fantastic Gidgit VonLaRue (@GidgitVonLaRue) from the brilliant Retro Cinema Podcast (http://theretrocinema.com) and we are discussing The Hitcher (1986). The Hitcher 15 1986 ‧ Horror/Thriller ‧ 1h 38m While transporting a car from Chicago to San Diego, Jim Halsey (C. Thomas Howell) picks up a hitchhiker named John Ryder (Rutger Hauer), who claims to be a serial killer. After a daring escape, Jim hopes to never see Ryder again. But when he witnesses the hitchhiker murdering an entire family, Jim p… MORE Release date: 16 May 1986 (United Kingdom) Director: Robert Harmon Screenplay: Eric Red Film series: The Hitcher Instead of the What the Wookie Watched we have a got 5 Wookie Recommendations of 1960's Horror Movies you should see. Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
Episode 70 - The Temple of Doom (1984) On this episode, I'm joined by Mr Leighton Winstone (@leightwinst) and we are talking Indiana Jones and The Temple of Doom (1984). Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom PG 1984 ‧ Adventure/Action ‧ 1h 58m Indiana Jones, a legendary archaeologist, finds himself in India, where a bunch of poor villagers reach out to him to track down an ancient stone that has been stolen by an evil priest. Initial release: 8 May 1984 (USA) Director: Steven Spielberg Featured song: Anything Goes Budget: 28 million USD Box office: 333.1 million USD Instead of the What the Wookie Watched we have a got 5 Wookie Recommendations of Zombie Movies you should see. Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.
Episode 69 - Jacobs Ladder (1990) by Huw Lloyd
Episode 68 - The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) Joining me on this episode the one and only Dave Becker (@dvdinfatuation) you can find Dave on The Horror Movie Podcast and on Land of the Creeps. The Texas Chain Saw Massacre 15 1974 ‧ Horror/Thriller ‧ 1h 30m Sally, Franklin and their three friends run out of gas while driving to their grandfather's house. One by one they are tormented and killed by a chainsaw-wielding killer and his psychopathic family. Release date: 11 December 1998 (United Kingdom) Director: Tobe Hooper Budget: 140,000 USD Film series: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Box office: 30.9 million USD Also on What the Wookie Watched I solo review The Most Dangerous Game (1932) and Extinction (2018) Don't forget to subscribe on SoundCloud and ITunes and leave us some 5 star reviews. You can also find me @THEUNDEADWOOKIE on Twitter, @TheUndeadWookie1980 on Instagram or on The Undead Wookie Facebook page.