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Comics and Chronic
Ep. 323 - Small Soldiers

Comics and Chronic

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 44:28


On today's new episode and the last of 2025, the guys discuss the 1998 classic Small Soldiers directed by Joe Dante and starring Tommy Lee Jones and Kirsten DunstBut first, are Clive Owen and Gerard Butler basically the same guy? Do we love the cast of this movie? Is this our first edition of The Boys Talk Toys? Did we all see this in theaters? Does this movie have Gremlins vibes and easter eggs? How was the CGI for a 1998 film? If Toy Story had Apocalypse Now vibes would it be Small Soldiers? For a kids movie does this have intelligent critiques of the military industrial complex? Were they trying to make Jay Mohr a thing in the 90s? Was this move Phil Hartman's last role? Did Andy Dick OD recently? Is Cody the Alan Abernathy of the pod? Does this movie get a 6 on the Foley? Would Avatar exist without Small Soldiers? Is this movie insanely quotable? Is Stephen Lang  the real life Chip Hazard? Was Led Zeppelin cool in the 90s? Does this movie have a crazy soundtrack? Is this movie too violent for kids? Did the boys have encyclopedias growing up? Is this a “holiday” movie? Can these toys feel pain or reproduce? Will there ever be a Small Soldiers 2? Was this movie a box office flop? Do we each have a favorite Adam Sandler-produced movie that the others hate? Why do we need to ban Elon Musk from watching Small Soldiers? Were there any Small Soldiers video games? Are we The Heavy Duty Boys? Who is Reba playing in the MCU?Check out the Kickstarter pre-launch page for Superguy issue #2 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mrtonynacho/superguy-2-my-date-with-the-presidents-daughter?ref=creator_tab⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠New episodes every THURSDAYFollow us on social media! Bluesky // Instagram // Twitter // TikTok :⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@comicsnchronic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.youtube.com/channel/UC45vP6pBHZk9rZi_2X3VkzQ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠E-mail: comicsnchronicpodcast@gmail.comCodyInstagram // Bluesky:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@codycannoncomedy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: @Cody_CannonTikTok: @codywalakacannonJakeInstagram // Bluesky:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jakefhaha⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AnthonyBluesky // Instagram // Threads // Twitter // TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mrtonynacho⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Saturday Night Freak Show
Gremlins 2 (1990)

Saturday Night Freak Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2025 81:44


Sean unleashes Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) inside a New York skyscraper and fills the corporate corridors with braniacs and bat winged beasts in Joe Dante's deliriously deranged sequel. Listen as we multiply the madness over mutant designs, meta musical numbers, and sequel superiority debates on this week's exciting episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marvelous! Or, the Death of Cinema
Christmas Special 2025: Gremlins 2: The New Batch

Marvelous! Or, the Death of Cinema

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2025 110:07


Does a sequel to a Christmas movie count as a Christmas movie? It doesn't matter! Our patrons voted and Joe Dante's anarchic, loony tunes inspired, ahead of it's time fourth wall breaking creature feature was - to our delight - the winner. Join us in a fun, light episode in which we marvel at amazing creature effects, enjoy beloved character actors, share our favorite of the film's (many) gags, and discuss Robert Picardo's (Star Trek: Voyager) consentual-nonconsent relationship with Greta the Gremlin. Thank you all so, so much for listening and supporting the show. We'll see you next year! An extra special thanks to our $10 Executive Producers: JetChiclete, Isaac, squishward, Walt Lewellyn of The Black Casebook, Tropical Doves, Jim Locatelli, jprestonpoole, Lohik, bernventers, Owen2, and Ronnie Gardocki (who I now know is a character from The Shield). If you can, please lend some support to these organizations: Gaza Funds PCRF (Palestinian Children's Relief Fund) MAP (Medical Aid for Palestinians) National Networks of Abortion Funds If you enjoy the show please consider: Subscribing to our Patreon, where you can enjoy exclusive subscriber only episodes. Joining our Discord. Checking out our Credits page where you can view a complete list of Patrons. Leaving a rating and review on your podcast provider of choice.  Production by Miguel Tahni. Art by Zoe Woolley and Jo Hermeer. Follow @MarvelousDeath for updates. 

Retour à l'Écran
Retour à l'Écran Grand Format - Gremlins

Retour à l'Écran

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 99:07


Plongée au cœur de la fabrication de Gremlins, faux film de Noël et véritable bombe anarchique du cinéma américain des années 80. Un exercice d'équilibriste permanent entre conte tordu, comédie, horreur et satire.L'épisode revient sur la genèse du projet et sur l'alliance entre Joe Dante et Steven Spielberg, ici à la production, avant de s'attarder sur un tournage rendu infernal par des animatroniques aussi fragiles que coûteux.On évoque aussi notre découverte du film et de sa suite, et on analyse l'évolution de la saga, replacée dans le contexte d'une vague de films de créatures qui envahissent les écrans au même moment. Un Noël qui dérape, des monstres incontrôlables, et un cinéma populaire poussé dans ses derniers retranchements.

Bez Dyskusji
243. Gremliny (świątecznie) rozrabiają! (1984)

Bez Dyskusji

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 68:07


Kolejne święta, kolejny "świąteczny" film. Tym razem w cudzysłowie, ale takim traktowanym w cudzysłowie – bo choć film Joe Dantego zbudowany był jako obraz nieco antyświąteczny, przeszedł do kanonu jako świetny dodatek do krokietów i barszczyku. W odcinku rozmawiamy o kategoriach wiekowych, o animatronice, o kinie lat 80., o wojskowym folklorze (jeżeli takowy istnieje), ale przede wszystkim bardzo dobrze się bawimy. Na tyle, że może nawet trochę ROZRABIAMY.Pomóż nam w tworzeniu programu – https://patronite.pl/bezdyskusjiNasz Discord: https://discord.gg/eyCGYBrx9fWpadaj na naszą grupę! - https://www.facebook.com/groups/520144846333243Chcesz nam coś kopsnąć? - https://buymeacoffee.com/bezdyskusji

The Commentary Booth
Gremlins Review - Episode 300

The Commentary Booth

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 43:56


Celebrate a major milestone and the holiday season with us on this extra-special 300th episode of The Commentary Booth! Your host Jamie Apps, is joined by the ever-festive guest Corrina Mabey to deck the halls and dive into the chaotic, festive horror of the 1984 classic, Gremlins.This Christmas, we're breaking the rules! We revisit Joe Dante's black comedy horror masterpiece, written by Chris Columbus (The Goonies, Home Alone), which follows a small town plunged into chaos when a cute Christmas gift spawns a horde of mischievous monsters. As we celebrate 300 episodes, we unwrap the film's lasting legacy, its surprisingly dark heart, and why it's the perfect anti-Christmas Christmas movie.Highlights Breakdown: - Costly Chaos: Discover how each gremlin puppet cost a jaw-dropping $30,000-$40,000 in the 80s (over $90,000 today!) and why security had to search cars daily to prevent theft. - Spielberg's Save: How an executive produceer's note from Steven Spielberg created the beloved hero Gizmo and shaped the entire film. - PG-13 Origin Story: Learn how Gremlins and Indiana Jones directly led to the creation of the PG-13 rating. - Personal Festive Chaos: From Corrina's perpetually decorated 7.5-foot flocked tree to Jamie's “Barbie Dreamhouse-sized” Christmas tree, get a peek into our holiday madness.- Dark Turns & Lasting Legacy: We tackle Kate's famously dark monologue, the film's explosive box office success against Ghostbusters, and what the future holds for the franchise.Join us for a nostalgic, fun, and deep-dive review filled with trivia, laughter, and festive spirit. Whether you're a lifelong fan or a gremlin newbie, this episode is your ticket to a wildly entertaining holiday watch.This week's episode is brought to you byAustralian Wrestling CardsCheck out more great content from Pario Magazine on our website.-------------------------------------------------------------SUPPORT PARIO MAGAZINE & THE COMMENTARY BOOTH- PATREON- BUY MERCH- AMAZON PRIME VIDEO- TUBEBUDDY- Subscribe to AEW Plus using my code (q0yydoz) to earn $10 in FITE credit- Shop Online With Honey- Shop Online With SatechiMY EQUIPMENT- Elgato Facecam- Rode PodMic- Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP- Streamlabs Talk StudioFOLLOW JAMIE ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Twitter- Facebook- Instagram- TikTokFOLLOW PARIO MAGAZINE ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Twitter- Facebook- Instagram

Broken VCR
#227 Gremlins (1984)

Broken VCR

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 90:02


Joe Dante's 1984 Christmas horror-comedy, GREMLINS, is our feature presentation this week! We talk the 80s Spielberg magic dust, that Universal backlot sweetness, Chris Columbus screenwriting hot streak, that weird monologue, and much more! We also pick our Top 7 Steven Spielberg Produced Movies in this week's Silver Screen 7!  Join our Patreon ($2.99/month) here linktr.ee/brokenvcr to watch the episodes LIVE in video form day/weeks early. Find us on Instagram @thebrokenvcr and follow us on LetterBoxd! Become a regular here at THE BROKEN VCR!

Shelf Life
Gremlins

Shelf Life

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 231:35


In this episode of Shelf Life, Kevin and Rachel eat after midnight and are attacked by little green creatures with Joe Dante's Gremlins. A holiday, comedy, horror movie classic about how much Christmas sucks and humans reliance on technology ruins everything.Discussions include unpaid internships, ancient mystical demons, invest in gadgetry, and who did destroy Mrs. Deagle's snowman? Listen and enjoy to find out if Gremlins has shelf life.0:00:00 - Intro0:11:53 - Gremlins Backstory0:21:33 - Gremlins walkthrough0:47:21 - Barney1:27:55 - The intro of Gizmo2:00:00 - Kate hates Christmas?2:25:37 - Billy's mom's massacre3:03:24 - Oh that's why3:44:12 - Shelf Life VerdictBe sure to subscribe to the show, check out the website, and spread the word of the podcast. And if this is your first episode, check out the rest of the catalog, there may be something in it you'll like. And follow us on our social media pages, we'll announce volume and episode drops and maybe other stuff: @shelflifepod.bsky.social — Bluesky Shelf Life (@shelf_life_pod) on ThreadsShelf Life (@shelf_life_pod) • Instagram photos and videoshttps://shelflifepodcast.wixsite.com/shelflifeYou can stream or purchase today's episode subject by looking here for availability: Gremlins streaming: where to watch movie online?Have a story about the episodes or something to say, contact the podcast shelflifethepodcast@gmail.comThe opinion, beliefs, and viewpoints expressed by the characters portrayed by those on the podcast are tongue and cheek meant for entertainment purposes only and very sarcastic. The impressions done on the show are out of love and done poorly. Any clips or music used within the show is used for review effect and is property of the owners. The viewpoints do not represent those of the hosts, people, institutions, and organizations who the creators may or may not be associated with in professional or personal capacity.

15K+ Random Movie Reviews
139. Gremlins (1984)

15K+ Random Movie Reviews

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 46:53


This week, we review Gremlins (1984), Joe Dante's darkly comic Christmas horror classic that blends creature-feature chaos with suburban satire. Zach Galligan stars as Billy, a small-town teen whose mysterious new pet, Gizmo, comes with three simple rules—rules that, once broken, unleash a horde of mischievous monsters on his hometown. With its mix of practical effects, slapstick violence, and eerie holiday cheer, the film explores themes of consumerism, responsibility, and the unintended consequences of curiosity.Is Gremlins a cautionary tale wrapped in tinsel or just pure festive mayhem? Listen on to find out!Movie 5183 on Metacritic's all time movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google SpreadsheetIMDb List: IMDb | Letterboxd: Letterboxd

PENDENTE: Rubrica su Cinema, letteratura, fumetto ed esperienze culturali
La fuga dalla realtà: Gremlins 2-La nuova stirpe

PENDENTE: Rubrica su Cinema, letteratura, fumetto ed esperienze culturali

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 26:57


"Ho cominciato a rifugiarmi nell'avventura con i libri, quando da bambino ho avuto la polio che mi ha costretto per un anno a casa. Poi ho cercato l'avventura al cinema che significava la fuga dalla realtà. Non che nella realtà fossi infelice, ma con i film ero più felice"Non è certo facile essere un ribelle, specialmente se lavori a Hollywood. E ne sa qualcosa il buon vecchio Joe Dante, uno degli allievi prediletti di Roger Corman che riuscì a imporsi sulla scena del cinema degli anni '80 per poi lottare costantemente per un cinema più genuino e coraggioso.Bisognoso di "rientrare nel giro", Dante accettò di realizzare il tanto bramato seguito di "Gremlins" ma a una condizione: carta bianca totale.Ottenendo ciò che voleva, Dante non solo bloccò la possibilità di realizzare una saga con protagonisti i Mogwai e le loro controparti malvagie ma realizzò quello che è (per me) il suo capolavoro di anarchia e creatività.01. Text link alla HomepageeREADERhttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte-libri%2Fmigliori-libri-2025-da-leggerehttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte%2Fbuono-da-10-euro-per-tehttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Frakuten-kobo-remotehttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte%2Fcalendario-avventohttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fcarta-cultura-giovani-carta-meritohttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte-dvd%2F2-novita-20https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fhappy-cardhttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte%2Fomaggio-tazza-letteraria-libri-film-musica-giochihttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte-giochi-giocattoli%2F15-su-giochi-disponibilita-immediata

The Skiffy and Fanty Show
843. Gremlins (1984) — At the Movies

The Skiffy and Fanty Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 52:07


Fedoras, Christmas traumas, and chainsaws, oh my! Shaun Duke and Daniel Haeusser join forces to discuss Gremlins (1984; dir. Joe Dante). Together, they talk about the film’s legacy, its brand of slapstick and macabre comedy, the adorableness of Gizmo, and more! Thanks for listening. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Send us your comments, questions, and suggestions! Gremlins (1984; dir. Joe Dante) If you have a question you'd like us to answer, feel free to shoot us a message on our contact page. Our new intro and outro music comes from Holy Mole. You can support his work at patreon.com/holymole. See you later, navigator!

FRIDAY FAMILY FILM NIGHT
Friday Family Film Night: GREMLINS review

FRIDAY FAMILY FILM NIGHT

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 21:04


In which the Mister joins me in reviewing GREMLINS (1984), from a script by Chris Columbus, the film is directed by Joe Dante.  When a struggling inventor (Hoyt Axton) buys a mysterious, adorable creature called a Mogwai as a Christmas gift for his son Billy (Zach Galligan), he is warned of three strict rules: keep it away from bright light, don't get it wet, and never feed it after midnight.  After the rules are inevitably broken, the creature spawns a brood of mischievous, scaly monsters that begin a violent and chaotic rampage through the idyllic town of Kingston Falls.  As the town's holiday celebrations turn into a nightmare, Billy and his girlfriend Kate (Phoebe Cates) must track down the malevolent leader, Stripe (Frank Welker), to stop the gremlins before they destroy the entire community.  The film clocks in at 1 h and 46 m, is rated PG and it's currently streaming on Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max, AMC+  and to rent/buy on Prime Video.  Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#Gremlins #ChrisColumbus #JoeDante #HoytAxton #Randall #ZachGalligan #Billy #PhoebeCates #Kate #CoreyFeldman #Pete #FrancesLeeMcCain #Lynn #GlynnTurman #MrHanson #PollyHolliday #MrsDeagle #HowieMandel #Gizmo #FrankWelker #Stripe #DarkComedy #DarkFantasy #FolkHorror #HolidayComedy #MonsterHorror #QuirkyComedy #SupernaturalFantasy #SupernaturalHorror #Fantasy #Comedy  @DisneyPlus  @Hulu  @HboMax  @Amc+  @PrimeVideo   #FridayFamilyFilmNightOpening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library

BADLANDS: SPORTSLAND
Bonus Episode: Is Gremlins the Greatest Offbeat Christmas Movie?

BADLANDS: SPORTSLAND

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 33:58


In the second of three special bonus episodes for the holiday season, Zeth and Double Elvis' Head of Production Matt Beaudoin do a deep dive into the 1984 classic movie 'Gremlins.' They talk about the incredible special effects, the weird mind of director Joe Dante, and the surprising ways in which it connects with the grandaddy of Christmas movies, 'It's a Wonderful Life.' To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Movies - A Podcast About the Act of Cinema
E530: Joe Dante's Gremlins (1984) [Guest: Kenney Dorcely]

Movies - A Podcast About the Act of Cinema

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 61:32


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B Bin Horror
Gremlins

B Bin Horror

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 88:02


Hello and welcome back to another episode of B Bin Horror! On this week's episode we talk about the 1984 Black Comedy/Christmas (yes it's a Christmas movie) Horror film, Gremlins! Gremlins was written by Chris Columbus and written by Joe Dante. The film stars Zach Galligan, Phoebe Cates, Hoyt Axton, Polly Holliday, Frances Lee McCain and Howie Mandel who voices Gizmo. On this week's episode we discuss the film and give our thoughts on it, we give a theory about deer and how they run into cars and Doug also talks about gutting and stuffing gremlins. If you like what you hear please follow us on Instagram and Facebook @bbinhorror. You can also send us emails at bbinhorror@gmail.com and please don't forget to subscribe to B Bin Horror on whatever podcast platform you listen on! *B Bin Horror theme music - "Uprising" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio*

The Movies That Made Me
IF I HAD LEGS I'D KICK YOU writer/director Mary Bronstein

The Movies That Made Me

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 84:43


Mary Bronstein discusses a few of her favorite films with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PENDENTE: Rubrica su Cinema, letteratura, fumetto ed esperienze culturali

"Ho cominciato a rifugiarmi nell'avventura con i libri, quando da bambino ho avuto la polio che mi ha costretto per un anno a casa. Poi ho cercato l'avventura al cinema che significava la fuga dalla realtà. Non che nella realtà fossi infelice, ma con i film ero più felice"Non è certo facile essere un ribelle, specialmente se lavori a Hollywood. E ne sa qualcosa il buon vecchio Joe Dante, uno degli allievi prediletti di Roger Corman che riuscì a imporsi sulla scena del cinema degli anni '80 per poi lottare costantemente per un cinema più genuino e coraggioso.Joe Dante non si è mai tirato indietro davanti alle sfide. "L'erba del vicino" fu una di esse che però non ricevette alcun riconoscimento da parte del pubblico, nonostante la sua ironia pungente e il mestiere del solito impeccabile Dante.01. Text link alla HomepageeREADERhttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte-libri%2Fmigliori-libri-2025-da-leggerehttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte%2Fbuono-da-10-euro-per-tehttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Frakuten-kobo-remotehttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte%2Fcalendario-avventohttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fcarta-cultura-giovani-carta-meritohttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte-dvd%2F2-novita-20https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte%2Fomaggio-tazza-letteraria-libri-film-musica-giochihttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte%2Fconsegna-gratuitahttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte-giochi-giocattoli%2Fofferta-speciale-legohttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fhappy-card

Gimme Three - A Series For Cinephiles
104 - Christmas Movie or Not? - Volume 2

Gimme Three - A Series For Cinephiles

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 81:35


This week is the return of one of our most popular themes from 2024, Christmas or Not? Bella and Nick debate about some of the historically contested films - are these Christmas movies or ain't they? You can help us decide!We start with one of the most quintessential films in the Christmas-or-not debate. It is also one of the most quintessential films in American history. Jimmy Stewart stars in Frank Capra's It's A Wonderful Life. Second, Chris Columbus and Joe Dante team up for a brilliant blend of horror, comedy, and the holiday season in the cult-classic Gremlins. Finally, two comedic legends, Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd, team up in the wildly popular film, Trading Places. Our friend Ryan Lacen also stops by for a new segment, the One-Minute Movie Rebuttal, to defend his beloved Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang. ❗️SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE ❗️Support the showSign up for our Patreon for exclusive Bonus Content.Follow the podcast on Instagram @gimmethreepodcastYou can keep up with Bella on Instagram @portraitofacinephile or Letterboxd You can keep up with Nick: on Instagram @nicholasybarra, on Twitter (X) @nicholaspybarra, or on LetterboxdShout out to contributor and producer Sonja Mereu. A special thanks to Anselm Kennedy for creating Gimme Three's theme music. And another special thanks to Zoe Baumann for creating our exceptional cover art.

Movie Madness
Episode 619: That'll Do For The Year In Blu

Movie Madness

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 171:59


Erik Childress and Peter Sobczynski close out the year in physical media with a lot of suggestions for your Christmas baskets. For the more adventurous who don't mind a little darkness with their holidays you have Paul Thomas Anderson's adult film industry epic and the booze-filled trip through sin city that won Nicolas Cage his Oscar. There is sci-fi anime, David Cronenberg's tale of infection and the Wachowskis' epic journey of conspiracy and souls. Joe Dante's sprawling dare of a film experience finally comes home…if you can get it. For those who need to laugh, four of the classic Pink Panther films have been upgraded. And for the kid in all of us that we could all get in touch with these holidays, the original Turtles in a Half-Shell get a box set, Tim Burton's timeless debut with Pee-Wee Herman and everyone's favorite talking pig are all here for you. All this plus our thoughts on the tragic murder of Rob Reiner.1:40 - A Tribute to Rob Reiner5:44 - Criterion (Pee-Wee's Big Adventure (4K), David Byrne's American Utopia (4K))17:44 - Warner Archive (On Borrowed Time)23:14 – Warner Bros. (Boogie Nights (4K))34:00 - Shout Factory (Rabid (1977) (4K), Leaving Las Vegas (4K), Perfect Blue (4K), Cloud Atlas (4K))1:07:51 - Kino (Scars of Dracula (4K), Walking Tall (2004) (4K), The Pink Panther (1963) (4K), A Shot in the Dark (4K), The Pink Panther Strikes Again (4K), Revenge of the Pink Panther (4K), Babe (4K), Babe: Pig in the City (4K))2:15:52 - Arrow (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Trilogy (4K))2:36:02 - Vinegar Syndrome (The Movie Orgy)2:48:38 - New TV & Theatrical Titles On Blu-ray (Wally Gator: The Complete Series, Lippy the Lion & Hardy Har Har: The Complete Series, Monk: The Complete Series, A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, Black Phone 2 (4K), Bugonia (4K), Christmas Eve in Miller's Point, Good Night, and Good Luck: Live from Broadway, Hot Spring Shark Attack, Thank You Very Much)CLICK ON THE FILMS TO RENT OR PURCHASE AND HELP OUT THE MOVIE MADNESS PODCASTSIGN UP FOR AUDIBLEBe sure to check outErik's Weekly Box Office Column – At Rotten TomatoesCritics' Classics Series – At Elk Grove Cinema in Elk Grove Village, ILChicago Screening Schedule - All the films coming to theaters and streamingPhysical Media Schedule - Click & Buy upcoming titles for your library.(Direct purchases help the Movie Madness podcast with a few pennies.)Erik's Linktree - Where you can follow Erik and his work anywhere and everywhere.The Movie Madness Podcast has been recognized by Million Podcasts as one of the Top 100 Best Movie Review Podcasts as well as in the Top 60 Film Festival Podcasts and Top 100 Cinephile Podcasts. MillionPodcasts is an intelligently curated, all-in-one podcast database for discovering and contacting podcast hosts and producers in your niche perfect for PR pitches and collaborations. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erikthemovieman.substack.com

ChuckyVision - A Chucky Podcast
Gremlins 2: The New Batch

ChuckyVision - A Chucky Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 89:22


Welcome to CHUCKYVISION, a podcast about the horror franchise Child's Play/Chucky, the surrounding culture and other killer doll films. Our third Christmas special and our third Joe Dante film in the span of a year. Starting with Gremlins last holiday, Small Soldiers a few months back, and naturally following up with Gremlins 2: The New Batch... which isn't a Christmas movie. But we have plenty of fun and tackle the age old question, can the sequel top the original! Host: Mark Adams Co-Host: Dev Elson Editor: Mark Adams Executive Producer: Tony Black Twitter/BlueSky: @ChuckyVision  Our Network: @filmstories filmstories.co.uk Title music: At the Beginning (c) Dark Fantasy Studios Cover Art: Ama @Amasc0met Logo: Elliot @Elliottt93 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alone in the Dark Horror Podcast
Gremlins - Ep. 121

Alone in the Dark Horror Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 97:14


For Episode 121 don't bother calling the repairman, checking the closets, or looking under the bed, there's definitely GREMLINS in your house! In fact, they're everywhere! Discover why this film may have ruined Christmas for the guys, what makes Spielberg an artistic deviant, and why the world owes Joe Dante an apology. So put on the comfy pajamas with STRIPES, tune in on your favorite GIZMO, and listen today. The chimney's kind of tight, but we saved you a spot…

Legends Podcast
Legends Podcast #757; Gremlins (1984)

Legends Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 68:57


In 1984, producer Steven Spielberg, writer Chris Columbus, and director Joe Dante brought a new breed of cuddly creatures to the big screen, hoping to draw in fans of other odd critters like Yoda and E.T. The star of this film is the adorable "mogwai" (Chinese for "devil") named Gizmo, who propagates some very odd offspring that terrorize a small town on Christmas Eve. Released the same weekend as Ghostbusters, this horror-comedy was a hit with audiences, earning $212 million on an $11 million budget. The flick spawned a 1990 sequel, subtitled The New Batch, and a TV series, with a forthcoming third film, Secrets of the Mogwai, in the works. On the merchandising side, the Gizmo plush became an instant hit as one of the top toys of Christmas '84. And, of course, there were plenty of knock-offs, from Critters, to Munchies, to Ghoulies. Perhaps most notably, the film's violence and gore, packaged in family-friendly wrapping paper, led to the creation of a new MPAA rating category: PG-13. But forty-one years later, are we still going gaga for Gremlins? Or have these vicious vermin overstayed their welcome like unruly in-laws at the holidays?   For more geeky podcasts visit GonnaGeek.com    You can find us on iTunes under ''Legends Podcast''. Please subscribe and give us a positive review. You can also follow us on Twitter @LegendsPodcast or even better, send us an e-mail: LegendsPodcastS@gmail.com    You can write to Rum Daddy directly: rumdaddylegends@gmail.com    You can find all our contact information here on the Network page of GonnaGeek.com Our complete archive is always available at www.legendspodcast.com, www.legendspodcast.libsyn.com    Show Music:Danger Storm by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  

The Movies That Made Me
DUST BUNNY writer/director Bryan Fuller

The Movies That Made Me

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 102:37


DUST BUNNEY writer/director Bryan Fuller discusses his favorite gateway horror films with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3-2-1 Ghost!
Gremlins

3-2-1 Ghost!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 104:32


Smuggling animals through customs, thresholds to becoming a cat lady, and having a change of heart with Mrs. Doubtfire - we open our Christmas present early and cover Joe Dante's "Gremlins"!

PENDENTE: Rubrica su Cinema, letteratura, fumetto ed esperienze culturali

"Ho cominciato a rifugiarmi nell'avventura con i libri, quando da bambino ho avuto la polio che mi ha costretto per un anno a casa. Poi ho cercato l'avventura al cinema che significava la fuga dalla realtà. Non che nella realtà fossi infelice, ma con i film ero più felice"Non è certo facile essere un ribelle, specialmente se lavori a Hollywood. E ne sa qualcosa il buon vecchio Joe Dante, uno degli allievi prediletti di Roger Corman che riuscì a imporsi sulla scena del cinema degli anni '80 per poi lottare costantemente per un cinema più genuino e coraggioso.Non contento del fiasco di "Explorers", Dante decide di pensare a un altro tipo di pubblico e di mischiare diversi generi. E il risultato di questa sperimentazione fu il sottovalutato "Salto nel buio", massima espressione della creatività puro stile anni '80!01. Text link alla HomepageeREADERhttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte-libri%2Flibri-outlethttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte-libri%2Fmigliori-libri-2025-da-leggerehttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte%2Fbuono-da-10-euro-per-tehttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Frakuten-kobo-remotehttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte%2Fcalendario-avventohttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fcarta-cultura-giovani-carta-meritohttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte-dvd%2F2-novita-20https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte%2Fomaggio-tazza-letteraria-libri-film-musica-giochi

The Matt and Mark Movie Show
A Very Merry Gremlins Christmas! | We’re kicking off the holidays with GREMLINS (1984)

The Matt and Mark Movie Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 126:18


'Tis the season for GREMLINS! That's right, we asked Saint Nick for a little holiday fun and he delivered with Joe Dante's monster masterpiece. We deep-dive into the classic film for Mark's first watch ever, and geek out over Gizmo, Stripe, and of course, good ol' Dick Miller. We also announce this year's holiday Grab Bag theme, so get pumped for that. If you want to get straight to the Gremlins talk, it happens around 21:00. But if you scrub ahead, just know that... I ATE THE BONES. HASHTAG, I ATE THE BONES. Happy holidays, everyone! We're back on TikTok, follow us HERE. Wanna be on the show? Call us and leave a voicemail at (707) 948-6707. Visit our Linktree for more ways you can connect with us and connect with our show! Like & Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzDsxUs9JzL70A1Sh5GbRdw Also be sure to visit the official Matt and Mark Movie Show Merch Zone on Teepublic. You can get your very own A.S.S.B.O.T. themed gear, like shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more! Use this link to shop the goods and help support our pod. Support our show through Blubrry: https://blubrry.com/services/professional-podcast-hosting/?code=GetRecd Buy Us A Coffee: http://buymeacoffee.com/Mattandmark

The Movies That Made Me
AMERICAN PRESTIGE host, historian and author Daniel Bessner

The Movies That Made Me

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 66:17


Author/Historian Daniel Bessner discusses his favorite dystopian films with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Halloweenies: A Freddy Krueger Podcast

We're 25 days away from Christmas. What do you want Santa to bring you? How about a mogwai? Are you responsible enough for that? Well, the Halloweenies think they are, which is why they're spending the holidays in Kingston Falls. Join Justin, Caffrey, and Rachel as they dust off Joe Dante's 1984 Christmas classic Gremlins over some cold brewskies at Dorry's Tavern. Note: This episode was recorded in December 2024 and is being unlocked for the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES
Miracle Mile (Steve De Jarnatt 1988) w/ Joey Gantner (Out of the Podcast)

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 77:12


In today's Special Features episode Felicia is joined once again by the great Joey Gantner to discuss the world ending in the 80s, in Steve De Jarnatt's Miracle Mile (1988). We chat about why LA makes a great backdrop for so many memorable films, and why this story is even more relevant in today's climate. Send us your thoughts on the film and let us know by sending us a message on any of our social platforms or by email: seeingfacesinmovies@gmail.com Listen to our previous episodes with Joey here:To Live and Die in L.A. (D.O.P. Robby Müller 1985) Repo Man (Alex Cox 1984) Follow Joey here: Spotify: Out of the Podcast Tape Record Label: sludge-people.com IG: @sludgepeople IG: @outofthepodcast Outro Song: Teetering Scales by Tangerine Dream Sources: https://collider.com/miracle-mile-1988/ https://filmstories.co.uk/features/miracle-mile-director-steve-de-jarnatts-1988-film-is-still-one-of-the-best-nuclear-armageddon-thrillers/ https://lovehorror.co.uk/horror-reviews/55993/miracle-mile-1988-review/ https://www.denofgeek.com/movies/miracle-mile-1988-review/ https://journeysindarknessandlight.wordpress.com/2017/08/14/miracle-mile-1988-steve-de-jarnatt/ https://www.newspapers.com/article/tampa-bay-times-miracle-mile/100553558/ https://vhsrevival.com/2023/09/09/the-bomb-that-will-bring-us-together-miracle-miles-quirky-reflections-on-nuclear-holocaust/ https://itcamefromblog.com/2020/02/11/the-everlasting-impact-of-miracle-mile/ https://popdose.com/the-popdose-interview-steve-de-jarnatt/ https://www.stevedejarnatt.net/media https://www.money-into-light.com/2015/11/an-interview-with-steve-de-jarnatt-part_8.html Films Mentioned: Repo Man (Alex Cox 1984) To Live and Die in L.A. (William Friedkin 1985) Cherry 2000 (Steve De Jarnatt 1987) Twilight Zone: The Movie (John Landis, Joe Dante,George Miller, Steven Spielberg 1983) Wayne's World (Penelope Spheeris 1992) Dawn of the Dead (George A. Romero 1978) Strange Brew (Rick Moranis, Dave Thomas 1983) Over The Top (Menahem Golan 1987) Tarzana (Steve De Jarnatt 1978) Revenge of the Nerds (Jeff Kanew 1984) Top Gun (Tony Scott 1986) Peggy's Sue Got Married (Francis Ford Coppola 1986) Tarantula (Jack Arnold 1955) Revenge of the Creature (Jack Arnold 1955) The Mole People (Virgil W. Vogel 1956) Citizen Kane (Orson Welles 1941) Kiss Me Deadly (Robert Aldrich 1955) Children on Men (Alfonso Cuarón 1986) After Hours (Martin Scorsese 1985) Love Lies Bleeding (Rose Glass 2024) The Holy Mountain (Alejandro Jodorowsky 1973) Nymphomaniac (Lars von Trier 2013)

Does It Fly?
Stranger Things: The REAL Upside Down is Weirder Than You Think

Does It Fly?

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 52:53


Subscribe to Does It Fly? Pod: https://www.youtube.com/@doesitflypod?sub_confirmation=1On DOES IT FLY?, we explore the science and story logic behind your favorite pop culture topics. Today, we're looking at whether the science and story logic behind the Upside Down from Netflix's Stranger Things could work!The final season of Stranger Things has finally arrived on Netflix, and we know it was worth the wait. Stranger Things season 5 might be the most anticipated new season of a Netflix series in history. And with good reason. An instant sensation from when it first premiered in 2016, the kids from Hawkins have captivated new audiences and nostalgia enthusiasts alike with their unique blend of prestige TV storytelling and nods to classic directors like Steven Spielberg, David Cronenberg, John Carpenter, Joe Dante, and more.And central to Stranger Things lore is the Upside Down, the weird parallel dimension that lurks alongside the fictional Hawkins, Indiana. So how does this relate to hard science concepts like string theory, dark matter, or the fundamental forces of the universe? And since one of the reasons Stranger Things has endured for nearly a decade is just how well the lore works, we'll take a deep dive into the concepts and behind-the-scenes facts that make it all hang together.   Check out the latest episode of Does it Fly? to learn more!https://youtu.be/dXNJsDMCICoFOLLOW US!Stay in the loop! Follow DOES IT FLY? on:♦ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@doesitflypod?sub_confirmation=1♦ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doesitflypodAnd don't forget to follow Roddenberry Entertainment for more sci-fi insights:♦ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roddenberryofficial/♦ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roddenberry♦ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/roddenberrypod.bsky.socialFor Advertising Inquiries: doesitfly@roddenberry.comProduced by: Kelsey GoldbergTechnical Director: Andrew HalleyRODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT | 2025

Weekly Spooky
This Week in Horror History | Misery, Scrooge & Violent Night

Weekly Spooky

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 21:59 Transcription Available


This Week in Horror History is your winter horror watchlist, breaking down Christmas horror movies, winter thrillers, and classic ghost stories for the week of November 26–December 2. In this episode of the Weekly Spooky horror podcast, host Henrique Couto revisits Misery (1990), Scrooge / A Christmas Carol (1951), Violent Night (2022), deep-cut sequel The Descent Part 2 (2009), and cult anthology Deadtime Stories (1986) to help you build the perfect cold-weather horror marathon.We start in the snow with Misery (1990), Rob Reiner's adaptation of Stephen King's cabin-fever nightmare. A bestselling author crashes in a blizzard and wakes up trapped with his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes, whose devotion turns surgical. It's tense, wintry, and weirdly cozy in that “stuck inside with the storm howling outside” way—perfect for the dark days after Thanksgiving.How to watch (U.S.): You can see it for free on Tubi, or rent it wherever you like to do that sort of thing.Then we slide straight into holiday hauntings with Scrooge / A Christmas Carol (1951), one of the most iconic Christmas ghost stories ever filmed. Alastair Sim's Ebenezer Scrooge is dragged through past, present, and a terrifying future by rattling chains, graveyards, and skeletal specters. It's gothic, eerie, and still strangely comforting—a reminder that Christmas horror began with moral dread and vengeful spirits long before killer Santas.How to watch (U.S.): You can watch it free on Tubi, on Plex, or wherever you rent your movies.From there we jump to modern holiday carnage with Violent Night (2022), where Santa picks up a sledgehammer and goes to war with mercenaries during a Christmas Eve hostage situation. It's loud, cathartic, funny, and surprisingly sweet at its core—ideal Black Friday recovery viewing when you want bloody Christmas action, tinsel, and a very bad night for the naughty list.How to watch (U.S.): It's streaming on Peacock, or you can snag it anywhere you rent digital movies.The Deep Cut Spotlight crawls underground with The Descent Part 2 (2009), the much-maligned cave sequel that deserves another look. Sarah is dragged out of the caves amnesiac and traumatized, only to be pressured into leading a rescue team back into the darkness. What follows is a brutal, grim follow-up packed with creatures that feel a little too plausible—perfect “cozy nightmare fuel” as you settle into your turkey coma and wonder what's lurking just beyond your flashlight beam.How to watch (U.S.): It's free to watch on Plex, or rentable wherever you normally pick up digital horror movies.To cap the episode, Henrique recommends Deadtime Stories (1986), a trashy, off-the-wall horror anthology movie that leans into fairy-tale weirdness and late-night TV vibes. It feels tailor-made for cold-weather sleepovers: campy, bizarre, and just dangerous enough to feel like you shouldn't be watching it right before bed.How to watch (U.S.): You can watch it free on TubiTV, Pluto TV, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex, or with a subscription on Amazon Prime Video and Sling TV.Along the way, we roll through the Birthday Roll, raising a drumstick to horror favorites like Peter Facinelli, Joe Dante, and Nestor Carbonell, and talk about how Christmas horror has evolved—from the moral reckoning of Scrooge to Santa as bruised action hero and the creeping dread of being trapped, whether you're snowed in or sealed underground. If you're hunting for winter horror movies and Christmas horror classics to plug into your December calendar, this week's horror history has you covered.This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth — ultra-soft, temperature-regulating bamboo sheets, comforters, and loungewear that keep you warm without overheating while you binge scary movies. Get comfy, my spookies! 41% off at CozyEarth.com with code SPOOKY — supports the show!

SCANNERS
Matguffin: No mataras... al vecino.

SCANNERS

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2025 35:43


"No matarás... al vecino" es, sin duda, una de esas rarezas que definen lo que en Matguffin entendemos por película de culto: divertida, con un pie plantado en el cine de género y otro en la pura sátira suburbana, y, sobre todo, una de esas joyas de las que no se habla lo suficiente. Joe Dante se despide de los años ochenta repartiendo collejas a la América modélica de las vallas blancas, los céspedes radiactivos y las vecinas con exceso de tiempo libre. Una comedia negra disfrazada de thriller paranoico, que convierte el vecindario perfecto en un vietnam suburbano. En este primer Matguffin sonoro, rastreamos el proyecto desde su origen como piloto televisivo hasta su estreno en el número uno de la taquilla en febrero de 1989.

Cold War Cinema
S2 Ep. 8: Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956, Don Siegel)

Cold War Cinema

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 95:05


"They're here already! You're next! You're next! You're next!" The Cold War Cinema team returns to discuss the 1956 sci-fi classic Invasion of the Body Snatchers. Something is off in the sleepy little town of Santa Mira, California. As residents begin worrying that their family and friends no longer seem to be who they say they are, Dr. Miles Bennell and his former flame Becky Driscoll slowly uncover an alien plot to replace every person on earth with otherworldly duplicates. Directed by Don Siegel (Riot on Cell Block 11, Dirty Harry, Escape from Alcatraz) and written by Daneil Mainwaring (Out of the Past), and with uncredited work by blacklisted screenwriter Richard Collins (Song of Russia), Invasion explores myriad maladies in midcentury American culture.    Join hosts Jason Christian, Tony Ballas, and Paul T. Klein as we discuss:  The many complicated—and often contradictory—political allegories often read into the film from both the left and the right, including anti-communist and anti-conformist messages. The political and discursive handwringing done by Invasion's creative team to distance themselves and the film from its most potent politics. Invasion's other formal and narrative critiques of psychoanalysis, middle-class nuclear family values, professional expertise, and the Hollywood studio system. Why movies are not riddles to be solved. _____________________ We love to give book or film recommendations on the podcast, so here are ours for this episode:  Paul recommends Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982, Tommy Lee Wallace). Tony recommends, The Burbs (1989, Joe Dante). Jason recommends No Down Payment (1957, Martin Ritt). _____________________ Like and subscribe to Cold War Cinema, and don't forget to leave us a review! Want to continue the conversation? Drop us a line at any time at coldwarcinemapod@gmail.com. To stay up to date on Cold War Cinema, follow along at coldwarcinema.com, or find us online on Bluesky @coldwarcinema.com or on X at @Cold_War_Cinema.  For more from your hosts: Follow Jason on Bluesky at @JasonChristian.bsky.social, on X at @JasonAChristian, or on Letterboxed at @exilemagic.  Follow Anthony on Bluesky at @tonyjballas.bsky.social, on X at @tonyjballas. Follow Paul on Bluesky at @ptklein.com, or on Letterboxed at @ptklein. Paul also writes about movies at www.howotreadmovies.com  _____________________ Logo by Jason Christian  Theme music by DYAD (Charles Ballas and Jeremy Averitt).  Happy listening!

The Horror Show: A Horror Movie Podcast
Hollyweird #035 - JoeVember: Joe Dante

The Horror Show: A Horror Movie Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 92:15


In this episode, Sean and Lexi explore the life and career of filmmaker Joe Dante, known for his unique blend of horror and comedy. They delve into his early influences, his collaborations with major directors like Steven Spielberg and John Landis, and his iconic films including 'Gremlins,' 'The Burbs,' and 'Matinee.' They also discuss Dante's humorous anecdotes and filmmaking challenges, alongside listener polls on his most and least popular works. The episode wraps up with a new engaging segment encouraging listeners to submit their own movie reviews. 00:00 A Bloody Start 00:59 The Funniest Story on Patreon 01:58 Welcome to Jo Vember 02:49 Joe Dante: The First Week Joe 04:39 Joe Lynch: The Second Week Joe 05:17 Joe Begos: The Third Week Joe 07:15 Dealing with Reviews and Criticism 10:50 Joe Dante's Early Career 31:08 The Making of The Howling 36:06 Joe Dante's Filmography 48:54 Movie Perfection and Mental Breakdowns 49:42 Joe Dante's Views on Streaming and VOD 50:32 Joe Dante's Favorite Movies 51:22 Notable Directing Considerations 51:58 Spielberg and Joe Dante's Relationship 53:27 Joe Dante's Unmade Projects 55:58 Joe Dante's Personality and Hollywood Struggles 01:05:44 Listener Polls and Joe Dante's Legacy 01:10:40 Matinee and The Burbs Discussion 01:20:53 Final Thoughts and Future Plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Movies That Made Me
RUNNING MAN director Edgar Wright Returns!

The Movies That Made Me

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 82:41


Filmmaker / TFH Guru / Cinema Aficionado Edgar Wright returns to discuss a few of his favorite cinematic dystopian futures with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karate in the Garage
438. THE HOWLING (1981)

Karate in the Garage

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 33:47


LYCANTHROCTOBER 2025 goes out not with a whimper, but with a call of the wild: Joe Dante's werewold classic from 1981 THE HOWLING starring Dee Wallace, Patrick Macnee, Denis Dugan, and Christopher Stone. From IMDB: After a bizarre and near deadly encounter with a serial killer, a television newswoman is sent to a remote mountain resort whose residents may not be what they seem. ENJOY! Love and Rockets, Corey and Joseph ------------------ If you'd like to show your support for members of WGA, SAG, IATSE, as well as other workers in the entertainment industry, please take a look at the link below and maybe make a donation: Entertainment Community Fund https://entertainmentcommunity.org/support-our-work ------------------ As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resources for North America: United States    https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ The Suicide Hotline phone number has been changed. Now, just text or call 988. Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566 Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you. Be mindful of your surroundings. Karate in the Garage Linkages 

The Pink Smoke podcast
Ep 159 Gremlins Rip-Offs

The Pink Smoke podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 159:35


For this year's Halloween theme, the Pink Smoke sets its sights on the mid-80's to early 90's trend of "mischievous little monsters" horror movies modeled after a certain masterpiece by a certain Joe Dante. Is there anything of quality to be found in such creature feature cash grabs? Do any cinematic critters, ghoulies, munchies or hobgoblins break the mold of the Gremlins template and discover their own identity? Is there any joy to be had in the low budget exploits of tiny varmints terrorizing people in small towns, big cities, carnivals, universities and outer space? We demand answers. Show us your goobers! We want to see those party-loving goobers! The Pink Smoke on X: x.com/thepinksmoke Christopher Funderburg on X: x.com/CFunderburg John Cribbs on X: x.com/thelastmachine

Post Mortem with Mick Garris
Masters of Horror LIVE from Fantastic Fest 2025

Post Mortem with Mick Garris

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 54:52


Trick or Treat! A surprise POST MORTEM podcast is waiting for your ears! Mick's MASTERS OF HORROR series AND the great Fantastic Fest both celebrated their 20th anniversaries together in Austin, TX, in front of a live audience, with a panel featuring Joe Dante, Don Coscarelli, and Ernest Dickerson, moderated by Mick… and now you can be there! Look forward to expect surprise drops like this in the future! Now… stay scary! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Frankenstein's Podcast
122. Werewolves from 'The Howling' w/Howard Berger & Marshall Julius

Frankenstein's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 89:47


This episode, Kalid and Joe are joined by legendary VFX artist, Howard Berger (of KNB Effects), and entertainment journalist, Marshall Julius to talk about their new book, Making Monsters! Then, we get specific and dig into Joe Dante's 1981 werewolf flick, The Howling.​​*Thank you to Jim Hall for the music! Check out more of his music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and if you like what you hear, please consider donating to support his work⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!*Thank you to Jim Tandberg for the Frankenstein's Podcast artwork!*Shoutout to our Patreon Producer(s), Luke Johnson, Andy Groth, Jake Kohl & Joe Mischo!⁠⁠⁠Support us on Patreon!⁠Featured Guest:Marshall Julius is a writer, broadcaster, quizmaster and professional Geek who wrote the Vintage Geek ultimate quiz book for geeks!Howard Berger is a special make-up effects creator & co-founder of KNB EFX. He has worked on over 400 film and television projects. He won an Academy Award for best makeup for his work on the Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and an Emmy for his work on The Walking Dead.Marshall and Howard's new collaborative book, MAKING MONSTERS: INSIDE STORIES FROM THE CREATORS OF HOLLYWOOD'S MOST ICONIC CREATURES, is available now!References:Day of the Jackal (New series on Peacock)Dredge (Video game for Nintendo Switch)Peacemaker season 2 (HBO)The FlyCriterion Channel

The Movies That Made Me
Criterion Collection producer Karen Stetler

The Movies That Made Me

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 89:13


Karen Stetler shares some of her best experiences producing discs for The Criterion Collection with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good Times Great Movies
Episode 310: 310: The Howling (1981)

Good Times Great Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 103:05


On the latest episode of the podcast, Doug explains exactly how he would fall for a cult, Jamie invents a new 'rating scale' for movies, and we both thank that the Dee Wallace werewolf is kinda cute. Grab yourself a big bowl of Wolf Chili, support your local occult book shop, and join us as we stumble through the foggy forest wondering just what this doctor's trying to accomplish while discussing, The Howling!The Howling is a 1981 film directed by Joe Dante and starring Dee Wallace, Christopher Stone, Dennis Dugan, John Carradine, Belinda Balaski, Elizabeth Brooks, Robert Picardo, Kevin McCarthy & Dick Miller.Visit our YouTube ChannelMerch on TeePublic Follow us on TwitterFollow on InstagramFind us on FacebookDoug's Schitt's Creek podcast, Schitt's & Giggles can be found here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/schitts-and-giggles-a-schitts-creek-podcast/id1490637008

Run for Your Lives Podcast
RFYL 231: Piranha

Run for Your Lives Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 69:04


In this episode, Pake and Daphne discuss Piranha, directed by Joe Dante and released on August 3, 1978.Send us your thoughts via text message.Website: http://www.runforyourlivespodcast.comEmail: runforyourlivespodcast@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/runforyourlivespodcastTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/rfylpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/runforyourlivespodcastYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@runforyourlivespodcastRFYL Spotify Music Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/71Bsx083ldVuGwSgJKKEwr?si=0yB3Zq4iTeaMU_cBk6yAlw

The Gen X Files
The Gen X Files 245 - The 'Burbs

The Gen X Files

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 105:37


Is The 'Burbs a Halloween movie? We think so! Join us as explore the movie, The 'Burbs, with Tom Hanks. A microscopic look at the mundanity of the suburbs and how easy it is to imagine your neighbors are up to no good, even if they actually are. Directed by Joe Dante, with Bruce Dern, Carrie Fisher, Rick Ducommun, and Corey Feldman.

The Movies That Made Me
Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere writer/director SCOTT COOPER

The Movies That Made Me

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 67:41


Writer/director Scott Cooper discusses a few of his favorite films with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Movies That Made Me
EDDINGTON writer/director Ari Aster

The Movies That Made Me

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 56:29


Writer, director, producer Ari Aster discusses a few of his favorite films with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Spiel
Amazing Stories with Mick Garris

The Spiel

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 69:23


Steven Spielberg tried his hand at a Twilight Zone-ish series in 1985 that didn't exactly set the ratings world on fire, but would prove to be formative for a whole generation of imaginative kids. Amazing Stories brought in a combination of seasoned pros like Scorsese and Clint Eastwood and exciting, young talent, including today's guest, writer and filmmaker Mick Garris. Mick became famous for his Stephen King adaptations like The Stand and The Shining mini-series, but it was Steven Spielberg who gave him his first shot, first writing a few episodes on the first season of Amazing Stories, and then acting as head writer overseeing all the scripts coming in before eventually giving him a chance at directing an episode in Season 2. Mick makes his first appearance on The Spiel talking about his time on Amazing Stories, collaborating with Spielberg, and writing for people like Martin Scorsese and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Movies That Made Me
BONE LAKE director Mercedes Bryce Morgan

The Movies That Made Me

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 62:03


Director Mercedes Bryce Morgan discusses 10 movies that are horny and unsettling with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Matt and Mark Movie Show
We celebrate Matt's Birthday with THE ‘BURBS (1989) | The Matt and Mark Horror Show 2025!

The Matt and Mark Movie Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 136:02


The Horror Show returns this week for a special BIRTHDAY SPOOK-TACULAR! That's right, Matt celebrates turning 42 with a trip to THE 'BURBS! Join us as we go back in time to the days of Fun Tom Hanks, obsess over our favorite sight gags, and of course, praise the genius of Joe Dante. If you want to cut right to The 'Burbs review, you can scrub ahead to 41:56… …but just know you'll miss birthday shenanigans, some big updates on our HHN trip to Hollywood, and most importantly, our victory lap for winning the Prank Call War on The Love of Cinema! Thank you to everyone who called in and helped brigade their show on our behalf. We love you guys. Wanna be on the show? Call us and leave a voicemail at (707) 948-6707. Visit our Linktree for more ways you can connect with us and connect with our show! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themattandmarkmovieshow/ Like & Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzDsxUs9JzL70A1Sh5GbRdw Also be sure to visit the official Matt and Mark Movie Show Merch Zone on Teepublic. You can get your very own A.S.S.B.O.T. themed gear, like shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more! Use this link to shop the goods and help support our pod. Support our show through Blubrry: https://blubrry.com/services/professional-podcast-hosting/?code=GetRecd Buy Us A Coffee: http://buymeacoffee.com/Mattandmark

The Movies That Made Me
Comedian Anthony Jeselnik

The Movies That Made Me

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 81:09


Comedian Anthony Jeselnik discusses a few of his favorite movies with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Movies That Made Me
SPLITSVILLE co-writers Michael Angelo Covino & Kyle Marvin

The Movies That Made Me

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 75:49


Michael Angelo Covino and Kyle Marvin discuss some of the films they watched while writing SPLITSVILLE with hosts Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices