The Hitcher wasn't particularly well-received when it
was released in 1986, but it has developed a dedicated following in
the intervening years. And a big part of that is unquestionably due
to Rutger Hauer's standout performance as the title character. It's
as menacing, beguiling, and unusual as the film itself....
Be our guest as we dive into the enchanting world of
Beauty and the Beast. In this episode, we explore the
origins of the original fairy tale, Disney's prior attempts to
bring it to the big screen, why the character of Gaston was
instrumental in finally making this all work, how the film helped
set the stage for...
The legacy of TheCrow is inextricably
intertwined with tragedy. A devastating loss inspired the creation
of the original comic book and then another would cast a shadow
over its feature film adaptation.
But this blistering tale of love, revenge, and catharsis struck a
chord with a legion of fans... and for one of...
After the disappointing reception to their previous film, the
Coen brothers decided to retreat into something much smaller in
scope. And although they expected Fargo to have
somewhat limited appeal, it would go on to become one of their
biggest hits.
This is no dream. This is really happening! Join us as we move
into the Bramford building and get to know the new neighbors. In
this episode, we're investigating the history and impact of
Rosemary's Baby.
Topics include: the state of the horror genre when this movie
was released, why there was initially some...
Kristen, Mike, and Chris investigate pop culture's most memorable villains, antiheroes, and misunderstood monsters to find out how they make being bad look so good. New episodes every other Wednesday.