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Not Now in Theaters

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5 days ago

A standout work of 1980s body horror, The Blob 1988 updated the campy 1958 classic with a twist of the hard stuff. Not winning too many fans at release, almost like its titular character, The Blob's fanbase has grown with time, with many now considering it one of the strongest practical effects movies just before the dawn of CGI. Directed by Chuck Russell and written by Russell and his pal, some writer/director named Frank Darabont (The Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile), the film gives mo...

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A standout work of 1980s body horror, The Blob 1988 updated the campy 1958 classic with a twist of the hard stuff. Not winning too many fans at release, almost like its titular character, The Blob's fanbase has grown with time, with many now considering it one of the strongest practical effects movies just before the dawn of CGI. Directed by Chuck Russell and written by Russell and his pal, some writer/director named Frank Darabont (The Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile), the film gives mo...

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The Blob (1988) Review

A standout work of 1980s body horror, The Blob 1988 updated the campy 1958 classic with a twist of the hard stuff. Not winning too many fans at release, almost like its titular character, The Blob's fanbase has grown with time, with many now considering it one of the strongest practical effects movies just before the dawn of CGI. Directed by Chuck Russell and written by Russell and his pal, some writer/director named Frank Darabont (The Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile), the film gives mo...

5 days ago

24 minutes

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Hard Times (1975) Review

Filmmaker Walter Hill's (The Warriors) directorial debut, Hard Times is an old-school action movie about bareknuckle boxing in the depression era. But with its light-hearted tone and breezy script, there's nothing to be sad about here. When the mysterious drifter Chaney (Charles Bronson) rolls into town, grifter Speed (James Coburn) realizes he has the perfect fighter to take down Chick Gandil (Michael McGuire), the overlord of the New Orleans fight scene. Join me for this discussion of what ...

2 weeks ago

19 minutes

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Scanners (1981) Review

David Cronenberg's Scanners is infamous for a scene where a psychic's head explodes. But it's not all mindless destruction here. This science-fiction horror, that I would argue is a thriller, holds plenty of conspiracy and a mystery to solve. A film that helped put Canadian moviemakers on the map, the practical effects and eerie vibes keep the film fresh and help it find new audiences -- like me. Join me for this discussion of what makes Michael Ironside and the cast so awesome, how the story...

2 weeks ago

18 minutes

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Dragged Across Concrete (2018) Review

S. Craig Zahler's (Bone Tomahawk) Dragged Across Concrete is aptly named. This 159-minute neo-noir crime thriller is a slow burner that explodes into violence at a pin drop. Join me for this episode discussing the film's gift for dialogue, its complicated characters, and unflinching attitude toward controversy. Written and directed by S. Craig Zahler. Starring Mel Gibson, Vince Vaughn, Tory Kittles, Michael Jai White, Jennifer Carpenter, Laurie Holden, Fred Melamed, Thomas Kretschmann, and Do...

4 weeks ago

22 minutes

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An Intermission

Hi Listeners, This episode is a quick update to let you know the show is taking a break for the holidays but coming back in December, as well as what content will be coming down the line. Thank you for listening, Will Connect with us on Bluesky: @not-ni-theaters.bsky.social And to read more of Will's writing or check out more podcast episodes, you can visit him at: willturntale.com

1 month ago

1 minute

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Vampires (1998) Review

John Carpenter's Vampires ditches all the goth and drama of the genre for a pulpy, no-nonsense, slay-some-bloodsuckers affair. And while the horror western essentially broke even at the domestic box office, it made money overseas and was a reportedly $40 million hit on video. But critics were mixed, and the film has some uncomfortable baggage. Join me for this discussion of the film's strengths and weaknesses, why it divides the Carpenter fanbase, and its lasting legacy. Directed by Joh...

1 month ago

28 minutes

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Bullet in the Head (1990) Review

John Woo's Bullet in the Head didn't do well in Hong Kong theaters and flies under the radar compared to his action films of the same period A Better Tomorrow, The Killer, or Hard Boiled. Yet many consider it his underseen masterpiece. By far his "most personal film," John Woo wrote, directed, produced, edited, and (mostly) financed it himself. But the film's unflinching depiction of Hong Kong riots and war-ravaged Vietnam, navigated by three childhood friends, makes for an emotional watch. J...

2 months ago

31 minutes

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Prince of Darkness (1987) Review

Prince of Darkness sounds like the biopic of Ozzy Osbourne that wasn't. It's actually a John Carpenter film, the second of his so-called "apocalypse trilogy," where a liquid version of satan tries to escape from its containment cylinder. And spoiler alert -- like an old-school Starburst commercial, the juice is loose. Or gets loose, you might say. Can a priest and a team of researchers find a way to stop the evil? Join me for this episode discussing many Carpenter fans' pick for his most unde...

2 months ago

22 minutes

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In the Mouth of Madness (1994) Review

John Carpenter's In the Mouth of Madness didn't win acclaim or box office dollars, but it has gone on to become a horror fan favorite. The film pays tribute to the works of writer H.P. Lovecraft, and while it has some scary visuals, the trick here is about psychological horror. When the most famous horror author, Sutter Cane (Jurgen Prochnow), goes missing, it's up to John Trent (Sam Neill), an insurance investigator, to uncover the truth behind his disappearance. Trent smells a ruse. But wha...

2 months ago

18 minutes

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Christine (1983) Review

From the novel by Stephen King, Christine is the story of a nerdy teen who decides to fix up a broken-down 1958 Plymouth Fury. But instead of Arnie's flashy new ride, Christine becomes the engine of his revenge on the bullies who have taunted him. With her powers of self-repair, she begins to slay those not kind to her newfound driver, Arnie. The next film in my John Carpenter series, this episode explores this Carpenter fan favorite. But did I agree with the many fans of the film or have to ...

2 months ago

21 minutes

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Flesh and Blood (1985) Review

Paul Verhoeven's (RoboCop) first English-language film, Flesh and Blood is an erotic historical adventure that bombed on release but has found some fan appreciation with time. Audiences winced at its unflinching depiction of the Middle Ages, a world ravaged by plague, bands of mercenaries, betrayals, and religious zealots. But the moral ambiguity and lack of heroes that got the movie forgotten in its time is exactly why it's worth your hours and minutes today. Join me for this discussion of w...

3 months ago

27 minutes

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Assault On Precinct 13 (1976) Review

John Carpenter's Assault on Precinct 13 was made for $100,000, written in eight days, scored by Carpenter in three, and shot in twenty. Yet its status as a classic endures, and its influence still ripples through filmmakers we celebrate today. A siege movie that combines the elements of Rio Bravo and Night of the Living Dead, the film is gripping as a shaky alliance between police and convicts comes together to survive the night against the ghoulish gangsters forcing their way in. Join me...

3 months ago

25 minutes

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Escape From New York (1981) Review

Now we're talking -- John Carpenter's Escape From New York is the next movie in our John Carpenter series, and it's one of my favorites from his filmography. Teaming up with collaborators like actor Kurt Russell, producer Debra Hill, cinematographer Dean Cundey, and many more, Carpenter presents a bleak vision of a future that seems all too relevant in our current political climate. When the president is taken captive on the now-prison formerly known as New York, it's up to former WWIII so...

3 months ago

24 minutes

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The Fog (1980) Review

The first of a fall series on the films of John Carpenter, The Fog is a seaside, small-town ghost story with all the spooky touches from the horror master. Atmospheric and with a swirling score (composed by Carpenter himself), the film is yet another cult classic in the John Carpenter canon. When Antonio Bay hits the 100th anniversary of a shipwreck, strange events occur across town, residents begin to die or disappear, and the secrets behind the nautical disaster come to light. Can the peopl...

3 months ago

17 minutes

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King of New York (1990) vs. New Jack City (1991)

Abel Ferrara's King of New York and Mario Van Peebles's New Jack City are New York gangster films released just six months apart. While King of New York didn't find success at release, it gained appreciation on the home rental market and has undergone re-appraisal as one of Ferrara's best. New Jack City was a box-office hit, launching Wesley Snipes to leading-man status and cementing the acting career of rapper Ice-T. But in a head-to-head battle, which one of these early '90s gangster f...

3 months ago

31 minutes

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Subway (1985) Review

Luc Besson's Subway is unlike the Luc Besson movies I know. Growing up on his films like The Fifth Element or Leon: The Professional, I thought this was going to be another quirky action film. I got something completely different, but I loved it. The movie tells the story of Fred, an aimless miscreant, who flees the people he has stolen from to land in the mysterious labyrinth of the Paris Metro, where he falls into a life among other people who scratch out a living underground, all while ...

4 months ago

20 minutes

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Silverado (1985) Review

Lawrence and Mark Kasdan's Silverado is a revival of the old western genre tropes when the cowboy stuff was ah-fading. With its 133-minute runtime and a stellar cast, including Kevin Kline, Scott Glenn, Rosanna Arquette, John Cleese, Kevin Costner, Brian Dennehy, Danny Glover, Jeff Goldblum, Linda Hunt, and more, the movie is just exploding with western. And, hey, if you can roll with its apple pie nature, it's a lot of fun. Join me for this episode talking about the slightly campy...

4 months ago

21 minutes

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The Shooting (1966) Review

The Shooting, a so-called "anti-western" or "acid western," is compelling literally and figuratively. A Criterion classic and a film with, at the time of writing, a 100% critical score on the website Rotten Tomatoes, the movie never had a widespread American theatrical release but survived thanks to its acclaim. Starring Warren Oates, Millie Perkins, Will Hutchins, and Jack Nicholson, and directed by Monte Hellman, a woman hires two men to take her through the desert. For what purpose? She ...

4 months ago

20 minutes

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Fortress (1992) Review

Stuart Gordon's Fortress is a science-fiction and action film that feels like a B-movie, even with its theatrical release. Well-remembered by many who saw it, it's a somewhat popular pick among video-store era enthusiasts. With practical effects and the interesting talents of the one and only Christopher Lambert (Highlander), this episode takes a look at whether the film stacks up as a worthy watch. Join me for a discussion of its dystopian themes, how Lambert's off-beat persona is a plus, an...

4 months ago

21 minutes

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Rolling Thunder (1977) Review

Rolling Thunder is a cult classic revenge film with notable fans, including Quentin Tarantino. Written by Paul Schrader (Taxi Driver) and rewritten by Heywood Gould (Cocktail), it's about a prisoner of war's return home only to find a new conflict in suburbia. When his family is killed, the already-damaged veteran Major Charles Rane gears up for a quest of revenge to kill the men who ruined what was left of his life. Directed by John Flynn and starring William Devane and Tommy Lee Jones,...

5 months ago

20 minutes