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THE REVENGE OF DOCTOR X (1970) - Episode 272 - Decades of Horror 1970s
2d ago01:31:06Tap to summarizeIs this even a real movie? Ed Wood? The Grue-Crew set out to find out, reviewing the schlock fest known by many names: THE REVENGE OF DR X (1970), BODY OF THE PREY, THE DEVIL'S GARDEN, and VENUS FLY TRAP. Which ever title it is under, the result is the same: the most bizarre and god awful film of all time; yet, somehow, it is entertaining in its terrible glory. James Craig is a mad NASA scientist who seems to take up botany and creates a hybrid creature as if he were Dr. Frankenstein. WTF? Check out what the Crew think on this one. You have been warned. Enjoy! THE REVENGE OF DOCTOR X (1970) Episode 272 - Decades of Horror 1970s Quote: "How in the hell can anybody be so utterly stupid as to build a rocket base on the coast of Florida?" - Dr. Bragan Synopsis: "A NASA scientist turns a Venus Flytrap into a monstrous humanoid while on vacation in Japan." Directed by: Norman Earl Thomson Written by: Norman Earl Thomson; Edward D. Wood Jr. (uncredited) Cast: James Craig as Dr. Bragan Atsuko Rome as Noriko Hanamura James Yagi as Dr. Paul Nakamura Tota Kondo as Customs Officer Lawrence O'Neill as American at Airport Join the Crew on the Gruesome Magazine YouTube channel! Subscribe today! And click the alert to get notified of new content! Next up for Decades of Horror 1970s , picked by Gregory, is THE SHOUT (1978) featuring Susannah York, Alan Bates, John Hurt, and Tim Curry. See you there! We want to hear from you – the coolest, grooviest fans: leave them a message or leave a comment on the Gruesome Magazine YouTube channel, the website, or email the Decades of Horror: The Classic Era podcast hosts at feedback@gruesomemagazine.com To each of you from each of us, "Thank you so much for watching and listening!"
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DEVIL GIRL FROM MARS (1954) - Episode 233 - Decades of Horror The Classic Era
1w ago01:38:13Tap to summarizeBill picks one of his favorite British Sci-Fi/Horror classics, DEVIL GIRL FROM MARS (1954). Yup, Plan Nyah from Outer Space is on our streaming devices... and we love it. Sure, it is low budget. Sure, it is campy. This little gem is pure B-movie gold. An obnoxious, yet oddly beautiful, nutzo alien woman from Mars lands in the Scottish Highlands looking for men. Odd choice, but let's go with it. It's not long before she realized this was a mistake and she's ready to disintegrate them all.... all 7 or 8 of them. Poor, misguided alien. Hijinks ensue and the Grue-Crew are here to share their thoughts. Don't miss this one. Enjoy! DEVIL GIRL FROM MARS (1954) Episode 233 - Decades of Horror The Classic Era Quote: "It amuses me to watch your puny efforts!" -Nyah Synopsis: "An uptight, leather-clad female alien, armed with a ray gun and accompanied by a menacing robot, comes to Earth to collect Earth's men as breeding stock." Director: David MacDonald Writers: James Eastwood (screenplay); John C. Mather and James Eastwood (play by) Cast: Patricia Laffan as Nyah Hugh McDermott as Michael Hazel Court as Ellen Peter Reynolds as Albert Adrienne Corri as Doris Joseph Tomelty as Professor John Laurie as Mr. Jamieson Sophie Stewart as Mrs. Jamieson Anthony Richmond as Tommy Every 2 weeks, we'll focus on a specific film released between 1920 and 1969. Next up, chosen by Doc, is THE MASK (1953), get your 3D glasses ready. WHAT WE COVER: First impressions Cast of Characters breakdown Taglines with Chad Marketing, Cast & Crew And Listener Feedback! ABOUT DECADES OF HORROR: THE CLASSIC ERA We cover horror films from the dawn of cinema through 1969 — the monsters, the mad scientists, the creature features, and the hidden gems your parents (or, perhaps, you) watched on late-night TV. New episodes every two weeks. SUBSCRIBE for new episodes every two weeks: / gruesomemagazine LISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Search "Decades of Horror" or "Gruesome Magazine" on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and most podcast apps. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: / gruesomemagazine FEEDBACK & CONTACT: feedback@gruesomemagazine.com
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PSYCHO II (1983) - Episode 315 - Decades of Horror 1980s
2w ago01:49:19Tap to summarizeThe Grue-Crew revisit PSYCHO II (1983) - a horror movie sequel that shouldn't exist but does... and it's fantastic. Anthony Perkins returns to the franchise along with Vera Miles. They are joined by Meg Tilly, Robert Loggia, and Dennis Franz. Richard (Patrick, Road Games) Franklin directs from a Tom (Fright Night, Child's Play) Holland screenplay. The tables are turned and Norman Bates is now the prey... or is he? Mystery, plot twists, and mayhem ensue. Check out what the Crew think of this one as they discuss their first reactions, the cast of characters, and the stories behind the filming, the cast, and the crew. Let's check into the Bates Motel one more time. Enjoy! PSYCHO II (1983) Episode 315 - Decades of Horror 1980s Quote: "Oh Norman... You're mad, don't you know that? You're as mad as a hatter." - Mary Synopsis: "After twenty-two years of psychiatric care, Norman Bates attempts to return to a life of solitude, but the specters of his crimes - and his mother - continue to haunt him." Director: Richard Franklin Cast: Anthony Perkins, Vera Miles, Meg Tilly, Robert Loggia, Dennis Franz, Hugh Gillin, Claudia Bryer Next up, we tackle one chosen by Bill - Primal Rage (1988), directed by Vittorio Rambaldi (son of Carlo), co-written by Umberto Lenzi. Make sure you join us for that one.
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NIGHT OF THE SEAGULLS (1975) - Episode 271 - Decades of Horror 1970s
2w ago01:45:57Tap to summarizeFor this episode of Decades of Horror 1970s, the Grue-Crew cover the fourth film of the Blind Dead saga, NIGHT OF THE SEAGULLS (1975). To make this episode even more special, we've invited Patreon fan, Crew friend, and Templar Knights champion Jerry Chandler. The Crew, discuss if the film is the best made of the four or if it is the best Blind Dead film of the series. Regardless, the film wears a Lovecraftian coat and pulls back on the gore and nudity. Still good? The Crew will let you know, listen now! Enjoy. NIGHT OF THE SEAGULLS (1975) Episode 271 - Decades of Horror 1970s Tagline: "THEIR GOD HAS GIVEN HIS COMMAND: 7 NIGHTS, 7 VICTIMS, 7 HUMAN HEARTS!" Synopsis: In this final installment of the Blind Dead series, a doctor and his wife move to a small, inhospitable coastal village where he plans to start a practice, only to discover that undead, demon-worshiping Templar Knights haunt the place. Director: Amando de Ossorio Writer: Antón García Abril (credited as Anton Garcia Abril) Cast: Víctor Petit, María Kosty, Sandra Mozarosky, José Antonio Calvo, Julia Saly, Javier de Rivera, Pilar Vela. Join the Crew on the Gruesome Magazine YouTube channel! Subscribe today! And click the alert to get notified of new content! Next up for Decades of Horror 1970s , picked by Bill, is THE REVENGE OF DOCTOR X (1970) aka Revenge of the Venus Fly Trap, The Devil Garden, The Double Garden, Venus Flytrap. See you there! We want to hear from you – the coolest, grooviest fans: leave them a message or leave a comment on the Gruesome Magazine YouTube channel, the website, or email the Decades of Horror: The Classic Era podcast hosts at feedback@gruesomemagazine.com To each of you from each of us, "Thank you so much for watching and listening!"
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A BLOODTHIRSTY KILLER (1965, SALINMA) – Episode 232 – Decades of Horror: The Classic Era
3w ago01:32:44Tap to summarizeDaphne mysteriously drives the crew back to 1965 to catch an early South Korean horror film, A BLOODTHIRSTY KILLER. With hints of Poe's classics, Bava's cinematography, and Murnau's expressionistic scenery, writer/director Yong-min Lee blends together a rich thriller with strong early Asian horror themes and rich Korean lore. Follow the crew and guest-host Scott Wells in the depths of fear with killer cats, supernatural spirits, and gore galore. You won't want to miss this. Enjoy! A BLOODTHIRSTY KILLER (1965, SALINMA) Episode 231 – Decades of Horror: The Classic Era Quote: "Grandma licks people! She was licking sister with her long tongue, like a cat. I don't like that." – Grandson Synopsis: A jealous mother kills her daughter-in-law with the maid's help. But the murdered woman's spirit takes the form of a cat to seek revenge. Director: Yong-min Lee Writer: Yong-min Lee Cast: Lee Ye-chun as Lee Si-mok (credited as Ye-chun Lee); Father, son, husband Kum-Bong Do as Aeja (credited as Geum-bong Do); Si-mok's murdered, 1st wife Ae-ran Jeong as Heo Yeo-in; Si-mok's mother Lee Bin-hwa as Hye-sook (credited as Bin-hwa Lee); Si-mok's ex-maid, current wife Won Namkung as Dr. Park Seok-yang Chu as Chuncheol; artist Mun Kang as Mysterious Woman Seok-geun Jo as Sa Na-i Jeong-ok Na as Psychic Lee Up-Dong as Juji Jae-gyeong Han as Gyeongok Jin-yeong Kim as Ung Chan-uk Park as Suwi Every 2 weeks, we'll focus on a specific film released between 1920 and 1969. Next up, chosen by Bill, is DEVIL GIRL FROM MARS (1954), starring Hazel Court & Adrienne Corri. As if that's not enough, the titular character is accompanied by a menacing robot and is here to collect Earth's men as breeding stock. This one holds a special place in Bill's heart and we all want to find out why. Don't you? WHAT WE COVER: First impressions Cast of Characters breakdown Taglines with Chad Marketing, Cast & Crew And Listener Feedback! ABOUT DECADES OF HORROR: THE CLASSIC ERA We cover horror films from the dawn of cinema through 1969 — the monsters, the mad scientists, the creature features, and the hidden gems your parents (or, perhaps, you) watched on late-night TV. New episodes every two weeks. SUBSCRIBE for new episodes every two weeks: / gruesomemagazine LISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Search "Decades of Horror" or "Gruesome Magazine" on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and most podcast apps. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: / gruesomemagazine FEEDBACK & CONTACT: feedback@gruesomemagazine.com
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AMITYVILLE 3-D (1983) - Episode 314 - Decades of Horror 1980s
4w ago01:33:40Tap to summarizeThe 3D craze was brief in the 1980s and the output quality was questionable, but the run was fun for all the wrong reasons. Among Friday the 13th part III, Jaws 3D, and Parasite, was AMITYVILLE 3D and the Grue-Crew are ready to investigate all the shenanigans. The film is from accomplished director Richard Fleisher and the cast includes Tony Roberts, Tess Harper, Candy Clark, and Robert Joy. And, in an early role, Meg Ryan appears alongside Lori Loughlin. The film has an unjust bad reputation, but it's much better then you'd expect. Some of the effects are laughable, while others are downright creepy... and always in your face! Let's see what the Crew dig up. AMITYVILLE 3-D (1983) Episode 314 - Decades of Horror 1980s Quote: "Reality is the only word in the language that should always be used in quotes." - Elliot West Synopsis: "Inquisitive Reveal Magazine journalist John Baxter moves into the Amityville house in defiance of the supernatural events connected to it and finds everyone around him besieged by evil manifestations connected to a demonic presence." Director: Richard Fleisher Cast: Tony Roberts, Tess Harper, Candy Clark, Robert Joy, Lori Loughlin, and Meg Ryan. Next up, we tackle one chosen by Jeff: Psycho II (1982) (Prime, Fawesome). Make sure you join us for that one.
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MADHOUSE (1974) - Episode 270 - Decades of Horror 1970s
Jul 102:06:58Tap to summarizeFor this episode, Doc picks MADHOUSE (1974), an Amicus / AIP horror film with a notorious reputation. Who knew? On set conflicts, heavy editing from the production team, Dr. Phibes director drops out with a celebrated editor taking the reins, and a script that was being rewritten every day are just some of the things that troubled this shoot. But what does the film have going for it? At it's core, it is a splendid idea, the locations and designs are often well done, and the cast is remarkable: Vincent Price, Peter Cushing, Robert Quarry, and Adrienne Corri. And then there's the "horror icon" created for the film, Dr. Death! In fact, there are two designs with the Vincent Price skull-faced make-up approaching greatness. Remember the Famous Monster of Film Land issue 109 cover? Yet, something went horribly wrong. Find out what the Grue-Crew have to say about this Price and Cushing completist filmography entry. Enjoy! MADHOUSE (1974) Episode 270 - Decades of Horror 1970s Quote: "... there is always room for more in the coffin of time!" - Paul Toombes Synopsis: A horror movie star returns to his famous role after years in a mental institution. But the character seems to be committing murders independent of his will. Director: Jim Clark Writer: Ken Levison, Greg Morrison, Angus Hall Cast: Vincent Price, Peter Cushing, Robert Quarry, Adrienne Corri, Natasha Pyne, Michael Parkinson, Linda Hayden Join the Crew on the Gruesome Magazine YouTube channel! Subscribe today! And click the alert to get notified of new content! Next up for Decades of Horror 1970s , picked by Jeff, is NIGHT OF THE SEAGULLS (1975) featuring The Blind Dead. See you there! We want to hear from you – the coolest, grooviest fans: leave them a message or leave a comment on the Gruesome Magazine YouTube channel, the website, or email the Decades of Horror: The Classic Era podcast hosts at feedback@gruesomemagazine.com To each of you from each of us, "Thank you so much for watching and listening!"
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MYSTERY OF THE WAX MUSEUM (1933) - Episode 231 - Decades of Horror: The Classic Era
Jun 2702:20:51Tap to summarizeThe Grue-Crew tackle the American pre-Code mystery-horror film directed by Michael Curtiz and starring Lionel Atwill, Fay Wray, Glenda Farrell, and Frank McHugh. That film is MYSTERY OF THE WAX MUSEUM (1933). Jeff invites a special guest-host and DoH Grue-Believer, Chris (ManCaveMan), to help better understand the special color process utilized to make this early color film. We also deep dive into the cast of characters, the taglines, marketing, and cast and crew. This episode (and this movie) should not be missed! Enjoy! MYSTERY OF THE WAX MUSEUM (1933) Episode 231 - Decades of Horror: The Classic Era Quote: "All right, then you can go to some nice, warm place, and I don't mean California." - Florence Synopsis: The disappearance of people and corpses leads a reporter to a wax museum and a sinister sculptor. Director: Michael Curtiz Writers: Don Mullaly & Carl Erickson (screenplay); Charles Belden (from the story by) (credited as Charles S. Belden) Cast: Glenda Farrell as Florence Dempsey, a reporter Fay Wray as Charlotte Duncan, Ralph's fiancée, and as the Marie Antoinette statue Lionel Atwill as Ivan Igor, a sculptor Frank McHugh as Jim, Florence's editor Allen Vincent as Ralph Burton, Charlotte's fiancé and Igor's assistant sculptor Gavin Gordon as George Winton, Joan Gale's ex-boyfriend Edwin Maxwell as Joe Worth, the co-owner of Igor's London museum Arthur Edmund Carewe as Sparrow/Professor Darcy, Igor Every 2 weeks we'll be focusing on a specific film released between 1920 and 1969. Next up, chosen by Daphne is A Bloodthirsty Killer (1965), a Korean horror film about... a cat? 🎬 WHAT WE COVER: First impressions Cast of Characters breakdown Taglines with Chad Marketing, Cast & Crew And Listener Feedback! 🩸 ABOUT DECADES OF HORROR: THE CLASSIC ERA We cover horror films from the dawn of cinema through 1969 — the monsters, the mad scientists, the creature features, and the hidden gems your parents (or, perhaps, you) watched on late-night TV. New episodes every two weeks. 📺 SUBSCRIBE for new episodes every two weeks: / gruesomemagazine 🎙️ LISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Search "Decades of Horror" or "Gruesome Magazine" on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and most podcast apps. 💀 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: / gruesomemagazine 📧 FEEDBACK & CONTACT: feedback@gruesomemagazine.com
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THE SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE (1982) - Episode 313 - Decades of Horror 1980s
Jun 2201:40:31Tap to summarizeCrystal picks the cult classic slasher film THE SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE (1982) for the Grue-Crew to review this week. This movie has some bizarre background and strong reactions. Does the film live up to its reputation? Does the film actually come across as either a parody or a feminist horror movie? The debate is on with this review as the crew also explores the taglines, the cast of characters, the promotion and posters along with the cast and crew. And what's up with the oversized drill with a never-draining battery? Huh, huh, huh? It's a great discussion and should not be missed. Enjoy! THE SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE (1982) Episode 313 - Decades of Horror 1980s Quote: "Hey, it's not how big it is, remember? It's what's inside it." - Trish Synopsis: A female high school student's slumber party turns into a bloodbath, as a newly escaped psychotic serial killer wielding a power drill prowls her neighborhood. Director: Amy Holden Jones Writer: Rita Mae Brown Cast: Michele Michaels, Robin Stille, Michael Villella, Debra De Liso, Andree Honore, Gina Mari Hummer, Jennifer Meyers, Joe Johnson, David Millbern, Pamela Roylance, and Brinke Stevens. Every two weeks, Gruesome Magazine's Decades of Horror 1980s podcast will cover another horror film from the that decade. Next up, we tackle one chosen by Doc - AMITYVILLE 3-D (1983). Make sure you join us for that one. We want to hear from you – the coolest, grooviest fans – so leave us a message or comment on the Gruesome Magazine Youtube channel, on the Gruesome Magazine website, or email the Decades of Horror 1980s podcast hosts at feedback@gruesomemagazine.com.
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SATAN'S SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (1973) - Episode 269 - Decades of Horror 1970s
Jun 1701:28:12Tap to summarizeBill and Jeff welcome guest-host Gregory Crosby to review the TV thriller SATAN'S SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (1973) directed by David Lowell Rich and produced by Aaron Spelling. The wonderful Pamela Franklin is in the lead, suffering the death of her sister, as she investigates the school her sister attended, convinced her death was a... murder. Jo Van Fleet is the headmistress, Roy Thinnes and Lloyd Bochner are some of the teachers. Kate Jackson, Cheryl Ladd, and Jamie Smith-Jackson are schoolmates. As Bill says in the review, "What the devil is going on?" Oh, that Bill... SATAN'S SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (1973) Episode 269 - Decades of Horror 1970s Quote: "Condemn nothing. Embrace everything. And hang loose." - Clampett Synopsis: A young woman investigating her sister's suicide at a private girls' school finds herself battling a Satanic cult. Director: David Lowell Rich Writer: Arthur A. Ross (written by) (as A.A. Ross) Cast: Pamela Franklin as Elizabeth, Kate Jackson as Roberta, Lloyd Bochner as Delacroix, Jamie Smith-Jackson as Debbie, Roy Thinnes as Clampett, Jo Van Fleet as Headmistress, Cheryl Ladd as Jody Join the Crew on the Gruesome Magazine YouTube channel! Subscribe today! And click the alert to get notified of new content! Next up for Decades of Horror 1970s , picked by Doc, is MADHOUSE (1974) featuring Vincent Price, Peter Cushing, and Robert Quarry. See you there! We want to hear from you – the coolest, grooviest fans: leave them a message or leave a comment on the Gruesome Magazine YouTube channel, the website, or email the Decades of Horror: The Classic Era podcast hosts at feedback@gruesomemagazine.com To each of you from each of us, "Thank you so much for watching and listening!"
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