“Well, they will have to get un-unanimous and un-choose her. Now, I’ve been going on Safari most of my life, and I’ve never taken a woman. And I’m not going to change now, Barney.” Spoken like a true dinosaur of the human variety. Join your faithful Grue Crew – Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, Gregory Crosby, and Jeff Mohr – as they discuss The Last Dinosaur (1977), a movie whose title refers to two different kinds of last dinosaurs: one is the man-in-suit Tyrannosaurus Rex variety and one is the obsolete human variety.
Decades of Horror 1970s
Episode 241 – The Last Dinosaur (1977)
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Synopsis: A wealthy big game hunter and his group become trapped in prehistoric times, where they are stalked by a ferocious dinosaur.
This one is Bill’s pick, so naturally, … dinosaurs! But this time, they’re Japanese man-in-suit dinosaurs instead of stop-motion animated dinosaurs. The Last Dinosaur (1977), a co-production of Tsuburaya Productions and Rankin/Bass Productions, is shot in Japan and stars Richard Boone, Joan Van Ark, Steven Keats, Luther Rackley, Tetsu Nakamura, Masumi Sekiya, and Toru Kawai (as the Tyrannosaurus Rex). Fans of Tokusatsu and Kaiju films will recognize Tetsu Nakamura from his frequent appearances in Toho films and his turn as the mad scientist in Manster (1959). Of course, Jeff is most excited about Richard Boone. The Grue-Crew (mostly) agree that The Last Dinosaur is not a good movie, but it is a fun movie. Chad even owns it! Now there’s a recommendation!
At the time of this writing, The Last Dinosaur (1977) is available to stream from Plex, and PPV from Amazon.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1970s is part of the Decades of Horror two-week rotation with The Classic Era and the 1980s. In two weeks, the next ‘70s episode, chosen by Jeff, will be A Cold Night’s Death (1973), an oft-requested TV movie starring Robert Culp and Eli Wallach. Deposited in an arctic research station just in time for a storm, the two scientists encounter a mystery they must solve before they both go loony tunes! You gotta love 70s TV horror!
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“Behold now the behemoth which I made with thee. He moveth his tail like a cedar. Out of his mouth glow burning lamps. And sparks of fire leap out from the behemoth. He maketh the oceans to boil like a pot. His breath kindleth coals and a flame goeth out of his mouth.” Yup. That pretty much covers it. Join this episode’s Grue-Crew – Daphne Monary-Ernsdorff, Chad Hunt, Bill Mulligan, and Jeff Mohr – as they take in some stop motion animation, Willis O’Brien and Pete Peterson style, in The Giant Behemoth (1959). Yay!
Decades of Horror: The Classic Era
Episode 203 – The Giant Behemoth (1959)
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Synopsis: Marine atomic tests cause changes in the ocean’s ecosystem, resulting in dangerous blobs of radiation and the resurrection of a dormant dinosaur that threatens London with electric shocks and radioactive beams.
Stop motion animation and dinosaurs! Is it any wonder Bill chose this classic creature feature from the 1950s? The Giant Behemoth (1959) features atomic tests as the tried and true method for releasing the monstrous lizard. Director Eugène Lourié (The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms, 1953; Gorgo, 1961) knows how to handle giant creatures on film, and American Gene Evans and Brit André Morell, both familiar faces, are the human stars. The animation, performed by Willis O’Brien, Pete Peterson, and their crew, is smoothly done, although, shall we say, repetitious. The behemoth model suffers a bit from wear and tear and, possibly, the film’s budget, but the Grue-Crew doesn’t care. The Giant Behemoth includes a few disturbing scenes, but the order of the day is fun!
At the time of this writing, The Giant Behemoth (1959) is available to stream from Plex and various PPV sources. It is also available on physical media as a standard Blu-ray formatted disc from Warner Archives.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror: The Classic Era records a new episode every two weeks. Next in their very flexible schedule – this one chosen by Chad – is Werewolf in a Girls’ Dormitory (1961), an Italian film, initially titled Lycanthropus, directed by Paolo Heusch. Could this possibly be a film about troubled schoolgirls being slaughtered by a wolf-like creature? Could there also be a mysterious, strangely behaving, new teacher? Is this film a dog or a hidden gem? Time will tell, fellow babies. Time will tell.
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To each of you from each of them, “Thank you so much for watching and listening!”
“What is this bullshit? Them man-eating dust mops got us roped up tighter than a blue-ribbon bull, and all you folks can do is stand here and play kick-the-can with some punk kid!” Barry Corbin as Harv-the-former-sheriff delivers this line and the goods! Join your faithful Grue Crew – Crystal Cleveland, Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, Jeff Mohr, and guest Ralph Miller III – as they watch a new batch of Critters hatch just in time for Easter in Critters 2: The Main Course (1988).
Decades of Horror 1980s
Episode 284 – Critters 2: The Main Course (1988)
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Eggs of the small but voracious alien creatures called Krites are left behind on Earth and, after hatching, set their appetites on the small farm town of Grover’s Bend.
After discussing Critters (1986) in their last episode, it seemed only natural for the Grue-Crew to take on Critters 2 (1988) next. This is another fantastic film from New Line Cinema with heart, humor, and excellent effects work. Scott Grimes, Terrence Mann, and Don Keith Opper reprise their roles from Critters and Barry Corbin ably replaces M. Emmet Walsh as Harv. This time, the Grue Crew brings reinforcements in the form of Ralph Miller III, an effects artist who worked on the film for Chiodo Brothers Productions. Ralph gets into the nitty gritty details while describing some of his effects work and experiences while working on the film. The Grue-Crew loved it, and they hope you will too!
At the time of this writing, Critters 2 (1988) is available to stream from Tubi, Plex, and several pay-per-view sources. It is also available on physical media in The Critters Collection [Blu-ray], a 4-disc boxed set that includes Critters 1-4 from Scream Factory.
Every two weeks, Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1980s podcast will cover another horror film from the 1980s. The next episode’s film, chosen by Chad, will be Intruder (1989). Just when you thought it was safe to go to the supermarket again! You’ll see some excellent special effects work and a lot of familiar faces, including Bruce Campbell, Ted & Sam Raimi, Alvy Moore, Tom Lester, and Emil “Hold hands you lovebirds” Sitka. It’s slasher time at Decades of Horror 1980s.
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“Lucifer! Lucifer! Barabas! Barabas! By Santanica, Santanica! Come! Come! Etcetera?” Keep it down in there! Sounds like you’re trying to raise the dead. Join your faithful Grue Crew – Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, Gregory Crosby, and Jeff Mohr – as they discuss Corpse Eaters (1974), a microbudget Canadian horror flick with a micro-release.
Decades of Horror 1970s
Episode 240 – Corpse Eaters (1974)
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Synopsis: Some young folks decide on a whim to spend the night in a graveyard where they perform a séance and raise the dead, who begin eating freshly killed humans. Or is the mortician just drunk?
Corpse Eaters (1974) is the brainchild of Lawrence Zazelenchuk, a drive-in theater owner and erstwhile nickel miner in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada, who decided to make a horror film he could show in his drive-in. This micro-budget dreck is a sight to behold, but please take that figuratively, not literally. Unfocused visuals, an undecipherable story, a laughable gimmick, poor effects, filler galore, and a cast of one-time actors in terms of IMDb credits make Corpse Eaters easily the worst of the 240 films the ’70s Grue Crew has covered. Unlike Godmonster of Indian Flats (1973) or Fury of the Wolfman (1972), there is nothing about this one that has any redeeming value… well, except for our talkabout. This might be the exception when you would be better off taking in our discussion before deciding to invest your time watching Corpse Eaters. We’re just sayin’.
At the time of this writing, Corpse Eaters (1974) is available to stream from Tubi.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1970s is part of the Decades of Horror two-week rotation with The Classic Era and the 1980s. In two weeks, the next ‘70s episode, chosen by Bill, will be The Last Dinosaur (1974), starring Richard Boone, Joan Van Ark, Steven Keats, and Luther Rackley. This time, rather than stop motion animation, the dinosaur of the title is of the man-in-suit variety in this joint production from Rankin/Bass Productions and Tsuburaya Productions.
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“Ah, my friend. Our theory of glandular stimulation through electrical impulses was correct. A few days ago, you were as small as your companion, and now look at you!” Glandular stimulation? Is that a thing you can get? Join this episode’s Grue-Crew – Daphne Monary-Ernsdorff, Chad Hunt, Bill Mulligan, and Jeff Mohr – as they all go sans-after-shave while investigating The Devil Bat (1940), starring Bela Lugosi!
Decades of Horror: The Classic Era
Episode 202 – The Devil Bat (1940)
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Synopsis: A mad scientist develops an aftershave lotion that causes his gigantic bats to kill anyone who wears it.
This episode, the Grue Crew go to the movies to see The Devil Bat (1940), their fifth journey to Poverty Row. This time, Bela Lugosi is the attraction as a mad scientist with an impressive range of knowledge and expertise, simultaneously developing a method for creating extra-large bats and an experimental after-shave lotion that acts as an attractant for his giant bats. And remember, he’s mad, so shenanigans ensue. The Devil Bat was mentioned twice in episode 200, Grue Crew Favorites, once as one of Bill’s favorites, and once as a 1940s movie Jeff wanted to cover. So, here it is. The Grue Crew has a blast with this fun, forties flick!
At the time of this writing, The Devil Bat (1940) is available to stream almost everywhere: Classic Sci-Fi Movie Channel, Classic Horror Movie Channel, Wicked Horror TV, Hoopla, Kanopy, JustWatch, Pluto TV, Screambox, MGM+, and Flix Fling. It is also available on physical media as a standard Blu-ray-formatted disc from the Kino Classic imprint of Kino Lorber.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror: The Classic Era records a new episode every two weeks. Next in their very flexible schedule – this one chosen by Bill – is The Giant Behemoth (1959): radioactive waste, an awakened prehistoric monster that can project electric shocks and radioactive beams and is headed for London, and a title with a redundant adjective! What else is there? Stop-motion animation under the oversight of Willis O’Brien! Yay!
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To each of you from each of them, “Thank you so much for watching and listening!”
“Keep your shirt on, asshole.” Did he mean on “your” asshole or is he calling you an asshole? It does make a difference, you know. Join your faithful Grue Crew – Crystal Cleveland, Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, and Jeff Mohr – as they follow the battle for survival between the tiny, very hungry, escaped, galactic prisoners and a band of mostly courageous, small-town residents and farmers in Critters (1986).
Decades of Horror 1980s
Episode 283 – Critters (1986)
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Synopsis: A group of small but vicious alien creatures called Crites escape from an alien prison transport vessel and land near a small farm town on earth, pursued by two shape-shifting bounty hunters.
In this episode, Decades of Horror 1980s tackles another franchise-starting film with Critters (1986). The filmmakers swear the story was written before they knew anything about Gremlins (1984), but it’s still regarded by most as a Gremlins rip-off. Even so, the 80s Grue-Crew consider it worthy of a watch in its own right. Firstly, the special critters effects are provided by Chiodo Brothers Productions (Killer Klowns from Outer Space, 1988). Critters is also populated by a strong cast featuring Dee Wallace, M. Emmet Walsh, Scott Grimes, Billy Green Bush, Billy Zane, Ethan Phillips, and Lin Shaye to name just a few. Director Kevin Herek has put together a fun horror comedy that spawned four sequels.
At the time of this writing, Critters (1986) is available to stream from Hoopla, Tubi, and several pay-per-view sources. It is also available on physical media in The Critters Collection [Blu-ray], a 4-disc boxed set that includes Critters 1-4 from Scream Factory.
Every two weeks, Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1980s podcast will cover another horror film from the 1980s. The next episode’s film, chosen by Crystal, will be Critters 2: The Main Course (1988). It seemed like the logical picture to cover. Once again, the effects work of Chiodo Brothers Productions (Killer Clowns from Outer Space, 1988) are showcased, but this time, the director is Mick Garris. Scott Grimes, Terrance Mann, and Don Keith Opper return and are joined in the cast by Cynthia Garris, Sam Anderson, Linn Shaye, Barry Corbin, and Eddie Deezen. This should be fun!
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“You play a good game, boy, but the game is finished. Now you die.” Sounds very familiar, doesn’t it, B-O-O-Y-Y-Y? Join your faithful Grue Crew – Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, Gregory Crosby, and Jeff Mohr – as they cover this legendary franchise-starter, Don Coscarelli’s Phantasm (1979). Balls of steel, anyone?
Decades of Horror 1970s
Episode 239 – Phantasm (1979)
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Synopsis: Newly orphaned teenager Mike Pearson, his older brother Jody, and their friends face off against a mysterious grave robber known as the Tall Man, who employs a lethal arsenal of unearthly weapons in their southern California town.
Phantasm (1979) was the subject of Decades of Horror 1970s Episode 29, first published over nine years ago, and hosted by Doc Rotten, The Black Saint, and Thomas Mariani. It is Gregory Crosby’s turn to choose the subject film, and he chose Phantasm. Since it was covered so long ago, and because this episode’s Grue-Crew is comprised of all different personnel, we decided to go for it. Phantasm is definitely worthy of a double-tap, and the crew has fun discussing it. There are so many iconic images and memorable lines, not to mention the dreamlike plot. Oh, wait. We did mention it. And of course, Angus Scrimm! In fact, there’s enough to provide the basis for four sequels.
At the time of this writing, Phantasm (1979) is available to stream from Tubi, Kanopy, Pluto TV, Plex, Peacock, and Prime. The movie is available on physical media as Phantasm: Remastered [Blu-ray] Steelbook Limited Edition, Phantasm: Remaster [Blu-ray/DVD Combo], and Phantasm 5-Movie Collection, all from Well Go USA.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1970s is part of the Decades of Horror two-week rotation with The Classic Era and the 1980s. In two weeks, the next ‘70s episode, chosen by Chad, will be Corpse Eaters (1974), a micro-budget, Canadian horror flick. Oh, boy! We can’t wait? Or can we?
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“The son of a b**** was strong as hell! Like a demon with an iron club! I was sure I’d wind up as rust on that club.” Join this episode’s Grue-Crew – Daphne Monary-Ernsdorff, Chad Hunt, Jeff Mohr, and guest Dirk Rogers – as they take in this Japanese classic from writer and director Kaneto Shindô, who brought us Onibaba (1964). The film is Kuroneko (1968, Black Cat), also known by its original title, Yabu no naka no kuroneko.
Decades of Horror: The Classic Era
Episode 201 – Kuroneko (1968)
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Synopsis: Two women are raped and killed by samurai soldiers. Soon, they reappear as vengeful ghosts who seduce and brutally murder the passing samurai.
Kuroneko (1968, Black Cat) is a stunning and beautifully shot film by writer/director Kaneto Shindô, who also brought us Onibaba (1964), Children of Hiroshima (1952), and The Naked Island (1960). Originally titled Yabu no naka no kuroneko (translation: A Black Cat in a Bamboo Grove), Kuroneko tells a heart-wrenching story of love and loss, set within a tale of rape. murder, samurai, demons, vengeful ghosts, and assassinations. The film is set in feudal Japan, but don’t expect the samurai to be depicted as admirable characters. That’s not the way Shindô sees them. The Classic Era Grue Crew had a lot of fun with this one!
At the time of this writing, Kuroneko (1968) is available to stream on The Criterion Channel and various pay-per-view options. It is also available on physical media as a standard Blu-ray-formatted disc from Criterion.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror: The Classic Era records a new episode every two weeks. Next in their very flexible schedule – this one chosen by Jeff – is The Devil Bat (1940), a PRC production directed by Jean Yarbrough. The film features Bela Lugosi as a mad (aren’t they all?) scientist who develops a way to grow ginormous bats and creates an aftershave lotion that incites the bats to attack its wearers. Diabolical! So much fun!
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“One hundred years before this story begins, it was a time of darkness in Transylvania, a time when Dr. Abraham Van Helsing and a small band of freedom fighters conspired to rid the world of vampires and monsters and to save mankind from the forces of eternal evil. … They blew it.” Will the Monster Squad blow it, too? Join your faithful Grue Crew – Crystal Cleveland, Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, and Jeff Mohr – as they follow the battle between the young monster fighters and the pseudo-Universal Monsters in The Monster Squad (1987).
Decades of Horror 1980s
Episode 282 – The Monster Squad (1987)
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Synopsis: A group of 12-year-olds form a Universal Monsters fan club called The Monster Squad and have to save their hometown from Count Dracula and his monsters when they show up for real.
The Monster Squad (1987), underappreciated at its release, has, nonetheless, risen to become a fan favorite over the years. With effects provided by the Stan Winston Studio and dialogue from the pens of Shane Black and Fred Dekker, the film follows the proven template used in Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948), i.e., the copies of Universal monsters are deadly serious while the youthful monster fighters provide humor. In light of current events, it is an excellent time to revisit this horror comedy with a heart and a happy ending. And while you’re at it, take in Wolfman’s Got Nards (2018), the documentary about the film and its growth in popularity. It might bring a tear or two to your eyes.
At the time of this writing, The Monster Squad (1987) is available to stream from Hoopla, PlutoTV, Prime, and several PPV sources. It is also available on physical media as a 3-disc set that includes a 4K UHD disc, a Blu-ray disc, and Wolfman’s Got Nards (2018) Blu-ray disc, from KL Studio Classics.
Every two weeks, Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1980s podcast will cover another horror film from the 1980s. The next episode’s film, chosen by Bill, will be Critters (1986), another franchise-starting film showcasing the effects work of Chiodo Brothers Productions (Killer Clowns from Outer Space, 1988) and an experienced cast featuring Dee Wallace and M. Emmet Walsh. The Grue Crew is excited about discussing this one.
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“Are you trying to say that Abby has… flipped out?” Uh, pretty much. Join your faithful Grue Crew – Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, Gregory Crosby, and Jeff Mohr – as they cover the oft-mentioned, discussed at last, William Girdler’s Abby (1974), featuring William Marshall, Carol Speed, Terry Carter, Juanita Moore, and Austin Stoker.
Decades of Horror 1970s
Episode 238 – Abby (1974)
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Synopsis: A marriage counselor becomes possessed by a demon of sexuality when her father-in-law, an archaeologist and an exorcist, accidentally frees it while in Africa.
After years of wanting to discuss Abby (1974) but holding off because of the poor visual quality, the ‘70s Grue-Crew, with Gregory Crosby along for the ride, finally pulled the trigger. The picture was very grainy, but they forged ahead nonetheless. Abby has always been a bit of a Holy Grail for the ‘70s crew with the Black Saint’s love of director William Girdler in conflict with the poor quality of the available version. Make no mistake. It’s not a good movie. Is it worth a watch? Yes! William Marshall’s on-screen gravitas combined with Carol Speed’s performance as the possessed title character make it so. Girdler’s improvement from Asylum for Satan (1972) and Three on a Meathook (1972) on the way to Grizzly (1976), Day of the Animals (1977), and The Manitou (1978) is evident. So check it out and check us out!
At the time of this writing, Abby (1974) is available to stream from Plex.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1970s is part of the Decades of Horror two-week rotation with The Classic Era and the 1980s. In two weeks, the next 70s episode, chosen by Gregory Crosby, will be Don Coscarelli’s Phantasm (1979), complete with Angus Scrimm and freaky flying metal balls. It was first covered in 70s episode 29, published over nine years ago, and hosted by a completely different crew. We can’t wait!
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“There are certain unseen things that are more real than those which you can see and touch. I know that.” This episode’s opening is a recording from episode 6 in which It!, a golem movie starring Roddy McDowall, is discussed. It’s the Grue Crew’s introduction to Chad’s talents. Sounds just like Roddy, right? Join this episode’s Grue-Crew – Daphne Monary-Ernsdorff, Chad Hunt, Jeff Mohr, and guests Bill Mulligan and Joseph Perry – as they discuss their favorite films from each decade of the Classic Era. They’re calling this episode Grue Crew Favorites (1920-1969). Catchy, yes?
Decades of Horror: The Classic Era
Episode 200 – Grue Crew Favorites (1920-1969)
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Decades of Horror: The Classic Era debuted with Episode 0 on January 27, 2017. Over eight years later, the show is at episode 200. Who would have thought it possible? To celebrate the occasion, Daphne thought it would be fun to revisit their first episode in which each of the hosts discussed their favorite horror films from each decade of the Classic Era. The Crew all agreed it was a great idea, so that’s what they did. For good measure, Classic Era OG Joseph Perry and Decades of Horror 1970s & 1980s co-host Bill Mulligan joined them. They all had a blast going through their favorite horror fare from the ‘20s, ‘30s, ‘40s, ‘50s, and ‘60s. Don’t worry. There are also plenty of taglines to keep Chad happy. The only thing missing is your input, Grue-Believers. Let the Grue-Crew know your favorites for each decade, and we’ll discuss them in future episodes.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror: The Classic Era records a new episode every two weeks. Next in their very flexible schedule – this one chosen by Daphne – is Kuroneko (1968). Also known as Black Cat and Yabu no naka no kuroneko (A Black Cat in a Bamboo Grove), this story of two ghosts out for vengeance on the samurais that raped and killed them, is written & directed by Kaneto Shindô, who performed the same duties on Onibaba (1964) (Episode 86). It’s about time they got back to Shindô-san!
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To each of you from each of them, “Thank you so much for watching and listening!”
“I’m running this monkey farm now, Frankenstein!” Who wouldn’t want to run the monkey farm? Join your faithful Grue Crew – Crystal Cleveland, Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, and Jeff Mohr – as they discuss George A. Romero’s Day of the Dead (1985), a film worthy of sitting alongside Night of the Living Dead (1968) and Dawn of the Dead (1978).
Decades of Horror 1980s
Episode 281 – Day of the Dead (1985)
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Synopsis: As the world is overrun by zombies, a group of scientists and military personnel sheltering in an underground bunker in Florida must decide how they should deal with the undead horde.
The 80s Grue-Crew unleash another double-tap by covering George A. Romero’s Day of the Dead (1985), a film first discussed almost eight years ago in Episode 114 (audio-only) hosted by Thomas Mariani, Santos Ellin Jr., Christopher G. Moore, and guest Derek Tatum. This time around, the GC are understandably in awe of the effects created by the legendary Tom Savini and his team. Sherman Howard (Bub), Lori Cardille (Sarah), Joseph Pilato (Rhodes), Richard Liberty (Dr. Logan / Frankenstein), and the rest of the characters, cast, and crew also get their share of love. And what of Day of the Dead’s place in Romero’s Pantheon of the Dead? Well, your faithful 80s Grue-Crew dive into that subject as well. Once again, there’s sooo much to discuss.
At the time of this writing, Day of the Dead (1985) is available to stream from Shudder, Peacock, Tubi, Kanopy, and several other sources. It is also available on physical media as a standard Blu-ray-formatted disc from SHOUT! FACTORY
Every two weeks, Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1980s podcast will cover another horror film from the 1980s. The next episode’s film, chosen by Jeff, will be The Monster Squad (1987), directed by Fred Dekker and written by Dekker and Shane Black. Is it a cult film? By the way, exactly what is a cult film? Hmmm.
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“They celebrated a ceremony last night. All that blood indicates the procession by the devil Balujaru.” “All that blood,” you say? What about all the drums? No one could get a wink of sleep! Join your faithful Grue Crew – Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, Jeff Mohr, and guest Jerry Chandler – as they again discuss some European horror, this time from Spain, with Amando de Ossorio’s The Night of the Sorcerers (1974).
Decades of Horror 1970s
Episode 237 – The Night of the Sorcerers (1974)
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An African expedition encounters vampires at the site of an ancient sacrificial altar.
Jerry Chandler joins us once again as the 70s Grue Crew covers an Amando de Ossorio film… once again. This time, they’re discussing The Night of the Sorcerers (1974), a film that maybe should have been called The Night of the Leopard-Bikini-w/Capes-Wearing Vampire Women Who Move in Slow Motion. Maybe. Seriously, this film has de Ossorio’s mark all over it. Even the story’s odd but unique turns and disjointed reasoning smacks of de Ossorio. Add in beautiful women, matching cinematography, and a cast well-seasoned in European horror, and you have a fun, if not good, movie.
At the time of this writing, The Night of the Sorcerers (1974) is available to stream from Tubi. It is available on physical media in a de Ossorio Scream Factory Double Feature [Blu-ray] along with The Loreley’s Grasp (1973).
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1970s is part of the Decades of Horror two-week rotation with The Classic Era and the 1980s. In two weeks, the next episode, chosen by Jeff, will be William Girdler’s Abby (1974). Wait, what? The 70s Grue Crew has long wanted to discuss this film, pending an acceptable streaming resolution. One has surfaced… maybe… so they’re giving it a shot. Keep your fingers crossed!
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“If this heat goes on like this, it could very well drive us all insane. The human body simply isn’t equipped to withstand such pressure, and sooner or later the glands are going to fail, some more quickly than others.” Join this episode’s Grue-Crew – Daphne Monary-Ernsdorff, Chad Hunt, Jeff Mohr, and guest Michael Zatz – as they take in Night of the Big Heat (1967), directed by Terence Fisher, featuring Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing.
Decades of Horror: The Classic Era
Episode 199 – Night of the Big Heat (1967)
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While mainland Britain shivers in deepest winter, the northern island of Fara bakes in the nineties. Only a stand-offish visiting scientist suspects aliens are to blame.
The Grue-Crew, with guest Michael Zatz, thought they might have found a hidden gem with Night of the Big Heat (1967). Directed by Terence Fisher and starring Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing, Jane Merrow, Sarah Lawson, Patrick Allen, and William Lucas, the film gave the impression it might be something special. Then they watched it. Oh, dear. There are many questions regarding the aliens that are never answered. So many questions. All of the cast members give admirable performances, but to what end? Oh, yeah, … they sweat a lot, and in this case, one can not overestimate the meaning of “a lot.” The crew does have fun in this talkabout.
At the time of this writing, Night of the Big Heat (1967) is available to stream from Tubi, Filmzie, and Flix Fling. It is also available on physical media as a standard Blu-ray-formatted disc in HORROR DOUBLE FEATURE with Island of Terror (1966) from DigiComTV.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror: The Classic Era records a new episode every two weeks. Next in their schedule is their 200th episode! For this milestone, the Grue Crew have decided to recreate their initial episode (Episode 0) and discuss each of their favorite horror films from each of the decades: ‘20s, ‘30s, ‘40s, ‘50s, and ‘60s. They’ll also look for films they want to discuss in future episodes and maybe their favorite episodes so far. It will be fun for us and maybe even entertaining for you. There will also be a couple of surprise guest hosts. Please join us!
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“Th-th-th-that’s all, Ethel!” Poor Ethel. It’s bad enough being married to Fred, but now, Anthony has sent Ethel to cartoon land, only to be eaten by an animated dragon. Join your faithful Grue Crew – Crystal Cleveland, Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, and Jeff Mohr – as they discuss the infamous Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983).
Decades of Horror 1980s
Episode 280 – Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983)
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Synopsis: Prologue: a driver has a big surprise with his passenger; Segment 1 – “Time Out”: A bigot hates Jews, Blacks, Arabs, and Asians and is transported to situations where he feels the effects of his hatred; Segment 2 – “Kick the Can”: In a nursing home, the elder inhabitants learn that their minds can keep them young; Segment 3 – “It’s a Good Life”: a traveler hits a boy on a bicycle with her car and takes the boy home. Soon she learns that the powerful boy brought her home indeed; Segment 4 – “Nightmare at 20,000 feet”: a writer is scared to fly and soon he sees a monstrous creature destroying the airplane engines during a stormy night.
It’s another double tap for the ’80s Grue-Crew. This time, it’s Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983), first covered by a completely different crew on episode 104 in March 2017. Inspired by Rod Serling’s landmark TV series, the film includes new versions of three classic tales, one new segment, and a loose wraparound. Joe Dante, George Miller, Stephen Spielberg, & John Landis handle the directing chores with a cast including Dan Aykroyd, Albert Brooks, Vic Morrow, Scatman Crothers, Kathleen Quinlan, and many, many more. The film is also shrouded in tragedy and controversy. There will most definitely be plenty to discuss.
At the time of this writing, Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983) is available to stream from Kanopy, Plex, Roku, and multiple PPV sources.
Every two weeks, Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1980s podcast will cover another horror film from the 1980s. The next episode’s film, chosen by Chad, will be George A. Romero’s Day of the Dead (1985)! The third entry in Romero’s “Dead” series is a showcase for Joe Pilato’s performance as Captain Rhodes and the special effects magic of Tom Savini et al.
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“This time, I’m going to win. You’re all afraid, you stinking pots of sh**!” Afraid? Maybe. Stinking pots of sh**? You be the judge. Join your faithful Grue Crew – Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, Jeff Mohr, and guest Jerry Chandler – as they discuss some European horror, this time from Italy, with Alberto De Martino’s The Antichrist (1974).
Decades of Horror 1970s
Episode 236 – The Antichrist (1974)
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A paralyzed young woman becomes possessed by the Devil when a hypnosis session – intended to heal her disability – accidentally awakens memories of her past life as a witch.
Is it a ripoff of The Exorcist (1973) with a touch of Rosemary’s Baby (1968) thrown in for good measure? Yes, and more. Albert de Martino’s The Antichrist (1974) surprises everyone on the Grue Crew. Carla Gravina makes the whole thing work with her performance as the target of the film’s possession. The inimitable Alida Valli adds to the story’s credibility, as does George Coulouris, who plays the exorcist. Mel Ferrer and Arthur Kennedy round out the central cast as the possessed’s father and priest uncle, respectively. Don’t get us wrong. The Antichrist is a mishmash of a story, and yet… there is some wheat amongst the chaff. At any rate, the Crew had much to talk about, even a few tangentials.
At the time of this writing, The Antichrist (1974) is available to stream from Tubi and Flix Fling. It is available on physical media as a Kino Lorber Studio Classics Blu-ray.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1970s is part of the Decades of Horror two-week rotation with The Classic Era and the 1980s. In two weeks, the next episode, chosen by Bill, will be The Night of the Sorcerers (1974). Wait, what? Another Amando de Ossorio film? It has a secret spot in Bill’s heart and the rest of the Grue Crew have a need to know.
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“I must know everything. I must penetrate the heart of his secret! I must become Caligari!” Du musst Caligari werden! Oops! Got carried away. Join this episode’s Grue-Crew – Daphne Monary-Ernsdorff, Chad Hunt, Jeff Mohr, and guest Eli Mohr – as they take in this silent classic fueled by German expressionism, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920).
Decades of Horror: The Classic Era
Episode 198 – The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920)
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Synopsis: Hypnotist Dr. Caligari uses a somnambulist, Cesare, to commit murders.
Special guest Eli Mohr picked The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920) for the Classic Era Grue Crew to discuss this episode. They first tackled this landmark silent horror film almost eight years ago in episode 13, although only two of those crewmembers remain. It’s high time the OG crew members, now with eight years more experience, revisit the film with the added benefit of the fresh viewpoints from the “newer” half of the crew. This ultimate example of German expressionism again wows the Grew Crew, old and new alike. The acting, the visuals, and the heartbreaking story intrigue and fascinate right to the very end. There’s so much to talk about. You must become Caligari! Du musst Caligari werden!
At the time of this writing, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920) is available to stream from Kanopy, Hoopla, JustWatchTV, Shudder, Screambox, and PPV. It is also available on physical media as 4K UHD-formatted and standard Blu-ray-formatted discs from Kino Classics.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror: The Classic Era records a new episode every two weeks. Next in their very flexible schedule – this one chosen by Chad – is Night of the Big Heat (1967). Terence Fisher directs Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing, Patrick Allen, Jane Merrow, & Sarah Lawson. They’re on an island. It’s hot, really hot. Everyone sweats. A lot! Then it rains. Don’t worry. We’ll find plenty to discuss.
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To each of you from each of them, “Thank you so much for watching and listening!”
“There are mysterious parts in that book, but the only true mystery is that our very lives are governed by dead people.” Well, crap! Aren’t there enough problems being governed by live people? Join your faithful Grue Crew – Crystal Cleveland, Bill Mulligan, and Jeff Mohr – as they discuss the beauty and imagery of Inferno (1980), the eighth film directed by Dario Argento, discussed on Decades of Horror.
Decades of Horror 1980s
Episode 279 – Inferno (1980)
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Synopsis: An American student investigates the disappearance of his sister and the death of a friend, both connected from New York to Rome by an old alchemy book.
Inferno (1980), the second of Dario Argento’s The Three Mothers, is almost as beautiful as the legendary Suspiria (1977), the first of The Three Mothers. The story, built around a mystical alchemy book aptly titled The Three Mothers, may be even more indecipherable than Suspiria’s. A man is looking for his missing sister; that much is obvious. Beyond that, who knows? However, the film is filled with innovative kills, beautiful cinematography, and radiant lighting. Mario Bava and son Lamberto also add no small contribution to the film’s look. The talented Daria Nicolodi is also on hand to make it an official Argento film. There is no lack of topics to discuss.
At the time of this writing, Inferno (1980) is available to stream from Kanopy, PlutoTV, Roku, Mubi, and Prime. It’s also available on physical media as a Blu-ray formatted disc from Blue Underground.
Every two weeks, Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1980s podcast will cover another horror film from the 1980s. The next episode’s film, chosen by Crystal, will be Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983)! It’s four segments and the wraparound are directed by Joe Dante, George Miller, Stephen Spielberg, and John Landis. The film also comes enveloped in tragedy and controversy. This one should be… interesting.
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“According to the legend of the seven full moons, Loreley will turn into a hideous animal. She must eat human hearts in order to return to her eternal sleep.” Is eternal sleep a good thing? Join your faithful Grue Crew – Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, Jeff Mohr, and guest Jerry Chandler – as they journey to Spain The Loreley’s Grasp (1973), another Amando de Ossorio non-Blind Dead film.
Decades of Horror 1970s
Episode 235 – The Loreley’s Grasp (1973)
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Synopsis: The legendary Lorelei has been living in a grotto beneath the Rhine River in Germany for centuries. Every night, when the moon is full, she turns into a reptile-like creature craving human blood. When she kills one girl after another from a nearby boarding school, a hunter named Sigurd is engaged to kill the monster.
The 70s Grue Crew discusses another Spanish horror flick from Amando de Ossorio, director of The Blind Dead Quartet. This time, joined by Jerry Chandler, their subject is The Loreley’s Grasp (1973, Las garras de Lorelei), aka When the Screaming Stops. The lovely and talented Helga Liné’s character becomes a reptilic creature during the full moon and feasts on human hearts, ripping them straight from her victim’s bodies while they still breathe. Her source for hearts? A girl’s boarding school, of course. Gory and brutal, the film’s effects are lacking but fun. De Ossorio delivers another imaginative tale on a shoestring budget… and lots of giggling girls in somewhat reserved bikinis, a handsome hunter, a beautiful school marm, a pseudo Van Helsing who is very careless with a flask of acid, a trio of cave-dwelling, female wrestlers with skull clasps on their swimsuits, and a radioactive dagger. What else could there possibly be?
At the time of this writing, The Loreley’s Grasp (1973) is available to stream from Tubi and PPV from Amazon. It is available on physical media as The Night of the Sorcerers / The Loreley’s Grasp Scream Factory Double Feature Blue-ray.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1970s is part of the Decades of Horror two-week rotation with The Classic Era and the 1980s. In two weeks, the next episode, chosen by Chad, will be The Antichrist (1974). On the plus side, it’s an Italian film directed by Alberto De Martino and starring Carla Gravina, Alida Valli, Mel Ferrer, and Arthur Kennedy with music by Ennio Morricone. On the minus side, we’re all going to hell.
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“The only thing that keeps me from cracking you in the jaw is the almost certain possibility that it would break your neck.” Your consideration is appreciated. Join this episode’s Grue-Crew – Daphne Monary-Ernsdorff, Chad Hunt, Jeff Mohr, and guest Gregory Crosby – as they take in Robert Siodmak’s The Spiral Staircase (1946) from RKO Radio Pictures.
Decades of Horror: The Classic Era
Episode 197 – The Spiral Staircase (1946)
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Synopsis: In 1916, a shadowy serial killer is targeting women with “afflictions.” One night, during a thunderstorm, the mute Helen is the target.
Imagine a junction of genres where gothic, old dark house, and film noir meet. You will surely find The Spiral Staircase (1946) there. The film is packed with film noir veterans, both cast and crew, who weave a beautiful tapestry of light and shadow that aid in the telling of its layered story. Red herrings abound in the search for the serial killer who prays on women with “afflictions” that render them less than perfect. Even though the female characters appear to have little agency, they manage to defeat the killer. Oops! Spoiler alert! Horror, horror-adjacent, or none of the above, The Spiral Staircase is a damn fine movie, and the Grue-Crew, joined by Gregory Crosby, has much to discuss.
At the time of this writing, The Spiral Staircase (1946) is available to stream from YouTube.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror: The Classic Era records a new episode every two weeks. Next in their very flexible schedule – this one chosen by a special guest – is The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920), the German silent horror film directed by Robert Wiene that explodes with German expressionism and challenges the Grue Crew with correctly pronouncing “somnambulist.”
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To each of you from each of them, “Thank you so much for watching and listening!”
“Look, Miss Hoity Toity. The woman cannot answer the goddamn door ’cause she can’t get out of her goddamn bed. Is that goddamn clear enough for ya?” Crystal. Join your faithful Grue Crew – Crystal Cleveland, Chad Hunt, Bill Mulligan, and Jeff Mohr – as Jeff gets his Rory Calhoun fix and the rest of the crew decide what they think of Angel (1983).
Decades of Horror 1980s
Episode 278 – Angel (1983)
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Synopsis: High-schooler Molly secretly earns her living as Angel, a street prostitute whose only family and friends are the ones she works with on the streets. She must survive against a serial killer who is targeting people of her profession.
Is Angel (1983) a horror film or not? A serial killer who practices necrophilia and cuts the bodies of his victims into pieces? Jeff doesn’t really care as long as it has Rory Calhoun in the cast. The Grue-Crew are divided on this one, especially Chad (actually, Chad is pretty certain), but they all agree the strength of the movie is its cast. Susan Tyrrell and Dick Shawn steal every scene they’re in, and Rory plays an actor from B-movie westerns like the actor from B-movie westerns he is. Cliff Gorman is the earnest and compassionate detective who completes the caring group of friends acting as Molly/Angel’s (Donna Wilkes) family. Angel is a quirky one, but three-fourths of the Grue-Crew enjoyed the film. However, the three sequels might be a different story.
At the time of this writing, Angel (1983) is available to stream from PlutoTV, Plex, Vudu/Fandango, Night Flight, and Troma Now. It’s also available on physical media as a Blu-ray formatted disc from Vinegar Syndrome,
Every two weeks, Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1980s podcast will cover another horror film from the 1980s. The next episode’s film, chosen by Bill, will be Dario Argento’s Inferno (1980), the second film in his Three Mothers Trilogy. Italian horror? Yay!
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“Open the door. I’ve something for you. Go on, open up. I’m quite alone. Open up!” Surely, there are no villagers with torches hiding around the corner. Right? Join your faithful Grue Crew – Doc Rotten, Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, and Jeff Mohr – as they discuss yet another of Christopher Lee’s turns as Dracula in Hammer’s Scars of Dracula (1970).
Decades of Horror 1970s
Episode 234 – Scars of Dracula (1970)
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A young man on a trip spends the night at Count Dracula’s castle and is murdered. After some time has passed, the young man’s brother comes to the small town, where all the traces of his brother lead, to look for him.
Could it possibly be Hammer Time again? Yes! And Dracula, no less! This time, the 70s Grue-Crew take on Scars of Dracula (1970), Christopher Lee’s fifth time playing the bloodsucking count for Hammer. Directed by Roy Ward Baker, Scars of Dracula is probably the bloodiest, most violent of Hammer’s Dracula productions so far. There is the usual cast of Hammer women (Jenny Hanley, Wendy Hamilton, Anouska Hempel) and Hammer regulars (e.g., Patrick Troughton, Michael Ripper, Michael Gwynn) along with the requisite Hammer bats. Only in this case, it’s plural bats with mechanical wings to boot! And man, are they nasty! The Grue Crew have more fun than a barrel of mechanical bats discussing this one.
At the time of this writing, Scars of Dracula (1970) is available to stream from Pluto TV, Plex, and various PPV sources, and on physical media as a Blue-ray formatted disc from SCREAM Factory.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1970s is part of the Decades of Horror two-week rotation with The Classic Era and the 1980s. In two weeks, the next episode, chosen by Chad, will be The Antichrist (1974). On the plus side, it’s an Italian film directed by Alberto De Martino and starring Arthur Kennedy and Mel Ferrer with music by Ennio Morricone. On the minus side, we’re all going to hell.
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“An animal wouldn’t drain every drop of blood from its victims, nor would it throw knives.” Well, a vampire bat and a monkey might. Join this episode’s Grue-Crew – Chad Hunt, Jeff Mohr, and guests Chris Peters and Bill Mulligan – as they take in Rafael Baledón’s The Curse of the Crying Woman (1963, La maldición de la Llorona), a Mexican horror film bearing the name of a famous figure in south-of-the-border folklore.
Decades of Horror: The Classic Era
Episode 196 – The Curse of the Crying Woman (1963)
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Synopsis: After fifteen years of being away, a woman returns with her husband to her aunt’s hacienda in the Mexican countryside without realizing that her relative is a sorceress who wants to use her to bring an evil witch back to life.
The Curse of the Crying Woman (1963) is not about that La Llorona. The well-known legend is nowhere to be found. The Grue Crew, joined by guests Chris Peters and Bill Mulligan, discuss this Mexican horror film directed by Rafael Baledón and starring Rosita Arenas, Rita Mercedo, Abel Salazar, Carlos López Moctezuma, and Enrique Lucero. This Swiss army knife of a Mexican horror movie is about a maniacal witch but includes tropes from vampire and old dark house films, all of which are presented in a gothic wrapper. The Grue Crew differ on how much they enjoyed The Curse of the Crying Woman, but they are all glad they watched it and have a blast in this talkabout.
At the time of this writing, The Curse of the Crying Woman (1963) is available to stream from YouTube. The film is available on physical media as a Blu-ray formatted disc from Indicator.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror: The Classic Era records a new episode every two weeks. Next in their very flexible schedule – this one chosen by Daphne – is The Spiral Staircase (1946), a psychological horror film directed by Robert Siodmak and starring Dorothy McGuire, George Brent, Ethel Barrymore, Kent Smith, Rhonda Fleming, and Elsa Lanchester. This is going to be really good!
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“I wonder if we’ll find anything down here? I bet we’re going to find a big blue monkey.” Or maybe you won’t. Join your faithful Grue Crew – Chad Hunt, Bill Mulligan, Jeff Mohr, and guest Ralph Miller III – as they do their best to find the blue monkey in Blue Monkey (1987). It’s Canadian horror, ay.
Decades of Horror 1980s
Episode 277 – Blue Monkey (1987)
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Synopsis: Detective Jim Bishop and Dr. Rachel Carson must find a way to stop a giant monstrous insect before it procreates and spreads a deadly infection it’s carrying. Meanwhile, it’s eating people in Dr. Carson’s quarantined hospital.
The 80s Grue-Crew and guest Ralph Miller III take a trip to a hospital in Canada to diagnose Blue Monkey (1987). This one features the beginnings of an epidemic, some ludicrous laser shenanigans, an extraordinary amount of green goo, and a freaky larva that magically metamorphoses (we think) into a giant insect that begins killing patients in the now quarantined hospital. All of this is accomplished with some generally good effects work and an abundance of pseudo-sciencing. Steven Railsback, Gwynyth Walsh, Don Lake, Susan Anspach, and John Vernon jump into the fray, accompanied by Marwella and Dede, a pair of golden girls getting drunk in the background, and Robin Dukes and Joe Flaherty having their first baby. Ah, yes. Canadian horror has such a unique flavor. As you can tell, there’s plenty of material for our talkabout… even though there’s no actual blue monkey.
At the time of this writing, Blue Monkey (1987) is available to stream from Tubi and multiple PPV sources.
Every two weeks, Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1980s podcast will cover another horror film from the 1980s. The next episode’s film, chosen by Jeff, will be Angel (1984), starring… wait for it… Rory Calhoun! Joining him are Donna Wilkes, Cliff Gorman, Dick Shawn, Susan Tyrrell, and John Diehl, all cavorting on the strip. Unfortunately, there’s a serial killer on the prowl.
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“Well, Jonathan. I’m afraid you’ll be staying a while longer.” Oh, good! More time with Yvette Mimieux! Join your faithful Grue Crew – Doc Rotten, Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, and Jeff Mohr – as they journey to the desert of the old West, the repository of hidden cults, a man-in-black, and a traveling reverend in Black Noon (1971).
Decades of Horror 1970s
Episode 233 – Black Noon (1971)
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Traveling minister Reverend John Keyes and his wife Lorna are quietly menaced by a devil cult in the Old West. By the time the good Reverend figures out what’s really going on, it may be too late to stop the evil.
The Grue Crew return to the proverbial well for another made-for-TV horror movie from the 1970s, this time for Black Noon (1971), a horror western starring Roy Thinnes, Lyn Loring, Ray Milland, Yvette Mimeaux, Hank Worden, Henry Silva, and Gloria Grahame. Imagine, if you will, a reverend and his wife stranded in the desert, rescued by a trio of kindly strangers (who just happen to be out for a ride in the middle of the desert), and taken to a comforting but strange little town … in the middle of the desert. The Crew are divided on this one, but you’ll have to check out the podcast to see who lands on which side of Black Noon. Regardless, the Grue Crew loves 70s made-for-TV horror movies and there is plenty of fodder for their talkabout!
At the time of this writing, Black Noon (1971) is available to stream from Tubi and YouTube.
Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1970s is part of the Decades of Horror two-week rotation with The Classic Era and the 1980s. In two weeks, the next episode, chosen by Doc, will be Scars of Dracula (1970). Yes, Grue Believers, it’s Hammer Time!
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