Posts Tagged ‘Mystery Science Theater 3000’
An Analysis – So Bad It’s Awesome
Upon the premiere of the SyFy network’s made-for-television movie Sharknado (2013), one had to wonder how it is that a film like that built up so much buzz. To some extent, social media and the internet would be the answer to that question, and like…
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Interview – Joel Hodgson – Riffing Myself
Comedian Joel Hodgson may be best known for creating and hosting Mystery Science Theater 3000, a show about a man and his robot companions trapped on a space ship and forced to watch bad movies where they riff on the obvious faults and idiosyncrasies of…
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Episode 132 – Great Minds?
In honor of Goon, Spencer and Greg look back on Seann William Scott’s career. Then they explore the phenomenon of “movie clusters” and give DVD picks.
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Episode 116 – The Professional
In honor of Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, Spencer and Greg reflect on Gary Oldman’s career. Then they tackle kid-driven movies and give DVD picks of the week.
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Episode 78 – The Next Challenge
Spencer and John discuss the rise of Gore Verbinski for the release of his film Rango, they consider what it takes to make a good film, and give their DVD picks of the week.
READ MOREEpisode 55 – High Tension
Spencer and John look back on the career of Alexandre Aja in advance of the release of Piranha 3D, they discuss the history of spoof movies, and close out the show with their DVD picks of the week.
READ MOREThe Lost Skeleton of Cadavra – A Review
I wrote in a previous article that I felt the worst kinds of movies are the ones where the filmmakers get lost in their own sense of self-importance. Where their inflated sense of artistry prevents them from making a movie that’s actually good. I hate…
READ MOREEpisode 46 – Cinematic Titanic
Spencer and John are joined by Eric Morgret, the programming director of Crypticon, for a preview of the convention. After that, they interview the cast of Mystery Science Theater 3000 (during Scarecrow Video’s in-store event) for look back on the TV show and a discussion…
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