Join host archaeologist John as he reviews classic movies with his own spin. Using his archeological background, he connects historic, cinematic, genealogical, and current facts to add a dimension to his reviews that will increase your enjoyment of these classic movies. John tells all for movies over 25 years old. He also presents his world-famous short summaries of each classic movie reviewed. These classic movie reviews cover from silents by Charlie Chaplin, classic horror like Dracula (19 ...
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Two film geeks and a geek-in-training tackle the great movies from the past!
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A father and son watch old classic movies and then review them. Sometimes we even sound like we know what we're talking about.
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Doc Rotten and The Black Saint from Horror News Radio recap and review the best and worst horror films from the 1970s. Grindhouse. Blacksploitation. Hollywood Blockbusters. B Movies. Films like Exorcist | The Car | Phantasm | Halloween | The Incredible Melting Man | The Manitou | Beyond the Door | Vampire Circus | Dawn of the Dead
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The Falcon Out West (1944) - A Classic Mystery Adventure!
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Join us as we explore The Falcon Out West (1944), a thrilling mix of mystery and Western adventure. When a wealthy Texan is murdered, the suave detective Tom Lawrence (The Falcon) must solve the case in the rugged Wild West. Watch to uncover the twists and turns of this lesser-known film noir gem! **Reviews Mentioned** I Walked With a Zombie (1943)…
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MOON OF THE WOLF (1972) – Episode 224 – Decades of Horror 1970s
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“Wild dogs got themselves a taste of human blood! Ain’t nobody gonna be safe out on the island! We get together, or they wipe out the island! You go call […]De către Doc Rotten and The Black Saint
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The Three Musketeers (2011)
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Our second "Steampunk'd Classic" turns to the work of Alexandre Dumas and his rousing tale of a trio protectors who guard the King of France. Directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, 2011's "The Three Musketeers" is the traditional tale but with a twist: Davinci's designs work! After stealing one particular design from Davinci's vault, Athos (Matthew MacFa…
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Steampunk is our focus for this pairing, the alternate world where Davinci's inventions worked, but made of brass, and gears, and steam! We're looking at steampunk versions of classic tales, starting with an different version of the work of Arthur Conan Doyle's most famous detective! Under the steady hand of director Guy Ritchie, 2009's "Sherlock H…
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King Kong (1933) - The Monster Movie That Changed Cinema Forever
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Step into the groundbreaking world of King Kong (1933), the iconic monster movie that revolutionized special effects and adventure filmmaking. Discover how this classic brought to life a giant ape and captivated audiences, becoming a lasting symbol in cinema history. Explore the legacy and impact of one of the most influential films of all time. **…
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CRAZE (1974) – Episode 223 – Decades of Horror 1970s
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“Don’t stand there like a blithering idiot… and don’t give me that shocked routine!” Blithering idiot? Maybe. Shocked Routine? Never. Join your faithful Grue Crew – Doc Rotten, Bill Mulligan, […]De către Doc Rotten and The Black Saint
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The second film in our pairing focusing on great actors playing against the type of role they were known for features a quartet actors giving wonderful performances! Directed by John Houston, 1961's "The Misfits" was a change of pace for Marilyn Monroe. Unfortunately, it would aslo be her last completed film acting job. The film follows Roslyn Tabe…
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This pairing is a tribute to amazing actors who surpassed expectations by choosing roles outside their normal comfort zones! First up, action star John Wayne chooses a quirky romantic comedy, set in 1920s Ireland, in a film that would net director John Ford his fourth Academy Award for Best Director. In 1952's "The Quiet Man," Wayne plays Sean Thor…
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Antonia Bogdanovich: Influences and Inspiration
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Antonia Bogdanovich discusses her film Phantom Halo (2014) and its director's cut Sleep No More (2022). She explains that the motivation behind creating the director's cut was to address distribution issues and to honor her late father's legacy as a filmmaker. The director's cut features some scenes that were removed and a tighter ending. Bogdanovi…
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NIGHTWING (1979) – Episode 222 – Decades of Horror 1970s
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“I’ve decided to end the world. They all have to go.” Well, you can forget about cleaning the house, then. Join your faithful Grue Crew – Doc Rotten, Bill Mulligan, […]De către Doc Rotten and The Black Saint
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Our second film is another independent production, but one that reaffirms the idea that you can make a great film without a major studio behind you or a huge budget! Written and directed by, and starring, Jon Favreau, 2014's "Chef" tells the story of famous chef Carl Casper (Favreau), who heads up the kitchen in a restaurant run by the unadventerou…
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This time around, our pairing focuses on great food, and the people who make and love it! We're starting with a lovely story about two brothers, Italiam immigrants both, who have opened an authentic Italian cuisine restaurant! Directed by Campbell Scott and Stanley Tucci, and written by Tucci and Joseph Tropiano, 1996's "Big Night" tells the story …
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Killer's Kiss (1955) - Stanley Kubrick's Early Noir Masterpiece
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Explore Stanley Kubrick's Killer's Kiss (1955), an early film noir that showcases the director's budding genius. With its gritty New York setting and a tense plot filled with suspense, this film is a must-see for any fan of classic cinema. Delve into Kubrick's unique style and discover how "Killer's Kiss" paved the way for his future masterpieces. …
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COLOSSUS: THE FORBIN PROJECT (1970) – Episode 221 – Decades of Horror 1970s
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“This is the voice of World Control. I bring you peace. It may be the Peace of Plenty and Content or the Peace of Unburied Death.” Is that a multiple-choice […]De către Doc Rotten and The Black Saint
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The second film in our horror pairing is, as Jeff describes it, "the best non-Hellraiser Hellraiser film yet!" Directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, and written by Phillip Eisner, 1997's "Event Horizon" takes place entirely in space. Dr. Weir (Sam Neill) is in mourning for his late wife when he is ordered to report to the rescue ship Lewis and Clark. On…
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We're returning to the horror genre for this pairing, starting with the OG British horror franchise of the modern era! Written and directed by original author Clive Barker, 1987's "Hellraiser" introduced the world to a very different kind of "Hell's Angels!" Husband and father, Larry (Andrew Robinson) brings his wife Julia (Clare Higgins) back to h…
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High Road to China (1983) Revised Audio Only 323
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Join us as we explore the exhilarating world of High Road to China (1983), starring Tom Selleck and Bess Armstrong. Set in the 1920s, this film follows the adventures of Patrick O'Malley, a brash, hard-drinking pilot, and Eve Tozer, a headstrong heiress determined to rescue her kidnapped father. Their journey takes them through breathtaking landsca…
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SNOWBEAST (1977) – Episode 220 – Decades of Horror 1970s
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“I quit being a skier in 1968 because the other skiers were mavericks!” Well, isn’t that special? Join your faithful Grue Crew – Doc Rotten, Bill Mulligan, Chad Hunt, and […]De către Doc Rotten and The Black Saint
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The Matrix (1999) *EXTENDED EDITION*
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Our second Keanu Reeves film is, arguably, the one that made him the mega-star he is today. Written and directed by Lana and Lilly Wachowski, 1999's "The Matrix" follows Thomas Anderson (Reeves), corporate computer drone by day, hacker by night, who spends his off-work time as "Neo," creating illicit software for a variety of buyers and searching f…
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A Walk in the Clouds (1995)
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It is Keanu Reeves that we turn for this particular pairing, thought long-overdue by at least one of the geeks! And the pairing begins with a film that has become something of a forgotten success! Directed by Alfonso Arau, 1995's "A Walk in the Clouds" is something of an anomaly in the catalog of films Reeves has done. A solder, Paul Sutton (Reeves…
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Crossroads (1986) - The Symbolism of the Crossroads
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In this conversation, the hosts discuss the movie Crossroads (1986) and its portrayal of Southern lore, witchcraft, and the blues. They share their initial opinions of the movie and discuss the characters, including Ralph Macchio's portrayal of a young musician and Joe Seneca's performance as Blind Willie Brown. They also explore the significance o…
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WHO CAN KILL A CHILD (1976, QUIÉN PUEDE MATAR A UN NIÑO?) – Episode 219 – Decades of Horror 1970s
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“I had a shotgun in my room, I grabbed it…but I…I didn’t do anything. No one in the village did a thing, do you understand? Because… who can kill a […]De către Doc Rotten and The Black Saint
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The second film in this pairing is one of Hitchcock's few outright horror films! Again directed by Hitchcock and written by Evan Hunter (based on short story by Daphne Du Maurier), 1963's "The Birds" follows big city socialite Melanie Daniels (Tippi Hedren) as she's out and about for the day. After running into an interestinb but rude man at a pet …
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North by Northwest (1959)
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We return to the works of master storyteller Alfred Hitchcock for our this pairing, beginning with another of his iconic thrillers! Under Hitchcock's steady director's hand, and written by Ernest Lehman, 1959's "North by Northwest" is a blur of tale revolving around mistaken identity. Advertising executive Roger Thornhill (Cary Grant) is kidnapped …
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The Naked Prey (1965): Survival and Pursuit
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Explore The Naked Prey (1965), a gripping tale of survival and human endurance. Witness Cornel Wilde's incredible journey as he battles nature and pursuers in a race for life. Join us as we delve into the themes, performances, and cinematic techniques that make this film a classic. **Reviews Mentioned** The Big Combo (1955) - https://youtu.be/w1g01…
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BONUS: Name That Random Movie (Game Show)
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This is the second part of our celebration of our 8-year anniversary for the Two Geeks and a G.I.T. podcast! To conclude our celebratory pairing, we present in its full, unedited glory, the 2nd episode of the game show that has Buddy and Jeff competing together to try and demonstrate that they deserve the monikor of "Film Geek!" Enjoy another glimp…
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VENGEANCE OF THE ZOMBIES (1973, LA REBELIÓN DE LAS MUERTAS) – Episode 218 – Decades of Horror 1970s
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“In the name of Baron Samedi, in the name of the five ministers of the kingdom of Ife, and through the intercession of the Black Lords of the mountain, I […]De către Doc Rotten and The Black Saint
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More recently we lost another star of film and television, Donald Sutherland, who passed away on June 20th, 2024. To pay tribute to his work, we turn to a story from the pen of master scribe Neil Simon! Directed by Herbert Ross, 1983's "Max Dugan Returns" is a hidden gem which not only features Sutherland but also ended up being the first appearanc…
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BONUS: Top-5 Movies Reviewed on Two Geeks and a G.I.T.
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Happy anniversary to us! In June of 2024, we celebrated our 8th anniversary on the Two Geeks and a G.I.T. podcast! And to include you all in our celebration, we're sharing one of the Top-5 lists we do for our Patreon supporters on this feed for the first time! This episode was "Top-5 Movies Reviewed on the Two Geeks and a G.I.T. Podcast," which we …
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We must say goodbye to two more amazinga actors who have passed away recently. Our first film pays tribute to Dabney Coleman, who left us on May 16th, 2024. Under the steady hand of director Colin Higgins, 1980's "9 to 5" created a character that Coleman would play again and again in his career, which spanned over 175 projects! Newly-divorced Judy …
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I Wake Up Screaming (1941): Understanding This Films Place in Film Noir
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I Wake Up Screaming (1941) is considered one of the contenders for the first Film Noir. The film follows the murder of a fashion model and the investigation that ensues. The main characters include Frankie Christopher (Victor Mature), Jill Lynn (Betty Grable), and Detective Ed Cornell (Laird Cregar). Another Noir notable in this film is Elisha Cook…
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“She’s the one who had intercourse with the Devil on Goat’s Mountain! He took her to his den in the disguise of a little donkey and then they fornicated all […]De către Doc Rotten and The Black Saint
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Beverly Hills Cop (1984)
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The second film in our pairing of police comedies, also from 1984, is an example of just how well law enforcement, action, and comedy can be combined! Directed by Martin Brest, "Beverly Hills Cop" follows the story of Axel Foley (Eddie Murphy), a young and newly-minted Detroit Police detective, who is out to make a name for himself, regulations be …
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The Fighting 69th (1940) - Cowardice, Bravery, and Cagney
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Join me for a Midi as I dive into "The Fighting 69th" (1940), a stirring World War I drama that explores Cowardice, Bravery, Religion, and Community. Uncover the powerful performances, historical context, and emotional depth of this classic war film. **Reviews Mentioned** **My Links** My Merch - jcornelison.redbubble.com My Site - https://classicmo…
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This pairing celebrates the tradition of combining law enforcement, action, and comedy with two films, both from 1984! First up, director Hugh Wilson shows us one possible result of relaxing admissions in law enforcement! In "Police Academy," we meet Carey Mahoney (Steve Guttenberg), a constant recipient of law enforcement being given a choice: Jai…
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Susan Tabashnik: Meeting Patrick Swayze and His Impact, Dirty Dancing (1987) and Road House (1989)
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Susan Tabashnik, author of four books on Patrick Swayze, discusses his films and his impact on fans. They discuss the movie Road House (1989) and its enduring popularity, as well as the 2024 remake. They also talk about Dirty Dancing (1987) and its themes of love, social class, and coming of age. Sue shares insights and behind-the-scenes stories ab…
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“I’m surprised you haven’t figured it out. Edie, don’t you see? I am an alien too.” After all, isn’t everyone waiting for the mothership? Join your faithful Grue Crew – […]De către Doc Rotten and The Black Saint
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The second film in our pairing honoring Roger Corman is one of eight films done by Corman based on Edgar Allen Poe stories. Directed by Corman and written by Richard Matheson, this story takes the basic premise of Poe's story and spins it off in an original direction! Nicholas Medina (Vincent Price) is a nobleman living in Spain with his sister Cat…
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The Little Shop of Horrors (1960)
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This impromptu pairing is dedicated to Roger Corman, who passed away at the age of 98 on May 9th, 2024. Known as the "King of the B-Picture," Corman was also famous for giving many young actors and directors their first, or breakthrough, opportunities! The first film in our pairing is a cult-favorite that put young actor Jack Nicholson on Hollywood…
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The Gods Must be Crazy (1980): Movies That Can't Be Made Now
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In The Gods Must Be Crazy (1980), a mysterious object disrupts a hunter-gatherer band, leading to a series of comedic and adventurous events. The film explores the clash between nature and human nature, as well as the cultural differences between the Kung San tribe and the modern world. It also touches on the theme of stereotypes. The movie receive…
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