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Episode 245: What better way to spend Spooktober then by hanging out with the crew, some awesome friends, in the form of Joe and Sean of  @MovieDumpster  , and just heading out to the backwoods of Tennessee to listen to some tapes we found, read a flesh bound book, and party it up Evil Dead style! This week, we celebrate 45 years of terror, as we look back on the film that started it all, Sam Raimi's THE EVIL DEAD. #theevildead #samraimi #45thanniversary #moviepodcast #spooktober 

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We're back on another adventure on the 50's, and this time we're hanging out in the world of Roger Corman, as this week we look at his 1956 sci-fi classic, IT CONQUERED THE WORLD. Is this Roger Corman's greatest contribution to sci-fi? Should he have been behind the camera more in his career? This one is loaded with a phenomenal cast and performances that seem out of this world, so lets fight against the conqueror, this week on THE MONSTER ZONE!

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In 1974, an unknown writer from Maine created the story of a young girl with unique powers, a highly religious mother, and a prom that goes up in flames. 2 years later, legendary filmmaker Brian DePalma decided he would take that story and bring it to the big screen, with 1976's CARRIE. Drew Hallum joins us once again to help us break down this now 50 year old classic, discuss all the similarities and differences between the film and King's novel that helped inspire it, and share our thoughts on what Mike Flanagan has in store with the modern retelling of this...

This week we explore a Toho film that doesn't seem to get talked about too much these days. A remake of a 1959 film, OROCHI: THE EIGHT-HEADED DRAGON (1994) is a film that's hard to find, and yet is something to behold. From the practical and visual effects, to the action and video game like story-telling, why is it so forgotten outside of Japan? Join us for an episode that tries to explore this gem and more, this week on THE MONSTER ZONE!

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35 years ago, Steven Spielberg took us on an adventure to the mythical Neverland, and children loved it. It was full of wonder and great performances from some heavy hitters of the time, Robin Williams, Dustin Hoffman, Maggie Smith, Bob Hoskins and more. All these years later on the 35th birthday of our host, we've decided to grab our pixie dust and fly high with the amazing  ⁨@OfficialJoeyC⁩   to see why it seems to be the product of negativity. Why, after 35 years it seems to be the black cloud in the bright sky that is Steven Spielberg's career. It's time to BAN...

Parker and Mikey return to the island of the killer shrews to help find Dan and Angela, but also to ask the simple question, why does this movie exist? Over 50 years after James Bests' first go round on Shrew Island, he returns, and it's something to behold. Join us for an episode that only slightly better than the movie we're talking about, this week on THE MONSTER ZONE!

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30 years ago, a board game from the darkest wilds took us on an adventure.

JUMANJI was just a simple book about a couple of kids who find a board game that does magical things. In 1995, legend of comedy Robin Williams, along with director Joe Johnston brought that book to life. With state of the art effects, unforgettable production design, character acting, and a rare subdued performance by Williams, does JUMANJI still bring that same magic it did all of those years ago? Logan from  @videovillaentertainment  joins us to play the game you may never come back from.

A couple of years ago, we ventured into the world of Bert I. Gordon and his giant man film, WAR OF THE COLOSSAL BEAST. This week, the wheel has chosen it's predecessor, THE AMAZING COLOSSAL MAN, a story of a man who gets a little too close to a hydrogen bomb and somehow survives, and SHOCKING, becomes a colossal man. 

Is it Bert I. Gordon's best film? Is it the best "giant person" movie to come out of the 50's? Lets find out this week on THE MONSTER ZONE!

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EPISODE 241: This week on the podcast, we continue the 40th anniversary of Transformers first animated film by dissecting it's latest.

TRANSFORMERS ONE is the franchises animated return to the big screen since it's 1986 counterpart. With that though came issues, from terrible trailers, to just poor marketing, which left it in a tough spot. As an origin story for some of the most iconic characters of the franchise, is it one of the best entries since the original? Paul from The Flicks and Friends Podcast joins us to break it all down.

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After the success of Jaws in 1975, many production companies wanted to dip their hand in the honeypot, with that came one of the first "rip-offs" with 1976's GRIZZLY. With it being the first, is it also one of the best to rip-off the Jaws formula? Did it need more fake bear? We discuss that and more this week on THE MONSTER ZONE.

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After the success of Jaws in 1975, many production companies wanted to dip their hand in the honeypot, with that came one of the first "rip-offs" with 1976's GRIZZLY. With it being the first, is it also one of the best to rip-off the Jaws formula? Did it need more fake bear? We discuss that and more with guest Captain Steve Coates of The Bucket of Chum Podcast, this week on THE MONSTER ZONE.

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This week on the podcast, we celebrate a little animated film about transforming robots as it turns 40 years old! 

THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE brought the iconic tv series and massive toy brand to the big screen for the very first time. We are joined by podcaster and Transformers geek Daniel ( @TheGeeksWithBeardsPodcast  ) as we explore and dissect this wild world, and determine if it still has "the touch" all these years later. Join us for the battle between good and evil and Autobots vs. Decepticons, is it more than meets the eye?

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The Wheel of Monsters has spoken, and this week we look at a remake that's been forgotten to time, medieval time! We dive into the remake of the 1985 North Korean monster movie Pulgasari, 1996's GALGAMETH. From it's too good to be true origins, to the legendary people behind it, is it one of the weirdest remakes to grace the silver screen? Let grab our swords and shields and attack this long forgotten film head on, on this episode of THE MONSTER ZONE!

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Over the last 3 years we have seen many monsters, seen how they begin and how they end. But, what if they all came back and battled it out to become the CHAMPION OF MONSTERS! Well, that's what the Monster Royale is all about, pitting them against each other to see who takes home the crown. 

Let the ROYALE begin!

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EPISODE 239: The Month of Dan concludes with a return to the world of Gundam with the first movie brought to the franchise, 1981's MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 1.

With a show that wasn't doing well, what do you do? Well, maybe combining episodes into a 3-part movie series will do the trick. That's what Mobile Suit Gundam did in the early 80's to save a new franchise from going under? Did it work? I mean, I feel that's a pretty easy question to answer. But, does this introduction of Gundam still hold up 45 years later. Dan and his son...

The Monster Zone has returned to the Month of Action with another Dan pick!

With the addition of the child of thee Dan and Angela, we finally dive into the world of Ultraman, and this one is CHAOTIC for sure. From the many Ultras and kaiju you see on screen, to the many references to other popular Japanese properties, this movies feels like the ULTIMATE toy mash-up put to live-action. It's time to see what MEGA MONSTER BATTLE: ULTRA GALAXY: LEGENDS is all about, this week on THE MONSTER ZONE!

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The Month of Dan continues with Dan's first MONTH OF ACTION pick, 1995's GUNSMITH CATS.

From the pages of the hit Manga, to the small screen as a 4-part series then combined OVA, this is as close to an American action movie that you'll get from the world of anime. From the American muscle car, to the fact firearms are a major play, government corruption and foreign assassins', how does this not play into the month designated for ACTION! Is it underappreciated in the vast world of anime? 
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It's the MONTH OF DAN!!

Our first stop on this Dan curated month is another film from legendary director Ishiro Honda, where he gives us yet another epic kaiju battle of the ages with 1966's THE WAR OF THE GARGANTUAS. Coming hot off of Frankenstein vs Baragon, Honda delivers a new twist on Toho's version of Frankenstein with good vs. evil Gargantuas. Join the crew as they dive deep into what makes this a highly beloved film amongst some other legends of the industry. Strap in! It's time to enter THE MONSTER ZONE and find out! 

EPISODE 237: From a true crime story to a screenplay, THE STEPFATHER brings us the story of a man who just wants a family, but unfortunately the moment they cause disorder, he takes them out. Jerry Blake starts a new life, married with a new step-daughter, Stephanie. When Stephanie starts getting suspicious and sees Jerry's cracks showing, it all gets dangerous.  

Join us as we dissect this 1987 classic, that gave us a new spin on the slasher genre. Does it still hold up almost 40 years later? Does Terry O'Quinn deserve more credit for his scary performance? Lets find o...

SPOILERS AHEAD!!! Steven Spielberg is back in the sci-fi genre with his latest tale of the world of extra terrestrials with DISCLOSURE DAY. Paul from The Flicks and Friends Podcast joins us to discuss this highly divisive entry in the Spielberg pantheon. Does it live up to the standards most of us hold for the acclaimed director, or does it falter? Let's follow the creatures to the bright light on this episode of FRESH CUTS!

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Over 100 years ago, a classic novel was turned into a film that would become the footnote to the world of adventure films, the art of stop-motion animation and the wonder of filmmaking as a whole. That film would be 1925's THE LOST WORLD. Ripped straight out of the pages of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's novel to the screen full of classic silent era acting and legendary effects by Willis O'Brien, what more can you say about this classic? Well, it's time to enter THE MONSTER ZONE and find out! 

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EPISODE 236: The Guyver is BACK! A year after thinking he destroyed the zoanoid threat and the evil Chronos, Sean has to use his new found power to stop a new wave of zoanoids and also learns something new about the history of the Guyver. 

Join us, along with Tony from  @HackTheMovies  as we dissect this Steve Wang directed sequel, that brings more amazing effects, a new lead actor, and better action. Is this one of those "the sequel is better than the original" moments? Lets find out, this week of the DISSECT THAT FILM PODCAST.

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SPOILERS AHEAD!!! Horror is killing it in 2026, and the Dustin's of  @TheBarrensHideoutPodcast  join Parker for a discussion on the new sensation in the horror realm, BACKROOMS. Come and get lost in the endless maze of hallways and rooms, and make sure to mark your exit on this episode of FRESH CUTS!

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From reused footage from many other films, to a 16 year old getting a writing credit, VALLEY OF THE DRAGONS is an adaptation of a Jules Verne story that many haven't heard of. But, is it actually a good adaptation, or does it belong 20,000 leagues under the sea? It's time to enter THE MONSTER ZONE and find out!

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After the success of THE GRINCH, Hollywood wanted more live-action Seuss adaptations. With that we got 2003's THE CAT IN THE HAT. 

With production designer Bo Welch at the helm and comedy superstar Mike Myers in the lead, why did this one fall apart? Why haven't we gotten another live-action adaptation since? Well, I think it's time to put on our big hat and talk a lot about that, this week on the DISSECT THAT FILM PODCAST. 

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Mother's Day has past, but that doesn't mean we're not still celebrating as we look at one of the most iconic Mother's Day movies of all-time, 1960's PSYCHO. Tyler and Arik of the Team T&A Podcast join us for a black and white dissection of this Hitchcock classic. Remember, a boys best friend is his mother.
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To the Australian Outback we go as we dive into the 2017 GIANT animal flick, BOAR. From the insanely impressive practical effects to the not so impressive CGI, we break down if this one belongs among the mega hitters in the creature feature genre, or if it needs to get lost in the outback. It's time to enter THE MONSTER ZONE!

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5 years ago we started this little show and for the 10th episode we discussed a little "nature attacks" film called TWISTER. All these years later, we decided to revisit this now 30 year old classic, and reminisce about why this movie has such an impact on us. Join us for a small celebration of a podcast that never quit and the infamous SUCK ZONE! It's a wild one, so strap in, this week on the Dissect That Film Podcast, episode 233.
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Oh boy! We're back talking about another plesiosaur movie, but this time it's from 1977 and has effects work from the legendary Phil Tippett AND it's called THE CRATER LAKE MONSTER. What could go wrong? RIGHT?! Join us for our final Out of the Patreon Vault episode where Parker and Dan break down this long forgotten stop-motion blunder, and share if it's worth the watch. It's time to enter THE MONSTER ZONE!

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Over 40 years ago, a little character known as Pee-Wee Herman was brought to the big screen for the very first time. With the help of first time director  Tim Burton, Paul Reubens would bring Pee-Wee on a BIG ADVENTURE to get his precious bike back and so much more! Does it still hold that same magic after 40 years? Dustin from the Flicks and Friends Podcast, B-Action and  The Barrens Hideout Podcast joins us to dissect it and more, this week on the Dissect That Film Podcast, episode 232.
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Italian horror is something that is hard to explain and interpret, and 1994's CREATURES FROM THE ABYSS aka PLANKTON is no exception. From WILD dubbing work, to extremely egregious nudity for the sake of it, it is truly something to behold, or avoid. Join us for our conversation and breakdown of this high seas misadventure where science and sea life become an abomination. It's time to enter THE MONSTER ZONE!

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With classics such as The Nightmare Before Christmas and Coroline under his belt, a lot of people gloss over Henry Selick's underrated Roald Dahl adaptation JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH. From the stellar stop-motion animation to the comically wild scenarios, does this now 30 year old classic still hold up? Or does it belong in the belly of the big mechanical shark? Paul and Dustin from the Flicks and Friends Podcast join us to dissect it, this week on the Dissect That Film Podcast, episode 231.

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The Patreon vault is almost empty, as this week we give you our episode on another giant bug movie,1957's THE DEADLY MANTIS. Following in the massive footsteps of THEM, does this one make the same mark, or does its ridiculous human plot, along with another unnecessary love story, falter it. Join us as we travel back to the 50's for another classic monster movie adventure. It's time to enter THE MONSTER ZONE!

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St. Patrick's Day may be long past, but we couldn't skip out on our annual adventures with Lubdan the leprechaun and thee Official JoeyC, as we go out of this world to dissect LEPRECHAUN 4: IN SPACE. From a familiar plot to severely outdated effects, is this installment secretly everyone's favorite of the franchise? Or does it need to stay lightyears away? Lets find out, this week on the Dissect That Film Podcast #230. 
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New Zealand filmmakers have given us some amazing pieces of cinema, but one film in 2006 brought it all back to its roots, with BLACK SHEEP. A movie where mutated sheep take over a small area of New Zealand, and boy does it feel like the films that Peter Jackson was creating to get himself into Middle Earth. Join us, as we break down the amazing effects, the gorgeous scenery, and some mad scientist level acts against animals (no animal were harmed in the making of the film or podcast episode). It's time to enter THE MONSTER ZONE!

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It's a rarity to get two Friday the 13th's in a row, but here we are with the 5th entry in this iconic slasher franchise, A NEW BEGINNING. John from @deweypodmonster  joins us to dissect what may be the sleaziest entry. From a director who primarily worked in adult entertainment, to a time jump that seems out of place, to the fact that our main slasher may not be who he says he is. It's time for another bloody day at the lake, so let's dive into this and more this week on the Dissect That Film Podcast #229.
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THE VAULT IS OPEN AGAIN, and we are reaching in to unveil our first ever conversation about the kaiju turtle, with 1966's GAMERA VS. BARUGON. 

Barugon became Gamera's first foe and then disappeared, but with his short stay brought so much color, more like a taste of a rainbow. 

Is this one of the best Gamera sequels of the Showa era? Or is it as forgotten as Barugon?
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Episode 228: With Black History comes some firsts in the world of cinema, and what that came BLACULA, not just a simple retelling of the classic story of Dracula, but so much more thanks to pioneers of the genre William Marshall and William Craine. This movie didn't just shape Black History, but cinema and horror history as a whole. Does it still hold up as one of the more memorable vampire movies of the 20th century? Lets find out, this week, on the Dissect That Film Podcast.

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Before the world would be introduced to the Power Rangers, we had Super Sentai, but we also had a creation from Hong Kong filmmakers, The Shaw Brothers, with INFRA-MAN. With loads of unique villains, wild special effects and kick-ass fight scenes, where does INFRA-MAN stand amongst other super heroes? Special guest Jason Ellsworth of  @majamaproductions  (co-writer and director of BAD CGI SHARKS) joins us to break down this wild ride of a film. It's time to enter THE MONSTER ZONE!

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Episode 227: Happy Friday the 13th! Stew from the Stew World Order Podcast joins us as we venture towards the end of an era or more fitting, The Final Chapter, of the version of Jason Voorhees we've known since Part 2. With stellar effects by the master himself Tom Savini, an iconic dance by George McFly himself, and the start of the Tommy Jarvis trilogy, does The Final Chapter still hold up as one of the best in the franchise? Or has it faltered with age? Lets find out, this week, on the Dissect That Film Podcast.

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