On this bonus episode, we take a dip into The Movie Clinic mail bag. A range of topics are covered such as 70's films, sharksploitation, Dark Shadows and slashers. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions you might have at: themovieclinic.com thamovieclinic@gmail.com or on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/themovieclinic…

On this episode, we take a look at They Call Me Macho Woman from 1989. In this film, a woman who is looking for a quiet home in the country, falls into the clutches of some backwoods drug dealers. Pushed to her limits, she becomes the fearsome Macho Woman and justice will be served. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info an…

On this episode, we take a look at Birdemic: Shock and Terror from 2010. This film involves a horde of birds that descend upon a quiet town in California. As the body count rises, a couple takes it upon themselves to fight back. Be prepared for unspeakably bad acting, subpar CGI and some of the worst sound design you’ll ever hear in a movie. Will y…

On this episode, we take a look at Pieces from 1982. This trashy slasher involves co-eds at a Boston college being targeted by a killer who is making a human jigsaw puzzle from their body parts. Remember you dont have to go to Texas for a chainsaw massacre. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to dro…

On this episode, we take a look at April Fool’s Day from 1986. In this film, we follow a group of students staying at a friend’s island mansion. As their vacation weekend goes on they fall victim to an unseen murderer, but nothing is as it seems. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to drop us feedba…

On this episode, we take a look at Swamp Thing from 1982. This film based on the DC comics character, tells the story of Alec Holland, who is transformed into a monster due to a lab accident involving the evil Anton Arcane. Alec Holland, now the Swamp Thing hides in the depths of the swamp with Arcane and his henchmen in pursuit. Join us for a scen…

On this episode, we take a look at Batman: Mask of the Phantasm from 1993. This film based on the animated series (1992 -1999) has Batman facing off against a vigilante who is taking out a group of mob bosses in Gotham City. Are these murders connected to something from Batman/Bruce Waynes past? Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the s…

On this episode, we take a look at Jacob’s Ladder from 1990. This final film in listener pick month, involves a Vietnam vet who starts to experience bizarre visions and hallucinations. Are they being caused by something supernatural or is Jacob losing his mind? Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to…

On this episode, we take a look at High Plains Drifter from 1973. This listener pick tells the story of a stranger who comes into a corrupt mining town and begins to dispense justice on its inhabitants. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions you might have at: themo…

On this episode, we take a look at The Prophecy from 1995. This listener pick tells the story of Archangel Gabriel and his search for a soul on earth that will turn the tide on an angelic war in heaven. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions you might have at: themo…

On this episode, we take a look at Battle for the Planet of the Apes from 1973. This final film in the series involves Caesar trying to build a new society with apes and humans as threats of an uprising begin to emerge. Your hosts will also do a ranking of the films from the original series. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scene…

On this episode, we take a look at Conquest of the Planet of the Apes from 1972. This fourth film in the series has the son of Cornelius and Zira, come out of hiding and it sets the stage for the rebellion against humanity to free all of the apes from slavery. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info and trivia on this excell…

On this year three review, we look back at the past 12 months and pick our top film podcasts of the year. Thank you to everyone who joined us for year three. We hope you enjoy what we have lined up for year four! Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions you might have at: themovieclinic.com thamovieclinic@gmail.com or on our Facebook page htt…

Happy holidays to all! On this episode, we take a look at Silent Night, Deadly Night from 1984. This holiday slasher was very controversial during its release due to it featuring a killer Santa Claus. Despite the controversy, the film was a hit that spawned four sequels and a very loose remake. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the sc…

On this holiday episode, we take a look at Thankskilling from 2008. This film involves a group of dumb college students who become the target of a homicidal and fowl-mouthed (see what I did there) turkey. Be prepared for a movie filled with vulgar humor, over the top violence and turkey puns. Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scene…

On this episode, we take a look at The Night Stalker from 1972. This tv movie about a Las Vegas reporter on the trail of a vampire was one of the highest rated tv movies of all time and introduced the world to the character Carl Kolchak. Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to drop us feedback or any …

On this episode, we take a look at Dark Night of the Scarecrow from 1981. This made for TV gem is a creepy tale of vigilante justice gone wrong and the revenge that rectifies the mistake. This one is essential Halloween viewing. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to drop us feedback or any question…

On this episode, we take a look at Madman from 1981. This slasher film checks all the boxes for the genre, gory deaths, creepy atmosphere, characters that excel in making dumb decisions and some hot tub canoodling. Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions you might hav…

On this episode, we take a look at Child’s Play from 1988. This film from director Tom Holland spawned a series of seven sequels, comic books, a tv series and a reboot/remake. Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts also give you a top three list of slasher film recommendations. Feel free to drop us fee…

On this episode, we take a look at John Carpenter’s Christine from 1983. This adaptation of the Stephen King novel differs in many ways from the book but is very memorable in its own right. It’s definitely an underrated film in Carpenter’s filmography. Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to drop us f…

On this episode, we take a look at Silver Bullet from 1985. This adaptation of the Stephen King novella Cycle of the Werewolf tells the story of Tarker’s Mill, a peaceful town that becomes the hunting ground for a werewolf. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts also share a top three list of films fr…

On this episode, we take a look at Horror of Dracula from 1958. This Hammer film’s adaptation of the Stoker novel brings back Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee from The Curse of Frankenstein along with director Terence Fisher. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts will also give some recommendations …

On this episode, we take a look at The Curse of Frankenstein from 1957. This Hammer classic is the first in a series of films with Peter Cushing as Baron Frankenstein and is one of the best adaptations of Mary Shelly’s novel. Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts also give you their top three Frankens…

On this episode we take a look at Army of Darkness from 1992. This third film in the Evil Dead series tones down the horror and adds more comedy. Despite this change, the film is still a favorite with fans of the series. Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your host also give you a top five recommendation list…

On this episode, we take a look at The Crow from 1994. This gothic supernatural thriller is based on the comic from James O’ Barr and features the final performance of actor Brandon Lee. Many would say this is one of the best comic book films ever made. Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts also give …

On this bonus episode, we take a look at The Kindred from 1987. This blend of Sci-fi and Horror has a screenplay with contributions from a Psycho scribe, Joseph Stefano, some slimy creature effects and Rod Steiger in a bad wig. What more do you need? Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts also give you…

On this episode, we take a trip to Midian and look at the film Nightbreed from 1990. This film from director Clive Barker is based on his novella Cabal. This film was eviscerated by the studio before its theatrical run but has since gained a new life after the release of the director's cut. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes…

On this episode, we take a look at Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice from 1988. This mix of fantasy, horror and comedy shows the director exercising his signature style to its full extent. Tim Burton has called this film “ A comical version of The Exorcist told from the point of view of two dead people”. Does the film still hold up today? Join us for a scen…

On this episode, we wrap up Stephen King month with Firestarter from 1984.This adaptation of the 1980 novel features a strong cast and is very faithful to the source material, but does it work as a film?Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia.Your host also share their top films starring Drew Barrymore. Feel free t…

On this first episode of Stephen King month, we take a look at The Dead Zone from 1983. In this film, director David Cronenberg moved away from the disturbing horrors of his previous films and delivered a thriller/drama that is also very tragic and heartfelt. Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to dr…

On this episode, we take a look at Big Trouble in Little China from 1986. In this film, director John Carpenter moves away from horror and gives us a film with martial arts, magic and monsters. Join us as we do a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. We also give you more film recommendations from the year 1986. Feel free to …

On this episode, we take a look at Escape From The Planet of the Apes from 1971. This third film in the series had to find a way to move forward after the planetary destruction of the previous film. Did the filmmakers come up with a successful way to continue the series? Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. You…

On this year two review, we look back at the past 12 months and pick our top film podcasts of the year. Thank you to everyone who joined us for year two. We hope you enjoy what we have lined up for year three! Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions you might have at: themovieclinic.com thamovieclinic@gmail.com or on our Facebook page https:…

Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays! On this episode, we take a look at Black Christmas from 1974. This film from director Bob Clark is a stark contrast from his well known holiday film “A Christmas Story”. Join us as we break down this highly influential slasher/thriller and give you some behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts will also give som…

On this bonus episode, we take a look at the film Ghost Town from 1988. This horror/western is one of the last films released by Charles Band’s Empire Pictures. Does this mix of two different generes come together to make a good film? Join us for a plot break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts also do a top five of their favorite f…

On this bonus episode, we take a look at John Carpenter’s The Thing. This 1982 film was a box office and critical disappointment during its original theatrical release, that over time became a Sci-Fi/Horror classic. Join us for a scene-by-scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts also give you their top three Kurt Russell films…

On this episode, we take a look at the film Blade Runner from director Ridley Scott. This 1982 film was a box office disappointment that is now considered one of the best Sci-Fi films ever made. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts will also suggest their top three films from the year of 1982. Feel …

Happy Halloween Everyone! On this episode, we take a look at Halloween Ends. This closing chapter to David Gordon Green’s Halloween trilogy moves ahead four years from the previous film and makes some choices that were very controversial to longtime fans. Join us as we break down the film and come away with a very different opinion than other fans …

On this episode, we take a look at Night of Dark Shadows from director Dan Curtis. This 1971 film moves away from the Barnabas Collins story and instead we get a tale that involves a haunted house, witchcraft and possession. Join us for a scene by scene breakdown , trivia and behind the scenes info. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions yo…

On this episode, we take a look at House of Dark Shadows from director Dan Curtis. This 1970 film is based on the gothic soap opera that was on the air at the time and included many cast members from the series. How does this film hold up? Could a viewer with no knowledge of the series enjoy this film? Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind…

On this episode we take a look at The Wraith from 1986. This cult classic is a mix of sci fi, The Fast and the Furious and High Plains Drifter. Does the movie work as a fun piece of 80’s film making or is it a laughable mess? Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, trivia and behind the scenes info. We also recommend a few films starring Charlie “T…

On this episode, we take a look at Terminator 2: Judgement Day from 1991. This follow-up to the 1984 original has been called one of the best sequels ever made. How does this film hold up? Does it top the original? Join us for a plot breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions you might have at: them…

On this episode, we take a look at Cruel Jaws aka Jaws 5 from 1995. This film from exploitation director Bruno Mattei offers up stolen footage, cheesy dialogue and a Hulk Hogan look-a-like. Join us as we attempt to make sense of this one with a plot break down and behind the scenes info. We also share our top five films of 1995. Feel free to drop u…

It’s a beautiful day in Amity Island! The beaches are open, and people are having a wonderful time! On this bonus episode, we take a look at the 1975 film Jaws. This classic from director Steven Spielberg is one of the original summer blockbusters and a masterpiece of filmmaking. Join us for a plot breakdown, behind the scenes info and our top thre…

On this episode we take a look at the 2004 film House of Flying Daggers. This movie from director Yimou Zhang is a visually spectacular story about love and honor. Join us as we break down the movie and go into some of the behind the scenes info. We conclude the episode with our top five films of 2004. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions…

On this episode we take a look at the 1970 film Beneath the Planet of the Apes. This sequel introduces new elements such as mutants, a nuclear bomb and an ape sauna. Is this film a worthy sequel to the original or an unfortunate misfire? Join us for a plot breakdown, behind the scenes info and a list of some of our favorite films with downbeat endi…

On this bonus episode, we take a look at Ghostbusters from director Ivan Reitman. This 1984 film is one of the most financially successful and popular movies of that decade. Does this blend of supernatural horror and comedy still hold up today? Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts will also give the…

On this episode of the Movie Clinic podcast, we take a look at the film The Lost Boys from 1987. Many consider this one to be one of the essential 80’s horror films and a classic of the vampire genre. Does this film deserve this praise or is it a forgettable slice of 80’s cheese? Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and tr…

On this bonus episode we take a look at The Blues Brothers from director John Landis. This 1980 film is a mix of comedy, music, dancing and car crashes! How does this film hold up? Is it an epic comedy classic or an overrated and over produced misfire? Join us for a plot breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to drop us feedback or…

On this episode of The Movie Clinic podcast, we take a look at the 1980 film Friday the 13th. A film that was hated by critics but a major box office success. It spawned nine sequels, one crossover film with Freddy Krueger, an unrelated tv series and a remake in 2009. How does this film hold up now? Is it too slow for today’s movie going audience? …