Is this the best Friday the 13th film ever? Craig seems to think so. We discuss the film’s blend of sci-fi and horror, its unique setting, memorable kills, and the transformation of Jason into Uber Jason. With behind-the-scenes insights and a comparison to the other cosmic horror films we covered this month, we’re gonna explore why ‘Jason X’ stands out in the Friday the 13th franchise – and among “in space” franchise entries in general. Check it out!
Todd, who is less familiar with the Hellraiser franchise, and Craig, who has seen more of the movies, discuss the unique elements that set this film apart from typical horror settings. We both found the film surprisingly enjoyable despite its poor initial reception. We loved its coherence, special effects, and performances, especially Doug Bradley’s extensive monologuing as Priest of Hell Pinhead.
‘Leprechaun 4: In Space.’ has a ridiculous plot, terrible CGI, and over-the-top performances that make this fourth installment in the Leprechaun series a memorable, albeit flawed, film.
From the unexpected genesis of the movie inspired by an Apollo 13 poster to the bizarre antics of the leprechaun IN SPACE, we cover the highs, lows, and the infamous Mitten Spider transformation. Hear for yourself what we thought of the second film in our “in space” series this month!
This month’s theme: Horror franchises “In SPACE”. As we reminisce about the origins of the Critters franchise, comparing it to its contemporaries like Gremlins and Ghoulies, we also puzzle over this entry’s plot, performances, and oddly serious tone. Why is Terrence Mann’s character suddenly a jerk? And where the f*ck did all the critters go? Listen as we highlight standout performances from surprising actors like Brad Dourif and Angela Bassett (?!) in this low-budget sequel. Despite its shortcomings, we hope you find this a hilarious and engaging review perfect for fans of horror franchises that go TO SPACE!
