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Sci-Fi Showcase #11: Virus (1980)

Pulsing Cinema — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 23:52:17 +0000

The focus of this episode is Japanese director Kinji Fukasaku’s apocalyptic disaster epic featuring an all-star cast coming to terms with a super-bug which could mean the end for humanity. We also speak with Washington Location Manager Christine Intagliata who shares some personal anecdotes on the film’s production.

Sci-Fi Showcase #10: Wavelength (1983)

Pulsing Cinema — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 03:11:08 +0000

In this episode we’re joined by filmmaker Mike Gray for a discussion of his 1983 science fiction sleeper Wavelength, starring Robert Carradine, Cherrie Currie and Keenan Wynn. We also discuss Mr. Gray’s documentary filmmaking backround, his Academy Award-nominated screenplay for The China Syndrome, his television work on Starman and Star Trek: The Next Generation and his proposed biopic of Harrison Storms based on Gray’s own book Angle of Attack.

Sci-Fi Showcase #9: Westworld (1973)

Pulsing Cinema — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 01:21:03 +0000

In this episode we focus on Michael’s Crichton’s tale of a vacation spot populated by androids gone amuck featuring Yul Brynner as gunslinger, Richard Benjamin as scared guest and James Brolin essentially playing himself. We also cover the AIP sequel with Peter Fonda and Blythe Danner along with the TV series.

Sci-Fi Showcase #8: The Reincarnation of Peter Proud (1975)

Pulsing Cinema — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 06:43:34 +0000

In this episode we discuss Max Ehrlich’s story of past lives and the dark secrets they conceal, featuring Michael Sarrazin, Margot Kidder and Jennifer O’Neill in a wonderful seventies time capsule from director J. Lee Thompson.

Sci-Fi Showcase #7: Heartbeeps (1981)

Pulsing Cinema — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:03:09 +0000

In this episode we uncover an obscure sci-fi gem featuring Bernadette Peters and Andy Kaufman as two lost robots trying to survive in the futuristic world of 1995. Yes, it’s the majesty of Allan Arkush’s Heartbeeps. We discuss the superb Stan Winston Makeup effects and John Williams score along with the film’s place in history as one of the most-reviled “golden turkeys” of it’s era.

Show Links: Andy Kaufman’s Heartbeeps Apology on David Letterman.

Sci-Fi Showcase #6: Yor, the Hunter from the Future (1983)

Pulsing Cinema — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:21:50 +0000

In this episode we dive into an Italian fantasy bonanza from Antonio Margheriti featuring a screaming Reb Brown, John Steiner doing his best Sith Lord impression and a bunch of blue apemen being flooded out. We also interview Reb Brown on the set of his new film Night Claws.

Sci-Fi Showcase #5: Southland Tales (2006)

Pulsing Cinema — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:22:20 +0000

Richard Kelly’s enigmatic tale of an alternate-reality Southern California on the brink of armageddon is the focus of this confounding installment of Sci-Fi Showcase. Listen as John and Mike attempt to grapple with the film’s labyrinthian plot and Orwellian themes.

Show Links: Southland Tales (Wikipedia).

Sci-Fi Showcase #4: The Prisoner

Pulsing Cinema — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 16:45:14 +0000

This episode features a look into Patrick McGoohan’s groundbreaking television series, featuring a comprehensive analysis of the show and it’s timely themes. Also, we cover the Jim Caviezel / Ian McKellen remake and how it compares to the original.

Show Links: The Prisoner (Wikipedia), Six of One – The Prisoner Appreciation Society

Sci-Fi Showcase #3: The Vindicator (1986)

Pulsing Cinema — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 18:40:30 +0000

This episodes features a loving tribute to a cult sci-fi movie from Jean-Claude Lord, a canadian b-movie collision of Frankenstein, Terminator and Robocop with Pam Grier somewhere in there between, featuring effects by Stan Winston. AKA Frankenstein 2000, Frankenstein 88 or Roboman.

Show Links: The Vindicator (Canuxploitation Review), Pulsing Cinema Video Review of The Vindicator.

Sci-Fi Showcase #2: The Incredible Melting Man (1977)

Pulsing Cinema — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 23:22:11 +0000

This episode covers a late seventies AIP monster movie with gooey special effects by Rick Baker.

Sci-Fi Showcase #1: Altered States (1980)

Pulsing Cinema — Sun, 25 Dec 2011 01:58:38 +0000

In this episode we explore the troubled production history of Ken Russell’s cosmic sci-fi drama, featuring early performances by William Hurt, Bob Balaban and Blair Brown along with innovative special effects by Dick Smith.

Show Links: Altered States (IMDB Entry), John Lilly Omni Interview