Episodes
Sunday Aug 07, 2022
Desperate Hours [1990]
Sunday Aug 07, 2022
Sunday Aug 07, 2022
Welcome to the MMC, on this episode Hunter and Stu discuss the Michael Cimino / Mickey Rourke super flop from 1990 - Desperate Hours.
We look at the enigma that is Michael Cimino, his heavily troubled productions, along with a discussion on the as equally self sabotaging Mickey Rourke.
A film that was such a dud upon release, it played theatrically for one week. What did we think of it though? Well, you'll have to find out.
Also, there is a major announcement for the MMC for the month of September,
Enjoy
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Sunday Jul 31, 2022
The Death Of The Variety Show
Sunday Jul 31, 2022
Sunday Jul 31, 2022
Hey fam, were back with another episode, and on this one, Stu and John delve into a style of television show that is sadly, long gone - The Variety Show.
We look at the variety show in general, and it's demise, whilst reviewing 2 Variety Shows, from 2 sides of the world.
First off, we head to America, and look at the excellent 'Sha Na Na' (an episode from 1979). We discuss, how an unlikely group of guys, performing Doo-Wop songs of the 50's and 60's, managed to become huge via their breakout performance at Woodstock, and of course their television show (which ran for 4 seasons by the way).
And finally we head all the way to Australia, and discuss an episode (from June 1980) of the incredibly popular 'The Don Lane Show'. For those of you unfamiliar with Don Lane (which would be a vast majority of you) fear not, Stu gives you all the info you need on him, his talent, and of course his incredible partnership with his sidekick (and closest friend) the legendary Bert Newton. We look at how a lanky New Yorker, managed to find himself a new home, in Australia, and become one of the true giants of television.
Sit back, and listen, as we discuss these fantastic couple of shows, and the lost art of the Variety Show.
Enjoy
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Thursday Jul 21, 2022
Sidekicks [1992]
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
What's up fam? The MMC are back with a new episode for ya, and on this one we look at the family oriented Chuck Norris film SIDEKICKS.
We discuss this fun family film, along with talk of Chuck's extensive career, and of course, there are various tangents also, including a very lengthy Godzilla tangent.
Sit back, relax, and listen (or watch) as we talk all things CHUCK
Enjoy
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Thursday Jul 14, 2022
All Filler, No Killer Part IV
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Hey gang, were back with a new episode, on this one Stu and John are joined by none other than... Hunter.
Yep folks, Hunter is now back from paternity leave, and to kick off us being a 3 piece again, we decided to do another All Filler, No Killer.
For those of you who found us on YouTube, this is not like a Leonard Part 6 joke, no, we've actually done 3 of these before, you can find them on our website link below.
So what are All Filler, No Killer episodes? Simply put - rants, whatever is on our mind, whatever is happening in the world. no film discussion on these, however, there is an almighty tirade of about 30 minutes on the newly dropped trailer for Rob Zombies 'The Munsters' film.
What did we say? listen on and find out.
Enjoy.
Post Rue Britannia song 'Boris Johnson is a Fucking Cunt' by Kunt and the Gang. Go support Kunt by going to his Spotify page and giving him a follow.
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Tuesday Jul 05, 2022
My Case Comes Up Next Thursday: The Crimes of Jimmy Savile
Tuesday Jul 05, 2022
Tuesday Jul 05, 2022
What's up gang? We're back with a new episode. On this one, John is absent, and Hunter is still away, so Stu enlists the help of the Nes - Anthony Nesbitt, to discuss the disturbing, and sickening crimes of one of Britains most loved entertainers - Jimmy Savile.
Be warned, this discussion gets quite graphic, as Savile's crimes are quite simply - shocking. This episode is absolutely NSFW and not safe for young people to be listening to.
Also, at the start of the episode, there is a bit of important MMC housekeeping raised for you all to digest. And, we now have a ko.fi donation page. All of that explained in the housekeeping section.
If you do wish to donate to help keep the now 12 year run of the MMC going, please consider donating a few bucks to help out with running costs.
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Prime-Time Crime Month: Episode 03 - Kolchak: The Night Stalker
Tuesday Jun 28, 2022
Tuesday Jun 28, 2022
Hey all, here we are, a couple of days and a missing episode later. All will be explained at the start of the show as to why this series is now only 3 episodes and not 4.
Anyhow, on this third and final episode for Prime-Time Crime Month, John and Stu look at the excellent supernatural crime series - Kolchak The Night Stalker. With this one, we discuss episode 09 in the series - The Spanish Moss Murders. An interesting tale, which may have just influenced a very successful horror film franchise out there.
Also, Stu has FINALLY upgraded his equipment, and now, no longer sounds like he is in a toilet somewhere.
We'll be back next week with a new episode, and it is gonna be a belter.
Marvellous, Marvellous.
Enjoy.
Sunday Jun 19, 2022
Prime-Time Crime Month: Episode 02 - The Magician
Sunday Jun 19, 2022
Sunday Jun 19, 2022
What's up fam, continuing our dedicated month of June to Prime-Time Crime Shows, Stu and John delve into the magical world of, well, magic. The guys look at the blink-and-you'll-miss-it Bill Bixby show from the early 70's 'The Magician'.
A show about a Magician who tackles crime? How good can that be? Well we're here to give you the lowdown on it. Bill Bixby was one of THE icons of 70's television (and the 60's for that matter). So how does 'The Magician' stack up against 'My Favourite Martian' 'The Courtship of Eddie's Father' and of course 'The Incredible Hulk'? Listen on and find out.
Enjoy.
Sunday Jun 12, 2022
Prime-Time Crime Month: Episode 01 - Kojak
Sunday Jun 12, 2022
Sunday Jun 12, 2022
Hey gang, after a little bit of an absence (reason explained in the episode) Stu and John (no Hunter, again that is explained in the episode also) decided to dedicate June as Prime-Time Crime Month.
On this first episode, we look at an episode of Kojak, and discuss its place among 70's television shows. We also look at Kojak himself - Telly Savalas, and his ladies man appeal.
We'll be back with a new episode not far behind this one, until then enjoy yourself some Kojak - MMC style.
Sunday May 29, 2022
Minder on the Orient Express [1985]
Sunday May 29, 2022
Sunday May 29, 2022
What's up fam? New episode for you all, and in Hunter's absence, we have landed the mysterious enigma that is The Nes AKA Anthony Nesbitt. That voice you hear on our Rue Britannia segment, is on camera, finally unveiled.
Stu, John and Nes discuss the classic television series Minder and it's 1985 Christmas Special film 'Minder on the Orient Express'.
We also get into various other British television shows, and dive into the world of Minder too.
Sit back and enjoy this historic episode. 3 hosts, 3 different countries, 3 very different time zones.
Cheers
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Tuesday May 17, 2022
Licence To Kill [1989]
Tuesday May 17, 2022
Tuesday May 17, 2022
Hey gang, we're back with a new episode, and on this one, the three of us are again joined by Eric Zaldivar (again, in voice only) to discus what is by far the most violent of all the James Bond films - Licence to Kill.
We discuss the film, Timothy Dalton as Bond during his tenure, and we do a few Bond rankings along the way.
Sit back, relax and watch (or listen) along with us, as we delve into the world of Bond, and Licence To Kill
SANCHISS!!
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Tuesday May 10, 2022
The Batman [2022]
Tuesday May 10, 2022
Tuesday May 10, 2022
Hey friends, we're back with a new episode, and on this one, the 3 of us, along with (in voice only) Eric Zaldivar, discuss the new Batman film. How does a near 3 hour Batman film hold up, and does a superhero film need to be 3 hours?
We also discuss where this Batman film ranks along side the other Batman films.
Enjoy
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
Jimmy Wang Yu Remembered
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
This week, Hunter and John are joined by returning guest Chris Poggiali to discuss the career of late martial arts movie star Jimmy Wang Yu.
Myths are debunked, narratives are busted, and a legend is put into perspective as we dig in to this martial arts movie hero.
Enjoy
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Wednesday Apr 20, 2022
Hound of the Baskervilles [1959]
Wednesday Apr 20, 2022
Wednesday Apr 20, 2022
Hey friends, back with a new episode, and for the first time in a few weeks, all 3 of us are on, so we decided now was as good a time as any, to discuss the 1959 Hammer adaptation of 'Hound of the Baskervilles'.
We also discuss other films in the Hammer filmography, along with our Whip out your Junk segment, and Rue, Britannia with The Nes.
Enjoy.
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Friday Apr 08, 2022
Hudson Hawk [1991]
Friday Apr 08, 2022
Friday Apr 08, 2022
On this episode, Stu and John discuss the 1991 Bruce-Willis-cashing-in-his-chips mega flop HUDSON HAWK. We talk how Willis, who was at the top of his game in 1991, decided to do this turkey as his pet project... but is it as bad as they say? Well you'll have to find our for yourself.
As usual, there are tangents abound, and also, FINALLY, Anthony's RUE BRITANNIA segment returns!!! It all makes for another fun filled MMC Episode.
Enjoy
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Thursday Apr 07, 2022
Longarm
Thursday Apr 07, 2022
Thursday Apr 07, 2022
This week, John flies solo (No Hunter OR Stu this week for the first time ever on the MMC) So he and MMC stalwart Eric Zaldivar dive into the Longarm paperback franchise, an adult western series that produced an astounding 468 volumes and spanned across four decades of publishing.
In addition to discussing such sophisticated literature, we review the very rare Longarm tv movie adaptation from 1988. Plenty of talk about the western genre, the Sam Elliott vs. Jane Campion feud and much more.
Enjoy
Saturday Mar 26, 2022
World of Drunken Master [1979]
Saturday Mar 26, 2022
Saturday Mar 26, 2022
Hey gang, we're back with a new episode. On this one Stu and John are joined by the mysterious Frank Blackman (who agreed to show only part of his face) to talk the 1979 Joseph Kuo film World of Drunken Master. An obvious knock off of the Jackie Chan smash hit from the year earlier, this one is a much more comical approach to the style of Drunken Master, but, is it as good as the mighty 7 Grandmasters? Listen on and find out.
Friday Mar 18, 2022
Flash Gordon [1980]
Friday Mar 18, 2022
Friday Mar 18, 2022
Hey friends, we're back with a new episode. This week, the 3 of us look at the 1980 classic (or non classic depending who you are) FLASH GORDON.
Here we look at it's troubled production, and if the film, 42 years on, even holds up to this day.
See ya next week
Sunday Mar 06, 2022
Django & Django
Sunday Mar 06, 2022
Sunday Mar 06, 2022
Hey friends, we're back with a new episode. On this one, Hunter, John and Eric Zaldivar (no Stu this week) discuss the brand new documentary Django & Django.
This documentary, is a look at Sergio Corbucci's Django series, featuring video store wunder nerd himself - Quentin Tarantino. Plenty of tidbits, and rants abound.
Enjoy
See you next episode.
Sunday Feb 27, 2022
Carry On Cowboy
Sunday Feb 27, 2022
Sunday Feb 27, 2022
Hey friends, after nearly a month absence (sorry fam, it's been hectic AF at MMC headquarters) we're back with our second episode for 2022.
On this one, Hunter, John and Stu cover, for the first time ever, in our nearly 12 year history, a Carry On film. A series loved by 2 of us, and completely foreign territory to another. We look at what is considered one of the premiere Carry On films in the (very lengthy) series.
Again, we apologise for the absence. We have a slew of episodes in the can and recorded, so we will be back to our regular weekly schedule. Thanks for sticking with us.
Cheers
The MMC
NB: No 'Rue Britannia' segment this week, or possibly the next few weeks. Technical difficulties at the MMC UK branch. Hopefully back sooner rather than later.
Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
The Great Rock ’N’ Roll Swindle [1980]
Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
We are back for our first episode of 2022. On this one, we discuss the mockumentary film , the Sex Pistols 'The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle. Publicly despised by Johnny Rotten, and dismissed by the rest of the Sex Pistols, we look at the (mostly) fictional telling of the Sex Pistols story, through their notorious manager Malcolm McLaren.
Masterfully directed by legendary filmmaker Julien Temple, this film is an oddity, and a must watch, even for non Pistols fans, if not for for its visuals, and the very limited footage available of Sid Vicious.
It's an obnoxious, bawdy and shocking tale, but one that must be seen. Thanks for sticking with us in the off period, we are back at normal transmission.
Cheers
The MMC
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Monday Jan 10, 2022
Monday Jan 10, 2022
Hey gang, a special surprise for you all. A few weeks back, the MMC were guests on the most excellent Watch This Movie podcast, we discussed Die Hard 2, our favourite Christmas films, oh and we managed to shoe horn in a bunch of tangents.
It all makes for 2 hours and 40 minutes of great banter with Eric and Wolfie (2 really cool guys who you have heard here before)
Now while Christmas may be over, doesn't mean you cannot still enjoy this. Sit back and enjoy.
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Laterz
Thursday Dec 23, 2021
A Pistol For Ringo
Thursday Dec 23, 2021
Thursday Dec 23, 2021
For our Christmas special, John, Hunter, and Eric discuss the Christmas-themed spaghetti western, “A Pistol for Ringo,” a genre rarity indeed! Enjoy, and Merry Christmas!
Tuesday Dec 14, 2021
The Man from Hong Kong
Tuesday Dec 14, 2021
Tuesday Dec 14, 2021
Hey friends, back with a new episode. On this one, Hunter and John discuss the 1975 Strayan action flick - The Man from Hong Kong. Starring the blink-and-you'll-miss-him-James-Bond George Lazenby, and the impossibly difficult Jimmy Wang Yu, directed by Leprechaun 3 master filmmaker Brian Trenchard-Smith.
The lads talk about Wang Yu, a lot about BT-S, and lament what would have been for the ex car salesman turned one time James Bond actor Lazenby.
Enjoy this 'un folks.
The MMC
Thursday Dec 09, 2021
Straight Time
Thursday Dec 09, 2021
Thursday Dec 09, 2021
Hey fam, back with a new one. On this episode, the three of us look at the little known, but absolutely dynamic Dustin Hoffman film from 1978 - Straight Time.
Featuring a knockout performance by Hoffman, (one of his best) along with a string of more than noteworthy other cast performances. This is one definitely worth checking out.
As usual, we have our Whip out your junk and Rue, Brittania segments. We are also on Youtube if you want to watch this episode, and see us in all our glory.
See ya next episode
The MMC
Wednesday Dec 01, 2021
Winners and Sinners
Wednesday Dec 01, 2021
Wednesday Dec 01, 2021
Hey friends, we're back with a new episode. On this one Stu and John look at the 1983 (mostly) comedy / action film from Sammo Hung - Winners and Sinners.
We talk about this film, along with other Sammo Hung / Jackie Chan collaborations, and the talented cast associated with this film.
See ya next episode
The MMC
Thursday Nov 18, 2021
The Farmer (1977)
Thursday Nov 18, 2021
Thursday Nov 18, 2021
Hey friends, we're back with a new episode, and on this one, we are joined by Eric Zaldivar and special guest author Chris Pogialli, to discuss the rarely seen film from 1977 - The Farmer.
It's an interesting discussion about a wildly violent film, that has yet to ever receive a home video release on any format (that we are aware of anyway).
We want to thank Chris and Eric for joining us on this one. The new segments are here also - Whip out your Junk and Rue, Britannia.
Enjoy
Friday Nov 12, 2021
Whip out your Junk
Friday Nov 12, 2021
Friday Nov 12, 2021
Hey friends, we're back with a new episode, and a new format. Whilst you are listening to this on your usual streaming haunts, you can now watch this very episode on youtube. Yes, that's right, what you are hearing, you can actually watch Hunter, John and Stu recording it.
Anyway, on this episode, we whip out our junk, not like that!! No, we show you our purchases over the last month. Why do this type of episode you ask? Well, this will be a new weekly feature we will be doing, whilst this is a full length version of it, from here on in, it'll be a mini segment on the MMC, this is just a primer for what to expect.
Speaking of new segments. We also have a new segment. Rue, Britannia. Our weekly British news and general musings, from the desk of none other than the man himself Anthony Nesbitt AKA The Nes.
We are very excited about this new leap we are taking - but fear not - the audio version you are accustomed will always be available too, it's just that now, we have added another element - video.
Anyway, enjoy, link to the youtube version is HERE. Head on over there, like and subscribe to show the MMC some love.
Sunday Oct 31, 2021
The Psycho Sequels
Sunday Oct 31, 2021
Sunday Oct 31, 2021
Hey friends, this week we finish off our Horror month. The MMC are joined by Eric Zaldivar, jumping back in on Mother's rocking chair, to look at the Psycho Sequels.
We don't cover the original Psycho at all (albeit a brief 2 minute discussion on it), but we do go in depth about Psycho II, III and IV.
So, how do these sequels stack up, against the granddaddy of all horror films? well, you may just be surprised at our opinions. We also throw in tidbits of knowledge about the making of these films.
Please note, there are NO tangents on this episode whatsoever. We do have tangents, but they are not on this episode, instead you can find them as seperate pieces on our Soundcloud page (bet you didn't know we had one of those did you hmm?)
You go to our Soundcloud page HERE to listen to the tangents (and some others we have posted years ago)
Having said all that, make yourself some tea, pop on your Periwinkle Blue dress and wig, and listen on with us.
Enjoy
Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
The Fog and Prom Night (with Watch this Movie)
Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
Hey fam, well we got a special one for you this week. Not only do we have a horror double feature we're covering, it's also a podcast double feature. That's right, we were lucky to have our friends over at the Watch this Movie podcast on with us.
We are joined by Mulder and Wolfie to look at two films from 1980, both starring Jamie Lee Curtis (even if she is completely off her face throughout them)
This is a very lengthy episode, with quite a few tangents (we couldn't help ourselves) and a lot of laughs, good times with these guys, our paths will cross again. Thanks fellas for being on with us.
So grab your favourite snacks and beverage and listen on with us, we'll be back to complete Horror month on the MMC here on Halloween.
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Cheers
The MMC
Tuesday Oct 19, 2021
Shadow of the Vampire
Tuesday Oct 19, 2021
Tuesday Oct 19, 2021
Hey friends, horror month continues on the MMC, and this week we take a look at the little independent film, that dares to ask - Was Max Schreck REALLY a vampire? Producer Nicolas Cage, actors John Malkovich and Willem Dafoe, along with out there filmmaker E. Elias Merhige pose this question in Shadow of the Vampire.
As to be expected, this episode DOES have talk about the film... but there are tangents in between, you know the drill.
Back next week with a massive episode, including our 2 friends from the always excellent Watch This Movie podcast. For now though, enjoy this 'un
Cheers
The MMC