GRUESOME GUIDE to the TOP 10 HORROR MOVIES for MARCH 2021
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Release Date: 02/28/2021
AMITYVILLE 3-D (1983) - Episode 314 - Decades of Horror 1980s
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The 3D craze was brief in the 1980s and the output quality was questionable, but the run was fun for all the wrong reasons. Among Friday the 13th part III, Jaws 3D, and Parasite, was AMITYVILLE 3D and the Grue-Crew are ready to investigate all the shenanigans. The film is from accomplished director Richard Fleisher and the cast includes Tony Roberts, Tess Harper, Candy Clark, and Robert Joy. And, in an early role, Meg Ryan appears alongside Lori Loughlin. The film has an unjust bad reputation, but it's much better then you'd expect. Some of the effects are laughable, while others are downright...
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MADHOUSE (1974) - Episode 270 - Decades of Horror 1970s
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For this episode, Doc picks MADHOUSE (1974), an Amicus / AIP horror film with a notorious reputation. Who knew? On set conflicts, heavy editing from the production team, Dr. Phibes director drops out with a celebrated editor taking the reins, and a script that was being rewritten every day are just some of the things that troubled this shoot. But what does the film have going for it? At it's core, it is a splendid idea, the locations and designs are often well done, and the cast is remarkable: Vincent Price, Peter Cushing, Robert Quarry, and Adrienne Corri. And then there's the "horror icon"...
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MYSTERY OF THE WAX MUSEUM (1933) - Episode 231 - Decades of Horror: The Classic Era
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The Grue-Crew tackle the American pre-Code mystery-horror film directed by Michael Curtiz and starring Lionel Atwill, Fay Wray, Glenda Farrell, and Frank McHugh. That film is MYSTERY OF THE WAX MUSEUM (1933). Jeff invites a special guest-host and DoH Grue-Believer, Chris (ManCaveMan), to help better understand the special color process utilized to make this early color film. We also deep dive into the cast of characters, the taglines, marketing, and cast and crew. This episode (and this movie) should not be missed! Enjoy! MYSTERY OF THE WAX MUSEUM (1933) Episode 231 - Decades of Horror: The...
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THE SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE (1982) - Episode 313 - Decades of Horror 1980s
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Crystal picks the cult classic slasher film THE SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE (1982) for the Grue-Crew to review this week. This movie has some bizarre background and strong reactions. Does the film live up to its reputation? Does the film actually come across as either a parody or a feminist horror movie? The debate is on with this review as the crew also explores the taglines, the cast of characters, the promotion and posters along with the cast and crew. And what's up with the oversized drill with a never-draining battery? Huh, huh, huh? It's a great discussion and should not be missed. Enjoy! THE...
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SATAN'S SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (1973) - Episode 269 - Decades of Horror 1970s
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Bill and Jeff welcome guest-host Gregory Crosby to review the TV thriller SATAN'S SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (1973) directed by David Lowell Rich and produced by Aaron Spelling. The wonderful Pamela Franklin is in the lead, suffering the death of her sister, as she investigates the school her sister attended, convinced her death was a... murder. Jo Van Fleet is the headmistress, Roy Thinnes and Lloyd Bochner are some of the teachers. Kate Jackson, Cheryl Ladd, and Jamie Smith-Jackson are schoolmates. As Bill says in the review, "What the devil is going on?" Oh, that Bill... SATAN'S SCHOOL FOR GIRLS...
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THE VAMPIRE AND THE BALLERINA (1960) - Episode 230 - Decades of Horror: The Classic Era
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The Grue-Crew tackle the early Italian horror film THE VAMPIRE AND THE BALLERINA (1960, L'amante del vampiro) from director Renato Polselli. This is a first watch for each of the crew: Bill, Daphne, Doc, and Jeff. Walter Brandi makes for an interesting vampire appearing mostly in a oddly effective monster mask while Maria Luisa Rolando fills the role of Countess Aldo - also a vampire. Much of the film is reminiscent of the Dracula story but set near Rome, Italy, shot in the spectacular castle of Artena in 1959. This is a fun episode as we dive into the cast of characters, the posters, the...
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TETSUO: THE IRON MAN (1989) – Episode 312 – Decades of Horror 1980s
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Jeff, Bill, and Crystal are joined by Gregory Crosby to review the experimental, B&W, bizarre TETSUO-THE IRON MAN (1989). Enjoy as the Grue-Crew explore this difficult to explain classic. TETSUO: THE IRON MAN (1989) Episode 312 – Decades of Horror 1980s Quote: “Just show me. Nothing much scares me… Nothing shocks me…I told you I could take it. ” – girlfriend Synopsis: A businessman accidentally hits The Metal Fetishist, who gets his revenge by slowly turning the man into a grotesque hybrid of flesh and rusty metal. Writer/Director: Shin’ya Tsukamoto (also Producer,...
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BABA YAGA (1973) – Episode 268 – Decades of Horror 1970s
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The Grue-Crew tackle a bizarre, vaguely supernatural comic book adaptation BABA YAGA (1973) based on the works of Guido Crepax featuring his character Valentina (portrayed by Isabelle De Funès). In the story, Baba Yaga (Carroll Baker) is a mysterious witch occupying a creepy presumably abandoned mansion who sets her eyes on Valentina for a secretive agenda she may, or may not, share with the audience. The film is more of an artsy exploration of the source material featuring many of its exploitive aspects. Does it succeed as a horror (adjacent) movie? Does it adapt its source material in a...
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EVIL SPAWN (1987) - Episode 311 - Decades of Horror 1980s
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The Grue-Crew settle in to review EVIL SPAWN (1987) with special guest host Ralph Miller, who has a very special relationship with the movie. Written and directed by Kenneth J. Hall, the film features Bobbie Bresee as Lynn Roman facing an monstrous change and an aggressive appetite. Check the review to find out more. EVIL SPAWN (1987) Episode 311 - Decades of Horror 1980s Quote: "This sounds like something out of a bad science fiction film." - Lynn Synopsis: A scientist is using Microbes in experiments but dies before the work is finished. An aging actress injects herself the serum and the...
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ALUCARDA (1977) – Episode 267 – Decades of Horror 1970s
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With a film chosen by Jeff, the Grue-Crew tackle a bizarrely interesting vampire/possession/nun-sploitation film ALUCARDA (1977) from director Juan López Moctezuma. Tina Romero stars as the title character and makes a strong impression, the film firmly rests upon her shoulders. Bravo. Susana Kimini is Justine, Claudio Brook is both Dr. Oszek and the Hunchback Gypsy. Tina French is Sister Angélica. The film has a strong possession film atmosphere with a brilliant blood-soaked vampire segment, and a fiery Carrie-like ending. Check out what the Grue-Crew have to say. Enjoy. ALUCARDA (1977)...
info_outlineI am your host Doc Rotten and this is the GRUESOME GUIDE to Horror Movies for MARCH 2021. Back with me again are the scariest, goriest, bloodiest co-hosts on the 'Net. Joining me tonight is Podcasting Rock Star & International Cosplay Queen, Vanessa Thompson.
THE STYLIST - 03/01/2021
Synopsis: A lonely hairstylist becomes obsessed with the lives of her clients and descends into murderous madness.
Director: Jill Gevargizian
Writer: Jill Gevargizian
Cast: Brea Grant, Najarra Townsend, Laura Kirk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rhsc4eLVFO8
LUCKY - 03/04/2021
Synopsis: A suburban woman fights to be believed as she finds herself stalked by a threatening figure who returns to her house night after night. When she can't get help from those around her, she is forced to take matters into her own hands.
Director: Natasha Kermani
Writer: Brea Grant
Cast: Brea Grant, Hunter C. Smith, Kristina Klebe
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jqt5AwfSnzk
DREAMCATCHER - 03/05/2021
Synopsis: The film centers on two estranged sisters who, along with their friends, become entrenched in a 48 hour whirlwind of violence after a traumatic experience at an underground music festival.
Director: Jacob Johnston
Writer: Jacob Johnston
Cast: Lou Ferrigno Jr., Zachary Gordon, Adrienne Wilkinson
https://youtu.be/kXMQYF57I6s
THE DEVIL BELOW - 03/05/2021
Synopsis: There is an abandoned place nestled deep in the Appalachian country where underground coal mines have been ablaze for decades. When a team of researchers tries to find out how the fires started, they soon discover something more startling than the mystery that sent them there: they're not alone.
Director: Bradley Parker
Writer: Stefan Jaworski, Eric Scherbarth
Cast: Adan Canto, Will Patton, Jonathan Sadowski
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWLwzYXbFdo
SON - 03/05/2021
Synopsis: When a young boy contracts a mysterious illness, his mother must decide how far she will go to protect him from terrifying forces in her past.
Director: Ivan Kavanagh
Writer: Ivan Kavanagh
Cast: Emile Hirsch, Andi Matichak, Luke David Blumm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnjjaaUqmBs
STAY OUT OF THE ATTIC - 03/11/2021
Synopsis: A diverse group of ex-cons-turned-movers—played by Morgan Alexandria (Forever My Girl), Ryan Francis (Sisters), and Bryce Fernelius (Ruling of the Heart)—are convinced by their creepy client, Vern Muller (Michael Flynn, The Outpost), to pull an all-nighter for a generous pay bump. As the night progresses and rooms are cleared, they slowly uncover the horrors that exist inside his old Victorian mansion, including boobytraps, human experimentation, Nazi monsters and more. Will they survive the night? Written and directed by Jerren Lauder (Bug Bites).
Director: Jerren Lauder
Writer: Jerren Lauder
Cast: Ryan Francis, Morgan Alexandria, Bryce Fernelius
https://youtu.be/4I0pQaXFhl0
COSMIC SIN - 03/12/2021
Synopsis: Seven rogue soldiers launch a preemptive strike against a newly discovered alien civilization in the hopes of ending an interstellar war before it starts.
Director: Edward Drake
Writer: Edward Drake, Corey Large
Cast: Frank Grillo, Bruce Willis, Brandon Thomas Lee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HTWDnKs6hA
SLAXX - 03/18/2021
Synopsis: When a possessed pair of jeans begins to kill the staff of a trendy clothing store, it is up to Libby, an idealistic young salesclerk, to stop its bloody rampage.
Director: Elza Kephart
Writer: Patricia Gomez, Elza Kephart
Cast: Romane Denis, Brett Donahue, Sehar Bhojani
https://youtu.be/zbQ4Ak8HFlg
PHOBIAS - 03/19/2021
Synopsis: Five dangerous patients, suffering from extreme phobias at a government testing facility, are put to the ultimate test under the supervision of a crazed doctor and his quest to weaponize fear.
Director: Camilla Belle, Maritte Lee Go
Writer: Camilla Belle, Broderick Engelhard
Cast: Alexis Knapp, Charlotte McKinney, Lauren Miller Rogen
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfXwf-Ibh7I
GODZILLA VS KONG - 03/31/2021
Synopsis: The epic next chapter in the cinematic Monsterverse pits two of the greatest icons in motion picture history against one another - the fearsome Godzilla and the mighty Kong - with humanity caught in the balance.
Director: Adam Wingard
Writer: Eric Pearson (screenplay by), Max Borenstein (screenplay by)
Cast: Alexander Skarsgård, Millie Bobby Brown, Rebecca Hall
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odM92ap8_c0