Darkman & The Invisible Ray: Rising Super Villains & Tragic Antiheroes | MAD SCIENCE Pt 6
Release Date: 11/21/2024
Darkman & The Invisible Ray: Rising Super Villains & Tragic Antiheroes | MAD SCIENCE Pt 6
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This week on Journey Through Sci-Fi, we’re disussing a couple of scientists who lose the plot thanks to their own experiments. First up, it’s a 1930s classic—The Invisible Ray (1936)—where Boris Karloff and Bela Lugosi team up for a tale of cosmic rays, glowing death touches, and some tense scientific rivalry. Then, we fast-forward to Sam Raimi’s Darkman (1990), where Liam Neeson stars as a disfigured anti-hero who takes matters (and masks) into his own hands after a lab explosion. We’re unpacking the film history, the genre tropes, and why these stories of mad science still hold...
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Doctor X & Time After Time: Cannibals, Time-Traveling Killers and Synthetic Flesh!| MAD SCIENCE Pt 5
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In this week’s episode of Journey Through Sci-Fi, we're taking a look into the minds of scientists on the trail of killers and unraveling the mysterious motives of mad doctors! Join us as we explore Doctor X (1932), directed by Michael Curtiz. The pre-Code thriller in which Dr. Xavier and his team of scientists search for the notorious "Moon Killer." Then, we fast-forward to Time After Time (1979), where H.G. Wells must hunt down Jack the Ripper in 1970s San Francisco. Visit our website Follow us on Add us on Like us on Follow us on Support the...
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Future Frontiers: Dune Prophecy Predictions, Is Megalopolis Better Than They Say, and Venom’s Surprising Third Act
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In this month's Future Frontiers bonus episode, we're diving into the sci-fi screenings we caught in October and sharing our thoughts on Megalopolis, Joker: Folie à Deux, Venom 3: The Last Dance, The Wild Robot, and Transformers One. We’re also spotlighting our indie pick for November, Things Will Be Different, directed by Michael Felker, a frequent collaborator of Benson and Moorhead. Looking ahead, we’re gearing up for November’s big releases, with early thoughts on Dune: Prophecy, Silo Season 2, and Red One. Join us for all the latest sci-fi buzz in this month's Future Frontiers....
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The Island of Lost Souls (1932) & The Island of Dr. Moreau (1996): Mad Experiments & Even MADDER Production Stories | MAD SCIENCE Pt 4
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This week on Journey Through Sci-Fi, we cover another of H.G. Wells' works brought to the big screen—The Island of Dr. Moreau—and examine two film adaptations: Island of Lost Souls (1932) and The Island of Dr. Moreau (1996). One is a haunting masterpiece from the 1930s, known for its eerie atmosphere and groundbreaking makeup effects, while the other is infamous for its chaotic production, behind-the-scenes drama, and a story as wild as the mad science it depicts. NB: We also make a lot of references to Lost Soul: The Doomed Journey of Richard Stanley's Island of Dr....
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The Invisible Man 1933 & 2020: Universal Monster Meets Modern Madness | MAD SCIENCE Pt 3
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On this episode of Journey Through Sci-Fi, we cover The Invisible Man from the father of sci-fi himself ,H.G. Wells. We’re tackling both the 1933 classic movie directed by James Whale and the 2020 modern reimagining from Leigh Whannell. From groundbreaking special effects to intense psychological horror, we explore how this sci-fi mad scientist evolved across the decades. Visit our website Follow us on Add us on Like us on Follow us on Support the podcast on
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Future Frontiers: October Sci-Fi Releases, Listener Questions, and Upcoming Films!
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This week, we’re kicking off a brand-new monthly special on the podcast—Future Frontiers! Join us as we gaze into the crystal ball of October to uncover all the exciting sci-fi coming your way! We’ll be diving into the month’s lineup on both our main feed and Patreon so you can get a head start on your film homework! We’ll keep you up to date with the latest movies hitting cinemas in October and share our current TV obsessions and must-watch recommendations. Plus, we’ll be opening up our mailbag! We’ll answer some of your sci-fi questions, hear your recommendations, and...
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Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde 1912 & 1931: Cinema’s First Split Personality | MAD SCIENCE Pt 2
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In this episode of Journey Through Sci-Fi, we dive into the cinematic history of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. From the early 1912 silent film to the groundbreaking 1931 adaptation, we explore how filmmakers brought Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic story to life on screen. We’ll break down the incredible visual effects, dive into the pre-code era’s bold storytelling, and discuss why this tale of good versus evil became a cornerstone of genre cinema. Join us for a deep dive into one of film history’s most iconic transformations! Visit our website Follow us on Add us on ...
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Frankenstein on Film: Unraveling the Legacy of the 1910 & 1931 Adaptations | MAD SCIENCE Pt 1
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Join us on a new journey through sci-fi as we dive into the sub genre of Mad Science. In our first episode, we explore Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, often seen as the first science fiction novel. We'll discuss Shelley’s inspirations and examine two early film adaptations: the 1910 silent film and the iconic 1931 version by James Whale and Universal pictures. Discover how these adaptations shaped the "mad scientist" trope and influenced sci-fi cinema. Let the madness begin! Visit our website Follow us on Add us on Like us on Follow us on Support the...
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5 Years of Sci-Fi: Introducing Our New Series & September Lineup
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We're celebrating 5 years of Journey Through Sci-Fi with some big news! In this special episode, we're unveiling our next subgenre for the podcast and teasing what’s coming up on the main podcast and over on Patreon this September. Needless to say, we’ve got an incredible selection of sci-fi films and TV to dive into and can't wait for you to join us for the next Journey Through Sci-Fi. Visit our website Follow us on Add us on Like us on Follow us on Support the podcast on
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Space Opera Series Wrap-Up: Celebrating the Best of the Genre | SPACE OPERA Pt 27
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After 27 episodes and 54 films and TV shows, we’ve finally reached the conclusion of our epic series on Space Opera! To celebrate, we’re recapping it all with the Journey Through Sci-Fi awards show, where we dish out some well-deserved awards to our favorite films and shows from this series. We’ll reflect on what we’ve learned along the way and share some of the highlights that made this journey so memorable. Plus, we’ll dip into our mailbag to hear what you, our listeners, have thought of the series and get your recommendations for other Space Opera shows and films that deserve a...
info_outlineThis week on Journey Through Sci-Fi, we’re disussing a couple of scientists who lose the plot thanks to their own experiments. First up, it’s a 1930s classic—The Invisible Ray (1936)—where Boris Karloff and Bela Lugosi team up for a tale of cosmic rays, glowing death touches, and some tense scientific rivalry. Then, we fast-forward to Sam Raimi’s Darkman (1990), where Liam Neeson stars as a disfigured anti-hero who takes matters (and masks) into his own hands after a lab explosion.
We’re unpacking the film history, the genre tropes, and why these stories of mad science still hold up. So grab your goggles and join us for another double dose of sci-fi madness.
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