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Eps 68 – The Purge: Anarchy – Horror News Radio

Posted in Articles, Featured Items, Horror News Radio, Podcasts by Doc Rotten - Jul 24, 2014

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The Purge: Anarchy (2014) picks up one year after the Purge presented last year except this entry follows Frank Grillo as Seargent Leo Barnes, a man on a mission to purge but runs into two sets of characters in deep doo doo deciding to help them survive the night. Capitalizing on the premise of The Purge, Anarchy takes the action to the streets to the satisfaction of the fans but forgets to bring characterization along with it. Hollow? Maybe. Action packed? You bet. Check out the review from the HNR grue-crew.

Dave ramps up the horror news of the week with bloody …

Eps 67 – Dawn of the Planet of the Apes – Horror News Radio

Posted in Articles, Featured Items, Horror News Radio, Podcasts by Doc Rotten - Jul 17, 2014

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Eps 67 – Dawn of the Planet of the Apes – Horror News Radio

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Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (2014) is the best example of a sequel done right! It perfectly expands and extends the marvelous Rise of the Planet of the Apes and intelligently provides the audience with a remarkable blend of action, drama, conflict and spectacle. The grue-crew gather to discuss the film and push for recognition for Andy Sirkis’ Oscar-worthy performance.

Dave ramps up the news of the week with reaction to the teaser trailer for Horns and news of Suburban Gothic. Thomas shares his mixed review of The Strain in this week’s What You Have Been Watching segment while Doc …

Eps 69 – Planet of the Apes from 1968 to 1973 the original five films – Monster Movie Podcast

Posted in Articles, Featured Items, Monster Movie, Podcasts by Doc Rotten - Jul 12, 2014

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Eps 69 – Planet of the Apes from 1968 to 1973 the original five films – Monster Movie Podcast

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Join us this week as we revisit and remember the original Planet of the Apes franchise, the first five classic sci-fi films. Planet of the Apes (1968), Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970), Escape from the Planet of the Apes (1971), Conquest of the Planet of the Apes (1972) and Battle for the Planet of the Apes (1973). Relive the the gripping stories, the incredible make-up and the memorable lines such as “Take your stinking paws off me, you damn dirty ape!” It’s all here along with a healthy dose of love for Roddy McDowall (Cornelius and Caesar).

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Eps 66 – Deliver Us From Evil – Horror News Radio

Posted in Articles, Featured Items, Horror News Radio, Podcasts by Doc Rotten - Jul 11, 2014

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Eps 66 – Deliver Us From Evil – Horror News Radio

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Deliver Us From Evil (2014) is the latest horror film from director Scott (Sinister) Derrickson about a cop (Eric Bana) who discovers a strange killer who may be possessed. Dave is ecstatic that the HNR crew is finally getting back to a full-fledged theatrical horror film; however, the box office results do not support that the audience was interested in seeing a blend of The Exorcist and Seven.

Dave ramps up the news of the week with The Guest, ABCs of Death 2 and Sharknado 2: The Second One while Santos continues with HNR’s popular segment of the show, Stump the Saint, featuring horror trivia questions …

Eps 68 – Gremlins (1984) – Celebrating 30 Years – Monster Movie Podcast

Posted in Articles, Featured Items, Monster Movie, Podcasts by Doc Rotten - Jul 05, 2014

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Eps 68 – Gremlins (1984) – Celebrating 30 Years – Monster Movie Podcast

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Join us this week as we revisit and remember the excellent of Gremlins (1984) for its 30th Anniversary on episode 68 of the Monster Movie Podcast. The podcast takes a loving and hilarious look back at Gizmo, Spike and Murray Futterman (Dick Miller). “Turn on all the lights, check all the closets and cupboards, look under all the beds, ’cause you never can tell there just might be a gremlin in your house.”

Thomas Mariani returns once again to celebrate horror comedy at its best with Gremlins (and Gremlins 2: The Next Batch) in order to share his love for a …

Eps 65 – Witching and Bitching – Horror News Radio

Posted in Articles, Featured Items, Horror News Radio, Podcasts by Doc Rotten - Jul 03, 2014

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Eps 65 – Witching and Bitching – Horror News Radio

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Witching and Bitching (2013 – Las brujas de Zugarramurdi) from director Alex de la Inglesia is destined to become a cult classic. It is a brilliant horror comedy that should not be missed. Doc, Thomas and Santos give the film rave reviews spotlighting many of the film’s biggest highlights.

Doc steps in once again for Dave this week to bring the news of the week with new horror trailers, a variety of horror sequel and remake announcements and a couple of upcoming horror movie blu-ray sets.

Co-hosts Doc Rotten, Santos (The Black Saint) Ellin Jr. and Thomas Mariani are back again this week to give you the …

Eps 64 – The Human Race – Game of Thrones – Horror News Radio

Posted in Articles, Featured Items, Horror News Radio, Podcasts by Doc Rotten - Jun 25, 2014

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Eps 64 – The Human Race – Game of Thrones – Horror News Radio

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The Human Race (2013) from director Paul Hough spins a combination of Battle Royale and Saw on its ears creating a terrifying tale that has Santos Ellin Jr. and Vixen singing its praises while Doc and Thomas are far less impressed. Kudos to Eddie McGee for portraying a complex heroic character. “Run or Die!”

Doc steps in for Dave this week to bring the news of the week with Robert Englund (returning as Freddy Kruger for one night only) , Paranormal Activity 5 and Z Nation while Thomas revisits season four of Game of Thrones in this week’s What Have You Been Watching segment. Doc …

Eps 63 – Willow Creek – Horror News Radio

Posted in Articles, Featured Items, Horror News Radio, Podcasts by Doc Rotten - Jun 17, 2014

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Eps 63 – Willow Creek – Horror News Radio

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Willow Creek (2013) is a found footage Bigfoot movie from Bobcat Goldthwait and the HNR crew are all over it. Alexie Gilmore and Bryce Johnson star in the film as a couple who travel into the woods near Willow Creek in search of Bigfoot…and find much, much more.

Dave ramps up the news of the week with American Horror Story: Freak Show, Dracula Untold and The Following while Thomas and Santos sit back to enjoy the animated critters found in How to Train Your Dragon 2 in this week’s What Have You Been Watching segment. Doc and Santos also recap the highlights from Bizarre AC horror …

Eps 62 – Edge of Tomorrow – Horror News Radio

Posted in Articles, Featured Items, Horror News Radio, Podcasts by Doc Rotten - Jun 11, 2014

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Eps 62 – Edge of Tomorrow – Horror News Radio

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Edge of Tomorrow (2014) may have flopped at the weekend box office but the HNR crew are generally enthusiastic about the film, its humor and Emily Blunt. Doug Liman directs and Tom Cruise stars along with Bill Paxton and Brendan Gleeson.

Dave ramps up the news of the week with Harbinger Down, The Stand and Rob Zombie while Santos continues with HNR’s newest segment of the show, Stump the Saint, featuring horror trivia questions provided by you, the Horror News Radio listener!

Co-hosts Doc Rotten, Santos (The Black Saint) Ellin Jr., Dave Dreher and Thomas Mariani are back again this week to give you the best in horror as they …

Eps 67 – Ghostbusters (1984) – Celebrating 30 Years – Monster Movie Podcast

Posted in Articles, Featured Items, Monster Movie by Doc Rotten - Jun 08, 2014

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Eps 67 – Ghostbusters (1984) – Celebrating 30 Years – Monster Movie Podcast

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Join us this week as we revisit and remember the excellent of Ghostbusters (1984) for its 30th Anniversary on episode 67 of the Monster Movie Podcast. The podcast takes a loving and hilarious look back at Dr. Peter Venkman, Dr. Raymond Stanz and Dr. Egon Spengler as they are joined by Winston Zeddemore to save Dana Barrett (and, yes, Louis Tully) from the world conquering Gozer.

This episode also marks the return of co-host Thomas Mariani who first visited the show one year ago. Coincidence? We think not. Wha? C’mon, just play along here.

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