Midnight Viewing

 WARNING! This episode of the Weekly Roundup is not only out early, it's filled with secrets! So if you don't know anything about Weapons or Alien Earth, turn back now. Ripley and Father Malone will be back with a proper show that's spoiler free next time. But you've been warned about this one. 00:00 Introduction and Spoiler Alert 01:25 Corrections and Clarifications 05:11 Spoiler Philosophy and U...

In this episode of 'Midnight Viewing,' hosts Father Malone, Chris, and Mike delve into two episodes from season four of George Romero's 'Tales from the Dark Side.' They first examine 'No Strings,' the Halloween episode centered on a macabre marionette performance for a mafia boss. The discussion then shifts to 'The Grave Robber,' a darkly comedic take on Egyptology featuring cartoonish characters...

In this week's episode of Father Malone's Weekly Roundup, we explore the themes of parasites and fairytales. We've got Pen Pals from Around the World. The episode provides a deep dive into the Alien franchise, critiquing films such as 'Alien,' 'Aliens,' 'Prometheus,' 'Covenant,' and the new TV adaptation 'Alien Earth' by Noah Hawley. We also review the horror film 'Weapons,' directed by Zach Cregg...

In this episode, the hosts discuss 'Predator 2,’ the 1990 sequel directed by Stephen Hopkins. They highlight both the effective and disappointing aspects of the movie, including standout scenes like the slaughterhouse sequence and the final showdown in the Predator's ship. The episode also examines the film's impact on the greater Predator lore, connecting it to other series entries such as 'Prey....

In this episode of The Weekly Roundup, Father Malone and Ms. Ripley Jean touch on the legacy of Robert E. Howard's 'Conan the Barbarian,' including its adaptations and influence in pop culture. They also highlight the new body horror film 'Together' with Alison Brie and Dave Franco. 00:00 Welcome Back Midnight Viewers 01:35 Patreon Shoutouts and New Shows  05:13 Diving into Conan the Barbarian 14:...

In this episode of Midnight Viewing, the hosts examine two episodes from the final season of George Romero's TV series 'Tales from the Dark Side.' The first episode, 'The Spirit Photographer,' revolves around a paranormal investigator who creates a device to photograph ghosts, leading to various twists and a surprising revelation. The second episode, 'The Moth,' features Jane Manning as a mother w...

The Weekly Roundup will be back next week. In its stead, please enjoy a preview of our exclusive patreon show HP Hates Me where frequent cohost HP tries to kill me with the most outre entertainment available. In this episode, the hosts delve into Billy Crystal's 1986 HBO special 'Don't Get Me Started,' dissecting its mockumentary-style first half featuring interactions with comedic names like Chri...

Father Malone & HP discuss Predator - the movie's plot, character dynamics, iconic design, and behind-the-scenes insights. They cover Arnold Schwarzenegger's role, the direction of John McTiernan, Stan Winston's influential creature design, and the impact of the movie's cast. They also touch upon the cultural and cinematic importance of 'Predator,' comparing it to other action films from the p...

Fantastic Four First Steps - A Roundup In this crossover episode of Midnight Viewing, The Culture Cast, and The Projection Booth, hosts Father Malone, Chris Stachiw, and Mike White discuss the latest film, 'Fantastic Four First Steps.' The episode begins with Father Malone recapping Comic-Con highlights, including new trailers for 'Tron Aries' and the 'Alien Earth' TV series. They then delve into...

In this episode of Midnight Viewing, hosts Father Malone and HP delve into the first unreleased cinematic live-action iteration of the Fantastic Four from 1994. Featuring discussions on the film's production challenges, earnest performances, and unique aspects like its costume designs and original score, they reflect on its legacy as a cult curiosity. The hosts also ponder the film's potential had...

In this episode of 'Father Malone's Weekly Roundup,' Father Malone and co-host Ms. Ripley dive into  'Dexter: Resurrection' and an in-depth discussion of 'The Sandman,' including its comic book origins, the Netflix adaptation, and the controversies surrounding its creator, Neil Gaiman.  00:00 Introduction and Instagram Troubles 02:11 Paramount and CBS  04:23 Dexter Resurrection  12:46 Sandman  24:...

In this episode of Midnight Viewing, hosts Chris, Mike White, and Father Malone review the first two episodes of the final season of George Romero's 'Tales From the Darkside'. They discuss 'Beetles' featuring an Egyptian-themed plot and 'Mary Mary,' an unusual episode about a woman who becomes a mannequin.  00:00 Introduction to Midnight Viewing 00:38 Review of 'Beetles' Episode 02:06 Discussion o...

In this special crossover episode of 'Midnight Viewing, The Kulturecast and The Projection Booth, hosts Father Malone, Mike White and Chris discuss the 2025 film 'Superman' directed by DC's Honcho  James Gunn. The conversation covers their personal histories with Superman, detailed critiques of the film, its cast, the balance between corporate media, fan expectations, and the new direction of the...

In this episode, Father Malone and HP dive into the listener-chosen musical, *Little Shop of Horrors*. They explore its origins from the 1960 Roger Corman film to the 1982 off-Broadway musical by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken, and its 1986 big-budget film adaptation directed by Frank Oz. They discuss the standout performances by Rick Moranis, Ellen Greene, and Steve Martin, as well as the innovati...

  In this week's episode of Father Malone's Weekly Roundup, Father Malone and Miss Ripley Jean discuss the disappointing aspects of the Jurassic World franchise. They contrast this cinematic low point with the 1988 film 'Miracle Mile,' reflecting on its poignant narrative and the personal paranoia of the Cold War era. 00:00 Welcome to Father Malone's Weekly Roundup 01:24 New York City and Randomne...

In this episode of Fusco Fest, hosts Father Malone and HP celebrate the return of their series by diving into the adventure film 'Hidalgo' (2004) directed by Joe Johnston and written by John Fusco. They discuss the brilliance of the cast including Vigo Mortenson, Omar Sharif, and a host of character actors like JK Simmons and C. Thomas Howell. They touch upon plot elements such as Frank Hopkins' p...

Greetings Midnight Viewers. And welcome to a preview of our first Patreon Only Subscriber Series: Cable Box Theater. On this episode, hosts Father Malone and HP delve into the history of HBO's first broadcast on November 8, 1972, and transitions into an in-depth discussion of the 1982 stage adaptation of 'Wait Until Dark' starring Stacey Keach and Katherine Ross. Father Malone and H.P. explore the...

In this episode of Father Malone's weekly Roundup, Father Malone, accompanied by his pug Ripley Jean, delves into the world of  the 28 Days Later series, covering themes of rage, virus-induced zombie behavior, and the shift in tone in the latest film towards a more contemplative narrative. The episode concludes with a spoiler-heavy discussion of the plot twists in '28 Years Later,'  00:00 Introduc...

The Weekly Roundup presents an episode of Astounding Tales of the Public Domain with Father Malone. The story is A Bad Day for Sales by Fritz Leiber. The Roundup proper will be back soon. Stay safe. Father Malone @FatherMalone FatherMalone71@gmail.com patreon.com/fathermalone Astounding Tales of the Public Domain https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astounding-tales-of-the-public-domain--5718389

In this episode of the 'Midnight Viewing' hosts Mike White, Chris Stachiw, and Father Malone analyze the last two episodes of 'Tales from the Dark Side' Season 3. They discuss 'Let the Games Begin', an episode about an angel and a demon vying for a salesman's soul, and 'The Enormous Radio', which explores the ramifications of a radio that eavesdrops on neighbors' conversations.  00:00 Introduction...

In this week's episode of Father Malone's Midnight Roundup, Father Malone and co-host Ms. Ripley Jean dive deep into the Predator franchise, analyzing subsequent sequels, including 'Predator 2,' 'Predators,' and discussing 'Alien vs. Predator' and 'Requiem.' The hosts also highlight recent entries like 'Prey' and the animated 'Predator: Killer of Killers.' 00:00 Introduction and Welcome  01:34 Sup...

=Father Malone and Ms. Ripley Jean host a special episode of the weekly roundup with guest H P from the Night Mr. Walters - a Taxi podcast. They discuss the unusual  1983 Yummy Awards— a peculiar TV special featuring various NBC stars presenting awards to cartoon characters, a mix of old-time children's entertainers, and superheroes in low-budget costumes.  00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:26 Las...

hosts Father Malone and HP, from Noise Junkies, delve into 'Loch Ness' (1996), a film written by John Fusco and directed by John Henderson. The movie, starring Ted Danson, Jolie Richardson, Ian Holm, and James Frain, follows a disgraced cryptozoologist's journey to Loch Ness to debunk the myth of the Loch Ness Monster. The hosts discuss the film's plot, characters, and performances, with particula...

In this episode of the Midnight Viewing podcast, hosts Father Malone, Mike White, and Chris Stachiw discuss two episodes from season three of George A. Romero's series, 'Tales from the Dark Side.' The episodes under review are 'Everybody Needs a Little Love' and 'Auld Acquaintances.'  00:00 Introduction to Midnight Viewing 00:34 Everybody Needs a Little Love  11:07 Auld Acquaintances Father Malone...