THE MOVIE CLINIC

On this bonus episode, we take a look at The Kindred from 1987. This blend of Sci-fi and Horror has a screenplay with contributions from a Psycho scribe, Joseph Stefano, some slimy creature effects and Rod Steiger in a bad wig. What more do you need? Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts also give you a top three list of recommended movies from the y...

On this episode, we take a trip to Midian and look at the film Nightbreed from 1990. This film from director Clive Barker is based on his novella Cabal. This film was eviscerated by the studio before its theatrical run but has since gained a new life after the release of the director's cut. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to drop us feedbac...

On this episode, we take a look at Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice from 1988. This mix of fantasy, horror and comedy shows the director exercising his signature style to its full extent. Tim Burton has called this film “ A comical version of The Exorcist told from the point of view of two dead people”. Does the film still hold up today? Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and t...

On this episode, we wrap up Stephen King month with Firestarter from 1984. This adaptation of the 1980 novel features a strong cast and is very faithful to the source material, but does it work as a film? Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your host also share their top films starring Drew Barrymore. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions you might h...

On this first episode of Stephen King month, we take a look at The Dead Zone from 1983. In this film, director David Cronenberg moved away from the disturbing horrors of his previous films and delivered a thriller/drama that is also very tragic and heartfelt. Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to drop us  feedback or any questions you might ha...

On this episode, we take a look at Big Trouble in Little China from 1986. In this film, director John Carpenter moves away from horror and gives us a film with martial arts, magic and monsters. Join us as we do a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. We also give you more film recommendations from the year 1986. Feel free to drop us  feedback or any questions you might...

On this episode, we take a look at Escape From The Planet of the Apes from 1971. This third film in the series had to find a way to move forward after  the planetary destruction of the previous film. Did the filmmakers come up with a successful way to continue the series? Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your host also do a top three of our favorite f...

On this year two review, we look back at the past 12 months and pick our top film podcasts of the year. Thank you to everyone who joined us for year two. We hope you enjoy what we have lined up for year three!  Feel free to drop us  feedback or any questions you might have at: themovieclinic.com thamovieclinic@gmail.com or on our Facebook page  https://www.facebook.com/themovieclini...

Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays! On this episode, we take a look at Black Christmas from 1974. This film from director Bob Clark is a stark contrast from his well known holiday film “A Christmas Story”. Join us as we break down this highly influential slasher/thriller and give you some behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts will also give some holiday viewing recommendations! Feel free to dr...

On this bonus episode, we take a look at the film Ghost Town from 1988. This horror/western is one of the last films released by Charles Band’s Empire Pictures. Does this mix of two different generes come together to make a good film? Join us for a plot break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts also do a top five of their favorite films of 1988. Ghost town is available for purchase...

On this bonus episode, we take a look at John Carpenter’s The Thing. This 1982 film was a box office and critical disappointment during its original theatrical release, that over time became a Sci-Fi/Horror classic. Join us for a scene-by-scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts also give you their top three Kurt Russell films. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions y...

On this episode, we take a look at the film Blade Runner from director Ridley Scott. This 1982 film was a box office disappointment that is now considered one of the best Sci-Fi films ever made. Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts will also suggest their top three films from the year of 1982. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions you migh...

Happy Halloween Everyone! On this episode, we take a look at Halloween Ends. This closing chapter to David Gordon Green’s Halloween trilogy moves ahead four years from the previous film and makes some choices that were very controversial to longtime fans. Join us as we break down the film and come away with a very different opinion than other fans of the series. Feel free to drop us feedback or an...

On this episode, we take a look at Night of Dark Shadows from director Dan Curtis. This 1971 film moves away from the Barnabas Collins story and instead we get a tale that involves a haunted house, witchcraft and possession. Join us for a scene by scene breakdown , trivia and behind the scenes info. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions you might have at: themovieclinic.com thamovieclinic...

On this episode, we take a look at House of Dark Shadows from director Dan Curtis. This 1970 film is based on the gothic soap opera that was on the air at the time and included many cast members from the series. How does this film hold up?  Could a viewer with no knowledge of the series enjoy this film? Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts will...

On this episode we take a look at The Wraith from 1986. This cult classic is a mix of sci fi, The Fast and the Furious and High Plains Drifter. Does the movie work as a fun piece of 80’s film making or is it a laughable mess? Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, trivia and behind the scenes info. We also recommend a few films starring Charlie “Tiger Blood” Sheen and dig into a little listener f...

On this episode, we take a look at Terminator 2: Judgement Day from 1991. This follow-up to the 1984 original has been called one of the best sequels ever made. How does this film hold up? Does it top the original? Join us for a plot breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions you might have at: themovieclinic.com thamovieclinic@gmail.com or on our...

On this episode, we take a look at Cruel Jaws aka Jaws 5 from 1995. This film from exploitation director Bruno Mattei offers up stolen footage, cheesy dialogue and a Hulk Hogan look-a-like. Join us as we attempt to make sense of this one with a plot break down and behind the scenes info. We also share our top five films of 1995. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions you might have at: the...

It’s a beautiful day in Amity Island!   The beaches are open, and people are having a wonderful time! On this bonus episode, we take a look at the 1975 film Jaws. This classic from director Steven Spielberg is one of the original summer blockbusters and a masterpiece of filmmaking. Join us for a plot breakdown, behind the scenes info and our top three animal attack movies. Feel free to d...

On this episode we take a look at the 2004 film House of Flying Daggers. This movie from director Yimou Zhang is a visually spectacular story about love and honor. Join us as we break down the movie and go into some of the behind the scenes info. We conclude the episode with our top five films of 2004. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions you might have at: themovieclinic.com thamoviecli...

On this episode we take a look at the 1970 film Beneath the Planet of the Apes. This sequel introduces new elements such as mutants, a nuclear bomb and an ape sauna. Is this film a worthy sequel to the original or an unfortunate misfire? Join us for a plot breakdown, behind the scenes info and a list of some of our favorite films with downbeat endings. Feel free to drop us feedback or any question...

On this bonus episode, we take a look at Ghostbusters from director Ivan Reitman. This 1984 film is one of the most financially successful and popular movies of that decade. Does this blend of supernatural horror and comedy still hold up today? Join us for a scene by scene break down, behind the scenes info and trivia. Your hosts will also give their top five films of the year 1984. Feel free to d...

On this episode of the Movie Clinic podcast, we take a look at the film The Lost Boys from 1987. Many consider this one to be one of the essential 80’s horror films and a classic of the vampire genre. Does this film deserve this praise or is it a forgettable slice of 80’s cheese? Join us for a scene by scene breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. We also do a top 5 of our favorite vampire f...

On this bonus episode we take a look at The Blues Brothers from director John Landis. This 1980 film is a mix of comedy, music, dancing and car crashes! How does this film hold up?  Is it an epic comedy classic or an overrated and over produced misfire? Join us for a plot breakdown, behind the scenes info and trivia. Feel free to drop us feedback or any questions you might have at: themoviecl...

On this episode of The Movie Clinic podcast, we take a look at the 1980 film Friday the 13th. A film that was hated by critics but a major box office success.  It spawned nine sequels, one crossover film with Freddy Krueger, an unrelated tv series and a remake in 2009. How does this film hold up now?  Is it too slow for today’s movie going audience? Join us for a scene by scene breakdown...