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Episodios
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“Pig” (2021)
20/07/2021 Duración: 01h03minWho would have guessed after all the movies we've reviewed that there would not only be a good movie filmed in Portland, but that the good film would star Nicholas Cage? Well here we are. The first 10 or so minutes are spoiler free review of the film, then we give a spoiler warning for those that still want to see the film - which we recommend you do. I don't know that we've ever non-ironically recommended one of our movies before (usually there's at least a b-movie element to the movies we've enjoyed), so we truly are in the weirdest timeline.
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“Without a Paddle: Nature’s Calling” (2009)
30/06/2021 Duración: 01h01minIs it a sequel? Is it a remake? Is it a tax shelter? We jump in the river to find out just what is going on with this 2009 movie, which has an opening credit of "Based on the movie 'Without a Paddle.'" Oregon looks gorgeous, but does it reach the same level of "almost mildly amusing" as its 2004 predecessor, which starred Seth Green, Matthew Lillard, and Dax Shepherd? Find out on this month's show!
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“Shadow Play” (1986)
08/06/2021 Duración: 56minThis month we travel to the Ilwaco Lighthouse with Dee Wallace, a playwright haunted by the reflections of her dead fiancee, and pursued by her would-be brother-in-law. Is the movie the psychological thriller it's trying to be, or will you want to throw yourself off a lighthouse after you watch? Find out on this episode.
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Special Edition: “Deep Dark” (2015) with actor Sean McGrath
05/05/2021 Duración: 01h05minMark surprises Todd and Brian mid-show with a phone call from Sean McGrath, the main star of 2015's "Deep Dark," a psychological thriller about an artist who finds his muse in the form of a sentient hole in the wall. He was an amazing guest, and he talks about the filming, the cast and crew, and how a director sells an actor on taking the role of a character who has sex with a wall.
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50th Movie Spectacular!
23/03/2021 Duración: 01h38minThis month we indulge ourselves by taking a long, hard look back at what has become of our lives as we discuss the best and the worst of the 50 Portland-filmed movies we've reviewed so far.
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“Duplicates” (1993)
24/02/2021 Duración: 01h44sThis 1993 made-for-USA TV movie is surprisingly watchable (and available for free on YouTube), although it features only a couple blink-and-you'll-miss-it Portland locations. A sci-fi/detective thriller, this movie dares to ask the question Wonder Woman 1984 didn't: what are the ethical ramifications of hijacking someone else's body?
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“Fatal Exposure” (1991)
03/02/2021 Duración: 01h04minA post-Brat Pack Mare Winningham meets a pre-"Happy Gilmore" Shooter McGavin in this 1991 made-for-USA-TV-network movie "Fatal Exposure." Oddly, this is probably the most intriguingly in-depth discussion of a plot of any movie we've done so far. If you love clothes made from reams upon reams of billowy, pleated fabrics, this is the movie for you! Does it rise above its generic title, or does it sink under the weight of its own silky blouses?
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“Train Master” (2008)
23/12/2020 Duración: 59minWe ride the rails back to 2008 for this movie filmed around West Linn, Willamette, Canby, and more! It's a delightful kids movie that's cornball and low-budget enough to thoroughly enjoy, and well made enough that it goes down surprisingly well. Join us as we hop the train for 2008's "Train Master."
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“Payback” (1997)
02/12/2020 Duración: 01h07minEd Asner and Mary Tyler Moore reunite for the first time since "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" in this made-for-TV thriller about a rogue cop who harasses Moore and her family after she testifies against him in court. So is it a worthy vehicle for the reunion of these two beloved actors? Find out on this month's episode.
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“Just Before Dawn” (1981)
27/10/2020 Duración: 01h04minJoin us for this Halloween episode as we take a look at the 1981 horror slasher flick "Just Before Dawn," which is not only shockingly competent, but actually pretty good -- and includes a truly insane final kill. Watch the movie on YouTube (or heck - buy the Blu-Ray!), start a campfire, and head down to Silver Falls for this sadly forgotten genre film.
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“Fire in the Sky” (1993)
23/09/2020 Duración: 01h02minWe travel back to 1993 for this movie about real-life events that happened in 1975, which contain some of the most gripping and interesting alien abduction scenes out there. Filmed in Roseburg and Oakland, Oregon, this film takes place in a small logging town of northern Arizona, and follows the story of a man who was (supposedly) abducted by aliens in front of his friends, and who returns 5 days later.
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“Bongwater” (1997)
19/08/2020 Duración: 01h17minA zany late-90s stoner comedy with an incredible cast including Luke Wilson, Alicia Witt, Jack Black, Jamie Kennedy, and more sounds like a sure-fire hit. Let's unroll this joint and find out if there's any solid nuggets, or if it's all just stems and seeds.
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“Cabin Fever” (2016)
28/07/2020 Duración: 01h03minThis month we try to escape the real-life deadly virus by diving into a movie about a deadly virus, the remake of the 2004 Eli Roth film "Cabin Fever," filmed outside of Mollala, Oregon. Come for the gore, stay for the baffling supporting cast performances!
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Special Edition: An Interview with Ted Pfeifer, Writer of “Harvest of Fear” and “Path of Evil”
01/07/2020 Duración: 57minLast year we reviewed the horror movie sequels "Harvest of Fear" and "Path of Evil," and to say that we weren't very kind would be an understatement. We pretty relentlessly mocked both movies. Now it's our chance to see if we can take what we give when we speak with Ted Pfeifer, co-writer of both films, about his experience writing and acting in the films, as well as his experience listening to us trash his movies. Join us on this very special clapback episode of Portland at the Movies.
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“Visions” (1989)
25/05/2020 Duración: 01h17sWe finish our look at the trilogy of Steven Miller films (the "Millergy") with his first movie "Visions," a mystery/thriller from 1989. After really enjoying Miller's final film "Backtime," and only sort of enjoying "Love & Dynamite," how did we feel about his first stab at movie making? How many knife-wielding arm stumps up do we give it? Tune in to find out.
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“Love and Dynamite” (1990)
21/04/2020 Duración: 58minThis month we explore the middle chapter of the Steven Miller's trilogy ("Millogy"?) with our take on "Love & Dynamite," starring Grizzly Adams's Dan Haggerty. Billed as an "action-comedy," this movie is more an exercise on improv and how to do a disservice to your actors by withholding judicious editing. But just like last month's "Backtime," there's more going on under the surface, which is what makes this movie pretty interesting. This "movie."
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“Backtime” (1998)
30/03/2020 Duración: 01h08minEvery once and awhile we find a little gem in the stark landscape of movies filmed in Portland, and what "Backtime" lacks in budget, it more than makes up for in heart, costuming, and passion. Clearly this film wasn't up for any Oscar noms, but considering the dreck we usually get from writer-producer-editor-director passion projects, this one ticks all the right boxes. The movie is available to watch on YouTube, and it's worth watching before you listen!
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“Brain Smasher: A Love Story” (1993)
19/02/2020 Duración: 55minWhat can we say about "Brain Smasher: A Love Story," starring Andrew "Dice" Clay and Teri Hatcher? Whatever we'd say, we'd have to say it in an impenetrably thick Brooklyn accent even though we live in Portland, just like the Diceman. Is it a comedy? An action movie? A satire? We dive into this straight-to-video (except for the theatrical release in Brazil) on this month's episode.
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Special Edition: David F. Walker and the 80s Portland Movie Scene
14/01/2020 Duración: 01h07minOn a very special episode of Portland at the Movies, we speak to the one-and-only David Walker. If you've been a listener to our show, you've noticed that about 75% of them involve hearing David Walker's name in some capacity: he's one of the only carriers of the torch of the 1980s burgeoning indie movie scene in Portland, which led to the breakout careers of filmmakers like Gus Van Sant and Penny Allen. Join us as well talk with David about everything from his prolific current career as a comic book writer, and how he got his start as "Sanchez" in the Portland cult classic "Fatal Revenge."To find out more about David, visit any local comic book store, or visit https://davidfwalker.com/ Dying to fashion: David F. Walker gets blown away in "Fatal Revenge."
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“A Walk in My Shoes” (2010)
18/12/2019 Duración: 01h05minIt's a time for Christmas miracles! Sort of. We tackle this not-quite-Hallmark-Holiday TV movie starring Nancy Travis and Portland itself, with more footage of our fair city than any other movie we've done. Todd loves this movie, but he's in the minority, so listen as we hash out what works and what doesn't in this 2010 made-for-NBC TV movie, which was produced by Walmart and Proctor & Gamble.