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OPPENHEIMER During World War II, Lt. Gen. Leslie Groves Jr. appoints physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer to work on the top-secret Manhattan Project. Oppenheimer and a team of scientists spend years developing and designing the atomic bomb. Their work comes to fruition on July 16, 1945, as they witness the world's first nuclear explosion, forever changing the course of history. Craig and Alan talk about Christopher Nolan at his peak, shingles, horny communists and the movie “Oppenheimer” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:05 Craig and Alan focus their "Old Man" segment on Alan's recent shingles vaccination. 4:07 Craig and Alan discuss "Oppenheimer" 26:29 Recasting 41:22 Double Feature 45:00 Final Thoughts 52:16 A preview of next week's episode "The Running Man" Next week, we get real as we go into the future of 2017  and reality TV with 1987's "The Running Man" https://youtu.be/QIVal6aPmiY?si=BiDpc47bUvVumF0k

BEETLEJUICE After the Maitlands die in a car accident, they find themselves stuck haunting their country residence, unable to leave the house. When the unbearable Deetzes and teen daughter Lydia buy the home, the Maitlands attempt to scare them away without success. Their efforts attract Beetlejuice, a rambunctious spirit whose "help" quickly becomes dangerous for the Maitlands and innocent Lydia. Craig, Alan and guest Derek McCaw talk about the Beetlejuice Afterlife Experience,  the creativity of Tim Burton, the ghost with the most and the movie “Beetlejuice” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:20 Craig, Alan and Derek McCaw talk about Derek's recent visit to the LA Pop-up BeetleJuice Afterlife Experience. 9:26 Craig, Alan and Derek discuss "Beetlejuice" 36:56 Recasting 58:04 Double Feature 1:03:37 Final Thoughts 1:11:53 A preview of next week's episode "Oppenheimer" Next week, we blow things up with the explosive movie of 2023 "Oppenheimer" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=

MEMENTO Craig and Alan discuss unreliable narrators, video games, celebrating a month dedicated to Christopher Nolan and the movie "Memento" on this week's Matinee Heroes! Next week, we celebrate the ghost with the most with the original "Beetlejuice" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ickbVzajrk0

FORCE 10 FROM NAVARONE After successfully sabotaging radar-guided Nazi guns, Brits Mallory and Miller find themselves attached to an elite American unit known as Force 10. The unlikely duo must accompany Force 10 leader Col. Barnsby and his men as they search for an escaped Nazi spy whom only Mallory and Miller can identify. But Force 10 has orders of their own : blow a giant dam in order to crush a strategic bridge held by the Nazis. Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe discuss comfort movies, trafficking pugs, World War 2 films and the movie “Force 10 From Navarone” for Craig’s birthday edition of Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:23 Craig, Alan and Elisabeth Rappe talk about how Elisabeth seemingly trafficked a pug from Houston like a drug dealer. 11:33 Craig, Alan and Elisabeth discuss "Force 10 from Navarone" 35:32 Recasting 1:05:12 Double Feature 1:08:03 Final Thoughts 1:17:55 A preview of next week's episode "Oppenheimer" Next week, we blow things up with the explosive movie of 20

STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS As war sweeps through the galaxy, the Jedi Knights, including Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Yoda, fight against the dark side, led by Count Dooku, in order to maintain freedom and restore peace to the galaxy in this action-packed series Craig and special guest co-host Rob Ervin talk a Rebels reunion, top billing, Retro Expo and the movie “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” on this Live edition of Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:47 Craig and guest co-host Rob Ervin discuss their favorite Star Wars Rebels character. 5:30 Craig and Rob discuss "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" 20:17 Recasting 36:08  Double Feature 40:43 Final Thoughts 42:54 Craig's exclusive interview with Ashley Eckstein (Ahsoka Tano), Taylor Gray (Ezra Bridger), Matt Lanter (Anakin Skywalker), Vanessa Marshall (Hera Syndulla), Catherine Taber (Padmé Amidala), James Arnold Taylor (Obi-Wan Kenobi) and Tiya Sircar (Sabine Wren) from Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars: Rebels recorded live at Retro Expo i

BECKET Debauched King Henry II installs his longtime court facilitator Thomas Becket as the Archbishop of Canterbury, assuming that his old friend will be a compliant and loyal lackey in the King's ongoing battles with the church. But Becket unexpectedly finds his true calling with God and aligns himself against the king's selfish wishes, causing a rift and an eventual showdown not only between the two men, but also the institutions they represent. Craig and Alan talk about the end of friendships, great British actors, Alans 55th birthday and the movie “Becket” on Alan’s birthday edition of Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:15 Craig and Alan talk about his absence due to Hurricane Beryl and what Alan is up to for his birthday. 12:44 Craig and Alan discuss "Becket" 30:46 Recasting 38:57 Double Feature 42:13 Final Thoughts 47:46 A preview of next week's episode "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" Next week, the summer of panels continues as Craig sits with a whole slew of the cast of "Star Wars: Th

MASH Three army surgeons create havoc with their martini parties and practical jokes while the war rages around them. Their lunatic lifestyle helps them cope with the everyday horrors they encounter in the Korean War. Craig and guest co-host Rob Ervin discuss the start of the inappropriate 70s, the TV series vs the movie, Craig’s complete panel with Loretta Swit and Jamie Farr from Retro Expo and the movie “MASH” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:11 Craig and guest co-host Rob Ervin recap Retro Expo. 23:14 Craig and Rob discuss "MASH" 45:04 Recasting 1:00:43  Double Feature 1:03:33 Final Thoughts 1:04:42 Craig's exclusive interview with Loretta Swit and Jamie Farr recorded live at Retro Expo in Plano, Texas. 1:50:43 A preview of next week's episode "Becket" Next week, we celebrate Alan's birthday with one of his favorites "Becket" https://youtu.be/GFQi8tD-NeU?si=Tw0U4u7PHIaZmLXN

CLASH OF THE TITANS Perseus, son of the Greek god Zeus, grows up on a deserted island. His destiny is to marry Princess Andromeda who will someday rule the city of Joppa. But as long as the satyr Calibos -- who uses a giant vulture to kidnap Andromeda's soul every night -- is alive, no one can marry her. Perseus travels to Joppa, where he must defeat Calibos and other mythological monsters to rescue his beloved Andromeda. Live from Retro Expo in Plano, Texas - Craig and special guest host Rob Ervin discuss monsters and mayhem, Ray Harryhausen, a full panel with star Harry Hamlin and the movie "Clash of the Titans on this week's Matinee Heroes!! Show Notes 1:21 Craig and guest co-host Rob Ervin discuss their favorite monsters. 6:42 Craig and Rob discuss "Clash of the Titans" 22:08 Recasting 37:37  Double Feature 39:39 Final Thoughts 42:54 Craig's exclusive interview with Harry Hamlin recorded live at Retro Expo in Plano, Texas. 1:30:12 A preview of next week's episode "MASH" Next week

PAN'S LABYRINTH Craig and Alan discuss horror vs fantasy, creating mythology and the movie "Pan's Labyrinth" on this week's Matinee Heroes! Next week, we finish Monster Month with a monster hunter. Rob Ervin fills in for Alan as we do a live episode from Retro Expo with a bonus interview with Perseus himself, from Clash of the Titans, Harry Hamlin! https://youtu.be/IopYAEDa6uU?si=-d_Zfa4ryzcac3Sr

PREY A skilled Comanche warrior protects her tribe from a highly evolved alien predator that hunts humans for sport, fighting against wilderness, dangerous colonizers and this mysterious creature to keep her people safe. Craig, guest co-host Brendan Agnew and guest Mark Woodring discuss, monsters, hatchet throwing, an exclusive interview with Dane DiLiegro the predator from the movie "Prey" on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:04 Craig, guest co-host Brendan Agnew and guest Mark Woodring talk about their favorite monsters. 4:20 Craig, Brendan and Mark discuss "Prey" 29:14 Recasting 32:11  Double Feature 35:26 Final Thoughts 41:30 Craig's exclusive interview with Dane DiLiegro recorded live at Origins Game Fair 2024 in Columbus Ohio. 1:37:02 A preview of next week's episode "Pan's Labyrinth" Next week we pull monsters from our Patreon and talk "Pan's Labyrinth" https://youtu.be/jVZRnnVSQ8k?si=vH-rF18gHtvcj1EW

GODZILLA MINUS ONE In postwar Japan, Godzilla brings new devastation to an already scorched landscape. With no military intervention or government help in sight, the survivors must join together in the face of despair and fight back against an unrelenting horror. Craig, Alan and Guest Derek McCaw talk about survivors’ guilt, theater etiquette, upcoming events and the movie “Godzilla: Minus One” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:03 Craig, Alan and guest Derek McCaw talk about their favorite monsters. 13:04 Craig, Alan and Derek discuss "Godzilla Minus One" 1:00:55 Recasting 1:05:06 Double Feature 1:11:59 Final Thoughts 1:21:24 A preview of next week's episode "Prey" Next week, Monster Month continues with an exclusive interview with the predator from "Prey" Dane DiLiegro. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZ7LytagKlc

IN THE LAND OF SAINTS AND SINNERS Hoping to leave his dark past behind him, former assassin Finbar Murphy leads a quiet life in a coastal Irish town, far from the political violence that grips the rest of the country. When menacing terrorists show up, Finbar soon discovers that one of them has been abusing a local girl. Drawn into an increasingly vicious game of cat and mouse, he must choose between exposing his secret identity and defending his friends and neighbors. Craig and Alan discuss Actor Liam Neeson, evil zealots, patriotic film and the movie “The Land of Saints and Sinners” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:59 Craig and Alan celebrate the upcoming 4th of July talking about movies that embody America. 4:55 Craig and Alan discuss "In The Land of Saints And Sinners" 33:15 Recasting 46:30 Double Feature 52:10 Final Thoughts 56:09 A preview of next week's episode "Godzilla Minus One" Next week, Monster Month is here with lots of cool surprises. But nothing was more sur

ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD Once a celebrated star of the fictional 1950s television Western Bounty Law, Rick Dalton now grapples with the harsh reality of a fading Hollywood career. His days are filled with camaraderie alongside Cliff Booth, his easygoing best friend and longtime stunt double. Rick also happens to live next door to Roman Polanski and Sharon Tate, whose futures will forever be intertwined with the tragic events orchestrated by the Manson Family. Craig and Alan talk alternate history, Dad movies, old school Hollywood and the movie “Once Upon a Time In Hollywood” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!! Show Notes 0:56 Craig and Alan celebrate a belated Father's Day talking about what makes a "Dad" movie. 6:35 Craig and Alan discuss "Once Upon a Time In Hollywood" 28:36 Recasting 37:47  Double Feature 39:38 Final Thoughts 46:48 A preview of next week's episode "In the Land of Saints and Sinners" Next week, Liam Neeson takes us on a tour "In The Land of Saints and Sinners". h

THE DEPARTED Undercover cop Billy Costigan infiltrates gangland chief Frank Costello’s organization, while career criminal Colin Sullivan acts as a spy in the State Police for his syndicate boss. As both sides discover a mole, Billy and Colin must uncover each other’s identities to survive. Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew talk about Boston food, nasty weather, bloody falls and the movie “The Departed” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:51 Craig, Alan and Brendan Agnew talk about the nasty weather down south. 7:53 Craig, Alan and Brendan discuss "The Departed" 32:04 Recasting 54:54  Double Feature 58:14 Final Thoughts 1:02:40 A preview of next week's episode "Once Upon A Time In Hollywood" Next week, we talk alternative history with Quinton Tarantino's "Once Upon a Time In Hollywood" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELeMaP8EPAA

NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN While out hunting, Llewelyn Moss  finds the grisly aftermath of a drug deal. Though he knows better, he cannot resist the cash left behind and takes it with him. The hunter becomes the hunted when a merciless killer named Chigurh picks up his trail. Also looking for Moss is Sheriff Bell an aging lawman who reflects on a changing world and a dark secret of his own, as he tries to find and protect Moss. Craig and Alan talk about nihilistic endings, fate, VOD making theaters DOA and the movie “No Country for Old Men” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:06 Craig and Alan talk about the theater vs. VOD war. 8:15 Craig and Alan discuss "No Country For Old Men" 39:40 Recasting 55:55  Double Feature 59:35 Final Thoughts 1:02:119 A preview of next week's episode "The Departed" Next week, we go to Boston to talk rats and finks with "The Departed"

SIDEWAYS Miles, a struggling writer, and his best friend Jack, a has-been actor, go for a weekend in California wine country. Miles wants to golf and drink wine, while Jack, soon to be married, is on the prowl for one last hurrah before his nuptials. Alan and Craig talk about wine, leaving your mark, summertime and the movie “Sideways” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 0:44 Craig and Alan talk about the summer movie going experience. 8:30 Craig and Alan discuss "Sideways" 32:27 Recasting 52:07  Double Feature 54:58 Final Thoughts 58:04 A preview of next week's episode "No Country for Old Men" Next week, we get a jump on Matinee Villains month with "No Country for Old Men" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0oNrgumrlE&ab_channel=Miramax

ESCAPE FROM ALCATRAZ Frank Morris, a hardened con with a history of prison breaks, is sent to serve the rest of his life sentence at Alcatraz -- America's most infamously brutal and inescapable maximum-security prison. Morris quickly realizes the prison's dehumanizing effects and clashes with its cruel warden. Fed up with life at Alcatraz, Morris and two convict brothers meticulously plan the unthinkable: an escape from the island. Craig along with guest cohosts Elizabeth Rappe and Mark Woodring discuss breaking out of the rock, actors too big to go into small holes, paper mâché heads and the movie “Escape from Alcatraz" on this week’s Matinee Heroes!! Show Notes 1:06 Craig, guest cohost Elisabeth Rappe and Mark Woodring talk about how Mark feels towards the great Mr. Eastwood. 9:53 Craig, Elisabeth and Mark discuss "Escape From Alcatraz" 30:00 Recasting 49:35  Double Feature 52:59 Final Thoughts 59:14 A preview of next week's episode "Sideways" Next week, we get a little tipsy with

MILLION DOLLAR BABY Frankie Dunn, a seasoned boxing trainer in Los Angeles, is known for keeping his distance from others. However, when Maggie Fitzgerald, a young woman from working-class Missouri, seeks out Frankie's guidance at his gym, he reluctantly agrees to train her. As they work together, a strong bond forms between them, ultimately leading to a transformation that will profoundly impact both of their lives. Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about euthanasia, snot bubble endings, the Origins Game Fair and the movie “Million Dollar Baby” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:10 Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about why Craig is a Clint Eastwood fan. 11:17 Craig, Alan and Elisabeth discuss "Million Dollar Baby" 56:08 Recasting 1:10:48  Double Feature 1:14:59 Final Thoughts 1:35:21 A preview of next week's episode "Escape From Alcatraz" Next week, we end Clint Eastwood month with one of history's greatest jailbreaks "Escape from Alcatraz" https://www.

DIRTY HARRY Detective Harry Callahan, known for his unyielding determination and relentless pursuit of justice, becomes embroiled in a high-stakes cat-and-mouse game with a sadistic serial killer named Scorpio. As the body count rises and the city's fear intensifies, Callahan's methods, marked by their unorthodox nature and disregard for bureaucratic constraints, come under scrutiny. Yet, it is precisely these methods that make him both feared and revered. Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about dirty cops, the aftermath of the 60’s, The Crying Dad Review With Alan Cerny and the movie “Dirty Harry” on this week’s Matinee Heroes Show Notes 1:03 Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about why Alan appreciates Clint Eastwood. 18:43 Craig, Alan and Elisabeth discuss "Dirty Harry" 41:39 Recasting 1:21:24  Double Feature 1:24:34 Final Thoughts 1:35:21 A preview of next week's episode "Million Dollar Baby" Next week, grab the Kleenex as we watch "Million Dollar Baby" https://

THE BEGUILED A wounded Union soldier finds himself at the mercy of an all-female Southern boarding school during the Civil War. Initially welcomed for his injuries, tensions quickly escalate as the soldier's presence stirs up jealousy, desire, and ultimately, betrayal among the women and girls of the school. Craig and resident Clintologist Elisabeth Rappe talk about scuzzy Southern Gothics, free wheeling racoons, a creepy Clint Eastwood and the movie “The Beguiled” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:55 Craig and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about the allure of Clint Eastwood. 11:48 Craig and Elisabeth discuss "The Beguiled" 43:51 Recasting 1:03:51  Double Feature 1:06:12 Final Thoughts 1:17:42 A preview of next week's episode "Dirty Harry" Next week, one of the most iconic names in cinema history come to Matinee Heroes: "Dirty Harry" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wN-KnYUaOc&ab_channel=WarnerBros.