Great show as always, you guys! The original book is like the ur-text of trashy garbage and is a shockingly fun read. It's so exactly what you think it is and possess countless so-bad-it's-good charms while still remaining genuinely compelling in spite of itself.
It's always interesting to see what the past thought scandalous in film (and, for that matter, what wasn't thought scandalous). Thanks for the episode!
I think at this point you've become my anti-depressant. Whenever I feel really bad and need to feel better I binge your show. I'm not sure I want to tell you how many times I viewed through all your episodes. But it is definitely a three-digit number. What I want to say is, thank you! There is no show of your kind that is more "comfy".
One of my sweetest movie moments growing up was watching the potty-mouthed kid at the end of "Bad News Bears" (before the beer drinking) say something to the effect of "You can take this trophy and shove it up your ---!!" Along with, say, Shelley Winters climbing up the Christmas tree or Madeline Kahn bursting out with "Ah, Sweet Mystery of Life," the lowbrow greatness movies can provide in such scenes made quite an impact on my formative years, and a movie fan for life.
Nothing better to close the work week out with than you lovable folks doing what I love best. Please never stop this show you guys! Also, have you guys seen Weird Science? A personal favorite from my pubescent years for obvious reasons
That was an interesting anecdote at the top of the show because that question, "is there anything I didn't ask you about that you'd like to discuss?" is one I was told in multiple journalism classes that I SHOULD ask at the end of an interview.
Love the show, I've been following since episode 1, and you've clearly done your research because I think this is the first time I've seen a factual error in the show. John Williams' first film score was for the 1958 B-movie "Daddy-O" about jazz-listening, hotrod-racing beatniks that was eventually featured on MST3K.
Here I was thinking I might get mentioned on unboxing, but a basement comment just made my day. I should clarify though, I'm writing my 150 list (which may be harder then actually watching them). I plan on starting it the 1st of january. But don't worry Craig I shall remember this 18th of august date and I shall indeed...bring it on!
Loved the episode. You mentioned that you wished to see more of "Helen Lawson". Her character had a much bigger role in the novel. She was actually a very lonely and insecure woman who latched on to men because she was so afraid of growing old alone. It was quite interesting and much 'meatier' than what you saw in the film. And a big thank you for capturing the Neely O'Hara 'breast necklace' moment from the telethon. Cracks me up EVER Y TIME.
Could you guys please put a montage together of all of Craig's reactions to the movie reveals? He's always so excited when the movie comes out of that envelope. I love it!
UHF, seen it? I imagine you have and I imagine you've talked about it before because I imagine I've asked this before, but I've been watching this series from episode one and have forgotten.
Something I've been meaning to ask, and I think I might be early enough in the comments to get it noticed for once! You've been doing this show and it's consistently amazing, and you never seem exhausted or beat down. Do ever have "show fatigue"? Is there any movie you've put off for another episode because when it came time to watch, you just went "No, not this week."?
hey guys love the show! With the recent passing of beloved character actor John Heard, I recently got to see the early 80's grindhouse classic Cutter's Way starring Heard and a young Jeff Bridges at the Hollywood Theater in Portland, Oregon. And I was blown away by Heard's performance and wish he did more gritty and deeper films, and I wanted to know if you guys have seen it and your thoughts on Heard's other movie performances??
I was eight years old when it came out; I recall it was very much intended for children. I think our culture's notions of what is good for children to experience through art has changed, though (I can't say if for better or worse). As the Wikipedia article about it's reception suggests, it was heralded for children when it came out (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watership_Down#Reception).
I never saw the film, but I have read the book, and I can believe that it's not for kids- hell, even the book is too violent for kids, not to mention long, and even a bit dull at points. It's definitely a head scratcher- who is it for?
I agree its good for children to be thrilled and scared by media, the feelings I attribute towards Watership Down are dread and apprehension. Jurassic Park also scared the shit out of me when I was a kid but in the more regular 'GRR! DANGER EXISTS!' kind of way
Trying to watch 170 movies this year, so far I've watched 89. So slightly ahead of Craig (but behind in percentage), but he might've watched some more films after they shot this episode! :D
For "Seen it!" how about THEY DRIVE BY NIGHT. An early supporting role for Humphrey Bogart and featuring Ida Lupino losing her mind in one of the great early "Insane" scenes.
Have you guys ever seen Deathtrap? I just saw it recently and I haven't been that engaged with a film in a long time. Michael Caine does a fantastic job of just turning on this sinister aura.
SEEN IT! Hey guys, love the show! Have you come across the indie title "Lo" (2009) from writer/director Travis Betz? He's a brilliant young talent that manages to do a heck of a lot with a heck of a little.
My musician friend Anton Barbeau recorded a song called "Beyond the Valley of the Dolphins." Despite owning the Russ Meyer film on DVD, it took me forever to figure out the reference!
I am also friends with my musician friend Anton Barbeau and this is a slanderous LIE!! Wayne Chapman has NEVER owned the Russ Meyer film on DVD!! The rest is true though. Carry on.
@@TroubleToby3040 Well, here's the wonderful song I was referring to: th-cam.com/video/hanKKL6bL4w/w-d-xo.html. Unfortunately, I'm not able to share a photo of me holding my beloved copy of "Beyond the Valley of the Dolls." Feel free to say hello to our musician friend Anton Barbeau for me next time you see him, and I'll be sure to pass on your best regards to our musician friend Anton Barbeau next time I happen to bump into him.
@@waynechapman9823 Lol, glad you took the joke in the good-natured spirit in which it was intended. Also, ty for the link. I genuinely enjoyed the song. Big fan of The Beatles and Pink Floyd which it reminded me of. Also, the picture on the screen made me think of some album cover... Zeppelin or Floyd, maybe. Anyway, thanks for the tune.
@@TroubleToby3040 You're welcome! Anton is a helluva songwriter and recording artist. I'm sure you'd enjoy his music in general. You can also find songs on TH-cam that Anton wrote and produced for his friend Allyson Seconds. A lot of stuff to check out!
Super unpopular opinion: I only think the untouchables is okay. Better than mediocre but below great. I have seen it twice and overall not a lot sticks out.
Dear Matt 'n Craig, I was wondering, 'The Vanishing' (1993) with Jeff Bridges, Keifer Sutherland and Sandra Bullock. Have you seen it? If you have then my next question would be, did you knew it is a Hollywood remake of a Dutch/Belgium movie called 'Spoorloos' (1988)? If you did knew that and also seen the original my third question would be, which one do you think is better? In my opinion the original is way better especially because the Hollywood version has a Hollywood friendly ending that is way less intense imo. Last question, what do you think of remakes in general? Imo it seldom becomes a better movie, often it's worse. Anyway, thank you for reading and i hope you want to answer my questions and maybe even i come in the 'Seen it' bit of one of your videos. Best regards, Jeroen Honingh, The Netherlands
Seen it? Have you ever seen "Sexmission" (original title "Seksmisja")? Some kind of apocalyptic movie about the world without men. It is one of the best and funniest polish movies ever created.
Seen it : (i know i keep briging that movie on and on) You finally watched a Kon Satoshi animated movie, Paprika, far better than Inception and way more clever, but what about his magnum opus ''Perfect Blue" ?
One of my favorite episodes
Craig was on fire this show
Always heard of this movie. Never saw it. Now I must. Great review guys as always
Great show as always, you guys!
The original book is like the ur-text of trashy garbage and is a shockingly fun read. It's so exactly what you think it is and possess countless so-bad-it's-good charms while still remaining genuinely compelling in spite of itself.
Granted, I'm also a person who owns a stack of Seventeen magazines from 1964, so perhaps take that recommendation with a grain of salt.
It's always interesting to see what the past thought scandalous in film (and, for that matter, what wasn't thought scandalous). Thanks for the episode!
I think at this point you've become my anti-depressant. Whenever I feel really bad and need to feel better I binge your show. I'm not sure I want to tell you how many times I viewed through all your episodes. But it is definitely a three-digit number. What I want to say is, thank you! There is no show of your kind that is more "comfy".
One of my sweetest movie moments growing up was watching the potty-mouthed kid at the end of "Bad News Bears" (before the beer drinking) say something to the effect of "You can take this trophy and shove it up your ---!!" Along with, say, Shelley Winters climbing up the Christmas tree or Madeline Kahn bursting out with "Ah, Sweet Mystery of Life," the lowbrow greatness movies can provide in such scenes made quite an impact on my formative years, and a movie fan for life.
"The whole world loves me!" playing over Ernesto stock footage is as apt as it is bittersweet.
My mother had the book (La Vallée des Poupées) and I remember how much this titled intrigued me when I was very young.
This was one of favorite episodes in a LONG time. Not sure why. You guys need to do a trial live stream of welcome to the basement :)
Nothing better to close the work week out with than you lovable folks doing what I love best. Please never stop this show you guys! Also, have you guys seen Weird Science? A personal favorite from my pubescent years for obvious reasons
That was an interesting anecdote at the top of the show because that question, "is there anything I didn't ask you about that you'd like to discuss?" is one I was told in multiple journalism classes that I SHOULD ask at the end of an interview.
This series is amazing. Thank you Matt and Craig.
I loved the Young Ones!
Craig was on a roll this episode. I love it!
You guys are great !
Every time you do the 80s Cable Roundup, I hear a whip crack that isn't there.
Oh, it's there...it's there...
Ernesto! The whole world 🌎 loved u buddy!
Craig killed it in this episode!
15:40 he had to sell his shoes to pay for his jacket.
Lol why are y'all in the comments acting like this is the first time Craig has been on a roll? Craig is always on a roll! They're both Golden!
Tiger's passing was announced in the BTVOFD episode. Then the end of this one made me cry (again) about Ernesto.
Love the show, I've been following since episode 1, and you've clearly done your research because I think this is the first time I've seen a factual error in the show. John Williams' first film score was for the 1958 B-movie "Daddy-O" about jazz-listening, hotrod-racing beatniks that was eventually featured on MST3K.
Here I was thinking I might get mentioned on unboxing, but a basement comment just made my day. I should clarify though, I'm writing my 150 list (which may be harder then actually watching them). I plan on starting it the 1st of january. But don't worry Craig I shall remember this 18th of august date and I shall indeed...bring it on!
Loved the episode. You mentioned that you wished to see more of "Helen Lawson". Her character had a much bigger role in the novel. She was actually a very lonely and insecure woman who latched on to men because she was so afraid of growing old alone. It was quite interesting and much 'meatier' than what you saw in the film. And a big thank you for capturing the Neely O'Hara 'breast necklace' moment from the telethon. Cracks me up EVER Y TIME.
Seen it? Deadly Prey. Perhaps one of the best "so unbelievable it's funny" B action movies my friends and I have ever seen.
My favorite Welcome ever!
Could you guys please put a montage together of all of Craig's reactions to the movie reveals? He's always so excited when the movie comes out of that envelope. I love it!
Pinups is such an underrated album 👌🏻 I loved this episode.
Just noticed your many MST3K DVDs, Matt, and it made me smile. Hi keeba!
Craig on fire with the riffing, right from the off :)
Incidentally, VALLEY OF THE DOLLS was an inspiration for David Lynch's MULHOLLAND DRIVE.
UHF, seen it? I imagine you have and I imagine you've talked about it before because I imagine I've asked this before, but I've been watching this series from episode one and have forgotten.
You guys would make a great mystery science theater 3000 spin off.
Craig has never been funnier.
I disagree.
"Again with the rap music," is an underrated joke from Mr. Johnson.
What episode was that from?
Armaggedon.
Jaqueline Susanne cameo spotting at 13:35. "Was she depressed?".
Great episode guys!
Nice TMBG reference!!
Neely complains that the set is "too damn hot." She wishes that the set was a bit CALDER.
I agree with your assessment of Patty Duke. She did a good job and was totally believable.👍
Something I've been meaning to ask, and I think I might be early enough in the comments to get it noticed for once! You've been doing this show and it's consistently amazing, and you never seem exhausted or beat down. Do ever have "show fatigue"? Is there any movie you've put off for another episode because when it came time to watch, you just went "No, not this week."?
Hey Craig, good interview ^_^
hey guys love the show! With the recent passing of beloved character actor John Heard, I recently got to see the early 80's grindhouse classic Cutter's Way starring Heard and a young Jeff Bridges at the Hollywood Theater in Portland, Oregon. And I was blown away by Heard's performance and wish he did more gritty and deeper films, and I wanted to know if you guys have seen it and your thoughts on Heard's other movie performances??
You just made me realize that John Heard and John Hurt died in the same year. Bad news for Bill Paxton.
Seen it? Watership Down. It's a traumatic and moving animated film which is entirely not intended for children.
Saw enough of it to never touch it again. Hell, even the book used to give me feelings of dread
I was eight years old when it came out; I recall it was very much intended for children. I think our culture's notions of what is good for children to experience through art has changed, though (I can't say if for better or worse). As the Wikipedia article about it's reception suggests, it was heralded for children when it came out (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watership_Down#Reception).
I never saw the film, but I have read the book, and I can believe that it's not for kids- hell, even the book is too violent for kids, not to mention long, and even a bit dull at points. It's definitely a head scratcher- who is it for?
I agree its good for children to be thrilled and scared by media, the feelings I attribute towards Watership Down are dread and apprehension. Jurassic Park also scared the shit out of me when I was a kid but in the more regular 'GRR! DANGER EXISTS!' kind of way
What would Dr Moley think of this film's portrayal of pills?
The Bad News Bears was just shown on television last week or so. A lot of the spicier words were edited out. :(
Seen it: Drifting Clouds, or any other Kaurismäki movie?
That Santa Claus joke is incredible.
The Untouchables is a great movie and I love it but after you reminded me of that incredible line up, I feel like it could have been a little better.
Have you guys seen sleepaway camp? End of that movie creeps me the heck out.
Trying to watch 170 movies this year, so far I've watched 89. So slightly ahead of Craig (but behind in percentage), but he might've watched some more films after they shot this episode! :D
For "Seen it!" how about THEY DRIVE BY NIGHT. An early supporting role for Humphrey Bogart and featuring Ida Lupino losing her mind in one of the great early "Insane" scenes.
Have you guys seen Lynch's Dune? It too features the acting of Sting.
Have you guys ever seen Deathtrap? I just saw it recently and I haven't been that engaged with a film in a long time. Michael Caine does a fantastic job of just turning on this sinister aura.
SEEN IT! Hey guys, love the show! Have you come across the indie title "Lo" (2009) from writer/director Travis Betz? He's a brilliant young talent that manages to do a heck of a lot with a heck of a little.
Dr. Moley approves of this film. Pills!
Seen it? Medium Cool. Very modern filmmaking for a movie from the 60's.
I mean when you've asked all you wanted to ask, inquiring about anything the interviewee would like to say isn't that astronomical.
Seen it: Delirious (1991)? In my opinion, a comedic hidden gem about which no one ever discusses.
That movie is one of my guilty pleasures
MarianneBrandon - Lox and cream cheese on cinnamon toast? Get it ooooutta heeeeeere!
LOVE David Rappaport. Without actors like him and Michael Dunn, we wouldn't have Peter Dinklage today...
Speaking of John Waters, have you guys seen Cecil B. Demented?
Please review Bakshi's, "American Pop".
My musician friend Anton Barbeau recorded a song called "Beyond the Valley of the Dolphins." Despite owning the Russ Meyer film on DVD, it took me forever to figure out the reference!
I am also friends with my musician friend Anton Barbeau and this is a slanderous LIE!! Wayne Chapman has NEVER owned the Russ Meyer film on DVD!! The rest is true though. Carry on.
@@TroubleToby3040 Well, here's the wonderful song I was referring to: th-cam.com/video/hanKKL6bL4w/w-d-xo.html. Unfortunately, I'm not able to share a photo of me holding my beloved copy of "Beyond the Valley of the Dolls." Feel free to say hello to our musician friend Anton Barbeau for me next time you see him, and I'll be sure to pass on your best regards to our musician friend Anton Barbeau next time I happen to bump into him.
@@waynechapman9823 Lol, glad you took the joke in the good-natured spirit in which it was intended. Also, ty for the link. I genuinely enjoyed the song. Big fan of The Beatles and Pink Floyd which it reminded me of. Also, the picture on the screen made me think of some album cover... Zeppelin or Floyd, maybe. Anyway, thanks for the tune.
@@TroubleToby3040 You're welcome! Anton is a helluva songwriter and recording artist. I'm sure you'd enjoy his music in general. You can also find songs on TH-cam that Anton wrote and produced for his friend Allyson Seconds. A lot of stuff to check out!
Craig was hilarious this episode
Happy ending? But it was over the phone!
The Groove Tube. Seen it?
No clip.of Richard Dreyfus?
Yes there is.
Seen it? Colossal. I never thought I'd get real world emotional resonance and kaiju monsters in the same film.
I got confused a few times when I couldn't tell if you were saying "Ann" or "and"
Egotistikall SNIFFFFFF's first album; Valley of the Dollas
Matt any tips for a vinyl noob
In which episode did they saw a film that had bob dylan in its cast?
M. They watched "Masked and Anonymous" a few seasons back. It was a perfect storm of shit
don't say that, they're lovely people
I'm pretty sure leradoms was talking about the movie. And correct.
maybe, but all bad films that you guys watch becames somehow enjoyable (except for that Fitzcarraldo, that was weird as hell)
Who was the theater doctor in that movie? Dr. Moley?
Have you guys seen 'good will hunting'. This movie changed some of my views on life and certain people.
Nice Don't Go Back To Rockville reference there Matt
That John Waters story is weirdly wholesome
Is there an article Craig is writing from his interview? I would love to read it!
you should do "Candy"
24:30? CALDER!?! I BARELY KNOW HER!!!!
Was the show she was in CALDER Me Madame?
Id love to interview Craig. Get in touch sir!
Have you seen The Usual Suspects?
Seen it? Highlander
GREEN DAY JOKE!! YEEESSSS!!!
Super unpopular opinion: I only think the untouchables is okay. Better than mediocre but below great. I have seen it twice and overall not a lot sticks out.
Anne just shows back up at home without letting her mom know ahead of time? Shoulda Cald'er first.
Anne's mother dies in the middle of the, film that's why she heads back home to Lawrenceville the first time with Lyon.
Ahh yes a nice blunt and welcome to the basement you can't go wrong..its so chill and really good vibes ✌
7:22 You could say that the production designer had a "stabile" career.
does the movie really skip over the withdrawal step and the cravings afterwards?
Craig brought his A game on this one. Definitely laughed maybe a bit too hard at some of his jokes.
aren't all performers wishing for upward MOBILE-ity
Seen it? The Skulls starring Paul Walker and Joshua Jackson. The first twenty minutes are quite intriguing...then the rest of the movie HAPPENED, lol.
Is it just me, or did they never spot Richard Dreyfuss?
Just you. See 14:34.
Damn it!... How did i miss that? Thank you. :)
Dear Matt 'n Craig,
I was wondering, 'The Vanishing' (1993) with Jeff Bridges, Keifer Sutherland and Sandra Bullock. Have you seen it?
If you have then my next question would be, did you knew it is a Hollywood remake of a Dutch/Belgium movie called 'Spoorloos' (1988)?
If you did knew that and also seen the original my third question would be, which one do you think is better?
In my opinion the original is way better especially because the Hollywood version has a Hollywood friendly ending that is way less intense imo.
Last question, what do you think of remakes in general?
Imo it seldom becomes a better movie, often it's worse.
Anyway, thank you for reading and i hope you want to answer my questions and maybe even i come in the 'Seen it' bit of one of your videos.
Best regards,
Jeroen Honingh, The Netherlands
Seen It- Don't Bother to Knock; an interesting little film with an excellent performance by Marilyn Monroe in a role unlike anything else she's done.
Omg Ernesto!!!
Poor Craig thinks Checkers is Chess 12:34
Seen it? Have you ever seen "Sexmission" (original title "Seksmisja")? Some kind of apocalyptic movie about the world without men. It is one of the best and funniest polish movies ever created.
He Calder the next day on his mobile phone.
Seen it : (i know i keep briging that movie on and on) You finally watched a Kon Satoshi animated movie, Paprika, far better than Inception and way more clever, but what about his magnum opus ''Perfect Blue" ?
Someone should have called Craig with a joke on his mobile phone.
Greg, I just want you to know, when I get famous, I'm going to give you 16 minutes to interview me.
Don't clap, I'm just generous that way.
Also, @ 16:49, that's checkers, not chess Greg. sheesh.
That's Craig, not Greg. Sheesh.
touche