The Goods: A Film Podcast

London After Midnight (1927) / Mark of the Vampire (1935) (ft. Gargus) - Literally unwatchable

Old friend-of-the-pod Gargus joins Brian and Dan to discuss lost films, particularly the Tod Browning-Lon Chaney pairing London After Midnight, reconstructed with stills, and its talkie remake Mark of the Vampire. Join as they discuss some notable lost films (and some recovered ones), they complicated legacy of lost films, Tod Browning and Lon Chaney's collaboration, the long horror legacy of Dracula, German Expressionism's influence, and convoluted mystery plots.
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The Ghost and Mr. Chicken (1966) - The least pimp person

Dan and Brian dig deeper into spooky season with a Don Knotts comedy. First, they recount movie and TV moments that scared them when they were kids as well as some early nightmares. Then, they honor Don Knotts and "Greatest Generation" comedy through the slightly-spooky comedy film. Join as they discuss the film's remarkably over-staffed newspaper, convoluted criminal conspiracies, obvious pranks, and a wonderful five minute spooky segment padded with lots of sitcom beats.
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Disturbing Behavior (1998) - Man door hand hook car door

Dan and Brian continue their annual tradition of watching a late '90s teen horror movie in October with Disturbing Behavior, a largely panned and forgotten film starring James Marsden, Katie Holmes, and Nick Stahl. Join as they debate the general appeal of horror movies and the spooky season spirit, then dig into the movie of the week. They discuss the film's controversial editing history, its slightly confusing and ironic messaging, its TV connections and feeling, nighttime shooting, and its many connections to past Goods picks.
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Coffin Joe (1964-2008) (ft. Gavin McDowell) - Don't do what Donny Don't does

Religious scholar and recurring guest Gavin joins Dan and Brian to discuss the long-running Brazilian series of horror films directed by, written by, and starring José Mojica Marins as "Coffin Joe" -- the monstrous, atheist, libertine undertaker. Join as they discuss Coffin Joe's persona, the religious and political context of the film, the shifting tone in the series, Marins' three-pronged approach to horror, the role of transgressive ickiness in telling a horror story, and the censorship forces on Marins. They talk through the three "main" Coffin Joe films in detail, while Gavin gives an overview of the semi-canonical outings through the decades.
Gavin's "Sects, Lies, and Videotape" column: https://www.alternateending.com/blog/sects-lies-and-videotape-column-index
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He's Just Not That Into You (2009) / When Harry Met Sally (1989) (ft. Colton) - Ensem-rom-com

Longtime friend-of-the-pod Colton joins Brian and Dan to briefly discuss a foundational romantic comedy, then dig into the divisive 2009 ensemble film. Just what everyone was asking for -- an extended conversation about dating from three straight guys in their 30s. Join as they discuss Nora Ephron, Sex and the City, gender roles in romantic storytelling, the legitimacy of the respective film's themes, the messiness of Bradley Cooper's storyline, and their least favorite of the 50 states. Colton concludes with his strong and long-held beliefs on evaluating and comparing art.
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Varsity Blues (1999) - Spleen or no spleen

Dan and Brian lean into fall nostalgia by looking at a high school football comedy that stuck with Dan when he was a teen. Join as they discuss the Jon Voight dilemma, James Van Der Beek's career and sad diagnosis, their injured high school QB buddy, problematic story elements that have aged strangely, whipped cream-inis, erection slang, and not wanting your life.
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Merlin (1998) - Renaissance man

In the spirit of autumnal decay and ren faire dress-up, Brian shares with Dan a formative TV movie, the two-part Merlin starring Sam Neill. Join as they discuss the film's odd place in a movie history, surprisingly stacked cast, dubious Arthurian authenticity, outstanding score, and cyclic reflections on power. Brian also gives Dan a quick rundown of the shoddy but twisty sequel, Merlin's Apprentice from 2006.
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The 'Burbs (1989) - Dante's inferno

Dan and Brian discuss a film Dan was surprised to adore during his Tom Hanks binge a couple of years ago, the Joe Dante-directed comedy tinged with horror The 'Burbs. Join as they discuss the film's production and writing history, including its Hitchcock connections, the young Tom Hanks shtick, the film's suburban satire and cartoon energy, and their love of the film's divisive ending. Dan also shares his top 11 Tom Hanks movies.
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