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.
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.
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".
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!
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.
Helen Hayes and Mary Martin were known way beyond New York. Helen Hayes was dubbed the First Lady of American Theatre and everyone in the country knew it. She also made many fine movies. Mary Martin delighted families for years with her annual TV airing of Peter Pan. She was also a huge Broadway star and her cast albums were best sellers nationwide. You don’t have to be New Yorker to know these ladies’ names, but I guess you do have to be of a certain age. To me and my generation they are legends.
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
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.
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
I’ve never viewed VOTD as a camp film. It’s more like a melodrama or night time soap opera. It dealt with topics that were considered taboo at the time and it exposed drug abuse in Hollywood. It had some amazing dramatic moments. All the ladies did a good job considering what they had to work with.
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.
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!
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."?
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.
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??
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
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
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.
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.
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.
Craig was on fire this show
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.
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.
Every time you do the 80s Cable Roundup, I hear a whip crack that isn't there.
Oh, it's there...it's there...
One of my favorite episodes
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".
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!
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.
This series is amazing. Thank you Matt and Craig.
Helen Hayes and Mary Martin were known way beyond New York. Helen Hayes was dubbed the First Lady of American Theatre and everyone in the country knew it. She also made many fine movies. Mary Martin delighted families for years with her annual TV airing of Peter Pan. She was also a huge Broadway star and her cast albums were best sellers nationwide. You don’t have to be New Yorker to know these ladies’ names, but I guess you do have to be of a certain age. To me and my generation they are legends.
Always heard of this movie. Never saw it. Now I must. Great review guys as always
My mother had the book (La Vallée des Poupées) and I remember how much this titled intrigued me when I was very young.
I loved the Young Ones!
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!
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
Craig was on a roll this episode. I love it!
Ernesto! The whole world 🌎 loved u buddy!
Craig killed it in this episode!
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 :)
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.
You guys are great !
15:40 he had to sell his shoes to pay for his jacket.
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!
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.
Seen it? Deadly Prey. Perhaps one of the best "so unbelievable it's funny" B action movies my friends and I have ever seen.
Incidentally, VALLEY OF THE DOLLS was an inspiration for David Lynch's MULHOLLAND DRIVE.
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.
Pinups is such an underrated album 👌🏻 I loved this episode.
My favorite Welcome ever!
Craig on fire with the riffing, right from the off :)
Just noticed your many MST3K DVDs, Matt, and it made me smile. Hi keeba!
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
Neely complains that the set is "too damn hot." She wishes that the set was a bit CALDER.
What would Dr Moley think of this film's portrayal of pills?
I’ve never viewed VOTD as a camp film. It’s more like a melodrama or night time soap opera. It dealt with topics that were considered taboo at the time and it exposed drug abuse in Hollywood. It had some amazing dramatic moments. All the ladies did a good job considering what they had to work with.
That Santa Claus joke is incredible.
I agree with your assessment of Patty Duke. She did a good job and was totally believable.👍
Jaqueline Susanne cameo spotting at 13:35. "Was she depressed?".
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.
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!
Great episode guys!
Yes, I like that he asked John that question. Speaking of mildly scolding - Perkins? I believe it’s Parkins. Slight pronunciation difference.
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."?
Nice TMBG reference!!
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: Drifting Clouds, or any other Kaurismäki movie?
Who was the theater doctor in that movie? Dr. Moley?
I mean when you've asked all you wanted to ask, inquiring about anything the interviewee would like to say isn't that astronomical.
Dr. Moley approves of this film. Pills!
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!
Have you guys seen sleepaway camp? End of that movie creeps me the heck out.
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.
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.
Is there an article Craig is writing from his interview? I would love to read it!
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
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
LOVE David Rappaport. Without actors like him and Michael Dunn, we wouldn't have Peter Dinklage today...
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.
Speaking of John Waters, have you guys seen Cecil B. Demented?
The Bad News Bears was just shown on television last week or so. A lot of the spicier words were edited out. :(
Seen it? Medium Cool. Very modern filmmaking for a movie from the 60's.
I got confused a few times when I couldn't tell if you were saying "Ann" or "and"
Hey Craig, good interview ^_^
Seen it? Colossal. I never thought I'd get real world emotional resonance and kaiju monsters in the same film.
Egotistikall SNIFFFFFF's first album; Valley of the Dollas
Craig was hilarious this episode
Have you guys seen Lynch's Dune? It too features the acting of Sting.
Was the show she was in CALDER Me Madame?
Please review Bakshi's, "American Pop".
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.
Matt any tips for a vinyl noob
Have you guys seen 'good will hunting'. This movie changed some of my views on life and certain people.
That John Waters story is weirdly wholesome
No clip.of Richard Dreyfus?
Yes there is.
Ahh yes a nice blunt and welcome to the basement you can't go wrong..its so chill and really good vibes ✌
Omg Ernesto!!!
24:30? CALDER!?! I BARELY KNOW HER!!!!
you should do "Candy"
Happy ending? But it was over the phone!
The Groove Tube. Seen it?
Have you seen The Usual Suspects?
The Carol Burnett show takes on "The Valley of the Dolls": ua-cam.com/video/EGsthEpWLio/v-deo.html
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.
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)
Seen it? Highlander
GREEN DAY JOKE!! YEEESSSS!!!
7:22 You could say that the production designer had a "stabile" career.
Id love to interview Craig. Get in touch sir!
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.
Poor Craig thinks Checkers is Chess 12:34
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. :)
Someone should have called Craig with a joke on his mobile phone.
He Calder the next day on his mobile phone.
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.
aren't all performers wishing for upward MOBILE-ity
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.