In this special episode of Midnight Viewing, host Father Malone welcomes HP, the composer and host of Noise Junkies, to discuss the 1978 jukebox musical film, 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.' They delve into the movie’s production, its eclectic cast including Peter Frampton, the Bee Gees, Steve Martin, and Alice Cooper, and its critical reception. The discussion highlights the film's strange narrative choices, memorable musical performances, and its nostalgic impact on the hosts. Despite...
Feb 13, 2025•1 hr 57 min
Join Father Malone and Ripley Jean as they take a look at Valentine action flick Love Hurts and take a look back at the height of the Captain America franchise: Captain America The Winter Soldier. 00:00 Steve Rogers' Urgent Message 02:07 Father Malone's Weekly Roundup 03:54 Love Hurts 13:32 Captain America: The Winter Soldier 29:51 Upcoming Episodes and Final Thoughts
Feb 09, 2025•33 min
In this episode of Midnight Viewing, we review two episodes from Season 3 of George A. Romero's Tales from the Dark Side. The convoluted plot of 'The Bitterest Pill' (Season 3, Episode 3) and the predictable yet eerie 'Florence Bravo' (Season 3, Episode 4). 00:00 Introduction to Midnight Viewing 00:25 The Bitterest Pill 14:13 Florence Bravo 24:16 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Episodes Father Malone fathermalone71@gmail.com patreon.com/fathermalone
Feb 06, 2025•28 min
In this week's Roundup, Father Malone and co-host Ripley Jean delve into Sophie Thatcher's recent horror ventures, showcasing her performances in 'Companion' and 'Heretic'. 00:00 Welcome to Father Malone's Weekly Roundup 06:27 Companion 17:15 Heretic 22:30 Closing Thoughts and Future Hope
Feb 03, 2025•27 min
In this episode of 'Anthologies Attack,' hosts Father Malone and Antonio LLapur discuss Mel Brooks' classic comedy film 'History of the World, Part 1.' From the Stone Age to the French Revolution, they explore segments like the Old Testament, the Inquisition, highlighting memorable performances by Mel Brooks, Madeline Kahn, Dom DeLuise, and more. They also touch on Brooks' comedic style, the impact of key figures like Orson Welles, and the film's moments of cringeworthy humor and timeless jokes....
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 13 min
In this episode of the Weekly Roundup, Father Malone and Ripley take a gander at two new releases: Wolf Man from The Invisible Man director Leigh Whannel. And the straight to streaming film Star Trek: Section 31 starring Michelle Yeoh 00:00 Introduction 05:55 'Wolfman' 19:19 Section 31 31:14 Conclusion and Sign-Off Father Malone Fathermalone71@gmail.com patreon.com/fathermalone
Jan 26, 2025•34 min
In this episode of Midnight Viewing, we discussSeason 3. Episode 1, 'The Circus,' which features a world-weary investigative journalist encountering a sinister circus, and Episode 2, 'I Can't Help Saying Goodbye,' about a young girl with a morbidly prescient power. 00:00 Introduction to Midnight Viewing 01:46 The Circus 12:52 I Can't Help Saying Goodbye 22:14 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Episodes
Jan 24, 2025•26 min
Father Malone AND Ripley discuss the the latest four-part series 'SNL Beyond Saturday Night' available on Peacock, examining various aspects like the auditions, writing process, and 'The Weird Year. The episode also features a special tribute to the late filmmaker Jeannot Szwarc, celebrating his works on anthology television and the direction of 'Jaws 2'. 00:00 Welcome to Father Malone's Weekly Roundup 05:17 SNL's 50th 18:14 Jaws 2: 31:05 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Episodes Father Malone Fathe...
Jan 19, 2025•35 min
In this episode of 'Anthologies Attack,' hosts Father Malone and Antonio Llapur dive into the Coen Brothers' 2018 anthology film 'The Ballad of Buster Scruggs.' They discuss each of the six segments, the film's unique take on the American West, and its themes of death and storytelling. Highlighted are the film's notable performances, including those by James Franco, Zoe Kazan, and Tom Waits. The hosts also touch on the Coen Brothers' adeptness at genre-hopping and their distinct narrative style....
Jan 17, 2025•55 min
Welcome back to a very special two part episode of Midnight Viewing as we look back on the career of filmmaker Jeannot Szwarc. He directed some 19 segments of Night Gallery. All were at least visually interesting and some are the best of the series. We've collected all of his Night Gallery tales for your listening pleasure. And Father Malone would like you to know his cohosts are mostly wrong in their reviews. 00:00 Introduction to Jeannot Szwarc 01:51 The Waiting Room 13:10 The Last Rites for a...
Jan 17, 2025•1 hr 50 min
Welcome back to a very special two part episode of Midnight Viewing as we look back on the career of filmmaker Jeannot Szwarc. He directed some 19 segments of Night Gallery. All were at least visually interesting and some are the best of the series. We've collected all of his Night Gallery tales for your listening pleasure. And Father Malone would like you to know his cohosts are mostly wrong in their reviews. 00:00 Introduction and Tribute to Jeannot Szwarc 02:31 The Little Black Bag 10:33 Deat...
Jan 17, 2025•1 hr 49 min
In this lively episode of Father Malone's Weekly Roundup, Father Malone and Ripley Jean return to rate and review the latest in the endless stream of Star Wars content: Skeleton Crew. Then take a look back at The Lonely Island and their magnificent Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back 01:28 Star Wars Fandom Rant 07:17 Skeleton Crew Review 15:17 SNL and The Lonely Island 18:30 Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping 30:21 Conclusion and Farewell Father Malone fatherm...
Jan 13, 2025•33 min
We've reached the end of season Two. Witness the whimpering outro that is 'Fear of Floating' and 'The Kasavin Curse'. 00:00 Introduction to Midnight Viewing 01:37 Fear of Floating 17:48 The Casavin Curse 24:04 Romero's Influence and Production Critique 28:10 Final Thoughts and Episode Wrap-Up Father Malone fathermalone71@gmail.com patreon.com/fathermalone
Jan 10, 2025•32 min
No Weekly Roundup this week. Instead Father Malone welcomes back Paul Waller, the host of 'A Year in Horror' podcast and frontman for the wildly melodic and heavy as hell band OHHMS, to discuss the 1986 film 'Trick or Treat.' They delve into heavy metal culture and the depiction of metalheads in horror films. Additionally, Paul shares personal anecdotes about his experiences with heavy metal music, both as a fan and a musician. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 03:58 The Impact of Heavy Metal...
Jan 05, 2025•55 min
In this episode of Anthologies Attack, hosts delve into the world of the Coen Brothers' film 'Inside Llewyn Davis'—a portrayal of a struggling folk musician in 1961 New York. They discuss the relevance of the film's themes to the year 2025, reflect on the artistic journey, and contrast characters while exploring the Coens' unparalleled dialogue and film-making style. 00:00 Welcome to Anthologies Attack! 01:51 Introducing the Coen Brothers 03:35 Inside Llewyn Davis 26:49 The Ending and Its Implic...
Jan 03, 2025•56 min
Father Malone and Miss Ripley Jean discuss their New Year’s resolutions and review the latest in film. They cover Robert Eggers' 'Nosferatu,' critiquing its portrayal of Count Orlok and its focus on repressed sexuality. They then move on to 'Y2K,' Kyle Mooney’s directorial debut, blending comedy and horror as technology turns hostile on New Year's Eve 1999. Finally, they explore 'A Complete Unknown,' James Mangold's biopic of Bob Dylan, praising its focused storytelling and Timothy Chalamet’s po...
Dec 28, 2024•30 min
'Strange Love,' written by Edith Swenson and directed by Theodore Gershuny, explores the dynamics of ailing vampires and an unusual love story. 'The Unhappy Medium,' written by Swenson and directed by Dusty Nelson, revolves around a televangelist's family dealing with his unexpected afterlife appearances and struggling with their morally ambiguous inheritances. 00:00 Introduction to Midnight Viewing 01:00 Strange Love 09:17 The Unhappy Medium 19:19 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up FATHER MALONE father...
Dec 27, 2024•22 min
Merry Christmas, Midnight Viewers! Take a tour of Christmas Past as we gather together holiday themed episodes from the various anthologies series we've covered so far. Journey back with us as we look at episodes from Tales from the Crypt, Twilight Zone 85, Night Gallery and the Tales from the Crypt feature film. We hope your New Year will better than the last.
Dec 25, 2024•56 min
In this Christmas-themed episode of Father Malone's Weekly Roundup, Father Malone and co-host Ripley Jean navigate holiday entertainment, starting with a review of 'Emmett Otter's Jug-Band Christmas,' a 1978 Jim Henson special featuring a mother and son otter duo trying to make ends meet during the Great Depression. The episode continues with a scathing critique of the Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis film, 'Christmas with the Kranks,' labeling it the worst film ever made. Finally, they delve into...
Dec 22, 2024•32 min
Welcome, Midnight Viewers to a patreon preview of our latest show CABLE BOX THEATER. Hosts Father Malone and HP ('Night, Mr. Walters, Noise Junkies) relive the thrilling days of yesteryear (the late 70s/early 80s) when cable networks, desperate for content, would show filmed/taped Broadway productions. We're starting off with the 1975 "classic" : 'It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's Superman!' 00:00 Introduction: The Birth of HBO 01:58 The Evolution of Cable Networks 02:23 Welcome to Cable Box Theat...
Dec 19, 2024•48 min
It's a Weekly Roundup/The Projection Booth/The Kulturecast safari as we track down the final nail in the Sony/Marvel coffin - Kraven the Hunter. And Ripley Jean and Father Malone take a look at another non-Marvel/Marvel film in the form of Ghost Rider. 00:00 Welcome and Housekeeping 04:14 Ghost Rider Review 13:19 Kraven the Hunter Discussion 32:12 The Russian Anthem Controversy 40:50 The Future of Spider-Man Movies 50:41 Spider-Man's Rogues Gallery 01:07:24 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up FATHER MALO...
Dec 16, 2024•1 hr 10 min
'The Last Car,' a story about a college student finding herself trapped on a mysterious train. 'Choice of Dreams,' where a dying mob boss faces eternal punishment. 00:00 Introduction to Midnight Viewing 00:45 Episode Review: The Last Car 10:58 Episode Review: A Choice of Dreams 19:29 Closing Remarks and Plugs Father Malone www.patreon.com/fathermalone
Dec 13, 2024•21 min
Join Father Malone and Miss Ripley Jean in this week's episode as they dive into a mix of comic nostalgia and new releases. From the darker tones of DC Comics' past, featuring 'House of Mystery' and 'Sergeant Rock,' to a detailed discussion on the historical impact of 'Weird War Tales' and the launch of the 'Creature Commandos.' Father Malone also offers insights into the new animated DCU shows by James Gunn, highlighting the faithful yet sometimes flawed adaptations. Wrapping up with a critique...
Dec 07, 2024•29 min
'The Shrine,' where Christine grapples with her mental breakdown, highlighting the episode's weak execution and disjointed narrative. 'The Old Soft Shoe,' featuring a lingerie salesman caught in a supernatural entanglement, critiquing its lack of focus and unresolved plot points. 00:00 Welcome to Midnight Viewing: Tales from the Dark Side 00:34 Episode Breakdown: The Shrine 12:03 Episode Breakdown: The Old Soft Shoe 21:57 Closing Thoughts and What's Next
Dec 05, 2024•25 min
It's a wintry roundup as the Xmas season has begun. Father Malone and Ripley Jean take on the recent release by Black Adam and Captain America, Red One. After that bitter pill they luxuriate in two unconventional xmas choices: Cobra the Sylvester Stallone Starrer. And Better Off Dead. Are they xmas movies? Let us know. 00:00 Welcome to Father Malone's Weekly Roundup 01:23 Unconventional Christmas Movies 02:00 Red One 10:54 Cobra 18:01 Better Off Dead FATHER MALONE fathermalone71@gmail.com patreo...
Nov 30, 2024•28 min
In this 100th episode special of Midnight Viewing Anthologies Attack, Father Malone welcomes back Antonio Llapur to discuss the 1995 anthology film 'Four Rooms.' Directed by Alison Anders, Alexander Rockwell, Robert Rodriguez, and Quentin Tarantino, the film consists of four interconnected stories set in a quirky hotel. Special attention is given to Tim Roth's frenetic performance as the bellboy, the underutilized talents of actresses like Jennifer Beals and Marisa Tomei, and the issues stemming...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr
Father Malone and Ripley Jean are back! Talking 3 new films. Well. One new one. 'Gladiator 2' highlighting the film's narrative shortcomings. 'The Thirteenth Warrior,' an adaptation of Michael Crichton's novel. 'Highlander' and its iconic soundtrack by Queen. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:10 Gladiator and Gladiator 2 13:30 The 13th Warrior 19:06 Highlander 27:45 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes FATHER MALONE fathermalone71@gmail.com patreon.com/fathermalone HP hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com...
Nov 24, 2024•30 min
This episode includes a detailed analysis of 'A New Lease on Life,' where a man moves into a sentient apartment building, and humorous musings on sentient buildings in popular culture. The conversation shifts to review 'Printer's Devil,' a dark tale about a writer's desperate measures for success, highlighting standout performances and comparing it to John Harrison's other works. They also discuss themes of 'deal with the devil' across anthology shows and preview upcoming content like 'The Shrin...
Nov 22, 2024•27 min
Father Malone is joined by co-host Miss Ripley Jean and special guest H. P., host of Night Mr. Walters - A Taxi Podcast. The focus begins with an in-depth discussion and critique of the 2024 film 'Here,' directed by Robert Zemeckis and featuring Tom Hanks and Robin Wright. The hosts explore the technical aspects and overall disappointment brought by the film, despite expectations. Additionally, they take a nostalgic dive into the 1985 cult classic 'Clue,' celebrating its unique farcical approach...
Nov 18, 2024•1 hr 18 min
In this episode of 'Anthologies Attack,' host Father Malone delves into horror anthologies with special co-host Allan Arkush, stepping in for regular co-host Antonio Llapur. They explore a wide range of horror anthology films, starting with 'Flesh and Fantasy' from 1943, and discuss their favorite segments and the directors behind them. The rich, detailed conversation touches upon classics such as 'Dead of Night' and 'Kwaidan,' while also bringing in modern entries like Todd Haynes' 'Poison.' Ar...
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 12 min
