Mrparka's Video Reviews for the Week of May 9th (Episode 156) Hammer Time Week 52 (Season Finale)5/2/2020 Links www.youtube.com/mrparka https://www.instagram.com/mrparka/ https://twitter.com/mrparka00 http://www.screamingtoilet.com/dvd--blu-ray https://www.facebook.com/screamingpotty/ https://www.facebook.com/mrparka http://shutupbrandon.podbean.com/ https://www.facebook.com/screamingpotty/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/shut-up-brandon-podcast/id988229934?mt=2 https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/podbean-70/shut-up-brandon-podcast https://letterboxd.com/mrparka/ https://www.patreon.com/mrparka Time Stamps RIP Kickstarter, End of Hammer Time, New Segment Blindspot -0:12 “Eddie Macon’s Run” Review – -1:10 The Weekly Western “All the Pretty Horses” Review – 5:59 “When the Wind Blows” Review with Jeremy – 13:48 “Frankenstein 2000” A Run Through '91 Review – 24:46 “Door into Silence” A Run Through '91 Review – 29:32 “Voices from Beyond” A Run Through '91 Review – 34:36 “The Sect” A Run Through '91 Review– 39:25 “Black Demons” A Run Through '91 Review – 45:03 “The Unborn” A Run Through '91 Review – 48:39 “Bloodsucking Pharaohs in Pittsburg” A Run Through '91 Review – 53:03 “Shock 'Em Dead” A Run Through '91 Review – 57:27 “Hauntedween” A Run Through '91 Review – 1:02:22 “The Guyver” A Run Through '91 Review – 1:10:28 Hammer Time “To the Devil a Daughter” Review with Jeremy – 1:16:20 The Best of Hammer Season Finale – 1:30:24 Questions – 1:54:59 Answers – 2:01:19 Question of the Week “Worst horror film of 1991?” – 2:05:06 Update – 2:05:29 RIP Kickstarter – https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/shsptour/rip-rest-in-pieces?ref=project_link&fbclid=IwAR1vWBQsKIUjcJXIWIt5ZKcsaULg7kw24ImbgUPd4Og3BecIwWo_3JV69rk Video Reviews"Eddie Macon's Run" Blu-Ray Review (Mill Creek Entertainment)![]() Synopsis: Eddie Macon is running from a nightmare... running to a dream... and running for his life. Hollywood legend Kirk Douglas stars with John Schneider (The Dukes of Hazzard) in the action-packed Eddie Macon's Run. Time is running out for Eddie Macon (Schneider). He's trapped in a Texas jail on trumped-up charges. He'll do anything to make it back to his wife and child, but if he's caught, he'll be back in the pen for life. Carl Marzack (Douglas) is an aging cop who must prove he can still get his man - and his man is Eddie Macon. The hunt is on in this exciting thrill ride that climaxes in an edge-of-your seat chase through the streets of Texas. Mill Creek Entertainment – https://www.millcreekent.com/ “Eddie Macon’s Run” Blu-Ray – https://www.amazon.com/Eddie-Macons-Blu-ray-John-Schneider/dp/B07Z75ZJ7F/ The Weekly Western "All the Pretty Horses" Blu-Ray Review (Mill Creek Entertainment)![]() Synopsis: Some Passions Can Never Be Tamed. Academy Award®-winner Matt Damon (1997, Best Original Screenplay, Good Will Hunting) stars in director Billy Bob Thornton's action-filled tale of love and loss based on Cormac McCarthy's best-selling novel. John Grady Cole (Damon) and his best friend Lacey Rawlins (Henry Thomas) leave Texas and head south of the border in search of adventure and find work as horse wranglers. But when Cole embarks on an illicit and passionate affair with the beautiful daughter (Penélope Cruz, Blow, Vanilla Sky) of the wealthy ranch owner who is his employer, events are set into motion which forever change the lives of all involved. Mill Creek Entertainment – https://www.millcreekent.com/ “All the Pretty Horses” Blu-Ray – https://www.amazon.com/Pretty-Horses-Blu-ray-Matt-Damon/dp/B083XTF7CV/ "When the Wind Blows" Blu-Ray Review (Severin Kids) ![]() “There have been enough post-holocaust nuclear winter films to constitute a genre” says Time Out, “but there has never been anything quite like this.” Three decades after it first shattered audiences worldwide, Severin Kids is proud to present the animated classic about an elderly couple – voiced by Academy Award® winners Sir John Mills and Dame Peggy Ashcroft – attempting to survive the aftermath of a nuclear war. Directed by Jimmy T. Murakami (HEAVY METAL, BATTLE BEYOND THE STARS), adapted by Raymond Briggs from his acclaimed graphic novel, and featuring an original score by Roger Waters with title song by David Bowie, experience what Rock! Shock! Pop! calls “a fascinating achievement in filmmaking, and one that remains timeless more than 30 years after its creation.” Special Features: Jimmy Murakami: Non Alien – Feature Length Documentary About the Film’s Director The Wind and The Bomb: The Making of WHEN THE WIND BLOWS Audio Commentary with First Assistant Editor Joe Fordham and Film Historian Nick Redman An Interview with Raymond Briggs Protect and Survive: Public Information Film Designed to be Broadcast When a Nuclear Attack Was Imminent Isolated Music and Effects Audio Track Trailers Severin Films – https://severin-films.com/ “When the Wind Blows” Blu-Ray – https://severin-films.com/shop/wtwb-blu/ A Run Through '91 “Frankenstein 2000” DVD Review![]() When a woman is beaten into a coma and saved from being raped by her handyman (Donald O'Brien), the local security force does a cover-up to save the town's reputation and frames the saviour. After he hangs himself, the woman's strange comatose psi-powers revive him from the dead to exact revenge. “Frankenstein 2000” DVD – https://www.ebay.com/itm/Frankenstein-2000-Ritorno-dalla-morte-Uncut-DVD-Red-Edition-Joe-DAmato/143555263436?hash=item216c8f7bcc:g:otEAAOSwe-RebR4G A Run Through '91 “Door into Silence” DVD Review (Severin Films)![]() Successful businessman Melvin Dovereux is caught in a traffic jam caused by a funeral procession. Soon he is haunted by visions of a hearse chasing him and a woman in a sports car. Could the funeral procession actually be for him? Severin Films – https://severin-films.com/ “Door into Silence” DVD – https://www.amazon.com/Door-Into-Silence/dp/B01D0ORXKW/ A Run Through '91 “Voices from Beyond” Blu-Ray Review (Code Red)![]() Voices from Beyond (1991) If you think the dead rest in peace, prepare yourself for VOICES FROM BEYOND, a chilling ghost story with a modern twist. The unexpected death of wealthy, middle-aged Giorgio from an internal hemorrhage has cast suspicion on his scheming family, all of whom had reasons to commit murder. Rosy, the innocent daughter, is tormented by her father's spirit, who demands the revelation of his killer. Could it be Giorgio's wife, his mistress, his stepson or his stepmother? Or perhaps an even more fiendish mind is at work within the dark, deadly confines of their sprawling estate? Soon, Rosy's life is in danger as well as she races against time to unmask the face of true evil and silence the unearthly voice of a ghost out for justice. “Voices from Beyond” Blu-Ray – https://darkforcesuperstore.com/voices-from-beyond-blu-ray-code-red/ A Run Through '91 “The Sect” Blu-Ray Review (Scorpion Releasing)![]() Blu-ray includes a Limited Edition Slipcover while supplies last. For centuries they have waited. They come from all walks of life, from all over the world. They are "The Faceless Ones," an ominous legion of the doomed determined to enslave the human race. Herbert Lom stars as the ruthless leader of the homicidal minions who seek to propagate evil via ritual slayings and a mysterious, unholy shroud. He seeks to corrupt the innocent Miriam, a school teacher who unknowingly aids the Devil's disciple in his sinister mission. Haunted by unearthly visions, Miriam's reality soon becomes a hellish nightmare. Directed by Michele Soavi and Produced by Dario Argento Starring Kelly Curtis, Herbert Lom Special Features: New 2017 2K scan in English and Italian with English Subtltles, Reversible Cover, 2 Discs DISC ONE: Italian Trailer, New Interviews with Dario Argento, Michele Soavi and Tomas Arana, Audio Commentary with author Troy Howarth DISC TWO: New Interviews with cinematography Raffaele Mertes, Set Designer Massimo Antonello Geleng, screenwriter Gianni Romoli, composer Pino Donaggio, actor Giovanni Lombardo Radice and historian Fabrizio Spurio. Scorpion Releasing // 1991 // 117 Minutes // Not Rated // Color // English and Italian // Region A Please Note: Ronin Flix has performed a full QC review of The Sect and has found no technical problems with either the English or Italian stereo audio tracks. Please feel free to contact us if you have any additional questions regarding the audio configuration of this Blu-ray. Ronin Flix – https://roninflix.com/ “The Sect” Blu-Ray – https://roninflix.com/products/the-sect?_pos=1&_sid=d9780a24b&_ss=r A Run Through '91 “Black Demons” DVD Review (Shriek Show)![]() The Umberto Lenzi Collection Finally, the seldom seen 1991 zombie film from Umberto Lenzi arrives stateside, uncut, digitally re-mastered, and in English for the very first time. The Black magic rites and powers of Voodoo and the Macumba are used to reanimate the corpses of zombified, revenge-seeking, black slaves. Acting out of retribution, the zombies tear, rip and bite anyone in their path of vengeance. Containing plenty of gore, and an early 1980's-style, this is one not to be missed. Features Interviews Trailers “Black Demons” DVD – https://www.amazon.com/Demons-Triple-Feature-Other-Black/dp/B000IMVE50/ A Run Through '91 “The Unborn” Blu-Ray Review (Scream Factory)![]() Synopsis She was desperate to have a child ... until she was impregnated with THE UNBORN. A young wife (Brooke Adams, Invasion Of The Body Snatchers) suspects that a mysterious doctor (James Karen, The Return Of The Living Dead, Poltergeist) has inseminated her with mutated sperm in an attempt to create a super-human fetus. Unfortunately, there are extreme side-effects. More frightening than Rosemary's Baby, this chiller features early film roles in the careers of Lisa Kudrow and Kathy Griffin. Why We Love It “It’s stylish and a little smarter than you might expect but it also goes for the gusto in the ways a horror fan wants… The new 2K scan of this title does well by the film’s moody, soft-lit look and the lossless 2.0 stereo track gets the job done nicely.” – Don Guarisco, Schlockmania! “I’d watch this over Rosemary’s Baby anytime! It’s much more entertaining & the replay value is definitely better here. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!...You can throw out that old DVD because this Blu-ray release is best that this has ever looked on home video & it’s definitely an upgrade compared to any previous release.” – Wayne Wright, Horror Headquarters Bonus Features NEW 2K Scan Of The Original Film Elements NEW Audio Commentary With Producer/Director Rodman Flender And Filmmaker Adam Simon Theatrical Trailer Shout! Factory – https://www.shoutfactory.com/shop “The Unborn” Blu-Ray – https://www.shoutfactory.com/product/the-unborn?product_id=6791 A Run Through '91 “Bloodsucking Pharaohs in Pittsburg” Blu-Ray Review (88 Films)![]() Description In the same satirical spirit as HOLLYWOOD CHAINSAW HOOKERS (1988) or STUDENT BODIES (1981), comes 1991's esoterically entertaining splatter send-up BLOODSUCKING PHARAOHS IN PITTSBURGH. Originally entitled PICKING UP THE PIECES, and featuring special effects from the legendary Tom Savini (MANIAC/ DAY OF THE DEAD), this first class mix of gore and guffaws makes its worldwide BluRay debut from 88 Films. Proving that a madwoman can be far more threatening than a madman, BLOODSUCKING PHARAOHS IN PITTSBURGH introduces us to a weapon-wielding femme-fatale who is dedicated to lopping off limbs and chalking up a high body count in the name of an ancient religious cult. What results is a plethora of slice and dice silliness and one of the most deranged, but darkly humoured, hack 'em ups ever unleashed. Starring Veronica Hart, the erstwhile adult movie legend from such late night masterworks as AMANDA BY NIGHT (1981), as a crazy killer with a shapely shape, and paying homage to everything from BLOOD FEAST (1963) to THE TOOLBOX MURDERS (1978), BLOODSUCKING PHARAOHS IN PITTSBURGH proves once and for all that the female of the species is far deadlier than the male! Extras Interview with Effects Legend Tom Savini (11:22) Animated Stills Gallery (6:05) Behind the Scenes Footage (14:57) Deleted Scenes (18:40) Interview with Dean Tschetter (13:14) 88 Films Trailer Reel (21:55) 88 Films – https://88-films.myshopify.com/ “Bloodsucking Pharaohs in Pittsburg” Blu-Ray – https://www.amazon.com/Bloodsucking-Pharaohs-Pittsburgh-Blu-Ray-Reg/dp/B01DWXNY22 A Run Through '91 “Shock 'Em Dead” Blu-Ray Review (Olive Films)![]() DESCRIPTION Disclaimer: Shock ‘Em Dead is presented using the best available elements provided by Slasher // Video. Not sourced from an HD Master; remastered from 1″ Tape and upconverted to BluRay and DVD specifications. Manager-on-the-rise Lindsay Roberts (Traci Lords, Cry-Baby) has a rock band in the spotlight with guitar god Angel Martin (Stephen Quadros, The Lost Platoon) as its newest member. Lindsay and the band are on the road to success. But all is not as it seems. Angel, as it turns out, has made a pact with the dark forces to make him a rock star having quite literally sold his soul for his talent. But there’s a catch, fame and fortune come at a price. In order to sustain his talent Angel must feed on the souls of others. Lindsay’s growing attraction to Angel soon turns to fear as she finds herself pulled further and further into a terrifying world of unspeakable evil. Slasher // Video presents Shock ‘Em Dead, a film about rock & roll and soul(s) directed by Mark Freed (Lovers and Liars) and starring Traci Lords (Cry-Baby), Troy Donahue (Imitation of Life), Aldo Ray (We’re No Angels) and Stephen Quadros (The Lost Platoon). Extras Commentary Deleted Scenes Olive Films – https://olivefilms.com/ “Shock ‘Em Dead” Blu-Ray – https://olivefilms.com/product/shock-em-dead/ A Run Through '91 “Hauntedween” DVD Review![]() HauntedWeen is a horror/comedy, was made in Bowling Green, KY. We filmed at WKU, the OLD Sigma Alpha Epsilon house, and a downtown warehouse for the interior scenes. We also used an old farmhouse in Richpond, KY for the exterior scenes. This was “The Burber House”. HauntedWeen took 23 days to shoot the principal photography and then another 2 years to complete. It was shot on 16mm film and transferred directly to video. We sold a little over 2,000 copies with a money back guarantee. No one sent a copy back to us. HauntedWeen was a independent film project of passion. After graduating with a Film/TV production degree from WKU, I wanted to show Hollywood that we could make movies in Kentucky. It became my quest. More than 200 people worked on the film at different times. Without the help of the local community, it would have been impossible to make the movie. There were many local companies that helped us make our film, Houchens markets, Dominos Pizza, Subway, RC cola, Dixie Cream Donuts, The Capitol Arts Theatre, Wilbur Sprouse, (107.1 The Gator), Barry Williams, WBKO, and too many news outlets to name… are just a few of the local supporters and folks that helped. This DVD release will give everyone who worked on the film and lifelong memory. If you knew someone that was in the movie or even heard about it, you can buy the DVD and get a better understanding of how we accomplished the goal of delivering the film. The DVD includes The Movie, Director/Producer Commentary, a photo album, the original trailer, the unseen HauntedWeen music video, and the never before seen, The Making of HauntedWeen. The Making of HauntedWeen, is a 45 minute documentary. It’s a behind the scenes look at the film’s secrets, the personalities, and the decision making process of how we filmed particular shots. So BUY this movie with over 4 hours of quality entertainment… it’s entertainment for sure. “Hauntedween” DVD – http://hauntedween.com/ A Run Through '91 “The Guyver” Blu-Ray Review (Import Blu-Ray)![]() LOST FOR CENTURIES…ONLY ONE MAN CAN ACTIVATE IT! FBI agent Max Reed witnesses Dr. Tetsu Segawa – a researcher for the mysterious Chronos Corporation – being murdered. Dr. Segawa had stolen an alien device known as “The Guyver” from Chronos. College student Sean Barker, whose girlfriend’s father was Dr. Segawa, finds the Guyver’s hiding spot while watching the forensic team investigating the crime scene. Special Features: Brian Yuzna Interview and more “The Guyver” Blu-Ray German Uncut Disc – https://www.amazon.de/Guyver-Classic-Cult-Collection-Blu-ray/dp/B01BOIEITK/ Hammer Time Episode 52 "To the Devil a Daughter" Blu-Ray Review (Scream Factory)![]() Synopsis First, Rosemary's Baby. Then, The Exorcist. And now a motion picture that probes further into the mysteries of the occult! A heretic priest (Christopher Lee) plots to use a teenage nun (Nastassja Kinski) in a depraved pact with the forces of darkness. But when an American occult novelist (Richard Widmark) uncovers the conspiracy, he must battle an international cabal of evil for the body and soul of the Devil's child-bride! Honor Blackman and Denholm Elliott co-star in this notorious shocker directed by Peter Sykes (Demons Of The Mind) and based on the best-selling novel by Dennis Wheatley (The Devil Rides Out). Bonus Features NEW Audio Commentary With Author/Film Historian Steve Haberman And Filmmaker/Film Historian Constantine Nasr Dark Arts: Inside To The Devil…A Daughter To The Devil – The Death Of Hammer Theatrical Trailer Shout! Factory – https://www.shoutfactory.com/shop “To the Devil a Daughter” Blu-Ray – https://www.shoutfactory.com/product/to-the-devil-a-daughter?product_id=7255 Ask a Question/Answer a Question Worst horror film of 1991? Podcast Version![]() https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/podbean-70/shut-up-brandon-podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/shut-up-brandon-podcast/id988229934? https://shutupbrandon.podbean.com/e/mrparka-s-weekly-reviews-episode-156-audio-version/ UpdateBlu-Ray 1. Elvira Mistress of the Dark 2. The Wind 3. The Concept Media Films Collections 4. The McPherson Tape 5. The Monster of Piedras Blancas 6. IT! The Terror from Beyond Space 7. Velocipastor 8. House of Forbidden Secrets 9. Black Metal Veins DVDs 10. Flowers 11. Lung 12. My Demon Within 13. Morris County 14. Dreaming Purple Neon 15. Gorgasm 16. Gorotica 17. Caroushell 18. Evil River 19. Stabbed in the Face 20. Grimewave 21. Killer Campout 22. Cat Sick Blues 23. Erotic Nights of the Blind Dead 24. Goreface Killer 25. Goregasm 26. Hell’s Kitty 27. Party Night 28. Holiday Horror Triple Feature – Paranormal Halloween/ Deadly X-Mas/Summer Camp Massacre Film NotesEddie Macon’s Run – 1983 – Jeff Kanew
All the Pretty Horses – 2000 – Billy Bob Thornton When the Wind Blows – 1986 – Jimmy T. Murakami Frankenstein 2000 – 1991 – Joe D’Amato Door into Silence – 1991 – Lucio Fulci Voices from Beyond – 1991 – Lucio Fulci The Sect – 1991 – Michele Soavi Black Demons – 1991 – Umberto Lenzi The Unborn – 1991 – Rodman Flender Bloodsucking Pharaohs in Pittsburg – 1991 – Dean Tschetter Shock ‘Em Dead – 1991 – Mark Freed Hauntedween – 1991 – Doug Robertson The Guyver – 1991 – Steve Wang/ Screaming Mad George To the Devil a Daughter – 1976 – Peter Sykes
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