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206. KICKSTART 11/14/2022

As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resources for North America: United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ The Suicide Hotline phone number has been changed. Now, just text or call 988. Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566 Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves an...

205. KICKSTART 11/7/2022

204. THE MUMMY (2017)

Today we close out September’s theme of Remakes That Nobody Asked For with 2017’s Alex Kurtzman-helmed The Mummy starring Tom Cruise, Russell Crowe, and the always AMAZING Sofia Boutella in the title role. With what was to launch Universal's long term plans of updating the world with their classic Universal Monsters in the guise of the aptly named Dark Universe, which was announced just as The Mummy was being released, a lot was riding on it's success. How did it all fair?   As always,...

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203. KICKSTART 9/26/2022

Dark: Dying of the Light Director's Cut   As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resources for North America:   United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/   The Suicide Hotline phone number has been changed. Now, just text or call 988.   Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566     Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NO...

202. THE AMITYVILLE HORROR (2005)

Just when you think we’ve already covered our least favorite movie of this month’s theme of Remakes That Nobody Asked For, 2005’s The Amityville Horror says “hold my demonic beer.” And, yes, that 25:37 runtime IS accurate. This is the shortest movie episode you’ll ever hear from us. Ever. Promise. So, sit back and grab a cold one. (Not a Tall Boy because you won’t finish it before the episode is over.)   As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resources ...

201. KICKSTART 9/19/2022

As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resources for North America:   United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/   The Suicide Hotline phone number has been changed. Now, just text or call 988.   Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care ...

200. TOTAL RECALL (2012)

Here we are. Episode 200. Life being what it is we weren't able to do an extra special thing in time for this release, but we do have some fun guests planned for very near future epsiodes. But for now, moisten your ear canals with our discussion of Len Wiseman's remake of Paul Verhoeven's 1990 classic, Total Recall with Colin Farrell, Jessica Biel, Kate Beckinsale, and featuring Bill Nighy and Bryan Cranston.   As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resoru...

199. KICKSTART 9/12/2022

As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resoruces for North America:   United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/   The Suicide Hotline phone number has been changed. Now, just text or call 988.   Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of y...

198. THE FOG (2005)

Ahoy, maties! We be pirate ghosts--er, I mean we be some kind of ghosts not of the pirate variety! Why? Only the producers know, so don't ask us. We're just lonely leperatic ghosts who haunt an island becaue they screwed us over. We're also here to confuse you with missing plot points and other shenanigans! This week, we have the 2005 remake of John Carpenter's classic The Fog starring Tom Welling, Maggie Grace, Selma Blair, and slew of actors that have a passport to cross the Canadian bor...

197. KICKSTART 9/5/2022

Happy Labor Day, Everyone! Here is the first episode of September! If you join us on Patreon, you'll get access to the 10+ minutes of bonus goodness for this episode and all Kickstart episode moving forward starting with August. Here is Kyra Gardner's Insta account  And Kyra's Linktree!    As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resoruces for North America: United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreven...

196. ROBOCOP (2014)

Returning with our first newly recorded movie episode since we recorded Josie and the Pussycats back in March! This month, it’s REMAKES THAT NOBODY ASKED FOR. First up, is José Padilha’s Robocop from 2014 with Joel Kinnaman, Gary Oldman, and Michael Keaton, along with a solid supporting cast. The beloved 1987 original has spawned two sequels, a TV show, and a long list of “starts and stops” in bringing the franchise back over the past 35 years. It took them 14 years for this remak...

195. KICKSTART 8/29/2022

Hey Everyone! If enjoyed his week's Kickstart, you can find an Extra Large helping of this episode that has a bonus 12+ minutes to tickle your ear drums on Patreon! You can join us by supporting the show using the link below!   Karate in the Garage on Patreon!   As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resoruces for North America:   United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/   The S...

194. KICKSTART 8/22/2022

As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resoruces for North America: United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ The Suicide Hotline phone number has been changed. Now, just text or call 988. Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselve...

193. KICKSTART 8/15/2022

This is the "Lite" version of Kickstart. Going forward, you can get extra KS goodness on Patreon. This week, it's an extra TEN MINUTES. Nearly 1/3 more!   If you want to join us on Patreon, you can find us at    https://www.patreon.com/KITGpodcast   As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resoruces for North America: United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ The Suicide Hotline p...

192. JOSIE AND THE PUSSYCATS (2001)

Hey, I said Friday and it's still Friday in Hawaii... **This episode was recorded back in early March bedfore Freddy headed to Atlanta for One Fast Move.** We've got 2001's Josie and the Pussycats starring Rachel Leigh Cook, Rosario Dawson, and Tara Reid as the rockin' trio just waiting for their big break while playing huge gigs like the local bowling alley.   Along for the ride, and playing their nastiness to the hilt, are Parker Posey and Alan Cumming as the record executives that p...

191. KICKSTART 8/8/2022

We're back. We know. WE KNOW.   As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resoruces for North America:   United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/   The Suicide Hotline phone number has been changed. Now, just text or call 988.   Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566 Be mindful of your surroundings.

189. KICKSTART 3/21/2022

We hope you're all doing well and taking care of each other.   As always, be sure to check in others on your life that you may not have talked to in a bit. Don't wait for us to get shutdown again before doing it. Those that need to know you love them and are there for them are hungry for that reminder even when it may not seem like it.   Love you all, C & F   Here are some mental health resources for both the United States, and for our northern KITG family up in Canada.   ...

188. KICKSTART 3/14/2022

Oh, Life. There are some weeks I don't know how we even get an episode out...   Enjoy!   Here are some mental health resources for both the United States, and for our northern KITG family up in Canada.   United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ 1-800-273-8255   Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever be...

190. STRANGE BREW (1983)

The first movie episode of March is 1983's Strange Brew! For a lot of the world, this was the introduction to the Mckenzie Brothers (Dave Thomas and Rick Moranis), but this launched Rick Moranis' featuyre film career.   Add in veterans Paul Dooley and the legend Max van Sydow, and this nutty movie gains instant credibility.   Enjoy!   Here are some mental health resources for both the United States, and for our northern KITG family up in Canada.   United States https://www.me...

187. KICKSTART 3/1/2022

NO! YOU KEEP COPYING AND PASTING SHOW NOTES!   AND FUCK YOU, WEATHER.   There are some weeks I don't know how we even get an episode out...   Enjoy!   Here are some mental health resources for both the United States, and for our northern KITG family up in Canada.   United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ 1-800-273-8255   Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566 ...

185. NEW JACK CITY (1991)

This week we have 1991’s New Jack City from director Mario Van Peebles starring Wesley Snipes, Ice T, Chris Rock, Allen Payne, Vanessa Williams, and Judd Nelson.   Not only did this movie do well at the box office, it helped elevate a musical and fashion culture to mainstream status. (Just take a look at last week’s Super Bowl halftime for proof of this.)   Enjoy!   Here are some mental health resources for both the United States, and for our northern KITG family up in Canada.   ...

184. CINEMATOGRAPHER EVE M. COHEN - PART 2

Here is Part 2 with the amazing Eve Cohen!   Based on the feedback from Part 1, this may be our most popular episode. Now, here is the longer of the two parts.   While you’re listening, please check out Eve’s online presence that gives you just a taste of her creativity, as well as some great BTS images and video like the shots below.   Instagram Eve M. Cohen Dot Com Twitter   ENJOY!   Here are some mental health resources for both the United States, and for our northern KI...

183. KICKSTART 2/15/2022

NO! YOU KEEP COPYING AND PASTING SHOW NOTES!  AND FUCK YOU, WEATHER.   There are some weeks I don't know how we even get an episode out...   Enjoy!   Here are some mental health resources for both the United States, and for our northern KITG family up in Canada.   United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ 1-800-273-8255   Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566   Ev...

182. KICKSTART 2/8/2022

NO! YOU KEEP COPYING AND PASTING SHOW NOTES!  AND FUCK YOU, WIND.   There are some weeks I don't know how we even get an episode out...   Enjoy!   Here are some mental health resources for both the United States, and for our northern KITG family up in Canada.   United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ 1-800-273-8255   Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566   Even ...

181. CINEMATOGRAPHER EVE M. COHEN - PART 1

Welcome to just our THIRD guest episode, and it’s just as different in format from the other two as the work of those three guests. Also, as we previously mentioned, it’s a two parter! We have Cinematographer Eve M. Cohen with us!   We both feel that Eve is a talent that you’re going to enjoy as much as we do. Not just for her amazingly unique images, but her sense of humor and insight into the business. Her creative path that brought her to where she is now is equally unique as her vis...

180. KICKSTART 1/31/2022

NO! YOU KEEP COPYING AND PASTING SHOW NOTES!   There are some weeks I don't know how we even get an episode out...   Enjoy!   Here are some mental health resources for both the United States, and for our northern KITG family up in Canada.   United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ 1-800-273-8255   Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566   Even though we don't say i...

179. KICKSTART 1/18/2022

There are some weeks I don't know how we even get an episode out...   Enjoy!   Here are some mental health resources for both the United States, and for our northern KITG family up in Canada.   United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ 1-800-273-8255   Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEA...

177. KICKSTART 1/10/2022

Three episode in a row! We're ROLLING now!   Today's Kickstart is more of the same. We talk about TV, movies, music, brief football, and more loss of some entertainment legends. But mostly, it's a late update from Freddy on location in Charlotte.   Here are some mental health resources for both the United States, and for our northern KITG family up in Canada.   United States https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ 1-800-273-8...

176. EVIL DEAD (2013)

From Fede Álvarez comes the 2013 remake of Sam Raimi's 1981 classic, The Evil Dead!   This time around, there is no Bruce Campbell to be found, nor the franchise's trademark humor. Instead, you've got a straight ahead, take no prisoners violent exploitation on the eyes and ears, and the audience is all the better for it.   While Bruce is absent on screen, he and Raimi are behind the camera as producers. But, they let Álvarez do what he wants to do, and it shows.   The cast is STAC...

175. KICKSTART 1/3/2022

OHHHHHHHHHH SHIT!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you. Be mindful of your surroundings. Karate in the Garage Linkages              

174. FRIGHT NIGHT (2011)

When a nice new neighbor moves in next door, Charley discovers that he is an ancient vampire who preys on the community. Can he save his neighborhood from the creature with the help of the famous "vampire killer", Peter Vincent?   ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.   Be mindful of your surroundings.   Karate in the Garage Linkages

173. KICKSTART 10/11/2021

ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.   Be mindful of your surroundings.   Karate in the Garage Linkages

172. ATTACK THE BLOCK (2011)

A teen gang in South London defend their block from an alien invasion. ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.   Be mindful of your surroundings.   Karate in the Garage Linkages

171. KICKSTART 10/4/2021

    South of Heaven Trailer!    ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.   Be mindful of your surroundings.   Karate in the Garage Linkages

170. GROSSE POINTE BLANK (1997)

Martin Blank is a professional assassin. He is sent on a mission to a small Detroit suburb, Grosse Pointe, and, by coincidence, his ten-year high school reunion party is taking place there at the same time.   ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.   Be mindful of your surroundings.   Karate in the Garage Linkages

169. KICKSTART 9/27/2021

South of Heaven Trailer!    ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.   Be mindful of your surroundings.   Karate in the Garage Linkages

168. COLOSSAL (2016)

Gloria is an out-of-work party girl forced to leave her life in New York City and move back home. When reports surface that a giant creature is destroying Seoul, she gradually comes to the realization that she is somehow connected to this phenomenon. ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.   Be mindful of your surroundings.   Karate in the Garage Linkages  

167. KICKSTART 9/20/2021

BeyondFest 2021 ticket sale update!   2021 Schedule   ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.   Be mindful of your surroundings.   Karate in the Garage Linkages

BEYONDFEST 2021 ANNOUNCEMENT!

BeyondFest 2021 is A GO, and South of Heaven is making it's World Premiere at the Los Feliz3 on October 2, 2021 at 7pm!   South of Heaven Trailer!   Click on the link below for the full BeyondFest programming schedule for more information!   BEYONDFEST 2021 SCHEDULE!   ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.   Be mindful of your surroundings.   Karate in the Garage ...

166. REINDEER GAMES (2000)

After assuming his dead cell-mate's identity to get with the other man's girlfriend, an ex-convict finds himself a reluctant participant in a casino heist.   ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.   Be mindful of your surroundings.   Karate in the Garage Linkages

165. KICKSTART 9/13/2021

So close to being live... It's the margarine of "LIVE."   ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.   Be mindful of your surroundings.   Karate in the Garage Linkages

164. MIMIC (1997)

Three years ago, entomologist Dr. Susan Tyler genetically created an insect to kill cockroaches carrying a virulent disease. Now, the insects are out to destroy their only predator, mankind.   We've got Guillermo del Toro's American debut this week Mimic with Oscar wiiner Mira Sorvino, Jeremy Northam, Charles S. Dutton, Giancarlo Giannini, and Josh Brolin.   ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves...

163. KICKSTART 9/6/2021

Freddy has returned from location, and he's all revved up for September!   ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.   Be mindful of your surroundings.   Karate in the Garage Linkages

162. LET IT RIDE (1989)

Freddy is back for this week's Smörgåsbord August of Let it Ride!   Richard Dreyfus, David Johansen, Jennifer Tilly, and a stableful of character actors light up the screen and make you laugh in a way that is the perfect salve for a really bad day.   A nosy cab driver gets a hot tip on a race horse and wins big, but he can't seem to stop gambling. Will he go broke or walk home with a pretty penny?   ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: ...

161. KICKSTART 8/23/2021

Smörgåsbord August. That is all.   Oh, and follow legendary Sergio Grisanti in Instagram...   Sergio Little Giant Studios   ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.   Be mindful of your surroundings.   Karate in the Garage Linkages

160. THE FRIGHTENERS (1996)

Smörgåsbord August keeps moving along with 1996's The Frighteners with a very special guest host: Joseph Culp! The Frighteners is a 1996 supernatural comedy horror film directed by Peter Jackson and co-written with Fran Walsh. The film stars Michael J. Fox, Trini Alvarado, Peter Dobson, John Astin, Dee Wallace Stone, Jeffrey Combs, R. Lee Ermey and Jake Busey. The Frighteners tells the story of Frank Bannister, an architect who practices necromancy, developing psychic abilities allowing hi...

159. KICKSTART 8/16/2021

More TV recs and a small tale from Livingston, Montana.   ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.   Be mindful of your surroundings.   Karate in the Garage Linkages

158. MATCHSTICK MEN (2003)

Smörgåsbord August continues with our FIRST Ridley Scott movie: 2003's Matchstick Men with Nicolas Cage, Sam Rockwell, and Alison Lohman. That's all we're telling you.   ENJOY!   Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you.     Be mindful of your surroundings.     Karate in the Garage Linkages