Genre Exposure: A Film Podcast

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A bi-weekly podcast plumbing the depths of genre films from the old, new, cult, and transgressive. Join us as we explore the wide world of cinema broadening our horizons one movie at a time.

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Wednesday Aug 02, 2023

Episode 067: Open Your Eyes (1997)

Wednesday Aug 02, 2023

In this episode, a listener suggestion sends us into overtime on the sci-fi genre as we look at a film that approaches some concepts we've dug in on with past episodes, but using its own unique approach. So join us as we check out Alejandro Amenábar's Open Your Eyes from 1997. Dustin lays down some connections with other beloved mind-bending flicks; some of which we've covered for prior episodes. Jason throws some shade at the film's Tom Cruise helmed American remake Vanilla Sky. But before all that, the trailer for the new Exorcist movie is upon us and the hosts aren't so sure how ready they are for another round of whatever was going on with the most recent Halloween trilogy. And so much more!

Special thanks to @Urban_Groucho for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at genreexposure@gmail.com or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation.

Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com)

What We've Been Watching:
-Jason: Barbie (2023) & Takeshi's Castle (2023)
-Dustin: Insidious: The Red Door (2023) & Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion's Revenge (2020)

Show Notes:
-Open Your Eyes Trailer
-Stream Open Your Eyes on Freevee
-Go check out the trailer for The Exorcist: Believer
-Related Film: Deliver Us From Evil
-Related Film: Vanilla Sky
-Related Film: Aeon Flux
-Related Film: Hollow Man
-Related Scene: The Troma Crash
-Related Mythology: Janus
-Related Film: The Matrix
-Related Film: The Terminator
-Related Film: The Beyond
-Related Film: The Devil's Honey
-Related Song: Risingson by Massive Attack
-Related Series: The Sandman
-Related Film: Torente
-Related Film: The Others
-Related Film: The Vanishing
-Related Film: Ringu
-Related Film: The Ring
-Related Story: The Turn of the Screw
-Related Author: Philip K. Dick
-Related Novel: Ubik
-Related Film: Blade Runner
-Related Film: Total Recall
-Related Film: Minority Report
-Related Film: A Scanner Darkly
-Related Film: Radio Free Albemuth
-Related Series: The Man in the High Castle
-Related Story: Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?
-Related Topic: Whitley Strieber
-Related Topic: Anamnesis
-Related Book: The Exegesis of Phillip K. Dick
-Related Book: VALIS
-Related Film: Avalon
-Related Film: Lost Highway
-Related Film: Mulholland Drive
-Related Film: Inland Empire
-Related Film: Inception
-Related Film: Vertigo
-Related Film: Come True
-Related Film: Jacob's Ladder
-Related Band: X Japan

Next Time:
Zoom Up: Murder Site (1979)

Wednesday Jul 19, 2023

Episode 066: Avalon (2001)

Wednesday Jul 19, 2023

In this episode, we wrap up our series on non-horror Science-Fiction by examining another staple concept of the genre: virtual reality. Join us as we check out Dustin's pick Avalon from 2001, a Japanese-Polish coproduction directed by Mamoru Oshii. Dustin heaps praise upon the film while also giving a detailed account of both Oshii's history and his directorial style. Meanwhile, Jason offers a powerfully contrasting viewpoint after finding himself put off by the film at nearly every level. But before all that, the show almost immediately comes to a grinding halt as the hosts find themselves face to face with stunning news of a revival for the Return of the Living Dead franchise. And so much more!

Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com)

What We've Been Watching:
-Jason: Brooklyn 45 (2023)
-Dustin: Army of the Dead (2021) & Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)

Show Notes:
-Avalon Trailer
-Rent Avalon on Amazon Prime
-Go check out Reviewed to Death
-Support the WGA/SAG Strike
-Go learn about the pending revival of the Return of the Living Dead franchise
-Related Film: Urusei Yatsura 2: Beautiful Dreamer
-Related Film: Angel's Egg
-Related Film: Patlabor The Movie
-Related Film: Patlabor The Movie 2
-Related Film: Ghost in the Shell (1995)
-Related Film: Ghost in the Shell (2017)
-Related OVA: Dallos
-Related Anime: Gatchaman
-Related Film: La Jetée
-Related Film: 12 Monkeys
-Related Film: Night and Fog in Japan
-Related Anime: Time Bokan
-Related Anime: Urusei Yatsura
-Related Artist: Yoshitaka Amano
-Related Film: Vampire Hunter D
-Related Film: Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence
-Related Anime: Patlabor
-Related Film: The Red Spectacles
-Related Film: Stray Dog – Kerberos Panzer Cop
-Related Film: Talking Head
-Related Film: Sky Crawlers
-Related Short: Sand Whale and Me
-Related Manga: Seraphim: 266613336 Wings
-Related Film: Blood: The Last Vampire (2000)
-Related Film: Blood: The Last Vampire (2009)
-Related Novel: Blood: The Last Vampire – Night of Beasts
-Related Film: Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade
-Related Film: Existenz
-Related Score: Log In (Avalon Main Theme)
-Related Film: Seven Swords
-Related Film: Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon
-Related Film: Ip Man
-Related Anime: Ranma 1/2
-Related Anime: Maison Ikkoku
-Related Film: Ringu
-Related Film: Ringu 2
-Related Film: Dark Water
-Related Anime: Mobile Suit Gundam 00
-Related Anime: Mob Psycho 100
-Related Film: Blade Runner
-Related Topic: Avalon
-Related Game: Castlevania II: Simon's Quest
-Related Film: Assault Girls
-Related Game: Monster Hunter
-Related Film: Garm Wars: The Last Druid
-Related Film: Kangaroo Jack
-Related Game: Ragnarok Online
-Related Game: Call of Duty
-Related Film: The Matrix
-Related Film: Tron
-Related Film: Skinamarink
-Related Film: Muck
-Related Film: Future Kick

Next Time:
Open Your Eyes (1997)

Wednesday Jul 05, 2023

Episode 065: Moon (2009)

Wednesday Jul 05, 2023

In this episode, Michael rejoined us so the original trio can dig deep into some more high concept sci-fi. Join us as we check out his pick Moon from 2009 directed by Duncan Jones. Michael details how important Sam Rockwell's performance is to the film. Dustin runs down some info on some follow-up projects that expand, for good or ill, the universe the film takes place in. Jason highlights Moon's place in the pantheon of classic sci-fi flicks. But before all that, we discuss the bombing of The Flash at the box office and muse upon the idea of superhero fatigue at the movie theater. And so much more!

Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com)

What We've Been Watching:
-Michael: Extraction 2 (2023)
-Jason: The Center Seat: 55 Years of Star Trek (2021)
-Dustin: I Am Lisa (2020) & The Flash (2023)

Show Notes:
-Moon Trailer
-Rent Moon on Amazon Prime
-Go check out Balaji Vital's books on Indian cinema: “Pure Evil: The Bad Men of Bollywood”
-Related Film: 2001: A Space Odyssey
-Related Film: The Quiet Earth
-Related Film: Wayne's World
-Related Show: The Twilight Zone
-Related Film: Dead Ringers
-Related Meme: Pointing Spiderman
-Related Film: Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones
-Related Song: I Am The One And Only
-Related Film: Pet Sematary
-Related Film: Silent Running
-Related Film: Alien
-Related Film: Outland
-Related Film: High Noon
-Related Film: Zardoz
-Related Film: Warcraft
-Related Show: Red Dwarf
-Related Film: Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
-Related Anime: Mobile Suit Gundam
-Related Show: Robotech
-Related Film: Mute
-Related Film: Blade Runner
-Related Graphic Novel: Madi: Once Upon a Time in the Future
-Related Film: Ex Machina
-Related Film: Annihilation
-Related Book: The Moon is a Harsh Mistress
-Related Book: Artemis
-Related Film: The Martian
-Related Film: The Usual Suspects
-Related Film: Star Wars: The Last Jedi
-Related Tabletop RPG: Death in Space
-Related Film: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
-Related Show: Altered Carbon
-Related Meme: The Scott Brown Incident

Next Time:
Avalon (2001)

Wednesday Jun 21, 2023

Episode 064: The Quiet Earth (1985)

Wednesday Jun 21, 2023

In this episode, we begin a new block focused on Science-Fiction cinema with a particular exclusion for Sci-Fi Horror just to mix things up. Sci-fi can be pretty broad, so we definitely can't hit it all in one go. It all kicks off with Jason's pick giving us a time honored tradition of musing about what the end of humanity might be like. Join us as we check out Geoff Murphy's The Quiet Earth from 1985. Jason sorts out his feelings between fond memories of the film and its impact on a rewatch. Dustin delves into comparisons with the source novel while questioning the direction for the back half of the movie. But before all that we provide our usual whirlwind overview of the genre to help guide our discussions. And so much more!

Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com)

What We've Been Watching:
-Jason: The Lair (2022) & Savageland (2015)
-Dustin: Cult (2013) & Ura Horror (2008)

Next Time:
Moon (2009)

Wednesday Jun 07, 2023

Episode 063: Monica, O My Darling (2022)

Wednesday Jun 07, 2023

In this episode, another listener suggestion sends us kicking and screaming back into the world of Indian cinema. Join us as we dig into the many twists and turns of Vasan Bala's genre blending escapade Monica, O My Darling from 2022. Jason finds his apprehension in the wake of 13B utterly destroyed against the film's charm. Dustin finds an excuse to rant about Keigo Higashino and then puts in some extra credit by checking out a Japanese tv movie adaptation of the original source material. And so much more!

Special thanks to AyJ for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at genreexposure@gmail.com or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation.

Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com)

What We've Been Watching:
-Jason: Goku: Midnight Eye OVA 1&2 (1989)
-Dustin: Emmanuelle: First Contact (1994) & Shin Kamen Rider (2023)

Show Notes:
-Monica, O My Darling Trailer
-Stream Monica, O My Darling on Netflix
-Go pick up something cool during Vinegar Syndrome's Partner Label Month
-Go preorder Severin's Black Emanuelle Box Set
-Related Commercial: This is Anime
-Related Author: Keigo Higashino
-Related Film: The Maltese Falcon
-Related Film: Ludo
-Related Film: Tumbbad
-Related Director: Quentin Tarantino
-Related Directors: The Coen Brothers
-Related Film: Brutus no Shinzo (2011)
-Related Film: Caravan
-Related Song: Piya Tu Ab To Aja
-Related Film: Jewel Thief
-Related Film: Psycho
-Related Author: Edogawa Ranpo
-Related Film: Himitsu
-Related Film: The Secret
-Related TV Drama: Detective Galileo
-Related Film: The Devotion of Suspect X
-Related Film: Midsummer's Equation
-Related Film: Silent Parade
-Related Film: Masquerade Hotel
-Related Film: Masquerade Night
-Related Film: Knives Out
-Related Film: Laplace's Witch
-Related Film: Andhadhun
-Related Film: Johnny Gaddar
-Related Film: Pulp Fiction
-Related Song: Yeh Ek Zindagi
-Related Show: Twilight Zone

Next Time:
The Quiet Earth (1985)

Wednesday May 24, 2023

Episode 062: Bloody Birthday (1981)

Wednesday May 24, 2023

In this episode, after spending two films nostalgically looking back to the golden age of slashers Jason has decided to take us back to the heart of that era with his pick. Amid a flood of slasher sequels and imitators, join us as we check out Edward Hunt's Bloody Birthday from 1981. Dustin weighs the effectiveness of the scenes with children committing murder contrasted to the film's lack of gore. Jason champions the film for its unique qualities where it decides to break from the conventional slasher formula. But before all that, it's the nail in the coffin on the Muckverse as Jason weighs in his final thoughts on Kill Her Goats. And so much more!

Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com)

What We've Been Watching:
-Jason: Kill Her Goats (2023) & Poison for the Fairies (1984)
-Dustin: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) & In Fabric (2018)

Next Time:
Monica, O My Darling (2022)

Wednesday May 10, 2023

Episode 061: The Final Girls (2015) w/ Chris the 4k Outlaw

Wednesday May 10, 2023

In this episode, we are joined by our first ever special guest: Chris the 4k Outlaw. Together we sit down to gush over our shared love of slasher films and dig in with his selection for this episode: The Final Girls from 2015. Jason weighs the film's PG-13 rating against the surprisingly emotional heart the film has while wondering what could have been. Dustin lays down some research on the enduring trope of the final girl. And while your regular hosts marvel on just how under the radar this film has gone, Chris details his own experience championing the movie when it first debuted. But before all that, we dish on our experience going to see Evil Dead Rise together and recount our history with the franchise. And so much more!

Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com)

What We've Been Watching:
-Jason: Renfield (2023) & Evil Dead Rise (2023)
-Dustin: Beau is Afraid (2023) & Kill Her Goats (2023) & Evil Dead Rise (2023)
-Chris: The Pope's Exorcist (2023) & Evil Dead Rise (2023)

Our Favorite Final Girls:
-Dustin: Ginny Field (Amy Steel) in Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981)
-Chris: Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) in Scream (1996)
-Jason: Alice Johnson (Lisa Wilcox) in A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: Dream Master (1988)

Show Notes:
-The Final Girls Trailer
-Rent The Final Girls on Amazon Prime
-Go check out and follow The 4k Outlaw on TikTok
-Related Book: Men, Women, and Chain Saws: Gender in the Modern Horror Film
-Related Film: Scream
-Related Film: Psycho
-Related Film: Halloween
-Related Film: Buffy the Vampire Slayer
-Related Film: Cherry Falls
-Related Film: Black Christmas
-Related Film: Friday the 13th
-Related Show: America Horror Story
-Related Film: The Nun
-Related Film: The Conjuring
-Related Show: Bates Motel
-Related Film: A Nightmare on Elm Street
-Related Song: Bette Davis Eyes
-Related Song: Like a Prayer
-Related Film: Never Been Kissed
-Related Film: Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?
-Related Show: Arrested Development
-Related Film: Green Room
-Related Film: Scream 2
-Related Film: Fright Night
-Related Show: Buffy the Vampire Slayer
-Related Film: Phantasm
-Go check out the Kentucky Theater
-Related Film: The Burning
-Related Film: Purple Rose of Cairo
-Related Film: Last Action Hero
-Related Song: Hey Micky
-Related Film: Rob Zombie's Halloween 2
-Related Film: Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter
-Related Film: Rob Zombie's Halloween
-Related Film: Slumber Party Massacre
-Related Film: Slumber Party Massacre II
-Related Film: Home Alone
-Related Song: Cherry Pie
-Related Film: Silent Night, Deadly Night
-Related Film: Night of the Demons
-Related Film: The Return of the Living Dead
-Related Film: Carrie
-Related Film: Pumpkinhead
-Related Show: Childrens Hospital
-Related Film: Couple's Retreat
-Related Film: Halloween 2
-Related Film: Gremlins
-Related Film: The Exorcist
-Related Film: One Cut of the Dead
-Related Song: Michael Row Your Boat Ashore
-Related Film: The Babadook
-Related Film: It Follows
-Related Film: The Burbs
-Related Film: Muck
-Related Film: Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon

Next Time:
Bloody Birthday (1981)

Wednesday Apr 26, 2023

Episode 060: Muck (2015)

Wednesday Apr 26, 2023

In this episode, we launch off a new block taking a look at a beloved subgenre for us: Slashers. To keep things interesting we're setting a ban for ourselves from selecting any films that hail from the big name slasher franchises. Join us as we kick things off with Dustin's controversial pick Muck (2015) directed by Steve Wolsh. Is this a loving nostalgic throwback to the golden age of the slasher film? Or a dud worthy of its own title? Buckle up for an exhaustively extra-long episode as we dig in deep. But before all that, we try to do our due diligence and give a whirlwind overview of the subgenre. And so much more!

Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com)

What We've Been Watching:
-Jason: Brightburn (2019)
-Dustin: The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)

Next Time:
The Final Girls (2015)

Wednesday Apr 12, 2023

Episode 059: The Millionaires’ Express (1986)

Wednesday Apr 12, 2023

In this episode, we hit up another listener suggestion returning us to the world of Hong Kong Westerns. So join us as we check out The Millionaires' Express directed by the legendary Sammo Hung. Jason lays down some interesting context with notes about the history of those involved in the film's production. Dustin charts out the differences between the many different cuts of the film. But before all that, we round off the medieval fantasy block with some head to head discussion over our initial thoughts after watching the new D&D movie. And so much more!

Special thanks to Cliffy for suggesting we check this one out. Got a movie you champion? A hidden gem you think needs more love? Just want to see more discussion on a particular film? We want to check out the movies you suggest to us. Write in at genreexposure@gmail.com or contact us on your favorite form of social media and shoot us a movie recommendation.

Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com)

What We've Been Watching:
-Jason: Dio: Dreamers Never Die (2022) & Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023)
-Dustin: Monster Seafood Wars (2020) & Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023)

Show Notes:
-The Millionaire's Express Trailer
-Stream The Millionaire's Express on Arrow Player
-Go check out Brett & Tony with Ash & Abe's episode on Repo: The Genetic Opera
-Go check out SRS Cinema
-Related Film: Guardians of the Galaxy
-Related Film: Dungeons & Dragons (2000)
-Related Film: Dungeons & Dragons: The Book of Vile Darkness
-Related Film: Dragonslayer
-Related Show: The Witcher
-Related Film: Solomon Kane
-Related Film: Ladyhawke
-Related Film: Let The Bullets Fly
-Related Topic: The Seven Little Fortunes
-Related Show: Looney Tunes
-Related Film: Legend of the Stardust Brothers
-Related Film: Peking Opera Blues
-Related Film: Duck, You Sucker
-Related Film: Django
-Related Film: Way of the Dragon
-Related Film: Wishmaster

Next Time:
Muck (2015)

Wednesday Mar 29, 2023

Episode 058: Conquest (1983)

Wednesday Mar 29, 2023

In this episode, we wrap up our series on somewhat medieval themed Fantasy flicks. There's no other way to go out with a bang than a short trip into the surreal world of Lucio Fulci. So join us as we visit a land beyond time and delve into his one forray into the fantasy genre with 1983's Conquest. Jason tries to orient the film in the pantheon of Fulci's movies and its place among his masterpieces and decline. Dustin begins and ends his comedy career with one poorly timed joke on the film's behalf. And so much more!

Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com)

What We've Been Watching:
-Jason: Nightmare at Noon (1988)
-Dustin: Hell's Garden (2021) & Pure (2019) & Crawlers (2020)

Our First & Favorite Fulci Films:
-Jason: City of the Living Dead (1980) & The Beyond (1981)
-Dustin: Zombie (1979) & Don't Torture a Duckling (1972)

Show Notes:
-Conquest Trailer
-Stream Conquest on Tubi or Shout Factory
-Go check out all the awesome shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network
-Go check out Screambox so you can stream Cube (2021)
-Related Film: Conan
-Related Film: Manhattan Baby
-Related Film: New York Ripper
-Related Film: Warriors of the Year 2072
-Related Film: Murder Rock
-Related Film: The Devil's Honey
-Related Film: City of the Living Dead
-Related Film: The Beyond
-Related Film: The House by the Cemetery
-Related Film: Zombie
-Related Film: Dawn of the Dead
-Related Film: Clash of the Titans
-Related Film: Man in the Iron Mask
-Related Film: Star Wars: A New Hope
-Related Film: Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring
-Related Film: The Beastmaster
-Related Film: Solomon Kane
-Related Cartoon: Dungeons & Dragons
-Related Topic: The Hero's Journey
-Related Film: Apocalypse Now
-Related Topic: Dungeon Crawl Classics
-Related Film: Quest For Fire
-Related Film: Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark
-Related Film: Deep Red

Next Time:
The Millionaires' Express (1986)