Z and Keith Watched A Movie

Pod regular and Jacksonian scholar Randall returns to discuss Sir Peter's early opus Bad Taste (1987). Plus we talk franchises that go to space, the magic of budgetary constraints, and inevitably we bring up TENETPsychic Militancy w/Dr. Lara Sheehi: Māori sovereignty & smashing white supremacy with comrades from AotearoaThe War On Gaza Never EndedSameer Project's Ramadan CampaignFalesteenFreed.orgThe Zaynab Project+++++Outro: Madlight performing Rock Lies

From the - now official - pod favorite Frank Henenlotter, master of moist puppetry, we bring you an allegorical tale of addiction and its toll. We had some initial disagreement about some provocative scenes but Z successfully convinced Keith. Saucy!FIGHT FOR THE PEOPLE OF FALASTEENThe Sameer Project's Ramadan CampaignFalasteenFreed.orgThe Zaynab Project+++++Outro: Zacherle performing Dinner With Drac, pt 1

We plunge head first into the crimes of March with Street Trash (1987). This film has something for everyone: body horror, crass humor, US veterans of imperial war PTSD flashbacks, some nudity, but most importantly-- James Lorinz. As the US attacks Iran, Falesteen remains under siegeThe Sameer Project FreedFalesteen.orgRamadan in Gaza +++++Outro: Άννα Βίσση performing Μαγικό χαλί

This week we bring you Bill Duke's stylization of the war between NYC's organized crime factions during the 1930s but from a Black perspective. Centered around Bumpy Johnson and his work with Madame St Claire's syndicate in Harlem, this film delivers everything white folks love to praise Scorsese et al for. Plus we give our rankings for the month.US-funded war on Falesteen never endedThe Sameer Project gazafunds.orglifeline4gaza.com+++++Outro: Vanessa Williams performing Save The Best for Last

This week we bring you a kooky comedy about hooking up. With what seems to be surprisingly sincere safer-sex messaging and confusing inter-racial relations, the misnamed Booty Call (1997) can't win'm all. Te Ao with Moana || Pretendians: When non-Indigenous people claim to be IndigenousOccupied Falesteen still needs yougazafunds.orgSameer Project's Ramadan Campaignlifeline4gaza.org+++++Outro: 20 Fingers feat. Roula performing Lick It

I neglected to mention that, due to never getting properly copyrighted, this film is IN THE PUBLIC DOMAIN. So you have no excuse not to watch it. Plus we talk Martha Clarendon, Boston bosses and ye olde white habitus.here's an upload of the film on youtubeaforementioned vid featuring Z Sex Workers Discuss Empowerment | WHORES TALKTHIS SITUATION IN GAZA IS CRITICALThe Sameer Project's Ramadan Campaigngazafunds.orglifeline4gaza.com+++++Outro: The Granny Nanny Cultural Group performing Granny Nanny Come Oh

We crack open another February with another Eddie Murphy smash. A goofy premise with fairy tale politics that nonetheless is one of the most successful Hollywood films with a majority Black cast. Plus, pretty dang funnyF. D. Signifier | Why Coming to America (1988) Is the favorite black movie of my generationSUPPORT FALESTEENlifeline4gaza.comSameer Projectgazafunds.org+++++Outro: Knight Instrumental performing Coming to America

The wait is over - it's Willow. We watched Willow (1988).Plus we play "which state" and wrap on the the month. The Hero's Journey isn't what you think | Maggie Mae FishFor further reading on Hollywood, empire, myths, please check out the work of Samantha Youssef85% of Gazans have not access to waterlifeline4gaza.comSameer Projectgazafunds.org+++++Outro: Sha Na Na performing Blue Moon

Ridley Scott's postmodern examination of folk/fairy tales in which deconstructs the implicit narratives of race, class, gender, ableism--- sike.The Gen0c1de in Falasteen is ongoing+++++Outro: The Partridge Family performing Whale Song

The Cthulu mythos meets noir plus some very confusing choices around race politics, this flix boasts some of our favorite character actors and some fun practical effects. Leo Karpatze & co performing The Monster FuckLovecraft read by Wayne JuneDON'T FORGET PALESTINESameer Projectlifeline4gaza.comgazafunds.org+++++Outro: chew111 performing HP Make It Matter Commercial 2012 Piano Cover

Returning (dare we say regular) guest "Sven" joins us to discuss a classic entry in the gen x nightmare fuel cannon, The Dark Crystal (1982). Purportedly inspired in equal parts by Grimm fairytales and 'New Age' channeling, Dark Crystal is a tour de force of Muppetry. RIP that orphaned landstriderThe Only Existing Video of Seth Speaking Through Jane Roberts With Some Additional GoodiesWAR/OCCUPATION IS NOT OVERgazafunds.orglifeline4gaza.comSameer Project+++++

Season 7 blasts off with this bonkers not-Dr Strange. A must watch for Combs heads, Brian Thompson fans and/or appreciators of the absurd.THE FIRE NEVER CEASED IN GAZAlifeline4gaza.comgazafunds.orgSameer Project+++++Outro: YUNGBLUD performing Doctor Doctor

Courtroom procedural, romcom, culture clash/fish out of water narrative - My Cousin Vinny has something for everyone from Alabama to Brooklyn. We're talking Marisa Tomei's 'accidental' oscar, cat food served in a martini glass, a smidge of political commentary and we give our reflections on the month. And that's a wrap on season 6!Thanks for sticking around, xoZ & Keithhighlyvibey on nonfunctional checks on executive powersSexual Assault of Men Played for Laughs - Part 1 Male PerpetratorsJunior High School (1978) - The Party SongGIVE TO GAZAlifeline4gaza.comSameer Project gazafunds.org+++++Outro: Friskies performing Adventureland

Women of two worlds. Or more. Four times four worlds maybe.Plus: why Z cries all the time, why China, and Keith describes being accused of cheating.Extended Interview: ‘The Joy Luck Club’ Stars Reunite on TODAYThe Heroic Trio (1993)Live fire has not ceased in GazaSameer Projectlifeline4gaza.comgazafunds.org+++++Outro: Chinese American Bear performing 好吗 (Hao Ma)

Oh boy, who was this movie for?Plus we talk queerness v. gayness and fail to define vigilantism. GAZA IS STILL BEING BOMBARDEDgazafunds.orgsameer projectlifeline4gaza.com+++++Outro: The Bozo Boys performing Piss on the Fish

Ron Howard shows his entire white ass. GAZA IS STILL BLEEDINGThe Sameer Project's Return campaignlifeline4gaza.comgazafunds.org+++++Outro: TikTokTerry (feat Fatman Scoop) performing F*ck Them Kids

To wrap on Nosferatu November 3, we bring you another overlooked Stephen King adaptation from the 90's. Plus we give our rankings for the month. GAZA IS FLOODINGlifeline4gaza.comThe Sameer Projectgazafunds.org+++++Outro: David Bowie performing Nite Flights

A nonsensical premise, bad dialogue, subpar performances--no wonder it made millions via the home vido market. It's no Lifeforce, but Alyssa Milano spends a fair amount of time topless in this film. Now who is the boss?Gazans need supportlifelike4gaza.comgazafunds.orgThe Sameer Project+++++Outro: Spandau Ballet performing To Cut A Long Story Short

'Lovecraftian' horror + Tobe Hooper + apex 1980's Cannon Group = space epic cum zombie apocalypse via alien invasion with a mere soupçon of vampire lore, or, to its friends: Lifeforce.Another film that is better experienced than described, to which we say: "Is it good? No. Should you watch it? Yes!"GAZA is still besiegedlifeline4gaza.comgazafunds.orgThe Sameer Project+++++Outro: Scary Bitches performing Lesbian Vampyres from Outer Space

Is it Risky Business meets Fright Night? Or The 'Burbs meets The Blob? John Hughes meets John Carpenter? All this and much, much less. MBIaV is a confused mash up of 80's suburban teen sex comedy and heavy handed 'tolerance' proselytizing. Confused? Us too. GAZA IS STILL UNDER FIRElifeline4gaza.comgazafunds.orgThe Sameer Project+++++Outro: Funk Shui Project performing Bad Things