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SR Ep. 6: The Invasion On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo wrap up their Body Snatchers season with 2007’s ‘The Invasion’.  It’s the latest adaptation of Jack Finney’s novel, ‘The Body Snatchers’.  It’s been a short, but action packed season. So how does director Oliver Hirschbiegel’s version compare to the others? I mean, we have Nicole Kidman and Daniel Craig for Pete’s sake!  So fire up your favorite device and take a listen to the last episode of Season 4!  Then you can finally sleep… Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 5: The Faculty On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Robert ‘The Captain’ Yaniz Jr. of Crooked Table to discuss our latest, and final, franchise detour with Robert Rodriguez’s ‘The Faculty’. Ever feel like your high school is packed with alien parasites that have taken over your teachers? Well, I know I sure have, partner. It’s up to an all-star 90’s cast to save the world!  But is it da bomb, home skillet?  (90’s references) Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 4: The Puppet Masters This week on ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Darin Lundberg of NostalgiaCast to discuss our first diversion for our Body Snatchers season with the big screen adaptation of Robert Heinlein’s ‘The Puppet Masters’! The recently departed and dearly missed Donald Sutherland stars as Andrew Nivens, head of a secret branch of the CIA tasked to investigate aliens! It’s a b-movie that may or may not be deserving of cult status. Thankfully, there’s a type of body takeover, so there’s no need to worry! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 3: Invasion Of The Body Snatchers (1993) On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by the effervescent cohost of The First Run, Matt Howell to discuss Abel Ferrara’s adaptation of the classic sci-fi tale with the 1993 version of ‘Invasion Of The Body Snatchers’!  So how does the third attempt to adapt the material from the legendary indie director, Abel Ferrara stack up against the previous classics? There’s only one way to find out, friends! One way not to fall asleep is to listen to another mostly dynamic episode of ScreenRun! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 2: Invasion Of The Body Snatchers (1978) On this episode of Screen Run, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Ms. Megan Kearns of Spoilerpiece Theater to discuss Philip Kaufman’s interpretation of Jack Finney’s novel with the 1978 version of ‘Invasion Of The Body Snatchers’. Does it deserve its reputation as one of the best science fiction films of all time? Yeah, of course it does. But it’ll still be a rock solid hour of entertainment listening to Wan, Chris, and Megan breakdown for you. So whatever you do, don’t fall asleep! That’s when the stuff goes down! Stay awake and have blast with us! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 1: Invasion Of The Body Snatchers (1956) On this season of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo dive into the Body Snatchers (and friends) universe! First up is 1956’s Invasion Of The Body Snatchers. Long considered a classic of the genre, Wan and Chris breakdown the history of the film, its relevance in the 50’s and today, and more!  So let’s dive into a new season of ScreenRun before it’s too late because as you may know, “They’re already here!” Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 19: Cigarette Burns, Season 3 Wrap Up On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo wrap up Season 3 of the theatrical releases of Auter John Carpenter. After 18 episodes, it’s all come down to this as The Lady Wan has some hard-hitting questions for Chris as the season comes to a close.  And it’s not just all reminiscing!  They also discuss Carpenter’s first entry in the Masters Of Horror series, ‘Cigarette Burns’. All this and more as we close the curtain on Season 3! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 18: The Ward On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Paul of The Countdown Podcast to discuss John Carpenter’s final theatrical film (to date), ‘The Ward’.  Amber Heard stars as a woman confined to a mental institution where all is not as it seems.  Also featured in the film are Jared Harris, Danielle Panebaker, and Sydney Sweeney?!?  Is Carpenter’s final film the redemption that ‘Vampires’ should have been? Or we just slowing coasting to a stop?  All this and more in the latest episode of ScreenRun! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 17: Ghosts Of Mars sode NotesOn this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Helen Barletto to discuss John Carpenter’s penultimate film, ‘Ghosts Of Mars’. Having seen Helen express her love for the film online, we thought it best to get someone in its corner for this round.  ‘Ghosts’ has had its share of detractors over the years, with Chris being one of them back in the day.  But can minds be changed? Has Wan discovered her new favorite Carpenter film.  Well, no.  But has it aged like a fine wine after all this time? Listen on, friends and marvel at the wonder that is, ‘John Carpenter’s Ghosts Of Mars’! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 16: Vampires On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are rejoined by Jason of the great good pirate ship Binge Movies to discuss John Carpenter’s ‘Vampires’. All round general a-hole James Woods stars as vampire slayer Jack Crow, along with the 4th Baldwin brother Daniel in Carpenter’s western/horror/buddy team-up genre picture, ‘Vampires’. A film perfectly built to be Carpenter’s comeback, what worked, what didn’t, and everything else you’ve ever wanted to hear about it is packed into this super-sized episode of ScreenRun! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 15: Escape From LA 2.0 Escape From LA, now with fixed audio! On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo, are joined by returning champion Joe Buttice of Reel Spoilers. More accurately, he broke into the studio and demanded to talk about ‘Escape From LA’. After his visit to discuss ‘Escape From New York, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo decide it’s best to just let it ride. It’s usually best to not get on Joe “Snake” Buttice’s bad side…. How does Carpenter’s first true sequel playout? Does Russell still have what it takes for a second go-round with one of his favorite characters? And what’s up with that surfing scene. All that and more on a groovy new episode of ScreenRun. So hang loose moon-doggie! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 14: Village Of The Damned On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Claire of W-Rated Podcast to discuss John Carpenter’s, or perhaps Universal’s remake of ‘Village Of The Damned’.  It’s 1995 and Carpenter defies typecasting bias by bringing in Christopher Reeve, Mark Hamill, and Kirstie Alley to tell his version of those dang weird alien brood.  Focusing this time from the mother’s perspective, is Carpenter able to push past classic studio interference and deliver an entertaining update?   Or are pressures just to difficult to overcome? Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 13: In The Mouth Of Madness On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Mr. David Rosen of Piecing It Together pod to discuss what is generally considered John Carpenter’s last great film, “In The Mouth Of Madness’.  Arguments ensue as some on the show struggle to call it good.  Sam Neill stars as a John Trent, an insurance investigator assigned to locate missing horror novelist Sutter Cane.  As Neill gets closer, reality itself starts to unravel.  But don’t worry, this episode stands firmly rooted in reality.  Basically. Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 12: Memoirs Of An Invisible Man On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by friend of the show Seannah to discuss yet another film that almost drove John Carpenter out of the industry, and when I say the industry, I mean the business.  It’s ‘Memoirs Of An Invisible Man’!  Chevy Chase and Darryl Hannah star along with Sam Neill in the bomb that may have also derailed Chevy’s career…on purpose…?  It’s action-packed episode won’t disappear from your ears anytime soon! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 11: They Live On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Robert Yaniz Jr., superstar host and proprietor of Crooked Table Productions to discuss John Carpenter’s seminal sci-fi political satire wester buddy action comedy, ‘They Live’!  Roddy Piper stars as Nada, the drifter that stumbles upon the greatest secret that we all kinda’ already know.  It’s up to him and his new friend Frank (the always engaging Keith David) to save the world, and stage what is possibly the greatest fight scene in cinema history. So grab your super-secret x-ray specs and prepare yourselves for truths to be revealed in this latest episode of ScreenRun! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 10: Prince Of Darkness On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by a bonafide YouTube sensation.  Jeff from Films At Home joins the show to discuss John Carpenter’s ‘Prince Of Darkness’.  The second film in Carpenter’s Apocalypse Trilogy and the continuation of his return to low budget filming since become yet another cult classic.  So why does it work so well after all these years?  And what the heck is Dennis Dunn up to in this movie?  That and a whole bunch more in this latest thrilling episode of ScreenRun!   Note: Click the link to check out Jeff’s review of Scream Factory’s 4k release of Prince Of Darkness! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 9: Big Trouble In Little China On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Shawn of Cheap Seat Reviews to discuss just one of John Carpenter’s 80’s cult classics, ’Big Trouble In Little China’!  Carpenter reunites with Kurt Russell to bring us the subversive take on the buddy action comedy.  Carpenter had wanted to make a martial arts film for years and provides his own spin on the genre.  Misunderstood at its time, but still very much a product of its time, ‘Big Trouble’ found its audience thanks to home video.  But how do things hold up these 35+ years on? Well, remember what all Jack Burton says, “ScreenRun is back with a new episode and we’re talkin’ to whoever’s listenin’ out there.” Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 8: Starman On this episode of ScreenRun while you enjoy an extra long musical intro, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Megan Kearns of Spoilerpiece Theatre to discuss John Carpenter’s sci-fi romance, ‘Starman’.  A story as old as time, true love sweethearts torn apart by one of their deaths, alien gets shot down, clones body of dead sweetheart, and then takes other sweetheart on a road trip to meet up with his alien buddies, then fall in love.  Carpenter continues his hard left turn out of violent, gory horror.  Does his attempt to spread love, peace, and understanding win over your intrepid hosts? Listen on to find out! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 7: Christine On this episode of Screen Run, The Lady Wan and Chris are joined by Ms. Lindsay Washburn of The Lindsay Washburn YouTube show and The Bad Movie Night show to discuss everyone’s favorite sentient car not named KITT.  It’s John Carpenter’s ‘Christine’. The car with an attitude that’s itching for a chance to run you down.  After the disappointing returns and negative feedback of the now classic ‘The Thing’, Carpenter dials back the gore and violence for a haunted car movie that’s grown into a cult classic. Right? Find out more at http://screenrun.fun

SR Ep. 6: The Thing On this episode of Screen Run, The Lady Wan and Chris are joined by Scalzo’s The First Run co-host, Matt Howell to discuss ‘The Thing’. Considered to be John Carpenter’s masterpiece, his reimagining of the original source material was considered a disappointment upon its release in 1982. It has since been recognized as one of the greatest horror films of all time. Does it still hold up? Of course it does.  But it’s still a fun conversation!   Find out more at http://screenrun.fun