Nearly New World: Black Scorpion featuring Chris Iannacone

Nearly New World: Black Scorpion featuring Chris Iannacone

Marc's Miserable Marvelous May takes a turn towards Sexy Town with 1995's Black Scorpion.  We're joined by Joan Severance super-fan and host of Get Me Another Podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-me-another/id1611463498], Chris Iannacone.  Made for Showtime, Black Scorpion is the first in a series of made-for-cable movies and a series.  As Chris wisely points out, "it's Batman for Skinamax". Black Scorpion may not be what you're expecting and that's what makes it so much fun. Darcy Walker (Black Scorpion) is on a mission to rid Angel City of evildoers and "do" her former police partner.  While he is worried about a potential HR violation, she knows that with some latex and an eye mask, he'll never know it's her. This brings up a legitimate question.  If your co-worker or friend or spouse put on a mask and proceeded to romance you, would you think it was a completely different person?  Be honest. We also really show our age with this episode.  We talk about the challenges of trying to get through a 2 and a half hour movie in one sitting when your getting up there in years.  There are two Robert Eurich references.  We discuss the reboot of Love Boat and Side Out, the best volleyball movie ever made. There is an above average amount of "dongle talk".  We get a visit by Jan from HR.  We also flesh out a little more planning for Steamin'.  We're looking for body doubles (especially in the wang department.  We're also looking for financing.  Steamin' demands a big budget.  And big wangs.  Please help us realize our dreams. For more about the New World Pictures Podcast, including previous episodes, t-shirts, mugs, sweatshirts, other merch and more, we DARE YOU to head here: https://newworldpicturespodcast.com/ [https://newworldpicturespodcast.com/] For all the shows in Someone’s Favorite Productions Podcast Network, head here:  https://www.someonesfavoriteproductions.com/ [https://www.someonesfavoriteproductions.com/%C2%A0]

Ep. 172: X-Men: Pryde of the X-Men featuring Peter Fluet

It's that time of year again, the time Marc dreads: Marc's Miserable Marvelous May, where we torture the non-superhero loving Marc with all the Marvel content produced while New World Pictures owned Marvel! In previous years we discussed The Incredible Hulk, the Punisher, even Power Pack, but now it's time to discuss the misfits of Marvel, The X-Men for our 4th installment of making Marc's life a superpowered living hell! In order to properly discuss this merry band of mutants, we brought back one of our most powerful previous guests, the hilarious writer and performer Peter Fluet! You may remember home from Episode 33: STAR CRYSTAL [https://www.newworldpicturespodcast.com/ep-33-star-crystal-featuring-peter-fluet/]! Peter brings his deep Marvel knowledge to the pod to help us make Marc Miserable. This original pilot with 1989's PRYDE OF THE X-MEN was a pilot that didn't quite kickstart the X-Men Animated Series, but was certainly a precursor, though this version of the X-Men is slightly more... Australian than it needed to be. And also maybe a little pervy. Join us as we discuss the amazing theme song, the nostalgic animation, the wild collection of characters and their vocal choices. Don't worry Marc is still miserable, and we'll spend the month making sure he stays that way! For more about the New World Pictures Podcast, including previous episodes, t-shirts, mugs, sweatshirts, other merch and more, we DARE YOU to head here: https://newworldpicturespodcast.com/ [https://newworldpicturespodcast.com/] For all the shows in Someone’s Favorite Productions Podcast Network, head here:  https://www.someonesfavoriteproductions.com/ [https://www.someonesfavoriteproductions.com/%C2%A0]   [https://www.someonesfavoriteproductions.com/%C2%A0] #marvel #xmen #sandalswithsocks #starcrystal

Nearly New World: Carnosaur featuring author Joseph R. Palinkas

We continue to celebrate #100YearsofCorman by pushing the boundaries of our "Nearly New World" sub-series to 1993, when Roger Corman decided to beat JURASSIC PARK at its own game and made his own dinosaur movie, CARNOSAUR! Joining us for this episode is author Joseph R. Palinkas, the writer of the new book, History of Carnosaur, which delves into the entire CARNOSAUR franchise of films, which also includes DINOSAUR ISLAND and Jim Wynorski's RAPTOR. First, we discuss how Joseph discovered the CARNOSAUR franchise and his decision to write the book, the difficulties of writing a book about the CARNOSAUR movies, and then we dive into the first movie, writer/director Adam Simon's original CARNOSAUR, starring Diane Ladd, Raphael Sbarge, Jennifer Runyon, and Harrison Page! We talk chicken eggs, shelf-stable pie, and why it's important for a company not to leave the mad doctor they've just hired alone and with no oversight. Plus, Bobcats, hippies, and the scenes that didn't make the theatrical cut! Don't miss this dive into CARNOSAUR with someone who literally wrote the book on the subject! Then, go buy Joseph's book!  For more about the New World Pictures Podcast, including previous episodes, t-shirts, mugs, sweatshirts, other merch and more, we DARE YOU to head here: https://newworldpicturespodcast.com/ [https://newworldpicturespodcast.com/] For all the shows in Someone’s Favorite Productions Podcast Network, head here:  https://www.someonesfavoriteproductions.com/  [https://www.someonesfavoriteproductions.com/%C2%A0]

Interview with former New World executive Jonathan Wolf

In this episode, we take you behind the curtain behind the curtain as we talk to former New World Pictures executive Jonathan Wolf, who was a Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of New World International from 1986 to 1990! We discuss Jonathan's time working at new World, the company's philosophy, and his insights on what Larry Kuppin and Harry Sloan had in mind when they purchased New World from Roger Corman in 1983. We also discuss his brief distribution venture with Studio Three Film Corporation, which released 1991's POPCORN! Plus, as celebrate #100Yearsof Corman, we end by discussing Roger Corman's legacy and who might fill his much-missed shoes. This is an interview you don't want to miss and Jonathan fills us in on something we've wanted to talk about for a long time, what it was like to work at New World Pictures! If you love movies, don't miss this fascinating and informative conversation! For more about the New World Pictures Podcast, including previous episodes, t-shirts, mugs, sweatshirts, other merch and more, we DARE YOU to head here: https://newworldpicturespodcast.com/ [https://newworldpicturespodcast.com/] For all the shows in Someone’s Favorite Productions Podcast Network, head here:  https://www.someonesfavoriteproductions.com/  [https://www.someonesfavoriteproductions.com/%C2%A0]

Ep. 171: Ghostkeeper featuring Yasmina Ketita

At long last, here's our episode on 1981's GHOSTKEEPER! If you picked up the Blu-ray from Canadian International Pictures that was released earlier this year, you may have already heard our track discussing the film with Rue Morgue writer, Terror Vision contributor, film programmer, and podcaster Yasmina Ketita! But even if you have, here's a longer version of that recording with even more discussion about Canadian director James Makichuk's debut film, shot on location in Alberta, Canada. We discuss all the important aspects of the movie: the importance of being grateful for free coffee, difficult monologues, the beauty and terror of Alberta winters, and All-Dressed chips! Also, how exactly does one say, "wendigo?" Erica finds an all-new and unexpected pronunciation!  Yasmina dives deep into Makichuk's post-GHOSTKEEPER career! Marc explains how snowmobiles work! Ryan offers his secret to withstanding a long winter! This episode has it all! Listen of we'll sick Georgie Collins on you! Follow Yasmina here: https://www.instagram.com/yasmina_666/ [https://www.instagram.com/yasmina_666/] Order the Blu-Ray of GHOSTKEEPER here: https://vinegarsyndrome.com/collections/canadian-international-pictures/products/ghostkeeper [https://vinegarsyndrome.com/collections/canadian-international-pictures/products/ghostkeeper]   For more about the New World Pictures Podcast, including previous episodes, t-shirts, mugs, sweatshirts, other merch and more, we DARE YOU to head here: https://newworldpicturespodcast.com/ [https://newworldpicturespodcast.com/] For all the shows in Someone’s Favorite Productions Podcast Network, head here:  https://www.someonesfavoriteproductions.com/  [https://www.someonesfavoriteproductions.com/%C2%A0]