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The Kulturecast

Weirding Way Media

The Kulturecast is a movie weekly podcast where movies are reviewed both new and old, those involved with making the films are talked to, and cinema tangents are gone on.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kulturecast--2883470/support.

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83:21

Blind Fury

The Kulturecast ·

2022/08/11

We continue Patreon Programmed Month, this year all Rutger Hauer films, with an action comedy take on Zatoichi: Blind Fury. Starring Rutger Hauer as blind samurai Nick Parker, he must save the life of a former military pal and his precocious son on a cross-country road trip. Come for Rutger, stay for Randall Tex Cobb and the strange genre mash-up. Pulp-Serenade's Cullen Gallagher joins Chris to talk about the film, alligator dogs, and more 80s action talk. You can follow Chris Stachiw at

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66:03

Wanted: Dead or Alive

The Kulturecast ·

2022/08/09

We kick off Patreon Programmed Month, this year all Rutger Hauer films, with a sequel(?) to a Steve McQueen TV show: Wanted: Dead or Alive. Starring Rutger Hauer as Nick Randall, he must take down a makeup-less Gene Simmons who is threatening to destroy Los Angeles. From terrorists jumping out of barrels to wild gunplay, it's a great way to kick off the month. Artist Dustin Rutledge and On Seagal's Trevor Gumbel join Chris to talk about the film, KISS, and 80s action movies.You can follow Chris

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64:24

Subspecies

The Kulturecast ·

2022/08/09

In this bonus episode, the Unholy Triumverate is here, they're here, and they are talking all about some direct-to-video vampire fun, Subspecies. Starring Anders Hove, it follows the exploits of Radu the vampire as he attempts to gain power, find love, and please his mummy; yes you read that right. It's got all the chaotic energy one might expect from a mid-90s Full Moon release. Mondo-Heather's Heather Drain and Dark Destination's Father Malone join Chris to talk all about the film, dripping blood

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61:25

Death Hunt

The Kulturecast ·

2022/08/04

We end Bronson month with an on-foot chase film across the wilds of the Great White North featuring Bronson and James Coburn: Death Hunt. Bronson plays Albert Johnson, a mad trapper, who pisses off the wrong group of trappers and ends up on the wrong end of James Coburn's sights. Blood, bad editing, and a whole lot more! Wake Up Heavy's Mark Begley joins Chris to talk about the film, the true story behind the movie, and Carl Weathers. You can follow Chris Stachiw at @ChrismasClaus and the

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53:57

Mr. Majestyk

The Kulturecast ·

2022/07/27

We near the end of Bronson month with an exciting dive into Charles Bronson as a Ramboesque veteran who wants to sell his watermelons but can't seem to catch a break: Mr. Majestyk. Starring Bronson, he is plagued by Al Lettieri's crazy-eyed mobster who just can't seem to let well enough alone when Bronson injects himself into Lettieri's prison escape. It sounds more fun than it actually is which, yes, is a problem. DC Titan's Richard Hatem joins Chris to talk about the film, Bronson's performance,

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77:49

Fantastic Planet (La Planète sauvage)

The Kulturecast ·

2022/07/27

In this bonus episode, the Unholy Triumverate is here once again to talk all about French surreal animation and species politics with Fantastic Planet. Directed by Rene Laloux, it follows the Traags and Oms as they battle one another for supremacy of their planet. It's a wild ride that is unlike anything you've ever seen but something you should definitely check out. Mondo-Heather's Heather Drain and Dark Destination's Father Malone join Chris to talk all about the film, French animation, and Joe

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78:43

Red Sun

The Kulturecast ·

2022/07/20

We continue Bronson month with a western that shares a lot in common with buddy cop movies, and it features Charles Bronson: Red Sun. Also starring Toshiro Mifune, the two men must team up, against their will, to take down Bronson's former partner and retrieve a legendary samurai sword. It's an interesting entry in the genre and features some great performances! Pulp-Serenade's Cullen Gallagher, DC Titan's Richard Hatem, and Mondo Heather's Heather Drain join Chris to talk about the film, Mifune's

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83:28

Hard Times

The Kulturecast ·

2022/07/20

We kick off another month programmed by Pulp-Serenade's Cullen Gallagher and DC Titan's Richard Hatem and this time, it's all Bronson all month long. We kick off the month with a film that features Bronson and Coburn in the world of street boxing, Hard Times. It follows the two of them as they attempt to make a living in Depression-era New Orleans as fighter and manager. Pulp-Serenade's Cullen Gallagher, DC Titan's Richard Hatem, and the Projection Booth's Mike White join Chris to talk about the

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106:47

Stephen King's It Series (1990, 2017, 2019)

The Kulturecast ·

2022/07/13

In this bonus episode, we venture back to Derry, Maine to take a look at every adaptation of Stephen King's magnum opus, It. We cover all three films, along with a light dive into the book. Did you know they're doing a prequel TV show? Yikes. Wake Up Heavy's Mark Begley joins Chris to talk about the films, the Pennywise performances, and King's works.You can follow Chris Stachiw at @ChrismasClaus and the Kulturecast @kulturecast. You can also subscribe to the Kulturecast on iTunes here. Also, don't

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68:14

Crimes of the Future

The Kulturecast ·

2022/07/13

In this bonus episode, we take a look at David Cronenberg's latest film that's a possible return to the body horror aficionado, Crimes of the Future. Starring Viggo Mortensen and Kristen Stewart, the film follows Mortensen as a performance artist who has vestigial organs removed on stage in a dystopian future. Kristen Stewart plays a perfect weirdo obsessed with his art and his evolutionary advances. It's a wild film that deserves multiple rewatches, to say the least. Wake Up Heavy's Mark Begley and

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88:14

Men

The Kulturecast ·

2022/07/13

In this bonus episode, we talk about Alex Garland's latest entry into his growing filmography of genre-bending fare, Men. Starring Jessie Buckley, she plays a woman attempting to cope with the loss of her husband who stumbles into a town like no other. To say any more would be to give too much away; go knowing as little as possible! Wake Up Heavy's Mark Begley joins Chris to talk about the film, Garland's other films, and toxic masculinity. You can follow Chris Stachiw at @ChrismasClaus and the

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60:32

The Funhouse

The Kulturecast ·

2022/07/13

In this bonus episode, we take a look at one of Tobe Hooper's other films that aren't Poltergeist, The Funhouse. Written by Larry Block, it takes place over one night at a carnival where a killer funhouse keeps attracting willing victims. It also features one of the most insane creature designs this side of Kothoga in Relic. Wake Up Heavy's Mark Begley joins Chris to talk about the film, Hooper's other works, and that hilarious mask. You can follow Chris Stachiw at @ChrismasClaus and the Kulturecast

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49:02

The Ice Pirates

The Kulturecast ·

2022/07/01

In this bonus episode, we journey into the farthest reaches of the known universe to find some ice and travel through time with The Ice Pirates. A spoof of everything 70s sci-fi, the film follows a rag-tag crew of titular ice pirates who are tasked with finding the mythical Seventh World which totally isn't just Earth. It's a send-up of Star Wars in the best way possible. Artist Dustin Rutledge joins Chris to talk about the films, space herpes, and that damn frog lady. You can follow Chris Stachiw

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96:37

Heavenly Creatures

The Kulturecast ·

2022/07/01

We end Pride Month with a look at a film that chronicles one of the most infamous murders in New Zealand, Heavenly Creatures. Starring Melanie Lynskey and Kate Winslet, it follows the two young women who are looking for their places in the world and find each other. When they're forced to be separated, they hatch a plan to try and stay together that ends in tragedy. It might not sound like a Peter Jackson film, but it is, and it's spectacular. Alamo Drafthouse's Josh Stewart join Chris to talk about

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97:14

The Handmaiden

The Kulturecast ·

2022/06/30

We near the end of Pride Month with a contemporary period piece that comes directly from South Korea, The Handmaiden. Starring Kim Min-hee and Kim Tae-ri, the film follows the two women as they attempt to get out from under the thumb of an oppressive Japanese-occupied Korea and the men who seek to control them. It features some fantastic performances and a three-act structure that recontextualizes the story at each turn. DC Titan's Richard Hatem and Pulp-Serenade's Cullen Gallagher join Chris to

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95:17

My Own Private Idaho

The Kulturecast ·

2022/06/16

We continue Pride Month with a look at a film that isn't nearly as positive as the last one but features another iconic performance, My Own Private Idaho. Starring River Phoenix and Keanu Reeves, it follows the two sex workers as they attempt to find Phoenix's mother and make a life for themselves. Phoenix's performance is one for the ages and a true standout of the month. The Projection Booth's Mike White, Wake Up Heavy's Marc Begley, and Scary Stories We Tell's Jess Byard joins Chris to talk about

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89:19

Hedwig and the Angry Inch

The Kulturecast ·

2022/06/15

We kick off Pride Month with a look at John Cameron Mitchell's rock musical classic, Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Starring John Cameron Mitchell as the titular Hedwig, the film follows Hedwig as she attempts to take back her career from her former partner who stole it from her, Tommy Gnosis. It's a true cult classic with a truly iconic performance. Vocalist Andy Gnosis joins Chris to talk about the film, the music, and Mitchell's performance. You can follow Chris Stachiw at @ChrismasClaus and the

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97:34

High Fidelity

The Kulturecast ·

2022/06/08

In this bonus episode, we take a break from Pride Month to check out one of Chris' favorite films, well at least it used to be, High Fidelity. Starring John Cusack and based on a Nick Hornby book, it follows Rob Gordon, a record store owner, who has a mid-life crisis surrounding his complicated love life. Gen-X humor and lots of alternative music should be expected! Vocalist Andy Gnosis joins Chris to talk about the film, the music, and Cusack's performance. You can follow Chris Stachiw at

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88:47

Rockula

The Kulturecast ·

2022/06/03

In this bonus episode, the Unholy Triumverate reunites to check out a retelling of Dracula with a decidedly '80s twist, Rockula. Starring teen crush Dean Cameron, he plays the titular vampire who attempts to win over his crush and prevent her foretold death. It's an interesting interpretation of what it means to be a vampire, featuring Toni Basil! Mondo-Heather's Heather Drain and Dark Destination's Father Malone join Chris to talk about the film, the music, and a certain tiny bat creature. You can

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91:23

48 Hrs

The Kulturecast ·

2022/06/02

We round out Buddy Cop Month with the buddy cop movie that may have started it all but definitely put Eddie Murphy on the map, 48 Hrs. Starring the aforementioned Murphy and the ever gruff Nick Nolte, the two must come together to stop a psychotic James Remar from wreaking havoc on San Francisco with Nolte's stolen sidearm. Aside from Freebie and the Bean, this is the birthplace of the buddy cop genre, and it's a fantastic one at that. Pulp-Serenade's Cullen Gallagher and DC Titan's Richard Hatem

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