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Johnny Has the Keys

Tim Smith & David Horton

Johnny Has the Keys is a Horror and Science Fiction podcast, deciphering inspirations, influences, and parallels within the genre. It is the indulgence of life-long friends, David Horton and Tim Smith, and it presented via the magic of podcasting with their enthusiastic –albeit sometimes, sarcastic and profane—commentary. If you’re seeking geeked-out wisdom for all things creepy and spacey, then you have stumbled upon the right show. Uncles Tim and David are prepared to escort you through the long

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Ep. 07-07: Mr. Harrigan’s Phone (2022)

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2024/09/23

MR. HARRIGAN’S PHONE (2022) is a horror drama based on a Stephen King novella. The film follows a young boy named Craig who befriends an elderly billionaire Mr. Harrigan. After Mr. Harrigan’s death, Craig discovers he can still communicate with him through the phone buried with him. As Craig uses the phone to seek guidance … Continue reading Ep. 07-07: Mr. Harrigan’s Phone (2022) →

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Ep. 07-06: The Monolith Monsters (1957)

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2024/09/16

THE MONOLITH MONSTERS (1957) is a sci-fi horror film directed by John Sherwood. When a meteorite crashes in a small desert town, the fragments grow into towering, crystalline monoliths that turn to stone anything they touch. As the monoliths threaten to engulf the town, a geologist and a local teacher race against time to find … Continue reading Ep. 07-06: The Monolith Monsters (1957) →

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Ep. 07-05: The Night Stalker (1972) & The Night...

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2024/09/09

THE NIGHT STALKER (1972) is a horror TV movie directed by John Llewellyn Moxey. It follows investigative reporter Carl Kolchak as he uncovers a series of gruesome murders in Las Vegas. Suspecting the killer to be a vampire, Kolchak faces skepticism from the police and his editor as he hunts down the undead menace. Blending … Continue reading Ep. 07-05: The Night Stalker (1972) & The Night Strangler (1973) →

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Ep. 07-04: Robinson Crusoe on Mars (1964)

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2024/09/02

ROBINSON CRUSOE ON MARS (1964) is a sci-fi adventure film directed by Byron Haskin. It reimagines the classic Daniel Defoe novel, placing astronaut Kit Draper on Mars after his spaceship crashes. Stranded and alone, Draper must use his wits and limited resources to survive the harsh Martian environment. He encounters an alien slave, and they … Continue reading Ep. 07-04: Robinson Crusoe on Mars (1964) →

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Ep. 07-03: Day of the Dead (1985)

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2024/08/26

DAY OF THE DEAD (1985), directed by George A. Romero, is the third installment in his iconic zombie trilogy. Set in an underground bunker after a zombie apocalypse, the film follows a group of scientists and military personnel struggling to survive. Tensions rise as they clash over how to handle the zombie threat, with one … Continue reading Ep. 07-03: Day of the Dead (1985) →

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Ep. 07-02: Star Trek (2009)

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2024/08/19

STAR TREK (2009), directed by J.J. Abrams, is a reboot of the iconic sci-fi franchise. The film follows young James T. Kirk and Spock as they join the crew of the USS Enterprise to combat the vengeful Romulan, Nero, who threatens the Federation with a powerful weapon. With time travel altering their destinies, the film … Continue reading Ep. 07-02: Star Trek (2009) →

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Ep. 07-01: Grindhouse (2007)

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2024/08/12

GRINDHOUSE (2007) is a double feature directed by Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez. The film combines two exploitation-style movies: Rodriguez’s “Planet Terror,” a zombie outbreak thriller, and Tarantino’s “Death Proof,” a slasher film featuring a psychotic stuntman. Interspersed with faux trailers for other outrageous movies, “Grindhouse” pays homage to 1970s B-movies’ over-the-top violence, campy dialogue, … Continue reading Ep

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Ep. 06-40: Dune (2021)

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2024/06/17

DUNE (2021)—Denis Villeneuve’s epic adaptation of Frank Herbert’s seminal novel, Dune (2021), transports audiences to the desolate desert planet of Arrakis, where conflicting factions battle for control of its most precious resource—spice. As young nobleman Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) grapples with his destiny, he becomes embroiled in a perilous power struggle that spans the cosmos. … Continue reading Ep. 06-40: Dune (2021) →

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Ep. 06-39: 30 Days of Night (2007)

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2024/06/10

30 DAYS OF NIGHT (2007)—In the remote Alaskan town of Barrow, darkness descends for an entire month, providing an ideal hunting ground for a group of bloodthirsty vampires. Adapted from the graphic novel by Steve Niles and Ben Templesmith, 30 Days of Night (2007) plunges into a chilling tale of survival as the townsfolk band … Continue reading Ep. 06-39: 30 Days of Night (2007) →

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Ep 06-38: War of the Worlds (2005)

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2024/06/03

WAR OF THE WORLDS (2005)—As extraterrestrial invaders unleash their devastating tripods on Earth, a father (Tom Cruise) must protect his children and navigate the chaos. With groundbreaking visual effects and relentless tension, Spielberg crafts a harrowing tale of survival against overwhelming odds. Join us as we journey into the heart of the invasion, dissecting Spielberg’s … Continue reading Ep 06-38: War of the Worlds (2005) →

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Ep. 06-37: Night of the Living Dead (1968) REDUX

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2024/05/27

NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD (1968)—Set in rural Pennsylvania, a disparate group seeks refuge in a farmhouse from reanimated corpses hungry for human flesh. As tensions rise within the claustrophobic setting, it soon becomes apparent that things are equally dangerous inside and out. Night of the Living Dead is more than just a terrifying tale … Continue reading Ep. 06-37: Night of the Living Dead (1968) REDUX →

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Ep. 06-36: Enemy Mine (1985)

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2024/05/20

ENEMY MINE (1985)—Two enemy pilots, one human and one alien, crash-land on a hostile planet. Forced to rely on each other for survival, they overcome their initial distrust and form a deep bond, learning valuable lessons about friendship, compassion, and the futility of war. ENEMY MINE (1985) offers a unique twist in the science fiction … Continue reading Ep. 06-36: Enemy Mine (1985) →

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Ep. 06-35: X (2022)

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2024/05/13

X (2022)—A group of filmmakers travel to rural Texas in the 1970s to shoot an adult film at an isolated farmhouse. But when their reclusive hosts catch their young guests in the act, the crew desperately fights for their lives, trapped and isolated. Set in an abandoned Texas farmhouse, Ti West’s X (2022) captures the … Continue reading Ep. 06-35: X (2022) →

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Ep. 06-34: The Road (2009)

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2024/05/06

THE ROAD (2009)—In a bleak post-apocalyptic world, a father and son journey across a desolate landscape, struggling to survive while evading cannibalistic scavengers. As they navigate the ruins of civilization, they cling to hope and their bond, seeking refuge and a glimpse of humanity amidst the devastation. THE ROAD (2009) carries the weight of Cormac … Continue reading Ep. 06-34: The Road (2009) →

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Ep. 06-33: King Kong (1933 & 2005)

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2024/04/29

KING KONG (1933)—a daring filmmaker and crew discover Skull Island, home to the colossal ape Kong. Capturing the beast for exhibition in New York, Kong escapes, creating chaos and tragic allure. A pioneering classic, the film combines groundbreaking effects with an unforgettable tale of beauty and the beast. KING KONG (2005)—Director Peter Jackson pays homage … Continue reading Ep. 06-33: King Kong (1933 & 2005) →

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E. 06-32: On the Beach (1959) & The Day the Earth...

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2024/04/22

ON THE BEACH (1959)—Set in a world devastated by nuclear war, On the Beach (1959) follows the lives of individuals in Australia awaiting inevitable radioactive fallout. As they grapple with impending doom, relationships form and unravel. The narrative unfolds with a poignant exploration of the human condition in the face of extinction, capturing the desperation, … Continue reading E. 06-32: On the Beach (1959) & The Day the Earth Caught Fire (1961) →

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Ep. 06-31: The Sorcerers (1967)

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2024/04/15

THE SORCERERS (1967)—revolves around an elderly couple, Professor Monserrat and his wife, who invent a mind-control device. They persuade a young man to be their experimental subject, giving them the power to experience his sensations. However, the experiment takes a dark turn as the couple becomes increasingly obsessed with the thrill of controlling another person’s … Continue reading Ep. 06-31: The Sorcerers (1967) →

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Ep. 06-30: Forbidden Planet (1956) REDUX

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2024/04/08

FORBIDDEN PLANET (1956)—A space crew is sent to investigate the disappearance of a colony on the distant planet Altair IV. Upon arrival, they discover Dr. Morbius, the lone survivor, and his daughter Altaira. The mystery unfolds as an ancient alien technology, the Krell, is revealed, along with a powerful and destructive force from Morbius’s subconscious. … Continue reading Ep. 06-30: Forbidden Planet (1956) REDUX →

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Ep. 06-29: Duel (1971)

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2024/04/01

DUEL (1971)—David Mann is on a road trip and unwittingly provokes the wrath of a menacing tanker truck driver in the California desert. Soon, he finds himself in a tense cat-and-mouse chase, with the tanker relentlessly pursuing him through the isolated desert landscape. When the pursuit escalates to deadly levels, Mann must summon his inner … Continue reading Ep. 06-29: Duel (1971) →

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Ep. 06-28: Logan’s Run (1976)

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2024/03/25

LOGAN’S RUN (1976)—In the year 2274, society lives an idyllic, hedonistic lifestyle within the protective confines of a domed city. The belief is—when people turn 30, they are reincarnated for another blissful life cycle. Those who know the darker truth become runners and flee to a hidden sanctuary. When law enforcement officer Logan goes undercover … Continue reading Ep. 06-28: Logan’s Run (1976) →

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