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Killer Bs

Tori Potenza & Garrett Smith

Tori and Garrett profile B-movie and genre actors from some of our favorite films. We discuss their life, roles, and legacy they have given the film community.

tv & film film history

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01:10:53

Episode 014: Rutger Hauer, Part 1

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2021/06/03

This week we begin our next two-part episode on Rutger Hauer, the go-to villain for some of our favorite 80s and 90s films. We talk about his career through the 80s, discussing his famous role in BLADE RUNNER, his work with Paul Verhoeven in FLESH AND BLOOD, and roles like THE HITCHER. We also discuss his string of Guinness commercials from the late 80s.

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01:22:13

Episode 013: Linda Blair

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2021/05/27

On this episode of Killer Bs we talk about the legendary Linda Blair. While she is mostly known for her role in THE EXORCIST, Linda had a fascinating career with some fun genre films. She has also dedicated her life to valuable pursuits outside of acting. We discuss our love of HELL NIGHT, SAVAGE STREETS, and SORCERESS.

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01:13:38

Episode 012: Bill Duke

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2021/05/20

In this episode of Killer Bs we talk about the “whisperer” Bill Duke. This fascinating figure has made a name for himself both in front of and behind the scenes. He is an activist that dedicates his resources to helping kids in the black community get into the arts. We discuss films like CAR WASH, COMMANDO, PREDATOR, DEEP COVER, and BATTLEDOGS.

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01:30:39

Episode 011: Meiko Kaji

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2021/05/13

On this episode of Killer Bs we talk about the queen of Japanese exploitation, Meiko Kaji. This stoic actress made a name for herself by playing roles in many action films like LADY SNOWBLOOD and the FEMALE PRISONER SCORPION franchise. We also discuss films like STRAY CAT ROCK: BEAT 71 and BLIND WOMAN’S CURSE. We talk about her influence on Quentin Tarintino and some history about the Japanese film industry.

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01:05:05

Episode 010: Harry Dean Stanton, Part 2

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2021/05/06

In this episode of Killer Bs we discuss Harry Dean Stanton’s career from 1985 until his passing in 2017. We talk about his roles in PRETTY IN PINK, TWIN PEAKS: FIRE WALK WITH ME, SEVEN PSYCHOPATHS, and LUCKY. We chat about the legacy he left behind and his beautiful friendship with David Lynch.

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01:09:46

Episode 009: Harry Dean Stanton

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2021/04/29

This week on Killer Bs we talk about one of our favorite actors, Harry Dean Stanton. We look back on his friendships with Warren Oates and Jack Nicholoson, and the many directors he worked with while discussing his memorable roles through 1984. Our discussion includes films like COCKFIGHTER, ALIEN, CHRISTINE, and REPO MAN.

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01:28:01

Episode 008: Pam Grier

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2021/04/22

This week we talk about one of the coolest women in the business, Pam Grier. We talk about the blaxploitation films that made her famous like COFFY, FOXY BROWN, and SCREAM BLACULA SCREAM. We also talk about some of her later genre films like BONES and GHOSTS OF MARS, as well as her Oscar worthy performance in JACKIE BROWN.

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01:08:24

Episode 007: David Patrick Kelly

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2021/04/15

In this week's episode of Killer Bs Tori and Garrett dish on everyone's favorite chaotic character actor, David Patrick Kelly. We talk about his infamous role in THE WARRIORS as well as his roles in COMMANDO, THE CROW, VFW, and DREAMSCAPE. We also talk about his music career, beatnik influences, and mime training?!

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01:08:24

Episode 006: Dee Wallace, Part 2

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2021/04/08

Tori and Garrett return to Dee Wallace's filmography while chatting about their growing love of TV Movies. Films discussed include POPCORN, THE FRIGHTENERS, HALLOWEEN (2007), THE HOUSE OF THE DEVIL, and GRAND PIANO.

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00:55:13

Episode 005: Dee Wallace, Part 1

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2021/04/01

Tori and Garrett explore the filmography of one of America's great genre-moms, Dee Wallace. Movies discussed include THE HILLS HAVE EYES, THE HOWLING, CUJO, E.T., and CRITTERS.

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01:10:10

Episode 004: Ken Foree

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2021/03/25

Tori and Garrett discuss the legacy of Ken Foree, bookending our discussion with both versions of Dawn of the Dead and everything that came between, including Knightriders, From Beyond, The Dentist, and Death Spa.

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01:10:10

Episode 003: Jill Schoelen

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2021/03/18

Tori and Garrett take a look at the career (and love life) of Jill Schoelen, an actress they stumbled into love with after watching an accidental marathon of her movies. Movies discussed include The Stepfather, The Phantom of the Opera (w/ Robert Englund!), Popcorn, and When A Stranger Calls Back.

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01:10:10

Episode 002: John Saxon, Pt. 2

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2021/03/11

Killer Bs returns for Part 2 of their John Saxon profile, with hosts Tori Potenza and Garrett Smith chatting about Saxon's career from the 1980s onwards. Movies discussed include TENEBRAE, A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET, ANOES III: DREAM WARRIORS, and NIGHTMARE BEACH.

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01:10:10

Episode 001: John Saxon

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2021/02/28

On the premiere episode of Killer Bs, hosts Tori Potenza and Garrett Smith profile B-movie legend John Saxon's early career while stumbling through discussions of what the show should be called. Movies discussed include THE EVIL/THE GIRL WHO KNEW TOO MUCH, ENTER THE DRAGON, and BLACK CHRISTMAS.

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