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Matinee Heroes

Craig Price - Elisabeth Rappe - Alan Cerny

A movie podcast of swashbuckling and derring do!

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1:06:09

CastOFF! Live from Comicpalooza 2025

Matinee Heroes ·

2025/09/27

LIVE FROM COMICPALOOZA 2025 - CASTOFF!!4 players enter - 2 will win. Live from this past Comicpalooza, the BryFy podcast vs Spoop Squad recast Andor while the hosts of the Cult 45 podcast battle each other over recasting Revenge of the Sith. Next week, Matinee Villains month starts and we sink our teeth into "Fresh"

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49:38

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Matinee Heroes ·

2025/09/20

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLESIn New York City, a mysterious ooze transforms four ordinary turtles into wisecracking, pizza-loving, ninja-fighting heroes. Trained in the art of Ninjutsu by their wise rat sensei, Splinter, the brothers — Michelangelo, Donatello, Raphael, and Leonardo — take to the streets to fight crime. But when a deadly rogue ninja, a former student of Splinter, shows up and unleashes chaos on the city, it’s up to the turtles to step up and save the day. Craig and Rob talk about

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1:06:59

Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut

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2025/09/13

SUPERMAN II: THE RICHARD DONNER CUTKryptonian warlord General Zod and his deadly crew are accidentally released from their space prison—and they’ve got their sights set on Earth. Just as they begin their reign of terror, Superman makes a life-changing choice: give up his powers to be with Lois Lane. Now the world’s greatest hero has to decide—love or duty—while the planet hangs in the balance. Craig and Rob Ervin talk about their favorite Superman, athletic nerds, Retro Expo and the movie

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1:00:10

Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith

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2025/09/06

STAR WARS EPISODE III: REVENGE OF THE SITH It has been three years since the Clone Wars began. Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi and Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker rescue Chancellor Palpatine from General Grievous, the commander of the droid armies—but Grievous escapes. Suspicions grow within the Jedi Council about the Chancellor, especially given his close relationship with Anakin. When Anakin is asked to spy on him, resentment boils over, and consumed by frustration and doubt, he turns to the Dark

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46:44

Brent Spiner and John de Lancie – September 2022 –...

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2025/09/01

Two fan favorites from the Star Trek universe—Brent Spiner (Data, Lore, Dr. Soong) and John de Lancie (Q), took the stage at FanX Salt Lake City to swap stories, tease each other, and reflect on careers that stretch far beyond the Final Frontier. What unfolded was a lively, heartfelt, and hilarious panel that explored everything from Breaking Bad and My Little Pony to truth-telling in acting and the evolving humanity of their iconic characters. Houston Roots and Astroworld Memories: Spiner began

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1:07:20

Labyrinth

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2025/08/30

LABYRINTHFrustrated with her baby brother, sixteen-year-old Sarah wishes the goblins would take him away—only to have her wish granted. Given thirteen hours to navigate a fantastical labyrinth, she must journey through a maze of strange creatures and challenges to rescue him from the Goblin King. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Derek McCaw talk about the deception of nostalgia, the power of David Bowie, post–Comic-Con chit chat and the movie “Labyrinth” On this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes

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1:33:45

Air Force One

Matinee Heroes ·

2025/08/23

AIR FORCE ONEAir Force One falls into the hands of violent radicals demanding freedom for their captured leader. With the First Lady and her family trapped on board, the clock ticks as the hijackers threaten to kill a hostage every half hour. But hidden below, the President prepares to strike back and reclaim both his family—and his plane. Craig, Elisabeth and Paul Hitchcock talk about Craig’s favorite president, movies trapped in time, Tim being Tim and the movie “Air Force One” on this week’s

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1:38:50

Willow

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2025/08/16

WILLOWA young farmer is thrust into an epic quest when he’s tasked with protecting a magical child from an evil queen. Along the way, he’s joined by a roguish swordsman, fierce allies, and a touch of sorcery. Together, they face dark forces in a battle where destiny hangs in the balance. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Paul Hitchcock talk about a young Warwick Davis, fantasy in the 80s, the reputation of reshoots and the movie “Willow” on this week’s Matinee Heroes Show Notes 1:04 Craig,

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1:24:22

Ladyhawke

Matinee Heroes ·

2025/08/09

LADYHAWKE After escaping a dungeon, young thief Phillipe Gaston crosses paths with Capt. Navarre, a man bound by a strange curse. He and his beloved, Lady Isabeau, have been doomed by the wicked Bishop of Aquila to never be together except at twilight. With Gaston’s help, they set out on a perilous mission to overthrow the Bishop and shatter the enchantment. Craig and Elisabeth are joined by birthday boy Alan to talk about being 56, a Comicpalooza recap, horrible scores and the movie “Ladyhawke’ on

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53:34

Mick Garris – October 2018 – CONversations with Craig

Matinee Heroes ·

2025/08/04

Recorded live at Horrorthon 2018, this episode of CONversations with Craig features a captivating, insightful, and often humorous conversation with legendary horror filmmaker Mick Garris. From adapting Stephen King’s novels into iconic miniseries like The Stand and The Shining, to creating the influential Post Mortem podcast, Garris shares compelling behind-the-scenes stories from his illustrious career. Whether he's revealing secrets about working with Anthony Perkins on Psycho IV or sharing his

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57:13

Ever After

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2025/08/02

EVER AFTERAfter her father’s death, Danielle is forced into servitude by her cruel stepmother. While her stepsisters vie for status, Danielle toils in silence—until she meets the charming Prince Henry. Their connection sparks a love that defies class and expectation. Craig and Elisabeth talk about 90’s feminism, fairy tales, grounded fantasy and the movie “Ever After” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:00 Craig and Elisabeth talk about fairy tales. 5:04 Craig and Elisabeth

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1:13:17

Contagion

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2025/07/26

CONTAGIONBeth Emhoff comes home from a business trip to Hong Kong feeling off, blaming it on jet lag. Two days later, she’s dead—and doctors can’t explain why. As others show the same symptoms, a global pandemic erupts. While doctors race to contain the deadly virus, society unravels and a rogue blogger fuels mass paranoia. Craig and Elisabeth talk about pandemics, COVID parallels, science as savior and the movie “Contagion” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:03 Craig and Elisabeth

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1:05:32

The Impossible

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2025/07/19

THE IMPOSSIBLEMaria, Henry, and their three kids spend Christmas in Thailand, hoping for a warm, relaxing escape. Their dream vacation turns into a nightmare when a massive tsunami strikes without warning, wreaking havoc and tearing the family apart. In the aftermath, each of them must fight to survive and hold onto the hope of reuniting against all odds. Craig and Elisabeth talk about survival, the horrors of the ocean, looking out for one another and the movie “The Impossible” on this week’s

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1:24:21

The Poseidon Adventure

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2025/07/12

THE POSEIDON ADVENTUREOn New Year’s Eve, the S.S. Poseidon is capsized by a massive tidal wave en route from New York to Greece. With the captain dead, a small group of survivors led by the determined Rev. Scott must navigate the overturned ship from the ballroom to safety. Battling fire, flooding, and crumbling wreckage, they fight for survival in a race against time. Craig and Elisabeth talk about cruise ships, helping yourself vs helping others, disasters they’ve lived through and the movie

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C. Thomas Howell – February 2020 – CONversations with...

Matinee Heroes ·

2025/07/07

Recorded live at the Fayetteville Comic Show, this episode of CONversations with Craig features a raw, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt conversation with actor C. Thomas Howell. From his early days as a child stunt rider to breakout roles in E.T. and The Outsiders, Howell shares stories from a career that spans Hollywood classics, cult thrillers, and gritty television drama. Whether he’s recalling a tense lunch with Rutger Hauer or reflecting on what it means to stay authentic in an industry built

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25:31

The Inaugural Asshole Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

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2025/07/05

This month’s episode of Matinee Heroes is a special presentation years in the making. We’re not honoring heroes this time—we’re saluting the cinematic chaos agents, the scene-stealing thorns in every protagonist’s side. That’s right: it’s the long-awaited William Atherton Asshole Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.Co-host Craig Price is joined by Elizabeth Rapp and Derek McCaw for a red-carpet roast of honor as they induct the inaugural trio of actors: William Atherton – the original smarmy

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2:06:31

In Memoriam – Rebekah Del Rio 1967 – 2025

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2025/07/04

IN MEMORIAM: REBEKAH DEL RIO 1967-2025 On June 25th, Rebekah Del Rio passed away. You might not know the name right away, but if you’ve seen Mulholland Drive or Twin Peaks: The Return on Showtime, you’ve definitely heard her voice. It’s haunting, unforgettable. I met Rebekah back in 2020 at the Fayetteville Comic Show during a Twin Peaks reunion, which is part of the panel you’re about to hear. She was all over social media at the time. I actually first saw her at the airport, livestreaming to her

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1:10:26

The French Connection

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2025/06/28

THE FRENCH CONNECTIONTwo NYPD detectives working in the Narcotics Bureau uncover a heroin smuggling operation with ties to Marseilles, France. What begins as routine surveillance quickly spirals into a dangerous international pursuit. Despite their best efforts, tracking down the smugglers and bringing their elusive ringleaders to justice becomes a maddening game of cat and mouse. Craig and Elisabeth end June Hackman month talking about dirty cops, blind snipers, 1970s New York and the movie “The

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1:15:37

Crimson Tide

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2025/06/21

CRIMSON TIDEAfter the Cold War, a rogue Russian republic with nukes threatens global security. Captain Frank Ramsey brings on a sharp but untested officer—Lieutenant Commander Ron Hunter, —to join him aboard the USS Alabama. When conflicting orders come in and Ramsey pushes for a strike, Hunter fears they could start a nuclear war, setting off a tense standoff that could decide the fate of the world. Craig, Elisabeth and Alan talk about personal interpretation, celebrating Gene Hackman, the

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1:40:51

The Birdcage

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2025/06/14

THE BIRDCAGEYoung engaged couple Val and Barbara bring their wildly different families together for one tense dinner. To win over Barbara’s ultra-conservative father, Val’s gay, club-owning dad Armand hides his drag queen partner Albert and pretends to embody straight-laced American values. But as the evening unravels, keeping up appearances gets hilariously out of hand. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Liz Serna talk about they gay 90’s, despicable children, the sexiness of Christine Baranski and the

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