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They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Commentary #1: "Night of the Living Dead" (1990).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Commentary #1: "Night of the Living Dead" (1990).

It's commentary time! Yes, for the first time on the podcast, we enter the world of terrible fan commentary for a movie that you can pop into your player of choice.  Turn down the volume, turn on those subtitles, and then listen to a couple of unprepared fools talk about the film as you watch.  For this first outing Lee is joined by his brother Scott to eat chips loudly and talk about the 1990 Tom Savini remake of George Romero's "Night of the Living Dead". If you go into this expecting a Criterion-level discussion of the film, you'll be sadly let down. Hell, this might get the facts wrong, and it might not even qualify as a bad Rifftracks commentary, but fuck you, we did it anyway. If you do listen to it, we hope you enjoy. Cheers.
01:32:3507/09/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Intermission #5.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Intermission #5.

Lee is back, flying solo this week. Covered in this episode: the accidental destruction of an episode for the slasher series by Lee, some of Lee's latest film reviews on Letterboxed, and some of Lee's latest DVD purchases. Lee also claims he used an Elgato to record Skype conversations. He actually meant the program Evaer. Featured Music: "The Hunt" by Goblin.
33:2631/08/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 33: ”Motel Hell” (1980) & ”Just Before Dawn” (1981).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 33: ”Motel Hell” (1980) & ”Just Before Dawn” (1981).

Lee, Daniel & Paul are back for the third part their slasher series. This time out it's a semi-slasher/black comedy horror in "Motel Hell" from 1980 and the much over-looked slasher in the woods "Just Before Dawn" (1981). Also: what we've watched in the last little while. Featured Music: "Heart of Glass" by Blondie.
01:31:0024/08/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 32: ”Sleepaway Camp” (1983) & ”The Burning” (1981).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 32: ”Sleepaway Camp” (1983) & ”The Burning” (1981).

The whole gang is back together this week as Lee, Dan and Paul talk about two more slasher films from the 1980s for our Slasher Series. This time out it's two films considered to be legit cult classics by most slasher fans in "Sleepaway Camp" (1983) & "The Burning" (1981). Are they overlooked classics or just over-hyped?  Also covered: listener comments and what we've been watching as of late.  Featured Music: "The Burning (End Theme Song)" by Rick Wakeman.
01:17:0017/08/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 31: ”Madman” (1982) & ”The Prowler” (1981).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 31: ”Madman” (1982) & ”The Prowler” (1981).

This week Lee, Daniel and Paul kick off a series on 1980s slasher films by checking out the somewhat urban legend-based "Madman" (1982), and then on to the effects-driven "The Prowler" (1981). Due to some tech issues, Paul had to record a separate discussion with Lee on a different night, and he was without a good mic, thus his sound is a bit lower. People using ear buds be aware and adjust accordingly. Also: Daniel returns with another list of both recommended books and films, this time dealing with the subject of artificial intelligence. They also cover what they've watched as of late. Featured Music: "Song of Madman Marz" by Gary Sales. Daniel's AI Recommendations: Books: "I, Robot". "Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid". "The Mind's I: Fantasies And Reflections On Self & Soul". Movies: "Pi" (1998). "Ex Machina" (2015). "Her" (2013).
01:30:1610/08/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 30: "The Libertine" (1960) and "Computer Chess" (2013).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 30: "The Libertine" (1960) and "Computer Chess" (2013).

Lee and Daniel are back and this time Daniel has picked both movies reviewed for this episode. First off they look at a little Euro sex in "The Libertine" (1960) and then they move on to a strange pseudo-doc surrounding the people involved in a 1980s computer chess competition in (you guessed it) 2013's "Computer Chess". Also: listener comments, what we've been watching, and a list of recommended films/documentaries to help one better understand the religious right in America. Featured Music: "Brute Calculations" by Morgan Coy. IMDB links for the recommended films/docs: Saved! (2004)  The Revisionaries (2012) Flock of Dodos: The Evolution-Intelligent Design Circus (2006) Journeys with George (2002) Boogie Man: The Lee Atwater Story (2008)
01:26:3203/08/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 29: Favourite Movie Villains Part 2.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 29: Favourite Movie Villains Part 2.

Lee and Daniel are back for the second part of an extended conversation about their favourite film villains. Part 3 will show up sometime in the next couple of weeks, probably as a bonus episode.  Featured Music: "Convict Man" by Deadbolt & "Genocide" by Link Wray.
50:3327/07/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 28: ”Blue Ruin” (2013) & ”Nightcrawler” (2014).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 28: ”Blue Ruin” (2013) & ”Nightcrawler” (2014).

This time out Lee and Daniel are back, reviewing two more recent crime dramas in Jeremy Saulnier's "Blue Ruin" (2013) and Dan Gilroy's smash debut "Nightcrawler" (2014). Also covered: what we've been watching and a round of Movie God. "Summer School" articles on Slaughterfilm. Featured Music: "Baby Blue" by Badfinger.
01:27:5319/07/2015
The Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 27: Favourite Movie Villains Part 1.

The Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 27: Favourite Movie Villains Part 1.

Lee and Daniel are back in the first of a three part series, casually talking about their favourite villains of the big screen. Who are the baddest of the bad? What makes a great villain? Are some villains not really villains at all? Also: listener comments and what we've been watching as of late. Featured Music: "Am I Evil?" by Diamond Head.
01:04:0913/07/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 26: RIP Christopher Lee.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 26: RIP Christopher Lee.

In this episode Lee has two separate informal chats with Daniel and Paul about the life and career of the late Sir Christopher Lee. Along with our own personal thoughts on the man, his signature roles, and what he meant to cinema and popular culture in general, there are a handful of short soundbites and interview segments, culled from various Youtube sources.  Featured Music: The main themes from "Horror of Dracula" and "Taste the Blood of Dracula" by James Bernard. "Mr. Lee" by The Bobbettes. "Treebeard's Song" by The Tolkien Ensemble ft. Christopher Lee.
01:24:0005/07/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 25: "Revenge of the Nerds" (1984).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 25: "Revenge of the Nerds" (1984).

"revenge Daniel and Lee return to finish off their sex comedy series with a fairly in-depth look at 1984's "Revenge of the Nerds", as well as a bit of talk about the 1987 sequel and a very brief look at the aborted TV pilot and the made-for-TV sequels. Rape, racism, tits and toilet humor are all discussed this time out, as well as nerd culture in general. Also: listener comments and what we've been watching as of late, our favourite films from our Sex Comedy series and some recommendations for other sex comedies we didn't cover. TOR.com article on "Real Genius" and "Revenge of the Nerds" here. Featured music: "Fuck Me, Ray Bradbury: by Rachel Bloom. See the video.
01:41:3228/06/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 24: ”Ghoulies 3” (1991) & ”Not of this Earth” (1988).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 24: ”Ghoulies 3” (1991) & ”Not of this Earth” (1988).

Daniel and Lee are back with their second-to-last entry in their extended look at sex comedies. This time out they look at 1991's "Ghoulies III: Ghoulies Go to College", and then they review the 1988 remake of Roger Corman's  "Not of This Earth", featuring Traci Lords' very first non-porn performance. Also: listener comments, a round of Movie God, and what they've been watching as of late. Featured Music: "Bestiality" by Ennio Morricone.
01:23:5322/06/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 23: ”The Immoral Mr. Teas” (1959) & ”The Party Animal” (1984).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 23: ”The Immoral Mr. Teas” (1959) & ”The Party Animal” (1984).

Lee and Daniel are finally back to continue our sex comedy series. This time out they taking a look at a film that may very well be the granddaddy of the modern sex comedy in Russ Meyer's "The Immoral Mr. Teas" (1959) and then they check out a real odd-ball from 1984 in "The Party Animal". Also: requests to you the listener for feedback and ideas for the Movie God game, and what we've been watching as of late.  Featured music: "Why Can't I Touch It?" by Buzzcocks
01:17:4015/06/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Intermission #4.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Intermission #4.

Lee is once again flying solo this week for another intermission episode, this time responding to a pair of listener comments, and talking about the buzz around a possible "Big Trouble in Little China" remake, with The Rock in the starring role. He also goes back into his written review archive and spills the beans on what he thought about "Hell Ride" (2008), "The Spirit" (2008), "Aqua Teen Hunger Force Colon Movie Film for Theaters" (2007), and "Snoop Dogg's Hood of Horror" (2006). Featured Music: "The Wild Angels Ballad (Dirge)" by Davie Allan and The Arrows.
25:5707/06/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Intermission #3.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Intermission #3.

Lee flies solo again this week, covering the films "Lone Wolf McQuade" (1983), "Flesh Gordon" (1974), "Flesh Gordon 2" (1990), and he also give his thoughts on the half-hour YouTube sensation from this past week, "Kung Fury" (2015). He also responds to a listener comment and gives a preview of what's coming up when we resume the Sex Comedy series later this month. Featured music: "Skull and Shark" by LazerHawk.
26:2731/05/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Intermission #2.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Intermission #2.

Lee returns again this week, flying solo, with a brief podcast. Covered this week: Listener comments, a reading of two film reviews from Lee's old blog ("The Bleeding" (2009) & "Terror Trap" (2010)), some brief thoughts on "Mad Max: Fury Road", and a request to our viewers for some specific feedback. Featured Music: "Let's All Go to the Lobby" by Jack K. Tillar.
20:3423/05/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Intermission #1.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Intermission #1.

We interrupt our regularly scheduled podcast with this short solocast by Lee. This is just a bit of a buffer until we get back to official episodes that have been postponed due to real life shit like work and leaving the house to do stuff. In this show Lee covers a couple of listener comments, what he's been watching, what's coming up on the podcast and a couple of plugs for podcasts Lee really loves.  Featured music: "Intermission Music" from "Monty Python and the Holy Grail".
23:1817/05/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 22: ”Clerks” (1994), ”Clerks II” (2006), & ”Chasing Amy” (1997).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 22: ”Clerks” (1994), ”Clerks II” (2006), & ”Chasing Amy” (1997).

This time out Lee and Daniel take a sharp detour from the more overt T&A comedies and look into three films that deal with sexual issues on a more serious level (although there's many dick and fart jokes to be had). We look at Kevin Smith's "Clerks" (1994), "Clerks II" (2006), and "Chasing Amy" (1997). Don't expect an in-depth look at all three films, as that would require a much longer podcast. Instead, we just try and break down some of the major sexual themes in each film. Also, we also cover what we've been watching and play yet another round of Movie God. Featured music: "Alive", performed by Joey Lauren Adams.
01:31:0211/05/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 21:  "Busty Cops" (2004) & "The Beach Girls" (1982).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 21: "Busty Cops" (2004) & "The Beach Girls" (1982).

Lee and Daniel return for part four of a spring-long look at sex comedies from various eras. This time out we go straight into a flat-out softcore sex comedy with "Busty Cops" (2004), and then we return to another Crown International Pictures release in 1982's "The Beach Girls". We also play another round of Movie God and Lee briefly talks about seeing "Avengers: Age of Ultron". End music: "California Girls" by David Lee Roth.
01:07:2304/05/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 20:  "The Van" (1977), "Malibu Beach" (1978) and "Van Nuys Blvd." .

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 20: "The Van" (1977), "Malibu Beach" (1978) and "Van Nuys Blvd." .

Lee, Daniel and Paul are all together this time out for our third episode in our extended spring series looking at sex comedies. This time around Lee has chosen three semi-related films released by Crown International Pictures in the mid-to-late 1970s. The films covered are "The Van" (1977), "Malibu Beach" (1978) and "Van Nuys Blvd." (1979). We also play a round of "Movie God" and cover recent viewings/purchases.  Featured music: "Fat Bottomed Girls" by Queen.
01:38:3126/04/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 19: ”The Malibu Bikini Shop” (1986), ”Hot Dog... The Movie” (1984) & ”Hamburger: The Motion Picture” (1986).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 19: ”The Malibu Bikini Shop” (1986), ”Hot Dog... The Movie” (1984) & ”Hamburger: The Motion Picture” (1986).

Lee and Daniel are back for part 2 of our sex comedy series; exploring the value or lack thereof of selected films from the genre. This time out we look at one of Daniel's favourites growing up in "The Malibu Bikini Shop" (1986), and then we move over to two loosely connected films, also from the mid-1980s, in "Hot Dog... The Movie" (1984) and "Hamburger: The Motion Picture" (1986). We also cover two recently deceased character actors in Geoffrey Lewis and Tom Towles; things we've recently watched, and general film nostalgia.  Featured music: "Hamburgers For America" by Jack Turner, performed by Bill Mueller.
01:44:5120/04/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 18:  ”Ski Patrol” (1990), ”Zapped!” (1982) & ”Zapped Again!” (1990).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 18: ”Ski Patrol” (1990), ”Zapped!” (1982) & ”Zapped Again!” (1990).

Daniel and Lee start off an extended series, reviewing sex comedies. Everything from silly titty flicks to films that actually, you know, explore real issues. In this episode we review "Ski Patrol" (1990), "Zapped!" (1982) and "Zapped Again!" (1990). End Music: "She´s Gonna Get It (Zapped Again! Theme)" - Leo Swift.
01:23:3012/04/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 17: Werewolves On Film.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 17: Werewolves On Film.

Lee and Paul discuss Paul's favourite horror film genre: the werewolf movie. While this is by no means a detailed breakdown of the genre as a whole, we do cover several key elements and the best and worst films that come to mind as examples. It's a casual conversation, but it does, at the very least, present a good primer for those looking to jump into werewolf films.  End Music: "Howling Theme" by Steve Parsons and Babel.
01:24:2004/04/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 16: ”Dead Snow” (2009) & ”Dead Snow 2” (2014).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 16: ”Dead Snow” (2009) & ”Dead Snow 2” (2014).

Lee, Daniel & Paul are back again for the fourth and final part of Nazi Zombie Month. This time out they cover Tommy Wirkola's "Dead Snow" and "Dead Snow 2: Red vs. Dead". Also covered: recent viewings and Lance Henriksen.Featured music: "In the Hall of the Mountain King" by Edvard Grieg & "Total Eclipse of the Heart" by Bonnie Tyler.
03:47:5428/03/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 15: "Shock Waves" (1977).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 15: "Shock Waves" (1977).

The whole gang is together for the first time in this episode. Lee, Daniel, and Paul get together for the third episode of Nazi Zombie Month, where they review a film many regard to be the best of the Nazi Zombie film genre in 1977's "Shock Waves", directed by Ken Weiderhorn. They also talk a bit about Julianne Moore, recent purchases, viewings, and some other random stuff.  End Music: "Shock Waves Suite" by Richard Einhorn. It should be noted that at one point in this episode, it's said that John Carradine was a notorious drunk. This was an error on my part. I got some information twisted while doing research, confusing some of his son David Carradine's bio, who was an alcoholic. My apologies. -Lee
04:20:5314/03/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 14: "Oasis of the Zombies" (1982).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 14: "Oasis of the Zombies" (1982).

Lee and Daniel tackle yet another bottom of the barrel Nazi Zombie flick for the second installment of Nazi Zombie Month. This time it's the Jess Franco directed "Oasis of the Zombies" from 1982. Also, we take some time to discuss Nicholas Cage, what we watched recently, and the death of Leonard Nimoy. End Song: "The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins" by Charles Randolph Grean, performed by Leonard Nimoy.
01:08:5907/03/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 13: "Zombie Lake" (1981).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 13: "Zombie Lake" (1981).

Daniel Harper and Lee Russell kick off Nazi Zombie Month with the Jean Rollin "classic". Can a movie with so many naked women be as bad as its reputation would lead one to believe? We also talk a bit about Jack Nicholson, films we've seen recently, and Lee reviews the new John Carpenter album "Lost Themes"."Zombie Lake".John Carpenter's "Lost Themes".End Song: "Ricciolo" by Ennio Morricone.
04:08:3801/03/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 11: Horror Movie Chat.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 11: Horror Movie Chat.

This time out it's two hours of power. Daniel was not available this week so Lee is joined by Paul of PABrewNews, who is a fellow avid horror fan, to finally have a long-planned conversation about more lesser-known horror films they think everyone should see, overrated horror films, newer films that they've taken a liking to, and recent viewings and purchases. This conversation is a slightly edited version of a Google+ Hangout they conducted, so the sound quality might be slightly iffy in a few spots, but not to any extent that it's unlistenable.
06:13:2626/01/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 10: "Beyond the Black Rainbow" (2010).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 10: "Beyond the Black Rainbow" (2010).

In this episode Lee and Daniel review the trippy Canadian sci-fi/horror film "Beyond the Black Rainbow", directed by Panos Cosmatos.
02:19:5111/01/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 9: The Good Things We Watched in 2014 & Listener Comments.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 9: The Good Things We Watched in 2014 & Listener Comments.

In this episode Lee and Dan cover the best films of 2014 -- well, the best films they watched for the first time that year, at least -- and then they dig deep into three weeks worth of listener comments.
05:21:5505/01/2015
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 8: Top 5 Scores and/or Soundtracks.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 8: Top 5 Scores and/or Soundtracks.

Lee Russell and Daniel Harper discuss their favourite film scores and soundtracks. Perhaps you'll discover some suggestions for your future ear orgasms...
03:33:2420/12/2014
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 7: Fave Sci-Fi Films.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 7: Fave Sci-Fi Films.

In this episode Lee Russell and Daniel Harper address listener comments (Lee at one point mistaking William Sadler for William Sanderson) and then go on to give their top 5 picks for Science Fiction films, and then further discussing other films of the genre that we love.
03:38:1515/12/2014
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 6: Top 5 Horrific Recommendations.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 6: Top 5 Horrific Recommendations.

Everyone loves list shows, so here's this podcast's first one! Lee and Daniel give their top 5 lists for horror or horror-related film recommendations. Not to be strictly taken as a "best of" show, as most of the films mentioned stray from that, often just pointing out films we think deserve attention. 
03:00:5806/12/2014
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 5: "Dark City" (1998).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 5: "Dark City" (1998).

Lee Russell and Daniel Harper review Alex Proyas' "Dark City". 
01:48:4205/12/2014
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 4: "The Town That Dreaded Sundown" (1976).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 4: "The Town That Dreaded Sundown" (1976).

Lee Russell and Daniel Harper review Charles B. Pierce's "The Town That Dreaded Sundown".
01:52:2705/12/2014
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 3: "Ravenous" (1999).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 3: "Ravenous" (1999).

Lee Russell and Daniel Harper review Antonia Bird's "Ravenous".
03:05:4005/12/2014
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 2: "Dawn of the Dead" (2004).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 2: "Dawn of the Dead" (2004).

Lee Russell and Daniel Harper review Zack Snyder's "Dawn of the Dead".
03:28:2205/12/2014
They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 1: "Kill List" (2011).

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Episode 1: "Kill List" (2011).

Lee Russell and Daniel Harper review Ben Wheatley's "Kill List" (2011).
01:00:0105/12/2014