A group of teenagers must fight for their lives in a mall guarded by malfunctioning killbots!  For this 100th episode of Bad Movie Date Night, Nigel and Kaitlyn decided they needed a chance to redeem their favorite of all the "bad" movies, Chopping Mall, the classic film about malfunctioning robots blowing up heads and chasing down teens in a mall after it closes. This episode is chock full of soapboxes as Nigel discusses how far the podcast has come, the fine line between horror and...

After returning from the grave, a zombie attacks a group of teens trying to enjoy an autumn hayride. What better way to capitalize on one of the most iconic roles ever than to play it again! S. William Hinzman, who played the first zombie in George Romero's Night of the Living Dead, has stepped into the director chair to direct a film featuring himself playing his iconic role from Night of the Living Dead. Tune in this week to hear Nigel and Kaitlyn discuss the similarities between...

After stumbling across a mysterious black disc, an alien private investigator, Lemro, must discover why everyone wants it and what it does.  A film so bizarre it has to be seen to be believed. In this episode, Nigel and Kaitlyn discuss showing vs. telling, the economics of giving away drugs, and alien FBI agents.  You won't want to miss it!  Alien Private Eye Directed by: Vik Rubenfeld Written by: Vik Rubenfeld Starring: Nicholas Hill, Cliff Adudell, John Alexander, Robert Axelrod,...

After experiencing dreams of dying on Alcatraz, Alex and his friends decide to investigate to figure out why he's suddenly having these mysterious dreams, and what secrets is the old prison hiding and what connection do his dreams have with the recent death of a popstar on the island?  With a soundtrack written and performed by Devo, Slaughterhouse Rock is a wild, pseudo-ripoff of A Nightmare on Elm Street with a pop-music twist that needs to be seen to believed. On this episode, Nigel and...

After a rock band is murdered, they are brought back to life with an ancient spell to save a small town from zombie Nazis through the power of rock!  Originally intended as a 20-minute feature within the film American Drive-in, Hard Rock Zombies is a wild example of what low budgets, rock music, and infinite imagination can do for a film. Tune in this week to hear Nigel and Kaitlyn discuss the film's stance on books, small-town life, and the worst evil of all!    Hard Rock...

A group of friends must fight for their lives on an island of Zombies after missing their boat to a rave.  House of the Dead is one of many video game film adaptations by Uwe Boll. Is it any better than his other classics such as Alone in the Dark (2005) or Bloodrayne (2005)? You'll have to tune in to find out!  House of the Dead Directed by: Uwe Boll Written by: Mark A. Altman, Dan Bates, Dave Parker Starring: Jonathan Cherry, Tyron Leitso, Clint Howard, Ona Grauer Don't forget to hit...

In a future 2017, in the midst of the 2nd American Civil War, nightclub owner Barbara Kopetski (AKA Barb Wire) is forced to decide between maintaining her neutrality or supporting a cause she left behind long ago.  Based on a Dark Horse comic of the same name, Barb Wire is one of those late 90s action films that cranks it up to 11 and doesn't back down. This week, Nigel and Kaitlyn discuss their apocalypse nicknames, the effectiveness of show don't tell, and their enthusiastic love of this...

We've finally reached the end of our four-part Leprechaun series, and after this episode, we're happy to say goodbye. Tune in this week to hear Nigel and Kaitlyn admit defeat as they try and figure out Space-Marine contracts, Space-Spiders, Space-Boobs, and Space-Politics.  You won't want to miss this! Leprechaun 4 Directed by: Brian Trenchard-Smith Written by: Dennis A. Pratt Starring: Warwick Davis, Brent Jasmer, Jessica Collins, Guy Siner, Gary Grosman, Rebecca Carlton, Tim...

This week, Nigel and Kaitlyn are talking about Leprechaun 3, the first direct-to-video installment in the Leprechaun series. It's also arguably the best in the series, but that's up to you to decide. In this episode, Nigel and Kaitlyn talk about the effect that video stores had on 80's and 90's horror series, as well as debate which Leprechaun movie is really the best.  You won't want to miss this Leprechaun 3 Directed by: Brian Trenchard-Smith Written by: Dave DuBos Starring:...

This podcast has had some weird episodes before, but none that contain Leprechaun-math!  This week, Nigel and Kaityln discuss Leprechaun 2, the follow-up to the 1993 classic, Leprechaun. In this episode, they try to figure out the mating process and lifecycle of a Leprechaun, the commonality of wrought iron, and the unmade treatment of Leprechaun 3.  Like always, this isn't an episode you're going to want to miss!  Leprechaun 2 Directed by: Rodman Flender Written by: Turi Meyer,...

We're kicking off the month of March with a St. Patrick's Day Horror classic, Leprechaun. Perhaps it is the only St. Patrick's Day Horror movie(A quick Google search shows that is not true). This week Nigel and Kaitlyn delve into the lore of the Leprechaun and decide whether this movie did a good job giving proper representation to our short Irish friends. They also discuss the start of Jennifer Aniston's career since Friends aired the year after this movie was released.   You won't want...

Ooof. This movie was tough to watch.  Tune in to hear Nigel and Kaitlyn struggle to find coherency in Mike Myer's comedy style, and also discuss how comedy works and why comedy seems to be so much more subjective than any other genre.  The Love Guru Directed by: Marco Schnabel Written by: Mike Myers, Graham Gordy Starring: Mike Myers, Jessica Alba, Romany Malco, Justin Timberlake, Verne Troyer, Meagan Good Don't forget to hit that subscribe button!  Support us on Patreon at...

This week, on a very special episode of Bad Movie Date Night, Nigel and Kaitlyn are talking about the recent addition/rewrite to the Texas Chainsaw Massacre series, Texas Chainsaw Massacre. In it, Nigel and Kaitlyn get deep into nostalgia and remakes and discuss whether its better to play it safe or introduce new ideas to a franchise. They also discuss how blatantly this film rips off another recent horror series addition. You won't want to miss it! This might be the first time a brand new...

Happy Valentines Day, Everyone!  This week Nigel and Kaitlyn are talking about Valentine's Day, Garry Marshall's first attempt to cram as many celebrities in a movie as possible with crisscrossing stories. In this case, the whole story is focused on Valentine's Day, the most magical day of the year if you're in love.  In this episode, Kaitlyn plays six degrees of separation with the stories. Is she successful? You'll have to tune in to find out.  Valentine's Date (2010) Directed by:...

This episode gets a little weird. For a sequel of a film that was surprisingly enjoyable, it really does jump the shark. This episode takes a bit to get moving since there isn't a lot to talk about. At one point Nigel starts talking about the 1985 Alien ripoff, Creature. Yeah, it gets weird. But, if you're a completionist (like us) you won't want to miss this episode.  Return to House on Haunted Hill Directed by: Victor Garcia Written by: William Massa  Starring: Amanda Righetti,...

Compared to the original 1953 House of Wax, this remake is an entirely different movie. In fact, some might say it's a remake of an entirely different movie from the 1980s. You'll have to tune in to find out what movie it is.  This week, Nigel and Kaitlyn dive into this remake and evaluate the location of the film, the necessity of Paris Hilton's pregnancy sub-sub-sub plot, the dualism of twins, and the logistics of building a town out of wax.  Just like every week, you won't want to miss...

In preparation for the next Dark Castle Entertainment film, Nigel and Kaitlyn are discussing the 1953 House of Wax. In this episode, Nigel and Kaitlyn talk about the real-life fear Vincent Price faced, a 3D film directed by a man with one eye, and the merits of old timey courtship. This might be the best movie talked about on the podcast. You won't want to miss this!  House of Wax Directed by: André De Toth Written by: Crane Wilbur, Charles Belden Starring: Vincent Price, Frank...

This week, Nigel and Kaitlyn compare and contrast the original William Castle 13 Ghosts with the 2001 remake Thir13en Ghosts. Is the remake any good? Does it do anything better? Or, is this another situation in which the original is superior in every way? You'll have to tune in to find out! Thir13en Ghosts Directed by: Steve Beck Written by: Robb White, Neal Marshall Stevens, Richard D'Ovidio Starring: Tony Shalhoub, Shannon Elizabeth, Embeth Davidtz, Matthew Lillard, F. Murray...

For our first real episode of the year, we're kicking off a William Castle/Dark Castle series with 13 Ghosts. In this episode, Nigel shares about William Castle's PR Genius with his gimmicks like "Emerg-o" and "Illusion-O!" Then Nigel and Kaitlyn discuss the merits of a 1960's horror film in the same vein as gothic horror. You won't want to miss this! 13 Ghosts Directed by: William Castle Written by: Robb White Starring: Charles Herbert, Jo Morrow, Martin Milner, Rosemary DeCamp,...

This week, Nigel and Kaitlyn wanted to switch things up so they opted for a New Year's Eve rom-com movie instead of something in the horror department. Is there a more perfect movie than 2011's New Year's Eve, a film that brings together more actors than there are in Hollywood to tell a story about hope and relationships on the most magical night of the year.  This episode takes a weird turn at the end when Kaitlyn brings up the topic of artistic integrity and Hollywood cash grabs. It's the...

We're wrapping up the year with one more Christmas movie, and what better way to do it than with a Christmas movie about Christmas movies?  It makes sense until you see it.  Tune in to hear Nigel and Kaitlyn discuss fake snow, Christmas wishes, and the existence of Holliday Falls. You won't want to miss this!  A Christmas Movie Christmas  Directed by: Brian Herzlinger Written by: Brant Daugherty, Kimberly Daugherty Starring: Brant Daugherty, Lana McKissack, Kimberly Daugherty, Ryan...

Holly's Holiday tells the story of a girl so obsessed with perfection that the only solution is for her to date a mannequin. How does that turn out for her? You'll have to watch the movie to find out. Did Nigel and Kaitlyn finally find a cheesy Christmas movie they like? You'll have to tune in to find the answer to that question.    Holly's Holiday Directed by: Jim Fall Written by: Justine Coogan Gunn, Andrea Janakas Starring: Claire Coffee, Ryan McPartlin, Gabrielle Dennis, Jeff...

This week sees Nigel and Kaitlyn struggling to talk positively about a Christmas movie. Tune in this week to hear them discuss the inconsistencies in time, how quickly you can fall in love, and Maureen McCormick's Marsha Brady problem.  Naughty & Nice Directed by: Sam Irvin Written by: John Wierick Starring: Haylie Duff, Tilky Jones, Maureen McCormick, Eric Petersen Don't forget to hit that subscribe button!  Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/ajourneyintofilm Want...

A series three years in the making (for this podcast), we're almost sad to come to the end of the Netflix Christmas Prince trilogy. Tune in this week to hear Nigel and Kaitlyn discuss the nonsense that occurs in this wonderful Christmas classic.  A Christmas Prince: The Royal Baby Directed by: John Shultz Written by: Karen Scholar, Nate Atkins Starring: Rose McIver, Ben Lamb, Alice Krige Don't forget to hit that subscribe button!  Support us on Patreon at...