Writer/Artist Dennis Calero rejoins us to discuss, well, more compare and contrast the 1931 classic Universal monster film, "Dracula." However, Dennis asked that we listen to film with the new 1999 Philip Glass score featuring Kronos Quartet as

Cinemental_131 - The Descent - w/James Ninness (part two)

Oct 31st, 2021 1h 22m

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! IN this second half of our discussion with writer James Ninness, we go spelunking with the ladies of "The Descent", the Neil Marshall-directed film from 2005. Besides being painfully claustrophobic at times, this movie utilizes

Cinemental_130 - Alien - w/James Ninness (part one)

Oct 30th, 2021 1h 46m

Friend of the show, and occasional guest, writer James Ninness joins us this Scare-a-mental month with one of my two favorite films of all-time, "Alien." We dive deeply into why we all think what we do about this sci-fi/horror masterpiece. pret

Cinemental_129 - Mandy - w/Jeff Gomez (part two)

Oct 29th, 2021 1h 4m

In the second half of our discussion with Starlight Runner'd CEO, Jeff Gomez, we watch and assess Panos Cosmatos' "Mandy." A true career pivot for Nic Cage and a powerful film which draws an slight comparison with "From Dusk 'til Dawn"? You bet

Cinemental_128 - The Exorcist - w/Jeff Gomez (part one)

Oct 27th, 2021 1h 29m

After overcoming another lengthy computer issue, we return with the first of a slew of new episodes to help celebrate the Halloween season. First up, our old pal, Jeff Gomez, CEO of Starlight Runner rejoins us with a couple of his favorite horr

Cinemental_126 - Dean Haspiel (part one) - The Exorcist III

Oct 6th, 2021 1h 21m

We are in full-blown 'Scare-A-Mental mode, and will be posting new horror movie episodes all month long. First up, special guest Writer/Artist/Creator Dean Haspiel drops one of the most polarizing sequels of all time into our laps. The second s

Cinemental_113 - Darren Callahan (part two) - Kill Baby Kill

Oct 2nd, 2021 1h 31m

In the second half of our discussion with Writer/Composer/Director Darren Callahan, we chat about the second of two Mario Bava films from the sixties. Despite the bizarre title, "Kill Baby Kill", this one is more gothic in feel and much more re

Cinemental_112 - Darren Callahan (part one) - Blood and Black Lace

Oct 1st, 2021 1h 26m

Well, It's that time of year again. When the leaves change and the autumnal breeze brings a chill down one's spine. That's right, I'm talking about SCARE-A-Mental! Lot's of great horror films to digest this year and spit back out for you to ing

Cinemental_111 - Jerry Ma (part two) - Train to Busan

Sep 20th, 2021 1h 8m

In part 2 of our discussion with Writer/Artist and friend of the show Jerry Ma, we buy a ticket and jump onboard the Korean film, "Train to Busan." Was this film the next evolutionary step for the "zombie film"? Was this just a fortuitous meeti

Cinemental_110 - Jerry Ma (part one) - The Paper Tigers

Sep 18th, 2021 57m 26s

My old pal, writer/artist and entrepreneur Jerry Ma returns to the show, bringing with him a modern kung-fu film with a personal connection. "The Paper Tigers" is an stunning example of what can be done these days with very little budget and a

Cinemental_109 - Scott Klein (part two) - Way of the Dragon

Sep 11th, 2021 1h 16m

We have dealt with some kung-fu movies in our recent past, but this is our first Bruce Lee film. Friend and filmmaker, Scott Klein takes us down "The Way of the Dragon". A film which has no connection with "Enter the Dragon", but has a Dragon-

Cinemental_108 - Scott Klein (part one) - The Karate Kid (‘84)

Sep 10th, 2021 1h 19m

Well, the time has finally come. Friend and filmmaker, Scott Klein returned to Cinemental and he deemed it was time to watch "The Karate Kid." I had never seen it, I know, I know...I'm probably the last person my age on earth who hasn't seen th

Cinemental_107 - Ben Rock (part two) - Leviathan

Sep 8th, 2021 55m 51s

For the second film in his visit with us, Writer/Director/Producer Ben Rock brings us one of the underwater monster films from the Summer of 1989, the one that holds the distinction of having one of, if not THE, greatest movie trailers of all-t

Cinemental_106 - Ben Rock (part one) - Miller‘s Crossing

Sep 7th, 2021 1h 2m

Screenwriter/Director/Producer and all around cinephile Ben Rock returns to Cinemental bringing with him of the single most beautiful films ever shot and one of my all-time favorites, The Coen Brothers' "Miller's Crossing". We enjoy a rare mom

Cinemental_117 - Raymond Benson (part two) - Yellow Submarine

Sep 3rd, 2021 1h 17m

So, after a few days off for some much needed R&R we have returned, revitalized and with a host of new episodes to enrich and enhance your good living. We start off with the 2nd part of or our visit with author/musician/critic Raymond Benson as

Cinemental_116 - Raymond Benson (part one) - Woodstock ('70)

Aug 16th, 2021 1h 14m

It's been 52 years since the state of New York was invaded by an event that drew nearly half a million people and changed music festivals forever. It also introduced the world to some absolutely amazing music. In this anniversary episode featu

Cinemental_103 - Patrick J Kennedy (part two) - Beyond the Valley of the Dolls

Aug 5th, 2021 1h 32m

With enlightened thanks to the amazing Patrick J Kennedy, we have witnessed the cinematic wonderland experience that is Russ Meyer's "Beyond the Valley of the Dolls." Saying this was nothing like what I expected is the understatement of the yea

Cinemental_102 - Patrick J Kennedy (part one) - The Killing of a Chinese Bookie

Aug 3rd, 2021 1h 7m

So, with visiting writer/producer/editor Patrick J Kennedy we dig into yet another John Cassavetes film. This time around, it's "Killing of a Chinese Bookie." The amazing Ben Gazzara leads this one. How will we feel about this second entry into

Cinemental_101 - James Ninness (part two) - 12 Monkeys

Jul 22nd, 2021 1h 43m

In part two of our 100th episode conversation with writer James Ninness, we discuss his follow-up in a pandemic two-fer, Terry Gilliam's "12 Monkeys." Is it perfect? Find out what we think, it's real easy. All you have to do is listen. Enjoy!

Cinemental_100 - James Ninness (part one) - Children of Men

Jul 21st, 2021 1h 29m

Well, boy howdy! We have reached the 100th episode of our show! There are a lot of thanks to pass around here, but I think we'll save that for our FB and Twitter feeds. So, one of favorite guests, making his 4th appearance (!) author/screenwrit

Cinemental_099 - John Siuntres (part two) - Grace of My Heart

Jul 14th, 2021 47m 30s

In part two of our discussion with Chicago radio legend and pop-culture podcaster (Word Balloon podcast), John Siuntres, we jump into a little film called "Grace of my Heart". Alison Anders' quasi-biopic based (loosely) on the life of Carole Ki

Cinemental_098 - John Siuntres (part one) - Point Blank (1967)

Jul 13th, 2021 56m 21s

Epic interviewer John Siuntres, host of the WordBalloon Podcast makes a triumphant return to Cinemental and with him he bears great gifts. The John Boorman film adaptation of the Donald Westlake novel "The Hunter", 1967's Point Blank. Lee Marvi

Cinemental_097 - Alex Segura, jr. (part two) - Dick Tracy

Jun 28th, 2021 44m 42s

In part two of our discussion with Writer Alex Segura jr., we dip our toes into the shallow waters of Warren Beatty's 1990 adaptation of the classic newspaper comic strip featuring the original hard-boiled detective, "Dick Tracy." Showcasing an

Cinemental_096 - Alex Segura, jr. (part one) - The Godfather Part II

Jun 24th, 2021 1h 10m

I know it was you, Fredo. You broke my heart. Author Alex Segura, jr. joins us this episode and brings us one of the all-time great films. Francis Ford Coppola's gangster masterpiece, "The Godfather - Part II." The middle chapter of the Corleon

Cinemental_095 - Bob Fingerman (part two) - Night Train to Terror

Jun 17th, 2021 1h 25m

So, with Writer/Artist Bob Fingerman's visit we got to watch the amazing 70s classic "The Taking of Pelham 1-2-3". And then...we watched this...movie. This anomalous 80's horror entry has a stunningly dubious story. Pieced together from...well,