It’s another prior season catch up as Kevin Smith releases possibly his most personal film yet, ‘The 4:30 Movie’!  Smith leads a cavalcade of returning stars as he tells a slightly fictionalized story of how Smith came to be the director he is today, with a heartwarming story of young love. With Jay.  Joins The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo as they return to season 1 of ScreenRun that was all things, and all (mostly) love of Kevin Smith!

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This week, it’s a team-up with ScreenRun and The First Run as The Lady Wan, Chris Scalzo, and Matt Howell suit up and shoot into space one more time for the latest in the Alien franchise, ‘Alien: Romulus’.  Fede Alvarez of ‘Evil Dead’ and ‘Don’t Breathe’ directs the latest foray into deep space terror as a group of desperate people try to scavenge a derelict space station for space parts that will allow them to resettle on a new planet for a better life.  Except something may (is) waiting for them…. A storied franchise with more than its share of highs and lows, how does the latest trip into the space haunted house in space work out this time?  All this and more on the latest episode of ScreenRun and The First Run!

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo wrap up their Body Snatchers season with 2007’s ‘The Invasion’.  It’s the latest adaptation of Jack Finney’s novel, ‘The Body Snatchers’.  It’s been a short, but action packed season. So how does director Oliver Hirschbiegel’s version compare to the others? I mean, we have Nicole Kidman and Daniel Craig for Pete’s sake!  So fire up your favorite device and take a listen to the last episode of Season 4!  Then you can finally sleep…

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Robert ‘The Captain’ Yaniz Jr. of Crooked Table to discuss our latest, and final, franchise detour with Robert Rodriguez’s ‘The Faculty’. Ever feel like your high school is packed with alien parasites that have taken over your teachers? Well, I know I sure have, partner. It’s up to an all-star 90’s cast to save the world!  But is it da bomb, home skillet?  (90’s references)

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This week on ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Darin Lundberg of NostalgiaCast to discuss our first diversion for our Body Snatchers season with the big screen adaptation of Robert Heinlein’s ‘The Puppet Masters’! The recently departed and dearly missed Donald Sutherland stars as Andrew Nivens, head of a secret branch of the CIA tasked to investigate aliens! It’s a b-movie that may or may not be deserving of cult status. Thankfully, there’s a type of body takeover, so there’s no need to worry!

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by the effervescent cohost of The First Run, Matt Howell to discuss Abel Ferrara’s adaptation of the classic sci-fi tale with the 1993 version of ‘Invasion Of The Body Snatchers’!  So how does the third attempt to adapt the material from the legendary indie director, Abel Ferrara stack up against the previous classics? There’s only one way to find out, friends! One way not to fall asleep is to listen to another mostly dynamic episode of ScreenRun!

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On this episode of Screen Run, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Ms. Megan Kearns of Spoilerpiece Theater to discuss Philip Kaufman’s interpretation of Jack Finney’s novel with the 1978 version of ‘Invasion Of The Body Snatchers’. Does it deserve its reputation as one of the best science fiction films of all time? Yeah, of course it does. But it’ll still be a rock solid hour of entertainment listening to Wan, Chris, and Megan breakdown for you. So whatever you do, don’t fall asleep! That’s when the stuff goes down! Stay awake and have blast with us!

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On this season of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo dive into the Body Snatchers (and friends) universe! First up is 1956’s Invasion Of The Body Snatchers. Long considered a classic of the genre, Wan and Chris breakdown the history of the film, its relevance in the 50’s and today, and more!  So let’s dive into a new season of ScreenRun before it’s too late because as you may know, “They’re already here!”

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo wrap up Season 3 of the theatrical releases of Auter John Carpenter. After 18 episodes, it’s all come down to this as The Lady Wan has some hard-hitting questions for Chris as the season comes to a close.  And it’s not just all reminiscing!  They also discuss Carpenter’s first entry in the Masters Of Horror series, ‘Cigarette Burns’. All this and more as we close the curtain on Season 3!

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Paul of The Countdown Podcast to discuss John Carpenter’s final theatrical film (to date), ‘The Ward’.  Amber Heard stars as a woman confined to a mental institution where all is not as it seems.  Also featured in the film are Jared Harris, Danielle Panebaker, and Sydney Sweeney?!?  Is Carpenter’s final film the redemption that ‘Vampires’ should have been? Or we just slowing coasting to a stop?  All this and more in the latest episode of ScreenRun!

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sode NotesOn this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Helen Barletto to discuss John Carpenter’s penultimate film, ‘Ghosts Of Mars’. Having seen Helen express her love for the film online, we thought it best to get someone in its corner for this round.  ‘Ghosts’ has had its share of detractors over the years, with Chris being one of them back in the day.  But can minds be changed? Has Wan discovered her new favorite Carpenter film.  Well, no.  But has it aged like a fine wine after all this time? Listen on, friends and marvel at the wonder that is, ‘John Carpenter’s Ghosts Of Mars’!

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are rejoined by Jason of the great good pirate ship Binge Movies to discuss John Carpenter’s ‘Vampires’. All round general a-hole James Woods stars as vampire slayer Jack Crow, along with the 4th Baldwin brother Daniel in Carpenter’s western/horror/buddy team-up genre picture, ‘Vampires’. A film perfectly built to be Carpenter’s comeback, what worked, what didn’t, and everything else you’ve ever wanted to hear about it is packed into this super-sized episode of ScreenRun!

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Escape From LA, now with fixed audio! On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo, are joined by returning champion Joe Buttice of Reel Spoilers. More accurately, he broke into the studio and demanded to talk about ‘Escape From LA’. After his visit to discuss ‘Escape From New York, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo decide it’s best to just let it ride. It’s usually best to not get on Joe “Snake” Buttice’s bad side…. How does Carpenter’s first true sequel playout? Does Russell still have what it takes for a second go-round with one of his favorite characters? And what’s up with that surfing scene. All that and more on a groovy new episode of ScreenRun. So hang loose moon-doggie!

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Claire of W-Rated Podcast to discuss John Carpenter’s, or perhaps Universal’s remake of ‘Village Of The Damned’.  It’s 1995 and Carpenter defies typecasting bias by bringing in Christopher Reeve, Mark Hamill, and Kirstie Alley to tell his version of those dang weird alien brood.  Focusing this time from the mother’s perspective, is Carpenter able to push past classic studio interference and deliver an entertaining update?   Or are pressures just to difficult to overcome?

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Mr. David Rosen of Piecing It Together pod to discuss what is generally considered John Carpenter’s last great film, “In The Mouth Of Madness’.  Arguments ensue as some on the show struggle to call it good.  Sam Neill stars as a John Trent, an insurance investigator assigned to locate missing horror novelist Sutter Cane.  As Neill gets closer, reality itself starts to unravel.  But don’t worry, this episode stands firmly rooted in reality.  Basically.

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by friend of the show Seannah to discuss yet another film that almost drove John Carpenter out of the industry, and when I say the industry, I mean the business.  It’s ‘Memoirs Of An Invisible Man’!  Chevy Chase and Darryl Hannah star along with Sam Neill in the bomb that may have also derailed Chevy’s career…on purpose…?  It’s action-packed episode won’t disappear from your ears anytime soon!

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Robert Yaniz Jr., superstar host and proprietor of Crooked Table Productions to discuss John Carpenter’s seminal sci-fi political satire wester buddy action comedy, ‘They Live’!  Roddy Piper stars as Nada, the drifter that stumbles upon the greatest secret that we all kinda’ already know.  It’s up to him and his new friend Frank (the always engaging Keith David) to save the world, and stage what is possibly the greatest fight scene in cinema history. So grab your super-secret x-ray specs and prepare yourselves for truths to be revealed in this latest episode of ScreenRun!

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by a bonafide YouTube sensation.  Jeff from Films At Home joins the show to discuss John Carpenter’s ‘Prince Of Darkness’.  The second film in Carpenter’s Apocalypse Trilogy and the continuation of his return to low budget filming since become yet another cult classic.  So why does it work so well after all these years?  And what the heck is Dennis Dunn up to in this movie?  That and a whole bunch more in this latest thrilling episode of ScreenRun!   Note: Click the link to check out Jeff’s review of Scream Factory’s 4k release of Prince Of Darkness!

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Shawn of Cheap Seat Reviews to discuss just one of John Carpenter’s 80’s cult classics, ’Big Trouble In Little China’!  Carpenter reunites with Kurt Russell to bring us the subversive take on the buddy action comedy.  Carpenter had wanted to make a martial arts film for years and provides his own spin on the genre.  Misunderstood at its time, but still very much a product of its time, ‘Big Trouble’ found its audience thanks to home video.  But how do things hold up these 35+ years on? Well, remember what all Jack Burton says, “ScreenRun is back with a new episode and we’re talkin’ to whoever’s listenin’ out there.”

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On this episode of ScreenRun while you enjoy an extra long musical intro, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Megan Kearns of Spoilerpiece Theatre to discuss John Carpenter’s sci-fi romance, ‘Starman’.  A story as old as time, true love sweethearts torn apart by one of their deaths, alien gets shot down, clones body of dead sweetheart, and then takes other sweetheart on a road trip to meet up with his alien buddies, then fall in love.  Carpenter continues his hard left turn out of violent, gory horror.  Does his attempt to spread love, peace, and understanding win over your intrepid hosts? Listen on to find out!

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On this episode of Screen Run, The Lady Wan and Chris are joined by Ms. Lindsay Washburn of The Lindsay Washburn YouTube show and The Bad Movie Night show to discuss everyone’s favorite sentient car not named KITT.  It’s John Carpenter’s ‘Christine’. The car with an attitude that’s itching for a chance to run you down.  After the disappointing returns and negative feedback of the now classic ‘The Thing’, Carpenter dials back the gore and violence for a haunted car movie that’s grown into a cult classic. Right?

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On this episode of Screen Run, The Lady Wan and Chris are joined by Scalzo’s The First Run co-host, Matt Howell to discuss ‘The Thing’. Considered to be John Carpenter’s masterpiece, his reimagining of the original source material was considered a disappointment upon its release in 1982. It has since been recognized as one of the greatest horror films of all time. Does it still hold up? Of course it does.  But it’s still a fun conversation!  

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Joe Buttice of Reel Spoilers to discuss the 80’s classic, ‘Escape From New York’.  Kurt Russell is Snake Plissken, a rogue special ops WWIII hero who’s arrested and pressed into duty to rescue the captured President from within the penal colony that is New York City!  Can Snake rescue President Donald Pleasance in time? Does John Carpenter continue his winning streak? And how many earrings does Lee Van Cleef have anyway? All this and more on another kick-butt episode of ScreenRun (to be read in heavy breathed Snake voice)!

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Darren Lundberg of NostalgiaCast to discuss John Carpenter’s follow-up to ‘Halloween’, ‘The Fog’. The ghost/revenge story of a doomed ship full of ill folks desperate to find a place to settle, and the townsfolk that done them wrong. While the film didn’t repeat the runaway success of his prior film, ‘The Fog’ was a hit and to this day carries a warm, wet, sea-faring affection for its fans and has become a cult classic. 40+ years later, how does this deceptively simple ghost story hold up?

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Shawn of the SIVAKO: Road to Avatar podcast to discuss the seminal slasher, John Carpenter’s classic ‘Halloween’.  Carpenter delivers THE genre-defining slasher with the introduction of Michael Myers and the slaughter of some babysitters.  Were there similar films before? Sure.  But Carpenter and crew define the genre and establish the template that would influence filmmakers and horror fans forever. After all this time though, could all that talk just be hyperbole? (Come on, no.  But it’s a hell of a lot of fun to revisit and discuss this horror classic!)

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris are joined by Jason of the podcasting behemoth, Binge Movies to discuss John Carpenter’s ‘Assault On Precinct 13’.  After a father takes revenge by killing the gang leader that murdered his daughter, he seeks refuge in a police station that’s closing down. It’s up to the remaining staff and a cast of criminals stuck overnight after their transportation broke down during their transfer to a new prison.  Can our heroes, of them reluctant, survive the ‘Assault On Precinct 13’?!?  With Carpenter fully in control of the reigns with a little bit of cash deliver the promise shown in ‘Dark Star’? And how cool a name is Napoleon Wilson anyway?

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Hey there ScreenRun fans!  Chris Scalzo here.  So, funny story.  I messed up the editing of this week’s episode, so unfortunately, we’re going to be delayed a week.  To help ease the pain and make sure you get your Lady Wan fix, I’ve uploaded her guest appearance on my other show, The First Run.  Wan joined me to discuss ‘In The Heights’ and ‘The Lady In The Window’.  We also did a Top 5 focusing on films that could be improved by being a musical.  So enjoy this brief apologetic interlude and we’ll see you next week! As always complaints and commendations can be sent to screenrunfun@gmail.com.

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Welcome back to all you ScreenRun cuties out there!  We’re back for Season 3 featuring the cinematic works of THE John Carpenter.  First out of the gate is his student film turned big screen feature, ‘Dark Star’!  This is where it all began, with friends Dan O’Bannon, Nick Castle, Tommy Lee Wallace and more!  The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo kick off the season with a galactic bang.  Thank you for rejoining us on our latest adventure and be sure to email us at ScreenRunFun@gmail.com!

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Well, hello there!  We’re back for a bonus episode for Season 1 as Kevin Smith returns with ‘Clerks III’!  Smith rounds up basically everyone from the Clerks series for this return to the Quik Stop!  It’s been 28 years since Dante and Randall first appeared on the big screen.  Is there still one more story to tell?  Can you go home again?  And if that wasn’t enough, stay tuned to the end for a big announcement about Season 3!  Snoochie Boochies and all that faithful listeners!

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Season 2 comes to a close with ‘Creature’ from 1985. Not an ‘Alien’ film for sure, but it certainly borrows a bit from the original classic. But does it deserve a reputation as a “cheap knockoff”? Or is there some magic up there in them hills? Or in this case, them there moons of Jupiter? Then your erstwhile hosts, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo wrap things up by revisiting their rankings, choosing a final best film of the franchise, and deciding who gave the best overall performance. There may not be a lot of surprises there, but there’s still a lot of fun!

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On this penultimate episode of Season 2 of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris are joined by David Rosen of the Piecing It Together Podcast to breakdown Ridley Scott’s first direct ‘Alien’ sequel.  Yep, it’s ‘Alien Covenant’, the last film in the franchise (so far). So what happened to Shaw and David? Who are all these new folks? And can Scott recapture the magic of what is considered by many to be a truly classic horror/sci-fi film after all the ambiguity and philosophy of ‘Prometheus’?

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This week on ScreenRun, Chris is nowhere to be found, likely just cataloging all of his unwatched blu-rays, so The Lady Wan is joined by THE Megan Kearns of Spoilerpiece Theatre to discuss Ridley Scott’s grand (or botched?) return to the Alien franchise with ‘Prometheus’.  Stunning visuals, sketchy dialogue, and a director who doesn’t care what you think.  Is the franchise put back on track? Listen on to find out!

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris are joined by Clare of W-Rated to discuss what is consider the nadir of the entire Alien franchise, ‘Alien Vs. Predator: Requiem’.  After last week’s ‘AvP show that broke Chris, can he possibly be mentally prepared for the carnage that is to come?  Or could something miraculous happen?  The franchise offshoot into commercial excess ends mercifully with ‘Requiem’ as Ridley Scott returns for the next outing, but the team still has to get through it first…

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by THE Robert Yaniz Jr. of Crooked Table Productions to discuss the end (or at least the pause) of the Alien franchise as we know it as 20th Century Fox merges two of its most popular (re: financially successful) properties into a can’t miss mega sci-fi action blockbuster!  It’s Alien Vs Predator with your favorites: Aliens and Predators! One of your hosts has fond memories of this film they fear be may destroyed, the other’s re-viewing experience may have finally broke them…

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On this episode of ScreenRun, hosts the Lady-Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by special guest Shawn from CheapSeat Reviews to discuss Alien Resurrection.  We've got love for Winona Ryder, hate for Joss Whedon and everything in between as we discuss the fourth film in the Alien series.  Check out CheapSeat Reviews at https://linktr.ee/Cheapseatreviews and follow them on Twitter @cheapseatcast.

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Jason of Binge Movies to discuss the movie that never was, the audio drama of William Gibson’s script for Alien 3.  If you ever wondered what could happened to Ripley, Hicks, and Newt if they weren’t written out of the final version of the Alien 3 script.  It’s an entirely new experience.  No prison planet, no dog (or ox) xenomorph, no Charles Dutton.  Now you can listen to film that could have been on Audible and listen to your erstwhile hosts break it all down. I-firmative.

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo featuring special guest Sean, discuss ‘Alien3’, and all the chaos that ensued involved in the film’s creation. A controversial film upon its release due to its jettisoning of Hicks and Newt, the first film by one of today’s most revered director, David Fincher has since gained a cult following, though Fincher disowns the project.  Throw in the expanded ‘Assembly Cut’ that allegedly represents Fincher’s intended experience as closely as possible, has that cult status been obtained? All of this and more on the latest episode of ScreenRun!

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On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo continue their odyssey that is the Alien cinematic universe with the second film in the storied franchise, ‘Aliens’.  After the insta-classic that was ‘Alien’, how can you possibly follow it up?  Perhaps a genre switch?  James Cameron talks the helm and chaos ensues. Listen as Wan and Scalzo dive into the troubled production of an action classic.  Does the film still hold up and how does it rank amongst some of Cameron’s other works?  All this and more on the latest episode of ScreenRun!

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The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are back for another season of ScreenRun!  On this season, your erstwhile hosts travel deep into space, with a couple pitstops back on Earth as they explore the ‘Alien’ film series.  First up, of course, is the granddaddy of them all, Ridley Scott’s ‘Alien’.  The film that made Sigourney Weaver as star and launched a billion-dollar franchise. It all began with a haunted house movie in space. Join The Lady Wan and Chris on their journey through the terrifying cosmos on Season 2 of ScreenRun, all you little xenomorphs!

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Welcome back! The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo return for Season 2 of ScreenRun to discuss one of the more beloved sci-fi horror franchises of all time. Good and Bad. It's all Alien!

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The end of Season 1 is here. The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo have completed their review of the films of Kevin Smith.  The season is wrapped with a discussion of the Tonight Show short, ‘The Flying Car’.  Dante and Randall united for this brief entry in the View Askew universe to discuss the philosophical question, what would you be willing to give up for the magical wonder that is, the flying car.  Then it’s wrap up time.  What were the best films of the season?  What was the best gag?  Reference?  And more!  Join us for one last trip to the Quick Stop.

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Can you go home again? And can you go on a cross-country road trip again to stop a movie from being made about you ... again? The Lady-Wan and Chris answer these questions as they reach the end (for now) of Kevin Smith's feature-length filmography. It's time, folks, for Jay & Silent Bob Reboot. 

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And you thought last week was sketchy.  We’re closing in on the end of the first season of ScreenRun as The Lady Wan and Chris discuss the penultimate film (at the moment) in Kevin Smith repertoire, ‘Yoga Hosers’.  Smith project of love to finally get braut-made Nazi’s, along with his daughter and her best friend, their big screen debuts.  Filled with a cameos from old and new friends, how does ‘Yoga Hosers’ stack up against the rest of the director’s work?  Tune in to find out.

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Here we are.  Possibly the most controversial film in Kevin Smith’s canon.  ‘Tusk’ is here.  Justin Long stars with Genesis Rodriguez, Haley Joel Osment, and an off the chain Michael Parks in this horror comedy.  And never forget that crazy surprise star.  Can ‘Tusk’ possibly live up to its reputation, whatever you think the film’s reputation is.  Join us for a little peek behind the creepy curtain of Kevin Smith’s mind.

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This week on ScreenRun, The Lady-Wan and Chris Scalzo continue their adventures through the works of Kevin Smith with ‘Red State’.  This time, Smith spins a tale of horror centered around a cult that has taken hostages and are preparing for the end times.  John Goodman plays the FBI agent tasked with negotiating with the cult, while madness descends around them all.  Or does it?  Does Smith’s first foray into the horror genre deliver the scares the concept promises?  Is this a sign of things to come?  And is that a good thing?   PS. Check out the original Red State ending via the magic of animation!   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtXEtwAVgEc

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This week on ScreenRun, the Lady-Wan and Chris discuss ‘Cop Out’, Kevin Smith's buddy cop action comedy starring Bruce Willis and Tracy Morgan. Smith famously described the production of this movie as "soul crushing," but how does it fare to watch more than 10 years later? Smith was once called "the next Scorsese" ... we dive into that comparison. Plus, Chris shares his love of Bruce Willis and appreciation for his musical sensibilities.

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This week on ScreenRun, the fractures continue between The Lady-Wan and Chris as they revisit the film that was supposed to break Kevin Smith into the mainstream.  And didn’t.  That’s right, it’s ‘Zack & Miri Make A Porno’!  The wholesome, filthy comedy about love, friendship, hardship, and super-hot Star Wars themed porn.  So what happened?  And can Wan and Chris possibly reconcile their differences?

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This week on ScreenRun, the Lady-Wan and Chris Scalzo find themselves at odds discussing Clerks 2. We’re back to where it all began, sort of, with Dante & Randall and Jay & Bob, this time working and loitering at Mooby’s. Have our titular Clerks grown up? Has Smith as a writer and director? Let’s discuss.

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This week on ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo tackle the first film outside of the View Askew universe.  That’s right, it’s ‘Jersey Girl’!  We couldn’t have planned it better as Hollywood is being rocked the potential reunion of J-Lo and Ben Affleck.  Could Bennifer truly live?  Some think that the whole Bennifer/Gigli thing torpedoed the film, but was it a disaster for before the public’s heal turn against one of the truly ‘It’ couples of the past 30 years?  And how does Smith balance the pathos and dick jokes?  Is ‘Jersey Girl’ an unsung, misunderstood triumph for Kevin Smith?  Or were we all correct the first time?  Listen on to find out…

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This week on ScreenRun, the fallout of the events in Dogma are quickly forgotten, minus the occasional reference to Alanis Morrissette, as ‘Jay And Silent Bob Strike Back’! The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo discuss the 5th film in Kevin Smith’s oeuvre.  This time, our heroes take center stage as they traverse the country in an attempt to get to Hollywood in order to stop the film adaptation of their beloved comic book characters, ‘Bluntman and Chronic’.  Can they get there in time to stop Jason Biggs and Dawson from ruining their legacy?  Do hijinks and hilarity ensue?  Or will the journey be their true reward?  And does the ultimate fan service fil (at the time) delivery enough dick and fart jokes to keep the faithful entertained?  This and so much more as we continue our journey through the works of Kevin Smith!

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This week on ScreenRun, with such a potentially heavy subject matter rife with d!ck jokes, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo may want to consult their favorite religious texts.  That’s right, our journey through the works of Kevin Smith continues with ‘Dogma’.  Jay and Silent Bob are joined by a motley cast of ruffians, featuring the Voice of God, the Lost Apostle, a couple muses, and a sh!t demon.  Can Smith’s attempt to mine his deeply held religious beliefs for raunchy humor possibly payoff with big laughs and just a dusting of protest?

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This week on ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo decided to draw up plans to discuss Kevin Smith’s ‘Chasing Amy’.  At one point in his life, ‘Chasing Amy’ was Chris’ favorite film.  No, seriously.  All will be explained.  But could it reclaim its crown upon our re-watch?  Calm down, no.  The director’s first foray into more adult-themed fare. How does Smith equate himself by tackling one of the more daring love triangles of its time?  Our journey through the works of Kevin Smith continues…

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This week on ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris decide to check out THE place to hang in the 90’s, the mall.  That’s right! Our journey through the works of Kevin Smith continues with ‘Mallrats’.  Smith’s follow up to ‘Clerks’ was considered a disappointment by critics, its box office returns, and Chris as well.  But The Lady Wan has found memories of Brody, TS, Brandi, Rene, and the rest of the gang.  Even the guy that likes to do it in uncomfortable places.  So it’s been years.  Could attitudes have changed on either, or both, ends?  Is ‘Mallrats’ a cult classic after all?  It is the birth of “snootchie bootchies”, so it’s got that going for it, which is nice.  So light ‘em up, take your comics out of their secure plastic bags, and settle in for the second episode of ScreenRun. Notes go here

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Welcome to ScreenRun, the movie podcast that focus each season on one particular director, actor, series, or whatever strained subjects your erstwhile hosts can come up with. The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo kick off the inaugural season with the works of Kevin Smith. First up, is Smith’s wrecking ball of a film that blew up the indie scene back in 1994, ‘Clerks’. It’s been 27 years since the film was released, bewitching fans of filthy comedies of which The Lady Wan and Chris count themselves. But how have those intervening years treated the once shocking comedy? Listen on true believers and experience the first episode of ScreenRun. So again, welcome all of you film podcast cuties! Tell a friend! And join us on our tour of Mr. Kevin Smith’s oeuvre.

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