Ep. 06-28: Logan’s Run (1976)

LOGAN’S RUN (1976)—In the year 2274, society lives an idyllic, hedonistic lifestyle within the protective confines of a domed city. The belief is—when people turn 30, they are reincarnated for another blissful life cycle. Those who know the darker truth become runners and flee to a hidden sanctuary. When law enforcement officer Logan goes undercover to locate the refuge, he winds up instead trying to start a revolution with another runner, Jessica.

Welcome to our third Listener/Viewer request episode (thanks to Buck Allum for the suggestion!). The idea of Logan’s Run (1976) is a unique and grand concept. The film, unfortunately, is a little mired by its limitations and execution. Join us as we discuss the good and bad, including its cast, special effects, and screenplay. Listen, as Johnny Has the Keys flees from the sandmen, hoping to reach sanctuary and a life beyond thirty years.

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Ep. 06-27: The Block Island Sound (2020)

THE BLOCK ISLAND SOUND (2020)—Something lurks off the coast of Block Island, an ominous force that begins killing wildlife. It silently influences the behavior of fisherman, Tom Lynch. After offering sacrifices to the mysterious entity, he unknowingly puts his family in grave danger.

The Block Island Sound (2020) is not for everyone. It’s a slow-burn horror film, light on the viscera, and heavy on atmosphere, mood, and dread. Join us as we discuss the pros and cons of that approach, including the directors, cast, and screenplay. Listen, as Johnny Has the Keys sets sail into the unknown depths of cosmic horror.

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Ep. 06-26: The Adventures of Buckaroo Bonzai Across the 8th Dimension (1984)

THE ADVENTURES OF BUCKAROO BONZAI ACROSS THE 8TH DIMENSION (1984) follows the multi-talented Buckaroo Banzai, a rock musician, neurosurgeon, and physicist, as he battles the evil Red Lectroids from Planet 10. Buckaroo invents a device that allows him to travel through solid matter, inadvertently discovering a plot by the Lectroids to conquer Earth. With his team, the Hong Kong Cavaliers, Buckaroo must stop the Lectroids and their human collaborators, the Black Lectroids.

Perplexed? Us too. The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension (1984) stands out as a peculiar anomaly in 1980s sci-fi cinema. Join us as we delve into the reasons behind the film’s shortcomings, despite boasting an exceptionally talented cast. Listen, as Johnny Has the Keys journeys into the enigmatic 8th dimension, where the narrative is disjointed, the indulgence is palpable, and the confusion reigns supreme.

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Ep. 06-25: Demons (1985)

DEMONS (1985)—A new theatre is opening, and people are hand-selected to attend a horror film. When a young woman tries on a mask from a display in the theater lobby, it cuts her face, causing her to transform into a demon. She then bites others and they turn into demons. Slowly, the entire theatre is mayhem, and only a few will survive.

Welcome to the world of Lamberto Bava, son of the great Italian director Mario Bava. Demons (1985) is an odd mishmash of gore, heavy metal, bad dubbing, jump scares, and occasional logic. Join us, as we discuss the myriad reasons this film doesn’t work but is still a fun ride, warranting multiple viewings and garnering the title “party film.” Listen, as Johnny Has the Keys, attends a movie premiere, where murderous monsters stalk the aisles, and soon THE WORLD!

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