Ep. 08-17: The Amityville Horror (1979)

THE AMITYVILLE HORROR (1979)—Newlyweds George and Kathy Lutz move into their dream home in Amityville, New York, only to discover it hides a horrifying past—one marked by a brutal family murder. As strange occurrences grow increasingly violent, George’s behavior begins to unravel under the house’s sinister influence. Based on alleged true events, The Amityville Horror (1979) fuses domestic drama and supernatural terror with mixed results.

This week, we move into one of horror’s most infamous addresses—The Amityville Horror. Join us as we examine the film’s eerie atmosphere, its claim to “true story” notoriety, and the performances that helped define a generation of haunted house tales. Listen as Johnny Has the Keys explores creaking staircases, spectral voices, and the unshakable dread of realizing your home may have plans of its own.

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Ep. 08-16: The Changeling (1980)

THE CHANGELING (1980)—After losing his wife and daughter in a tragic accident, composer John Russell (George C. Scott) retreats to a historic Seattle mansion to rebuild his life. But the house harbors a dark secret—an unseen presence that communicates through mysterious sounds and violent manifestations. As John investigates, he uncovers a decades-old mystery of greed, murder, and injustice.

Join us as we step into the shadowy halls of The Changeling—a masterclass in mood, mystery, and melancholy. We’ll discuss the film’s elegant direction, chilling sound design, and George C. Scott’s commanding performance that anchors the terror in raw grief. Listen as Johnny Has the Keys follows ghostly knocks through dark corridors and confronts the lingering question—what happens when the past refuses to rest?

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Ep. 08-15: Don’t Look Now (1973)

DON’T LOOK NOW (1973)—After the tragic death of their young daughter, a grieving couple retreats to Venice to heal. But as mysterious events unfold, they become entangled in a chilling mystery involving psychic visions and a dark secret lurking beneath the city’s canals.

Come and wander the labyrinthine canals of Venice with a film that blends mystery, horror, and emotional depth. Join us as we explore the screenplay’s intricate layers, the evocative locations, and the haunting performances that bring this story to life. Listen as Johnny Has the Keys confronts grief and the supernatural… in a setting where nothing is quite what it seems, and the past refuses to stay buried.

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Ep. 08-14: Armageddon (1998)

ARMAGEDDON (1998)—When a massive asteroid threatens to collide with Earth, NASA recruits a team of deep-core drillers led by Harry Stamper to plant a nuclear bomb and save humanity. As the clock ticks down, the crew faces perilous space conditions, personal sacrifices, and a race against time.

Let’s blast off into the world of high-stakes space disaster movies. Join us as we discuss the ups and downs of this film, including the screenplay, the thrilling action set pieces, and the cast that brings heart to the chaos. Listen as Johnny Has the Keys takes on the ultimate countdown, joining the crew of a fearless leader… a rough-around-the-edges hero who proves the true meaning of sacrifice.

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