Ep. 07-33: The Sentinel (1977)

THE SENTINEL (1977)—A young fashion model, Alison Parker, moves into a Brooklyn brownstone, hoping for a fresh start. But strange neighbors, eerie occurrences, and a reclusive blind priest on the top floor hint at something sinister. As Alison unravels the building’s horrifying secret, she discovers a terrifying connection to her own past. A chilling mix of supernatural horror and psychological torment, The Sentinel (1977) is a nightmarish descent into paranoia, evil, and the gates of Hell itself.

Join us as we stroll the eerie corridors of The Sentinel (1977), a satanic horror film of the late 1970s. We’ll discuss its unsettling atmosphere, unique cast, and how it stacks up against other gateway-to-hell tales. From ghostly figures to religious horror, this film delivers plenty to dissect. Listen, as Johnny Has the Keys moves into a new apartment… only to find that some doors should never be opened, and some neighbors never truly leave.

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Ep. 06-23: Burnt Offerings (1976)

BURNT OFFERINGS (1976)—Ben (Oliver Reed) and Marian Rolf (Karen Black) can’t believe how cheap the rent is at their giant Victorian summer home. However, they soon sense that there’s something peculiar about the place. Marian is strangely obsessed with keeping house. Ben finds himself prone to unusual bursts of anger. Vivacious aunt Elizabeth (Bette Davis) suddenly becomes withdrawn and dies. Could the house be responsible?

Burnt Offerings (1976) is a flawed if not memorable movie (and novel) mainly due to its influence as a pillar in haunted house mythology. Join us as we journey nostalgically, discussing the pros and cons of the film including its director, TV horror giant Dan Curtis, its stellar cast (Oliver Reed, Karen Black, Bette Davis, and Burgess Meredith), and its influence (particularly on Stephen King). Listen, as Johnny Has the Keys lucks into a magnificent summer house rental, where inhabitants are sustenance for its rejuvenation.

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