Ep. 06-40: Dune (2021)

DUNE (2021)—Denis Villeneuve’s epic adaptation of Frank Herbert’s seminal novel, Dune (2021), transports audiences to the desolate desert planet of Arrakis, where conflicting factions battle for control of its most precious resource—spice. As young nobleman Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) grapples with his destiny, he becomes embroiled in a perilous power struggle that spans the cosmos. With breathtaking visuals, a stellar ensemble cast, and a sweeping score by Hans Zimmer, Villeneuve’s Dune delivers a cinematic experience that is both visually stunning and thematically rich.

Join us as we journey to the far reaches of the universe, exploring the intricacies of Herbert’s intricate world-building and Villeneuve’s visionary interpretation. From the vast sand dunes to the political intrigue that drives the narrative, Dune immerses viewers in a sprawling epic that transcends the boundaries of genre. Listen as Johnny Has the Keys dives into this modern sci-fi masterpiece, dissecting its themes of power, destiny, and the indomitable spirit of humanity in the face of adversity.

NOTE: Upon further research, Tim discovered that he is wrong with the pronunciation of Denis Villeneuve and David is right. Tim thought the name was spelled Villeneueve when it is spelled Villeneuve (the e and u in different places). Tim mispronounces the director’s name for the entire episode. Doh!

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Ep. 06-20: Slaughterhouse Five (1972)

From his home in Ilium, N.Y., optometrist Billy Pilgrim (Michael Sacks) narrates how he came to be “unstuck in time.” Kidnapped by aliens and living in comfort with his assigned mate, B-movie starlet Montana Wildhack (Valerie Perrine), Billy experiences the events of his life in random order, flitting between his past as an American prisoner of war in World War II, to his humdrum middle-class life in the present-day, to his future as a zoo curiosity on the planet Tralfamadore.

Welcome to our first visit to the weird, wacky, and wonderful world of beloved humanist author Kurt Vonnegut. Although Slaughterhouse-Five (1972) is not a perfect movie, it still manages to capture the novel’s essence, which is a challenging task considering the difficulty of successfully adapting Vonnegut novels. Join us as we discuss the strengths and weaknesses, including its screenplay, cast, and the marvelous direction of George Roy Hill. Listen as Johnny Has the Keys becomes unstuck in time, traveling through the eyes of Billy Pilgrim and a lifetime of lunacy and love.

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Ep. 06-19: Godzilla a.k.a Gojira (1954)

Ships are sinking. Neighboring islands are being attacked. What if underwater hydrogen bomb testing has awakened a fire-breathing monster from its centuries-long sleep? Enter Godzilla. Tokyo’s only hope is an ominous weapon called the Oxygen Destroyer. But will the talented young scientist who developed it allow such a dangerous weapon to be revealed to the world?

Six seasons in and we’ve finally reached the BIG GUY. Godzilla’s cultural influence is as mammoth as the monster itself, spanning eight decades and over thirty-five sequels, reboots, and re-imaginings. Join us as we discuss the reasons behind the movie’s genesis and why its concept seems forever enduring. Listen as Johnny Has the Keys goes… Wait. What’s that thunderous sound? Head for the hills! Godzilla has risen!

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Ep. 06-18: The Illustrated Man (1969)

In the 1930s, a psychotic drifter who’s after a mystery woman who covered his whole body in illustrations that foresee the future shows three of them (The Veldt, The Long Rain, and The Last Night of the World) to an enchanted traveler.

This is our first venture into the world of Ray Bradbury and our first science fiction anthology. Join us as we discuss the pros and cons of this film, including the screenplay, location, and the terrific cast (playing multiple roles!). Listen, as Johnny Has the Keys meets a mysterious hobo on the road… a tattooed stranger eager to share with us his secrets and perhaps divulge a few of our own.

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