Ep. 07-28: What Ever Happened to Baby Jane (1962) & Hush… Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964)

In What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962), faded child star Baby Jane Hudson cares for her wheelchair-bound sister, Blanche, a former movie star herself. Trapped in their decaying Hollywood mansion, their relationship devolves into psychological torment as Jane’s jealousy and guilt spiral into cruelty. As secrets about their shared past emerge, the lines between victim and villain blur in this chilling, claustrophobic tale of sibling rivalry, madness, and revenge.

In Hush… Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964), reclusive Southern belle Charlotte Hollis lives in her decaying plantation home, haunted by the grisly murder of her lover decades earlier. As she faces eviction, Charlotte’s cousin Miriam arrives to assist, but old secrets resurface, and her mental stability unravels. Suspense builds as betrayal, greed, and revenge intertwine in this Gothic psychological thriller, delivering twists, eerie atmosphere, and chilling performances that keep viewers guessing until the shocking finale.

Join us as we delve into the world of psychological suspense with What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962) and Hush… Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964). We’ll unpack the haunting dynamics of sibling rivalry, explore Gothic Southern charm, and celebrate the iconic performances of Bette Davis, Joan Crawford, and many others. Listen as Johnny Has the Keys ventures into shadowy mansions and twisted minds, uncovering buried secrets and unraveling the threads of two unforgettable tales of madness and revenge.

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Ep. 07-19: Shadow of a Doubt (1943)

SHADOW OF A DOUBT (1943), directed by Alfred Hitchcock, follows young Charlie (Teresa Wright), whose excitement about her Uncle Charlie’s (Joseph Cotten) visit turns to unease when she suspects he may be hiding a dark secret. Set in a tranquil California town, the film builds tension as Charlie pieces together unsettling clues about her beloved uncle’s past. Hitchcock masterfully weaves suspense and familial conflict, creating a chilling tale of innocence overshadowed by sinister truths.

Step into the suspenseful world of Shadow of a Doubt (1943), Alfred Hitchcock’s exploration of small-town charm hiding sinister secrets. Join us as we unpack the film’s pros and cons, including its tight script, tranquil setting, and Joseph Cotten’s killer performance. Listen as Johnny Has the Keys ventures into this tale of familial trust and deception, where the seemingly ordinary can conceal the chilling truths that make Hitchcock the master of suspense.

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Ep. 05-04: The Abominable Dr. Phibes (1971) & Dr. Phibes Rises Again (1972)

The Abominable Dr. Phibes (1971)—In a desperate attempt to reach his ill wife, organist Anton Phibes (Vincent Price) is horrifically disfigured in a car accident and presumed dead. Upon learning his wife has died, Phibes blames her surgeons and plots an act of elaborate revenge to punish them. With the help of his mute assistant, Vulnavia (Virginia North), Phibes murders the doctors one by one using bizarre methods inspired by the biblical plagues.

Dr. Phibes Rises Again (1972)—The sinister Dr. Phibes (Vincent Price) has returned, determined to resurrect his deceased wife. Assisted by the beautiful Vulnavia (Valli Kemp), Phibes must retrieve a set of ancient scrolls to do so. The thief of the scrolls is Darius Biederbeck (Robert Quarry), an explorer and foe who also seeks immortality. Biederbeck travels to Egypt and Phibes follows, plotting the deaths of Biederbeck’s crew, making sure they are disposed of in unusual and gory ways.

05-04 THE ABOMINABLE DR. PHIBES

In our first of five double-features this season, we cover these two chestnuts from the glory days of AIP (American International Pictures) and the deliciously campy Vincent Price. Join us as we reminisce about our initial encounters with these incredibly unique films and their overall place in the canon of horror classics. Listen as Johnny Has the Keys seeks retribution for those who have done us wrong, choreographing vengeance methods of biblical proportions alongside a dollop of fresh cheese.

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