Prolific DUNE franchise author Brian Herbert, son of DUNE icon Frank Herbert, reflects on the enduring appeal and themes of the complex Sci-Fi series; writing a non-DUNE novel with his father, and more.
The Amazing Stories Behind Fourth Films in Beloved Franchises
I chat with author Mark Edlitz, who explores the fourth entries of film franchises in his new book.
‘George’s Run’: A Trip Inside the Mind of Sci-Fi Writer George Clayton Johnson
My chat with writer/artist Henry Chamberlain, whose new graphic novel details his life-changing meetings with iconic TWIGHT ZONE & STAR TREK writer George Clayton Johnson.
That Time I Transformed Into a Witch for ‘Hansel & Gretel’
It's not every day that you walk into work, only to find yourself sitting in a pro film makeup-effects chair to become a hideous movie witch!
Margot Robbie Redefines the Femme Fatale in the Neon-Noir ‘Terminal’
I went down the rabbit hole with Margot Robbie, Simon Pegg and director Vaughn Stein, talking up their 2018 neon-noir crime-thriller, TERMINAL.
This is the ‘Way’: James Cameron’s Been Making Multiple ‘Avatar’ Sequels At the Same Time
What James Cameron told me about his approach to filming the AVATAR sequels: "Probably the most challenging thing I’ve ever done."
Mohawk Maniac: Vernon Wells Reminisces ‘Road Warrior’
Vernon Wells discusses the origins of his savage ROAD WARRIOR villain and shares behind-the-scenes secrets from one of the most influential post-apocalyptic films ever made.
Guillermo del Toro on His Mad Monster-Fueled Formative Years
Guillermo del Toro explains how monster movies and magazines motivated him to learn English in his early years to become the ultimate Monster Kid.
Days of Future Passed: Richard Benjamin Remembers ‘Westworld’
I chat with Richard Benjamin about the thrill of getting to play cowboy in Michael Crichton's ahead-of-its-time 1973 Sci-Fi classic.
Gamera vs. MST3K: How a Kaiju Franchise Became a Comedy Shell Game
I chatted with MST3K creator Joel Hodgson, who happily reminisced about how Gamera boosted his fledgling cable show with the power of rubber monster comedy.
‘Star Trek’ Model Memories
I miss having model spaceships hanging from my ceiling...
‘Godzilla vs. Kong’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
The epic showdown of the classic kaiju titans is finally here: Are you Team Godzilla, or Team Kong?
Patrick Duffy Resurfaces ‘Man From Atlantis’
MAN FROM ATLANTIS star Patrick Duffy shares fond memories of his short-lived '70s Sci-Fi TV series.
Remembering Saturday Morning Fever!
Do you have fond memories of waking up early on Saturday mornings and carving out a spot in front of your TV?
Harry Hamlin Interview: The Clash Behind ‘Titans’
Harry Hamlin reveals the struggles and triumphs of making the last great Ray Harryhausen movie.
‘Dynamite’ Poster Nostalgia
Remembering the wonderful folded posters from the pages of Dynamite magazine.
The Perennial Holiday Horror of ‘Krampus’
KRAMPUS director Michael Dougherty talks up his candy-coated creature feature and fills our stockings with set secrets.
Terry Gilliam Turns Back ‘Time Bandits’
Director Terry Gilliam shares tales of working with Connery, a Beatle, an untried kid, and the most entertaining band of dwarves ever captured on film.
It’s All in the Reflexes: How the Hero-as-Sidekick Conceit Elevated — and Sank — ‘Big Trouble In Little China’
Why the beloved highly quotable fish-out-of-water supernatural martial arts action-comedy cult classic was big trouble at the box office.
Pandemic Panic: The Influence of Richard Matheson’s ‘I Am Legend’
Contemporary undead, post-apocalyptic and pandemic tales owe a ton of gratitude to Richard Matheson's I AM LEGEND.
Fairuza Defends ‘Return to Oz’: A Dark, Twisted Yellow Brick Road
A time-capsule visit to a very candid 10-year-old Fairuza Balk on the 1984 set of RETURN TO OZ.
The Everlasting Impact of ‘Miracle Mile’
In the summer of 1989, MIRACLE MILE delivered a cinematic sucker punch I'll never forget.
Goodbye Gahan Wilson, Whimsical Creep
My interview with the late, great Gahan Wilson -- the ultimate whimsical creep whose macabre cartoons made so many smile.
Lost & Found: The Unmade Films of Ray Harryhausen and His New Epic Fantasy
Interview: HARRYHAUSEN: THE LOST MOVIES author John Walsh details the amazing unproduced ideas of the stop-motion legend and the planned follow-up to CLASH OF THE TITANS in development.
Christopher Reeve’s ‘Superman IV’ Optimism
How Christopher Reeve called the shots with the best of intentions for SUPERMAN IV: THE QUEST FOR PEACE.
Crush These ‘Conan The Barbarian’ Lobby Cards and Have Them Driven Before You
Cool lobby cards and insights about CONAN THE BARBARIAN, one of my all-time favorite films.
Barry Bostwick, American Badass!
From ROCKY HORROR to MEGAFORCE to FDR: AMERICAN BADASS! Barry Bostwick is a man who knows his way around a cult movie.
Horror Photo-Op Wonderland: Inside ‘I Like Scary Movies’
The ultimate photo-op zone for fans to be immersed in their favorite dark fantasy worlds.
Terry Gilliam and Sarah Polley Remember ‘Baron Munchausen’ Very Differently
The production woes of this epic 1989 fantasy have become the stuff of legend. I speak with Gilliam and Polley to try to settle the dust.
Matinee Spotlight: ‘Mysterious Island’
MYSTERIOUS ISLAND made a serious impact on my kiddie imagination thanks to Ray Harryhausen's fun stop-motion-animated creatures.
The Wonder and Dynamation of Ray Harryhausen’s ‘The 7th Voyage of Sinbad’
My detailed appreciation of Ray Harryhausen's stop-motion spectacular THE 7th VOYAGE OF SINBAD on its 60th anniversary.
The Evolution Will Not be Televised: Superhero Flicks Embrace Inclusion
Spidey-sense tingling! Charting the current growth-spurt of inclusion in the superhero genre.
‘Nightmare Before Christmas’ Director Henry Selick Details Meticulous Nature of Tim Burton Collaboration
My chat with THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS director for the 25th anniversary of the Disney double-holiday classic.
Interview: Ralph Bakshi’s Epic Battle Over ‘The Lord of the Rings’
I had the privilege of chatting with the incredibly candid Ralph Bakshi for the 40th anniversary of his animated masterpiece.
Giant Robot Monster Mash: A Subgenre Appreciation
A collection of some of my favorites of the kaiju subgenre that served as inspiration for Guillermo del Toro's PACIFIC RIM.
Outer Space Belongs to 007: ‘Moonraker’ Lobby Cards
MOONRAKER has a bad reputation among many die-hard Bond fans. That being said, I simply love it.
One Ring to Rule Them All: Ralph Bakshi’s Animated ‘The Lord of the Rings’
An appreciation of Ralph Bakshi's animated THE LORD OF THE RINGS 40 years later, with vintage lobby cards and cool collectibles!
S*T*A*R Team: A Beloved ‘Star Wars’ Knockoff’s Origin & Rebirth
The origins of Ideal's S*T*A*R Team and how one toy company is giving the short-lived toy line new life.
‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
It's a heist film, a love story, a coming-of-age flick, a mentor-protégé study -- and a blast.
A Few Bites with Terry Wolfinger, Mad Monster Artist
Celebrated Famous Monsters cover artist Terry Wolfinger talks about his formative years and reveals the secrets to his commercial art success.