Episode 115 - Ghosts of Mars
Welcome back to your favorite podcast about some of the most notorious cinema bombs of all time. On this week’s episode, we travel back to Carpentar Land and discuss 2001’s sci-fi/western/horror/action film - Ghosts of Mars. This often-requested film marked John Carpentar’s first exit from Hollywood and was both a financial flop and critical failure. Both critics and audience members gave some pretty brutal reviews when it was first released. To assist in the discussion, the gang welcomes back John and Bret. Statistically, Ghosts of Mars is enjoyed by 1 out of 4 people. Will the podcast crew follow as well? Should we even be talking about statistics on a movie podcast? Listen and find out!
Timestamps:
Intro - (1:12), Movies about Mars - (4:00), Box Office Results and Critical Response - (10:21), Movie Guide Review - (12:30), Behind the Camera - (17:54), In Front of the Camera - (21:18), Production and Development - (43:11), Commercial Break - (46:43), Ghosts of Mars Discussion - (48:05), Is it a Bomb? - (92:10), Listenter Feedback - (97:10) and Outro - (109:17)
Ghosts of Mars is directed by John Carpentar and stars Ice Cube, Natasha Henstridge, Jason Statham (Stat-Ham), Pam Grier, Clea DuVall, Joanna Cassidy.
If you want to leave feedback or suggest a movie bomb, please drop us a line at NotABombPod@gmail.com. Also, if you like what you hear, leave a review on Apple Podcast.
And as always, thanks for listening!
Welcome back to your favorite podcast about some of the most notorious cinema bombs of all time. On this week’s episode, we travel back to Carpentar Land and discuss 2001’s sci-fi/western/horror/action film - Ghosts of Mars. This often-requested film marked John Carpentar’s first exit from Hollywood and was both a financial flop and critical failure. Both critics and audience members gave some pretty brutal reviews when it was first released. To assist in the discussion, the gang welcomes back John and Bret. Statistically, Ghosts of Mars is enjoyed by 1 out of 4 people. Will the podcast crew follow as well? Should we even be talking about statistics on a movie podcast? Listen and find out!
Timestamps:
Intro - (1:12), Movies about Mars - (4:00), Box Office Results and Critical Response - (10:21), Movie Guide Review - (12:30), Behind the Camera - (17:54), In Front of the Camera - (21:18), Production and Development - (43:11), Commercial Break - (46:43), Ghosts of Mars Discussion - (48:05), Is it a Bomb? - (92:10), Listenter Feedback - (97:10) and Outro - (109:17)
Ghosts of Mars is directed by John Carpentar and stars Ice Cube, Natasha Henstridge, Jason Statham (Stat-Ham), Pam Grier, Clea DuVall, Joanna Cassidy.
If you want to leave feedback or suggest a movie bomb, please drop us a line at NotABombPod@gmail.com. Also, if you like what you hear, leave a review on Apple Podcast.
And as always, thanks for listening!
Episode 100 - All "The Things"
Welcome to the 100th episode of Not A Bomb! This is the podcast where we reexamine some of the biggest bombs in cinema history and see if these films deserve a second chance. Troy and Brad want to thank all the listeners for supporting the show over these first 100 episodes! All of you have recommended some amazing bombs and given us so much fantastic feedback on these forgotten gems.
For this special episode, the guys decided to tackle a few of the most iconic sci-fi / horror films that are also known for being epic bombs on their initial release (ok, not the first movie, but the other two had a pretty rough theatrical debut). This week, Troy and Brad are discussing 1951’s - The Thing From Another World, 1982’s - The Thing and 2011’s prequel - The Thing.
The guys take a moment to also look back at some of their favorite moments from the first 99 episodes and share some pretty cool feedback from their most loyal listeners.
Timestamps
Intro - (2:06)
100th Episode Discussion - (4:00)
Listener Feedback - (24:54)
The Thing From Another World Discussion- (38:22)
The Thing (2011) Discussion - (01:07:45)
The Thing (1982) Discussion - (01:47:51)
Outro - (02:37:50)
If you want to leave feedback or suggest a movie bomb, please drop us a line at NotABombPod@gmail.com. Also, if you feel like we have earned it, please take a moment to review the podcast anywhere you download the show. It really helps expose the show to new listeners.
Welcome to the 100th episode of Not A Bomb! This is the podcast where we reexamine some of the biggest bombs in cinema history and see if these films deserve a second chance. Troy and Brad want to thank all the listeners for supporting the show over these first 100 episodes! All of you have recommended some amazing bombs and given us so much fantastic feedback on these forgotten gems.
For this special episode, the guys decided to tackle a few of the most iconic sci-fi / horror films that are also known for being epic bombs on their initial release (ok, not the first movie, but the other two had a pretty rough theatrical debut). This week, Troy and Brad are discussing 1951’s - The Thing From Another World, 1982’s - The Thing and 2011’s prequel - The Thing.
The guys take a moment to also look back at some of their favorite moments from the first 99 episodes and share some pretty cool feedback from their most loyal listeners.
Timestamps
Intro - (2:06)
100th Episode Discussion - (4:00)
Listener Feedback - (24:54)
The Thing From Another World Discussion- (38:22)
The Thing (2011) Discussion - (01:07:45)
The Thing (1982) Discussion - (01:47:51)
Outro - (02:37:50)
If you want to leave feedback or suggest a movie bomb, please drop us a line at NotABombPod@gmail.com. Also, if you feel like we have earned it, please take a moment to review the podcast anywhere you download the show. It really helps expose the show to new listeners.
Episode 32 - Memoirs of an Invisible Man
On this week’s listener requested episode, Not A Bomb examines the 1992 dark comedy/science fiction film, Memoirs of an Invisible Man, from legendary director John Carpenter. This critically panned film stars Chevy Chase as the titular invisible man as he struggles to eat food, put on clothes, evade capture from the government, and solidify a relationship with Daryl Hannah. Audiences were not excited about this hybrid film and it was a box office dud!
Troy and Brad could not tackle such a film without the help from their friend and fellow podcaster, Josh, from The VHS Files podcast. The trio find themselves trying to figure out whether a serious, Hitchcock-type film is the right move for Chevy Chase. Ultimately, the guys debate if Memoirs of an Invisible Man deserved to be called a bomb.
Also, this week Not a Bomb is having a giveaway. You could win a copy of “My Year of Chevy: One Guy’s Journey Through the Films of Chevy Chase” by film critic Mike McGrahaghan. To win, just email us your recommendation for a movie bomb (notabombpod@gmail.com). If we pick yours, we’ll send you a copy of this fantastic book. (US Residents only).
If you want to leave feedback or suggest a movie bomb, please drop us a line at NotABombPod@gmail.com. Also, if you like what you hear, leave a review on Apple Podcast.
On this week’s listener requested episode, Not A Bomb examines the 1992 dark comedy/science fiction film, Memoirs of an Invisible Man, from legendary director John Carpenter. This critically panned film stars Chevy Chase as the titular invisible man as he struggles to eat food, put on clothes, evade capture from the government, and solidify a relationship with Daryl Hannah. Audiences were not excited about this hybrid film and it was a box office dud!
Troy and Brad could not tackle such a film without the help from their friend and fellow podcaster, Josh, from The VHS Files podcast. The trio find themselves trying to figure out whether a serious, Hitchcock-type film is the right move for Chevy Chase. Ultimately, the guys debate if Memoirs of an Invisible Man deserved to be called a bomb.
Also, this week Not a Bomb is having a giveaway. You could win a copy of “My Year of Chevy: One Guy’s Journey Through the Films of Chevy Chase” by film critic Mike McGrahaghan. To win, just email us your recommendation for a movie bomb (notabombpod@gmail.com). If we pick yours, we’ll send you a copy of this fantastic book. (US Residents only).
If you want to leave feedback or suggest a movie bomb, please drop us a line at NotABombPod@gmail.com. Also, if you like what you hear, leave a review on Apple Podcast.