The Kenblog: Tribute To Chuck Russell!
Howdy Folks! It’s The Kendog here with a tribute to the late writer/director Chuck Russell, a man responsible for many of my 1980’s cinematic memories as a child. He passed today at the age of 74, but he left behind an impressive body of work! He first came to our attention for penning the underrated sci-fi film “Dreamscape” with Dennis Quaid. A few years later he made his directoral debut with “A NIghtmare On Elm Street 3: The Dream Warriors” considered by many to be the best “Nighmare” movie other than the first. He then did the highly underrated remake of “The Blob” in 1988, but his biggest success came in 1994 when he directed Jim Carrey in the effects-filled comedy “The Mask” He followed that up with Schwarzenegger’s “Eraser” and gave Dwayne Johnson his first starring role in the successful “Scorpion King!” Russell was responsible for some seriously iconic eighties horror and he will definitely be missed! Enjoy the video tribute below! So Sayeth The Kendog!
Radio Daze: Some “Green Hornet” and “The Shadow” For Some Old Radio Thrills!
Howdy Folks! It’s The Kendog here with another episode of Radio Daze! This episode dives into the classic thrillers of the day, with two 1940 episdes of “The Green Hornet” featuring Al Hodge as crusading newspaper editor Britt Reid and his alter-ego, the masked avenger known as the Green Hornet. Alongside his faithful valet Kato, The Green Hornet fights evil criminals and pursues justice in the city’s shadows. It ran from 1936-1952 and was enormously successful! Speaking of shadows, I also have two classic 1938 episodes of “The Shadow” featuring none other than Orson Welles as Lamont Cranston, wealthy socialite who in reality is The Shadow, a specter who can cloud men’s minds so they cannot see him, allowing him to terrorize the criminal underworld! This was also an enormously popular show, running from 1937-1954! Enjoy the dark heroics! So Sayeth The Kendog!
The Dog’s Movie House Dogcast #7
Howdy Folks! It’s The Kendog here with another episode of the Dog’s Movie House Dogcast! This week we pay tribute to the late great Sam Neill with a look at some of his most iconic roles and we have the full, spoiler-free review of Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” starring Matt Damon and Anne Hathaway, among others. Is “The Odyssey” as good as advertised? Listen in and find out! Also have a review of a little known but very good Martial Arts film called “The Furious” starring “Mortal Kombat’s” Joe Taslim! Destined to become a cult classic! Enjoy the Dogcast and feel free to comment either here or on my Facebook Page! So Sayeth The Kendog!
Radio Daze: “The Life Of Riley” And “Duffy’s Tavern” To Tickle Your Old Radio Funny Bone!
Howdy Folks! It’s The Kendog here with another episode of “Radio Daze” This week we’re featuring two episodes each of a couple of classic comedies. First we have two April 1949 episodes of “The Life Of Riley” featuring William Bendix as Chester Riley, a working class father who was the master of the malaprop. His verbal contortions provided most of the shows comedy. Also popular on the show was cast member John Brown who voiced both Riley’s best friend Gillis and the extremely funny Digger O’Dell, The Friendly Undertaker. Next we have a couple of 1943 episdoes of “Duffy’s Tavern” starring Ed Gardener as Archie the bartender. Like Riley, Archie’s linguistic skills bordered on the surreal. The show, which ran from 1941 to 1951 was known for having big guest stars visit the tavern. These two episodes feature Veronica Lake and the legendary Orson Welles. Enjoy! So Sayeth The Kendog!
The Dog’s Movie House Dogcast #6 – “Moana,” “Evil Dead Burn” And The Hulaballoo Over “The Odyssey!”
Howdy Folks! It’s The Kendog here with Episode 6 Of The Dog’s Movie House Dogcast! This week’s edition features reviews of the live-action “Moana” for Disney and the sixth entry into the Evil Dead franchise titled “Evil Dead Burn!” I also talk about Christopher Nolan’s upcoming epic “The Odyssey” featuring a massive cast led by Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, and Robert Pattinson. I talk about the alleged controversies involving casting and dialogue (hint: most of it’s hokum!). Enjoy the show and feel free to comment either here or on my Facebook Page! So Sayeth The Kendog!
Radio Daze: Bogart, Bacall, and High Adventure In “Bold Venture” For Your Old Radio Enjoyment!
Howdy Folks! It’s The Kendog here with another episode of Radio Daze! This time we’re featuring four episodes of a true gem: the thriller series “Bold Venture” starring none other than Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall as a boat captain and his girl in Havana, Cuba. Having worked together in “To Have And Have Not” and “Key Largo” on film, Bogie and Bacall’s chemistry crackles and the storie evoke the romantic adventure of such classic films as “Casablanca” and “The African Queen.” The show only ran from 1951-1952, but it’s a hidden gem that’s a joy to listen to. It’s Bogie and Bacall on the air! So Sayeth The Kendog!
