The Devil and Miss Mindy

Raising Arizona

thedevilandmissmindy — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 21:18:49 +0000

“Son, you’ve got a panty on your head!” It’s time for some new DaMM folks! This week, Mindy and Mark, discuss the hilarious Coen Brothers flick,Raising Arizona. Come join us for some jailbreaking, law defying good times!

Mindy talks about the awesometastic, Big Bang Theory, Season 2, and, Mark discusses Trick ‘R Treat, and Orphan.

We also read some listener mail, sent by the lovely Mekster!

ALSO, THIS EPISODE HAS NO SPOILER WARNING!

[Rec] vs. Quarantine

thedevilandmissmindy — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 01:59:27 +0000

Rounding up the Month of Horrors were take to task two films, both alike in nature, but one (the original) is better than its remake. These films are [Rec], the 2006 film by Juame Balaguero and Paco Plaza, and Quarantine, the 2008 America remake by John Eric Dowdle.

Both films follow the host of While You Were Sleeping and her cameraman as they follow a squad of firefighters. The squad is called to assist with an injured old woman, but find themselves stuck inside of an apartment complex that is being terrorized by the unknown.

It’s the differences that make and break the films. What are they? Well, listen to find out.

Mark and Mindy also briefly discuss the Doctor Who spinoff Torchwood and a documentary about the audition process for 42nd Street.

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The Devils Backbone

thedevilandmissmindy — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 16:33:20 +0000

Third week in our spooktacular Horror Film fest: It’s back to another orphange in good ol España folks! This week, Mindy and Mark discuss the awesometastic, 2001 Guillermo Del Toro film, The Devils Backbone (El espinazo del diablo). (About DaMM time we got to a Del Toro film!)

We also read an email from Trapperjohn, who chimes in about more zombie love.

If you would like to comment on the show, do so here or email thedevilandmissmindy@gmail.com. You can also follow us on Twitter at DaMM_U for show information.

Freaks

thedevilandmissmindy — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 19:29:27 +0000

As Mark and Mindy get halfway through the month of horrors, they tackle one of Mindy’s favorite films - Tod Browning’s 1932 masterpiece Freaks. The film follows a group of circus sideshow performers who just want to be accepted as normal. When a vindictive trapeze artist and her strongman lover try to take advantage of the sideshow performers, the group decides to fight back.

The episode also features a fun-filled discussion of the new film Zombieland, which both Mark and Mindy absolutely love! Check it and Freaks out today!

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The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari

thedevilandmissmindy — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:21:02 +0000

We continue our month long tribute to horror flicks, with a trip to the past, as we discuss the 1920 classic silent film, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari. This is a movie that clearly influenced many a director for years after it’s debut.

Mark talks briefly about Zombieland, and Paranormal Activity. Mindy talks about the awesometastic Toy Story 1 and 2, in 3D.

Also, here is the link that Ori Studfarm provided for us: Unseen Screen.

Hatchet

thedevilandmissmindy — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 16:40:37 +0000

The greatest month of all the year (in Mindy’s opinion, at least) kicks off with a great little horror comedy from 2004, called Hatchet.

This delightful romp follows a group of tourists on a ghostly swamp tour outside of New Orleans. Unfortunately, the ghost is all too real, and the group finds themselves running for their lives. The gore is a bit over the top, but it’s so fun and far-fetched, you don’t even mind.

Plus, after the show, Mark talks a little Sunshine Cleaning, and Mindy dishes on season 6 of Scrubs.

Hatchet is the first in our Month of Horrors, and we hope you enjoy the spooky month of films we have in store for you. If you’d like to comment on this or any other shows - or send us your own list of horror classics we should check out - email thedevilandmissmindy@gmail.com. Also, if you’re not already, don’t forget to follow us on Twitter - DaMM_U.

ZOMBIES!!!!!

thedevilandmissmindy — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 05:58:52 +0000

We’re back, and this time we help Mindy celebrate her birthday by talking about the horror movie monsters she loves most: Zombies!!! We are joined by friends from all over the globe this time around: Mary(Mekka), Jonathan(onewild), Steve(ToeandNo). Lee(Cartbozman), and John(Trapperjohn210). We go over the classic Night of the Living Dead, the new Dawn of the Dead, Shaun of the Dead, and Return of the Living Dead. We are also joined by some very extra special guests at the end of the show, so keep listening after we say our goodbyes!

Also, here’s a link to the video Mindy talks about towards the end of the show:Re:Your Brains

The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

thedevilandmissmindy — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 02:23:15 +0000

Special guest Joseph (Ultact on the interwebs) introduces Mindy and reintroduces Mark to the 1994 Australian comedy The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.

Priscilla follows two drag queens and a transsexual who travel across Australia on their way to a performance in a small resort town. The film features fantastic performances from Hugo Weaving, Guy Pearce and Terence Stamp. Woven into the earthy color of the Australian outback are beautiful, vibrant costumes, which garnered the film an Oscar for costume design.

The group also talk briefly about Joss Whedon’s Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog, the British horror-comedy Psychoville, the Paris Hilton horror Repo! The Genetic Opera and The Wackness.

If you want to comment or have any awesome ideas for future episodes, as Joseph did, please email us at thedevilandmissmindy@gmail.com or comment here. Follow us on Twitter at DaMM_U for any news about the show.

Enjoy!

October Sky

thedevilandmissmindy — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 15:32:21 +0000

Join us this week as Mark and Mindy discuss the 1999 film, October Sky. directed by Joe Johnston. This movie stars Chris Cooper, Laura Dern, and Jake Gyllenhaal. It’s the true story of Homer Hickam Jr., and is based on the book he wrote, called Rocket Boys. Homer longs for something more than life in a mining town can offer. One night in October, he and the people of his town see Sputnik fly overhead, and nothing is ever the same after that. So join us for some great performances, and cool tunes of an era gone by. Along the way, we experience some audio problems that actually turn out hilarious! Thank you, mute button, and Neveah!

We also go over some listener mail, discuss District 9, and Inglourious Basterds.

Episode #30 - Adam’s Rib

thedevilandmissmindy — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 01:50:51 +0000

This week, Mindy’s favorite Hollywood couple reunites to bring George Cukor’s 1949 film Adam’s Rib to life.

Adam’s Rib, inspired by a true court case, has couple Adam and Amanda Bonner (Spencer Tracy and Katharine Hepburn respectively) squaring off in the courtroom with Amanda defending Doris Attinger (Judy Holliday) and Adam on the side of Doris’ cheating husband, Warren (Tom Ewell). The tension from the courtroom bleeds into the Bonner’s personal lives creating a dramatic, yet humorous tale that is relevant to this very day.

Also, Mark and MIndy discuss the new films District 9 and Inglourious Basterds.

The Frighteners

thedevilandmissmindy — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 02:04:02 +0000

This week, we talk about a favorite film, Peter Jackson’s The Frighteners from 1996.

We talk all sorts of trivia on this film, which stars Michael J. Fox, Trini Alvarado, Peter Dobson, John Astin, Chi McBride, Jake Busey, Dee Wallace, R. Lee Ermy and the incredible Jeffrey Combs.

Fox plays Frank Bannister, a psychic who turns from scamming local residents to trying to save them once the Grim Reaper sets its sights upon his town. Bannister, along with Dr. Lucy Lynskey (Alvarado), work to unearth who is behind a series of killings all the while trying to stay away from creepy FBI Agent Milton Dammers (Combs).

In addition, we briefly touch upon Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist.

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John Hughes Special

thedevilandmissmindy — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 15:28:41 +0000

This week Mark and Mindy talk about one of their favorite writer/directors, that passed away very recently. That’s right folks, this one’s about John Hughes. We discuss National Lampoon’s Vacation, Sixteen Candles, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, The Great Outdoors, Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, and many other favorites! Take a trip down memory lane with us, as we talk about what made the movies he helped make, so special.

Mindy also discusses the hilarious Pineapple Express, and Mark talks about his recent trip to the cinema to see The Hurt Locker.

Night Watch

thedevilandmissmindy — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:10:30 +0000

So Mindy’s twisting of Mark’s arm finally paid off, and they are reviewing one of her new favorite films, the 2004 Russian film Nochny Dozor “Night Watch.” (Although the show probably should be called “Mindy Gushes for an Hour.”)

The duo talk about this film, which follows Anton and his induction into the Night Watch and his first assignment after his training. During his first assignment, he nearly gets himself killed, pisses off a vampire and the entire Day Watch and makes friends with an owl…all while trying to save the world from a destructive vortex.

In her gushing, Mindy also talks about the film’s sequel, Day Watch, as well.

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Harry Potter and The Prisoner of Azkaban

thedevilandmissmindy — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:38:45 +0000

SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES!!! This week Mark and Mindy find a hidden platform, that takes them to a special school by the name of..HOGWARTS!!! That’s right folks, this week we are doing Harry Potter and The Prisoner of Azkaban ! This film is directed by the awesometastic Alfonso Cuaron. The music is by John Williams. The film stars are: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Robbie Coltrane, Gary Oldman, Michael Gambon, Maggie Smith, Emma Thompson, David Thewlis, Maggie Smith, and of course, Alan Rickman.

This movie follows the adventures of young Harry during his third year at Hogwarts. It’s based on the book by J.K. Rowling, and takes us deeper and deeper into the wizarding world, and reveals some secrets about Harry’s past.

We also discuss Role Models, and Wanted.

We are also joined by two very special guests at the end of the show, so keep listening after Mark and Mindy have finished yapping away!!

Rear Window

thedevilandmissmindy — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 21:11:47 +0000

For our super special 25th episode, Mark and Mindy decided to take on one of their favorite classics: Alfred Hitchcock’s 1954 film Rear Window.

This cinematic gem features Jimmy Stewart, Grace Kelly and Raymond Burr in a story that shows why you shouldn’t spy upon your neighbors. After breaking his leg in a photography accident, L.B. “Jeff” Jeffries (Stewart) finds himself intangled in the lives of his neighbors as his only form of entertainment is voyerism. Jeff and his girlfriend, Lisa Fremont (Kelly), begin to wonder if the disappearance of the wife of neighbor Lars Thorwald (Burr) has more sinister origins.

In discussing this film, Mark and Mindy talk about Hitchcock’s legendary appeal as the “Master of Suspense” and what their favorite films are.

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28 Days/Weeks Later

thedevilandmissmindy — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 03:14:06 +0000

Join Mark and Mindy as they fight off the Rage Virus this week as they talk about the 2002 Danny Boyle film, 28 Days Later and the 2007 Juan Carlos Fresnadillo sequel 28 Weeks Later .

Also Mindy talks about Hatchet , Popcorn , and Munich.

Valkyrie

thedevilandmissmindy — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:52:49 +0000

This week Mark and Mindy take on the 2008 Oscar-nominated film Valkyrie, starring Tom Cruise, Kenneth Branaugh, Bill Nighy, Tom Wilkenson and (Mindy’s crush) Eddie Izzard.

Valkyrie follows the infamous July 20 Plot, in which a group of German soldiers, politicians and business men tried to assassinate Hitler and overthrow his regime.

Mark and Mindy are somewhat divided over this film, but that doesn’t stop the show from being entertaining and enlightening. Plus, you can also hear what Mindy thought about Drag Me to Hell and how Mark feels about Hoosiers.

Finally, we read listener mail from Mary (aka Mekka), Jakob and Jamie (aka thenewgroove). Enjoy!

UP

thedevilandmissmindy — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 19:18:07 +0000

This week Mark and Mindy reach new heights with Pixar’s UP! Come join us as we soar the skies, meet a mythical bird, and converse with a dog!!!

Son of Rambow

thedevilandmissmindy — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:11:40 +0000

Have your heartstrings pulled in this sweet little comedy. Mark and Mindy walk you through the fun and very touching moments. Also, at the end, you’ll hear what Mindy really thinks about last week’s film, Adaptation. Enjoy!

Adaptation

thedevilandmissmindy — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 15:16:35 +0000

This week Mark learns to adapt to not having his partner in crime around, and gets help from a very special guest from across the pond, ROB!!! Adaptation is the movie this week folks! Hope you enjoy the discussion. This episode is very SPOILERIFFIC from the get go!