On this episode of Out of Theaters, Will and Billy debate the merits of “Cat People,” discuss the shadowy direction of Jacques Tourneur and examine Lewton’s spooky legacy. Plus, Will sings the praises of “Dolemite Is My Name” and Billy looks forward to “Doctor Sleep.”
The Birds
On this episode of Out of Theaters, Will and Billy debate the merits of Hitchcock’s environmental nightmare, enduring the slow spots and praising the high points. They also discuss some other Hitchcock films and reveal the real world connection between “The Birds” and “Shadow of a Doubt.”
The Fly
“The Fly” isn’t just a great horror movie. It’s also a powerful love story, a smart science-fiction tale, an incisive metaphor for disease, a dark romantic comedy and, last but not least, a groundbreaking landmark in onscreen gore. It’s also one of the best movies — of any kind — of the 1980s.