The odd folk-rock soundtrack to the legendary children’s TV show is an odd mix of jollity and depression.
Tag: 1970s
Jesus Christ! The Unbearable Horrors Of Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s Bibilical Rock Opera
The film version of the post-hippy reinterpretation of the Passion of the Christ tries hard but is ultimately hamstrung by the terrible, terrible songs.
Here Comes Peter Cottontail: A Stop-Motion Easter Special
A classic stop-motion animated Easter TV special starring Vincent Price.
Carry On, Emmanuelle – The Rise And Fall Of The Iconic Erotic Film Series
How one of the biggest movies of the 1970s was reduced to an endless series of disposable direct-to-video sequels.
Fractured Visions And The Cult Movie Market
The ins and outs of launching an independent cult movie blu-ray label in 2021.
Cindy Sherman’s Student Films
Three experimental short films by one of the world’s most renowned visual artists.
Is There Anything More Pointless Than A Right-On Monopoly?
The news that Monopoly is now consulting on social justice revamps of its Community Chest cards has been greeted by many with raised eyebrows, and no wonder.
Can You Dig It? A New Biography Of Legendary Dolemite Star Rudy Ray Moore
A new biography of the pioneering and outrageous star of Dolemite.
Remembering Norman J. Warren
Looking back at the much-loved British horror film director and his remarkable body of work.
Cozzilla: Luigi Cozzi’s Godzilla
The mad folly of the psychedelic, spectoramic, Futursound-enhanced 1977 Italian version of the Japanese monster movie classic.
Flymo To The Moon: Sex, Sci-Fi And Lawnmowers In 1970s Advertising
Hot Gossip do their best to make FlyMo lawnmowers look futuristic and sexy.
I Want A Monster To be My Friend – Sesame Street’s Banned Song
The educational TV show’s song encouraging kids not to be afraid of imaginary monsters has some unfortunate lyrics.