Explore Matinee Heroes fantasy episodes featuring magical worlds, legendary heroes, unforgettable creatures, recasting debates, interviews, and live convention panels.
When a fearsome warrior’s quest for invincibility leads him to the Black Cauldron, he is challenged by the most unlikely adversary: a young assistant pig keeper named Taran. Now, with help from his furry sidekick Gurgi and Princess Eilonwy, Taran…
On a mysterious and dangerous island, film producer Carl Denham captures a giant ape and brings him back to New York in the hopes of capitalizing on his prize. But the imprisoned ape, known as Kong, has the hots for…
Patreon Membership ends with Alan and Craig discussing laser beams vs metal swords, 80's nerd nostalgia and the movie "Krull" on this week's Patreon Exclusive Edition of Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 3:33 Discussion of "Krull" 22:22 Recasting 29:55 Double Feature…
Patreon Membership month kick's off with Alan and Craig discussing fish sex, empathy, Archimedes Principle and the movie "The Shape of Water" on this month's Matinee Heroes - Patreon Edition! Show Notes 2:25 Discussion of "The Shape of Water" 20:53…
World-famous neurosurgeon Dr. Stephen Strange’s life changes forever after a horrific car accident robs him of the use of his hands. When traditional medicine fails him, he is forced to look for healing, and hope, in an unlikely place. Before…
After surviving an unexpected attack in enemy territory, jet-setting industrialist Tony Stark builds a high-tech suit of armor and vows to protect the world as Iron Man. Alan and Craig are joined by Annie Bulloch (@texasannie on twitter) to discuss,…
When the two children of the wealthy and uptight Banks family, are faced with the prospect of a new nanny, they are pleasantly surprised by the arrival of the magical Mary. Embarking on a series of fantastical adventures with Mary…
Idealistic Christian is drawn into the dark, fantastical underworld of the Parisian nightclub, the Moulin Rouge. In this seedy but glamorous haven of sex, drugs and electricity, he finds himself plunged into a passionate but ultimately tragic love affair with…
Buttercup is a beautiful princess who-after being separated by her true love Westley-is captured by and forced to marry a conspiring prince. As the wedding day approaches her true love, a vengeful Spaniard and a kind giant come to her…
A failed teacher must prepare the son of his corrupted student to become the last hope of the galaxy and defeat an evil empire, restoring balance to the Force! Alan and Craig discuss abandonment, the Clone Wars cartoons, an spoiler…
