The MANY VERSIONS of War of the Gargantuas (1966)

War of the Gargantuas is a 1966 Toho Kaiju epic that has shaped the genre since its original release. But there’s a problem with this movie! It’s what version of the movie is readily available.

“War of the Gargantuas is a 1966 Toho Kaiju epic that has shaped the genre since its original release. It’s a cult classic, and besides the original Godzilla, is in my opinion the quintessential kaiju movie ever made. A movie that is schlocky and crazy, full of great monster action and beautiful miniature effects. But also a movie with a heart, one largely brought about by director Ishiro Honda’s intervention with the story.”

  • 00:00 – Introduction
  • 00:58 – US Re-edits of Classic Tokusatsu
  • 05:30 – Henry G. Sapterstein
  • 07:07 – Russ Tamblyn
  • 09:05 – Japanese International Dub
  • 10:59 – Sponsor
  • 11:41 – Different Versions of War of the Gargantuas
  • 18:23 – Preserving the US versions
  • 22:37 – Closing

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HAMMER’S FRANKENSTEIN! A Complete Retrospective!

It’s Halloween! Which means it’s time for ANP’s Annual Halloween Live Stream! New format! Adam lectures about all 6 of HAMMER’S FRANKENSTEIN FILMS featuring Peter Cushing!

‘So what exactly am I doing tonight? Well tonight I’m giving a brief retrospective and history of Hammer’s Frankenstein Series starring Peter Cushing. These films are, in order, Curse of Frankenstein, Revenge of Frankenstein, The Evil of Frankenstein, Frankenstein Created Woman, Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed, and Frankenstein and the Monster From Hell.”

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The HISTORY of South Korea’s Godzilla! (FULL DOCUMENTARY)

Yongary, Monster from the Deep (대괴수 용가리 – Daekoesu Yonggari) is considered South Korea’s Godzilla. Learn the interesting story behind the making of this film, the state of South Korean cinema, and who brought this interesting and unique Kaiju to life!

  • 00:00 – Yongary, Monster from the Deep
  • 01:28 – Why a Kaiju / giant Monster Movie?
  • 04:27 – Kim Ki-duk
  • 05:42 – South Korea in the 1960s
  • 07:22 – Self Promotion 08:07 – Korean/Japanese co-production
  • 12:22 – Yongary & Gamera
  • 16:19 – Yongary is MORE than just a Godzilla knock-off
  • 21:23 – South Korean masculinity
  • 22:56 – South Korean nationalism
  • 24:36 – Yongary Review & Final Thoughts

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(06-15-25) The HISTORY of Jason and the Argonauts (1963) – FULL PODCAST

Adam is joined by Frank & John to discuss the history and legacy of Ray Harryhausen’s greatest work… Jason and the Argonauts (1963). Please sit back and listen to our in-depth conversation about one of cinema’s greatest classics of Greek mythology!

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The HISTORY Behind The Bridge at Remagen (1969)

A war film that respects history—The Bridge at Remagen (1969). Today, we examine the conflict, leadership, and humanity with gripping authenticity.

  • 00:00 – Introductions
  • 01:00 – The Bridge at Remagen
  • 02:37 – Characters fact vs fiction
  • 07:20 – Remagen historical breakdown
  • 18:19 – Equipment & vehicles
  • 20:46 – Taking the Remagen bridge
  • 27:12 – Final review

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(04-06-25) Will It Ice Cream? Classic Mystery SOLVED!

Centuries-old mystery SOLVED! Will. It. Ice Cream!? Adam and Antonio are tasked to discover if the oddest flavors of ice cream are actually good… or not. Watch and find out!

  • 00:00 – Vanilla & a mystery
  • 02:20 – Cinnadust
  • 04:00 – Kraft Mac & Cheese Dust
  • 06:19 – A1 Steak Sauce
  • 09:45 – Minced Garlic
  • 11:54 – Chopped Clams
  • 15:30 – Mystery SOLVED!

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(03-30-25) AVERY’S TOTALLY GROSS SODA! – A Review (N O T R E A L L Y)

Trying four strange sodas, from Rocket Man to pimple poppers to swamp juice and more! Let’s try these SHOCKINGLY DELICIOUS sodas on this episode of FMLB!

  • 00:00 – Introductions
  • 02:42 – Gross Gus’ Pimple Popper (Marshmallow Soda)
  • 04:27 – BUG BARF (Kiwi Pineapple)
  • 06:20 – Doomsday Lemonade (Taste the Revolution)
  • 08:16 – Swamp Juice (Fruit Punch Soda) 10:57 – EVERYTHING!
  • 15:03 – End!

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