Tag Archives: Science Fiction
The Twilight Zone: “Nick of Time” (1960)
By the time this episode aired, The Twilight Zone had already become legendary for its outlandishness. Previously, science fiction, fantasy, and horror were seen as kids’ stuff, and though Rod Serling had already established himself as a screenwriter of note, … Continue reading
Posted in Late Night TV
Tagged 60's, Anthology, Fantasy, Richard Matheson, Rod Serling, Science Fiction, Twilight Zone, William Shatner
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Double Feature: The Grapes of Death (1978)/Night of the Hunted (1980)
Two of Jean Rollin’s most fascinating experiments have now come to Blu-Ray courtesy Kino’s Redemption line. They may also be two of his best films. The Grapes of Death (Les Raisins de la mort, 1978) and Night of the Hunted … Continue reading
Posted in Double Feature, Theater Caligari
Tagged 70's, 80's, Amnesia, Brigitte Lahaie, horror, Jean Rollin, Madness, Science Fiction, Slasher, Wine, Zombie
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Barbarella (1968)
My first viewing of Barbarella (1968) was held to commemorate the purchase of a lava lamp, which, in retrospect, was ideal, because the film seems to exist inside of one. Roger Vadim’s science fiction spectacle is at its grooviest when … Continue reading
Posted in Theater Fantastique
Tagged 60's, angel, cheesecake, Comedy, Fantasy, Jane Fonda, John Phillip Law, Psychedelic, Roger Vadim, Science Fiction, sexploitation, Surreal
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