117 - The Choirboys / Hennessy / Amphibian Man
Quentin and Roger take a trip with the LAPD as the boys in blue blow off steam in The Choirboys, directed by Robert Aldrich and based on the outrageous best-selling novel. The Video Archives crew take a second look at the film, discussing Aldrich and his Associates, the big ensemble cast, and the scenes that work.
Next up: the most intensive manhunt ever mounted. Hennessy is a gentle, peaceful man who’s been pushed too far, and carries in his right vest pocket the power to destroy a nation. Roger & Quentin sit on the edge of their seats as they cheer for Rod Steiger’s performance, the seamless documentary footage, and a surprising cameo. Finally, we travel to the sea for the beloved Russian fantasy film Amphibian Man. In this sci-fi fable, a pearl diver discovers the secret of Amphibian Man and desires to exploit it, not realizing that Amphibian Man has fallen in love with the pearl diver’s fiancée. A poignant story of love and loss, Quentin and Roger discuss the history of this popular movie and Soviet genre filmmaking.
Comments (6)
The IRA doesn't want to become terrorists. The IRA bombed English owned business and military installations to cause financial damage. Killing innocent Britain wasn't the goal, only soldiers were on the plate until the water schism where one sect gor more violent which did lessen public appeal. This is why the IRA are different from Hamas.
dang, Amphibian Man needs a blu-ray release 100%
When this first aired I tried watching Hennessy on Prime. It wasn't a very good copy. Some recent mentions on the show made me want to give it another shot. Turns out MGM+ currently has a much better version on their site. Not letterbox, but looks HD to me.
Hennessey sounds good
Love that QTs Conspiracy Voice is just a Surfer Dude 🏄♂️
lol it’s basically Roger!