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by Dan Colón and Mike Manzi
Welcome to The Monsters That Made Us! Join “The Invisible Dan" Colón and “Monster Mike" Manzi as they celebrate all of the SPOOKTACULAR characters and films in the Universal Studios Classic Monsters series.
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- 6 days ago1h 33m
The Curse of the Werewolf (1961)
In this episode, “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” are heading back to 18th Century Spain for Hammer’s one and only wolf man movie! Join them as they discuss the iconic Oliver Reed in his first lead role, producer Tony Hinds adapting the screenplay himself from “the Dracula of werewolf novels,” Hammer’s trademark cost-saving measures moving the story from Paris to Madrid, and why the focus on story–rather than star power–makes The Curse of the Werewolf a distinct entry into Hammer’s gothic horror canon. TW: this episode contains a brief mention of sexual assault. If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
- Apr 26, 20261h 44m
The Two Faces of Dr. Jekyll (1960)
In this episode, “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” finally dive into their first genuine adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic gothic novella Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and boy, it's a doozy! Join them as they discuss Paul Massie’s unique dual role as the homely Dr. Jekyll and the handsome Mr. Hyde, the return of horror icon Christopher Lee in a non-monster role, plus another big screen icon making his first Hammer appearance, Hammer’s trademark use of bold colors, what constitutes a monster movie, and why The Two Faces of Dr. Jekyll is far and away the most salacious film they’ve discussed so far! Trigger warning for this episode: Sexual assault If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
- Mar 28, 20261h 36m
The Brides of Dracula (1960)
“The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” are, once again, heading back to Transylvania, where Count Dracula’s Cult of the Undead continues to spread in his absence. Join them as they discuss the return of Peter Cushing’s Van Helsing, the new vampire threat, the incredible cast of women, and how The Brides of Dracula finds ways to keep things fresh and exciting while staying true to the established Dracula mythology. If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
- Feb 27, 20261h 51m
The Mummy (1959)
The evil mummy Kharis has once again been resurrected to exact revenge on those who have disturbed the tomb of the Princess Ananka! In this episode, “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” unwrap Hammer’s first legitimate remake, 1959’s The Mummy! Join them as they discuss the return of Hammer’s dream team, the distribution deal with Universal International that resulted in Hammer gaining access to Universal’s vaults, all of the borrowed elements from The Mummy (1932), The Mummy’s Hand, and The Mummy’s Tomb, and the subsequent lack of original material. Plus: they also ask the big questions like, can you get a DUI while operating a horse-drawn carriage? If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
- Feb 8, 20261h 25m
The Revenge of Frankenstein (1958)
Frankenstein is dead! Or is he? In this episode, “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” dissect all the brain-swapping mayhem in Hammer’s first Frankenstein sequel! Join them as they discuss the return of the Hammer dream team: Terence Fisher, Jimmy Sangster and Peter Cushing, plus the handsome new “monster” played by Michael Gwynn; the challenges of writing a follow-up to a film that beheaded its protagonist; more cost-cutting measures, including repurposing some of the Dracula sets; Hammer’s unproduced Frankenstein TV series; more James Bond connections; and so much more! If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
- Dec 26, 20251h 41m
Dracula (1958)
It’s time to dust off the ol’ crucifix because “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” are diving into the film that made Christopher Lee a household name, and may also have established Dracula as a sexy/sad character, rather than just a bloodthirsty monster. That’s right, they’re talking about 1958’s Dracula (aka Horror of Dracula)! Join them as they discuss Hammer’s journey bringing Dracula to the big screen, including whittling the source material down to its bare essentials, the challenges of including so much sex and violence, and the interesting connection Hammer shared with Universal Pictures from inception all the way to the film’s release. If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
- Nov 28, 20251h 29m
The Curse of Frankenstein (1957)
It’s officially Hammer time! Join “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” as they dissect the production of Hammer’s first gothic horror film, and cover all the gory details including the fantastic performances from Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee, the film’s notable differences from previous Frankenstein interpretations, Terence Fisher’s creative direction, the brilliant use of color and subsequently amped up violence, and so much more! If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
- Oct 31, 202526 min
The Origin of Hammer
Happy Halloween! “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” are back with a brand new season of monster goodness! This time, they’re turning the clocks back to the 1930s to examine the humble beginnings of one of the most iconic horror houses in cinema history: Hammer Film Productions. Join them for a short little season 3 primer as they discuss Hammer co-founders William Hinds and Enrique Carreras, the studio’s decline during the war, and how their sons, Anthony Hinds and James Carreras resurrected the Hammer brand, and began production on the sci-fi and horror films which would ultimately become the studio’s bread and butter. If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
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