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Ryan, a lifelong fan of the Japanese Godzilla movies, forces his two friends, Joanna and Sam, to watch the entire series with him. In each episode, the trio breaks down one of the movie and exposes its beautiful atomic glow and ugly atomic warts alike.
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Your hosts with the mosts, Henry and Lillie, take you through the weird, wild and wonderful world of the movie genre that is the "Creature Feature." Joined by a variety of guests from various backgrounds of the arts, sciences and beyond! Tune in and find out which monster movies are worth the watch! Use the link below find all our social media, patreon and more! https://linktr.ee/icfammpodcast Main Episodes every other Monday Check out our Patreon for early content as bonus episodes!
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We're concluding our two-parter on Monarch: Legacy of Monsters! It's time to see if this whole 10-hour journey was worth the destination. This one covers episodes 6-10. Joanna's friend Prad is back in place of Sam as we repeatedly forget what we talked about last time and lightly applaud for working actors. Are there enough monsters to keep us happ…
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It's the final (and perhaps finest?) Godzilla film to date: Minus One. In this long-awaited episode the Godzillavangelists flit back to postwar Japan to spread the word of one last G-flick. Suggested discussion topics include: feminine power, minesweeping, nerd cards, and how far a person can fall without dying. But mostly just good filmmaking. Nex…
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It was going to happen eventually... The TV content boom of 2013-2023 resulted in a multimillion dollar live action Godzilla series: Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. The Godzillvangelists step up to the plate to see whether it's worth our time in a two-parter. This one covers episodes 1-5. Joanna's friend Prad is here instead of Sam to help us wade thr…
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A labor of love long in the making, the Godzillavangelists team up with buddy Jess Morse to create their own Godzilla fan fiction! Ranging from the ridiculous to the steamy to the heartfelt to the Gilmore Girls crossover, it's a buffet of non-canon Godzilla goodness. We also cover two of the most famous Godzilla fan works, the esoteric Godzilla vs.…
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It's that time again! Fresh off a new Monsterverse release, the Godzillavangelists are ready to discuss, debate, and distract one another. This time, it's the controversial Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, and the title's not even the worst thing about it. And yet... there's a lot to love in this glorious monster-packed mess, including a starring r…
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Seven years after Ryan saw it, seven years after a certain podcast was first conceived, we're finally talking Shin Godzilla. Bureaucracy and the banality of evil abound! Joanna, Ryan, and Sam handle this oft-hailed but controversial Godzilla movie with the aid of Joanna's big brother Rob, who was in Japan for its release and has lots of fun perspec…
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Is the cheapest Godzilla movie ever made also the worst? That's our topic today with Godzilla vs. Megalon! We talk razor thin budgets, 70s interior design, and the clever and impactful American marketing of the movie that made it one of the most-seen G-films. This super-size episode features not only Ryan, Joanna, and Sam, but Ryan's sister is back…
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Pair one of the world's most acclaimed directors and actors with giant mutant monster madness and a lovably pathetic family, and what do you get? Well, a very good movie called The Host! Joanna, Ryan, and Sam reconnect with guest Natalie Morin to talk Korean snack food, movie stars, and possible USC alumni. Oh, and the brutally depressing themes of…
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We're taking a nice juicy dive into some of the most unusual and lovable places Godzilla has popped up on TV over the years, including the infamous Snickers ad and his astounding win on the MTV movie awards. And don't forget to get tickets to our live show! Time is running out! Go to https://www.godzillavangelists.com/ to buy or find out more!…
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Ultraman's not-so-famous brother Inframan is here to slay monsters and do backflips! We're covering 1975's glorious sci-fi cheesefest Inframan and boy is there a lot to say! Who knew that such a rickety movie could be so influential? Sam is back with Ryan and Joanna, reuniting the classic Godzillavangelists trio. Suggested discussion topics include…
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Today we're taking a very quick look at the bizarre and hilarious Godzilla/Charles Barkley crossover. Sam gets deep in the analysis of Godzilla's basketball fundamentals. You won't wanna miss it. And don't forget to get tickets to our live show! Time is running out! Go to https://www.godzillavangelists.com/ to buy or find out more!…
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Ryan teams up with his sister to cover some of the best, strangest, and most memorable Godzilla video games. Dive into the nostalgia of overly complex game manuals, wonky computer monitors, and sibling rivalry! Look forward to our upcoming Inframan episode! Godzillavangelists is a satirical, critical work not affiliated or endorsed by Toho, Legenda…
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Ryan and Joanna join forces as a dynamic duo to cover two films by master of myth Ray Harryhausen! First up is Jason and the Argonauts, a tale of skeletons, hydras, waterproof makeup, and a dubiously impressive sheepy treasure. Then, guest Nicole Jordan-Webber hops aboard the ship to review The Golden Voyage of Sinbad. She helps us answer the timel…
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Ryan, Joanna, and returning guest Fiona hop aboard the shell of Gamera for a triplet of turtley talkies! From the 70s to the 90s, it's Turtle Power all the way as we cheer for Godzilla's biggest rival. First, we head off to a goofy 1970s Expo in Gamera vs. Jiger, and experience the joy of being inside Gamera. Watch out for the tonsils! Then, we com…
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The conclusion of many eras of Godzilla come to a close with the 2004 monster bash blowout Final Wars! Be careful not to cut yourself on that edge! We're also super excited to have G-artist extraordinaire Matt Frank here to swap stories and dig into the mess with us! Final Wars won't let you sit on the fence, with a heavy dose of Matrix-ripoff acti…
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It's time for a duology of Mechagodzilla- er, Kiryu films, soaked in anime influence, 60s throwbacks, and some pretty good kaiju photography. In this back-to-back bout of three monsters, the winner is undeniably the mecha nerds. We hope you're happy. Guest Sophie Desmond is here to share high school tales of Ryan, gush about fairy babes, and become…
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After years of anticipation, it's finally time for GMK! ...Oh fine, we'll say the whole thing. Godzilla, Mothra, King Ghidorah: Giant Monsters All-Out Attack!! Now take a drink of water to recover. Kaiju king Kaneko takes his spin at the Godzilla series, and it's an oft-talked about entry in the series. Ryan, Sam, and Joanna bring in special effect…
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In the stunning conclusion of ICFAMMPodcast, Lilllie and Henry the Hosts sit back and reflect on their histories as podcasters as well as the history of the giant monster they consider one of the best if not the most influencial of them: GOJIRA (1954)! As we talk the horrors of the atomic age, we thank those who have joined us for this journey. ICF…
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We end the month of March with a film that Henry the Host has been wanting to do since the start of the podcast, much to Lillie the Host's delight! Joined with a fantastic cast as actor and writer Polly Ketchum and Dave return with new guests like Henry's co-worker Yair and the talent that is Xenofauna as they discuss art, monsters, and the creativ…
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Henry and Lillie start the month of March off by checking a movie that reminded them of the trailers for the film 65, the 2013 film AFTER EARTH. Tune in as your hosts are joined by returning og guests Alex,Brian and Awesome Le Possum as the three of them experience a creature feature that makes you glad there was nothing after this. CLICK HERE to w…
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To celebrate the release of Shin Ultraman, the Godzillavangelists are talking about the shiny silver bug-eyed man himself! We cover not only the new movie, but two episodes from the original series including the acclaimed "My Home is Earth". Frequent guest Matthew Charles is back as we discuss pigeon lovers, favorite sayings, and the hidden human c…
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We end the month of Febuary by celebrating the Lunar New Year here on It Came from a Monster Movie! Henry and Lillie are joined by science journalist Bethany Brookshire as well as paleontological science writer Riley Black as they venture into the Wild West of 1972 with NIGHT OF THE LEPUS! We discuss furries, science and more in this wascially wabb…
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HAPPY VALENTINES DAY 2023 FROM ICFAMMPODCAST! To celebrate this holiday, Henry and Lillie the Hosts bring back the talent that is the Pizza Roll MC themselves, MASHA! The three of them sync up and tune up to revisiting an OG ICFAMM Film, JENNIFER'S BODY (2009)! Sync up at 0:22 on your Jennifer's Body viewing and enjoy the nonsense of three people t…
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In the traditions of the original run of ICFAMMPodcast, Henry and Lillie the Hosts splice together the Love and Monsters format for our fifth season. Joined by returning talented guests Samia Mounts , Masha and our new guest Lila. As we explore a movie that is infamously known to be a "sexual awakening" for many fans of the creature feature genre, …
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It's time for the debut of Godzilla's most second giant female big bug nemesis: Megaguirus! The Godzillavangelists break down this 2000 sci-fi cheesefest and it doesn't take long for debate to break out! Guest Zach Busch pops in to compare Godzilla to the typical NYU movie fare, debate the mechanics of a black hole gun, and tell stories of Ryan's h…
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WE HAVE ALL YOUR DEMONS We end the first month of season 5 with a nice little group therapy session. Henry and Lillie the Hosts get in a circle with returning guests Micheal, Benny Gesserit , Angela, and for a brief moment Vivian as they check out the 2016 indie creature feature, THE CLEANSE! Tune in as we discuss the three Ms: Monsters, Mental Hea…
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Fantasy and romance. And, friendship. Our first ICFAMMCommentary of 2023 and Henry and Lillie do something absolutely wild. Through certain means, we provide to you a commentary track of the 2022 hit of Japanese cinema: SHIN ULTRAMAN (2022). It should be noted to our listeners that while this film has been hailed a success, this track you are about…
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THEY WILL SUCK YOU DRY! We start off with the official first episode of season 5 by getting a little batty! Henry and Lillie the Hosts gather together with two new guests: Wildlife life ecologist and bat enthusiast Sophiane and film loving bartender Alexia! The four of them gather to experience and discuss the 1999 creature feature: BATS! Season 5 …
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THE SUPER SHOCKER!! ICFAMMPodcast starts off the new year with a special episode to showcase the new bells and whistles of the show while also letting you, the listener, see that after the highs and lows of 2022, ICFAMMPodcast is back at it being the wild nonsensical film podcast that you know and love! Henry and Lillie the Hosts are joined by firs…
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Happy Christmas everyone! We sincerely hope the holiday has treated you all kind and that you are warm and content in this yule tide season. Henry and Lillie take this time to ask you to join us for our very own ICFAMM "Navitity scene" if you will with the 2012 film, PROMETHEUS! Listen or sync up at 0:20 mark and enjoy our commentary as we discuss …
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What happens when a world-class director teams up with a very bland leading man and sticks him in the middle of a giant monster battle? Pacific Rim, of course! Jordan Allen of Corridor Crew is here to help the Godzillavangelists talk special effects, sci-fi, and the horrifying implications of a brain in a jar. Oh yeah, and we talk about Pacific Rim…
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Happy holidays everyone! The end of the year is fast approaching and boy oh boy has 2022 been something else! Tune into this special little audio snippet that has Henry and Lillie reflecting on the show rebirth, reinvention, and release into the wild and weird world of 2022! From answer questions of whatever happened to episodes that were recorded …
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Henry and Lillie start the chilly winter month of December with a monster film from Norway that is a prime example of how to do the infamous "found footage" genre of cinema: TROLLHUNTER! As we look at everything that could be signs of trolls, both our hosts go on conversations on the history of Trolls in media, word usage, an some reflection on the…
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God help us all as Henry and Lillie end November by watching and discussing the 2016 giant monster movie that breathed new life into one of the biggest starts in Japanese film history: GODZILLA! Sync up your copy of SHIN GODZILLA at the 0:10 mark or just listen freely to the wild conversations of politics in monster movies, overarching themes of th…
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The Big G becomes a 21st century boy as we dive into Godzilla 2000 and usher in the Millenium series! (It's more a bunch of reboots than a series, but whatever.) No guests, but that's alright because it takes a true Godzilla expert to sort through this messy plot. Watch us make our way through Y2K panic, ancient aliens, and goofy dubbing like crap …
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Henry and Lillie the Hosts with the mosts take off explosively for this commentary and they watch, reflect and discuss the wild trip that is the 1965 film that most folks don't even know exsists: FRANKENSTIEN CONQUERS THE WORLD! Hear our hosts talk about WWII, some quips about Nick Adams and how Baragon is the best dinosaur pupper this side of the …
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Happy Halloween and Hallow's Eve to all the ghouls that haunt this year's spooky season! Tune into this episode as Henry and Lillie celebrate the season by hopping into the Mystery Machine to check out the 1998 film SCOOBY DOO ON ZOMBIE ISLAND. How does this film age from before the millinieum? Sync up at 0:01 mark to hear us talk about the importa…
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As things start to finally get back in control here at ICFAMMPodcast, Henry and Lillie the Host delightfully come together to give you their commentary thoughts and ramblings to the hit 2022 Hulu Exclusive film, PREY! Sync up at the 1:39:12 minute marker and listen as your ICFAMM Hosts sit back and relax while enjoying and discussing this surprisin…
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As the Godzillavangelists pass their 5th Anniversary, tragedy strikes. Godzilla himself is struck low, finished by a battle with Destoroyah. It's a time to mournfully celebrate. We're joined by a plethora of former guests paying their respects as we dissect Godzilla vs. Destoroyah and put the Heisei series to its final rest. To heaven or hell will …
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Henry and Lillie, two sides of the dinosaur loving coin, collide in this epic conclusion to the hot topic film franchise that is: JURASSIC WORLD! Both saw this film in theatres. Henry enjoyed it. Lilllie hated it. But both now enter the commentary ring to see if, like ALIENS, JW: Dominion works better in the 2022 home release of: JURASSIC WORLD: DO…
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Henry and Lillie the Hosts died. But don't worry, they are fine now! Tune in for a quick update to explain how ICFAMMPodcast, like a classic Monster Movie franchise, has died, been brought back, put in development hell, and now we are in the "soft reboot" stage of It Came From a Monster Movie! We discuss all sorts of things and what the future of t…
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"Don't Feed the Plants" Its a bit belated, but we still continue to grow as Henry and Lillie the Hosts have a fantastic cast of ICFAMM classic guest Samia Mounts as well as new guests, artist and pole dancers Hiaken as well as the artist and botanist Kasey K. Pham as they go downtown to experience the director's cut of the monsterous musical, LITTL…
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GAMERA STRIKES AGAIN! Better late than never right! Check out this fun episode of ICFAMMPodcast as Henry and Lillie the Hosts are joined by a variety of guests like Angela , Lisa Naffziger , Dope Pope , Blake and Caleb as, like a good joke showcase what a bunch of nerds, artists, a herptalogists and a WWII Historian who can grade your diary think a…
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Japan has Godzilla, the USA has King Kong, and the DPRK has Pulgasari. Join the Godzillavangelists as we explore North Korea's biggest, weirdest giant monster movie taking place in the feudal era! Guest and journalist Natalie Morin has covered the Korean culture beat but she's never covered a story as strange as the making of Pulgasari. And neither…
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We've got something a little different for you today: the Godzillavangelists are combining two beloved film franchises to come up with some of the most fun and stupid movie ideas this side of "Godzilla's Revenge"! Guest Will Levinger joins us as we draft our monsters, spies, and gadgets and pitch to Hollywood legend (and Sam's wife) Mackenzie Marlo…
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Henry and Lillie the Hosts sit down and watch ALIENS (1986) during our SCOTUS vs the SPACE MONSTER where we raised funds for the National Network of Abortion Funds ! Sync up at minute 0:01 on your copy of ALIENS or just listen to our nonsense as we talk about women's rights, the usage of words and the craziness that James Cameron watched Jurassic P…
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Herny and Lillie the Hosts once again set up an expedition to venture into Africa in this episode exploring a dramazation of a "natural history true crime" in the 1996 film, THE GHOST AND THE DARKNESS! Learn about what Val Kilmer and the Lions of Tsavo get up to in this rad episode featuring returning guests Johnny and Laura as well as new ones! Fr…
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IF IT BLEEDS, WE CAN KILL IT! We start the month of August off with getting you the listener ready for the upcoming feature film, PREY (2022) by going into the steam South American jungles of 1987 with the classic creature feature, PREDATOR! Like a bunch of commandos, Henry and Lillie the hosts gather the likes of Michael Hamilton of Kaiju Ramen an…
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