SR Ep. 19: Cigarette Burns, Season 3 Wrap Up

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SR Ep. 16: The 4:30 Movie It’s another prior season catch up as Kevin Smith releases possibly his most personal film yet, ‘The 4:30 Movie’! Smith leads a cavalcade of returning stars as he tells a slightly fictionalized story of how Smith came to be the director he is today, with a heartwarming story of young love. With Jay. Joins The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo as they return to season 1 of ScreenRun that was all things, and all (mostly) love of Kevin Smith! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 11: Alien: Romulus 1:04:21

41 weeks ago1:04:21

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SR Ep. 11: Alien: Romulus This week, it’s a team-up with ScreenRun and The First Run as The Lady Wan, Chris Scalzo, and Matt Howell suit up and shoot into space one more time for the latest in the Alien franchise, ‘Alien: Romulus’. Fede Alvarez of ‘Evil Dead’ and ‘Don’t Breathe’ directs the latest foray into deep space terror as a group of desperate people try to scavenge a derelict space station for space parts that will allow them to resettle on a new planet for a better life. Except something may (is) waiting for them…. A storied franchise with more than its share of highs and lows, how does the latest trip into the space haunted house in space work out this time? All this and more on the latest episode of ScreenRun and The First Run! 00:00-34:53: Intro/Alien: Romulus 34:54-41:03: Physical Media Picks 41:04-57:37: Best Scenes From Each Alien Film 57:38-1:01:19: Best Alien Romulus Performance 1:01:19-1:04:15: Wrap Up Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 6: The Invasion 1:06:35

45 weeks ago1:06:35

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SR Ep. 6: The Invasion On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo wrap up their Body Snatchers season with 2007’s ‘The Invasion’. It’s the latest adaptation of Jack Finney’s novel, ‘The Body Snatchers’. It’s been a short, but action packed season. So how does director Oliver Hirschbiegel’s version compare to the others? I mean, we have Nicole Kidman and Daniel Craig for Pete’s sake! So fire up your favorite device and take a listen to the last episode of Season 4! Then you can finally sleep… Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 5: The Faculty 55:39

47 weeks ago55:39

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SR Ep. 5: The Faculty On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Robert ‘The Captain’ Yaniz Jr. of Crooked Table to discuss our latest, and final, franchise detour with Robert Rodriguez’s ‘The Faculty’. Ever feel like your high school is packed with alien parasites that have taken over your teachers? Well, I know I sure have, partner. It’s up to an all-star 90’s cast to save the world! But is it da bomb, home skillet? (90’s references) Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 4: The Puppet Masters 1:00:00

49 weeks ago1:00:00

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SR Ep. 4: The Puppet Masters This week on ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Darin Lundberg of NostalgiaCast to discuss our first diversion for our Body Snatchers season with the big screen adaptation of Robert Heinlein’s ‘The Puppet Masters’! The recently departed and dearly missed Donald Sutherland stars as Andrew Nivens, head of a secret branch of the CIA tasked to investigate aliens! It’s a b-movie that may or may not be deserving of cult status. Thankfully, there’s a type of body takeover, so there’s no need to worry! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 3: Invasion Of The Body Snatchers (1993) 42:55

51 weeks ago42:55

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SR Ep. 3: Invasion Of The Body Snatchers (1993) On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by the effervescent cohost of The First Run , Matt Howell to discuss Abel Ferrara’s adaptation of the classic sci-fi tale with the 1993 version of ‘Invasion Of The Body Snatchers’! So how does the third attempt to adapt the material from the legendary indie director, Abel Ferrara stack up against the previous classics? There’s only one way to find out, friends! One way not to fall asleep is to listen to another mostly dynamic episode of ScreenRun! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 2: Invasion Of The Body Snatchers (1978) 58:04

1 year ago58:04

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SR Ep. 2: Invasion Of The Body Snatchers (1978) On this episode of Screen Run, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Ms. Megan Kearns of Spoilerpiece Theater to discuss Philip Kaufman’s interpretation of Jack Finney’s novel with the 1978 version of ‘Invasion Of The Body Snatchers’. Does it deserve its reputation as one of the best science fiction films of all time? Yeah, of course it does. But it’ll still be a rock solid hour of entertainment listening to Wan, Chris, and Megan breakdown for you. So whatever you do, don’t fall asleep! That’s when the stuff goes down! Stay awake and have blast with us! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 1: Invasion Of The Body Snatchers (1956) 41:00

1 year ago41:00

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SR Ep. 1: Invasion Of The Body Snatchers (1956) On this season of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo dive into the Body Snatchers (and friends) universe! First up is 1956’s Invasion Of The Body Snatchers. Long considered a classic of the genre, Wan and Chris breakdown the history of the film, its relevance in the 50’s and today, and more! So let’s dive into a new season of ScreenRun before it’s too late because as you may know, “They’re already here!” Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 19: Cigarette Burns, Season 3 Wrap Up 48:41

2 years ago48:41

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SR Ep. 19: Cigarette Burns, Season 3 Wrap Up On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo wrap up Season 3 of the theatrical releases of Auter John Carpenter. After 18 episodes, it’s all come down to this as The Lady Wan has some hard-hitting questions for Chris as the season comes to a close. And it’s not just all reminiscing! They also discuss Carpenter’s first entry in the Masters Of Horror series, ‘Cigarette Burns’. All this and more as we close the curtain on Season 3! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 18: The Ward 1:06:54

2 years ago1:06:54

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SR Ep. 18: The Ward On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Paul of The Countdown Podcast to discuss John Carpenter’s final theatrical film (to date), ‘The Ward’. Amber Heard stars as a woman confined to a mental institution where all is not as it seems. Also featured in the film are Jared Harris, Danielle Panebaker, and Sydney Sweeney?!? Is Carpenter’s final film the redemption that ‘Vampires’ should have been? Or we just slowing coasting to a stop? All this and more in the latest episode of ScreenRun! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 17: Ghosts Of Mars 1:15:29

2 years ago1:15:29

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SR Ep. 17: Ghosts Of Mars sode NotesOn this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Helen Barletto to discuss John Carpenter’s penultimate film, ‘Ghosts Of Mars’. Having seen Helen express her love for the film online, we thought it best to get someone in its corner for this round. ‘Ghosts’ has had its share of detractors over the years, with Chris being one of them back in the day. But can minds be changed? Has Wan discovered her new favorite Carpenter film. Well, no. But has it aged like a fine wine after all this time? Listen on, friends and marvel at the wonder that is, ‘John Carpenter’s Ghosts Of Mars’! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 16: Vampires 1:50:44

2 years ago1:50:44

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SR Ep. 16: Vampires On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are rejoined by Jason of the great good pirate ship Binge Movies to discuss John Carpenter’s ‘Vampires’. All round general a-hole James Woods stars as vampire slayer Jack Crow, along with the 4th Baldwin brother Daniel in Carpenter’s western/horror/buddy team-up genre picture, ‘Vampires’. A film perfectly built to be Carpenter’s comeback, what worked, what didn’t, and everything else you’ve ever wanted to hear about it is packed into this super-sized episode of ScreenRun! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 15: Escape From LA 2.0 1:30:49

2 years ago1:30:49

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SR Ep. 15: Escape From LA 2.0 Escape From LA, now with fixed audio! On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo, are joined by returning champion Joe Buttice of Reel Spoilers . More accurately, he broke into the studio and demanded to talk about ‘Escape From LA’. After his visit to discuss ‘Escape From New York, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo decide it’s best to just let it ride. It’s usually best to not get on Joe “Snake” Buttice’s bad side…. How does Carpenter’s first true sequel playout? Does Russell still have what it takes for a second go-round with one of his favorite characters? And what’s up with that surfing scene. All that and more on a groovy new episode of ScreenRun. So hang loose moon-doggie! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 14: Village Of The Damned 59:31

2 years ago59:31

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SR Ep. 14: Village Of The Damned On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Claire of W-Rated Podcast to discuss John Carpenter’s, or perhaps Universal’s remake of ‘Village Of The Damned’. It’s 1995 and Carpenter defies typecasting bias by bringing in Christopher Reeve, Mark Hamill, and Kirstie Alley to tell his version of those dang weird alien brood. Focusing this time from the mother’s perspective, is Carpenter able to push past classic studio interference and deliver an entertaining update? Or are pressures just to difficult to overcome? Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 13: In The Mouth Of Madness 1:01:58

2 years ago1:01:58

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SR Ep. 13: In The Mouth Of Madness On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Mr. David Rosen of Piecing It Together pod to discuss what is generally considered John Carpenter’s last great film, “In The Mouth Of Madness’. Arguments ensue as some on the show struggle to call it good. Sam Neill stars as a John Trent, an insurance investigator assigned to locate missing horror novelist Sutter Cane. As Neill gets closer, reality itself starts to unravel. But don’t worry, this episode stands firmly rooted in reality. Basically. Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 12: Memoirs Of An Invisible Man 54:56

2 years ago54:56

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SR Ep. 12: Memoirs Of An Invisible Man On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by friend of the show Seannah to discuss yet another film that almost drove John Carpenter out of the industry, and when I say the industry, I mean the business. It’s ‘Memoirs Of An Invisible Man’! Chevy Chase and Darryl Hannah star along with Sam Neill in the bomb that may have also derailed Chevy’s career…on purpose…? It’s action-packed episode won’t disappear from your ears anytime soon! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 11: They Live 1:24:25

2 years ago1:24:25

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SR Ep. 11: They Live On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Robert Yaniz Jr. , superstar host and proprietor of Crooked Table Productions to discuss John Carpenter’s seminal sci-fi political satire wester buddy action comedy, ‘They Live’! Roddy Piper stars as Nada, the drifter that stumbles upon the greatest secret that we all kinda’ already know. It’s up to him and his new friend Frank (the always engaging Keith David) to save the world, and stage what is possibly the greatest fight scene in cinema history. So grab your super-secret x-ray specs and prepare yourselves for truths to be revealed in this latest episode of ScreenRun! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 10: Prince Of Darkness 1:15:55

2 years ago1:15:55

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SR Ep. 10: Prince Of Darkness On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by a bonafide YouTube sensation. Jeff from Films At Home joins the show to discuss John Carpenter’s ‘Prince Of Darkness’. The second film in Carpenter’s Apocalypse Trilogy and the continuation of his return to low budget filming since become yet another cult classic. So why does it work so well after all these years? And what the heck is Dennis Dunn up to in this movie? That and a whole bunch more in this latest thrilling episode of ScreenRun! Note: Click the link to check out Jeff’s review of Scream Factory’s 4k release of Prince Of Darkness ! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 9: Big Trouble In Little China 1:39:24

2 years ago1:39:24

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SR Ep. 9: Big Trouble In Little China On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Shawn of Cheap Seat Reviews to discuss just one of John Carpenter’s 80’s cult classics, ’Big Trouble In Little China’! Carpenter reunites with Kurt Russell to bring us the subversive take on the buddy action comedy. Carpenter had wanted to make a martial arts film for years and provides his own spin on the genre. Misunderstood at its time, but still very much a product of its time, ‘Big Trouble’ found its audience thanks to home video. But how do things hold up these 35+ years on? Well, remember what all Jack Burton says, “ScreenRun is back with a new episode and we’re talkin’ to whoever’s listenin’ out there.” Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 8: Starman 1:15:12

2 years ago1:15:12

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SR Ep. 8: Starman On this episode of ScreenRun while you enjoy an extra long musical intro, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Megan Kearns of Spoilerpiece Theatre to discuss John Carpenter’s sci-fi romance, ‘Starman’. A story as old as time, true love sweethearts torn apart by one of their deaths, alien gets shot down, clones body of dead sweetheart, and then takes other sweetheart on a road trip to meet up with his alien buddies, then fall in love. Carpenter continues his hard left turn out of violent, gory horror. Does his attempt to spread love, peace, and understanding win over your intrepid hosts? Listen on to find out! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 7: Christine 1:00:06

2 years ago1:00:06

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SR Ep. 7: Christine On this episode of Screen Run, The Lady Wan and Chris are joined by Ms. Lindsay Washburn of The Lindsay Washburn YouTube show and The Bad Movie Night show to discuss everyone’s favorite sentient car not named KITT. It’s John Carpenter’s ‘Christine’. The car with an attitude that’s itching for a chance to run you down. After the disappointing returns and negative feedback of the now classic ‘The Thing’, Carpenter dials back the gore and violence for a haunted car movie that’s grown into a cult classic. Right? Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 6: The Thing 1:14:53

2 years ago1:14:53

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SR Ep. 6: The Thing On this episode of Screen Run, The Lady Wan and Chris are joined by Scalzo’s The First Run co-host, Matt Howell to discuss ‘The Thing’. Considered to be John Carpenter’s masterpiece, his reimagining of the original source material was considered a disappointment upon its release in 1982. It has since been recognized as one of the greatest horror films of all time. Does it still hold up? Of course it does. But it’s still a fun conversation! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 5: Escape From New York 1:32:46

2 years ago1:32:46

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SR Ep. 5: Escape From New York On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Joe Buttice of Reel Spoilers to discuss the 80’s classic, ‘Escape From New York’. Kurt Russell is Snake Plissken, a rogue special ops WWIII hero who’s arrested and pressed into duty to rescue the captured President from within the penal colony that is New York City! Can Snake rescue President Donald Pleasance in time? Does John Carpenter continue his winning streak? And how many earrings does Lee Van Cleef have anyway? All this and more on another kick-butt episode of ScreenRun (to be read in heavy breathed Snake voice)! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 4: The Fog

2 years ago

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Episode Notes On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Darren Lundberg of NostalgiaCast to discuss John Carpenter’s follow-up to ‘Halloween’, ‘The Fog’. The ghost/revenge story of a doomed ship full of ill folks desperate to find a place to settle, and the townsfolk that done them wrong. While the film didn’t repeat the runaway success of his prior film, ‘The Fog’ was a hit and to this day carries a warm, wet, sea-faring affection for its fans and has become a cult classic. 40+ years later, how does this deceptively simple ghost story hold up? Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 3: Halloween 1:01:11

2 years ago1:01:11

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SR Ep. 3: Halloween On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo are joined by Shawn of the SIVAKO: Road to Avatar podcast to discuss the seminal slasher, John Carpenter’s classic ‘Halloween’. Carpenter delivers THE genre-defining slasher with the introduction of Michael Myers and the slaughter of some babysitters. Were there similar films before? Sure. But Carpenter and crew define the genre and establish the template that would influence filmmakers and horror fans forever. After all this time though, could all that talk just be hyperbole? (Come on, no. But it’s a hell of a lot of fun to revisit and discuss this horror classic!) Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 2: Assault On Precinct 13 1:15:05

2 years ago1:15:05

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SR Ep. 2: Assault On Precinct 13 On this episode of ScreenRun, The Lady Wan and Chris are joined by Jason of the podcasting behemoth, Binge Movies to discuss John Carpenter’s ‘Assault On Precinct 13’. After a father takes revenge by killing the gang leader that murdered his daughter, he seeks refuge in a police station that’s closing down. It’s up to the remaining staff and a cast of criminals stuck overnight after their transportation broke down during their transfer to a new prison. Can our heroes, of them reluctant, survive the ‘Assault On Precinct 13’?!? With Carpenter fully in control of the reigns with a little bit of cash deliver the promise shown in ‘Dark Star’? And how cool a name is Napoleon Wilson anyway? Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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ScreenRun Bonus: The First Run w/The Lady Wan 1:04:16

3 years ago1:04:16

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ScreenRun Bonus: The First Run w/The Lady Wan Hey there ScreenRun fans! Chris Scalzo here. So, funny story. I messed up the editing of this week’s episode, so unfortunately, we’re going to be delayed a week. To help ease the pain and make sure you get your Lady Wan fix, I’ve uploaded her guest appearance on my other show, The First Run. Wan joined me to discuss ‘In The Heights’ and ‘The Lady In The Window’. We also did a Top 5 focusing on films that could be improved by being a musical. So enjoy this brief apologetic interlude and we’ll see you next week! As always complaints and commendations can be sent to screenrunfun@gmail.com. Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 1: Dark Star 42:35

3 years ago42:35

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SR Ep. 1: Dark Star Welcome back to all you ScreenRun cuties out there! We’re back for Season 3 featuring the cinematic works of THE John Carpenter. First out of the gate is his student film turned big screen feature, ‘Dark Star’! This is where it all began, with friends Dan O’Bannon, Nick Castle, Tommy Lee Wallace and more! The Lady Wan and Chris Scalzo kick off the season with a galactic bang. Thank you for rejoining us on our latest adventure and be sure to email us at ScreenRunFun@gmail.com ! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 15: Clerks III 55:23

3 years ago55:23

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SR Ep. 15: Clerks III Well, hello there! We’re back for a bonus episode for Season 1 as Kevin Smith returns with ‘Clerks III’! Smith rounds up basically everyone from the Clerks series for this return to the Quik Stop! It’s been 28 years since Dante and Randall first appeared on the big screen. Is there still one more story to tell? Can you go home again? And if that wasn’t enough, stay tuned to the end for a big announcement about Season 3! Snoochie Boochies and all that faithful listeners! Find out more at http://screenrun.fun…

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SR Ep. 10: Creature 45:49

3 years ago45:49