A Monster Calls

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A Monster Calls

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34 minutes

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Jun 26, 2023

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Eric and Alex wonder if when A Monster Calls should we put the phone on the wall? Is it ok if he hears us bawl? Does the voice of Neeson help sell us on the Monsters' reason?

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Jun 26, 2023

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With attention to detail and an appreciation for the genre, a film snob and a fanboy explore the meaning behind monster movies.

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Godzilla Vs Mothra: Godzilla goes toe to feeler with Mothra once again, but this time Mothra brings some help. Eric and Alex discuss if the addition of the new monster Battra is a welcome one, and if Godzilla's first forray into a bit of Indiana Jones is a success. by Monsters Vs Men
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Ebirah, Horror of the Deep: Can a lobster beat Godzilla? Can a Godzilla film flourish without Ishiro Honda directing? Eric and Alex discuss this, and if Godzilla's turn towards an even lower budget works for the series. by Monsters Vs Men
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Ghidorah, The Three-Headed Monster: Godzilla goes good, just in time to save the world! Eric and Alex talk about how awesome King Ghidorah is, and if Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster, steers the franchise in the right direction. by Monsters Vs Men
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A Monster Calls

A Monster Calls

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