Tag: Karloff
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Son of Frankenstein (1939) – SSP164
Unleash the Monster! Celebrating Sir Basil Rathbone in Son of Frankenstein! Listen now as Karen and Greg of the Scary Spirits podcast raise a chilling toast to the legend, Sir Basil Rathbone, on the anniversary of his birth (June 13th). Dive deep into the chilling world of Universal's Son of Frankenstein (1939) – a film that boasts both Rathbone's iconic performance and the return of Boris Karloff's monster. In true Scary Spirits fashion, they'll be mixing up a spooky sip – the Brandy Alexander – to complement the thrills and chills. Join them for a night of classic horror!
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The Raven (1963) – SSP145
Ready for a laugh-a-minute trip down spooky lane? Join Karen and Greg as they celebrate the 61st anniversary of the 1963 gem “The Raven“, a gothic horror comedy overflowing with laughs and thrills! Our hosts raise a toast to this campy masterpiece featuring Vincent Price, Peter Lorre, and Boris Karloff in a magical (and mischievous) showdown. Get ready for: Witty banter and comedic spells: Buckle up for side-splitting dialogue and slapstick humor amidst the eerie castles and spooky shadows. Iconic performances: Witness Vincent Price ham it up as the brooding magician Erasmus Craven, alongside the unforgettable supporting cast of horror legends. A splash of nostalgia: Relive the golden age of B-movie gothic horror with its charmingly low-budget aesthetic and classic storytelling. The Black Raven Cocktail: Get in the spirit with a themed drink chosen by Karen inspired by the film’s title. Whether you’re a horror buff, a comedy connoisseur, or just looking for a unique movie night experience, this episode is for you! Tune in for insightful discussion, hilarious commentary, and maybe even a spooky surprise or two.
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The Terror (1963) – SSP133
On November 23rd, we celebrate the birthday of Boris Karloff, one of the most iconic horror actors of all time. To mark the occasion, Karen has chosen the 1963 film "The Terror" for our viewing pleasure this week. Join Karen and Greg as they discuss "The Terror" while enjoying a "Black Widow" cocktail, a classic horror-themed drink. They'll talk about Karloff's performance, the film's gothic atmosphere, and its complex themes.
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The Comedy of Terrors – SSP092
Celebrating the 59th anniversary of it's release on January 22, 1964, Greg has chosen the horror-comedy “The Comedy of Terrors” starring Vincent Price, Peter Lorre and Boris Karloff for our viewing pleasure this week. Join Greg and Karen as they discuss the film while they enjoy an “Undertaker” cocktail.
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The Mummy (1932) – SSP083
Celebrating the birthday today of Boris Karloff, Karen has chosen the classic 1932 Universal film “The Mummy” for our viewing pleasure this week. Join Greg and Karen as they discuss the film while they enjoy an "Egyptian Martini".
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The Old Dark House (1932) – SSP078
Celebrating the 90th anniversary of it’s release on October 20, 1932, Greg has chosen the pre-code film “The Old Dark House”, starring Boris Karloff for our viewing pleasure this week. Join Greg and Karen as they discuss the film while they enjoy a “Dark 'n Stormy” cocktail.
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The Black Cat – SSP044
Greg has finally bought into Karen's belief that February is the "month of love". Continuing on that theme, Greg has chosen the 1935 film "The Black Cat" for our viewing pleasure. Join Greg and Karen as they discuss the film while they enjoy a "Black Cat Cocktail".
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The Bride of Frankenstein – SSP043
Continuing in her belief that February is the "month of love", Karen has chosen the 1935 Universal film “The Bride of Frankenstein” for this episode, Join Greg and Karen as they discuss the film while enjoying a "Hair Raiser" cocktail.
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The Ape – SSP042
"The Ape" from 1940 starring Boris Karloff is the film Greg picked for us to enjoy on this episode. Join Greg and Karen as they discuss and critique the film while drinking "Spinal Tap Shooters". Hilarity is sure to ensue.
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Frankenstein – SSP031
Join Greg & Karen as they discuss the 1931 Universal film "Frankenstein" while enjoying a "Lightning Bolt". This delicious cocktail was found on Fandom.