Time Travel Slasher 'Totally Killer' With Director Nahnatchka Khan
Oct 6, 2023
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"Nahnatchka Khan, Director of 'Totally Killer,'" talks about 80s horror inspirations, balancing comedy and horror, and more from behind the scenes of Prime Video's new time travel slasher. The hosts also review the film and discuss their thoughts on "Loki" Season 2. Kevin shares his interview story with Blink 182's Tom DeLonge.
Loki Season 2 offers captivating episodes that delve into the TVA and multiverse, with impressive production values and excellent chemistry between Owen Wilson and Tom Hiddleston.
Totally Killer is a refreshing and fun combination of horror and comedy, paying homage to 80s films while offering a fresh take, making it a perfect watch for Halloween.
Kevin shares his mixed reaction to 'The Exorcist: Believer', praising the solid filmmaking but criticizing the underwhelming third act, and discusses his exciting interview with Tom DeLonge about 'Monsters of California'.
Deep dives
Summary 1
Loki Season 2 is a new addition to the MCU and requires viewers to be up to speed on the previous Loki episodes and the overall MCU. The production values and sets are top-notch, and the chemistry between Owen Wilson and Tom Hiddleston is excellent. The show delves deep into the TVA and the multiverse, introducing key characters and building the mythology. The first four episodes are captivating, and the ending of episode four leaves a major impact. Overall, Loki Season 2 is a must-watch for MCU fans who want to dive deeper into the world of Loki and the TVA.
Summary 2
Totally Killer is a new Amazon Prime movie that combines horror, comedy, and time travel. The film successfully blends these genres, delivering both laughs and scares. It pays homage to 80s horror films while also offering a fresh take on the genre. The comedy is well-executed, using references to 80s movies effectively and progressing the plot. The horror elements are intense and violent, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre. The performances are strong, with the main cast capturing the essence of their characters. Totally Killer is a perfect watch for the Halloween season, offering a fun and engaging experience.
Summary 3
The podcast episode discussed Loki Season 2 and Totally Killer. The hosts praised the production values and sets of Loki, as well as the chemistry between Owen Wilson and Tom Hiddleston. They emphasized the need for prior knowledge of the MCU for a better understanding of the plot. Regarding Totally Killer, they admired its successful combination of horror and comedy, with references to 80s movies that enhance the storytelling. The hosts mentioned the film's strong performances and the enjoyment it brings to fans of the horror genre. They recommended Totally Killer as a perfect choice for Halloween viewing.
The Exorcist Believer: A Mixed Bag Reaction
Kevin shares his mixed reaction to the movie 'The Exorcist Believer'. He acknowledges that the reviews haven't been great but believes it's not as bad as they suggest. He praises the solid filmmaking, particularly the strong first half and psychological elements. However, he criticizes the underwhelming third act and rushed execution. While he finds Ellen Burstyn's performance intriguing, he doesn't think it carries the same impact as Jamie Lee Curtis' return in the Halloween franchise. Kevin also discusses the muddled state of the Exorcist franchise and the high cost of the movie trilogy rights.
Interviewing Tom DeLonge: A Rock Star's Filmmaking Journey
Kevin reflects on his exciting interview with rocker Tom DeLonge, discussing his film 'Monsters of California'. Kevin shares his admiration for the musician and their impact on his life. He praises the interesting song choices in the film's trailer and describes the movie's paranormal storyline involving a group of teenagers. Kevin highlights the passion and personal touch Tom brings to his work as a director and songwriter. He mentions the impressive performances by Richard Kind and Casper Van Dien and concludes by expressing his excitement about speaking with Tom DeLonge about his art.
"Totally Killer," starring Kiernan Shipka and Julie Bowen, blew us away with its refreshing and fun take on the slasher genre. Director Nahnatchka Khan joins us to talk about the many 80s horror inspirations, balancing comedy and horror, and more from behind the scenes of Prime Video's new time travel slasher.
After the interview, we give our full review of the film. Sean also gives us his preview of "Loki" Season 2 which has finally arrived on Disney+. Kevin reviews "The Exorcist: Believer" and shares the incredible story of his interview with Blink 182's Tom DeLonge.