How Did This Get Made? The First Power LIVE!
Sep 8, 2023
In this podcast, the hosts break down the 1990 horror-thriller 'The First Power'. They discuss Lou Diamond Phillips' character constantly pulling out his gun, the portrayal of a sultry psychic, and the question of whether the killer possessed a horse. They also mention Paul getting lost during the audience Q&A and share updates on tour dates and merchandise.
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Supernatural Powers in The First Power
- The movie "The First Power" centers on a killer with supernatural powers bestowed by the devil.
- Only God or the devil can grant these powers, such as possessing bodies and immortality.
Jesus and The Three Powers
- The killer in the movie holds the third power: possession of others' bodies.
- Jesus supposedly had all three powers: immortality, future sight, and possession.
Cigarette Style Undermines Cop Image
- Lou Diamond Phillips' character holds a cigarette awkwardly, undermining his tough detective image.
- His youthful appearance clashes with the role of a hardened cop who captured five serial killers.