Stuff To Blow Your Mind

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: It! The Terror from Beyond Space

7 snips
Jun 30, 2025
The hosts dive into the 1958 sci-fi horror classic, highlighting its influence on the iconic 'Alien.' They explore the film's campy charm and discuss its memorable characters, including notable performances by character actors. The conversation touches on the unique design of the monster and the challenges of special effects at the time. Nostalgic advertisements and pop culture references add a playful touch. Finally, they examine themes of survival and cosmic horror that resonate through the film, making it a fascinating listen for genre enthusiasts.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
INSIGHT

Influential Space Horror Classic

  • "It! The Terror from Beyond Space" significantly influenced the 1979 film "Alien."
  • This 1958 space horror film blends classic B-movie elements with early space exploration themes.
ANECDOTE

Marshall Thompson’s Haunted Role

  • Marshall Thompson's performance as Colonel Carruthers is deeper than expected.
  • He convincingly plays a haunted man accused of murdering his crew in an effective drama role.
ANECDOTE

Ray Corrigan’s Gorilla Expertise

  • Ray "Crash" Corrigan specialized in playing gorilla suits, including the monster here.
  • His demanding work involved specialized movement that few can replicate, highlighting creature acting skill.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app