Midnight Mass

Episode 46: Killer Klowns from Outer Space

November 23, 2022 Peaches Christ & Michael Varrati Season 3 Episode 46
Midnight Mass
Episode 46: Killer Klowns from Outer Space
Show Notes

Terror under the Big Top! This week, Peaches and Michael are spinning some cotton candy in celebration of 1988's KILLER KLOWNS FROM OUTER SPACE! In addition to discussing this Chiodo Brothers-helmed classic's rise from video store shelves to haunted attraction staple, our hosts delve into its undeniable impact on a whole subgenre of fright films that followed. Joining the conversation is acclaimed journalist Amanda Bartlett, whose recent SFGate article about this groundbreaking slice of cinema provided a comprehensive look into all things Killer Klown. Then, celebrated filmmaker S.H. Stewart stops by to passionately share how this movie has been with him since his humble horror beginnings. From acid pies to shadow play, this episode has it all! Go!

Check out Amanda's SFGate article on Killer Klowns here: https://www.sfgate.com/local/article/killer-klowns-movie-central-coast-17529144.php