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Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · Oct 2

#KJHorror25 Thread!

Once again I am watching horror movies for October, most likely ones I haven't yet seen. Last year, I threw fifty years into a randomizer and picked a movie from each:

List of movies:

Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016)
The Loved Ones (2009)
Possessor (2020)
The Calling (2000)
Pulse (2001)
Shutter (2004)
Cube (1997)
Angst (1983)
Inside (2007)
Brain Damage (1988)
Mortuary Collection (2019)
The Lure (2015)
Rare Exports (2010)
When Evil Lurks (2023)
Bad Moon (1996)
Opera (1987)
Sleep Tight (2011)
Dead End (2003)
The Shout (1978)
The Day of the Beast (1995)
Cult (2013)
Brainscan (1994)
Watcher (2022)
Subspecies (1991)
From Beyond (1986)
Wishcraft (2002)
Demons (1985)
Martyrs (2008)
House of Sweat and Tears (2018)
Dead & Buried (1981)
Intruder (1989)

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Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 16h

Shuffle Song of the Day #343: Shades of Time - Santana

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Cover of the debut eponymous album from Santana

A white cover with black writing on the right of the band/album name...the left is a black and white image of a lion (perhaps mid-roar), with a number of faces and other details embedded within the more immediately noticeable lion face

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 1d

Shuffle Song of the Day #342: I'll Never Get Over You Getting Over Me - Exposé

#KJSSotD

Cover of the self-titled album from Exposé

Black and white photo of the trio wearing black dresses in a cracked desert with a changing booth and beach chair in the background...the band/album name is in the top right corner in black with a hint of color outlining each letter

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 2d

Shuffle Song of the Day #341: TSOP (The Sound of Philadelphia) - The Three Degrees

#KJSSotD

Cover of "International" by The Three Degrees

Portrait photo of the trio against a scenic (cove?) background

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 2d

In no particular order (well, in the order I watched them I guess), my favorites this year were probably:

The Monkey (2025)
Cellar Dweller (1988)
Fright Night (1985)
Clown (2014)

#KJHorror25

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 2d

My credits connection approach this year was great for getting to movies I might not have otherwise considered, but problematic because it often took me much too long to pick my next movie when going through the options. Still, I'm excited for next year (whatever I end up doing)!

#KJHorror25

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 2d

31. I, Madman (1989)

A delightful conclusion to my month of movies. Jenny Wright was great, and I really enjoyed the vibe throughout this one. Coupled with The Gate, this is a nice one-two punch from Tibor Takács.

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Poster for "I, Madman"

A woman is shown reading a book with a graphic cover reminiscent of the scene she herself is sitting in, a creepy man with a mask and a syringe reaching for her from behind (in between rows of books in the main image, without much background detail on the cover)...the title and various credits at the bottom of this image

Above: "SPEND THE NIGHT WITH A MADMAN."
Below: "Theirs Is Not A Storybook Romance."

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 2d

Credits Connector: Jim Aupperle (Effects Cameraman)

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Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 2d

I don't know what this portends with regards to Game 7 of the World Series, but was watching my final movie (I, Madman) for #KJHorror25 (post coming soon!) and had this catch my eye

Still from "I, Madman" showing a newspaper. In the top right corner, the text reads: "Dodgers and Blue Jays near trade"

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 3d

30. After Midnight (1989)

I am a sucker for anthologies, so this hit the spot tonight. Ramy Zada kicked off his second appearance this year with a bang and did his job pretty well. Strong mix of folks in this one!

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Poster for "After Midnight"

Black background with an image of a ring of fire around a clock face, from which a girl is reaching up and out with a shocked look on her face...the clock face's background is clouds (for some reason?) and there is lightning coming down from the top of the poster to strike the XII

Top tagline, in green: "Terror Has No Curfew."

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 3d

Credits Connector: Loyda Ramos (Actor, Twin #1)

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David Cooper @davidbcooper.bsky.social · 3d

This was just a sampling of the whole project, there were over 30 in total and you can see Moe-st of them here:

www.dotheartman.com/moe

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Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 3d

If you see this post an AEW gif just because

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 3d

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Kelly Dwyer @kdonhoops.com · 4d

The undefeated Bulls

The problem with the first week of an 82-game NBA season is that everybody is right, still. Everyone is correct. Every misstep is a merely blip, never a sign, rather a one-off to be attributed to luck...

www.kdonhoops.com

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Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 3d

Shuffle Song of the Day #340: Distant Lover - Marvin Gaye

#KJSSotD

Cover of "Let's Get It On" by Marvin Gaye

Slightly blurred photo of Marvin wearing a yellow shirt with a jacket(?) over it and a red hat

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 4d

29. Hellhole (1985)

Really fun movie that knew what it was and went all in on it. Ray Sharkey was a delight throughout. Going in blind meant I had no idea there was going to be so much nudity...it was a lot. Nice to see Robert Z'Dar as well.

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Poster for "Hellhole"

A masked doctor in sunglasses is shown brandishing a needle while holding a woman with his other hand, neck exposed and shirt open....below is a still from the movie and a couple of silhouette women fighting, with credits below

Bottom left: "CAPTIVES . . . Stripped Naked, Forced to Submit To The Ultimate Experiment! HELLHOLE . . . Pray They Don't Succeed!"

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 4d

Credits Connector: Ted Roberts (Music Editor)

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Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 4d

Shuffle Song of the Day #339: Love Me Do - Badfinger

#KJSSotD

Cover of "No Dice" by Badfinger

Black and white photo of a woman with thick hair looking towards the camera

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 5d

Been tricky to stay on top of things this month, but the end is at least not too far off now.

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 5d

Shuffle Song of the Day #338: Dance Apocalyptic - Janelle Monáe

#KJSSotD

Cover of "The Electric Lady" by Janelle Monáe

Artwork of six similar looking android women (Monáe being the basis for their look) in black and white tops posing with eyes towards the viewer....there is a shining metal skull on the ground as well

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 5d

Will see 1987 or 1989 for that last movie depending on where you look/what you go by, but I am rolling with 1988 based on alleged European theatrical release (MIFED would be the '87 basis, but that seems to not really count based on my bit of research). Not really a big deal.

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 5d

28. Dark Tower (1988)

Bit of a dud here. Slow, dull, not well put together. Sometimes going in blind leads to this result. Strong cast, but kind of a waste.

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Poster for "Dark Tower"

Image of a skyscraper that becomes a coffin about halfway up, into a lightning filled sky...a number of people are standing in front of the building looking in its direction

Below the title: "It reaches Heaven . . . and touches Hell!"

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 5d

Credits Connector: Michael Moriarty (Actor, David)

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Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 5d

Muffin update

Cat (Muffin) laying on a tile floor, looking off to our left, at something unknown

Jose Mondragon @kingjoseus.bsky.social · 5d

27. The Stuff (1985)

Sometimes you have to follow up a serious movie with over the top absurdity. Really fun, Moriarty was perfect for his role here. Some good one liners too.

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Poster for "The Stuff"

A face and hands amidst a black background, with mouth agape (jaw open in an unnaturally wide manner) and a white substance pouring out of the eyes and mouth....the top of the poster says "WARNING!" in big red lettering, while the title is written in a yellow "oozed" text below

Next to the face, in white:

"If you see THE STUFF in stores . . . call the police.

If you have it in your home . . . don't touch it . . . get out.

THE STUFF is a product of nature . . . a deadly living organism.

It is addictive and destructive.

It can overcome your mind and take over your body . . .

and nothing can stop it."