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Oriental Snatch at Wefunder – Invest in the upcoming film. (WARNING: Film investing is highly speculative and results are not guaranteed. Never invest more than you are willing to lose.)

Chainsaws Were Singing (2024): Read Giles Edwards’ review. The homemade Estonian chainsaw musical was released on Blu-ray this week, although at the time of release it was listed as out-of-stock. Also available on VOD.  Check availability of Chainsaws Were Singing Blu-ray.

“The Ninja Trilogy”: Three 80s ninja movies from Canon Films, all starring Sho Kosugi. The general consensus is that series starts out cheap and boring, but gets worse/more entertainingly absurd with each sequel, climaxing with the “whacked out experience” (Commercial Appeal) of the ninja possession cheesefest Ninja III: The Domination. In a new 4K UHD and Blu-ray combo, with each film also sold separately. Buy “The Ninja Trilogy”.

“Return to Reason: Four Films by Man Ray”: Four experimental films from the 1920s from Surrealist Man Ray, given a new ambient soundtrack by Sqürl (a band composed of Jim Jarmusch and Carter Logan). The Criterion Collection releases it with lots of Sqürl-centered extras. Buy “Return to Reason: Four Films by Man Ray.”

“Scott Pilgrim Takes Off: The Complete Limited Series”: Read Shane Wilson’s review. This release has been pushed back to March 2026, when we may know more (and mention it again). In the meantime, catch this animated comic meta-spin on Scott Pilgrim vs. the World on Netflix. Pre-order “Scott Pilgrim Takes Off: The Complete Limited Series.”

Under the Skin (2013) Symphonic screening: Read the Canonically Weird review! A special screening of the weird Scarlett Johansson-led feature about a predatory female alien prowling Scotland, as part of a series of A24 films being screened at the United Theater Los Angeles with live orchestral accompaniment. February 26, 2026, but tickets are on sale now.

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No guest scheduled for next week’s Pod 366 (but of course, there was no guest scheduled for last week’s Pod 366, but one showed up anyway). At any rate, Giles and Greg will be back to discuss the week’s news and new releases. In written content, learn if Enar Clarke loved the She Loved Blossoms More (2024), Shane Wilson consults The Magus (1968), and Gregory J. Smalley observes A.J. Goes to the Dog Park (2025). Onward and weirdward!

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Angel’s Egg (1985): Read Simon Hyslop’s original List Candidate review! In a desolate city, an angelic young girl cherishes an egg. We have been waiting for this one to be re-issued since the day this site first came into existence; that day is finally here. In theaters, physical media to follow soon. Angel’s Egg official site and check for locations.

The Carpenter’s Son (2025): Nicolas Cage plays “Joseph” in this teenage “Jesus” horror movie inspired by the apocryphal (not apocryphally weird) Infancy Gospel of Thomas. It’s understandably getting review bombed by angry Christians on IMDb, but mainstream critics aren’t exactly loving it, either; we’ll check it out anyway. The Carpenter’s Son official site.

Dark City (1998): Read the Canonically Weird review! The standard version of the Arrow limited edition set of the Canonically Weird sci-fi psychothriller we discussed on a previous episode; choose either the Blu-ray or the 4K UHD version (not both).  Buy Dark City.

Él (1953): An older man grows insanely jealous of his beautiful, entirely faithful younger wife. An early-to-mid Mexican period film from Luis Buñuel, so not as weird as his early and late outings, but still historically fascinating to watch his development as a filmmaker. The Criterion collection adds this one to their expansive Buñuel offerings in a new restoration with archival interviews and so forth. Buy Él.

Hundreds of Beavers (2022): Read the Apocryphally Weird review! With the arrival of cold weather, Beavers is (are) back on tour, in select theaters throughout December.  Hundreds of Beavers Northwoods 2025 tour list.

Reflection in a Dead Diamond (2025): Read Giles Edwards’ Apocrypha Candidate review. Hélène Cattet and Bruno Forzani fracture the Eurospy genre into bizarro shards like fragments of an exploding metallic dress. Now in limited release, then to be a Shudder exclusive for some time. No official site located.

Slide (2024): Read Giles Edwards’ Apocrypha Candidate review. Bill Plympton‘s animated musical Western gets a one week run at Cinema Village in Manhattan; wouldn’t be surprised to see it show up on Blu-ray in 2026. Bill Plympton’s linktree for links.

Universal Language (2024): Read Gregory J. Smalley’s Apocrypha Candidate review. Matthew Rankin‘s Canadian/Iranian postmodern comedy mashup should speak to everyone. Now on Blu-ray or DVD. Buy Universal Language.

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Pod 366 will be off next week for Thanksgiving. In written content, however, Shane Wilson celebrates Fun in Balloon Land (1965), Giles Edwards takes The Demon’s Rook (check above), and Gregory J. Smalley amps himself up for the animated time travel of Arco (2025). Onward and weirdward!

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Alice in Wonderland musical (202?): Here’s a project based on a “trippy, picaresque novel” (Variety‘s words) that is almost certain to not be weird. Apparently trying to recapture the box office magic of Wicked, Universal Pictures is putting an “Alice in Wonderland” movie into production, starring pop singer Sabrina Carpenter. Hopes are not high ’round here.  Variety drops the news.

Arco (2025): A time-traveling, rainbow themed boy from the future travels “back” to 2075. Neon views it as a marketable enough property to bring in Will Ferrell, America Ferrera,  Mark Ruffalo, and Natalie Portman (who also co-produced) to do dubbing. Arco official site.

The Boy and the Heron (2023): Hayao Miyazaki‘s final (?) film fantasy gets a re-release as part of the “Ghibli Fest” series, from Nov. 14 (today) to Wednesday, Nov. 19. Read Gregory J. Smalley’s Apocrypha Candidate review. Search for a theater near you.

Boys Go to Jupiter (2024): Read Giles Edwards’ Apocrypha Candidate review. Julian Glander‘s one-man Blender-animated labor-of-love about young Billy 5000 finding an alien while struggling in the gig economy is out on VOD now. Also see our interview with Julian Glander. Rent or buy Boys Go to Jupiter.

Cafe Flesh (1982): Read Terri McSorely’s review. The post-apocalyptic art-house film with some explicit sex arrives on 4K UHD (previously available on Blu-ray).  Buy Cafe Flesh.

Daniela Forever (2024): A depressed man recreates his lost lover through lucid dreaming. This possibly weird sci-fi outing from the director of Timecrimes is now on Blu-ray. Buy Daniela Forever.

Eva Man (1980)/The Return of Eva Man (1982): This Italian sex comedy (and sequel) about a hermaphrodite is extremely rare, but those who’ve seen it report that it is quite bizarre. Now on Blu-ray from Mondo Macabro, these have never been seen on disc before (at least, not in the U.S.). Buy Eva Man/The Return of Eva Man.

“The Luc Besson Collection”: This set of films from the cult director includes the following: La Dernier Combat, Atlantis, Angel-A (Blu-ray only); Subway, The Big Blue, La Femme Nikita, Leon: The Professional, The Fifth Element, The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc (on both Blu-ray and 4K UHD). Buy “The Luc Besson Collection”.

Mr. K (2025): Read Enar Clarke’s review. The surreal Crispin Glover-led hotel-set feature is now available for everyone to check out on VOD. Buy or rent Mr. K.

Oriental Snatch (202?): Ryland Brickson Cole Tews is brewing up a new project: a swinging-70s set spoof about the aftermath of the D.B. Cooper caper. With an armored Nazi alligator, apparently. You can invest in it at WeFunder. Oriental Snatch at WeFunder.

“Shudder: A Decade of Fearless Horror”: This Blu-ray set includes Terrified (2018), The Mortuary Collection (2019), The Dark and the Wicked (2020), Host (2020), VHS/94 (2021), Caveat (2022), Skinamarink (2023), Late Night with the Devil (2024), and In a Violent Nature (2024). But the big draw for us is Phil Tippett‘s Apocryphally Weird stop-motion hellscape, Mad God. Buy “Shudder: A Decade of Fearless Horror”.

WHAT’S IN THE PIPELINE:

No guest scheduled on Pod 366 next week, but Greg and Giles will return to discuss the week’s news and new releases before Thanksgiving break. In written content, Shane Wilson ogles 8 1/2 Women (1999), Enar Clarke defies the Pet Shop Boys proclamation that It Couldn’t Happen Here (1987), Giles Edwards finally covers Finally Dawn (2023), and Gregory J. Smalley puts Forever Daniela (see above) to rest. Onward and weirdward!

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Close-Up: an Odd-yssey (2026?): Lucy takes a cosmic journey to Mars with her pot dealer. Expanded from the psychedelic short of the same name; primary shooting is complete, but the eventual release date (and release method) is unknown. Producers Nick Gatsby and Skye Armenta are seeking an additional $2000 and change (figures differ and are subject to change), mostly to secure music rights. Close-Up: An Odd-ysey on Gofundme.

Freaked (1993): Read Rob Steele’s review. Alex Winter‘s freaky cult comedy is newly restored in 4K and available on video-on demand; also on a packed 4K UHD/Blu-ray collector’s edition currently available directly from Drafthouse Films. Freaked on VOD.

I Love Boosters (2026?): We know almost nothing about Boots Riley‘s next feature except that it revolves around shoplifters, will be distributed by Neon, and has cast that includes Keke Palmer, Demi Moore, Lakeith Stanfield, and Naomie Ackie. We’re also almost sure that Riley is as incapable of making a film that’s not weird as he is making a movie that’s not Marxist. More details at Deadline.

Obex (2025): Read Giles Edwards’ festival capsule. In the 1980s, a computer nerd enters a video game searching for his missing dog. We now have an official theatrical release date for this weird Albert Birney indie: January 9, 2026. Obex official site.

The Sleepless Girl (202?): François Chang plans on adapting his dream-reality blurring short film about a man who may exist only in a dream and his coma-bound dreamer. Proudly surreal, it’s been in pre-production for 2 years and is now seeking Japanese funding to make it a reality. Good luck to Chang. The notice comes via Variety.

Ultra (202?): Another in-development psychological thriller, this one about a grieving endurance runner in a Death Valley marathon. Shailene Woodley is attached, but we’re not sure how far along this is (and how weird it will eventually be). More at Variety.

Yorgos Lanthimos taking a break?: After making three (excellent and weird) movies in three years, Yorgos Lanthimos feels it necessary to publicly announce that he will be taking a break from filmmaking. Not sure how concerned we should be, but we’d wager Lanthimos, who’s only 52, can’t bear to stay out of the game for long. The news come from Deadline.

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No guest scheduled for next week on Pod 366, but Greg and Giles will return with all the weird news and new releases. In written reviews, Shane Wilson gets funky with Welcome Home, Brother Charles (1975), while Gregory J. Smalley catches up on his Halloween backlog with V/H/S Halloween (2025). Onward and weirdward!