Featuring your favourite scream queen’s favourite scream queen
Una O’Connor
There is nothing like a quiet retreat in the country to clear your head, at least until the locals see through you, its 1933’s The Invisible Man (3:23)
Next, marvel as Una O’Connor takes a woodchipper to 12 pages of otherwise dry exposition, in 1935’s Bride of Frankenstein (2:37)
It’s alive, IT’S ALIVE! It’s the creation scene from 1931’s Frankenstein. Featuring spectacular electrical effects by Kenneth Strickfaden (3:34)
When you have Una bring the panic, it’s so easy to believe in The Invisible Man that nobody looks for the fishing line. (3:43)
Frankenstein enjoys some food and music with a new friend, posing the question: was he truly a monster or simply in need of gradual exposure therapy and reasonable accommodations for sensory sensitivity? 1935’s Bride of Frankenstein (4:04)
Also, don’t listen to Frankenstein, smoking is bad -ed.
Finally, the moment we’ve all been waiting for, Una’s back as Frankenstein meets Minnie, in 1935’s Bride of Frankenstein (0:31)
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Next, if you ask any girl from the parish around what their favorite short film is, and after they tell you to mind your own business, they will let you know that they are fond of the Log Drivers Waltz directed by John Weldon Watch it here.
We tried to take it off because at 7 minutes it was too long for our format, but you know how that goes, its The Cat Came Back directed by Cordell Barker Watch it here.
Also keep your eyes open for a surprise appearance by the elusive Canadian House Hippo!
Visit us today!
We are located in the third window from the alley, on the Woodland Drive side of the Vancouver Hack Space.
More information about the East Van Vodville and its construction in this thread.
Finally we’d like to thank the NFB for not sending us a cease and desist letter… yet.
First up, Buster Keaton finds out the dangers of sleeping on the job in 1924’s Sherlock Jr. Wikipedia(3:18)
Next we learn the hazards of over cranking the film with the magic lantern scene from Karel Zeman’s 1958 masterpiece Invention For Destruction Wikipedia(2:05)
Singing on the job does make the day go faster, but if you are a projectionist is a good idea to keep the PA system off. Its the musical projectionists scene from 1937’s This Way Please directed by Robert Florey. (1:46) Wikipedia
Finally we reveal what’s happening when you press the button, its the reopening scene from 1957’s The Smallest Show on Earth directed by Basil Dearden (1:39) Wikipedia
It’s summer and you know that that means… ADVENTURE!
First up, it’s the first use of bluescreen in a feature film, a technology that led to all the CGI wonders we have today. It’s the flying horse from 1940’s The Thief of Bagdad. More info on the chroma key process Wiki
Next we have Buster Keaton, playing Jimmie Shannon, who will receive a huge inheritance if he gets married by 7 pm, dodging dozens of rocks and even more potential brides in 1925’s Seven Chances Seriously, this chase scene goes on for over 20 minutes and it’s all amazing, stay tuned for more clips of this Watch online Wiki
Next we have a literal cannonball ride courtesy of the Czech master of combining live action and animation, Karel Zeman. It’s 1962’s The Fabulous Baron Munchausen. This film, and Zeman’s work as a whole was heavily influential on many directors, including Terry Gillam, and Tim Burton. More About Karel Zeman Wiki
Finally we can all scream along with Fay Wray and King Kong as they battle a T-rex in the eponymous 1933 classic featuring absolutely stunning animation by Willis O’Brien. Content warning: PG black & white puppet gore. Watch online Wiki
Next we join Charlie Chaplin playing a bumbling new hire learning the ropes in the early days of film. Behind the Screen, 1916 (2:44)
Want to see what chaos ensues when you supply over three thousand weaponized pies to a bustling city street? We’ve got you covered in this clip from The Battle of the Century, 1927 (3:42) -ed: and it keeps going after this
Ever looked at the violence that rocked prohibition era America and thought “this would make a swell children’s musical comedy?” No? That’s because you are not Sir Alan Parker and it’s not the seventies. We proudly present the speakeasy pie shootout from 1976’s Bugsy Malone (1:46)
Finally we bring it home with the master himself, Buster Keaton, recreating the glory days of silent film in 1939’s Hollywood Cavalcade. (3:14)
If you feel inspired to play along at home, remember two things:
Only toss a pie at someone with their enthusiastic consent
This week, by viewer request, we are serving up a taster flight of Charlie Chaplin
First up, it’s 1928’s The Circus. Here we have Chaplin, as the tramp, in the right place at the right time for a new job. Hijinks ensue. (3:10)
Next we have Chaplin’s Nonsense Song from 1936’s Modern Times. Showing us that if you don’t know the words, don’t worry: it’s all about the delivery. (4:05)
After that, we have a clip from 1921’s The Kid. A heartfelt scene about an upstart family-owned glass repair business. (3:17)
1952’s Limelight, shows Chaplin returning to his vaudeville roots in a virtuoso violin act accompanied by an almost unrecognisable Buster Keaton on the piano. (3:18) ed - we cut out the really beautiful sentimental song in the middle for length, it plays better with our format, but go check out the original.
Finally we learn the value of properly locked off work areas. It’s the iconic skating scene from Modern Times, 1936. (2:15)
This week, we are proud to feature a selection of scenes from French director and master of slapstick sight gags,
Pierre Étaix.
First up, it’s the seamlessly choreographed caravan departure scene from 1965’s brilliant riches to rags to riches film Yo Yo. (3:24)
Next is a short scene from 1962’s The Suitor, where a job is never done when an obsessed fan is involved. (1:16)
We change gears in our third scene, and learn about the vast possibilities of a mid-century miracle cleaner in As Long as You’ve Got Your Health, 1966 (4:26)
After that we return to Yo Yo, to learn how to take care of your pets when you’re part of the 0.01%. (2:38)
Finally we check out the dream sequence in 1969’s Le Grand Amour, where even if your dreams and your love are free, it’s still a good idea to comply with all relevant local traffic ordinances. (4:46)
This week, in salute to the dog days of summer,
we are proud to present a selection of:
Creature Features
First up, its a good ol’fashioned dinosaur fight from 1925’s The Lost World. With excellent stop motion by Willis H. O’Brien, who went on to animate such classic creature features as Mighty Joe Young, and King Kong (2:32)
Onward to 1953, we meet The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms, animated by O’Brien’s protege, and successor, Ray Harryhausen. Watch for excellent performances by screaming extras heroically padding out the run time. (1:49)
Stop motion is great and all, but what if we just put a stuntman in a rubber suit instead? Now what just brushed against your leg in the pond? Must be the Creature from the Black Lagoon, 1954. (3:34)
The first rule of Kaiju fight club: No building shall be left undestroyed. It’s the King of the Monsters himself in 1954’s Godzilla Raids Again. With special effects by Eiji Tsuburaya. (2:46)
Finally we jump to 1966’s Ultraman - Episode 14. With the most fabulously hand puppety hand puppet monster we’ve ever seen. It’s Eiji Tsuburaya showing us that last decade’s blockbuster extravaganzas are this year’s Saturday morning television. (2:41)
This week we delve into the wonders of modern innovation, its
What will they think of next?!
First up, we check out the latest in multi-function furniture in 1940’s Christmas in July (1:20)
Then we leap ahead to The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951), where new alien technology meets a good old fashioned American army welcome. (4:20)
1965’s YoYo shows us the latest and greatest in prop technology for the business clown on the go. (2:45)
Next we travel to the Forbidden Planet (1956), where we meet Robbie, a robot pushing the boundaries of binary computing. (3:41)
Finally, we are presenting a new series,
Kaiju of the Week!
To start us off we visit the island of misfit monsters in 1968’s Destroy all Monsters. Here we learn about the impenetrable defences constructed by top scientists, which will surely contain the island’s residents, and in no way allow them to escape and wreak havoc in the second act. (2:06)
This week, it’s an all singing, some dancing Vaudeville Review!
Lord, grant me the confidence of Mae West in a 3 storey sequin dress. In a rare VODVILLE-safe performance, she stars in all her glory in 1937’s Every Day’s a Holiday. (4:41)
Our next act brings us 1936’s Everything is Rhythm, where we explore the musical and sartorial potential of your average kitchen cupboard. (3:21)
Next it’s Lucille Ball (the one and only) in 1940’s Dance, Girl, Dance, delivering a public service announcement on the dangers of untreated jitterbug bites. (2:38)
Finally we have a frog, on a log, in a bog… and lookout! he’s got a banjo! It’s Kermit the Frog himself in 1979’s The Muppet Movie. Possible appearance by ninjas cutting onions. (3:21)
Kaiju of the Week!
Our kaiju this week is none other than the guardian of the earth herself, Mothra! Here featured in 1992’s Godzilla vs. Mothra. While heat ray reflective pollen might be the ultimate weapon, nothing is a match for friendship and a song. Special effects by Kōichi Kawakita. (4:04)