The Gentlemens Guide To Midnite Cinema

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A show for those of us who love genre movies. We cover horror, westerns, giallo, sci-fi, sports, sleaze, action and just about any other genre you can think of during the wee hours of the night. Join us every week here at the GGtMC!!!

Recent Episodes
  • Episode #723: Walkabout
    Apr 16, 2025 – 01:36:30
  • Episode #722: Demolition Man
    Apr 7, 2025 – 02:02:36
  • Episode #721: No Safe Haven
    Mar 31, 2025 – 02:41:56
  • Episode #720: The Champions
    Mar 24, 2025 – 01:41:08
  • Episode #719: Old Boyfriends
    Mar 17, 2025 – 02:36:36
  • Episode #718: Outrageous!
    Mar 10, 2025 – 01:37:42
  • Episode #717: Lifeguard
    Mar 3, 2025 – 02:51:12
  • Episode #716: Young Rebels
    Feb 24, 2025 – 02:04:57
  • Episode #715: Pandemonium
    Feb 17, 2025 – 02:14:39
  • Episode #714: Bad Blood
    Feb 10, 2025 – 01:58:31
  • Episode #713: The Tin Star
    Feb 3, 2025 – 01:38:31
  • Episode #712: North By Northwest
    Jan 27, 2025 – 01:28:03
  • Episode #711: Operation Hyacinth
    Jan 20, 2025 – 01:28:53
  • Episode #710: Four Riders
    Jan 13, 2025 – 01:54:39
  • Episode #709: Clearcut
    Jan 6, 2025 – 01:42:42
  • Episode #708: A Cold Dead Christmas
    Dec 23, 2024 – 04:00:25
  • Episode #707: Life After Fighting
    Dec 16, 2024 – 01:37:32
  • Episode #706: Uncle Boonme Who Can Recall His Past Lives
    Dec 9, 2024 – 01:16:27
  • Episode #705: The Threat
    Dec 2, 2024 – 01:14:06
  • Episode #704: Suspiria (2018)
    Nov 25, 2024 – 02:24:24
  • Episode #703: Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid
    Nov 11, 2024 – 02:18:46
  • Episode #702: The Disappearance
    Nov 4, 2024 – 01:51:52
  • Episode #701: Demon Witch Child
    Oct 31, 2024 – 01:30:10
  • Episode #700: Hellraiser
    Oct 26, 2024 – 02:10:30
  • Episode #699: The Death of the Jackal
    Oct 14, 2024 – 01:40:48
  • Episode #698: Trick Or Treat
    Oct 10, 2024 – 02:01:46
  • Episode #697: The Phantom of the Opera (1989)
    Oct 3, 2024 – 02:42:27
  • Episode #696: Basket Case
    Sep 26, 2024 – 01:32:27
  • Episode #695: Thunderclap
    Sep 19, 2024 – 01:50:59
  • Episode #694: The Three Burials Of Melquiades Estrada
    Sep 9, 2024 – 01:34:15
  • Episode #693: Rocco And His Brothers
    Sep 2, 2024 – 01:51:32
  • Episode #692: Bound
    Aug 26, 2024 – 01:17:02
  • Episode #691: One Man Force
    Aug 19, 2024 – 01:33:27
  • Episode #690: Mute Witness
    Aug 12, 2024 – 01:27:50
  • Episode #689: School on Fire
    Aug 5, 2024 – 01:30:07
  • Episode #688: The Day of the Locust
    Jul 15, 2024 – 01:29:51
  • Episode #687: Boy Kills World
    Jul 8, 2024 – 01:24:52
  • Episode #686: Without Apparent Motive
    Jul 1, 2024 – 01:17:26
  • Episode #685: The Doom Generation
    Jun 24, 2024 – 01:53:50
  • Episode #684: Set It Off
    Jun 17, 2024 – 01:48:22
  • Episode #683: Swallowed
    Jun 10, 2024 – 01:04:51
  • Episode #682: Querelle
    Jun 3, 2024 – 01:55:34
  • Episode #681: The World's Greatest Sinner
    May 27, 2024 – 01:27:25
  • Episode #680: His Motorbike, Her Island
    May 20, 2024 – 01:25:06
  • Episode #679: The Blue Jean Monster
    May 15, 2024 – 01:18:03
  • Episode #678: La Haine
    May 6, 2024 – 01:30:05
  • Episode 677: The Shootist
    Apr 29, 2024 – 02:26:40
  • Episode #676: Five Card Stud
    Apr 19, 2024 – 01:44:50
  • Episode #675: Disconnected
    Apr 8, 2024 – 02:20:18
  • Episode #674: Road House 2024
    Mar 27, 2024 – 02:06:02
Recent Reviews
  • EmceeAlister
    Weekly Must-Listen!
    Love this podcast! It encourages me to broaden the scope of films I would typically consider watching.
  • StevenG1983
    My favorite Monday morning podcast
    I love listening to Sammy & Will talk movies probably my favorites they feel like old friends! Keep doing the good work boys adios
  • David Meier Smith
    Sadly, I’m departing
    Five star to three. I’m 53 years old. Been collecting movies, specifically cult, sci-fi, horror, sleaze… for decades on Super 8, VHS, Beta, selectavision, laserdisc, dvd, Blu ray and 4K. I love my movies (repeat). I loved this podcast and have been listening from the absolute beginning back in the day when they, Cinema Diabolica and Outside the Cinema were all friends and such. I was so happy that Large William returned (but felt sorry for the other guy who filled in all that time (a little bitter about that, too)). Again. I love movies. I was an avid comic collector growing up (thousands in the storage room). Nothing has helped me to feel young and giddy again like watching the Marvel Movies for more than a decade. Seeing the comics and characters come to life on the big screen and treated so well. My ten year old self would have lost everything on the bet that we would ever see such grandeur and scale on the big screen. And that non-comic people would actually pay money to see guys in colorful outfits fighting each other and telling stories that sealed the fate of the universe. I can no longer listen to this podcast, though. The whole point of the marvel films is what Sammy hates about the films. Yes, like the cliffhangers (and comics) of old, we’re strung along to the next adventure (very rarely did the comic of the month tell a complete story). You’re thinking “blah”. I’m thinking… wow! I saw “Eternity” on the big screen! I saw freakin Sub-Mariner, winged feet, green pants and all, taken and portrayed (looking just like the comics) seriously! Average people are flocking to what I used to get ridiculed for reading. I’m loving it. What I’m not loving is this new time of hate that has popped up with social media. We can’t simply appreciate and love what we’re getting… and getting done well. We have to complain that it’s “not a real movie”. So, while Multiverse of Madness (amazing) is not a “real movie”, but something like Miami Connection is? By the way, I own both in multiple formats. I’m removing hate from my life of late. I no longer wish to hear it spat at things I love. So I have removed this podcast from my feed after 14 or so years. I will fondly say thank you for that time, but it is now time to say… adios!
  • JohnZen99
    Informative and fun
    My fav part is the “what I watched” part. It would be helpful d useful if you would publish a years-end rating list for all movies discussed. Thanks.
  • meltingMatt
    Varied taste, incredible back catalog of episodes
    That rare genre movie podcast that’s analytical about its film subjects while remaining accessible to just about every movie fan, from novice to cinephile. Always a good balance between humor and thoughtful discussion, whether they’re talking Fellini or PM Entertainment. The gentlemen hosts have a great rapport that comes across in every exchange and every episode. Highly recommended.
  • ehall720
    Head and Shoulders Above the Rest
    This podcast covers a large swath of genre films and avoids many of the traps that it’s competitors fall into. The three hosts have incredible chemistry, a quirky sense of humor, a huge amount of perspective on the topic, and a true love of cinema. They very deftly avoid hyperbole, insults, and politics. Sound quality is great.
  • Manny in VA
    Exceptional podcast for lovers of the obscure
    Both hosts are knowledgeable, informative and very likable. Love their in depth reviews and analysis. Glad I found this podcast!!! Have you guys reviewed every Blob movie? Maybe, Fiend Without A Face?
  • grover96
    I don't know why I didn't give them five stars sooner
    A must listen to for genre fans. A real(reel) passion for the art of filmmaking and great Gents all around
  • Invadermac
    You've got to be kidding...
    I listened because of previous good reviews, which it DOES NOT deserve in any way whatsoever-I mean seriously who's reviewing them their girlfriends? 2 hrs into a 3 hr review of a TRILOGY of movies, & they've actually covered less than 10 min of the 1st movie to such a shallow degree, it could have been for half a dozen other low budget horror. Background on director or various actors is great, but when you're just talking to hear yourself talk or you & your buddies are just shooting the $#+% it's a waste of my time.
  • DrThrowDown
    Unprofessional sounding and lack of show at times
    This podcast has a very unprofessional sound audio. Normally this would not be a problem since not everybody has grade A audio recording equipment but this podcast is at times just very unprofessional. The hosts often make loud noises that get caught in the microphone and this gets very annoying as it gets hard to heard (no they don't edit these noises out). In addition the hosts sometimes don't talk about the movies they are reviewing often telling random trivial facts about the movie and telling unfunny jokes. Also when they take breaks, they add crappy music that goes on for more than 30 seconds. I don't think that these guys edit this podcast expect for adding this crappy music during their breaks. Would not recommend this podcast when there are several other horror theme podcasts that are much better made.
  • AndySSF
    Bad MUTHA (average Dad)
    Probably the best genre movie podcast in the history of cinema.
  • Campbelldropout
    Great
    This podcast has introduced me to a new world of films. Genres I would never have probably explored if it wasn't for these two and the wonderful community they have created online. This is a podcast I enjoy listening to every week, these guys keep my netflix queue full and keep providing new films to add my own film library. They bring great knowledge and in depth discussion to any type of film. Keep up the good work. Give them a listen.
  • J Morbid
    GGTMC
    Probably the best genre movie podcast out there. These guys know their stuff. Never miss the GGTMC show.
  • January Girl KC
    An Exploitation Explosion
    Man oh man What a great show!!!! Never miss it! These guys know movies al movies good bad and all point in between Excellent Job Gents Marz&The january Girl!
  • xlandlord79
    My favorite podcast
    Of all the shows I've ever listened to since finding podcasts this is #1 for me. Can't say enough good things about the hosts and the guest hosts of GGTMC and the amazing feedback community that's formed around this and other former popsindicate and palavr shows.
  • One Trick Pony Rules
    The best podcast on the internet
    Will and Sam are great great men. The nicest and sweetest guys you'll ever meet in the world as well. Their show is great. There are other shows out there that feed you with everything under the sun, but what the GGTMC has, that sets it apart from any other show out there is the chemistry between the two gents....When you can find chemistry, you will always have gold.
  • NCodyN
    Maybe my favorite podcast
    Smart, funny conversation about a side of film that isn't frequently considered with a serious eye. Hosted by an especially approachable/accessible couple of guys who head up an amazing comumnity. Check them out.
  • Etrigan321
    The Gents truly bring class to the trash!
    Just a fantastic double feature podcast. Big Willy and the Sam U Rai are just two of the more knowledgeable folks around, just going through classics in all kinds of ways. Be it an Indonesian action film or a German Expressionist film, they give the same time and love to them all. And with Rupert's great interviews, there's always something new to listen to. Check this one out if you value films in general.
  • MikeMurphy260
    Outstanding
    Another outstanding podcast in Dirty Ho of Death. I'm a new listener and can tell you that these guys are two of the best out there.
  • BerthaEsq
    I love Sammy's voice!
    Great show! Thanks to both of you.
  • kolchak72
    Will expand your Netfix "to watch" cue!
    This is the first movie podcast I ever listened to,and it opened me up to movies I may not have looked at otherwise!Big Willy and The Samurai cover two films every week from the world of cult cinema.Giallos,spaghetti westerns,Eurocrime,cheesy action films,80s sex comedies,all covered with a surprisingly perceptive point of view among the dirty jokes.They will have you looking up and watching tons of movies,and it'll be worth it to find your new 'favorite"!
  • BSJones
    Stone Cold the Best
    This is my favorite podcast. The dedication these 2 guys have to the podcast is really admirable, you get a sense quickly of what a challenge it is to bring this thing to the air. I pay for a lot of stuff in this world that is ceaselessly disappointing--the GGTMC always comes correct! Super charismatic, super smart, salt of the Earth, films both know and impossibly unknowable--my favorite!
  • DrProfane
    Great stuff
    I discovered the Gentlemen relatively recently and I feel the way you do when you get tuned into a great band or author in mid-career. As good as all the great stuff to come is it's matched by all the great albums, books, or in this case, podcasts in the back catalog to dig thru. The Gentlemen's passion, knowledge and affection for all film but genre flicks in particular is delivered every podcast thru an easy, good-natured back and forth between the hosts (and guest hosts). Smart not snobby. Passionate not pretentious. Viva the GGTMC!
  • Coolasquentin
    These Gents are the best!
    I'll come out and say it, the Gentleman's Guide to Midnite Cinema is one of the best podcasts around. Hands down, you're not going to get better conversation between Sammy and Will, and the tons of guest who come on to help out when the schedules aren't coming together. I've been listening since day 1, and I feel as if I can't go a week without hearing the two of them, be it together or apart with friends speak about some of the best genre film (and sometimes worse) around. The latest episode featuring Hisss was a treat. The films they cover may be 'so bad, they're good' but this podcast is fantastic.
  • gialloman
    Great!!
    The GGTMC is without a doubt the best podcast on cult films on itunes (alongside Outside the Cinema and the dearly departed Cinema Diabolica)...Samurai and Big WIlly know their stuff and a genuine love for these kinds of films really comes thru...I look forward to every podcast....Highly recommeded...Zane
  • KarlBrezdin
    If you want to go to film school...
    ...save yourself the $100k in tuition and listen to this podcast on the regular instead. Insightful, analytical, hilarious, but never pretentious film criticism from two very dynamic dudes.
  • Dantesring
    Love this show
    I've never before written a review for a podcast, but I felt compelled to say something about this show which I enjoy so much. Most of the movie sites offer good comraderie between the hosts, but these two really seem above the rest. It is a true joy to see how the love of genre films had brought these two together, it radiates through every cast. The reviews are funny, yet insightful. The films they cover are classic. The shows are the perfect length for my long commute. I love it!
  • RichardDelonge
    The classiest and trashiest around
    These Gents (yes, I'm capitalizing that) are the best around and know their movies. I think, even after 135 episodes, they're still in top form and I know that for 2 to 3 hours, I know I'm going to be fully entertained by Large William and The Samurai. I wish they'd produce more episodes, but knowing that they have families and jobs, I'm still amazed they get out these weekly episodes like they do. The best genre podcast around, and I love the community they've blossomed around them. Keep up all the good work.
  • LPM Podcast
    great show
    Keep the movies coming!
  • Leather Jacket Buddha
    666% awesome
    These guys are sincere, real down to Earth fellas who not only know their cinema, but they treat their listeners like gold! If you wanna know the ins and outs and get lead toward some great genre action and many of the times, great cinema - this is the place to stop, listen, learn and enjoy!
  • dirtworshipperrobert
    The Best Genre Film Podcast.
    This is my favorite podcast. These guys do truly entertaining reviews of the films I like to watch. From giallo to spaghetti westerns, Sam U Rai and Big Willy bring a lot of knowledge and a fun outlook to every film they discuss. Hell, they even make the reviews of bad films interesting! I haven't missed an episode since I started listening over a year ago.
  • Marc Hudson Show
    LL Cool J
    ...said GGMTC knock you out with their ear words.
  • Sleepycris
    Makes my day!
    I can't tell you how many times I will check my twitter stream for the new episode notice to go up! I love Sammy & Big Willie their chemistry is amazing, they work well off of each other. Their film selection is wide and it encompasses all genres. I find myself writing down movies I need to see per their reviews. Keep up the good job I'm so glad to have found your podcast.
  • Vaduna
    In Need of Review?
    Have a movie, obscure or otherwise, that needs reviewing? Trust in Big Willy and the Samurai to make it happen. Good stuff.
  • Alyssa from Big Red Podcast
    Still getting it done
    I wonder if Sammy and Willy aren't the busiest men in podcasting. They watch a ton of movies and provide hours of really good discussion and insight every week. They're not afraid to bring a little class to the trash and vice versa. Good stuff!
  • Freddy in Cincinnati
    Details, details, details
    A great cast for hardcore film fans.
  • Fozziebare13
    Is nice a bad word?
    I'll admit I was hesitant to subscribe originally but that's only because I expected the usual schtick: a couple of guys insulting movies they don't like along with the people who do. I was shocked when I found out that the hosts of this show are two of the nicest, most pleasant, funniest guys in podcasting today who put out a show that's actually entertaining without using insults as a punchline. They love movies, love talking about movies, and it's obvious really respect each other. I look forward to the new episodes every single week and find myself endlessly entertained even when the movie they review is one I have no interest in watching. They make every episode funny and informative which always leaves me wanting more.
  • The Baron Von Doren
    Best of the Best!
    If you're looking for in-depth reviews of all manner of genre cinema, with two engaging hosts who really know their stuff, are funny and make an effort to connect with their listeners, then look no further than than the GGTMC. Great stuff! Subscribe now!
  • Sewerboy
    Not another one of those Pop Syndicate podcasts
    I listened to this movie podcast for about 3 months before deciding to stop. PROS: The two hosts are not as wacky and annoying as pretty much every other Pop Syndicate movie discussion podcast. And they cover pretty interesting material. I've found out about many fine films from them. Their gentlemen shtick is mercifully underused. CONS: The guys are braindead. Their in depth reviews usually resort to reading the IMDB plot summary and then talking about the most minute and worthless of details. If you haven't seen the film, their bumbling attempts to describe, for instance, a character's shoes are totally worthless. And every movie "review" devolves into a hopelessly bad quest for social commentary in the film being reviewed. What's the point of that? To justify watching a garbage movie? Have genre fans really reached the point where the visceral thrill of what's on screen is not enough? I listen to plenty of other podcasts. But this one stands out of as the most syntactically challenged I've ever heard. I actually became less articulate and more muckle mouthed after listening to it. Other than their lack of ability when it comes to discussing movies intelligently, my other major gripe would be the length of the show. Luckily, most of the usually ~2 hour run time is prank calls and fanboys calling at the end. So, if you're just interested in the movie discussion, then you can stop listening once that is done. CONCLUSION: I think when looking for a movie podcast, anything under the Pop Syndicate banner should be avoided. While not as bad as Cinema Diabolica or Night of the Living Podcast, GGTMC is pretty miserable.
  • shalgiva
    Love It
    This might be the best B movie podcast out there. The phone reply's are classic. Gotta give this a listen.
  • AnotherGuyNamedNathan
    The most in depth movie discussion podcast out there.
    GGTMC is one of the premier movie podcasts out there. Informative and interesting - the two hosts are wonderful guys who share a remarkable amount of film knowledge weekly. Essential listening for the movie fan.
  • Angela Dowmont
    Dalton approved
    If Dalton had a Podcast to do, in between ripping out throats and nailing the ladies, it would be GGTMC. Come and join the boys and leave them exasperratingly long, slightly homoerotic voice mails. Remember, kids, their stuff kinda looks the same.
  • Hanibal Rex
    Great podcast
    I thought I had an encyclopedic knowledge of cult and little-known cinema and then I heard these guys. Their wide range of topics, genres, and films added with their unfathomable knowledge of all they discuss impresses me every episode. This is a show by two guys who love cinema for everyone who loves cinema.
  • Geekarino
    Simply The Best!!!!
    This podcast is by far one of the best on genre films. The boys know what they're talking about and are always entertaining. Their low key yet intelligent reviews harken back to the glory days of Psychotronic Video magazine.
  • TheBrinHigg
    This is what podcasting is all about. Top Notch.
    Entertaining, great content with a good ratio of films I have heard of and others that I haven't but are right up my alley. Good feedback and community of regulars.
  • Doctor Zom
    Taken it to the bowl!
    Sammy and Large William do a great job every week. They keep me laughing the entire time. I really enjoy their podcast and it is my favorite of all the ones I listen to every week. Even if I haven't seen some of the movies they are talking about I still laugh and also want to seek the movie out and watch it and share it with my friends.
  • Back of Forest Whitaker's Neck
    A DAMN GOOD PODCAST
    These guys cover really good movies. If you sit back and chill out with a cup of coffee you can listen to them discuss classics like The Stabilizer, Vice Squad, Stone Cold, & The Penitentiary Trilogy for hours. These guys are good.
  • loki315
    very enjoyable
    a fun podcast about genre movies. great humor, great movies, the hosts sound like they have a lot of fun.
  • Yr_Demise
    Depth & Care
    What more do you want? They know their stuff. They care about the subject AND the audience! They have been cinema fans for a long time. They put a great deal of thought & research into every second of their shows. Just subscribe! You will be glad you did!
  • BuddhaBukowski
    One of the best genre movie podcasts out there!
    Along with Mondo Movie, my favorite genre podcast. Your gentlemen hosts, Large William and the Samurai, never fail to entertain - balancing insightful, intelligent reviews with laugh-out loud, gut-busting hilarity on a weekly basis! Can't recommend this show highly enough!!!
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