So...what do Ro-Man and Gor have in common? H***Y Aliens! I had to do it. Sorry. Not sorry. Reeses. It is in truth a fun little film from the Greatest Year in the History of Years. And John Agar did a fine job playing the mad maniacal scientist. Some great over the top close ups. And wasn't that Jack Pierce the thrifty if slightly sadistic fellow, making multiple actors endure those silver lenses in Creation of the Humanoids. I liked the whole retro B&W look to this video, my friend. Hey! Guess what other film Nathan Juran directed? First Men in the Moon! Get to it, buddy. You know I won't stop buggin' you til ya do.
Not just that, but Ro-Man and Gor also feature some mighty good looks as well. The lotharios of 50s sci-fi. Though the alien from I Married a Monster from Outer Space should probably be included in that club as well. And you are correct, that was indeed the very same Jack B. Lovin' Painful Contact Lenses Pierce. Can't argue with the results though. I actually did go to put First Men in the Moon on my list. I forget if you mentioned before, but has it not been released locally? All I see are expensive imports.
@ AtomicSnackbar - Hm...I think you might have a 'Horny Aliens' video in the making. Do it. I just want to fry that pesky little algorithm's computer brain from Arous. Or Eros. I wonder if anyone ever did an adult film using that title? I bought my bluray of First Men in the Moon years ago, so I don't know what the availability is now. But RUclips has it : 'With Ads'. The Tube is really pizzing me off with commercials lately. So.. your call. The freakin' almighty algorithm reminds me of those local TV station editors that would insert commercials using a stopwatch. Right in the middle of a scene. Soulless greed mongers. No perception of story structure and how suspense is built. Godless heathen.
@@tonysantiago255 I'm really trying to keep to the great DVD re-watch. But then comes along the Great Streaming Sci-fi Tempter.......Santiago the Dastardly Charming. But a Randiest Aliens Episode might just be a fun idea for Valentine's Day 2025. This year though folks will have to settle with plain ol' 60s Sci-fi Aliens.
Hi Tony... Tater here. Did you look at what I suggested? "War of the Worlds Live ORIGINAL CAST Richard Burton Justin Hayward Jeff Wayne"... Id' like to know what you thought.
@ TheCommonGardenTater1 - Hey Taterman. Good to hear from you. I think that I mentioned that I owned the original LP back in...'78. I'm old. Loved it and Richard Burton's narration. He was still a big name Movie Star and I got to see him on stage in 1982(?) in a revival of Camelot. What a voice. And as always a great actor. So, I've followed the stage version of WotWs since it's first production in...2011? I have seen the projected looming head of Sir Richard and as much of that early production as RUclips would permit. The album narration is the same because he had passed by the time the show premiered. Justin Hayward is presence and easily the definitive vocals on Forever Autumn are and always will be timeless. Simply the Best. The computer projection work, as with all of the design work, continued to in improve and drastically change as Jeff experimented with the form and framing of Wells' story. As I said before, I have unashamedly watched every unofficial audience video that RUclips has permitted to stay up multiple times. I respect Liam Neeson, but you can never replace the iconic voice of Richard Burton. Just an aside; there's a terrific short video of him in the recording session for the original album from the 70s. I used to act professionally and it's AMAZING to watch an actor of his caliber discovering the richness of Wells' prose. So inspiring. Check it out.
@ AtomicSnackbar - I think you mean... Amorous. You thought I was going to say something else didn't you? Get your floating brain out of the gutter, Sterling. It's crowded down here.
I remember watching The Brain From Planet Arous when I was a kid. For me, a first time viewer, was a bit of a shock. The floating translucent brain with a pair of glowing eyes was a bit frightening. Imagine being in a dark place and seeing this in the dark. Another thing that caught my attention was the music of Walter Greene. The main title theme with the saxophones, brass and light percussion was descriptive of a menace coming from space and coming to our world. One scene was later used in the film Attack Of The 50 Foot Woman. Actor Kenneth Terrell, who played the officer who shoots at John Agar, was a stunt performer in Republic serials as a “flyer”(he was a circus performer according to the commentary on Attack Of The 50 Foot Woman with Yvette Vickers). He did a lot of jumping and diving. He played the role of the butler Jess. Jacques Marquette did the visual effects here as he did for Attack Of The 50 Foot Woman. The Brain From Planet Arous is a weird and wild sci-fi film about alien possession. The dog George was beautiful as well as loyal, loving and brave.
As endearing as I find the shifty eyes, it really is a great effect and Gor is quite unsettling looking. I can imagine how scary he must have been as a child. And right again. The music was really a standout. With the new format, once I start actually filming episodes for Glow in the Dark cinema, I'm planning a second on the music of these films. Interesting co-inky dink there. I was just doing research on something Republic Serials related for an upcoming episode. I don't want to spoil it, but you could probably guess. You know, I'm not sure I've seen Attack of the 50 Foot Woman. One of many I need to add to the list. Thanks for watching and for adding some interesting trivia, Gary.
@@AtomicSnackBar Attack Of The 50 Foot Woman was something special for me the first time I saw it on television. It was my first car movie. When you see it you will know what I mean.
@@garyreid2178 I'm assuming you mean it was the first time a 50 foot woman tried to step on you. That is a special memory for all of us. But I'll wait and see, just in case it was something else.
This is a great little Sci-Fi film! I remember watching it as a kid. John Agar was perfect for the role of a "possessed" scientist. Thanks, Atomic Snack Bar!
Agar was particularly good at making those evil possessed guy faces, even without the contacts in. Oddly, even though I've seen "Revenge of the Creature" more times, I more so associate him with this role now.
I'd never heard of this movie til I saw your review. Boy! Have I been missing out on a gem. A solid story, good acting from - to me at least - an unknown cast, good special effects and a very menacing atmosphere. And a big shout out to you, my friend, for this and all the wonderful reviews you do.
Most excellent. And many thanks, John. I'm really glad you dug it. It's certainly what I would consider a hidden gem. Though I think you probably know John Agar, just probably don't know the name, from the second Creature from the Black Lagoon film. That or The Mole people.
One of my favourite of the genre. Same thing happened to a friend of mine, people being possessed by giant alien floating brains is a problem we all need to come to terms with.
So true, good sir. The media just will not cover this sort of thing. They are way too busy worrying about devil worshipping houseplants. Conspiracy? I think so. This is some Quatermass II action going on here. If I never hear from you again.....I'll know they got you.
Great film. Saw it when it first came out. Just watched the bluray a couple of months ago. And do not forget Thomas Browne Henry as the father. One of the best character actors of the 50's.
Thomas Browne Henry was quite good indeed. He was also in Space Master X-7. Another great little hidden gem. I really should have mentioned him as well. But this was a video I shot before I changed the format a bit and started featuring more than 3 cast members. Thanks for stopping by again. Nice to hear from you.
@@AtomicSnackBar It is always fun to drop by. My favourite line of all the Sci-Fi films is spoken by Thomas Browne Henry in The Earth vs. The Flying Saucers. "When an armed and threatening power lands uninvited in our capitol, we don't meet it with tea and cookies!" I have a bluray of it coming in from England.
@@garfieldsmith332 Now I really regret not mentioning him. Might be worth an extra trivia post on the community tab. Thanks for bringing that to my attention.
Those glowing eyes. I reckon it's where the "god eyes" of the two people in the second Star Trek pilot ( Where No Man Has Gone Before ") originated - Sally Kellerman and Gary Lockwood used them for any scene in which their powers were being used. Their eyes returned to normal when exhausted. Not sure if that happens to our brain possessed scientist but it would have to be a direct copy by Star Trek if they do.Never caught this one so I'll be keeping my eyes open ( though not in a glowy, shifty manner at all ) as I reckon I'd enjoy it. Nicely done sir, nicely done.
Well.....I don't want to give away more than I already have. So let's put a pin in the Where No Man Has Gone Before comparison and return to it once you've seen the film. Which, last I checked, was right here on RUclips. Thanks for watching, Greggy. For the record though, I read your comment with glowing, shifty eyes. Just to be on the safe side.
@@AtomicSnackBar Well, I did watch it and was highly entertained. It's my belief that Sal was short for Salacious Object of Alien Brains Desires. Could have been a Twilight Zone story really. Or Outer Limits. Fun and looks like the idea for the metal contacts when using Gor's powers may have been something the Star Trek team borrowed from and added to in their own way. I'm guessing it was looked on as a cool idea as I really don't recollect it being used anywhere else ( happy to be wrong there if anyone knows of another example or two). Close to wacky, 7 glowing brains out of 10.
@@ICrazyGreggy Quite glad to hear you dug it. And 7 Glowing Brains out of 10 is a pretty good score too. And you're right, it's certainly the first time I can think of with something of similar powers. Good ol' Sal.
If it’s 1957, you know it’s going to be good. Alas, I haven’t seen this one but really need to get on it. I remember that Malcolm in the Middle opening - it also featured The Monster That Challenged The World.
Oh yeah, it did have The Monster That Challenged the World, didn't it? I watched that show here and there. But man, the mom annoyed me something fierce. 1957 was a dynamite year, that's for sure. Thanks for watching, my Ghostbusting friend.
They are indeed. Very effective. Pierce would use the same ones, or at least very similar, in a favorite of mine. Creation of the Humanoids. Not used to be scary in that one, but just as unsettling.
My wife and friends smile when I tell them of my love and knowledge of all of the great 50s sci fi movies.I have a large dvd collection and never get tired of watching these. Planet Arous is a favorite.
@@AtomicSnackBar Invisible Invaders, It , the Terror from Beyond Space, It Came from Outer Space, Monolith Monsters, the Crawling eye, and all of the more popular movies.
@@keithcall7795 All fine choices, indeed. I've been meaning to cover It! The Terror from Beyond Space for awhile now. Also been meaning to pick up that action figure.
@ AtomicSnackbar - that would make a cool transparent glow in the dark model. Those deviant, angry eyes watching you from your Collectables Case. Getting it to float would require some thought.
@@tonysantiago255 That is a fine idea. You should work on making that happen. Not sure how you would do that, but you're a wily sort of cuss. I believe in you.
@ AtomicSnackbar - It would have be a custom job and the price tag just went WAY UP. I might know where you can find a buyer for an extra organ you might be willing to part with. Or an arm and a leg.
That is an awesome collector's piece. I've always thought laser discs were neat. I wanted one back in the day, but it kind of died out before I could get to it. You still have a player?
@@TheNucaKola I guess because of the expense, and perhaps manufacturing, but I am a little surprised there hasn't been any new laser discs released. At least, none that I know of. With VHS and cassette tapes making little mini-comebacks, you'd think laser disc would be next.
It's not quite as moody or atmospheric as the Outer Limits, but that is an apt comparison there. Especially the effects. Thanks as always for stopping by, Mark. Have a groovy weekend with as few floating brains as possible.
Yes! One of my fav B movies back in the day. I’ve hard rumors about trying to remake it, but hope they’ll leave it alone. John Agar suffered for this role with those Contacts’s, and think they should leave them alone to be sure.
I was never really one that was opposed to remakes. There's been some great ones over the years. But man, nowadays, when I hear the word I almost shudder. I'm with you there. I hope they leave it alone.
And if you think about it, they are giant brains. If those were actually in bodies they would be giant monsters. I read somewhere that you kinda like that sort of thing. Or am I thinking someone else?
I love this movie, and you did a great review. The Hal Clement story that you mentioned, "Needle," is also mentioned as a possible influence on "The Hidden," as is this movie. Also, "Fiend Without a Face," with its killer brains, makes a great double feature.
Friend Without a Face, though cause technically correct, is kind of an odd title for the film. Definitely wasn't expecting killer brain creatures first time I saw it. Good movie nonetheless. And you're right. That would make a great double feature. I saw The Hidden at the theater as a lad. Haven't seen it since. But I seem to recall a cool laser gun the hero wielded.
@@AtomicSnackBar “The Hidden” is an ‘80s gem. I highly recommend it. The evil alien possessing people mainly wants to drive fast, expensive sports cars and listen to rock music. I can empathize.
I just recently saw this for the first time. Which is sad, because it's exactly the type of weird, indie, wacky sci fi film that I loved as a teenager. But I did get a weird enjoyment from it. Thanks!
It's hard to beat a shifty-eyed floating brain. You make it transparent, then it's really a party. I appreciate you going back and checking these out, good sir.
I appreciate you noticing. I've been trying. Though I have been testing the waters a wee bit, seeing if Snack Bar patrons would be interested in 60s and 70s sci-fi as well.
Mr. S. I can confirm, that us born in the 50's were completely mad as fukk and had nightmares that propelled us into recording it. Aaaaaaaaah. Such wonderful imagination and ridiculousness shared by FILM.... We had such a good time eh!
I get that. One of the defining moments of my youth was seeing Zacherley's Horrible Horror VHS tape. Which featured a whole lotta 50s stuff. And that pretty much shaped the "adult" I would become.
Ditto Ditto... It was a hoot not to be entangled in politics and other bull, but to let shadows and our imagination of the Boogeyman scare us into our parents arms, then a comforting bed. Oh my, I miss those days.@@AtomicSnackBar
I do love a good alien/monster brain movie 🧠 Brain from Planet Arous, Evil Brain from Outer Space, The Space Children, Fiend Without a Face, Journey to the Seventh Planet… could I go on? Possibly 🤔 This one is always a tough watch for me though, as Agar’s eyes make me feel uneasy (which i guess is kinda the point 😅) both in-movie and out, as i keep cringing at how unpleasant they must have been to wear 🥺 That said, i really need to get this on proper release, i believe i only have it in a cheap-o compilation, and that just _won’t_ do 😋
Those contacts are something else. Thinking about it. At least Agar got to run around making weird faces. All the poor androids from Creation of the Humanoids just had to look all stoic and wear them a lot longer. As I was telling Tony, Jack B. Lovin' the Painful Contact Lenses Pierce. I know, it was Jack P. Pierce...but that would ruin the joke. Though some would argue that joke couldn't get any worse.
@@AtomicSnackBar “Stoic” very accurately describes _Creation of the Humanoids_ 😅 I’ve seldom seen a movie as staid and static as that, which is a shame, considering how it’s basically _Blade Runner_ 20 years early 🫤
@ Gappasaurus - one of the prints on RUclips was put out by Corinth Productions under the Wade Williams Collection. Always the best sharpest copies. He did some terrific restoration work to a variety of titles, many classic Sci-fis. His Rocketship XM is the one to get. I think he actually redid some shots and it looks great. Really nice guy too. Sadly, he passed recently. If it says 'Wade Williams Collection' that's a sign of quality.
Oh this is very much my kind of thing. Really going to hunt out this films as soon as I can. I am awaiting the day you cover the Monolith Monnster from, our fave year 1957.
You know, I do need to get to Monolith Monsters one of these days. I've had several requests to cover it. I even had it on my DVR for months, but never got around to watching it before I got rid of cable.
@@AtomicSnackBar -- Actually, all joking aside, "Arous" has the greatest opening theme music of any 50s sci-fi film, bar none -- in my not-so-humble opinion! Warren, musak critic!
@@awarningtothecuriouswerewolves The music caught me as well. Had this been one with the new Glow in the Dark Cinema format, I would have discussed it a bit.
Love your channl. I am a huge fan of the Kaiju films and shows. Like to watch your videos and find other monster movies. Your video on Reptilcius as me searching for the Org. version I have to see him fly and without the green slime spitting. Keep it the great work.
The Danish version of Reptilicus can be a bit tricky to find. I just checked ebay and there are a couple for sale. Not sure how official they are, but as of now I think that's the only option. Thanks for joining us here at the Snack Bar and for the kind words. I do appreciate it, James.
@@AtomicSnackBar I hadn’t either, but it seems like CFV wasn’t posting on e*ay anymore, and their website hasn’t been updated in a while (it was supposed to get a major redesign a year or two ago but seems like that stalled at some point) so i did some digging and found their FB page (which _is_ active, cuz i was getting a little worried 😅) and their et*y page was linked from there. Simple, no? 😆
I guess as long as it can be interpreted as hand-made or custom, it’s allowed on et*y? 🤔 Then again, I’ve seen second-hand retail stuff there too, so who knows? 😄
just received my atomic snack bar with the scary alien shirt and my legacy wacky world lounge shirt with the wind-up monkey. very pleased. sometimes wonder if the monkey wasn't perhaps a call-back to rebel without a cause. never heard of this flick. fancy that. intriguing.
That is awesome. I really appreciate it, Rich. And that's gonna look killer with that super groovy bowler hat. What colors did you go with? Was there a cymbal monkey in Rebel Without a Cause? I've never actually seen that one.
@@peterloohunt Not just yet. But I plan to cover it when I do the sequel episode to my Hammer Retrospective. Which should be sometime this year. I have already begun the notes. I should probably hurry up with that.
@@AtomicSnackBar Great stuff! I'll look forward to it. As a bit of a science historian, I find all these antiquated visions of our technological future, or alen life, charming and fascinating... same with the special effects.
Floating Brains that possess humans in an attempt to take over the world. I believe we are already there. I have witnessed more than one of these possessed humans on autopilot. As far as the movie goes the floating brains look awesome!! I’m on board with any monster brains or eyeballs. And the more veiny the better. This also reminds me how much I love The Brain from 1988.
lovely vid, i haven't seen this one. It looks like a jolly good pictureflick. Brains were popular for a while - not so much now days. If you had sponge brain with eyes and put an Alexa thingy in it - that would be a cool accessory in any room. Might watch this film later as it is here on YT - but I had lined up Battlestar Galactica, Buck Rogers and Tales from the Golden Monkey to watch a few episodes of. Great vid, very informative, funny, just delivered with your own personal quality and style. Great stuff, many thanks.
Yeah, just watched it - great stuff. I really liked the contact lens effect, with his acting- spooky. The voice reminded me of Heavy Metal - the green ball thingy. Thanks for the recommendation - thoroughly enjoyed it.
I certainly would not be opposed to a line of The Brain from Planet Arous home and garden products. At very least, a Gor nightlight. Those shifty eyes soothing me to sleep. Battlestar, Buck, and Golden Monkey. Sounds like a darn fine night of entertainment to me. I just finally started watching Space 1999, which I'm enjoying. But really, buddy. The thanks goes to you for always hanging out at the Snack Bar.
@@wetdog1606 The Loc-nar. Talk about another item I would like a nightlight of. That's one of my favorite movies right there. It pretty much has everything I could possibly want in a film. Glad you dug the Sexy Adventures of Gor.
@ AtomicSnackbar - Ha! I knew there was an adult version of The Brain From Planet Eros! Subtitled: The Sexy Adventures of Gor. Wasn't that part of an Edgar Rice Burroughs trilogy?
Those Lenses that you pointed out reminded me of the ones that Gary Lockwood wore in that episode of Star Trek TOS where he was transforming into a superior human. I enjoyed this movie and the Creation of the Humanoids and you are correct about the pilot episode that starred John Agar. Thanks for a great review for a great oldie.
That's a great catch. I didn't make that connection before. But looking at screen shots, been awhile since I've seen the episode, I can see it. I even went to see if maybe Pierce had worked on the episode, but his last credit was two years before hand.
Shoot, I didn't know he was married to Shirley Temple. Just looked that up. That was just after he left the army in 1946 and before he got type cast as a science fiction actor.
I know I've seen this movie but my memory of it has faded away. The brains are recognizable but the plot is no where to be found. I remember the early days of hi definition 1080p TV. They used to offer up a horror channel a Kung fu channel and some others. If they offered a channel with just these old classic sci-fi and horror from the 40's and 50's I'd eat it up. Pay a little extra to have these beloved, insanities remastered and preserved. Feels just like picking up an old Dr. Seuss book, or an Aesop's Fables, or a Grimm's Brothers.
Yeah, I guess the closest thing we have now is certain streaming stations. Not sure if you have a Roku box or TV, but I've run across several channels dedicated to classic movies and old sci-fi. But being deep in the Great DVD Re-Watch, I haven't really dug into any of them yet. Also too, if you have Roku, I would recommend Dr. Gangrene's Cinetarium every Saturday night on the Necat Channel.
@@AtomicSnackBar I get that, Sven has definitely gotten more “polished” since the “Son of…” days 🫤 Kinda like the original MST3K compared to the modern episodes, which i find painful to watch for the same reasons… that and not being funny, of course 🙄
@@haitch2676 If your brain was as equally tanned & leathery, and you could get it to pop out and float around, that would be B-movie gold right there 😆
When I first watched this, I thought I was going to really see something -- but all I got was a horny John Agar -- & then I realized the title was "Arous" -- not "Eros!" Cheers Warren, who needs new glasses!
@@creech54 -- Well Michael, it's probably aroused some laughter over the years -- but not from me! Cheers Warren the serious -- or is that seriarous -- minded!
You have to check out this audio story called my grandma used to work for. NASA it's so trippy it's a mix of h.p. love craft I think you like it its should be made into a movie..
Hey Sterling! I wrote a comment here way back in January when your video first came out. But it either got deleted by YT or I didn't save it properly. So here I go again... Did you forget Agar was in the major classic "Zontar the Thing From Venus?" Anyway, I think the ridicule of the special effects of this film (Arous) comes from the part when Agar is smashing the brain balloon with an axe and it bounces around like a balloon on a string (which it in fact was). Me, I don't care. Heck, I even like The Giant Claw's "big as a battleship" bird! I thought it looked great. But that's just me....
It's been happening more and more lately. Comments either don't stick, or I just don't get any kind of alert for them. But I do appreciate you trying again. And how could anyone forget Zontar? He was just too powerful to mention in this video. As to the bouncing brain, I happen to have it on good authority that that is exactly how alien brains react when attacked with an axe. It's science.
This is on the mighty tube . I watched a color version thinking the brain might be creepy in color and was disappointed. The brain actually still looks like it’s in black and white! In my opinion- stick to the original black and white
When I was a kid I used to like the colorized versions of films. But as a crusty ol' so-in-so, I never go for those anymore. Though Tony Santiago, a regular here at the Snack Bar, was telling me about a Harryhausen one that was really good. The film though is escaping me at the moment.
@@AtomicSnackBar um..maybe Earth vs The Flying Saucers? The colorized version of that is okay. I tend to side with you though ( I’m pretty crusty myself), I prefer the original B&W versions of most sci-if flicks
@ AtomicSnackbar - It's called: She. 1934-5? The DVD I bought has both the Colorized version and the original B&W. This might be the exception to the old saying: " Once you go B&W, you never go back. " Skirting the bounds of good taste, I know. Oh... Algorithm...
So...what do Ro-Man and Gor have in common? H***Y Aliens! I had to do it. Sorry. Not sorry. Reeses. It is in truth a fun little film from the Greatest Year in the History of Years. And John Agar did a fine job playing the mad maniacal scientist. Some great over the top close ups. And wasn't that Jack Pierce the thrifty if slightly sadistic fellow, making multiple actors endure those silver lenses in Creation of the Humanoids. I liked the whole retro B&W look to this video, my friend. Hey! Guess what other film Nathan Juran directed? First Men in the Moon! Get to it, buddy. You know I won't stop buggin' you til ya do.
Not just that, but Ro-Man and Gor also feature some mighty good looks as well. The lotharios of 50s sci-fi. Though the alien from I Married a Monster from Outer Space should probably be included in that club as well.
And you are correct, that was indeed the very same Jack B. Lovin' Painful Contact Lenses Pierce. Can't argue with the results though.
I actually did go to put First Men in the Moon on my list. I forget if you mentioned before, but has it not been released locally? All I see are expensive imports.
@ AtomicSnackbar - Hm...I think you might have a 'Horny Aliens' video in the making. Do it. I just want to fry that pesky little algorithm's computer brain from Arous. Or Eros. I wonder if anyone ever did an adult film using that title? I bought my bluray of First Men in the Moon years ago, so I don't know what the availability is now. But RUclips has it : 'With Ads'. The Tube is really pizzing me off with commercials lately. So.. your call. The freakin' almighty algorithm reminds me of those local TV station editors that would insert commercials using a stopwatch. Right in the middle of a scene. Soulless greed mongers. No perception of story structure and how suspense is built. Godless heathen.
@@tonysantiago255 I'm really trying to keep to the great DVD re-watch. But then comes along the Great Streaming Sci-fi Tempter.......Santiago the Dastardly Charming.
But a Randiest Aliens Episode might just be a fun idea for Valentine's Day 2025. This year though folks will have to settle with plain ol' 60s Sci-fi Aliens.
Hi Tony... Tater here. Did you look at what I suggested? "War of the Worlds Live ORIGINAL CAST Richard Burton Justin Hayward Jeff Wayne"... Id' like to know what you thought.
@ TheCommonGardenTater1 - Hey Taterman. Good to hear from you. I think that I mentioned that I owned the original LP back in...'78. I'm old. Loved it and Richard Burton's narration. He was still a big name Movie Star and I got to see him on stage in 1982(?) in a revival of Camelot. What a voice. And as always a great actor. So, I've followed the stage version of WotWs since it's first production in...2011? I have seen the projected looming head of Sir Richard and as much of that early production as RUclips would permit. The album narration is the same because he had passed by the time the show premiered. Justin Hayward is presence and easily the definitive vocals on Forever Autumn are and always will be timeless. Simply the Best. The computer projection work, as with all of the design work, continued to in improve and drastically change as Jeff experimented with the form and framing of Wells' story. As I said before, I have unashamedly watched every unofficial audience video that RUclips has permitted to stay up multiple times. I respect Liam Neeson, but you can never replace the iconic voice of Richard Burton. Just an aside; there's a terrific short video of him in the recording session for the original album from the 70s. I used to act professionally and it's AMAZING to watch an actor of his caliber discovering the richness of Wells' prose. So inspiring. Check it out.
SWEET!!! Time to piss my husband off and get a Blu-Ray copy of this little gem!!!
That anger will disappear the moment he sees this gem of film. I can't though promise it won't make him more romantic.
@ AtomicSnackbar - I think you mean... Amorous. You thought I was going to say something else didn't you? Get your floating brain out of the gutter, Sterling. It's crowded down here.
@@tonysantiago255 I actually thought you were going to say amorphous. So where then would my brain be lurking?
@ AtomicSnackbar - that's too esoteric for me. #callmecrude.
This one often gets overlooked. A great scifi gem, those transparent brain effects were really good as well.
Maybe that's the problem. That brain was too transparent. So folks overlooked it. Thank you. Thank you. I'll be here all week.
I adore this movie. It's right up there with The Giant Claw and Plan 9 From Outer Space. 😁
Those are both good ones. Speaking of.....do keep an eye on the channel next weekend. No reason. No reason at all.
@@AtomicSnackBar OMG!!!
Thanks for showing the original trailer.I love seeing those.
My pleasure. I always try to when copyright allows.
Thanks for watching, Pat.
The floating brains are great! If I had a floating brain I hope it would look like that!
I'll talk to my floating brain people. See what they can do.
I remember watching The Brain From Planet Arous when I was a kid. For me, a first time viewer, was a bit of a shock. The floating translucent brain with a pair of glowing eyes was a bit frightening. Imagine being in a dark place and seeing this in the dark.
Another thing that caught my attention was the music of Walter Greene. The main title theme with the saxophones, brass and light percussion was descriptive of a menace coming from space and coming to our world.
One scene was later used in the film Attack Of The 50 Foot Woman.
Actor Kenneth Terrell, who played the officer who shoots at John Agar, was a stunt performer in Republic serials as a “flyer”(he was a circus performer according to the commentary on Attack Of The 50 Foot Woman with Yvette Vickers). He did a lot of jumping and diving. He played the role of the butler Jess.
Jacques Marquette did the visual effects here as he did for Attack Of The 50 Foot Woman.
The Brain From Planet Arous is a weird and wild sci-fi film about alien possession.
The dog George was beautiful as well as loyal, loving and brave.
As endearing as I find the shifty eyes, it really is a great effect and Gor is quite unsettling looking. I can imagine how scary he must have been as a child.
And right again. The music was really a standout. With the new format, once I start actually filming episodes for Glow in the Dark cinema, I'm planning a second on the music of these films.
Interesting co-inky dink there. I was just doing research on something Republic Serials related for an upcoming episode. I don't want to spoil it, but you could probably guess.
You know, I'm not sure I've seen Attack of the 50 Foot Woman. One of many I need to add to the list.
Thanks for watching and for adding some interesting trivia, Gary.
@@AtomicSnackBar Attack Of The 50 Foot Woman was something special for me the first time I saw it on television. It was my first car movie.
When you see it you will know what I mean.
@@garyreid2178 I'm assuming you mean it was the first time a 50 foot woman tried to step on you. That is a special memory for all of us. But I'll wait and see, just in case it was something else.
I missed this as a kid and actually heretofore never heard of it. Massive thanks for introducing a movie very well watching.
I think you'd have a good time with it.
I think so, too. @@AtomicSnackBar
Whenever R.S. Gray describes a movie monster as "spiffy" I trust we're in good hands
And I don't throw around spiffys lightly. A spiffy has to be well earned.
Thanks for watching. Always a pleasure to hear from you.
This is a great little Sci-Fi film! I remember watching it as a kid. John Agar was perfect for the role of a "possessed" scientist. Thanks, Atomic Snack Bar!
Agar was particularly good at making those evil possessed guy faces, even without the contacts in. Oddly, even though I've seen "Revenge of the Creature" more times, I more so associate him with this role now.
Have this one on blu-ray. Sweet restoration! Very groovy film. Nice retrospective on this. ✌️♥️🙂
I need to pick up that blu-ray as well, but it's gotten a little rare here lately. Some of these come and go so quicky.
A fave of mine. I have not seen it in a while.
It's a darn good one. Certainly worth many revisits.
One of the better Brains-With-Eyes movies, along with The Trollenberg Terror.
Is there a bad Brain With Eyes movie? I sure can't think of one.
This is one that I've overlooked many times maybe I do need to watch it now.
I keep telling you you need more floating brains in your life.
Yes I do hahaha actually I think we do.
Great choice! This a really good movie with awesomeness in the form of floating brains!
It really is hard to go wrong with a floating brain. Can you think of an example where that wasn't awesome? I sure can't.
Love the eyes expression of the brain❤
That's really the best part. Had they just been big bug eyes or something, I think he would have been too nice looking.
@ AtomicSnackbar - puts a whole new spin on the old line ; "I respect you for your brain". Because you haven't got a body.
@@tonysantiago255 I've heard worse pick-up lines.
I'd never heard of this movie til I saw your review. Boy! Have I been missing out on a gem. A solid story, good acting from - to me at least - an unknown cast, good special effects and a very menacing atmosphere. And a big shout out to you, my friend, for this and all the wonderful reviews you do.
Most excellent. And many thanks, John. I'm really glad you dug it. It's certainly what I would consider a hidden gem.
Though I think you probably know John Agar, just probably don't know the name, from the second Creature from the Black Lagoon film. That or The Mole people.
How could you not mention "George", the true hero of the film, and such a good boy.
He's gotten a bit too famous. His agent wouldn't even give me the time of day.
One of my favourite of the genre. Same thing happened to a friend of mine, people being possessed by giant alien floating brains is a problem we all need to come to terms with.
So true, good sir. The media just will not cover this sort of thing. They are way too busy worrying about devil worshipping houseplants. Conspiracy? I think so. This is some Quatermass II action going on here.
If I never hear from you again.....I'll know they got you.
Great film. Saw it when it first came out. Just watched the bluray a couple of months ago. And do not forget Thomas Browne Henry as the father. One of the best character actors of the 50's.
Thomas Browne Henry was quite good indeed. He was also in Space Master X-7. Another great little hidden gem. I really should have mentioned him as well. But this was a video I shot before I changed the format a bit and started featuring more than 3 cast members.
Thanks for stopping by again. Nice to hear from you.
@@AtomicSnackBar It is always fun to drop by. My favourite line of all the Sci-Fi films is spoken by Thomas Browne Henry in The Earth vs. The Flying Saucers. "When an armed and threatening power lands uninvited in our capitol, we don't meet it with tea and cookies!" I have a bluray of it coming in from England.
@@garfieldsmith332 Now I really regret not mentioning him. Might be worth an extra trivia post on the community tab. Thanks for bringing that to my attention.
Amazingly, this is being shown on one of the smaller British TV channels in 20 minutes. Set to record
Fantastic. Odd co-inky dink. But fantastic. I expect a full report on my desk within 4 to 74 days.
I saw this movie years ago.
I love the floating brain so much.
It was unique to me at least.
Also those mirror contacts must have hurt.
I can't even imagine. I've worn normal, modern day theatrical contacts in the past and those were darn near torture.
Those glowing eyes. I reckon it's where the "god eyes" of the two people in the second Star Trek pilot ( Where No Man Has Gone Before ") originated - Sally Kellerman and Gary Lockwood used them for any scene in which their powers were being used. Their eyes returned to normal when exhausted. Not sure if that happens to our brain possessed scientist but it would have to be a direct copy by Star Trek if they do.Never caught this one so I'll be keeping my eyes open ( though not in a glowy, shifty manner at all ) as I reckon I'd enjoy it. Nicely done sir, nicely done.
Well.....I don't want to give away more than I already have. So let's put a pin in the Where No Man Has Gone Before comparison and return to it once you've seen the film. Which, last I checked, was right here on RUclips.
Thanks for watching, Greggy. For the record though, I read your comment with glowing, shifty eyes. Just to be on the safe side.
@@AtomicSnackBar Well, I did watch it and was highly entertained. It's my belief that Sal was short for Salacious Object of Alien Brains Desires. Could have been a Twilight Zone story really. Or Outer Limits. Fun and looks like the idea for the metal contacts when using Gor's powers may have been something the Star Trek team borrowed from and added to in their own way. I'm guessing it was looked on as a cool idea as I really don't recollect it being used anywhere else ( happy to be wrong there if anyone knows of another example or two). Close to wacky, 7 glowing brains out of 10.
@@ICrazyGreggy Quite glad to hear you dug it. And 7 Glowing Brains out of 10 is a pretty good score too. And you're right, it's certainly the first time I can think of with something of similar powers. Good ol' Sal.
If it’s 1957, you know it’s going to be good. Alas, I haven’t seen this one but really need to get on it. I remember that Malcolm in the Middle opening - it also featured The Monster That Challenged The World.
Oh yeah, it did have The Monster That Challenged the World, didn't it? I watched that show here and there. But man, the mom annoyed me something fierce.
1957 was a dynamite year, that's for sure. Thanks for watching, my Ghostbusting friend.
Yikes! Those contacts are horrific! 😲
They are indeed. Very effective. Pierce would use the same ones, or at least very similar, in a favorite of mine. Creation of the Humanoids. Not used to be scary in that one, but just as unsettling.
My wife and friends smile when I tell them of my love and knowledge of all of the great 50s sci fi movies.I have a large dvd collection and never get tired of watching these. Planet Arous is a favorite.
You are in good company here at the Snack Bar, Keith. What are some of your other favorites?
@@AtomicSnackBar Invisible Invaders, It , the Terror from Beyond Space, It Came from Outer Space, Monolith Monsters, the Crawling eye, and all of the more popular movies.
@@keithcall7795 All fine choices, indeed. I've been meaning to cover It! The Terror from Beyond Space for awhile now. Also been meaning to pick up that action figure.
Another winner!
It's hard to beat floating brains with shifty eyes and all that sweet Agar action.
@@AtomicSnackBar Agar was one of the kings of that era. If I see his name in the credits, I know it's going to be entertaining.
This really sounds so familiar. It definitely looks like fun. Everyone loves a floating brain with eyes. More Brains lol.
I agree. Floating brains with eyes are almost universally loved. Oddly though, not as much in the part of the Universe they're from.
@ AtomicSnackbar - that would make a cool transparent glow in the dark model. Those deviant, angry eyes watching you from your Collectables Case. Getting it to float would require some thought.
@@tonysantiago255 That is a fine idea. You should work on making that happen. Not sure how you would do that, but you're a wily sort of cuss. I believe in you.
@ AtomicSnackbar - It would have be a custom job and the price tag just went WAY UP. I might know where you can find a buyer for an extra organ you might be willing to part with. Or an arm and a leg.
I have the new evil brain power upgrade, so I can use my regular contact lenses for my evil purposes.
Good to upgrade sometimes. Never want to be uncomfortable when eviling.
One of my favorite atomic era sci-fi horror films. I have the laserdisc version featuring the lovely Elvira. She’s certainly a hoot with hooters.
That is an awesome collector's piece. I've always thought laser discs were neat. I wanted one back in the day, but it kind of died out before I could get to it. You still have a player?
@@TheNucaKola I guess because of the expense, and perhaps manufacturing, but I am a little surprised there hasn't been any new laser discs released. At least, none that I know of. With VHS and cassette tapes making little mini-comebacks, you'd think laser disc would be next.
Who knew John Agar could play such a good heel
And quite the heel he was in this one. He really excelled at it.
Sounds like a really cool movie. I need to see this.
It's a good time. And right here on RUclips too.
Thanks, Cesar. Always a pleasure, good sir.
Those shifty eyes tell the audience that this floating brain isn't trustworthy.
Exactly. He should have been smart and worn a pair of 1970s sunglasses and a hat. Not that I know anything about that...........
He’s right… i don’t trust any dogs since i saw that shifty-eyed one in the Simpsons like 25 years ago 😐
Happy Friday to all visiting the snack bar today. I've never scene this little gem but it gives me a feature length Outer Limits vibe.
It's not quite as moody or atmospheric as the Outer Limits, but that is an apt comparison there. Especially the effects.
Thanks as always for stopping by, Mark. Have a groovy weekend with as few floating brains as possible.
@@AtomicSnackBar Lol. You too sir.
@@markhernden9472 Oops. Too late.
@markhernden9472 - I'm pretty sure that it's right here on RUclips. I watched it a couple of weeks ago.
@@tonysantiago255 Good to know. Thanks Tony.
Yes! One of my fav B movies back in the day. I’ve hard rumors about trying to remake it, but hope they’ll leave it alone. John Agar suffered for this role with those Contacts’s, and think they should leave them alone to be sure.
I was never really one that was opposed to remakes. There's been some great ones over the years. But man, nowadays, when I hear the word I almost shudder. I'm with you there. I hope they leave it alone.
@ AtomicSnackbar - tell me you haven't seen South Park's Into the Panderverse special?
@@tonysantiago255 I haven't actually. Never got into South Park. Just wasn't my humor.
Ha this looks great. A film I have not seen but most definitely will.
If you dig 50s sci-fi and shifty floating brains, it's a good one.
Haven't seen this but it sounds fairly fun. Brain with eyes is a great visual.
And if you think about it, they are giant brains. If those were actually in bodies they would be giant monsters. I read somewhere that you kinda like that sort of thing. Or am I thinking someone else?
galactic happy hour maybe@@AtomicSnackBar
@@interwebkaiju Not sure what that is. Sounds truly dreadful though. Yet, erotically green.
I didn't know about this movie. It looks like fun.
It is fun. A little brainie.....but fun.
Ok, I'll show myself out.
@ AtomicSnackbar - you know where the Corner is...
I never understood the scorn for this movie. I think its a great low-budget 1950s scifi movie. I've probably watched it at least 5 times.
I didn't realize there was scorn for it. Weird when that happens. I just never hear anyone mention it.
I love this movie, and you did a great review. The Hal Clement story that you mentioned, "Needle," is also mentioned as a possible influence on "The Hidden," as is this movie. Also, "Fiend Without a Face," with its killer brains, makes a great double feature.
Friend Without a Face, though cause technically correct, is kind of an odd title for the film. Definitely wasn't expecting killer brain creatures first time I saw it. Good movie nonetheless. And you're right. That would make a great double feature.
I saw The Hidden at the theater as a lad. Haven't seen it since. But I seem to recall a cool laser gun the hero wielded.
@@AtomicSnackBar “The Hidden” is an ‘80s gem. I highly recommend it. The evil alien possessing people mainly wants to drive fast, expensive sports cars and listen to rock music. I can empathize.
@@vksjd And sold. I will keep an eye or three out for that one. Matter of fact, I'm going to look now. Thanks for the tip.
@@AtomicSnackBar I would love to see a video with your thoughts on it.
@@vksjd I couldn't find it anywhere, other than DVD. But I will keep an eye out for it.
I just recently saw this for the first time. Which is sad, because it's exactly the type of weird, indie, wacky sci fi film that I loved as a teenager. But I did get a weird enjoyment from it. Thanks!
It's hard to beat a shifty-eyed floating brain. You make it transparent, then it's really a party.
I appreciate you going back and checking these out, good sir.
Love the laser focus your putting into the channel!!! Keep the lounge jumping
I appreciate you noticing. I've been trying. Though I have been testing the waters a wee bit, seeing if Snack Bar patrons would be interested in 60s and 70s sci-fi as well.
@@AtomicSnackBar they will 60 and 70 have some great gems!!! All the cheesy bigfoot movies alone from the 70s
@@richardborczynski4955 I have had some requests to cover some bigfoot movies. So perhaps so.
@ AtomicSnackbar - It had better feature 🎶Travis Crabtree🎶 or I will Unsubscribe. And NO Skunk Apes. The real reason I left Florida.
@@tonysantiago255 I make no Crabtree guarantees. And it's all about the Skunk Apes at the Snack Bar. They want you to come back.
Mr. S. I can confirm, that us born in the 50's were completely mad as fukk and had nightmares that propelled us into recording it. Aaaaaaaaah. Such wonderful imagination and ridiculousness shared by FILM.... We had such a good time eh!
I get that. One of the defining moments of my youth was seeing Zacherley's Horrible Horror VHS tape. Which featured a whole lotta 50s stuff. And that pretty much shaped the "adult" I would become.
Ditto Ditto... It was a hoot not to be entangled in politics and other bull, but to let shadows and our imagination of the Boogeyman scare us into our parents arms, then a comforting bed. Oh my, I miss those days.@@AtomicSnackBar
@@TheCommonGardenTater1 Very well said, Tater. Agreed in full.
I can only add... Sleep well.... So good to know you, take care.@@AtomicSnackBar
@@TheCommonGardenTater1 You too, buddy.
I saw this movie when I was a kid. Every time I went to a store I always looked for a brain balloon. Never did find one.
That would have been really neat. Thinking about it, in my years, I'm not sure I've ever run across a monster or alien balloon for sale.
I do love a good alien/monster brain movie 🧠 Brain from Planet Arous, Evil Brain from Outer Space, The Space Children, Fiend Without a Face, Journey to the Seventh Planet… could I go on? Possibly 🤔
This one is always a tough watch for me though, as Agar’s eyes make me feel uneasy (which i guess is kinda the point 😅) both in-movie and out, as i keep cringing at how unpleasant they must have been to wear 🥺
That said, i really need to get this on proper release, i believe i only have it in a cheap-o compilation, and that just _won’t_ do 😋
Those contacts are something else. Thinking about it. At least Agar got to run around making weird faces. All the poor androids from Creation of the Humanoids just had to look all stoic and wear them a lot longer.
As I was telling Tony, Jack B. Lovin' the Painful Contact Lenses Pierce. I know, it was Jack P. Pierce...but that would ruin the joke. Though some would argue that joke couldn't get any worse.
@@AtomicSnackBar “Stoic” very accurately describes _Creation of the Humanoids_ 😅 I’ve seldom seen a movie as staid and static as that, which is a shame, considering how it’s basically _Blade Runner_ 20 years early 🫤
@@Gappasaurus Oh man, that's a favorite of mine. But I'm a fan of dialog heavy movies. So I certainly get why it wasn't for everyone.
@@AtomicSnackBar I seem to recall you talking about it once, maybe in one of your ‘60s robots vids? 🤔
@ Gappasaurus - one of the prints on RUclips was put out by Corinth Productions under the Wade Williams Collection. Always the best sharpest copies. He did some terrific restoration work to a variety of titles, many classic Sci-fis. His Rocketship XM is the one to get. I think he actually redid some shots and it looks great. Really nice guy too. Sadly, he passed recently. If it says 'Wade Williams Collection' that's a sign of quality.
Oh this is very much my kind of thing. Really going to hunt out this films as soon as I can. I am awaiting the day you cover the Monolith Monnster from, our fave year 1957.
You know, I do need to get to Monolith Monsters one of these days. I've had several requests to cover it. I even had it on my DVR for months, but never got around to watching it before I got rid of cable.
There is only one way to describe the rather abrupt end of this movie: Wham-Bam-Thank You Ma'am! Cheers Warren, who always says thank you!
Not to be confused with the classic romantic comedy Wham Bam Thank You Spaceman.
@@AtomicSnackBar -- The one with the soundtrack by David Bowie? Cheers, Major Warren, Prairie Oddity!
@@awarningtothecuriouswerewolves I would imagine even one of his songs cost more than the entire movie to use. So probably.
@@AtomicSnackBar -- Actually, all joking aside, "Arous" has the greatest opening theme music of any 50s sci-fi film, bar none -- in my not-so-humble opinion! Warren, musak critic!
@@awarningtothecuriouswerewolves The music caught me as well. Had this been one with the new Glow in the Dark Cinema format, I would have discussed it a bit.
Love your channl. I am a huge fan of the Kaiju films and shows. Like to watch your videos and find other monster movies. Your video on Reptilcius as me searching for the Org. version I have to see him fly and without the green slime spitting. Keep it the great work.
The Danish version of Reptilicus can be a bit tricky to find. I just checked ebay and there are a couple for sale. Not sure how official they are, but as of now I think that's the only option.
Thanks for joining us here at the Snack Bar and for the kind words. I do appreciate it, James.
Creature Feature Videos
“CFVLLC” on Et-y if you get my drift. Can’t say more, YT keeps deleting my comments 🫤
@@Gappasaurus They have movies on et*y? I have never thought to check there.
@@AtomicSnackBar I hadn’t either, but it seems like CFV wasn’t posting on e*ay anymore, and their website hasn’t been updated in a while (it was supposed to get a major redesign a year or two ago but seems like that stalled at some point) so i did some digging and found their FB page (which _is_ active, cuz i was getting a little worried 😅) and their et*y page was linked from there. Simple, no? 😆
I guess as long as it can be interpreted as hand-made or custom, it’s allowed on et*y? 🤔 Then again, I’ve seen second-hand retail stuff there too, so who knows? 😄
just received my atomic snack bar with the scary alien shirt and my legacy wacky world lounge shirt with the wind-up monkey. very pleased. sometimes wonder if the monkey wasn't perhaps a call-back to rebel without a cause.
never heard of this flick. fancy that. intriguing.
That is awesome. I really appreciate it, Rich. And that's gonna look killer with that super groovy bowler hat. What colors did you go with?
Was there a cymbal monkey in Rebel Without a Cause? I've never actually seen that one.
@ AtomicSnackBar - yer slackin' on the Classics Slim. Getchur monkeys in the Wheelhouse.
@@tonysantiago255 To the corner of shame I go.
@AtomicSnackBar the monkey is *almost* the central symbol of the whole movie. 😊
@@orpheusgoeselectric Sounds like I might need to see that.
Cracking channel. mate!
Well, thanks, Paul. As long as that is a good thing and you weren't just referring to my cracking old bones.
@@AtomicSnackBar Have you done Hammer's Quatermass and the Pit, yet?
@@peterloohunt Not just yet. But I plan to cover it when I do the sequel episode to my Hammer Retrospective. Which should be sometime this year. I have already begun the notes. I should probably hurry up with that.
@@AtomicSnackBar Great stuff! I'll look forward to it. As a bit of a science historian, I find all these antiquated visions of our technological future, or alen life, charming and fascinating... same with the special effects.
@@peterloohunt I'm a big fan of the retro-future myself. So much better than the actual future we ended up with.
Floating Brains that possess humans in an attempt to take over the world. I believe we are already there. I have witnessed more than one of these possessed humans on autopilot.
As far as the movie goes the floating brains look awesome!! I’m on board with any monster brains or eyeballs. And the more veiny the better. This also reminds me how much I love The Brain from 1988.
I still haven't seen the Brain, but it's a memorable film for me now because it's the first video of yours I ever watched/commented on.
lovely vid, i haven't seen this one. It looks like a jolly good pictureflick. Brains were popular for a while - not so much now days. If you had sponge brain with eyes and put an Alexa thingy in it - that would be a cool accessory in any room. Might watch this film later as it is here on YT - but I had lined up Battlestar Galactica, Buck Rogers and Tales from the Golden Monkey to watch a few episodes of. Great vid, very informative, funny, just delivered with your own personal quality and style. Great stuff, many thanks.
Yeah, just watched it - great stuff. I really liked the contact lens effect, with his acting- spooky. The voice reminded me of Heavy Metal - the green ball thingy. Thanks for the recommendation - thoroughly enjoyed it.
I certainly would not be opposed to a line of The Brain from Planet Arous home and garden products. At very least, a Gor nightlight. Those shifty eyes soothing me to sleep.
Battlestar, Buck, and Golden Monkey. Sounds like a darn fine night of entertainment to me. I just finally started watching Space 1999, which I'm enjoying.
But really, buddy. The thanks goes to you for always hanging out at the Snack Bar.
@@wetdog1606 The Loc-nar. Talk about another item I would like a nightlight of. That's one of my favorite movies right there. It pretty much has everything I could possibly want in a film.
Glad you dug the Sexy Adventures of Gor.
@ AtomicSnackbar - Ha! I knew there was an adult version of The Brain From Planet Eros! Subtitled: The Sexy Adventures of Gor. Wasn't that part of an Edgar Rice Burroughs trilogy?
@ AtomicSnackbar - my mistake. The Gor books were written by John Norman. Apparently more erotic than the 'Land that Time Forgot' series.
Those Lenses that you pointed out reminded me of the ones that Gary Lockwood wore in that episode of Star Trek TOS where he was transforming into a superior human. I enjoyed this movie and the Creation of the Humanoids and you are correct about the pilot episode that starred John Agar. Thanks for a great review for a great oldie.
That's a great catch. I didn't make that connection before. But looking at screen shots, been awhile since I've seen the episode, I can see it. I even went to see if maybe Pierce had worked on the episode, but his last credit was two years before hand.
@@AtomicSnackBar Glad watching your reviews and takes on these old classics. Waiting for your next set of 50s, 60s and 70s movies and other trivia.
@@55Quirll Unless something unforeseen arises, every Friday at 7 p.m. est. But you never know when a yard gnome attack may happen.
Shoot, I didn't know he was married to Shirley Temple. Just looked that up. That was just after he left the army in 1946 and before he got type cast as a science fiction actor.
That was news to me until recently as well. I learn a whole lot doing research for these episodes. I forget most of it a week later, but still.
I know I've seen this movie but my memory of it has faded away. The brains are recognizable but the plot is no where to be found. I remember the early days of hi definition 1080p TV. They used to offer up a horror channel a Kung fu channel and some others. If they offered a channel with just these old classic sci-fi and horror from the 40's and 50's I'd eat it up. Pay a little extra to have these beloved, insanities remastered and preserved. Feels just like picking up an old Dr. Seuss book, or an Aesop's Fables, or a Grimm's Brothers.
Yeah, I guess the closest thing we have now is certain streaming stations. Not sure if you have a Roku box or TV, but I've run across several channels dedicated to classic movies and old sci-fi. But being deep in the Great DVD Re-Watch, I haven't really dug into any of them yet.
Also too, if you have Roku, I would recommend Dr. Gangrene's Cinetarium every Saturday night on the Necat Channel.
@@AtomicSnackBar Saturday night? But that’s when Svengoolie’s on! 😭
@@Gappasaurus It's the epic battle of the TV movie hosts. I like Svengoolie, but the Doc wins out for me. I dig the more independent feel of his show.
@@AtomicSnackBar I get that, Sven has definitely gotten more “polished” since the “Son of…” days 🫤 Kinda like the original MST3K compared to the modern episodes, which i find painful to watch for the same reasons… that and not being funny, of course 🙄
@@Gappasaurus Now that's a whole other can of robotic worms right there.
Possessing a scientist, making out with a lady and fighting a dog sounds like my usual Saturday night, and I’m not even translucent
…yet. 😉
@@Gappasaurus I’m so tanned you could make a leather wallet from my forehead
@@haitch2676 If your brain was as equally tanned & leathery, and you could get it to pop out and float around, that would be B-movie gold right there 😆
@@Gappasaurus I think between us we’ve sorted Hollywood’s writing problem haha
@@haitch2676 Next stop: the Oscars! 😆
When I first watched this, I thought I was going to really see something -- but all I got was a horny John Agar -- & then I realized the title was "Arous" -- not "Eros!" Cheers Warren, who needs new glasses!
Seeing the film as an adult, I think Planet "Eros" may have been the proper title. That was one randy bloating brain.
@@AtomicSnackBar -- & no strings attached -- well, maybe a few! Cheers Warren, who knows how to string people along!
I think they just forgot to put the "e" at the end of the title.
@@creech54 Well, that's the new title of my biography right there.
@@creech54 -- Well Michael, it's probably aroused some laughter over the years -- but not from me! Cheers Warren the serious -- or is that seriarous -- minded!
man, zombies must watch this movie and drool
Yeah ... just zombies. Nobody else. Nope.
You have to check out this audio story called my grandma used to work for. NASA it's so trippy it's a mix of h.p. love craft I think you like it its should be made into a movie..
You had me at Lovecraft. I shall look into that. Thanks, Jim.
Hey Sterling! I wrote a comment here way back in January when your video first came out. But it either got deleted by YT or I didn't save it properly. So here I go again... Did you forget Agar was in the major classic "Zontar the Thing From Venus?" Anyway, I think the ridicule of the special effects of this film (Arous) comes from the part when Agar is smashing the brain balloon with an axe and it bounces around like a balloon on a string (which it in fact was). Me, I don't care. Heck, I even like The Giant Claw's "big as a battleship" bird! I thought it looked great. But that's just me....
It's been happening more and more lately. Comments either don't stick, or I just don't get any kind of alert for them. But I do appreciate you trying again.
And how could anyone forget Zontar? He was just too powerful to mention in this video.
As to the bouncing brain, I happen to have it on good authority that that is exactly how alien brains react when attacked with an axe. It's science.
@@AtomicSnackBar 😂
This is on the mighty tube . I watched a color version thinking the brain might be creepy in color and was disappointed. The brain actually still looks like it’s in black and white!
In my opinion- stick to the original black and white
When I was a kid I used to like the colorized versions of films. But as a crusty ol' so-in-so, I never go for those anymore. Though Tony Santiago, a regular here at the Snack Bar, was telling me about a Harryhausen one that was really good. The film though is escaping me at the moment.
@@AtomicSnackBar um..maybe Earth vs The Flying Saucers? The colorized version of that is okay. I tend to side with you though ( I’m pretty crusty myself), I prefer the original B&W versions of most sci-if flicks
@@chrisbridges4885 Let me get back to you on that one. I'll ask Tony.
@ AtomicSnackbar - It's called: She. 1934-5? The DVD I bought has both the Colorized version and the original B&W. This might be the exception to the old saying: " Once you go B&W, you never go back. " Skirting the bounds of good taste, I know. Oh... Algorithm...
@@tonysantiago255 Oh, so it was colorized by Harryhausen, not a colorized Harryhausen film. Got it. My mistake.
There a lotta props who think though Aguar was prolific. He had the delivery of a shoe.
Doesn't make him any less prolific, though.
This plot reminds me of the hidden and a little who gose there the horror express interpretation
I saw "The Hidden" at theater as a kid. I don't remember much about it, but I've heard it's good.