Retro Blood 122: The Hunger

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Welcome to another thrilling episode of Retro Blood! In Episode 122, your hosts James Kline and J. A. Alison delve into the mysterious and seductive world of gothic clubs, art movies, and the timeless David Bowie in his role as the immortal old man in "The Hunger."Join us as we party through the night, play classical tunes by day, and explore the eternal quest to defy aging. But that's just the beginning!
In our history segment, we take a deep dive into the cultural landscape surrounding the release date of "The Hunger" on April 29, 1983. From AWA Super Sunday featuring Hulk Hogan versus Nick Bockwinkel to early Hulk Hogan moments, we unravel the threads of time. Plus, we discuss the influence of the band Bauhaus and David Bowie's album "Let’s Dance" on the film's ambiance.
In our "Who Book this shit" segment, we explore Tony Scott's directorial debut and the novel by Whitley Strieber that inspired the film. Discover David Bowie and Susan Sarandon's thoughts on the movie and the reception it received at the time, along with its lasting impact on the genre.Finally, we dive into the full review, discussing the film's artsy gothic vampires, a captivating lady villain, and a doctor's desperate attempts to cure aging by embracing vampirism. And of course, we dissect Tom's lackluster performance and revel in the film's atmospheric gothic mood shots.

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