You'll go snowblind watching this month's movie!

Happy February, HMN friends!

As part of our outreach program to help you all get through the corporate obligation that is Valentine's Day (the day, not the movie -- although you may need counseling for that, too), we offer this month's horrible movie -- the 1988 ski slope slasher, "Iced".

This stinker takes place at a ski resort, where a gaggle of idiots (who are almost always photographed like they're posing for a group photo) take in some skiing, drinking, and shtupping. When one of the fellas loses his girl to a rival, he vows revenge and angrily takes to the slopes, dying in the process. Or does he --? Four years later, the same group is mysteriously invited to a time-share ski weekend, where they are picked off by a ski-masked killer. Hmmmmm.

The screenplay was written by one of the actors (his first and last), and it also features Lisa Loring, who played Wednesday Adams in the original "Addams Family" TV series, who gives us some serious nakedity. What would Cousin Itt say?

There's some wonderful ridiculousness in this film: a man not able to find reverse on his car, nude cocaine use, a clairvoyant real estate developer, and the most hilarious carrot eating scene in the history of film.

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Saturday, February 20, 2009
8PM (Doors at 7:15)
The Complex - 6476 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, Calif 90038
$8.
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As always, the killer Omelettes will perform improv at the halfway mark of the movie, and during the end credits. Your host is Tom Winkler, creator of doodie.com, and Don'tWhackYourBoss.com -- he will lovingly guide you through this cinematic sweat lodge.

We sold out last month's show, so if you want a seat, show your ass up early! It's limited seating. We will be upstairs at the Flight theater this month -- there'll be plenty of signage to guide you there. Beer, wine, water, and all manner of treats will be available at our horrible concession stand.

And there will be prizes awarded for the best quotes yelled out during the performance. Get on our mailing list (horriblemovie@pacbell.net), or Facebook, or Twitter if you ain't already. We'll look for you at the theater!

HMN's Omelettes in the wild!

If you like the improv goodness that is the Omelettes at our shows, then you should head on out to support them at some special comedy events. First off, Steve is part of an improv competition every Monday:

IO West - Mondays at 8PM
http://west.ioimprov.com/

And Lindsey does a similar competition at the The Improv Space every Thursday:

Improv Space - Thursdays at 8PM
http://www.theimprovspace.com/

Both of these are "American Idol"-style judged contests -- the more support they get, the farther they get in the competition. So, head on out to see 'em one of these days. Perhaps we'll see you there!

And our next HMN is Saturday, February 20th at 8PM. Movie announcement to follow. See ya!

Hello, dear bad movie aficionados!

We hope you survived the holidaze, and send you the brightest greetings for the next decade. Let's start it off with something horrible!

For January, we proudly present "Guns of El Chupacabra" (trailer here). This 1997 epic chronicles the adventures of Jack B. Quick, Space Sheriff, on a mission from Queen Bee and King Allmedia (oh, yes) to hunt down an interstellar chupacabra let loose on Earth. A documentary film crew is investigating the deaths caused by the chupacabra, and a vigilante luchador decides to hunt the creature, as well. Also along for the ride are ninjas, government agents, aliens, and shotgun-wielding naked women.

Still with us? Good.

This cryptozoological sci-fi nightmare was written, produced, and starred in by the amazingly prolific Scott Shaw, creator of over 40 films (we highly recommend visiting his site). In 2007, Shaw was bestowed with a Smithee award for "Guns" -- the Smithees are given out yearly to only the most terrible movies (see his acceptance video here). It's HMN's first award-winning film!

It also stars scream-queen Julie Strain, her real-life husband (and "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" co-creator) Kevin Eastman, and Martin Sheen's brother Joe Estevez. The performance to watch, however, is Robert Z'Dar (who shined in "Maniac Cop"), as Z-Man Lord Invader, the doughiest galactic overlord you'll ever see. Only your last acid flashback will compare with the joyous horror you will experience with us.

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Saturday, January 23rd, 2009
8PM (Doors at 7:15)
The Complex - 6476 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, Calif 90038
$8.
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The lovely Omelettes will take the stage to improv scenes midway through the flick, and your host is the scintillating Tom Winkler of doodie.com. They will rock you.

We're doing our regular Saturday show, and no longer require RSVPs! Just show on up early before we run out of seats. We will have beer, wine, water, and snacks for sale in the lobby as you ponder what type of twisted creature you will become after being subjected to this month's movie.

There will be prizes for the quippiest quips, plus a couple special surprises. You can't miss it -- technically, you can miss it, but you will forever rue the day! Join our Facebook group and follow us on Twitter if you haven't already. And spread the word!

We'll look forward to seeing you at the show!

You better watch out --

Happy Horribledays!

As we approach awards season, Hollywood will bring out its best -- be it tear-jerking Oscar bait, or FX-laden epics, they are all sure to be wonderful gifts. But if you prefer a cinematic lump of coal, HMN has you covered (we know you've been bad, anyway).

That said, allow us to present Hulk Hogan in 1996's "Santa with Muscles", a film so bad, the original screenwriter sued to have his name removed from the credits. This cheesy Christmas disaster features the Hulkster as a millionaire of questionable morals (a stretch --?) who, during a run from the law, is knocked out cold and wakes up thinking he is Santa Claus. He somehow hooks up with an orphanage bedeviled by evil scientists (the head baddie is played by Ed Begley Jr.), and proceeds to do good. You will notice Mila Kunis in one of her first film roles as an orphan. But no rotten movie is complete without the inimitable Clint Howard! This one has got it all.

In deference to your busy December schedule, we have programmed HMN for a Thursday evening (we know your Saturdays are all taken up -- we checked). So instead of watching "FlashForward", come party with us and holler to your heart's content at one of the worst holiday movies you'll ever see.

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Thursday, December 17th, 2009
8PM (Doors at 7:15)
The Complex - 6476 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, Calif 90038
$8.
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We had a great turnout last time, so get your RSVPs in toot sweet to insure your seats.

RSVP now to: horriblemovie@pacbell.net

The always-fantastic Omelettes will again perform, and your host Tom Winkler of doodie.com will guide you down Candy Cane Lane for the evening. It promises to be some howlin' good holiday terror. Beer, wine, and snacks will be available to soothe your Christmas music-tortured soul.

Make sure to spread the word, and we'll see you at the theater!

To heck with "New Moon" -- go Troubled Moon with Horrible Movie Night!

Hey cats.

Instead of following the romantic entanglements of some pouty Northwest vampires this weekend, load in to the cryptozoological terror that is "Suburban Sasquatch"! The only thing this beast loves is stomping on people's legs, and roaring like a Shi Tzu in a laundry sack. You, however, will fall in love with the frightening effects, bumbling police officers, and beer-forsaking businessmen that inhabit our stinker this month. You must bear witness!

The good folks at Troubled Moon Films gave the world "Suburban Sasquatch" in 2004, and this Saturday, we bring it you!

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Saturday, November 21st, 2009
8PM (Doors at 7:15)
The Complex - 6476 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, Calif 90038
$8.
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The seats are filling up fast, so get on the stick and email us to RSVP:

RSVP now to: horriblemovie@pacbell.net

Hope to see you there!

Bigfoot shall rise again (again)!

Damned newfangled technology!

We were skunked for our grand debut of "Suburban Sasquatch" on account of a disfunctional DVD. Y'see what happens when you don't use your trusted VHS format?

HMN always has its parachute packed, and showed our back-up feature, "The Witching" from 1993. How could 64 minutes feel so long? This abysmal outing had a dour James Dean wanna-be (and his nerdy friend channelling Jon Lovitz) find a 400 year-old invocation to an ancient witch in the wall of his (70s-era?) tract home. And how did said witch & her minions enter our plane? Through the refrigerator, of course! As our heroes battled nose-picking demons and poorly-constructed puppets, our HMN audience rose to the occasion, and pepper-sprayed the screen with acidic jibes. Later, the Omelettes improv-ed "The Witching's" casting session to hilarious results. Everyone took turns kicking ass.

So you have another chance to be a part of the astonishing wonder that is "Suburban Sasquatch". To make this viewing extra-special, we will have prizes for the most hilarious riffs of the evening. The prizes are provided by the director himself, Dave Wascavage of Troubled Moon Films! He wishes he could attend our screening, but hopes you all enjoy yourself watching the movie (but assumes no responsibility for cleaning up your remains). Here's a lil' peek at what you have to look forward to (this is not the best part, BTW -- the whole movie is best part):



Saturday, November 21st, 2009
8PM (Doors at 7:15)
The Complex - 6476 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, Calif 90038
$8.

Your ebullient host for the evening is Tom Winkler, of doodie.com fame. The Omelettes will again be on hand to perform last rites for our film, with your help, of course! If you enjoy movie riffing, please pass this invitation along on to any like-minded friends!

RSVP now to: horriblemovie@pacbell.net

There'll be beer, wine, and snacks available for sale -- see how many you can have! Don't forget to join us on Facebook and Twitter. Spread the horrible word! Thanks!

Horrible Movie Night's podcast interview

Hey, folks. The intrepid Alex Roman, who discovers cool and worthwhile people & places in Los Angeles (and hosts a podcast featuring those discoveries), has lowered his standards greatly by devoting his latest show to HMN. Alex wallowed in the muck of bad cinema with us, and uncovered the origins (and future!) of our lil' ol' movie night.

He's a fantastically nice guy, and we thank him very much for asking us to be on his show. Visit his site Living in L.A., or get the podcast from iTunes.