About this episode

Johnny Spoiler explores the cult classic horror film Roadgames and its significance in the genre.

Hit the highway for one of the greatest hidden gems in horror history as Johnny Spoiler takes a spoiler-filled ride through Richard Franklin's Roadgames (1981)—the Australian cult classic that asks: What if Alfred Hitchcock made a slasher on the open road? This week, Johnny breaks down why Roadgames deserves a place alongside The Hitcher , Joy Ride , and Breakdown , explores its reputation as one of the defining films of the Ozploitation era, and reveals the behind-the-scenes stories that make this thriller legendary—including Stacy Keach learning to drive a 16-gear semi in just two days, the Sean Connery casting that almost happened, and why Quid's dingo had to be renamed Boswell. Danny McBride's gritty new G.I. Joe movie heads to Springfield... but not the Springfield you expect. Remembering the legendary Sam Neill with a look back at Possession , Jurassic Park , Event Horizon , Merlin , and Bicentennial Man . Sydney Sweeney saddles up for Hollow, a gothic reimagining of Sleepy Hollow , plus three must-watch Sweeney films. JOLT Modern Soda Bundle - JOLT Cola & JOLT Root Beer - Zero Sugar, 80mg Natural Caffeine, Alpha GPC Focus Nootropics, Prebiotics, B Vitamins…

People in this episode

Host: Johnny Spoiler

Topics covered

• horror movies
• Ozploitation
• film analysis
• celebrity mentions
• hidden gems
• thriller breakdown

Keywords

• Roadgames
• horror
• Ozploitation
• Jamie Lee Curtis
• film analysis
• thriller
• hidden gems

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Products: JOLT Modern Soda Bundle, Harry's Original Shaving Kit for Men, Meatzy

Books & works: Roadgames, The Hitcher, Joy Ride, Breakdown, Possession, Jurassic Park, Event Horizon, Merlin, Bicentennial Man, Hollow

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