About this episode
The episode discusses the cult classic film 'Dead Heat' and its unique blend of genres.
We're back to talk about Joe Piscopo! "Dead Heat" (1988) is a cult classic action-horror-comedy film that blends buddy-cop tropes with zombie horror and dark humour.Directed by: Mark Goldblatt (better known as an editor on films like The Terminator and Commando)Starring:Treat Williams as Detective Roger MortisJoe Piscopo as Detective Doug BigelowLindsay FrostVincent Price (in one of his final roles)Darren McGavinWhile Dead Heat wasn’t a huge box office hit, it's appreciated by fans of 80s horror-comedy and has become a cult favourite thanks to its unique concept, offbeat humour, and nostalgic charm.
People in this episode
Host: Retro Fandango
Topics covered
- action-horror-comedy
- cult classic
- 80s horror-comedy
- buddy-cop tropes
- zombie horror
- dark humour
Keywords
- Dead Heat
- Joe Piscopo
- 80s horror-comedy
- cult classic
- zombie horror
- Mark Goldblatt
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Books & works: Dead Heat
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