The Monster Squad

Horror-Comedy is an interesting subgenre when done right. We've already looked at several successful examples: GREMLINS, FRIGHT NIGHT, and THE LOST BOYS. However, this week we're looking at a mostly forgotten attempt: THE MONSTER SQUAD. The idea behind this movie was essentially THE GOONIES vs The Universal Monsters (Dracula, Frankenstein, The Mummy, The Wolfman, and The Creature from the Black Lagoon). It's one of the many 1980s movies where children managed to defeat supernatural villains.

This was a first viewing for both Chad and Cristina; which is surprising because Chad loved "kids as heroes" movies back in the day, and Cristina was a fan of horror even at a young age. Chad remembers the famous "Wolfman's got nards!" marketing, but Cristina doesn't remember this movie even existing.

So how will they enjoy this "cult classic" from 1987? Is it closer to STRANGER THINGS or HOWARD THE DUCK? Listen and find out!

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