Gremlins 2: The New Batch - S16 E128
Show notes
Welcome back to Shoot the Hostage for the sixth instalment of our “Size Doesn’t Matter” season where this week, Dan has dragged us to the high-tech non-functioning corridors of Clamp Tower. Yes, we’re tackling the pinnacle of chaotic movie sequels: Joe Dante’s 1990 live-action cartoon, Gremlins 2: The New Batch.
What to expect in this episode:
- Sarah explains why her maternal instincts are triggered by Gizmo and the strange resemblance he has with her cat.
- We try to solve the ultimate Mogwai hygiene mystery.
- Praise for John Glover’s performance and why we warm to a character designed to parody a certain orange balloon man.
- We celebrate Rick Baker’s practical effects and debate our favourite Gremlin designs, from the Spider Gremlin to the Gargoyle Gremlin.
- Gizmo’s incredible Rambo-style montage and how Sylvester Stallone personally signed off on the gag.
This season has eight episodes, concluding September 21st
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