Episode 203 - Monkeybone (with Error 4444)

Welcome to your favorite movie podcast, Not a Bomb!! This is the podcast where we revisit some of the biggest box office failures in cinema history and explore whether they deserve a second chance. We’ve just peeled the final banana of Ape-Ril. This episode is a barrel full of monkeys, and a barrel full of puns. Joining us are Samuel and Logan from Error 4444, our favorite go-to Blu-ray label for cult Asian cinema. We'll dive into the bizarre 2001 film, “Monkeybone,” and learn more about Error 4444's mission to preserve and present obscure Asian gems on Blu-ray. Samuel and Logan are curating an exciting collection of wild Asian films with new restorations and limited edition packaging, making them a must-own for cinephiles. “Monkeybone” is an interesting experiement that blends live-action with stop-motion animation. Join us as we explore the chaotic dreamscape created by director Henry Selick and the comedic genius (?) of Brendan Fraser. We dissect the film’s unique blend of humor and horror as well as the unforgettable characters that inhabit Downtown. Tune in to discover if “Monkeybone” is an underrated gem or a bomb that deserves a second chance. Monkeybone is directed by Henry Selick and stars Brendan Fraser, Bridget Fonda, Chris Kattan, Giancarlo Esposito, Rose McGowan, and Whoopi Goldberg. Now head over to Error 4444 and preorder some of the craziest films you will ever see! If you want to leave feedback or suggest a movie bomb, please drop us a line at [email protected] or Contact Us - here. Also, if you like what you hear, leave a review on Apple Podcast. Cast: Brad, Troy, Error 4444