Tales from the Tar: A Straight to Video Saga

Join us for an exhilarating episode of Cinema Yugen as we dive into the wild world of B-movies with author Michael Kanuckel! Known for his captivating works like Dream a Little Dream of Me, Winter's Heart, and the thrilling Black Tar, Michael shares his journey from the heart of Killbuck, Ohio, to the front-lines of the B-movie trade. In this episode, host Kent and Michael reminisce about their collaborative project, the Straight to Video anthology, where authors crafted their ultimate B-movie dreams. Discover the joy, creativity, and chaos behind stories like Michael's epic "giant blob from space versus giant fighting robot" saga. They delve into the nostalgia of VHS-era movies, practical effects versus digital, and the magic that makes B-movies unforgettable. Get ready for a roller-coaster of anecdotes, from the making of Black Tar to hilarious behind-the-scenes tales of 80s and 90s cinema. Whether you're a fan of Italian splatter gore or just love a good underdog story, this episode is packed with passion and fun. Don't miss this chance to explore the enchanting world of B-movies and the creative minds behind them. Tune in now and let the cinematic adventure begin! CHECK IT OUT: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Michael-Kanuckel/author/B00F1PTRSA?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true   https://www.amazon.com/Conquest-Planet-Tapes-Straight-Video-ebook/dp/B01EQ4NT62/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3DLFQLICJS5AO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.uGUARu0GyziSGAD_UamAPQ.yevSZHwWo7fx_gjCb03miY_LF3t8Fdhrixf8U07JYb8&dib_tag=se&keywords=conquest+of+the+planet+of+the+tapes&qid=1718335065&s=digital-text&sprefix=conquest+of+the+planet+of+the+taape%2Cdigital-text%2C349&sr=1-1   https://www.amazon.com/V-D-Straight-Video-4-ebook/dp/B07SJKLXHB/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ZN02RI00ZYLY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.cWpN4WwMPvKP4hY7RYDNY6TvfpWjeXrJPxcXlQl3U4jhU_Y7S0i6Nuz2Snn1ZZqn.ME0yAsL_u6xRUWP7llvjjglrPeSNvozW0zkFFg1egn8&dib_tag=se&keywords=VOD+straight+to+video+4&qid=1718335168&s=digital-text&sprefix=vod+straight+to+video+%2Cdigital-text%2C334&sr=1-1   https://www.amazon.com/Black-Tar-Cinema-Awesomeness-Book/dp/B07GXZCW62/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oXPT3kKdI47r5YLOkBqihsrbohXeQdwgg6VNV8iWq7hIcekeqjhKQ14iAW3HijLz.D43I5Y_c1LwoYP2-0-h7yQi85vnQWURjTnSjJjDrGpA&qid=1718335213&sr=1-2