Cinematic Titanic Season 1 Episode 4 The Wasp Woman

In season 1, episode 4 of Cinematic Titanic, the team sets their sights on The Wasp Woman, a science fiction horror film from 1959. In this classic B-movie, a aging cosmetics mogul named Janice Starlin becomes obsessed with maintaining her youthful appearance. She enlists the help of a scientist who has been experimenting with wasp enzymes in an effort to create a new type of anti-aging cream.

Things quickly spiral out of control as Starlin becomes increasingly dependent on the wasp serum, causing her to transform into a monstrous half-woman, half-insect creature who preys on unsuspecting victims. As the body count rises, the team of riffers - made up of Joel Hodgson, Trace Beaulieu, J. Elvis Weinstein, Frank Conniff, and Mary Jo Pehl - come together to provide non-stop commentary, jokes, and sarcastic commentary on the film's cheesy special effects and over-the-top acting.

As with all episodes of Cinematic Titanic, the team brings a unique blend of humor and nostalgia to the viewing experience. The Wasp Woman is a particularly fun episode, with the riffers taking aim at everything from the film's script to the questionable science behind the wasp serum to the wacky costumes and makeup used to transform Starlin into her insectoid form.

Throughout the episode, Hodgson and his team demonstrate a deep love and understanding of classic pulp sci-fi and horror films. At the same time, they never take themselves too seriously, with each riff building off of the previous one to create a constant stream of humor and entertainment.

While some of the jokes may be a bit on the silly side at times, the team is always quick to poke fun at themselves as well. In one memorable moment, Hodgson and Conniff engage in a hilarious dueling-banjos-style riff-off, with each trying to one-up the other with increasingly absurdist one-liners.

Overall, season 1, episode 4 of Cinematic Titanic is a must-watch for fans of classic horror and sci-fi films, as well as anyone who enjoys a good laugh at the expense of cheesy special effects and hammy acting. Hodgson and his team prove once again that they are masters of riffing, delivering a non-stop barrage of jokes and commentary that will keep viewers entertained from beginning to end. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the genre or just looking for a fun way to spend an evening, The Wasp Woman is not to be missed.