Svengoolie Season 8 Episode 1 Village of the Giants
- January 12, 2019
Svengoolie's eighth season begins with a bang as he presents the 1965 science fiction film, Village of the Giants. This cult classic follows a group of teenagers who come across a strange substance that causes them to grow to giant proportions. With their newfound size and strength, they begin to wreak havoc on the small town they reside in. As the community tries to figure out how to stop them, a greedy businessman seeks to use the teenagers' size to his advantage.
The film features a star-studded cast, including Tommy Kirk, Ronny Howard, and Beau Bridges. Kirk plays Mike, the leader of the group of teenagers who stumble upon the mysterious substance. Howard, in one of his early roles, portrays Genius, a brilliant teen who finds himself growing even smarter as he grows larger. Bridges plays Fred, a tough guy who uses his size to bully others.
As with many sci-fi films from this era, Village of the Giants is full of campy special effects and over-the-top acting. However, the film also tackles themes of teenage rebellion and the dangers of power and greed. As the teenagers become increasingly intoxicated with their newfound size and strength, they begin to forget about the consequences of their actions. The film serves as a cautionary tale about the perils of unchecked power.
Svengoolie, as always, adds his signature comedic flare to the presentation. He interjects humorous comments throughout the film, pointing out the film's flaws and delivering puns relating to the plot. He also features entertaining skits during commercial breaks, incorporating props and costumes to create a humorous atmosphere.
Overall, this season premiere of Svengoolie promises to deliver an entertaining and hilarious viewing experience. With a classic sci-fi film and the comedic antics of Svengoolie, fans of horror and humor are sure to be pleased.