Definitely more horror than comedy, Sam Raimi nonetheless made an indelible mark in a short film that was part of master-of-the-macabre John Carpenter’s 1993’s anthology, Body Bags. (Raimi made a couple of cameos in it; keep yer eyes peeled. Horror king Wes Craven also makes a cameo, and one of the main roles.)
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If Sam Raimi’s ‘Send Help’ Has You Begging for More Horror-Comedy, Watch This John Carpenter Short Film in Full
Posted in Favorite Films, Features, Videos with tags Body Bags, David Naughton, John Carpenter, Sam Raimi, The Gas Station on 05/12/2026 by Kurt OrzeckExclusive Song and Lyric Video Debut: ‘Stranger’ by Michael C. Hall’s Band Princess Goes
Posted in Exclusives, Interviews, Videos with tags Matt Katz-Bohen, Michael C. Hall, Peter Yanowitz, Princess Goes on 05/12/2026 by Kurt Orzeck“Stranger,” the new song and video by Dexter and Six Feet Under actor Michael C. Hall’s band Princess Goes, is out today – and The Bad Penny has the honor of debuting it. The track is the first selection from the upcoming full-length by the band, which also features multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Matt Katz-Bohen (Blondie, Cyndi Lauper) and drummer Peter Yanowitz (Wallflowers, Natalie Merchant).
“Stranger” will be available for purchase on all major music providers tomorrow.
The three musicians founded Princess Goes in 2018 after vocalist/lyricist Hall met Katz-Bohen and Yanowitz as they all participated in performances of the acclaimed rock musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch.
After forming, the group put out two LPs and an EP. Their third full-length is due later this year and will be preceded by the release of additional singles.
Katz-Bohen touched base with The Bad Penny on Tuesday to exclusively discuss Princess Goes’ new song.
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Posted in Comedy, Videos with tags Bill Maher, David Cross on 05/07/2026 by Kurt OrzeckJesus Lizard Screamer David Yow’s Acting Demo Reel Is Pure Gold
Posted in Favorite Films, Features, Videos with tags David Yow, I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore, Jesus Lizard, Southbound, the Jesus Lizard, The Toxic Avenger, Under the Silver Lake on 05/03/2026 by Kurt OrzeckDavid Yow’s penchant for physical prowess is not only evident in his four decades as noise-rock’s ultimate madman; the Jesus Lizard frontman also taps into his mesmerizing contortions and transformations as an actor. Fans of Yow and his bands – which have also included Scratch Acid, Qui and Flipper – may be aware of his various forays in film, but only a select few have seen this wacky demo reel he used to clinch acting roles.
A short list of movies on Yow’s resumé include 2017’s I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore with Elijah Wood; 2023’s The Toxic Avenger with Peter Dinklage; 2018’s Under the Silver Lake with Andrew Garfield; and the 2015 cult-favorite horror anthology Southbound.
Continue readingBest New Music Videos (April 2026): Converge, Tiny Music, Foo Fighters, Tim Heidecker, Lamb of God, More
Posted in Lists, Videos with tags Atom Lux, Converge, Crocodiles, Foo Fighters, Lamb of God, Mermaid Island, Nascar Aloe, Tim Heidecker, Tiny Music, Yttling Jazz & Bobby Gillespie on 05/02/2026 by Kurt OrzeckEnjoy The Bad Penny‘s latest roundup of the best music videos that caught our eye last month. And be prepared to be both shocked and awed, as the songs and accompanying imagery run the gamut, to put it mildly.
1. Converge’s “Hum of Hurt”
2. Tiny Music’s “A Snack and Your Money Back”
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