How Did This Get Made? John Carpenter's Ghosts of Mars LIVE! w/ Nick Kroll
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Oct 31, 2025 Dive into a chaotic breakdown of John Carpenter's 2001 sci-fi horror flick, packed with hilarious flashbacks and bizarre character choices. Nick Kroll joins the crew to tackle everything from Ice Cube's epic moments to why Martians might resemble orca whales. The discussion highlights the absurdity of Big Daddy Mars, the wild prop choices like Natasha Henstridge's sweater, and graphic scenes that push the envelope. June adds spice with her 'Geostorm' tale and the gang reflects on Carpenter's legacy, leaving you both amused and bewildered!
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Shower Loneliness Fixes
- June Diane Raphael describes her shower loneliness and how she decorated her shower with a lamp, candle, and crystals.
- She framed the items as a remedy for long alone moments in the shower.
Costume Tonal Dissonance
- Natasha Henstridge's character looks pristine despite violence, creating tonal dissonance.
- Hosts use her 'catalog model sweater' to illustrate mismatched costuming versus action.
Night Shoots And Carpenter's Music
- Clea Duvall recalled long desert night shoots and John Carpenter's preference for filming late.
- The cast said Carpenter liked night schedules and composed the film's music himself.