In this week’s episode, we dive into the neon-soaked, PVC-wrapped future of Barb Wire (1996): a film that boldly asked, “What if Casablanca… but with more explosions and significantly fewer buttons?” We break down the wild behind-the-scenes chaos, the practical effects, the last-minute rewrites, the leather-clad world-building, and Pamela Anderson’s full-throttle commitment to becoming the hardest-drinking, hardest-kicking bounty hunter of the distant future year of 2017. Expect fun facts, production disasters, comic-book origins, and maybe even a cameo.

We’re joined by friend of the show Dean from TotalCultZone.com, who brings his encyclopaedic knowledge of cult cinema and low-budget brilliance. If you enjoy what we do, check out more episodes at www.100thingswelearnedfromfilm.co.uk and support the show over on Patreon.com/100ThingsFilm for bonus content, early episodes, and all the good stuff. Strap in — things are about to get absolutely mad.

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Barb Wire is a 1996 American superhero film based on the Dark Horse Comics character of the same name. It was directed by David Hogan, produced by Brad Wyman, and written by Chuck Pfarrer and Ilene Chaiken. The film stars Pamela Anderson in the title role, alongside Temuera Morrison, Victoria Rowell, Xander Berkeley, Udo Kier, and Steve Railsback. Although Barb Wire was panned by critics, it has attracted a cult following.

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Step into the mirror with us as we head to Chicago’s Cabrini Green for 100 Things We Learned From Candyman. This week we’re summoning Clive Barker’s urban legend and Bernard Rose’s haunting 1992 film to uncover every drop of blood, honey, and history behind Tony Todd’s iconic hook-handed ghost. From the real-life horror stories that inspired it to the shocking bee stunts, hypnotised performances, and Philip Glass’s chilling score, we dig deep into how a gothic fairy tale became one of horror’s most enduring and intelligent nightmares.

Join Planty and John as they whisper “Candyman” (only once, we promise) and explore race, class, and the power of belief that turned a local legend into a cinematic myth. Expect buzzing trivia, behind-the-scenes madness, and the sweetest blend of fear and fascination as we count down 100 terrifying, tragic, and totally fascinating things we learned from Candyman.

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This week on 100 Things We Learned From Film, we’re diving deep into 1997’s Wishmaster, the Wes Craven–presented, Robert Kurtzman–directed slice of supernatural horror where every wish comes with a deadly price.

We’re joined by friend of the podcast, Paul Payne, the creative force behind Evil Genius Artworks and Comics, to unpack the gore, the mythology, and the staggering amount of horror royalty packed into this underappreciated gem. From the practical effects wizardry of KNB to Andrew Divoff’s unforgettable performance as the Djinn, we explore how Wishmaster became a love letter to the golden age of monster makeup and VHS horror.

Together we’ll unearth the film’s mythic inspirations, its roster of genre icons, and the franchise it spawned through the late ’90s and beyond. Expect laughs, lore, and a little nostalgia for a time when horror was slimy, practical, and gleefully over the top. So be careful what you wish for and join us as we count 100 things we learned from Wishmaster.

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