Angel Heart (1987)
Summary
Hosts Brent Terhune and Gavin Eddings celebrate Brent’s recent comedy special before reviewing the 1987 neo-noir horror film *Angel Heart*. They discuss the plot involving Mickey Rourke and Robert De Niro, the latter’s twist as the devil, and the actors’ famous feud. The episode also covers Lisa Bonet’s debut role, her relationship with Bill Cosby, and various celebrity rivalries.
Topics discussed
Intro, Brent's birthday, and comedy special shoutouts
Patreon tiers and the weirdest one-star review
Introducing Angel Heart and initial reactions
Louisiana accents, pizza, and the plot setup
The De Niro twist and voodoo ritual scenes
The De Niro and Rourke feud and other celebrity rivalries
Lisa Bonet's role and her relationships with Lenny Kravitz and Jason Momoa
Plot details: Harry Angel's identity and the ending
Box office failure and similar movie recommendations
Best kills, sex scene controversy, and outro
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