Empire of the Full Moon – Episode 20: Hideous! (1997)

In this episode of Empire of the Full Moon, Mike Cadaver explores the grotesque and gleefully weird 1997 film Hideous!, one of Charles Band’s most bizarre creations. With his signature blend of horror, dark comedy, and low-budget charm, Band delivers a tale of mutated freaks, shady collectors, and mad science gone wrong.

Mike breaks down the film’s twisted puppetry, grotesque humor, and underlying satire, examining how Hideous! fits into the larger tapestry of Full Moon Features. He digs into the practical effects, Band’s recurring themes of beauty vs. monstrosity, and the film’s oddball cast of characters.

This episode highlights Hideous! as a prime example of Charles Band’s ability to turn the grotesque into cult gold. It’s a wild ride through one of Full Moon’s strangest corners—equal parts creepy, campy, and completely unforgettable.

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