The Land That Time Forgot (1975): A Forgotten Classic of Adventure Cinema
S01:E13

The Land That Time Forgot (1975): A Forgotten Classic of Adventure Cinema

•

Episode description

In today's episode of Pat's Film Club, we dive into the thrilling prehistoric adventure of The Land That Time Forgot(1975), directed by Kevin Connor. This classic British sci-fi film transports viewers to a forgotten island where dinosaurs still roam, blending adventure, science fiction, and a touch of horror.

Pat Kelman explores the film's intriguing storyline, which follows a group of British and German soldiers stranded on a mysterious island during World War I. As they encounter prehistoric creatures and navigate a dangerous new world, they must put aside their differences to survive. With a special focus on the film's impressive (for its time) animatronic effects and practical model work, Pat sheds light on how The Land That Time Forgot stands as a quintessential example of mid-70s British adventure cinema.

Key Points Discussed:

  • [00:01:10] Introduction to The Land That Time Forgot and its setting.
  • [00:02:30] Overview of the film's plot and its unique blend of genres.
  • [00:04:33] Kevin Connor's direction and his collaboration with producer John Dark.
  • [00:06:20] The film's impressive use of animatronics and special effects for the time.
  • [00:07:50] The cultural impact and legacy of The Land That Time Forgot and its sequels.

Special Mentions:

  • The film's production by Amicus Productions, known for their horror anthologies and low-budget sci-fi films.
  • A discussion on the film's cast, including Doug McClure and Susan Penhaligon, and their contributions to the film's success.
  • The film's adaptation from Edgar Rice Burroughs' novel and the involvement of writer Michael Moorcock.

Notes:

  • Don't miss The Land That Time Forgot, airing on Film4 at 2:30 p.m. today!
  • Subscribe to Pat's Film Club on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform, and leave us a review to help us reach more film enthusiasts.
  • Follow us on social media @patsfilmclub for the latest updates.

Follow Us:

Upcoming Screenings:

  • Wes Craven's 1977 grindhouse classic The Hills Have Eyes – check our website for dates and venues.

Music Credits:

  • Theme tune composed by Modern Music, licensed via Pixabay.com
No transcript available for this episode.