Cinema Insomnia

Cinema Insomnia (2001 - Present)

"The best show on television.....that you probably have never heard of."

Directed By: Ken Waller
Produced By: Mr. Lobo

Cast / Crew / Credits:
Eric Lobo - MR. LOBO
Sarah Dunn - QUEEN OF TRASH
Miss Mittens - HERSELF
Ken Waller - AREA 51 MECHANIC/ VARIOUS VOICES/ GORRILLA / CAMERA/ VARIOUS ALIENS/ VARIOUS MONSTERS/ DANCING TIKI /JAR JAR BINKS/ SOLDIER/ PILOT
Chris Grill - CREATIVE PRODUCER / RODENT WRANGLER/ ADDITIONAL WRITING/ GAYZILLA /SOLDIER/ HYPNO SPINNER/ JOHNNY C. OF THE DEL AIRES
Scott Moon - PLANET X MAGAZINE/ FILM ARCHIVIST/ GRAPHICS/ PRODUCER / BIGFOOT'S BANDMATE
Stan Fong - MAIN THEME "STOMPIN' AT 3AM"
Robert Neep - NEEPERVISION / TITLE ANIMATIONMike Neider - PROPERTY MASTER / RO-MAN/ CANNIBAL CARL/ SKINNER/ DEMENTED LITTLE HELPER/ BORIS KARLOFF/ KOGAR/ BIGFOOT'S NEIGHBOR/ JOHNNY OF THE DEL AIRES/ PRIME 8
Bill Gaunce - EASY CHAIR PRODUCTIONS / PRODUCTION CONSULTANT
Bill Swan - IDEA FACTORY / MARKETING CONSULTANT / TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Aaron Kinney - PASS KEY MEDIA / SOUND EFFECTS / TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Moe Better Mann - STATION GM, WILLIAM RUSSEL/ ANGRY VIEWEREMRL
Media Group - DIGITAL SERVICES/ LOCH NESS PHOTOLAB
Funky Joe Colletto - SUPER WASPMATION /ADDITIONAL EFFECTS
Reverend Steve - CHURCH OF ED WOOD / HIMSELF/ ANNOYING CUSTOMER #1
Master Derek Lobo - ROBOT 7D4/ YOUNG MR. LOBO/ PIT POPPER KID VOICE
Amy "Danger Pussy" Wright - LADY SKANKENSTEIN
Keith Lowell Jensen - FRANCOIS FLY/ COFFEE SHOP MANAGER/ ZARKOFF'S GOON #2/GHOST OF BOB WILKINS/ HOSTS OF HORROR PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE
Becca Costello - FLY GIRL/ BEATNICK POETMiles - ZARKOFF'S GOON #1
Amber Kloss - HEADLESS NURSE
Darin Wood - PEANUT SISTERS/ QUIZ TIKI/ TIKI TAKI
Micheal Monohan - DOKTOR GOULFINGER
Kristie Fenyo - ASTRA NAUGHTI, NURSE BATTY/ PANCAKE WAITRESS/RECEPTIONIST/ SARCASMA/ HOT DOG GIRL
Cherry Malone - YOUNG ACTRESS/ BEATNICK GIRL
Cynetra Verona - HULAHOTTII / PEANUT SISTERS
Scott Burge - MiMe
Scott Fraiser - SUPER ARGO/ BEATNICK
Nicolette Klopfer - STILL PHOTOGRAPHY
Will "The Thrill" Viharo - HIMSELF
Monica "Tiki Godess" Viharo - HERSELF
Bob Moricz - DR. LOCO
Mark Hyman - "RAD" ABRAMS, SKATEBOARD ATTORNEY
Jake Corbin - SKATER KID
Brian Walsh - GIGANTIS

SHOT ON LOCATION AT FAL NET STUDIOS, IN SACRAMENTO,CA. THE CREST THEATRE, MOSCONE CENTER, JAVA LOUNGE,THE PARKWAY THEATRE IN OAKLAND, THE SHOLL ESTATE INFAIR OAKS, AND ALL OVER NORTHERN CALIFORNIA.

Official Website: http://www.cinemainsomnia.com/

Cinema Insomnia is one of the last true late night horror movie showcases done in the tradition that Bob Wilkins and Elvira made famous. Many of us grew up watching these wonderfully unique programs back in the days before DVD, VCR, and yes even Cable TV. In the not so distant past, late night programs like these were the only outlet for viewing classic B films, monster movies, and horror classics. Cinema Insomnia recaptures the nostalgia of this time in TV history perfectly.

Cinema Insomnia is hosted by the multi-talented Mr. Lobo who's comic bits added before, during and after the features inject life into sometimes lifeless films. Lobo's tagline is "They're not bad movies - just misunderstood." As a student of film I tend to agree with that phrase. You see Mr. Lobo isn't just comic relief, even though he fulfills that role excellently, he is also a teacher as well. Thrown into the mix are fun facts about the featured films, although sometimes delivered in a subtle way or part of a punch-line, and some history as well. Lobo's hard work and dedication to the medium shines through in every episode making Cinema Insomnia a gem in the world of copy-cat reality driven programs that now dominate present day TV. It is good to see someone who loves what they do. Mr. Lobo may be a throw-back to another era of television, but entertainers like him may be what is needed to bring the medium back from the wasteland that it has become. Mr. Lobo is the perfect "Horror Host" hands down.

DVD Review: Cinema Isomnia - Episode 3 - Gigantis The Fire Monster

Gigantis the Fire Monster is presented 'Cinema Insomnia' style. Hosted by Mr. Lobo for the cable program Cinema Insomnia this DVD recaptures the feel of old fashioned late night movie nostalgia. Many older readers will remember that this is how these films used to be seen in an era long before DVD, VHS, or for that fact Cable TV. Mr. Lobo does an excellent job adding comic relief between scenes and there are a lot of good trailers and classic adds added into the mix. Overall a great trip down memory lane for those of us who can remember when and great campy fun for the younger generation. Copies of this DVD are available at Cinema Insomnia for $15.99.

Dick Tracy Meets Gruesome (1947)

Mr. Lobo is at it again. This time the victim is the 1947 addaption of the famed comic strip series entitled "Dick Tracy Meets Gruesome". Overall "Gruesome" is not a horrible film although it does use the good name of Karloff to it's full advantage. Missing from the film is the usual band of over the top criminals from the comics, instead we have Gruesome, who is played rather well by Karloff, who uses his menacing expressions to frighten instead of clever makeup. Enter the added comic stylings of Mr. Lobo. The added mystery satire makes this episode well worth viewing. It seems Lobo has lost his copy of the film and will go to all extremes to get it back even if that means becoming the love slave of Lady Skanknstein. A true showcase for this late night hosts comic talents. Also of note is the Dick Tracy cartoon short that is included with the show. Although the name Dick Tracy is on it Tracy himself is only shown for a few seconds. Mostly a dog does all the dirty work and Tracy gets the credit. Typical. Overall an episode not to be missed. Mr. Lobo does it again!

'Starcrash' Cinema Insomnia Style

Mr. Lobo has discovered that the last copy of Starcrash exists on board the Deep Space Super Station One. Many years ago before the last copies of the film were destroyed by the combined efforts of the Caroline Monroe Fan Club, Christopher Plummber's estate and George Lucas's lawyers, the deep space station recorded the film on magnetic tape. By using one of two Dynabeam receivers (Lobo has one and Europes number one horror hostess Astra Naughty has the other) Lobo is able to broadcast Starcrash for his Sleepless Knights to enjoy.

Lobo's Dynabeam feed is interrupted when a group of Louisiana Klingons attack the station. The stations curator jettisons the tapes before the station is destroyed, but they are now scattered across the galaxy.

Lucky for Mr. Lobo his European counterpart Astra Naughty has a spaceship...and a large set of glands. Together with their robot companion Ro-Man the two set out to find the lost tapes. Their quest leads them to the most remote sections of the galaxy including the evil space station of movie tie-in merchandise. In the end Mr. Lobo"s haggling skills fetch the last tape from the hands of a crazed salesman on the Garage Sale Planet. Once again Starcrash has been saved for future generations....to um...enjoy.

Without a doubt this is by far the most polished episode of Cinema Insomnia to date. Lobo's comic talents are showcased in several wonderful sci-fi parodies that match perfectly with the copy-cat film Starcrash. Also included are some great bits featuring Kristie Fenyo as the European sex kitten Astra Naughty. There is a interesting cameo by Church of Ed Wood founder Reverend Steve who pleads his case that Starcrash is a worse film than Plan 9 From Outer Space. I don't think any of us could argue against that.


A Fans Comments For The Cinema Insomnia Episode "Creature"

Being an avid fan of Mr. Lobo's show , Cinema Insomnia , I find it refreshing and original and Always entertaining !The episode of " CREATURE " ( 1984 ) is a prime example of his versatile talent and originality of production of his show ." CREATURE " , unfortunatly , has always been referred to as a rip - off of Ridley Scott's " ALIEN " ( 1979 ) , ( If you have seen the film , the monster DOES have a general likeness to the " ALIEN " monster ) however plenty of gratuatis sex and violence added .The BEST thing about this episode , to me , are Mr. Lobo's ' Wraps " around the film itself , as he searches for the reels of the film in space and Miss Mittens annoys him with the " Monster head " , by drooling on him ! Also , at the beginning of the show , he is about to announce that Ridley Scott's " ALIEN " is the movie for the night , when he is informed that ' ALIEN " is too costly so they must show a " rip -off " version instead !

Some of my very favorite segments of the show are the retro commercials that certainly bring back those memories of me being a kid ! This is just one of MANY Cinema Insomnia episodes that I HIGHLY RECOMMEND you viewers add to your busy T.V.watching.

mistermonster1954

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See Also: Creature / Monster from a Prehistoric Planet / Starcrash / Battlestar Galactica (1978) / Doctor Who (Season 3)(29) / Land of the Lost /