Dive into the strange world of Michael Mann’s The Keep (1983) with Ryan and guest host Doug from Good Times Great Movies! Is this supernatural Nazi horror flick a misunderstood gem or a glorious misfire? From Tangerine Dream’s haunting score to Ian McKellen’s Gandalf-esque performance, we unpack this oddball in Mann’s filmography. 

The Keep follows a Nazi unit in 1941 Romania occupying a mysterious citadel, only to unleash a demonic entity, Molasar. We explore the film’s folk horror vibes, its Raiders-esque adventure feel, and why it flopped despite a stellar cast (Ian McKellen, Gabriel Byrne, Scott Glenn). Plus, we dive into its faithful adaptation of F. Paul Wilson’s novel and debate if it deserves a modern remake.