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MST3K re-enters with RiffTrax experiments
MST3K's return via RiffTrax experiments shows a mature, less fussy take on the classic show.
In brief
MST3K's return via RiffTrax experiments shows a mature, less fussy take on the classic show. MST3K's RiffTrax experiments revive the show with updated humor and visual style while maintaining its core identity. Originally reported by AV Club.
MST3K returns after 20 years
Mike Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett return to Mystery Science Theater 3000 after 20 years of RiffTrax.
RiffTrax has its own identity
RiffTrax has been active for 20 years, with its own voice and sensibility since its 2005 launch.
Adjustment period needed
Getting back into their old roles takes 40 minutes of an 80-minute movie for Mike, Crow, and Tom Servo.
New RiffTrax core
Connor Lastowka and Sean Thomason join Mike Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett for the RiffTrax Experiments.
Updated visual style
The theater effects show improved silhouettes with a nifty illusion that makes it look like the light is illuminating the contours of the figures.
Mature humor
RiffTrax work a little more off-color than cable-era MST3K, with jokes targeting mainstream entertainment.
Sting Of Death
Sting Of Death features Portuguese man o’ war attacks on college students with a colorful Floridian nightmare.
RiffTrax experiments
The RiffTrax Experiments use updated references to Star Wars episodes seven through nine and Syd’s Olive Loaf.
Pearl Forrester
Pearl Forrester sells the satellite’s naming rights to Syd’s Olive Loaf, recouping retirement savings through movie feedback.
RiffTrax humor
RiffTrax jokes target mainstream entertainment, including Young Sheldon and Adam Sandler.
RiffTrax and MST3K blend
The interplay between characters becomes more prominent, with a 'Look familiar, Mike?' joke at minute 60.
Future episodes
The RiffTrax Experiments aim to build on the first episode with more mature humor and visual style.
The one thing
MST3K's RiffTrax experiments revive the show with updated humor and visual style while maintaining its core identity.
