In 1981, Ray Harryhausen gave us a masterclass in tension and practical special effects with Medusa's Lair in Clash of the Titans. In this highlight from the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast, host Tim Williams and guest co-host Chris McMichen break down why this specific sequence still holds up as one of the most suspenseful, terrifying monster encounters in cinematic history.
From the crackle of the fire to the rattling tail, this scene proved you didn't need modern CGI to scare an entire generation of kids!
👉 Watch our FULL deep dive into Clash of the Titans (1981) here on the channel!
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