WFLD Channel 32 - Monstrous Movie (Opening, 1979?)

Here is the open for WFLD Channel 32's Monstrous Movie. This is an earlier version (featuring a chilling, maniacal laugh) than the one previously posted from 1982. This could possibly date from the late seventies or very early eighties. (I wish I had more, but this is all I have)

Be sure to listen to the extra voiceover while the opening credits of the movie start. Are they two different announcers, or the same person? It's hard to tell.

UPDATE: According to knowledgable sources (Mr. Rich Koz) - "the first announcer is Ron Beattie, who left 32 around 80-81...the laughing in the background is a stupid old novelty item called "Bag O'Laughs" - that, when touched, played the demented laughter (hence the tinny
quality) - then, the specific v.o. about the film is Jim Barton. I'm guessing the taped open was still used after Ron left."

Anyway - cool, eh? This footage is rarer than hen's teeth, so if you can find any, please share it! :-)

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