Boyle and Garland return with “28 Years Later”—a frenetic and uneven sequel with a stellar final act that teases a chilling next chapter. 28 …continue reading Movie Night: 28 Years Later (2025)
“Final Destination: Bloodlines” revives the franchise with nihilistic thrills, dark humor, and a fresh twist on Death’s relentless design. The original Final Destination terrified …continue reading Take Two Review: “Final Destination: Bloodlines”
Those able to stomach the dark themes will find “The Rule of Jenny Pen” a fascinating rumination on power dynamics and ageing. Back in the …continue reading Shudder Sunday: The Rule of Jenny Pen
“Companion” favors in-your-face storytelling over nuance—delivering sharp humor and social allegory, shouting its message from the rooftops. Horror is not generally known for its …continue reading Movie Night: Companion (2025)
“Coraline” is a groundbreaking stop-motion masterpiece full of haunting visuals and a profound exploration of childhood fears and identity. There’s a madness to it, …continue reading Horror History: Coraline (2009)
If you don’t worship intellectual horror, “Heretic”—with its smart script and chilling lead performance, may just make a convert out of you. Hugh Grant …continue reading Movie Night: Heretic (2024)
Caitlin Cronenberg’s chillingly plausible and darkly funny “Humane,” explores privilege and sacrifice amidst ecological disaster. Satire can be pushed to such limits of absurdity …continue reading Shudder Sunday: Humane (2024)
Read two distinct spoiler-free takes on “Strange Darling” to see if it lives up to its killer buzz or if it will leave you …continue reading Point-Counterpoint: Strange Darling (2024) Review
With a stellar turn from Schafer, “Cuckoo” has enough strength to take flight, but it falls short of soaring and reaching new heights. Cuckoo …continue reading Reel Review: Cuckoo (2024)
“Trap” is at its best when you suspend disbelief and accept the film for what it is: an enjoyable serial killer romp with great …continue reading Movie Night: Trap (2024)
Guilty Pleasures
Guilty Pleasures
She’s a lover, he’s a fighter. Together, they’re CHEER AND LOATHING. Tune in to hear your hosts, Stephanie (Cheer) and Casey (Loathing), clash over the films they love — and the ones they love to hate.
Guilty Pleasures: Holiday Special Featuring “Elves”
In this holiday extravaganza episode of Guilty Pleasures, join hosts Stephanie, Kelly, and our newest addition, Jonathan (Jack was tied up in tinsel and couldn't join us), as they unwrap the bizarre and unhinged world of holiday cinema. They dive into the depths of Elves, a film that's as chaotic as it is entertaining. It's a sleigh full of questionable decisions, diabolical dialogue, absurd plot twists, wildly offensive antics, and unhinged holiday mischief.
And that's not all! In the second half of the podcast, join your festive cinephile friends for a look at four more ”nutty as a fruitcake” holiday treats: A New York Christmas Wedding, Elf Bowling, A Medea Christmas, and Jack Frost. Plus, we each offer a bonus Christmas flick guaranteed to make you say, ”Ho, Ho, HO-LY Hell!”
Expect laughter, disbelief, and a spirited debate about what truly makes a movie a guilty pleasure. Don't miss this festive journey through the weirdest corners of holiday films!
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