“The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2” is a sequel that stands in a class by itself, well deserving of its own chapter in horror history. …continue reading Horror History: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2
A studio known for camp delivers a surprisingly smart, atmospheric, and unique vampire series sure to delight classic horror fans: Subspecies. Subspecies follows the …continue reading Horror History: Subspecies Series (1991-1998)
Often dismissed as low-budget trash, there’s far more than meets than eye to “Plan 9 from Outer Space” and Ed Wood’s brilliant vision. Ed …continue reading Horror History: Plan 9 from Outer Space (1959)
The iconic “Chucky” franchise is more than an influential horror property; it’s also important in terms of progressive LGBTQ+ representation. Thinking of LGBTQ+ horror, …continue reading LGBTQ+ Themes in the “Chucky” Franchise
Steven Spielberg’s 1975 shark adventure may have been a troubled production, but “Jaws” left an indelible mark on horror history. Jaws took a huge …continue reading Horror History: Jaws (1975)
Happy anniversary to “Bubba Ho-Tep”, an irreverent but important film about the fear of aging and refusing to go gentle into that good night. …continue reading 20th Anniversary of “Bubba Ho-Tep”
In honor of its anniversary, we celebrate the undeniable influence and enduring legacy of a beloved horror classic, “Friday the 13th”. Friday the 13th …continue reading Horror History: Friday the 13th (May 9, 1980)
On the anniversary of its release (April 27, 1956), we celebrate “Godzilla, King of the Monsters” and the legacy of Gojira, the kaiju King. …continue reading Horror History: Godzilla, King of the Monsters
On the heels of its anniversary and leading up to Earth Day, we explore the legacy and environmental consciousness of “The Creature”. The Creature …continue reading Horror History: The Creature from the Black Lagoon
Released on February 14, 1991, the impact and influence of the Academy Award-winning film “The Silence of the Lambs” cannot be denied. I can …continue reading Horror History: The Silence of the Lambs
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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