Spanish horror “Slasher” attempts to slice through genre conventions, offering horror fans a fresh perspective on the masked killer mythos. POINT: ONE TAKE FROM …continue reading Point-Counterpoint: Slasher (2024)
The lasting power of 1979’s “Alien” is a testament to its intensely atmospheric and primal experience that transcends its genre roots. It’s Josh’s pick …continue reading Spookshow: Alien (1979)
“Joker 2” is a haunting musical tragedy that strips away comic book fantasy to confront the devastating reality of mental illness. In a cinematic …continue reading In Defense of “Joker: Folie à Deux” (2024)
Brian De Palma’s “Snake Eyes” was dismissed upon release despite striking visuals and assured direction; is it ripe for a reappraisal? This week’s Cage …continue reading Cage Match: Snake Eyes (1998)
“Me, Myself & the Void” is a mind-bending journey through comedy and consciousness—a surprising indie gem that punches well above its weight. In his …continue reading Reel Review: Me, Myself & the Void (2024)
“Bystanders” offers a wickedly fun feminist take on rape-revenge horror, with satisfying thrills and unlikely vigilantes worth cheering for. While I’m not inherently opposed …continue reading Reel Review: Bystanders (2024)
“Night of the Harvest” is a twisty old-school slasher made with passion that delivers plenty of fun, surprises, and ample Halloween vibes. Of course, …continue reading Reel Review: Night of the Harvest (2023)
The “Terrifier” franchise has become a juggernaut thanks to the wild success of “Terrifier 2” and a truly iconic villain, Art the Clown. Brutal. …continue reading Spookshow: Terrifier 2 (2022)
“AJ Goes to the Dog Park” is an impossibly charming, no-budget absurdist comedy that delivers hilarious, surreal, feel-good fun. AJ Goes to the Dog …continue reading Fantastic Fest 2024: AJ Goes to the Dog Park
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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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