Boasting one of the best VHS covers ever, “Bloody New Year” doesn’t deliver on its promise until too late, and then only barely. On …continue reading The Daily Dig: Bloody New Year (1987)
Extraordinary and mesmerizing, “Moon Garden” is a lo-fi yet visually sumptuous fantasy/horror fever dream for all ages. Even though we tend to forget this …continue reading Reel Review: Moon Garden (2022)
“Intruder” is a visceral rollercoaster ride through a supermarket of horrors, delivering stellar suspense, creative kills, and practical FX. Show Notes From Drek: Intruder …continue reading Drekculas Underworld: Intruder (1989)
Revisiting Burton’s “Sleepy Hollow” with adult eyes makes me yearn for the innocence and susceptibility to fear and wonder of my youth. When I …continue reading Childhood Horror: Sleepy Hollow (1999)
One of King’s most harrowing novels, “Gerald’s Game” is a cerebral, contained thriller that’s absolutely devastating in its simplicity. Stephen King has had a …continue reading Reading the King: Gerald’s Game (1992)
VR/AR innovations, player engagement, expert insights, and ethical considerations are shaping the future of immersive horror gaming. In the ever-evolving landscape of iGaming, a …continue reading Horror and iGaming: The Rise of Interactive Horror Experiences
Inspired by a shocking true story, “Pig Killer” takes a unique and controversial approach to exploring the depravity of a real-life monster. Film criticism, …continue reading Real 2 Reel: Pig Killer (2023)
A beautiful, potent film about the immigrant experience, “Raging Grace” is a masterwork reflecting art’s ability to change hearts and minds. The easy synopsis …continue reading Reel Review: Raging Grace (2023)
Some movies change us, some movies stay with us forever, and some movies never lose their hold over us — movies like “The Exorcist”. During …continue reading Cinematic Love Letters: The Exorcist (1973)
Depending on who you ask, “Don’t Open Till Christmas” is either a trainwreck or an entertaining sleazy slasher perfect for some merry mayhem. We …continue reading Spookshow: Don’t Open Till Christmas (1984)
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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