The ultimate revenge film, “Heathers” is a biting satire on the toxic side of American teen culture and an enduring classic. Once a geek, …continue reading 35th Anniversary of Heathers (1989)
Corny one-liners and an overall lack of threat take the bite out of Terry O’Quinn’s original “Stepfather” character. Jerry Blake survived his last family …continue reading The Daily Dig: Stepfather 2 (1989)
The “Last Shift” reimagining “Malum” is a thrilling, terrifyingly sadistic spectacle that proves sometimes you can fix what isn’t broken. Admittedly, it’s an unusual …continue reading Reel Review: Malum (2023)
If you’re a fan of zombie horror, try the harrowing and innovative “The Night Eats the World” that reinvigorates an oversaturated subgenre. Much can …continue reading If You Like Zombies, Try “The Night Eats the World”
A beloved genre-bending dark comedy classic, “Beetlejuice” delivered the ghost with the most we still can’t get enough of 35 years later. Tim Burton’s …continue reading 35th Anniversary of Beetlejuice (1988)
The harsh reception of one of Fulci’s last films is unjust; there’s an enjoyable evil throughout, even if it lacks his common brilliance. The …continue reading The Daily Dig: Demonia (1990)
“Polaris” is a breathtaking, apocalyptic story told in a visual language that will mesmerize many while leaving some out in the cold. The urge …continue reading Make Believe Seattle 2023: Polaris
A dazzling debut, “Like I Used To” is a slick slasher novel about women, written by a woman, that impresses with both beauty and …continue reading Now Read This: Like I Used To
Brilliant acting brings a dark side of humanity to an ingestible snack in this little-known New Zealand art horror flick. Siblings separated when they …continue reading The Daily Dig: Jack Be Nimble (1993)
“Pursued” shows promise but fails to deliver serious thrills or campy fun, languishing in the uninspired limbo between suspense and slasher. The latest film …continue reading Make Believe Seattle 2023: Pursued
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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