With strong performances, surprising depth, well-crafted scares, and stellar practical effects, “Smile” delivers the genre goods. At the World Premiere of Smile, writer/director Parker …continue reading Fantastic Fest 2022: Smile
“Shaky Shivers” has a ton of heart, great FX, and more laughs than two years’ worth of horror comedies combined. As a reviewer of …continue reading Horrorhound 2022 Review: Shaky Shivers
“The Retaliators” is a bloody, bonkers, certifiably insane thrill ride — it’s a wild and unpredictable journey that’s wickedly fun. I just watched a …continue reading Reel Review: The Retaliators (2022)
Horror tropes become popular for a reason, but overusing them in an unoriginal way can be the kiss of death for a horror story. …continue reading Art of the Scare: Horror Clichés
A virtually flawless film and perhaps Ti West’s best to date, “Pearl” is masterful, and Mia Goth is a revelation — 5 out of …continue reading Movie Night: Pearl (2022)
Art the Clown is finally back in “Terrifier 2”, and he’s more bloodthirsty, more twistedly hilarious, more unhinged, and better than ever. At the …continue reading Fantastic Fest 2022: Terrifier 2
We highlight eight of our favorite academic horror films — from the iconic and game-changing to the downright silly and just plain fun. Horror movies …continue reading The Great Eight: Student Bodies
The Creeper makes his long-awaited return to stalk again in “Jeepers Reborn”, but should he have just stayed in hibernation? Reboots, requels, rehashes…. Reborn. …continue reading Hit or Miss: Jeepers Reborn
We celebrate 45 years of the wonderfully weird, indescribable, unforgettable Japanese experimental comedy-horror film “House” (aka Hausu). When I was thinking about what to …continue reading 45th Anniversary: House (1977)
While the formula may seem simple, crafting a truly effective horror story is no easy feat. Writers must master these five elements. It’s no …continue reading Art of the Scare: Crafting a Great Horror Story
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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