It may be famous for its sizzle, but the real power of “Don’t Look Now” is in it substance; a beautiful treatise on love …continue reading Frights and Feelings: Don’t Look Now (1973)
There are hints of “Rear Window”, but they do not pan out in this direct-to-video thriller that has an impressive cast but lacks originality. …continue reading The Daily Dig: The 4th Floor (1999)
Often hailed as one of the scariest films ever made, 1984’s harrowing depiction of nuclear war and its aftermath is suddenly more terrifying. Enter …continue reading Headlines and Horror: Threads (1984)
Using the age-old technique of keeping everything as dark as possible can’t hide this copycat Sci-Fi horror film’s deficiencies. A team is sent to …continue reading The Daily Dig: Creature (1985)
Inspired by the father of all exorcism films, “The Exorcism of God” aims to add depth to the sub genre, but it’s not much …continue reading Reel Review: The Exorcism of God (2021)
Few genre films sit so securely in your psyche with such a specific color palette as this subversive play of fear and imagination. A …continue reading The Daily Dig: The Reflecting Skin (1990)
Whether or not it’s the best version of the beloved Dark Knight is up for debate, but is “The Batman” worth a trip to …continue reading Movie Night: The Batman (2022)
This seventies horror version of gaslighting has simple yet effective scares and does a good job building tension towards a twist ending. After intentionally …continue reading The Daily Dig: Dominique (1979)
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
With St. Patty’s Day right around the corner, we devote the month of March to Irish Horror, kicking things off with “Boys from County …continue reading Adventures in Movies: “Boys From County Hell” and “Agnes”
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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