“Shadow of the Vampire” is a standout of the genre, blending horror with a thoughtful exploration of the nature of art and obsession. The …continue reading Spookshow: Shadow of the Vampire (2000)
With the makings of a cult classic, “Chainsaws Were Singing” is weird, wild, and wonderful — a true DIY original in a sea of …continue reading Fantasia 2024: Chainsaws Were Singing
Horror and Devon Sawa continue their strong relationship, even if “Consumed” offers little to reinforce the Wendigo’s terrifying lore. I live in Calgary, Alberta, …continue reading Reel Review: Consumed (2024)
We journey into the bowels of “Hell’s Hospital” for a look at good and evil, sin and punishment under the Christian gaze of “Room …continue reading Religious Horror: Room 6 (2006)
“House of Sayuri” masterfully blends chilling terror, effective humor, and endless surprises in a thrilling and subversive rollercoaster. Fans of J-horror are no doubt …continue reading Fantasia 2024: House of Sayuri (Sayuri)
Matthew Mercier’s “Poe & I” is a gripping urban/gothic fantasy that plunges readers into the eerie world of Edgar Allan Poe’s legacy. Matthew Mercier’s …continue reading Now Read This: “Poe & I” by Matthew Mercier (2024)
A chilling descent into corporate dystopia, “The Tenants” is a potent debut, offering a future that feels disturbingly close at hand. The most unnerving …continue reading Fantasia 2024: The Tenants (Seiibja)
Unlock the secrets behind why the “Escape Room” film series is a must-watch for every horror fan in our latest deep dive. In the …continue reading Why the “Escape Room” Series is a Must-Watch for Horror Fans
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“Blacula” is an important genre film due to its cultural impact, innovative approach to classic horror tropes, and stellar lead performance. Our latest in …continue reading Spookshow: Blacula (1972)
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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