We need more great holiday horror, especially for those more unsung holidays, but does “Time’s Up” give us the fireworks we’re looking for? Time’s …continue reading VOD Verdict: Time’s Up (2023)
“Trick ‘r Treat” has become a Halloween favorite, but it’s more than just a modern horror thrill; it’s also a treat of representation. Directed …continue reading Frights and Feelings: Trick ‘r Treat (2007)
“The Witching Season” is one of the hidden tantalizing treats among Tubi’s Halloween-themed horror — the perfect holiday horror watch. A series of five Halloween-themed …continue reading Tubi Tuesday: The Witching Season (2018)
The Granddaddy of all slashers celebrates its 45th Anniversary, and “Halloween” is just as effective and chilling today as it was in 1978. Ever …continue reading 45th Anniversary: Halloween (1978)
We discuss tricks and treats with the family-friendly Halloween horror “Spirit Halloween: The Movie” and the dubious indie “Hayride to Hell”. We begin, as …continue reading Adventures in Movies: Halloween Traditions
In honor of its anniversary, we reflect on the history and legacy of Tim Burton’s holiday horror treat, “The Nightmare Before Christmas”. Growing up, …continue reading Horror History: The Nightmare Before Christmas
Just when you thought October couldn’t get any better, genre fans now have a National holiday on 10/23 dedicated to horror movie magic. National …continue reading National Horror Movie Day: October 23rd
With a stellar horror pedigree, “Natty Knocks” is worth a watch — just don’t expect much emphasis on genuine horror or scares. Natty Knocks’ premise …continue reading Tubi Tuesday: Natty Knocks (2023)
The holiday horror season kicks off early with the much-anticipated Dr. Seuss parody “The Mean One” starring “Terrifier” talent Thornton. Dashing right over Halloween …continue reading Real Review: The Mean One
The love letter to our favorite holiday, 10/31, is back with its third chilling and thrilling Halloween horror installment, 10/31 Part 3. Just in …continue reading Trailer Park: 10/31 Part 3
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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