On its anniversary, we explore the history and legacy of Universal’s most sympathetic monster, inspired by real-life horror, “The Wolf Man”. With 1941’s The …continue reading Horror History: The Wolf Man (1941)
Film or story, dream or nightmare, Candyman’s name will carry through the halls of film and urban legend history, refusing to be erased. Considering …continue reading Politics of Horror: Candyman (History and Legend)
Out of all of John Carpenter’s work, “Christine” does not get the love it deserves and is due for reappraisal on its 40th anniversary. …continue reading 40 Year Anniversary of “Christine” (1983)
On its anniversary, we revisit the controversial Christmas classic that popularized the killer Santa genre, “Silent Night, Deadly Night”. In 1984, Christmas-themed horror wasn’t …continue reading Horror History: Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984)
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)
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
On its 35th anniversary, we celebrate the legacy of “Akira” — a film that, to this day, remains impactful, thought-provoking, and powerful. Like many, Akira …continue reading 35th Anniversary: Akira (1988)
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Tarantino’s “Kill Bill: Volume 1” is an homage-heavy cinematic love letter that continues to thrill. When the Shaw Scope title …continue reading 20th Anniversary: Kill Bill Volume 1 (2003)
On the anniversary of its release, we look back at the origins, influence, and enduring legacy of Clive Barker’s masterpiece “Hellraiser”. Clive Barker’s Hellraiser …continue reading Horror History: Hellraiser (1987)
A remarkable addition to a popular franchise, “Prey” stands on its own as a smart, sophisticated horror film with a strong feminist bent. When …continue reading One year later, “Prey” stands strong as feminist filmmaking
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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