We look at the subversion of the Male Gaze and queerness depicted in Oz Perkins’ dramatic religious Horror, “The Blackcoat’s Daughter”. The monstrous Feminine …continue reading Digging Deep: The Blackcoat’s Daughter
The dark and thrilling queer romance “Next of Kin” is the latest must-read from the master of wickedly satisfying endings, Elton Skelter. Hey, ghosts, …continue reading Now Read This: Next Of Kin (Elton Skelter)
The inconsistent writing in “Departing Seniors” can’t completely kill the vibe of this slasher’s great concept and fresh perspective. Horror has seen plenty of …continue reading Reel Review: Departing Seniors (2024)
Thematically rich with a sumptuous blend of beauty and barbarism, the artfully crafted and wonderfully unique “She is Conann” is a treat. French filmmaker …continue reading Reel Review: She Is Conann (2023)
We welcome actor and genre filmmaker Roger Conners to discuss his well-received feature debut “Rebirth” and his upcoming feature “Meat”. Welcome director, writer, and …continue reading The Chamber: Roger Conners
Todd Verow weaves queer history and symbolism throughout “You Can’t Stay Here”, creating a solid platform for actor Guillermo Díaz to shine. While a …continue reading Reel Review: You Can’t Stay Here
Lofty ambition isn’t enough to redeem “Bad Things” — a heartfelt and refreshingly diverse, albeit very flawed, homage to “The Shining”. Being a movie reviewer …continue reading Reel Review: Bad Things (2023)
A nasty little female-driven slasher, “Hands of Hell” may have had a shoestring budget, but it runs loops around most films of its ilk. …continue reading Microbudget Monday: Hands of Hell (2023)
A virus outbreak pushes a couple’s rocky marriage to its limits in Steven Pierce’s excellent new spin on the zombie genre, “HERD”. Upon reading …continue reading Reel Review: Herd (2023)
A scrappy little import, “Nightsiren” tackles the themes of witchcraft and superstition far better than most Hollywood productions. There seem to be two types …continue reading Reel Review: Nightsiren (2023)
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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