“Me, Myself & the Void” is a mind-bending journey through comedy and consciousness—a surprising indie gem that punches well above its weight. In his …continue reading Reel Review: Me, Myself & the Void (2024)
“Seeking Mavis Beacon” expertly weaves nostalgia, technology, and identity into a thought-provoking exploration of our digital lives. Seeking Mavis Beacon is a captivating and …continue reading Real to Reel: Seeking Mavis Bacon (2024)
“Peak Season” is a tender exploration of self-discovery amidst nature’s grandeur — a triumph of intimate storytelling and visual splendor. In Peak Season, writers …continue reading Reel Review: Peak Season (2024)
“You Gotta Believe” is a schmaltzy but sincere, fact-based slice-of-life tribute to the importance of hope and the power of love. I’m not a …continue reading Reel Review: You Gotta Believe (2024)
“The Other Laurens” is a slow-burn character study, offering a moody, atmospheric experience that prioritizes style over substance. Belgian director Claude Schmitz’s French-Spanish-English language …continue reading Reel Review: The Other Laurens (2024)
Released during Coppola’s prime, “The Conversation” is a timely, bleak, and brilliant film that hasn’t lost any of its bite or effectiveness. I had …continue reading Cinematic Love Letters: The Conversation (1974/2024)
“Sorry/Not Sorry” is a sobering look at a post-MeToo world and the nation’s reluctance to hold powerful men like Louis C.K. accountable. The more …continue reading Real 2 Reel: Sorry/Not Sorry
“June Zero” is a challenging and provoking look at how the fabric of history is woven, with monumental events shaped by ordinary people. One …continue reading Reel Review: June Zero (2024)
“Spell” is a simple but captivating meditation on grief, addiction, and self-discovery anchored by a potent lead performance. Benny (Barak Hardley) isn’t doing so …continue reading Tubi Tuesday: Spell (2018)
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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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