While the social commentary may not hit as hard as intended, “Barbarians” is well written, well-acted, and more than worth your time. When it …continue reading Terror Tuesdays: Barbarians Review (2022)
Sandra Oh shines in “Umma”, a compelling, if flawed, supernatural tale of generational trauma — short on scares, but big on ideas. Umma is a …continue reading New on Blu: Umma (2022)
A deeply shocking and unsettling film, sure to alienate many viewers, “Masking Threshold” nevertheless feels hard to ignore or dismiss. Austrian artistic polymath Johannes …continue reading Panic Fest: Masking Threshold (2021)
“Rondo and Bob” is a heartfelt, infinitely watchable documentary about love and passion for filmmaking and the magic of the genre. Every horror lover …continue reading Panic Fest: Rondo and Bob (2020)
With the ridiculous horror-comedy “Crabs!”, you know exactly what you’re getting. And if you’re anything like me, what you get is delightful. Crabs! is …continue reading Panic Fest: Crabs! (2021)
With great effects, an investing story, and solid performances, “The Abandon” is a tense and thrilling isolation sci-fi horror with a twist. Within the …continue reading Panic Fest: The Abandon (2022)
An exquisite throwback to classic gothic horror, “Dawn Breaks” is stunning and boasts one of the genre’s most sumptuous soundtracks. I remember in the …continue reading Panic Fest: Dawn Breaks Behind the Eyes (2021)
“Woodland Grey” is a lovingly crafted and slow-burning psychological creeper that aims high but doesn’t quite reach its full potential. Reviewed as a screener …continue reading Panic Fest: Woodland Grey (2022)
This long-awaited doc offers a compelling and entertaining (if incomplete) look at how horror & heavy metal have become inextricably linked. Given the recent …continue reading Panic Fest: The History of Metal and Horror (2022)
“Homebound” is further proof that character-driven horror movies can offer some great scares without having to use over-the-top tactics. Holly (Aisling Loftus) is understandably …continue reading Reel Review: Homebound (2022)
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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