“Winchester” is a decent ghost story if you don’t expect it to live up to the lore of its chilling (somewhat) true premise. I’m …continue reading In Defense of: Winchester (2018)
Nicolas Cage is trapped in small-town holiday chaos in the quirky, critically panned 1994 heist comedic caper “Trapped in Paradise”. IN THIS CORNER: KELLY …continue reading Cage Match: Trapped in Paradise (1994)
In a whirlwind of magical mayhem and Nicolas Cage’s trademark intensity, “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” conjures up a spellbinding adventure. IN THIS CORNER: KELLY MINTZER …continue reading Cage Match: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (2010)
We check into the “Horror Hotel” during this game of Tubi roulette, exploring the rooms of a b-movie horror anthology for hidden treasure. In …continue reading Untold Horrors: Horror Hotel (2013)
“Red Rock West” is a gripping neo-noir thriller, an essential unsung classic of mistaken identity, moral dilemmas, and relentless suspense. IN THIS CORNER: KELLY …continue reading Cage Match: Red Rock West (1993)
“Perfect Blue” explores the fragile boundaries of the self with thought-provoking themes that have only grown more pertinent with time. Perfect Blue, directed by …continue reading Movies With a Message: Perfect Blue (1997)
The newly restored 80s cult film “Candy Mountain” is a lackadaisical, musical examination of one man’s journey toward self-discovery… maybe. Oh, low-budget 80s movies, …continue reading Reel Review: Candy Mountain (1987/2024)
“The Family Man” isn’t exactly the fruitcake of holiday rom-coms because it’s not quite a seasonal staple, but it may be just as divisive. …continue reading Cage Match: The Family Man (2000)
“Moonstruck” is a timeless cinematic classic about unexpected love—chaotic and beautiful—and the unpredictability of the human heart. This week’s Cage Match (as chosen by …continue reading Cage Match: Moonstruck (1987)
“The Terminator” remains a cultural touchstone—a cinematic juggernaut that redefined the genre and launched a legacy spanning decades. “I’LL BE BACK!!” were the words …continue reading 40th Anniversary: The Terminator (1984)
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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