One of the most important exports of Japanese cinema ever, the pioneering cyberpunk anime “Akira” is still relevant more than 30 years later. As …continue reading Hallowed Halls: Akira (1988)
A slow burn of realistic fear from the most infamous pest known to man: the rat! How can something so small make you go …continue reading The Daily Dig: Of Unknown Origin (1983)
Futuristic cars, aliens, Sherilynn Fenn, a killer soundtrack, and the young tiger blood of Charlie Sheen coalesce to form a sinfully underrated 80’s gem. …continue reading The Daily Dig: The Wraith (1986)
World class sets, props, effects, and creatures — plus strong performances from a well-known cast — turn a cliché premise into an enjoyable genre gem. A …continue reading The Daily Dig: Leviathan (1989)
A giallo-inspired slasher from the sub genre’s Golden Age, “Edge of the Axe” is a but muddled, but stylish and satisfying enough to be …continue reading Tubi Tuesday: Edge of the Axe (1988)
First rate 80’s special effects make up from John Carl Buechler compensates for a tired tale that “borrows” elements from mainstream horror. An ancient …continue reading The Daily Dig: Mausoleum (1983)
Unparalleled locations, a rich historical plot, high production values, and a Riz Ortolani score make this a unique and entertaining giallo. An Italian Archaeologist …continue reading The Daily Dig: The Dead Are Alive! (1972)
Video Rewind tells the stories behind forgotten VHS favorites from the video store era, one rental at a time! This month’s movie is 1994’s …continue reading Video Rewind: The Shadow (1994)
Though filled with grief and depravity, there is an undeniable heartbeat to “Whoever Slew Auntie Roo” that harmonizes well with the holidays. A bereaved …continue reading The Daily Dig: Whoever Slew Auntie Roo (1972)
Made during the height of Bigfoot mania, “Sasquatch” is not a great film, but it definitely has a charm and realism that make it …continue reading Tubi Tuesday: Sasquatch, the Legend of Bigfoot (1976)
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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