Though it divided audiences and courted controversy, “The Stepford Wives” is a brilliant satire with themes that are still relevant today. During the 1970s, …continue reading Horror History: The Stepford Wives (1975)
A controversial but important and thought-provoking adaptation of a counter-culture classic, “A Clockwork Orange” has stood the test of time. Our latest in the …continue reading Spookshow: A Clockwork Orange (1971)
Rarely has a film so astutely reflected the adolescent female coming-of-age experience as the feminist cult horror classic “Ginger Snaps”. Ginger Snaps is a …continue reading Feminist Horror: Ginger Snaps (2000)
A cult phenomenon and cultural touchstone, “They Live” is a timeless horror classic that’s as relevant and entertaining today as it ever was. This …continue reading Spookshow: They Live (1988)
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
A beautiful, potent film about the immigrant experience, “Raging Grace” is a masterwork reflecting art’s ability to change hearts and minds. The easy synopsis …continue reading Reel Review: Raging Grace (2023)
“Tales from the Hood” is oft overlooked despite its outstanding effects, timely themes, and moral lessons that resonate with modern society. Executive-produced by Spike …continue reading Movies With a Message: Tales from the Hood
As much a sign of the current times as it is a witty satire of the early 2000s, “Young, Sexy & Dead” takes bold …continue reading Headlines and Horror: Young, Sexy & Dead
Blacktober continues with an underrated Wes Craven classic, “The People Under the Stairs”, featuring one of the best protagonists in horror. SHOW NOTES FROM …continue reading Donna Tha Dead: The People Under the Stairs
“Trinket Box” is a Tubi original exploring racism and generational trauma through the lens of haunted objects and demonic possession. Written and directed by …continue reading Tubi Tuesday: Trinket Box (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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