A remarkable addition to a popular franchise, “Prey” stands on its own as a smart, sophisticated horror film with a strong feminist bent. When …continue reading One year later, “Prey” stands strong as feminist filmmaking
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The sumptuous gothic tale “The Moth Diaries” is a potent meditation on female sexuality, longing, repression, and inner darkness. The Moth Diaries (2011) has …continue reading Digging Deep: The Moth Diaries (2011)
A staggering work of feminist horror, “Birth/Rebirth” finds familiar inspiration in the depth and emotional weight of “Frankenstein”. Birth/Rebirth wastes no time making an …continue reading Reel Review: Birth/Rebirth (2023)
“Frankenstein” gives life to a misunderstood monster, a fallen angel turned malignant devil, and forces us to confront our own humanity. As I was …continue reading Birth and Rebirth: 200 Years of “Frankenstein”
A lean, satisfying brutal survival thriller, “I Am Rage” doesn’t try to be anything other than a bloody good time — succeeding on that …continue reading Reel Review: I Am Rage (2023)
“Invoking Yell” is the successful marriage of “Blair Witch” and “Lords of Chaos” that births a refreshing spin on the Cam-Horror trope. Invoking Yell …continue reading Foreign Friday: Invoking Yell (2023)
A time machine to a possible future, “Dehiscent” is a short but powerful read to challenge your imagination and perception of your choices. Have …continue reading Summer Book Club: Dehiscent (Ashley Deng)
A strong, deeply personal feature directorial debut, “Heir of the Witch” offers much for fans of folklore and gothic, supernatural horror. Heir of the …continue reading Reel Review: Heir of the Witch (2023)
A well-executed homage to 70s slashers, “Bad Girl Boogey” is an indie horror film that feels both familiar and fresh — worth tuning in for. …continue reading Reel Review: Bad Girl Boogey (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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