The visually breathtaking dystopian epic “Casshern” delivers a grim warning about war, technology, and the cost of losing our humanity. When Casshern was released …continue reading Movies With a Message: Casshern (2004)
Green shades, transformation, and emotion: Why Alan Moore’s brilliant “Swamp Thing” desperately needs to be brought to life via animation. Alan Moore’s legendary run …continue reading Let’s Talk About: Swamp Thing (Alan Moore)
Sometimes, the scariest, most inescapable horror is the kind that occurs in one’s own head. This month, we look at madness in horror. After …continue reading Donna Tha Dead: March Madness
A master of disturbing and body horror, Junji Ito’s twisted tales are unforgettable, and these five standouts will shake you to your core. For …continue reading Top 5 Most Disturbing Junji Ito Tales
“Akira” is a masterpiece of animation, grotesque body horror, and powerful social commentary that’s a visual and auditory showpiece. I was lucky. Growing up, …continue reading Eerie Essentials: Akira (1988)
On its 35th anniversary, we celebrate the legacy of “Akira” — a film that, to this day, remains impactful, thought-provoking, and powerful. Like many, Akira …continue reading 35th Anniversary: Akira (1988)
Some of the coolest and most unique forms of niche entertainment, including anime and horror, have recently found massive mainstream appeal. The openness, transparency, …continue reading Niche Entertainment Goes Mainstream
As the popularity of anime grows and vampiric lore continues to seduce, now is the perfect time for a “Vampire Hunter D” resurrection. Anime …continue reading “Vampire Hunter D” Deserves an Anime Revival
In this Adventures in Movies double shot, we look back at the best and worst films of 2021 and discuss new releases “See for …continue reading Adventures in Movies: Best and Worst of 2021
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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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