Decent practical effects and makeup, plus an interesting story of how the film was saved from obscurity, make this one fun but nothing more. …continue reading The Daily Dig: Scared Stiff (1987)
A strong and consistent character drives this inverted slasher as we journey the exploits of a fiery serial killer and his warped mind. Donny …continue reading The Daily Dig: Don’t Go in the House (1980)
Debauchery, taboo, betrayals, nudity, and of course, beautiful Italians abound in this pseudo-Giallo packed with twists and turns. A widower does his best to …continue reading The Daily Dig: Smile Before Death (1972)
Arrow Films releases a thoughtful, rich story that will hopefully shine a light on the important works and influence of Jean Rollin. Jean Rollin …continue reading Reel Review: Orchestrator of Storms (2023)
It’s exactly the film it claims to be and will satisfy any fans looking to expand their resume of eighties formulaic teen slashers. A …continue reading The Daily Dig: The Initiation (1984)
A formulaic slasher with a big finale in a cemetery would be a must-watch for slasher completists but doesn’t feature anything unique. A group …continue reading The Daily Dig: Death Screams (1982)
“The Slayer” is a pseudo-slasher film that employs a popular tactic from the VHS heyday: killer cover art but underwhelming content. Stranded on an …continue reading The Daily Dig: The Slayer (1982)
The artsy opening of “Kolobos” devolves into a gore fest with unbridled direction, with a plot that loses its focus but never its guts. …continue reading The Daily Dig: Kolobos (1999)
A good premise that is a little rough around the edges, “Dream No Evil” utilizes a “Psycho”-Esque twist to make its razor-sharp point. An …continue reading The Daily Dig: Dream No Evil (1970)
A mess of editing can’t ruin an endearing gothic flick that holds some Sid Haig trivia, as well as reflections of classic horror films. …continue reading The Daily Dig: Blood Bath (1966)
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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