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Fantastic Fest 2023: Jackdaw

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September 23, 2023
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A high-octane thrill ride, “Jackdaw” surprises at every turn, keeping viewers engaged through the heartfelt drama and relentless action. Jack Dawson (Oliver Jackson-Cohen, The …continue reading Fantastic Fest 2023: Jackdaw

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20th Anniversary of Oldboy (Retrospective)

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August 14, 2023
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In honor of its 20th anniversary and theatrical re-release, we honor the impact and influence of the South Korean cult thriller “Oldboy”. After being …continue reading 20th Anniversary of Oldboy (Retrospective)

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The Daily Dig: My Dear Killer (1972)

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June 6, 2023
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A good mystery, stellar cinematography, and heavy drama make for an upper-echelon installment to the Giallo sub-genre. The death of a private investigator leads …continue reading The Daily Dig: My Dear Killer (1972)

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The Daily Dig: Darklands (1996)

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June 5, 2023
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A crime thriller without the cops, the Welsh thriller “Darklands” relies on little blood and gags to get its point across. A reporter investigates …continue reading The Daily Dig: Darklands (1996)

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Tubi Tuesday: Let the Corpses Tan (2017)

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March 14, 2023
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A strange trip, even for French films, “Let the Corpses Tan” is a weird, wild homage to spaghetti westerns that’s anything but ordinary. Gold. …continue reading Tubi Tuesday: Let the Corpses Tan (2017)

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The Daily Dig: The Washing Machine (1993)

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December 14, 2022
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Controversial Italian filmmaker Ruggero Deodato delivers a sexy, erotic crime thriller with a lush score and plenty of eye candy. A police inspector investigates …continue reading The Daily Dig: The Washing Machine (1993)

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Trailer Park: Emily the Criminal

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July 6, 2022
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Aubrey Plaza stars in the crime thriller “Emily the Criminal” which writer-director John Patton Ford describes as a “Millennial Dirty Harry”. Aubrey Plaza (if …continue reading Trailer Park: Emily the Criminal

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VOD Verdict: Scrapper (2021)

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April 9, 2022
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The real-life inspired horror in “Scrapper” is compelling and bone-chilling, but does that translate to satisfying onscreen thrills? The crime/drama/thriller Scrapper (originally titled The …continue reading VOD Verdict: Scrapper (2021)

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Reel Review: Lost Angel (2022)

Reel Review

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March 24, 2022
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Despite pacing problems, “Lost Angel” offers a compelling mystery with strong performances; an enjoyable watch but patience is required. Lost Angel is a thriller …continue reading Reel Review: Lost Angel (2022)

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VOD Verdict: An Intrusion (2021)

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January 18, 2022
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“An Intrusion” is a crime thriller about detectives, a deadly stalker, and dark secrets; it’s formulaic, but does the formula work? AN INTRUSION landed …continue reading VOD Verdict: An Intrusion (2021)

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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!