Despite strong effects and obvious talent, “Alien Country” falters in its scripting, failing to deliver the charm and humor it promises. The course of …continue reading VOD Verdict: Alien Country (2024)
The charming, intentionally silly horror comedy “Let the Wrong One In” tries to do for vampires what “Shaun of the Dead” did for zombies. …continue reading Tubi Tuesday: Let the Wrong One In (2022)
Cage delivers his maniacal best in “Mom and Dad” — a satirical explosion of repressed suburban angst that’s as funny as it is twisted. …continue reading Cage Match: Mom and Dad (2017)
In part two of our Halloween doubleheader, we embark on an intergalactic brawl over the campy merits of Uber Jason in “Jason X”. Welcome …continue reading Guilty Pleasures: Jason X
Before our favorite month comes to a close, we couldn’t help but scare up a few sweet short horror treats to compliment your fright …continue reading Fright Nights: Halloween Special
The perfect witty and warm-hearted watch for the holiday season, “The Beast of Walton Street” is a fiercely fun take on the werewolf subgenre. …continue reading Reel Review: The Beast of Walton Street (2024)
“Satranic Panic” sidesteps its flaws and microbudget limitations by delivering plenty of wild fun, humor, heart, and unbridled passion. When Max is brutally murdered …continue reading VOD Verdict: Satranic Panic (2023)
“Teeth” has achieved cult acclaim for the clever way it addresses the female fear of victimization alongside the male fear of emasculation. Vagina dentata. …continue reading Reversing the Victim Stereotype: “Teeth” and Female Agency
Unapologetically silly and unabashedly entertaining, “Willy’s Wonderland” lets a silent but deadly Cage go nuts on some creepy animatronics. This week’s Cage Match (as …continue reading Cage Match: Willy’s Wonderland (2021)
“Stupid Games” delivers an intriguing premise, but it doesn’t play its hand as deftly as possible, resulting in a missed opportunity. Play stupid games, …continue reading Hit or Miss: Stupid Games (2024)
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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