Alex Ross Perry’s “Videoheaven” is a sweeping, nostalgic deep dive into the rise, dominance, and cultural afterlife of the video store era. The rise …continue reading Real 2 Reel: Videoheaven (2025)
Decades in the making, “The Berlin Bride” reimagines past work into a surreal, haunting oddity set against late-80s Berlin. It’s always fascinating when an …continue reading Tubi Tuesday: The Berlin Bride (2020)
“Jessie’s Super Normal Regular Average Day” is a surreal stoner odyssey through philosophical absurdity, topless nuns, and punk rock. At one time or another, …continue reading Tubi Tuesday: Jessie’s Super Normal Regular Average Day (2019)
“Bob Trevino Likes It” is a touching, emotionally rich drama exploring loneliness, unexpected connections, and the power of kindness. Forget zodiac signs. Some films …continue reading Reel Review: Bob Trevino Likes It (2025)
Maverick filmmaker Harmony Korine is back with “Baby Invasion” — a genre-defying blend of film and video game tech. In a bold move that’s …continue reading Harmony Korine’s “Baby Invasion” Set to Invade Fantastic Fest
“Peak Season” is a tender exploration of self-discovery amidst nature’s grandeur — a triumph of intimate storytelling and visual splendor. In Peak Season, writers …continue reading Reel Review: Peak Season (2024)
A wildly fun and unexpected thrill ride, “The Last Stop in Yuma County” boasts a stellar cast, strong direction, and an outstanding score. Billed …continue reading Now Watch This: The Last Stop in Yuma County
Part hilariously raunchy buddy comedy, part explosive road trip thriller, and part remarkably poignant drama, “Off Ramp” is all heart. I did not expect …continue reading CFF 2024: Off Ramp
“Spell” is a simple but captivating meditation on grief, addiction, and self-discovery anchored by a potent lead performance. Benny (Barak Hardley) isn’t doing so …continue reading Tubi Tuesday: Spell (2018)
With two magnetic lead performances and a smartly crafted script, “Canvas” is a tale of envy and obsession that enthralls. Two young sisters, Eve …continue reading CFF 2024: Canvas
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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