“Bring Them Down” is a stark descent into guilt and vengeance—a beautifully crafted but emotionally devastating thriller. Let’s get this out of the way: …continue reading Mubi Monday: Bring Them Down (2025)
“Never Have I Ever” is a tense psychological thriller about manipulation and secrets—a game of cat and mouse that keeps you guessing. Never Have …continue reading Reel Review: Never Have I Ever (2025)
Nicolas Cage is “Seeking Justice” in this surprisingly good action thriller that won’t waste your time, even if it doesn’t fully wow you. This …continue reading Cage Match: Seeking Justice (2011)
The title “Rage” represents Cage’s grieving father, but it’s more descriptive of the fury you’ll feel watching the irredeemable mess. IN THIS CORNER: KELLY …continue reading Cage Match: Rage (2014)
“Plight” is a raw and real film that packs a surprising punch and keeps you captivated with its riveting story and powerful performances. Plight …continue reading Indie Spotlight: Plight (2024)
Strong performances and emotional depth make “Rock, Paper, Scissors” an excellent thriller about the complexities of love and revenge. Directed and written by Doug …continue reading Tubi Tuesday: Rock, Paper, Scissors (2018)
With stellar performances and a plot that pulls no punches, “Femme” nails the tried and true thriller formula filtered through a queer gaze. Femme …continue reading Reel Review: Femme (2024)
“Roadkill” took me on an unexpected ride — a sexy and emotionally resonant journey of pain, vengeance, and the treacherous road to healing. Ok, …continue reading Reel Review: Roadkill (2024)
“Fair Game” isn’t high art, but this ’80s Ozploitation flick is an entertaining revenge thriller with a strong female lead and great visuals. I …continue reading Syndrome Saturday: Fair Game (1986)
“The Retaliators” is a bloody, bonkers, certifiably insane thrill ride — it’s a wild and unpredictable journey that’s wickedly fun. I just watched a …continue reading Reel Review: The Retaliators (2022)
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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