Outstanding sets and expert-level special effects costumes are a far cry from Hooper’s earlier DIY filmmaking and a ton of fun. It’s Martians versus …continue reading The Daily Dig: Invaders From Mars (1986)
This one is for those who have a soft spot in their black hearts for cheesy eighties sci-fi horror that borders between spoof and …continue reading The Daily Dig: Transformations (1988)
It’s a surreal sci-fi double feature with two new releases, indie horror “Capsules” and the absurdist comedy “Smoking Causes Coughing”. Leonardo DiCaprio is one …continue reading Adventures in Movies: Sci-Fi Cinema
With impressive creativity and craftsmanship, “Abruptio” is astonishing — a film full of puppets that probes the depth of humanity. There’s a reason Evan …continue reading Reel Review: Abruptio (2023)
The 40-year-old “Videodrome” is an enduring classic that explores the debate about whether violence in the media causes violence in society. David Cronenberg’s 1983 …continue reading 40 Year Anniversary of “Videodrome” (1983)
A strong cast and FX legend weren’t enough to make this 50s sci-fi throwback anything more than vanilla with an uninspired alien creature. Teens …continue reading The Daily Dig: Without Warning (1980)
“They Crawl Beneath” is a fun popcorn flick that doesn’t try to be anything more than a tense and satisfying creature feature. For many …continue reading Reel Review: They Crawl Beneath
A contained sci-fi horror that focuses on characters instead of gags and effects but fails to make anyone likable; not much to chew on. …continue reading The Daily Dig: The Alpha Incident (1978)
The cheesiest, campiest, most shameless retro Sci-Fi Horror flick you’ll find and be able to sit through got a facelift for streaming. A meteorite …continue reading The Daily Dig: The Atomic Space Bug (1999)
“Event Horizon” is an atmospheric and chilling sci-fi horror film that deserves more love; discover it now on its 25th anniversary. Event Horizon was …continue reading 25th Anniversary: Event Horizon (1997)
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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