Cult Film In Review

It's a bitter sweet episode of Cult Film in Review as we say goodbye to a long-time member of the cast (for now?). We're also reviewing a film that is giving us a mix of emotions, the 2016 comedy, The Greasy Strangler. In this episode, we ask, “does purposeful bad acting require very good actors?” […] The post The Greasy Strangler – A Greasy Goodbye appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This month, we're talking about the film on everyone's mind. The latest installment of the Alien franchise, Alien: Romulus. In this episode, we talk about the long lost art of practical effects and how it can bring a setting to life. Later, we discuss how this sci-fi heist film differs from the previous Alien entries. […] The post Alien: Romulus appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

Some legends need to be told, which is why we're putting the spotlight on this 1985 cult classic, The Legend of Billie Jean, starring Helen Slater and Christian Slater. In this episode, we discuss some of the main themes of this film, whether that's overprotective parents, mistreatment of women, or the young rising up and […] The post The Legend of Billie Jean appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

Sometimes the world needs a hero. Maybe four of them with a love of cult movies… This week we're reviewing the Arnold Schwarzenegger classic, Last Action Hero. We start off by asking why audiences didn't connect with this film at release, and whether this action comedy deserves another revisit. Later, we spend an unnatural amount […] The post Last Action Hero appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

It's a big show with an even bigger cast of characters. We discuss the 1971 kaiju film Godzilla vs. Hedorah. This iteration of the Godzilla franchise is one of the goofier ones, as Godzilla takes on the role of protector once again, but this time against the dangers of pollution. In the episode, we talk […] The post Godzilla vs. Hedorah appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

Wave your hands from side to side, because it's time talk about Super Mario Bros. (1993) Cult Film in Review style. In this episode, we compare this live action adaptation to the recent animated film that took the world by storm. Later, we talk a little bit about the tumultuous filming of the film, from […] The post Super Mario Bros. (1993) appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

It's a little change of pace this month. We're reviewing the 1985 war film Come and See. This film was a tough watch for some and repeat watch for others. In this episode, Chris explains why he's been waiting for the podcast's return to review this popular anti-war favorite from some of the world's most […] The post Come and See appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

We're taking a trip far into the future of 2017 as we review the 1988 sci-fi classic, Cherry 2000. It's our first fan episode of the year, and boy do we have a lot to talk about! As always, we get unnecessarily deep about whether robots can predict their own death. Later, we discuss whether […] The post Cherry 2000 appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

Hey Cuz! CFIR is giving one of their longest reviews for one of the least talked about films in the Texas Chainsaw franchise. This month the guys are talking about Texas Chainsaw 3D. In this episode, the crew spends far too long trying to make heads and tails of the Sawyer/Carson family tree. Later, they […] The post Texas Chainsaw 3D appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

We took a short break for the holidays, but we didn't want to leave you hanging. In this episode, the guys talk about their their 2023 highlights and answer a few questions from our soon-to-be digital overlords. We talk a lot about Disney and our predictions about the direction of MCU/Star Wars universe. Later, we […] The post 2023 In Review appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

The guys are branching out into one of Kyle's favorite genres, the Spaghetti Western! In this episode, we reminisce about a time when huge epic tales relied on telling stories with pictures, rather than exposition. Later, the guys ponder how much a dollar was really worth in the old west. And finally, we find a […] The post Once Upon a Time in the West appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

We're taking the podcast to another time and another place with our review of the Walter Hill rock and roll fable, Streets of Fire. In this episode, we discuss the real standout of this film, the soundtrack. More specifically the music of underrated, Fire Inc. Later, we ask how many more punches Rick Moranis' Billy […] The post Streets of Fire appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

It's good to be back, and just in time for Halloween. This month, we're discussing the Rob Zombie classic, House of 1000 Coprses. In this episode, we ask why this film makes 1977 look so much like 1993. Later, we pick our favorite members of the Firefly Family. And finally, we've got a whole bag […] The post House of 1000 Corpses appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

Calling all Cult Film in Review fans! The guys are back and answering questions from our future computer overlords. In this special teaser, they answer why they decided to get back in on the mic. What new updates fans can expect on the podcast. And reminisce about our favorite past episodes. The post Special Teaser: Cult Film in Review is Back! appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This year on Cult Film in Review, the boys are back in town for a very special Halloween episode. What film could have brought the boys back after nearly a year off the air? None other than Halloween, the 2018 sequel. In this episode, the guys reminisce about the last day they all went to […] The post Halloween (2018) appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys continue to review the horror films critics say were the worst with Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers. Also, stay tuned for an announcement.  In this episode, the guys talk about the convoluted family tree that is the Myers/Strode connection. Later, the crew gives their picks […] The post Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys continue to review the horror films critics say were the worst in the series. They’re talking Freddy’s Dead: The Final Nightmare.  In this episode, the guys pinpoint their first time watching this end of the franchise – well, until the next Freddy film. Later, Mike gives […] The post Freddy’s Dead: The Final Nightmare appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys continue to review the horror films critics say were the worst in the series. They’re talking Friday the 13th: A New Beginning! In this episode, the guys talk about their first time watching the “fake Jason” sequel and how disappointed they were to find out that […] The post Friday the 13th: A New Beginning appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys continue to review the horror films critics say were the worst in the series. They’re talking Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 3. In this episode, as per the October rules, the guys talk about which film they thought were the worst in the TCM series. Later, […] The post Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 3 appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys are doing something special this October. They’re discussing the worst horror film sequels of some of the franchises. First up, the 1996 sci-fi horror, Hellraiser Bloodline! In this episode, the guys talk about the first time they saw this sequel and what their initial reactions were. […] The post Hellraiser: Bloodline appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys are headed home to take care of dad – and take ut the trash, because they’re talking about the 1975 blaxploitation, Sheba, Baby. In this episode, the guys ask why it’s taken them so long to review true Pam Grier movie – this ain’t no Class […] The post Sheba, Baby appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys are getting introspective and reflective about family, because they’re talking about the 1999 drama Julien Donkey-Boy!  In this episode, the guys talk about where this film ranks with Harmony Korine’s other cinematic endeavors. Later, is there anything more soothing and frightening as Werner Hertzog reciting poetry […] The post Julien Donkey-Boy appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys are joined by special guest, Phoenix Filmbar’s Andrea Canales, to discuss the 1977 drama, Emanuelle in America.  In this episode, the guys talk a little about why they enjoy Phoenix Filmbar so much. If you’re a film fan visiting Phoenix, AZ, it’s a must-visit. Later, the […] The post Emanuelle in America appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys are going back home to see the family – but why? Because they’re talking about the 1984 horror sequel, The Hills Have Eyes part 2. In this episode, the guys explain why they saw or refused to see this sequel to the popular Wes Craven film […] The post The Hills Have Eyes part 2 appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys are searching high and low for a murderer, or monster, or some-thing, because they’re talking about the 1992 sci-fi mystery, Split Second. In this episode, the Cody explains why, over the extensive career of Rutger Hauer, he chose to review this film. Later, we talk about […] The post Split Second appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys are hitting the streets of Harlem with their review of the 1985 Motown martial arts cult film, The Last Dragon.  In this episode, the guys finally get around to discussing one of the most requested cult films by Cult Film in Review fans. What took them […] The post The Last Dragon appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys are taking their third trip down familiar territory with their review of The Exorcist 3.  In this episode, Kyle gives some background on the history of this film. Later, Chris and Mike discuss their first time watching this film and what kept them away from it […] The post The Exorcist 3 appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys are taking a trip to an island where there are hunters and the hunted. No, they’re not talking dinosaurs, they’re discussing Battle Royale. In this episode, Kyle gives a little background as to why this was a hard film to find in the early 2000s. Later, […] The post Battle Royale appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys aren’t trying to be clever, because all they care about is cheer! Because they are talking about the 1999 indie comedy, But I’m a Cheerleader. In this episode, the guys address a commonly held criticism. Is this film just a John Waters knockoff? All the guys […] The post But I’m a Cheerleader appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys are headed to the outer reaches of space to see what’s on the other side, because they’re reviewing the 1979 Disney sci-fi, The Black Hole. In this episode, the guys discuss what may very well be the darkest Disney film of them all. Later, it’s a […] The post The Black Hole appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week, the guys are leaving the streets behind to settle down with a special someone, because they’re talking about the 1988 street brawling action film, Deadbeat at Dawn. In this episode, the guys ask Chris what took him so long to pick this film. Later, clearly this film was shot on a low budget, […] The post Deadbeat at Dawn appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys are taking a trip to the carnival and finding a new family when they discuss the 1993 comedy, Freaked. In this episode, the guys discuss the career of Alex Winter and how he came to direct this wacky roller coaster ride of a film. Later, the […] The post Freaked appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week, Cult Film in Review is talking about the movie that turned into the series that started it all – Buffy the Vampire Slayer! In this episode, the guys bring up a controversial question, “Which is better? The movie or the series?” You’ll be surprised at what the guys think. Later, Cody gives some […] The post Buffy the Vampire Slayer appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week, Cut Film in Review talks about the controversial 1974 drama, the Night Porter. In this episode, Mike questions whether his fiance is living a dual life under an online pen name. One where her goal is to suggest some of the most uncomfortable films to discuss. Later, the guys talk about the strange […] The post The Night Porter appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

It’s Christmastime in Florida and the guys are gathering around the sled for some good ol’ cult movie reviewing because they’re discussing the 1972 children’s holiday film, Santa and the Ice Cream Bunny. In this episode, the guys talk about Santa’s less-talked-about superpowers, like telepathy and teleporting. But why can’t he take off his coat? […] The post Santa and the Ice Cream Bunny appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week, Cult Film in Review is obsessed – about talking movies that is – because they’re talking about the 1985 teen comedy, Better Off Dead. In this episode, the guys ask where Better Off Dead stands in the library of great John Cusack movies. Is it Serendipity good? Later, the guys find out what […] The post Better Off Dead appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

Hey guys, why not cruise down to the beach, pop open a few brewskis, and dialogue it up with the hosts of Cult Film in Review as they discuss the 1984 comedy, Hardbodies. In this episode, Cody gives a little background on Hardbodies, the Playboy produced skin flick turned Hollywood comedy. It was the 80s, […] The post Hardbodies appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week, the guys of Cult Film in Review explore the vast wasteland of divorce in their review of the 1981 cult film, Possession! In this episode, Kyle and Mike tell the story of their exciting first watch of Possession, if it wasn’t for Mike’s do-gooding ways! Later, the guys question what kind of work […] The post Possession appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week, the guys are packing their bags and headed to Lala Land to get their big break, because this week they’re talking about the 1970 drama, Beyond the Valley of the Dolls. In this episode, the guys have gotten a lot of requests to review this film. They hear from the fans and read […] The post Beyond the Valley of the Dolls appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week, you better be ready. Because the guys of Cult Film in Review wanna meet you in the parking lot – to discuss the 1987 teen cult movie, Three O’Clock High. In this episode, all the guys wonder how they could have possibly missed this 80s classic. They thought they had seen them all, […] The post Three O’Clock High appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys are taking you back to simpler times, when card trading was all the rage. Nope, they’re not talking about Pokemon, they’re talking about The Garbage Pail Kids Movie! In this episode, the guys ask at what age does schoolyard bullying become full-blown assault and theft? Later, […] The post The Garbage Pail Kids Movie appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys dive into the dark recesses of the Disney catalog with their review of the 1985 animated feature, The Black Cauldron. In this episode, some of the guys remember this film from their childhood, and some are seeing it for the first time. They discuss their first […] The post The Black Cauldron appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

Tonight the guys talk about one of Stephen King’s best film adaptations – or they’ll talk about the sequel. This week, Cult film in Review is discussing Pet Sematary 2. In this episode, the guys talk about Edward Furlong’s career and which of his films are their favorite. Later, speaking of actors careers, the guys […] The post Pet Sematary 2 appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, it’s the end of the world as we know it, but people aren’t fine… because the guys are talking about the 1984 science fiction cult classic, Threads. In this episode, Mike finally gets to watch a cult film that’s actually about the Cold War. Later, Kyle tells the family […] The post Threads appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week the guys are headed to the wild blue yonder to do a little fishing because they’re reviewing the 1999 sharksploitation, Deep Blue Sea! In this episode, the guys talk about the first time they saw this film. What’s not to love? Sharks and Samuel L. Jacksons! Later, they ask whether these sharks were actually that […] The post Deep Blue Sea appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week on Cult Film in Review, the guys are traveling to the future – of the war-torn, post-apocalyptic 1970s, because they’re reviewing the 1978 cult film, Jubilee. In this episode, the guys ask Mike where in God’s name he found this film, and why he desperately wanted to review it finally. Later, the crew […] The post Jubilee appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week, This Must Be the Place because we’re Burning Down the House in our Once in a Lifetime review of the 1986 cult movie, True Stories! In this episode, Mike explains where he thought The Talking Heads got their name from – at least from his 7-year-old perspective. Later, the guys stumble and bumble through […] The post True Stories appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

It took them two hundred episodes, but it’s finally time to review the much talked about John Carpenter sci-fi film – Ghosts of Mars. In this episode, the guys explain to the new viewers why this pick is such a momentous one – one that had to fall on a milestone episode. Later, they ask […] The post Ghosts of Mars appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week, the guys are packing up their PCs and jacking into the net, because there here to Hack the Planet. That’s right, Cult Film in Review is talking about the 1995 cult classic, Hackers. In this episode, Chris tells the guys why he’s been desperately trying to avoid reviewing this film since the podcast started. […] The post Hackers appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

This week the guys are taking an eight-legged adventure into a little slice of Rockwellian Americana because Cult Film in Review is talking about the 1990 creature feature, Arachnophobia! In this episode, the guys talk about the first time they ever saw this childhood favorite – one of them is even old enough to have seen […] The post Arachnophobia appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

It’s the final fantastic favorite film from a fan for Fan Pick February, and the fellas are doing a doozy with the 1972 horror anthology, Asylum. In this episode, the guys discover yet another horror anthology to add to their library that includes Trick R’ Treat, Creepshow, and the recent Trilogy of Terror. Later, the […] The post Asylum appeared first on Cult Film in Review.