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Cult Cinema CircleGinger Snaps (2000) with special guest Dennis RobinsonOn today’s bonus episode, we’re finally getting to a movie that is just primed to be a cult classic, and is truly my favorite werewolf movie. We’re covering the female rage werewolf movie herself, Ginger Snaps (2000). This movie was written by Karen Walton and directed by John Fawcett.This movie stars Emily Perkins, Katharine Isabelle, Mimi Rogers, Kris Lemche, and Jesse Moss.Joining me for the episode is Dennis Robinson, co-creator of Botched: A D&D Podcast and author of the graphic novel series Lycan: Solomon's Odyssey. We talk about Dennis...2024-03-151h 48Cult Cinema CircleWhat I Watched: February 2024On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in February 2024Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-03-0155 minCult Cinema CircleCoraline (2009)On today’s episode, we’re heading over to the Other World for a rousing performance from circus mice, but along the way, we’ll learn about ourselves and find out that things aren’t always what they seem, while we revisit the stop motion banger that is Coraline (2009), celebrating its 10 year anniversary!! This movie was directed by Henry Sellick and adapted from a dark fantasy children’s novel written by Neil Gaiman.This movie stars Dakota Fanning, Teri Hatcher, Jennifer Saunders, Dawn French and Ian McShaneIntro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan B...2024-02-2859 minCult Cinema CircleParty Girl (1995) with special guest Bobby MasterOn today’s episode, we’re heading out to Renee’s, and maybe on our way, we can stop by the public library and change the whole trajectory of our lives while we’re at it. Today, we’ll be diving into the independent cult hit that is Party Girl (1995). This movie was directed by Daisy Von Scherler Mayer and written by Daisy, Harry Birckmayer and Sheila GaffneyThis movie stars Parker Posey, Omar Townsend, Liev Schrieber, Guillermo Diaz and Sasha Von Scherler.Joining me for this episode is pop culture expert and all around...2024-02-211h 39Cult Cinema CircleValentine (2001)On today’s episode, we’re going out tofind a hot date and try not to get killed in the process, while we revisit the classic 00s slasher that is Valentine (2001). This movie was directed by Jamie Blanks and written by 2 different sets of writers (Donna and Wayne Powers) (Aaron Harberts and Gretchen J. Berg)This movie stars Marley Shelton, David Boreanez, Denise Richards, Jessica Cauffiel, and Jessica Capshaw.Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan BoyleShow E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.comFollow Cult Cinema Circ...2024-02-141h 02Cult Cinema CircleNurse 3D (2013)On today’s episode, we’re getting admitted to All Saints Hospital and getting ready to meet our sexy, stripper medical professional with a penchant for murder, while we cover the erratic erotic thriller that is Nurse 3D (2013).This movie stars Paz De La Huerta, Katrina Bowden, Corbin Bleu, Niecy Nash-Betts, and Martin DonovanIntro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan BoyleShow E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.comFollow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-0758 minCult Cinema CircleWhat I Watched: January 2024On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in January 2024Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-011h 04Cult Cinema CircleShe's All That (1999)On today’s episode, we’re dancing to the Rockerfeller Skank and going to a weird beard art show in the city, while we revisit the absolute teen classic that is She’s All That (1999). This movie was directed by Robert Iscove and written by R. Lee Fleming Jr. and is a loose adaptation of the play Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw.This movie stars Freddie Prinze Jr., Rachael Leigh Cook, Paul Walker, Jodi Lynn O'Keefe and Matthew Lillard!!!!Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan BoyleShow E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail...2024-01-311h 08Cult Cinema CircleEurotrip (2004)On today’s episode, we're going on a early 00s filled ride while we revisit the sex comedy, Eurotrip (2004). This movie is turning 20 years old next month, so I thought why not cover this film? This movie was written by Jeff Schaffer, Alec Berg and David Mandel, and was "directed" by Jeff Schaffer, but his two writing buddies also directed, as well.This movie stars Scott Mechlowicz, Jacob Pitts, Michelle Trachtenberg, and Travis Wester, and includes cameos from Lucy Lawless, Fred Armisen, and an uncredited Matt Damon and Jeffrey TamborIntro/Outro Music: "Ph...2024-01-241h 06Cult Cinema CircleGBF (2013) with special guest Darren SteinOn today's episode, we're strutting down the hallway with our three new besties after being forced out of the closet, while revisit the queer cult gem, GBF (2013). This movie was written by George Northy and directed by Darren Stein.Joining me for part of my episode is the director of this film, Darren Stein. We had a lovely chat about the production of this movie and the overall legacy that this film has. We don't dive too much into plot or characters super deep or anything, but go give this movie a watch if you like...2024-01-171h 07Cult Cinema CircleSorority Horror Slumber Party with special guest Pickens BarringerJoin me and friend of the show, Pickens Barringer, on a fun dive into the horror subgenre that is Sorority Horror. We talk about 20+ films that range from pretty good to pretty bad and talk about the good, the bad and the halfway decent of this subgenreIntro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan BoyleShow E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.comFollow Pickens on InstagramFollow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-102h 24Cult Cinema CircleLast Holiday (2006)On today’s episode, we’re going to the Grand Hotel Pupp, and coming off the high of the new year, while we get into the wonderful film that is Last Holiday (2006)This movie stars Queen Latifah, LL Cool J, Timothy Hutton and Alicia WittIntro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan BoyleShow E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.comFollow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-0356 minCult Cinema CircleWhat I Watched - December 2023On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in December 2023.Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-0153 minCult Cinema CircleBatman: Mask Of The Phantasm (1993) with special guest Mx. Travis McMasterHappy Holidays, listeners!!!!!On today’s episode, we're heading to Gotham City and taking on the Phantasm himself, while we revisit the absolute banger that is Batman: Mask Of The Phantasm (1993). This movie was released 30 years ago today!Joining me for this conversation is new friend of mine, Mx. Travis McMaster. Travis is a huge fan of this film, and we had a lovely conversation about the history of Batman, and how this movie was made, and just how awesome it really is. This is such a sophisticated piece of animation and truly se...2023-12-251h 55Cult Cinema CircleSanta Jaws (2018)On today’s episode, we’re heading into Christmas by covering an all-time banger of a movie, Santa Jaws (2018). Do you like Christmas? Do you like sharks? Do you like bad SyFy movies? Then this is right up your alley!!!Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan BoyleShow E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.comFollow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-2045 minCult Cinema CircleThe Hot Chick (2002) with special guests Horror QueersOn today's episode, we're swapping bodies via ancient earrings, and trying to get back into our own bodies, but all the while, learn more about ourselves and.... maybe learn a lesson or two, while we revisit our problematic fave that is The Hot Chick (2002). This movie was directed by Tom Brady and written by Tom Brady and Rob Schneider.This movie stars Rachel McAdams, Rob Schneider, Anna Faris, Matthew Lawrence and Eric Christian Olsen.Joining me for this episode are some horror buddies of mine, Trace and Joe from Horror Queers!! It was...2023-12-131h 32Cult Cinema CircleSister Act 2: Back In The Habit (1993) with special guest Ari DrewOn today's episode, we're heading off to States and seeing when Jesus walked for ourselves, while we revisit the joyful sequel that is Sister Act 2: Back In The Habit (1993). This movie was directed by Bill Duke and written by James Orr, Jim Cruickshank, and Judi Ann Mason.This movie stars Whoopi Goldberg, Dame Maggie Smith, Kathy Najimy, Lauryn Hill and Sheryl Lee Ralph, with a whole host of other fun cast members (Michael Jeter, Jennifer Love Hewitt)Joining me for this episode is a new buddy, Ari Drew. Ari is a huge fan...2023-12-061h 30Cult Cinema CircleWhat I Watched - November 2023On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in November 2023.Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-0153 minCult Cinema CircleRepo! The Genetic Opera (2008)On today's episode, we're heading over to visit the graveyard to see our dead mom, and finish the night at Blind Mag's show, while we revisit the goth cyber punk musical cult hit, Repo! The Genetic Opera (2008). This movie was directed by Darren Lynn Bousman and co-written by Darren Smith and Terrance Zdunich.This movie stars Alexa Vega, Paul Sorvino, Anthony Stewart Head, Sarah Brightman, Paris Hilton, and Bill Moseley.Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan BoyleShow E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.comFollow Cult Cinema Circle on I...2023-11-2948 minCult Cinema CircleAddams Family Values (1993) with special guest Mx. Travis McMasterOn today's episode, we're creepy and we're kooky, mysterious and spooky, and all together ooky, while we head on down to Camp Chippewa, and also call the agency to make a complaint against Debbie, while we revisit the beautiful camp classic film that is Addams Family Values (1993). This movie was written by Paul Rudnick and directed by Barry Sonnenfeld.The cast of this film includes icons like Anjelica Huston, Raul Julia, Christopher Lloyd, Joan Cusack, Carol Kane and Christina Ricci. We also have the love of my life in this film, Mr. David Krumholtz.2023-11-221h 45Cult Cinema CircleThe Texas Chainsaw Massacre Franchise with special guest Pickens BarringerIt’s time to worship at the altar of the saw, friends, while me and my good Judy Pickens Barringer and I talk about all 9 movies in the Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise!We give our rankings for this film series, talk about Pickens’ experience with The Exorcist: Believer, and just talk about blood, guts, and ass that come along with this wild series of films!Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan BoyleShow E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.comFollow Pickens on InstagramFollow Cult Cinema Circ...2023-11-152h 22Cult Cinema CircleThe Rugrats Movie (1998)On today’s episode, we’re heading back to the 90s and talking about the first movie based from a NickToon, The Rugrats Movie (1998). This movie is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, so what better time than to cover it now!!!Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan BoyleShow E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.comFollow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-081h 02Cult Cinema CircleWhat I Watched - October 2023On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in October 2023.Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-011h 51Cult Cinema CircleGoosebumps: The Haunted Mask (1995)Happy Halloween!!!!Today, we're talking about the penultimate piece of horror media that made me a horror fan, and gives the best Halloween vibes. Today, we're covering Goosebumps: The Haunted Mask (1995).Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan BoyleShow E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.comFollow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-311h 11Cult Cinema CircleBram Stoker's Dracula (1992) with special guest Donovan MarcotteOn today’s episode, we're heading to Transylvania to go meet a mysterious man that lives in a giant castle and wears black for some reason. In celebration of the end of spooky season, we're covering the beautiful looking classic movie, Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992). This movie was written by James V. Hart and directed by Francis Ford Coppola.This movie stars Gary Oldman, Winona Ryder, Anthony Hopkins and Keanu Reeves.Joining me for this episode is the wonderful Donovan Marcotte, who is a superfan of this film, and of vampires, in general. We di...2023-10-251h 43Cult Cinema CircleThir13en Ghosts (2001)On today’s episode, we’re heading to our new glass house that we inherited, but we’re also trying to fight for our lives while we revisit the absolutely cult classic horror film, Thir13n Ghosts (2001). This movie was written by Neal Marshall Stevens and Richard D’Ovidio and directed by Steve Beck.This movie stars Tony Shaloub, Shannon Elizabeth, F. Murray Abraham, and the patron saint that is Matthew Lillard!!!This movie was such a huge part of me growing up, and I enjoy it for the stupid joy that it is. I ho...2023-10-181h 15Cult Cinema CircleErnest Scared Stupid (1991) with special guest Nathan from I Hope You Suffer PodcastOn today’s episode, we’re on the hunt for some miak, and also on our way to fight some gross looking trolls, while we revisit the Halloween classic that is Ernest Scared Stupid (1991). This movie was directed by John Cherry and written by Charlie Gale and Coke Sams.This movie stars Jim Varney and Eartha Kitt!!! That’s pretty much it, because I mean, it’s an Ernest movie!Joining me for this episode is my good buddy and Ernest expert extraordinaire Nathan Sizemore from the I Hope You Suffer Podcast!!! We chop it...2023-10-111h 50Cult Cinema CircleTrick R Treat (2007)On today’s episode, we’re heading to a fun and sexy party in the woods with our best girlfriends, and on our way, we’ll make a pit stop at the Halloween Parade and that weird, old rock quarry that has that old legend, while we revisit the wonderful horror anthology staple, Trick R Treat (2007). This movie was directed and written by Michael Dougherty.This movie stars Anna Paquin, Brian Cox, Dylan Baker, and a whole host of other great cast members (A fair amount of them, Canadian, since this was shot up there)...2023-10-041h 05Cult Cinema CircleWhat I Watched - September 2023On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in September 2023.Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-0154 minCult Cinema CircleTo Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar (1995)On today’s episode, we're heading off to the Drag Queen of America Pageant, but we have to make a mandatory stop to Snyderville, so we can enrich the lives of the straights in the town, and show them that us queers aren't so different after all, while we revisit the wonderful drag queen road movie classic, To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar (1995). This movie was directed by Beeban Kidron and written by Douglas Carter Beane.This movie stars Patrick Swayze (Donnie Darko, Dirty Dancing), Wesley Snipes (Blade, Demolition Man), John Leguizamo (The Menu, Vi...2023-09-271h 02Cult Cinema CircleSorority Row (2009) with special guest Pickens BarringerOn today’s episode, we’re rushing Theta Pi while trying to stay alive against a tire iron wielding killer as we revisit the horror remake classic that is Sorority Row (2009). This movie was directed by Stewart Hendler and written by Josh Stolberg and Pete GoldfingerThis movie stars Briana Evigan, Leah Pipes, Rumer Willis, Margo Harshman, Jamie Chung, Julian Morris, Caroline D'Amore….. and lest we forget Audrina Patridge. We also have a fun role for Carrie Fisher wielding a shotgun, so what’s not to love?Joining me for today's episode is my good...2023-09-201h 35Cult Cinema CircleDirty Dancing (1987) with special guest Sarah HeidelbergOn today’s episode, we're heading over to Kellerman's for some nice rest and relaxation, carrying a watermelon over to the Staff Quarters, and engaging in some dancing that will make your priest blush, while we revisit the dance movie classic that is Dirty Dancing (1987). This movie was directed by Emile Ardolino and written by Eleanor Bergstein.This movie stars Patrick Swayze (Ghost, To Wong Foo), Jennifer Grey (Red Dawn, Ferris Bueller's Day Off), Jerry Orbach (Beauty and The Beast, Murder, She Wrote) and Cynthia Rhodes (Flashdance, Xanadu).Joining me for today's episode is...2023-09-132h 00Cult Cinema CircleShowgirls (1995) with special guests Donovan Marcotte and BryanOn today’s episode, we're heading to the Cheetah Lounge for our stripper shift, stopping off to get some chips and Cristal, and also beat the everloving fuck out of Andrew Carver, while we revisit the absolute hot mess, but wonderfully campy film, Showgirls (1995). This movie was directed by Paul Verhoeven and written by Joe Eszterhas.This movie stars Elizabeth Berkley (The First Wives Club, Saved By the Bell), Kyle Maclachlan (Twin Peaks, Blue Velvet), Gina Gershon (Bound, Riverdale) and Gina Ravera (Soul Food, The Closer).Joining me for this episode is the wo...2023-09-061h 25Cult Cinema CircleWhat I Watched - August 2023On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in August 2023.Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-0144 minCult Cinema CircleFreeway (1996)On today’s episode, we're going to handcuff our social worker to the bed, head out on the open road to Grandma's house, and kick some everloving ass, while we revisit the absolutely wild and gritty cult film that is Freeway (1996). This movie was directed by and written by Matthew Bright.This movie stars Reese Witherspoon (The Man in the Moon, Legally Blonde), Kiefer Sutherland (Stand by Me, The Lost Boys), Dan Hedaya (Mulholland Drive, Clueless), and Brooke Shields (The Blue Lagoon) . Also in the cast, we have fun cameos from Brittany Murphy (8 Mile, Girl, Interrupted), Al...2023-08-301h 00Cult Cinema CircleNight Of The Creeps (1986)On today’s episode, we’re heading over to the sorority house, fixing up our flamethrowers and trying to stay away from the brain slugs outbreak, while we revisit the deeply underrated horror film, Night of the Creeps (1986). This movie was directed by and written by Fred DekkerThis movie stars Jason Lively (European Vacation), Tom Atkins (The Fog, Creepshow), Steve Marshall and Jill Whitlow (Porky’s, Weird Science)This movie is such a treat for any fans of horror and especially 80s horror. This film was sort of ahead of it’s time, an...2023-08-231h 00Cult Cinema CircleReefer Madness Double Feature with special guest Jackson CooperOn today’s episode, we’re heading down to the Five and Dime, demonizing marijuana, and might also have a saucy dance number with half naked people, while we revisit and double feature Reefer Madness (1936) and Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical (2005). One of these is a propaganda film from the 30s, paid with taxpayer dollars; the other is a fabulous movie musical from Showtime!!Joining me for this episode, I’ve got my homegirl, Jackson Cooper, and we talk about the history of this film and of just exploitation films, in general. You don’t want to miss...2023-08-161h 20Cult Cinema CirclePink Flamingos (1972) with special guest Jackson CooperOn today’s episode, I’m here to declare that I, Jesse, am in fact The Filthiest Person Alive!!! We’re staying local to my area, and covering the wonderful midnight movie classic, Pink Flamingos (1972). This movie was directed and written by John Waters (the coolest gay uncle you could ever want)This movie stars Divine (Multiple Maniacs, Hairspray), Mink Stole (Desperate Living, All About Evil), Edith Massey (Polyester), Mary Vivian Pierce (Serial Mom, Cecil B. Demented) and David Lochary (Female Trouble)Joining me for this episode, we’ve got my film buddy, Jackson...2023-08-091h 21Cult Cinema CircleMatilda (1996) with special guest Sarah HeidelbergOn today’s episode, we're going to make ourselves some pancakes, take a trip to the library, and also get some revenge on our horrible headmistress, while we revisit the absolute 90s kid movie class, Matilda (1996). This movie was directed by Danny Devito (who is also in the film) and was written by Nicholas Kazan and Robin Swicord, and based off of the classic novel by Roald Dahl.This movie stars Mara Wilson (Mrs. Doubtfire, Miracle on 34th Street), Danny Devito (One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia), Rhea Perlman (Barbie, Cheers), Em...2023-08-021h 37Cult Cinema CircleWhat I Watched - July 2023On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in July 2023.Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-011h 09Cult Cinema Circle10 Things I Hate About You (1999)On today’s episode, we’re heading over to Padua High School and trying to get the shrew to fall in love with us, while we revisit the teen movie classic, 10 Things I Hate About You (1999). This movie was directed by Gil Junger and written by Karen McCullah and Kirsten Smith.This movie stars Julia Stiles (Orphan:First Kill, Save The Last Dance), Heath Ledger (Brokeback Mountain, The Dark Knight), Joseph Gordon-Levitt (Mysterious Skin, Halloween H20: 20 Years Later), Larisa Oleynik (The Babysitter’s Club, The Secret World of Alex Mack), Larry Miller (Pretty Woman, The Princess Diarie...2023-07-261h 05
Horror QueersAll About Evil (2010) feat. Jesse KrempelDon't piss yourself while you stuff the corpses in the attic because we're having a gay old time discussing show business (the business of show) in Joshua Grannell's/Peaches Christ's 2010 horror comedy All About Evil. Joining us for the discussion is Jesse Krempel, the host of the Cult Cinema Circle podcast!Join us as we revisit this campy gem that was very difficult to find until recently. We heap all of the praise on Natasha Lyonne's absolutely unhinged lead performance, while commending Grannell on his filmmaking craft.Plus: Elvira out of drag, punny film titles...2023-07-261h 55Cult Cinema CircleFast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)On today’s episode, we’re heading over to All American Burger to have a 100% guaranteed great breakfast, heading out to The Point for some festivities, and also covering up the fact that we destroyed our brother’s car, while we revisit the absolute teen movie classic, Fast Times At Ridgemont High (1982). This movie was written by Cameron Crowe, and directed by Amy Heckerling.This movie stars Sean Penn (I Am Sam, Milk), Jennifer Jason Leigh (Single White Female, Possessor), Judge Reinhold (The Santa Clause, Beverly Hills Cop), Phoebe Cates (Gremlins, Drop Dead Fred), Brian Backer (The Bu...2023-07-191h 07Cult Cinema CircleStarship Troopers (1997)On today’s episode, we're going to go join the fight against alien bugs, join the Roughnecks and kick some ass, and in the meantime, try to sharpen our pet psychic skills, while revisit the sci-fi cult classic, Starship Troopers (1997). This movie was directed by Paul Verhoeven and written by Ed Neumeier.This movie stars Casper Van Dien (Casper Meets Wendy, Sleepy Hollow), Dina Meyer (Beverly Hills 90210, Johnny Mnemonic), Denise Richards (Valentine, Tammy and the T-Rex), Jake Busey (The Frighteners, From Dusk till Dawn:The Series), Neil Patrick Harris (How I Met Your Mother, Dr. Horrible's Si...2023-07-121h 14Cult Cinema CircleI Know What You Did Last Summer (1997)On today’s episode, we’re going to the Croaker Queen Pageant and also running for our lives, while we revisit the absolutely wonderful teen horror classic, I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997). This movie was directed by Jim Gillespie and written by Kevin Williamson.This movie stars Jennifer Love Hewitt, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Freddie Prinze Jr., Ryan Phillippe, and Anne Heche.Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan BoyleShow E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.comFollow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast...2023-07-051h 05Cult Cinema CircleWhat I Watched - June 2023On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in June 2023.I participated in the Horror Queers Pride Month Watch Calendar, so plenty of fun, spooky recommendations!!Thought I'd try something a little different out to break up the normal content I do.Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-011h 15Cult Cinema CircleBlade Runner (1982) with special guests Movies That Made Us GayOn today's episode, we’re headed to a futuristic 2019 Los Angeles to go and try to kill some Replicants, while we revisit the sci-fi cult classic that is Blade Runner (1982). This movie was written by Hampton Fancher and David Peoples and directed by Ridley Scott.This movie stars Harrison Ford (American Graffiti, Star Wars), Sean Young (Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, Stripes), Rutger Hauer (The Hitcher, Turkish Delight), Edward James Olmos (Selena, Miami Vice), Joanna Cassidy (Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Don't Tell Mom The Babysitter's Dead), and Daryl Hannah (A Walk to Remember, Splash)Fo...2023-06-281h 33
Cult Cinema CircleB*A*P*S (1997) with special guests Girl, That’s ScaryOn today's episode, we're heading over to the Gold Tooth to get some drinks on Ladies' Night, heading over to a music video audition, and then also make a stop at our new rich friend's house , while we revisit the wonderfully camp, but surprisingly heartfelt movie, B*A*P*S (1997). This movie is written by Troy Byer and directed by Robert Townsend.This movie stars Halle Berry (Losing Isaiah, The Flintstones), Natalie Desselle Reid (Set It Off, Cinderella (1997)), Martin Landau (North By Northwest, Sleepy Hollow) and Ian Richardson (Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead, 102 Dalmatians).2023-06-211h 35Cult Cinema CircleDon’t Tell Mom The Babysitter’s Dead (1991) with special guest Sarah HeidelbergOn today's episode, we're heading over to General Apparel West to start working on the QED report, getting a burger over at Clown Dog, and also dropping our dead babysitter over at the funeral home, while we revisit the absolutely iconic 90s film, Don't Tell Mom The Babysitter's Dead (1991). This movie was written by Neil Landau and Tara Ison and directed by Stephen Herek.This movie stars Christina Applegate (Married...with Children, The Sweetest Thing), Joanna Cassidy (Six Feet Under, Blade Runner), Keith Coogan (Adventures in Babysitting, Toy Soldiers), John Getz (Zenon: The Zequel, Curly Sue...2023-06-142h 05Cult Cinema CircleJurassic Park (1993) with special guest Barbie StenderOn today's episode, we're heading down to Isla Nublar to go check out this new park that some weird scientist is trying to open. Turns out, there's dinos afoot!! On today's episode, we're heading over to Jurassic Park (1993). This movie was written by Michael Crichton and David Koepp and directed by Steven Spielberg.This movie stars Sam Neil (Possession, Event Horizon), Laura Dern (Blue Velvet, Marriage Story), Jeff Goldblum (The Fly, Independence Day), Wayne Knight (Seinfeld, Dirty Dancing), and Richard Attenborough (Miracle on 34th Street, Doctor Dolittle... from 1967)I'm joined on this episode...2023-06-071h 32Cult Cinema CircleWish Upon A Star (1996)On today's episode, we're heading over to Hunter High School, getting ready to present our project at the science fair, and also switch bodies with our popular older sister, while we revisit the wonderful 90s TV movie, Wish Upon A Star (1996). This movie was written by Jessica Barondes and directed by Blair Treu.This movie stars Katherine Heigl (Bride of Chucky, Valentine), Danielle Harris (Urban Legend, The Last Boy Scout), Don Jeffcoat (Wild and Crazy Kids, Night of the Demons), and Lois Chiles (Moonraker, Creepshow 2)This movie is such a fun time, and...2023-05-3157 minCult Cinema CircleJohn Tucker Must Die (2006)On today's episode, we're going to go ruin a man's life, and stop by a big birthday party with scantily clad ladies coming out of a cake, while we revisit the 00's teen movie classic, John Tucker Must Die (2006). This movie was directed by Betty Thomas and written by Jeff Lowell.This movie stars Brittany Snow (Would You Rather, Pitch Perfect), Jesse Metcalfe (Desperate Housewives, Chesapeake Shores), Ashanti (Coach Carter, Resident Evil: Extinction), Sophia Bush (Stay Alive, One Tree Hill), Arielle Kebbel (Aquamarine, The Vampire Diaries), Penn Badgley (Easy A, Gossip Girl ) and Jenny McCarthy (Scream 3...2023-05-241h 11Cult Cinema CircleDisturbing Behavior (1998)On today's episode, we're heading over to Cradle Bay, making a pit stop over at the Yogurt Shoppe, and trying to outrun these crazy Blue Ribbons, while we revisit the teen sci-fi classic, Disturbing Behavior (1998). This movie was written by Scott Rosenberg and directed by David Nutter.This movie stars James Marsden (Sugar and Spice, X-Men), Katie Holmes (Dawson's Creek, Teaching Ms. Tingle), Nick Stahl (The Man Without A Face, Sin City), Bruce Greenwood (Double Jeopardy, I, Robot) and William Sadler (Bill And Ted's Bogus Journey, Die Hard 2).This movie has such a...2023-05-171h 19
Cult Cinema CircleThe Fifth Element (1997) with special guest DeVaughn TaylorOn today's episode, we're heading to Fhloston Paradise on an all expenses paid trip, when really, we're going to go kick some ass on an undercover mission, while we revisit the absolute sci-fi cult classic, The Fifth Element (1997). This movie was written and directed by Luc Besson and co-written by Robert Mark Kamen.This movie stars Bruce Willis (The Last Boy Scout, Death Becomes Her), Gary Oldman (Sid and Nancy, JFK), Ian Holm (King Lear, Alien), Milla Jovovich (Resident Evil, Dazed and Confused), and Chris Tucker (Friday, Jackie Brown).Joining me for this...2023-05-101h 58
Specter Cinema ClubCARRIE (1976 & 2002) ft. Jesse Krempel // Remake MAYniaWe're not gonna laugh at you, promise! DeVaughn & Garrett are joined by Jesse Krempel (Cult Cinema Circle) to discuss the 1976 De Palma classic Carrie, as well as the 2002 made-for-TV remake. We discuss the depictions of Carrie, additional scenes from the book, and why the 2002 version is more interesting than the 2013 version. Take a hit and pass that spooky shit! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Next week, we're getting hot & sweaty with Texas Chainsaw Massacres '74 & '03Stalk Jesse on social media:...2023-05-091h 53
Movies That Made Us GayParty Monster with special guest Jesse Krempel"Well, congratulations on getting out of the very dangerous world of haberdashery!" It's a Disco Bloodbath on the pod this week as we double featured both Party Monster movies with our friend Jesse Krempel host of the podcast Cult Cinema Circle. The documentary, or shall we say "Shockumentary" from 1998, and the 2003 film starring Macaulay Culkin, Seth Green, Chloë Sevigny, Wilmer Valderrama, and Dylan McDermott. Michael Alig's saga of the murder in clubland always fascinated us as young gays, and spoiler alert, at least one of the two entries holds up in its revisit. Long before World of Wonder took ov...2023-05-051h 46
Cult Cinema CircleThe Craft (1996) with special guest Sarah HeidelbergOn today's episode, we're heading over to St. Bernard's Academy for homeroom, cast some spells to get our deepest wishes, and we're also going to invoke the spirit, while we revisit the 90s teen horror flick, The Craft (1996). This movie was directed by Andrew Fleming, and was co-written by Peter Filardi and Andrew Fleming.This movie stars Robin Tunney (Empire Records, Prison Break), Fairuza Balk (The Worst Witch, Return to Oz), Neve Campbell (Scream, Wild Things), and Rachel True (Nowhere, Embrace of the Vampire). Also included in the cast are Skeet Ulrich (Riverdale, As Good As...2023-05-032h 10Cult Cinema Circle13 Going On 30 (2004) with special guest Sarah HeidelbergOn today's episode, we're heading over to Poise magazine for our big girl editor job, go start a flash mob to the song "Thriller", and also learn a little something about ourselves and how we treat people, and also just become a better person, while we revisit the absolute classic that is 13 Going on 30 (2004). This movie is directed by Gary Winick and written by Cathy Yuspa and Josh Goldsmith.This movie stars Jennifer Garner (Alias, Juno), Mark Ruffalo (Zodiac, Shutter Island), Judy Greer (Jawbreaker, Halloween Kills )and Andy Serkis (The Lord Of The Rings Film Series).2023-04-262h 09Cult Cinema CircleA Very Brady Sequel (1996)On today's episode, we're watching our figures for our new boyfrands, doing some amatuer detective work, and also heading out on a Hawaiian vacation, while we revisit the absolutely fever dream of a movie that is A Very Brady Sequel (1996). This movie was directed by Arlene Sanford, and written by Harry Elfont, Deborah Kaplan, James Berg and Stan ZimmermanThis movie stars Shelley Long (Outrageous Fortune, The Money Pit), Gary Cole (The West Wing, The Good Wife), and Tim Matheson (National Lampoon's Animal House, She's All That).We also have some great performances...2023-04-191h 07Cult Cinema CircleThe Brady Bunch Movie (1995)On today's episode, we're heading back to 90s era Los Angeles, where we're going to hear a story about a lovely lady and a man named Brady, while we revisit the absolutely iconic camp classic, The Brady Bunch Movie (1995). This movie was directed by Betty Thomas and written by Laurice Elehwany, Rick Copp, Ronnie Turner, and Terry Turner.This movie stars Shelley Long (Troop Beverly Hills, Cheers), Gary Cole (The West Wing, Harvey Birdman: Attorney at Law), Michael McKean (Clue, This is Spinal Tap), and whole host of other folks like Christine Taylor (The Craft, Night...2023-04-121h 29Cult Cinema CircleGhost Ship (2002)On today's episode, we're boarding the Antonia Graza, eating some decades old beans out of their cans, and all the while, trying not to get killed while we're onboard a ooky spooky G-G-G-GHOST SHIP. That's right!!! Today, we're covering the hot mess that is Ghost Ship (2002). This movie was co-written by Mark Hanlon and John Pogue and directed by Steve Beck.This movie stars Gabriel Byrne (The Usual Suspects, Hereditary), Julianna Margulies (ER, The Good Wife), Ron Eldard (Drop Dead Fred, Bastard Out of Carolina), Desmond Harrington (Wrong Turn, The Neon Demon), Isaiah Washington (Grey's Anatomy...2023-04-0557 min
Cult Cinema CircleHeathers (1989) with special guest Donovan MarcotteCONTENT WARNING: The plot of Heathers (1989) uses the act of suicide as a plot device for comedic effect throughout the film, and therefore, is a dark comedy. If you are sensitive to those kinds of themes in the media you consume, please be aware of that before listening to this episode.On today's episode, we're going to play a game of croquet with our new best friends, head over to the Snappy Snack Shack for a Turbo Dog, and also try to stop our crazy ex-boyfriend from killing other people at our high school, while we...2023-03-291h 33
Cult Cinema CircleJennifer's Body (2009)On today's episode, we're heading to a Low Shoulder show, trying to find a "cute" outfit to wear, and also trying to figure out why our best friend is puking black sludge onto our floor, while revisit the absolute horror cult classic, Jennifer's Body (2009). This movie was written by Diablo Cody, and directed by Karyn Kusama.This movie stars Megan Fox (Transformers, Hope & Faith), Amanda Seyfried (Mean Girls, The Dropout), Johnny Simmons (Evan Almighty, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World), and JK Simmons (Whiplash, Juno)This movie is a great example of a cult...2023-03-221h 28
Cult Cinema CircleLegally Blonde (2001) with special guest Sarah HeidelbergOn today's episode, we're heading to our Criminal Law class at Harvard Law School, getting our nails done at the local nail salon, and then in our spare time, we're going to try solving a murder case, while we revisit the absolutely wonderful film, Legally Blonde (2001). This movie was written by Karen McCullah Lutz and Kirsten Smith, and was directed by Robert Luketic.Joining me on this episode is my wonderful sister, Sarah Heidelberg (who is a huge fan of this film). We talk about the production history of this film, and just shoot the shit...2023-03-152h 20
Cult Cinema CircleCarnival of Souls (1962) with special guest Jackson CooperOn today's episode, we're heading to Salt Lake City for our new job as an organist, stopping by that old, abandoned pavilion on our way there, and we're going to watch some ghouls ballroom dance with each other, while we revisit the absolutely underrated horror classic, Carnival of Souls (1962). Joining me for this episode is resident expert on this film, and fellow movie gay, Jackson Cooper!!! We chop it up about this movie, and some fun book drama that Jackson has experienced while trying to write about this movie.This movie stars Candace Hilligoss (The Curse...2023-03-081h 44
Cult Cinema CirclePerfect Blue (1997)On today's episode, we're logging onto Mima's Room, turning on an episode of Double Bind, and also trying to evade the weird pop idol ghost that's chasing us around Japan, while we revisit the absolutely beautiful anime classic, Perfect Blue (1997). This film was directed by Satoshi Kon and written by Sadayuki Murai.This movie stars Junko Iwao (Cardcaptor Sakura, Attack on Titan), Rica Matsumoto (Pokemon, Naruto), Shiho Niiyama (Detatoko Princess, Agent Aika), Masaaki Okura (Akira, Dragon Ball Z), and Shinpachi Tsuji (Cowboy Bebop, The Big O).This movie is such a beautiful film...2023-03-011h 16
Cult Cinema CircleBill and Ted's Bogus Journey (1991)On today's episode, we're heading over to the Battle of the Bands to try and save the world, but before that, we have to make a little pit stop over to both Heaven and Hell, while we revisit the absolutely excellent buddy comedy classic, Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey (1991). This movie was directed by Pete Hewitt and co-written by Chris Matheson and Ed Solomon.This movie stars Keanu Reeves (John Wick, The Matrix), Alex Winter (Death Wish 3, Grand Piano), William Sadler (The Shawshank Redemption, Die Hard 2), Joss Ackland (Watership Down, Lethal Weapon 2), Pam Grier (Jawbreaker, Bones...2023-02-2257 min
Cult Cinema CircleBill and Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989)On today's episode, we're heading back in time in our decked out phone booth to "borrow" some historical figures from the past, so we don't fail our final history project, while we revisit the beautiful buddy comedy classic, Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989). This movie was co-written by Chris Matheson and Ed Solomon and directed by Stephen Herek.This movie stars Keanu Reeves (The Matrix, My Own Private Idaho), Alex Winter (The Lost Boys, Freaked), George Carlin (The Prince of Tides, Outrageous Fortune), and Robert V. Barron (Night Court, Eating Raoul). We also have a bunch...2023-02-151h 17
Cult Cinema CircleNight Of The Comet (1984)On today's episode, we’re heading to the mall to get some great deals at the end of the world, and also going to infiltrate this underground bunker being ran by these shady scientists, while we revisit the kick-ass 80s sci-fi/horror classic, Night Of The Comet (1984). This movie was written and directed by Thom Eberhardt.This movie stars Catherine Mary Stewart (Weekend At Bernie’s, Days Of Our Lives), Kelli Maroney (Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Chopping Mall), Robert Beltran (Eating Raoul, Star Trek:Voyager), Geoffrey Lewis (Midnight In The Garden of Good And Evil, The...2023-02-081h 00
Cult Cinema CirclePopcorn (1991)On today's episode, we're heading over to the Dreamland Theater for our all night horror movie marathon, while we have a sick Reggae concert in the middle of it for seemingly no reason, and we're also trying to fight for our lives against a scary man with no face, while we revisit the forgotten early 90s horror gem, Popcorn (1991). This movie was written by Alan Ormsby and directed by Mark Herrier.This movie stars Jill Schoelen (The Stepfather, When a Stranger Calls Back), Tom Villard (Grease 2, My Girl), Dee Wallace (The Howling, Cujo), Kelly Jo Minter...2023-02-011h 05
Cult Cinema CircleCan't Hardly Wait (1998)On today's episode, we're throwing our caps and gowns in the air and heading over to the big party after graduation, cruising in the car while listening to Barry Manilow, and getting locked in the bathroom with our distant childhood friend turned lover, while we revisit the absolutely 90s cult classic teen film, Can't Hardly Wait. This movie was written and directed by Harry Elfont and Deborah Kaplan.This movie stars Ethan Embry (Defending Your Life, Empire Records), Jennifer Love Hewitt (I Know What You Did Last Summer, Party of Five), Peter Facinelli (Nurse Jackie, Twilight...2023-01-251h 51
Cult Cinema CircleSaved! (2004)On today's episode, we're heading over to homeroom at American Eagle Christian High School, praying for our recently outed friend at Prayer Circle, and maybe perform an exorcism or two with Mandy Moore and her horrible hair, while we cover the religious satire film, Saved (2004). This movie was directed by Brian Dannelly and co-written by Brian Dannelly and Michael UrbanThis movie stars Jena Malone (Stepmom, The Neon Demon), Mandy Moore (The Princess Diaries, A Walk To Remember), Macaulay Culkin (Home Alone, Richie Rich), Patrick Fugit (Almost Famous, Gone Girl), Heather Matarazzo (Welcome To The Dollhouse, 54...2023-01-181h 42
Cult Cinema CircleSorority Babes in the Slimeball Bowl-O-Rama (1988) with special guest Pickens BarringerOn today's episode, we’re heading over to the bowling alley to go steal a trophy and go see our not so favorite Uncle Impie, while we revisit the sleazy late 80s cult classic, Sorority Babes In The Slimeball Bowl-O-Rama (1988). This movie was directed by David DeCoteau and written by Sergei Hasenecz.This movie stars Linnea Quigley (Graduation Day, Silent Night, Deadly Night), Robin Rochelle (The Slumber Party Massacre, American Ninja 4: The Annihilation), Brinke Stevens (Slave Girls from Beyond Infinity, Nightmare Sisters), and Michelle Bauer (Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers, Evil Toons).For this episode, I...2023-01-111h 37
Cult Cinema CircleBut I'm a Cheerleader (1999)On today's episode, we're going to sneak out from True Directions, and head over to the Cocksucker Bar for a night of uninhibited gay fun while we revisit the sapphic campy glory that is But I'm A Cheerleader (1999). This movie was directed by Jamie Babbit and written by Brian Wayne Peterson with a story credit by Jamie Babbit.This movie stars Natasha Lyonne (Slums of Beverly Hills, American Pie), Clea Duvall (The Faculty, She's All That), Rupaul (The Brady Bunch Movie, A Very Brady Sequel), and Cathy Moriarty (Raging Bull, Casper). Other actors in this film...2023-01-041h 23
Cult Cinema CircleClueless (1995) with special guest Sarah HeidelbergOn today's episode, we’re heading out to a Val party and rollin' with the homies on our way out to Sunset, while we revisit the perfect movie that is Clueless (1995). This movie was written and directed by Amy Heckerling.This movie stars Alicia Silverstone (True Crime, American Woman), Paul Rudd (Ant-Man, Romeo+Juliet ), Brittany Murphy (Riding In Cars With Boys, Uptown Girls), and Dan Hedaya (Dick, In & Out).This film is one of my absolute favorite films ever. Everything from the lexicon to the fashions is utterly amazing, and it really began a...2022-12-212h 36
Cult Cinema CircleDazed and Confused (1993) with special guest Sarah HeidelbergOn today's episode, we’re heading over to The Emporium for a game of pool, cruise around town in our nice ass muscle cars, and get super beer drunk on cheap beer, while we revisit the beautiful 70s period piece, Dazed and Confused (1993). This movie was written and directed by Richard Linklater. This movie stars Jason London (To Wong Foo, The Rage: Carrie 2), Ben Affleck (School Ties, Mallrats), Matthew McConaughey (A Time To Kill, Contact), Parker Posey (Party Girl, Clockwatchers), Adam Goldberg (Stay Alive, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days), and Rory Cochrane (Empire Records, Ocu...2022-12-172h 08Cult Cinema CircleElvira, Mistress Of The Dark (1988)On today's episode, we’re heading to Fallwell, Massachusetts to go freak out the normies, try to get $50k to open our show in Las Vegas, and maybe fall in love, while we revisit the beautifully campy cult classic film, Elvira, Mistress Of The Dark (1988). This movie was directed by James Signorelli and written by Cassandra Peterson, John Paragon, and Sam Egan.This movie stars Cassandra Peterson (Pee-Wee's Big Adventure, All About Evil), W. Morgan Sheppard (Wild at Heart, Transformers), Edie McClurg (Carrie, Natural Born Killers), and Daniel Greene (Me, Myself & Irene, There's Something About Mary)...2022-12-071h 27Cult Cinema CircleCruel Intentions (1999) with special guest Sarah HeidelbergOn today's episode, we're heading up to our gorgeous New York City penthouse while we ruin lives and look absolutely fabulous while doing so, while we revisit the super horny teen romance drama, Cruel Intentions (1999). This movie was written and directed by Roger Kumble.This movie stars Sarah Michelle Gellar (Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Scooby-Doo), Ryan Phillippe (I Know What You Did Last Summer, Crash), Reese Witherspoon (Election, Fear), and Selma Blair (Legally Blonde, The Sweetest Thing).I'm joined by a wonderful guest for this episode; my wonderful sister, Sarah Heidelberg. We talk...2022-11-302h 10Cult Cinema CircleFrankenhooker (1990)On today's episode, we're heading down to 42nd Street to visit some of the ladies of the night and also to gather some body parts to put our girlfriend back together, while I revisit the absolutely twisted cult classic film, Frankenhooker (1990). This movie was directed by Frank Hennenlotter and co-written by Frank and Robert Martin.This movie stars James Lorinz (Street Trash, Last Exit to Brooklyn), Patty Mullen (Doom Asylum, The Equalizer), and Louise Lasser (Blood Rage, Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman)This movie is a wonderful example of a cult classic, written and...2022-11-2340 minCult Cinema CircleBlast From The Past (1999)On today's episode, we're coming out of our fallout shelter with our baseball cards, heading over to the hardware store (and the liquor store), and booking a room at the Holiday Inn while we revisit the often-overlooked romantic comedy, Blast From The Past (1999). This movie was directed by Hugh Wilson and written by Hugh Wilson and Bill Kelly.This movie stars Brendan Fraser (The Mummy, George Of The Jungle), Alicia Silverstone (The Crush, Clueless), Christopher Walken (Annie Hall, Catch Me If You Can), Sissy Spacek (Carrie, Coal Miner's Daughter), and Dave Foley (A Bug's Life, Dick).2022-11-1653 minCult Cinema CircleThe Faculty (1998)On today's episode, we're putting on our best 72-minute lips, heading over to Herrington High School, and trying to fight against the parasitic aliens that took over our teachers, while we revisit the fantastic late 90s teen horror flick, The Faculty (1998). This movie was directed by Robert Rodriguez and written by Kevin Williamson.This movie stars Elijah Wood (The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy, Sin City), Clea Duvall (But I’m A Cheerleader, She’s All That), Josh Hartnett (The Virgin Suicides, Black Hawk Down), Jordana Brewster (The Fast And The Furious, D.E.B.S), and...2022-11-0943 minCult Cinema CircleBring It On (2000)On today's episode, we’re cheering and leading and showing off our best spirit fingers, while we revisit the absolute classic teen movie, Bring It On (2000).This movie stars Kirsten Dunst (Drop Dead Gorgeous, Spider-Man), Eliza Dushku (Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Wrong Turn), Jesse Bradford (Hackers, Swimfan), and Gabrielle Union (She’s All That, Love and Basketball)This movie is absolutely a childhood staple of mine, and I think this film has gone down in teen movie history, for sure!! If you enjoy this movie, pull up to this episode and enjoy me talk...2022-11-021h 08Cult Cinema CircleUrban Legend (1998)On today's episode, we're putting on our best parkas, looking for guys on Goth4Goth, and heading over to Pendleton University while we revisit the absolute 90s horror classic, Urban Legend (1998). This movie was directed by Jamie Blanks and written by Silvio Horta.This movie stars Alicia Witt (Cecil B. Demented, Twin Peaks, Mr. Holland's Opus), Rebecca Gayheart (Scream 2, Dead Like Me, Jawbreaker), Jared Leto (My So-Called Life, The Dallas Buyer's Club, Suicide Squad), Michael Rosenbaum (Smallville, Sorority Boys, Midnight In The Garden of Good and Evil), and Tara Reid (The Big Lebowski, American Pie, Sharknado...2022-10-261h 28Cult Cinema CircleThe Slumber Party Massacre (1982) with special guest Pickens BarringerOn today's episode, we're ordering some pizza, getting some slug hunting in, and fending for our lives while we revisit the absolute horror cult classic, The Slumber Party Massacre (1982). I'm also joined by your favorite local hot mess twink himself, Pickens Barringer! This movie was written by Rita Mae Brown, and directed by Amy Holden-Jones.This movie stars Michelle Michaels (New Year's Evil), Robin Stille (Sorority Babes in the Slimeball Bowl-O-Rama), and Brinke Stevens (Savage Streets, Tales From The Darkside, Sorority Babes in the Slimeball Bowl-O-Rama)This is an absolute staple of 80s...2022-10-2647 minCult Cinema CircleHocus Pocus (1993)On today's episode, we're putting on our best red lipstick, trying not to get our shoes stolen by bullies, and fighting against sisterly witches who want children's souls at the same time, while we revisit the absolute Halloween classic, Hocus Pocus (1993).This movie stars Bette Midler (Beaches, The Rose), Sarah Jessica Parker (Sex And The City, The First Wives Club), Kathy Najimy (Soapdish, Sister Act, King Of The Hill), Vinessa Shaw (The Hills Have Eyes, We Need To Do Something), and Doug Jones (Pan's Labyrinth, The Shape of Water)This movie has become an a...2022-10-191h 04Cult Cinema CircleSleepaway Camp (1983)On today's episode, we're heading to Camp Arawak in our shortest of short shorts, playing an excellent, bitchy game of volleyball and baseball, while at the same time, trying not to get murdered while we revisit the absolute cult classic horror film, Sleepaway Camp (1983).This movie stars Felissa Rose (Return to Sleepaway Camp, Victor Crowley), Jonathan Tiersten (Return to Sleepaway Camp), Christopher Collet (The Manhattan Project, The Purge), Mike Kellin (The Twilight Zone, Lost in Space, Starsky and Hutch), and Katherine Kamhi (All My Children, Ghost Whisperer, The Fosters)This film is absolutely NUT...2022-10-121h 02
Cult Cinema CircleThe Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)On today's episode, we're traveling to Halloween Town, grabbing our best spooky Santa hats, and making a pit stop over at Christmas Town while we revisit the absolute holiday cult classic movie, Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993).This movie was directed by Henry Selick (James and the Giant Peach, Coraline) and written by Caroline Thompson (with story credit to Tim Burton). This movie stars Chris Sarandon (Fright Night, The Princess Bride), Catherine O'Hara (Home Alone, Schitt's Creek), Danny Elfman (The Gift, Corpse Bride), Ken Page (All Dogs Go To Heaven, Torch Song Trilogy), and Paul R...2022-10-0548 minCult Cinema CircleThe Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)On today's episode, we're heading up to that weird castle that we passed a few miles back and entering at our own risk while we revisit the absolutely seminal cult classic film, The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975). This movie was directed by Jim Sharman and written by Richard O'Brien.This movie stars Tim Curry (Clue, Charlie's Angels, Scary Movie 2), Susan Sarandon (Thelma and Louise, Stepmom, The Banger Sisters), Barry Bostwick (Weekend at Bernie's II, Teen Beach Movie, Incredibles 2), Richard O'Brien (Shock Treatment, Spice World, Elvira's Haunted Hills), Patricia Quinn (Shock Treatment, Monty Python's The Meaning of...2022-09-281h 02Cult Cinema CircleThe Wicker Man (1973)On today's episode, we're donning our police outfits, getting in our seaplane, and heading out to Sommerisle to look for a missing girl and revisit one of the all-time classic cult horror films, The Wicker Man (1973). This movie was directed by Robin Hardy and written by Anthony Shaffer.This movie stars Edward Woodward (Breaker Morent, Hot Fuzz, EastEnders), Christopher Lee (The Curse of Frankenstein, Dracula, Sleepy Hollow), Britt Eckland (The Man with the Golden Gun, The Monster Club, The Love Boat), and Diane Cilento (The Third Secret, Duet for Four, The Boy Who Had Everything).2022-09-2159 min
Movies That Made Us GayBeautiful Thing with special guest Jesse Krempel"It's not natural, is it? A girl at her age being into Mama Cass." We watched the 1996 British film Beautiful Thing with Jesse Krempel from Cult Cinema Circle. As one of the most beloved "gay" movies from the 1990s, Beautiful Thing always feels a little more special than a traditonal "coming out" story. Set around a tower block South-London apartment building we follow Jamie (Glen Berry) and his neighbor Ste (Scott Neal) as they navigate their budding sexuality, and feelings for each other. We love this sweet movie (filled with the hits of Cass Elliot), as well as its s...2022-09-161h 37Cult Cinema CircleScream (1996)On today's episode, we're stocking up on all the chips and dip and heading over to Stu Macher's house for a party, and revisiting the beloved horror classic, Scream (1996). This film was written by Kevin Williamson (Dawson's Creek, I Know What You Did Last Summer), and directed by Wes Craven (The Last House on the Left, A Nightmare on Elm Street).This movie stars Neve Campbell (The Craft, Wild Things, Drowning Mona), Skeet Ulrich (The Craft, Riverdale), Matthew Lillard (Serial Mom, Hackers, Scooby-Doo), Rose McGowan (The Doom Generation, Charmed, Jawbreaker), Jamie Kennedy (Malibu's Most Wanted, Romeo +...2022-09-141h 52Cult Cinema CircleNow and Then (1995)On a bonus episode of Cult Cinema Circle, we're leaving The Gaslight Addition, hopping on our bikes, and heading down to the swimming hole to prank the Wormer Brothers while we revisit the coming-of-age cult classic, Now and Then (1995). This movie was written by I. Marlene King and directed by Lesli Linka Glatter.This movie stars Rosie O'Donnell (A League of Their Own, Harriet The Spy), Christina Ricci (Mermaids, Addams Family Values), Demi Moore (St. Elmo's Fire, Striptease), Gaby Hoffmann (Field of Dreams, Sleepless in Seattle), Melanie Griffith (Working Girl Cecil B. Demented), Thora Birch (Hocus Poc...2022-09-141h 30Cult Cinema CircleCarrie (1976)On today's episode, we're putting on our best formal wear and heading over to Bates High School for the Love Among The Stars senior prom and revisiting the beautifully chilling cult classic horror film, Carrie.This movie stars Sissy Spacek (Coal Miner's Daughter, The Straight Story), Amy Irving (The Fury, Who Framed Roger Rabbit), Nancy Allen (Dressed to Kill, Poltergeist III), Betty Buckley (Wyatt Earp, The Happening), and PJ Soles (Halloween, Rock N' Roll High School, Jawbreaker)This is personally, my absolute favorite horror film, and it's a must-watch for any die-hard horror fa...2022-09-071h 24Cult Cinema CircleMuriel’s Wedding (1994)On today's episode, we're leaving Porpoise Spit behind and picking up a shift or two at Videodrama, while I revisit an absolutely classic example of Australian cinema, Muriel's Wedding (1994). This movie was written and directed by PJ Hogan (who also directed My Best Friend's Wedding).This movie stars Toni Collette (The Sixth Sense, Hereditary, United States of Tara), Rachel Griffiths (Six Feet Under, My Best Friend's Wedding, When We Rise), and Bill Hunter (The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert, Strictly Ballroom)PJ Hogan has stated that this is the saddest comedy t...2022-08-311h 08Cult Cinema CircleThe Adventures of Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert (1994)On a bonus episode of Cult Cinema Circle, we're heading out to Lasseters Hotel Casino Resort in our best emu headdresses, and revisiting the penultimate queer Australian film, The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994). This movie was written and directed by Stephan Elliott.This movie stars Terence Stamp (Superman, The Company of Wolves, The Haunted Mansion), Hugo Weaving (The Matrix, Babe, Lord of the Rings), Guy Pearce (Ravenous, Memento, The King's Speech), and Bill Hunter (Muriel's Wedding, Strictly Ballroom)This movie is almost 30 years old, at this point, and it still st...2022-08-311h 26Cult Cinema CircleBeautiful Thing (1996)On today's episode, we're throwing on our cutest club wear and taking the bus down to the Gloucester Pub, and revisiting the wonderful LGBTQIA+ coming-of-age film, Beautiful Thing (1996). This movie was based on a play by Jonathan Harvey (who also penned the screenplay) and was directed by Hettie McDonald.This movie stars Glen Berry (London Bridge), Scott Neal (London's Burning, EastEnders), Linda Henry (Bad Girls, EastEnders), Tameka Empson (3 Non-Blondes, EastEnders), and Ben Daniels (The Exorcist TV Series, House of Cards).This is an absolute classic for queer cinema that follows two young men...2022-08-241h 08Cult Cinema CircleRomy and Michele’s High School Reunion (1997)On today's episode, we're loading up the Jaguar convertible and heading down to Tuscon, AZ, and revisiting the beautiful cult classic film, Romy and Michele's High School Reunion. This film was written by Robin Schiff, and directed by David Mirkin.This movie stars Mira Sorvino (Mighty Aphrodite, Welcome to Shiningvale), Lisa Kudrow (Friends, Clockwatchers, The Comeback), Janeane Garofolo (Reality Bites, The Truth about Cats and Dogs), and Alan Cumming (Spice World, GoldenEye, X2:X-Men United). This movie is about two best friends who find out that their 10-year high school reunion is coming...2022-08-171h 28Cult Cinema CircleDick (1999)On today's episode, we're baking some Hello Dolly cookies, putting on our best patriotic midriff outfits, and revisiting the political satire film, Dick (1999), directed by Andrew Fleming and co-written with Sheryl Longin.This movie stars Kirsten Dunst (Bring It On, The Virgin Suicides, Drop Dead Gorgeous), Michelle Williams (Dawson's Creek, Halloween: H20, Blue Valentine), and Dan Hedaya (Clueless, In & Out) and is a hilarious re-imagining of the events of the Watergate Scandal in the 1970s. This film is definitely worth a watch and has a bangin' soundtrack of 70s hits throughout.Intro/Outro...2022-08-101h 21Cult Cinema CircleJawbreaker (1999)On today's episode, we're putting on our tighest rubber skirt and strutting our shit down the hallway like everything is peachy fucking keen, and revisiting the cult classic film, Jawbreaker (1999), written and directed by Darren Stein.This movie stars Rose McGowan (The Doom Generation, Scream), Rebecca Gayheart (Beverly Hills 90210, Urban Legend, GBF), Julie Benz (Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Dexter), and Judy Greer (13 Going on 30, Archer).This can only be described as a sickly campy movie about 3 friends who accidentally kill their best friend on her birthday, and now they have to cover up...2022-08-091h 05Cult Cinema CircleIntroduction to Cult Cinema CircleThis episode goes over what the goals of this show are, talks about some movies that I personally enjoy, and gives an overall vibe to what I'd like for this show to be. If you're a fan of cult classic cinema, please tune in for this episode.Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-0426 min