Shallow Grave

Ellie answers our ad for a flatmate as we come out of the attic for a discussion of Danny Boyle's spectacular debut film, the 1994 darkly comic thriller Shallow Grave. Listen as we analyze the motivations of the three morally-challenged protagonists, discuss the highs and lows of Boyle's subsequent film career, and pine for more of Christopher Eccleston's Ninth Doctor. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and colorful apartment decor.

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Would you dismember a corpse to keep a suitcase full of cash? Have a a favorite Danny Boyle flick? Identify with any of the three awful flatmates? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

First Run - Sweet Relief

In this quick First Run review, Tim takes on the newest and creepiest internet challenge to review Sweet Relief, the second film from Nick Verdi, director of Cockazoid.

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The Lady Vanishes

All aboard as Noel Thingvall returns to the show for a train ride into international intrigue courtesy of the master of suspense, Alfred Hitchcock, and his comedic thriller The Lady Vanishes. Listen as we discuss the movie's wild tonal switches, the film's portrait of pre-World War II British politics, and the charm of scene-stealing supporting characters Charters and Caldicott. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and longing for Karloff / Lugosi road comedies.

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How long can you remember a tune when bullets are flying? Do you have a preferred brand of tea you drink while dodging spies?  Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Strangers on a Train

Keep your tickets handy for the conductor as we have a chance encounter with the quintessential Alfred Hitchcock thriller, Strangers on a Train. Listen as we discuss Hitch's foray into film noir, praise Robert Walker's performance as the film's delusional villain, and explore the story's homoerotic subtext. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and carousel casualties.

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Have any uncomfortable encounters while riding the rails? Do you think Bruno and Guy's meeting was chance or is Bruno a stalker? Want to discuss marry-go-round evacuation procedures? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

First Run - 5/31/2021

In the latest installment of Cinemaspection: First Run, we spy on our neighbors with The Woman in the Window, battle the dead for dollars with Army of the Dead, and fall into a vortex of franchise fatigue with the Saw reboot Spiral. Warning: Contains explicit language and mild spoilers.

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Episode 105: Psycho

60 years ago, the master of suspense Alfred Hitchcock created a film that would slice its way into the memories of filmgoers everywhere and redefine the horror genre, paving the way for the slasher film as we know it: Psycho. Kyle Brunet joins us again as we discuss the startling impact of this seminal suspense film, explore Hitchcock's techniques to shock and terrify his audience, and note the unusual promotional and marketing gimmicks for the production. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and a disdain for shot-for-shot remakes.

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Do you have any motel stay horror stories that will keep us up nights? Have you ever had the chance to visit the Psycho set at Universal Studios? Do you want defend Van Sant's "reimagining"? Leave a message and keep the conversation going.

Episode 56: Rope

This episode we're throwing a very special dinner party in honor of the Master of Suspense as we take a look at Alfred Hitchcock's underrated suspense thriller Rope. Listen in as we discuss the film's groundbreaking use of long takes, explore the story's controversial gay subtext, and ruminate on the very timely theme of taking responsibility for one's views and statements. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers and armchair psychological diagnosis.



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Do you want to get something off (or out of) your chest? Have you ever strangled a chicken? Do you think Mrs. Wilson deserves to keep her job? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Episode 48: Misery

Hey you dirty birds! In our newest episode, Corinne and Tim stave off cabin fever by talking about Rob Reiner's adaptation of Stephen King's novel Misery. Topics discussed include how Misery might be perceived as a Christmas movie, personal examples of fandom rage, and why it's never a good idea to plan a winter visit to Colorado in a Stephen King story. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and... oh Paul!



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Have some Misery Chastain fan fiction you'd like to share? What manuscript would you like to throw on the barbecue? Want to explain why you're Stephen King's number one fan? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Episode 35: Darling

Corinne and Tim delve into the mysteries of Darling, the year's trickiest horror thriller. We explore possible interpretations of the film's ambiguous storyline, examine the subtleties of Lauren Ashley Carter's performance as the title character, and comment on director Mickey Keating's cinematic influences. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and brandy (it's free). Also please be advised that during our discussion we do bring up sexual assault as a theme in the film.



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Have you heard weird stories about the building you live in? Do you think you're one of the good guys? What do you think is in that upstairs room? Leave a comment and keep the discussion going.

Episode 27: Dark Passage

Corinne and Tim will have to start taking chances as they present their points-of-view on the odd film noir thriller Dark Passage from 1947. We'll discuss the chemistry between married co-stars Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall as compared to their earlier collaborations, the use of first-person perspective in the movie, and the script's over-reliance on dubious coincidences. Warning: Contains spoilers, explicit language, and a distinct lack of evidence.



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Ever see a botched plastic surgery job? Do you enjoy painting scenic landscapes of prisons? Can you recommend a nice waterfront cafe in Peru? Leave a comment and keep the discussion going.

Episode 23: The Wicker Man

Gather round the maypole as Corinne, Polly, and Tim journey to scenic Summerisle to keep an appointment with The Wicker Man from 1973. We'll discuss this chilling suspense film's depiction of belief systems in conflict, comment on the power of its unforgettable ending, and lament the twin crimes of film location vandalism and bad remakes. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and a frog in the throat. Also, due to some microphone issues, the sound mix on some portions of this episode is a little wiggy. We hope this doesn't detract from your enjoyment of the program.



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Want to give us a sermon and damn us with hellfire? Care to explain your parthenogenic fire-leaping technique? Do you pity the poor Fool? Leave a comment below and keep the discussion going.

Episode 6: Jaws

You go on the podcast, podcast goes on the internet, you go on the internet, shark's on the internet... our shark. Chris, Sarah, and Tim are closing the beaches to talk about Steven Spielberg's 1975 classic Jaws. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and uninformed speculation regarding the state of the Brodys' marriage.

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Feel like we got something wrong (and that we don't have education enough to admit it?) Have a story about how Jaws kept you out of the water? Maybe you just enjoy talking about swimming with bowlegged women? Leave a comment below and keep the discussion going.

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Double Feature Review - Shadow Dancer / The East (2013)

Review - The Purge (2013)

Review - Trance (2013)

Review - Stoker (2013)

Overlooked Gems - Rollercoaster (1977)

With so many movies being released year after year, it’s generally accepted that quality will shine through over time and the truly great examples of the medium will be remembered and celebrated throughout the ages. However, sometimes something goes awry and a fine movie will fall through the cracks. Perhaps it’s released at the wrong time, the marketing fails, or it gets buried by a studio or distributor for some random reason. Sometimes it's even a success in its release but somehow gets dusty and forgotten over time. It’s time these overlooked gems get the attention they deserve...