Our Sack Full of Christmas Fails Part 1 - Episode 80
Cinema Psychos - A Movie Review & Comedy Podcast
Release Date: 12/03/2017
Batman Begins at 20: How Christopher Nolan’s Reboot Changed Hollywood Forever
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20 years later, Batman Begins still feels like the moment superhero movies grew up. Christopher Nolan’s reboot didn’t just save Batman — it reshaped Hollywood. This week, we’re joined by Brett from Dissect That Film to break down how fear, identity, and a bold new vision turned Batman Begins into the blueprint for every grounded reboot that followed. Follow Dissect That Film at NEWSLETTER and UNCUT REELS!!!!! We are adding a weekly companion newsletter for the podcast that will feature EXCLUSIVE BONUS CONTENT, our raw discussions on movies, tv, and life that don't fit the podcast!...
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Explorers (1985) The Sci-Fi Kids Movie You Forgot You Loved
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In this special crossover with The VHS Club, we revisit Explorers (1985), the Joe Dante directed sci-fi adventure where kids build a spaceship and meet aliens who learned everything from late-night TV. We dig into childhood nostalgia, River Phoenix’s breakout role, and why this forgotten gem deserves more love despite the weird alien flirtation. If you’re into Stranger Things, Goonies, or 80s cult classics, this one’s for you We dive into: 🛠️ The ultimate nerdy kid dream setup 👾 Cartoony aliens with a love for bad TV 🚀 Whether this movie actually makes sense 🎞️ Why it...
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Final Destination Bloodlines: Brilliantly Dumb or Just Dead Inside?
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In this episode of The Cinema Psychos Show, we’re joined by Pittsburgh filmmakers Aero Rae and Jake Hecht to unpack the chaos that is Final Destination: Bloodlines. From MRI-induced body horror to Tony Todd’s emotional farewell, we dissect how this sixth entry turns death into a Rube Goldberg cartoon — and why we might secretly love it. We dive into the franchise’s tone shift, the absurd kill setups (yes, the lawnmower and the exploding piercings), and whether this over-the-top sequel actually earns its place as one of the highest-grossing Final Destination films ever. Is Bloodlines a...
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Why Heretic (2024) Might Be A24’s Most Divisive Film | Movie Review
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What makes Heretic (2024) one of A24’s most divisive horror films to date? In this movie review, we dive into a slow-burn thriller where Hugh Grant channels cold charisma as a philosophical villain challenging everything you believe — literally. Directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods (A Quiet Place), the film traps two young Mormon missionaries (Sophie Thatcher and Chloe East) in a psychological mind game that unpacks faith, control, and the seductive power of certainty. Buckle up — this one’s going to stir up some serious spiritual discomfort. NEWSLETTER and UNCUT REELS!!!!! We are...
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The Village (2004): Does M. Night Shyamalan HATE His Audience?
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The twist wasn’t the only betrayal… In this episode of the Cinema Psycho Show, we dig into The Village (2004), the film that marks the moment M. Night Shyamalan may have officially turned on his audience. With a nonsensical twist, stilted dialogue, and characters that act like NPCs in a period drama fever dream, The Village feels less like a film and more like M. Night yelling “You expected brilliance? Here’s a blind girl in the woods.” We dive into: Whether this movie is a deliberate act of sabotage Shyamalan’s possible contempt for his own fans Alleged plagiarism and...
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Brian Yuzna: The Filmmaker Behind Society, Re-Animator & the Most Twisted Zombie Love Story Ever
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Horror icon Brian Yuzna joins us to share the wild true stories behind Society, Re-Animator, and Return of the Living Dead 3. From body horror to zombie romance, this interview dives deep into how Yuzna came to Hollywood—and rewired the genre from the inside out. RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD 3 & SOCIETY AT SHOCK-A-GO-GO FILM FESTIVAL!! Join legendary director Brian Yuzna at the Shock-A-Go-Go Film Festival for one unforgettable night of cult horror and live performance: 🧟 Return of the Living Dead 3 at 9:45PM — featuring a bloody live burlesque performance by Anastasia Elfman 🫀...
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Misery (1990): Stephen King's Chilling Warning About Toxic Fandom
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What happens when a devoted fan becomes your worst nightmare? Misery (1990) isn’t just a psychological thriller — it’s a terrifyingly accurate portrait of toxic fandom, long before the age of Twitter, TikTok, and Reddit backlash. In this episode of the Cinema Psychos Show, we dive deep into Rob Reiner’s chilling adaptation of Stephen King’s novel, breaking down why Annie Wilkes might be the most disturbingly realistic villain in horror movie history. We explore the real-life inspiration behind Misery, including King’s own battle with addiction and fame, and how the film eerily...
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Pet Sematary (1989) Stephen King’s Most Gut Wrenching Story
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Sometimes....Dead is Better This week, we are joined by returning guest, Anastasia Elfman to dig up the horror of Pet Sematary (1989), the unsettling Stephen King adaptation directed by Mary Lambert and starring Dale Midkiff, Denise Crosby, Fred Gwynne, and a murderous toddler you’ll never forget. They unpack what makes this film so brutally effective—especially for parents—while roasting Louis Creed for being the world’s worst doctor, husband, and homeowner. From zombie cats to Wendigo lore and that unforgettable Zelda nightmare fuel, we’re diving deep into grief, guilt, and gore....
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Maximum Overdrive (1986) is Why Stephen King will NEVER Direct another Movie!
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The master of horror himself, Stephen King, steps behind the camera in 1986’s “Maximum Overdrive.” A movie where the only thing that is frightening is the behind the scenes terror caused by an unhinged writer/director amidst one of their worst bouts of substance abuse. Master of Horror he may be, but King’s tale of sentient electronics and trucks (but not cars) is one of the most boring entries into his catalog of terror. But what is it that makes this movie so terrible? Join us with special guest, Dustin Goes to Hollywood from The Silver Linings Playlist Podcast as we rev up our...
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Carrie (1976): The Teenage Hellscape That is High School
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This week we are kicking off Stephen King month with his very first novel and his very first film adaptation! 1976’s Carrie directed by Brian DePalma and starring Sissy Spacek and Piper Laurie. And back with us again is our good friend and collaborator, Anastasia Elfman! For those of us who were bullied in high school, Carrie hits home illustrating how cruel and how much of a nightmare high school can be for those of us who are different and can feel like a bit of a revenge fantasy for the “weird kid”. But what is it about this tale of teenaged angst that has led us to not only still...
info_outlineWe are back! After a week off for Thanksgiving, we are back in full force to deliver you part one of an epic 3 part exploration of some of the absolute cringe worthy Christmas tv specials from the past 40 years. This week's peek into our Sack of Christmas Fails gives us such gems as a holiday knock off of Sesame Street, a harmonica that cures diseases from Alvin and the Chipmunks, and the main course: A holiday in a galaxy far far away with The Star Wars Holiday Special. So grab your very alcoholic egg nog and take a peek into our Sack of Holiday Fails.