Cinema Psychos - A Movie Review & Comedy Podcast

Movies! Movies! Movies! We love ‘em even when we hate them. Join indie filmmakers Brian Cottington and John Wooliscroft who each week tackle your favorite movies both new and old..good and bad, through the lens of smart film critique with a heavy dose of comedy. So strap in to laugh about the films of Neil Breen while analyzing the works of Steven Spielberg because all are welcome to our cinematic madhouse.

Is Maxxxine (2024) The Bloodiest Love Letter to 80s Horror Cinema? 07/25/2024

Is Cade: the tortured crossing The WORST Neil Breen Film EVER!?!?! 07/17/2024

Did "Stone Cold" Steve Austin Fail in Hollywood? 07/11/2024

Is National Treasure (2004) The Most Ridiculous Heist Film Ever Made? 07/04/2024

Horror Goblins Unite: Inside Eerie Horror Fest with Social Media Maven Alyssa Woke Kennedy 06/30/2024

Why Isn't Jack Nicholson's Wolf (1994) More Popular? 06/26/2024

Is Stepfather 3 (1992) The Worst Direct-to-TV Horror Film? 06/16/2024

Madame Web: Future Cult Classic? - Episode 312 06/09/2024

Madame Web: Future Cult Classic? - Episode 312 Join us as we dive deep into the many facets of the much-anticipated yet highly controversial "Madame Web" movie, directed by S.J. Clarkson and starring Dakota Johnson and Sydney Sweeney. From character inconsistencies to underlying industry sexism, we've got it all covered! 🚀 🔍 Episode Breakdown: Madame Web: Worst Superhero Movie Yet? We compare "Madame Web" to older, lackluster superhero movies. Is it truly the worst superhero film we've seen? Find out as we dissect its many shortcomings, starring Dakota Johnson. Racist Stereotypes in 'Madame Web'? Our hosts take a critical look at the film's problematic portrayal of Amazonian characters and the baffling costume choices that resemble Spider-Man's suit. Directed by S.J. Clarkson. Madame Web's Time Travel Fails Time and location transitions in "Madame Web" leave us scratching our heads. We explore the film's major timing and logic issues starring Sydney Sweeney. Sexism & Shoddy Costumes in 'Madame Web' Discussing how Hollywood, particularly Sony, handles female-led superhero films. We delve into Sydney Sweeney's exploitative costume and the overall lack of genuine effort in the film's production. 'Madame Web': Future Cult Classic? Despite its flaws, could "Madame Web" become a cult classic? We joke about its potential ironic enjoyment, similar to "Batman and Robin" and "Catwoman." Get 20% OFF Manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CINEMA20 at https://manscaped.com (affiliate link) We Want Your Feedback Help us shape the future of our podcast by sharing your valuable feedback! Take a moment to fill out our audience survey Find The Cinema Psychos Show on Youtube - 🔴 SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE and SMASH THAT BELL TO OBLIVION! — Watch more episodes here: J Dub’s Video Nasties (John’s awesome movie channel) - Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍🔥: Discord: Tiktok: Instagram: Twitter: Facebook: Threads: Listen to The Cinema Psychos Show on: Spotify: Apple: Amazon: Goodpods: OR LISTEN ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST APP! MAIN TITLE: “Red Alert” AUTHOR: Jack Waldenmaier PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI) WARNING: UNAUTHORIZED USE OF THE MUSIC CONTAINED IN THIS PRODUCTION IS SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL PROSECUTION. All copyrights, licensing, duplication and distribution rights are held exclusively by Music Bakery Publishing (BMI). 214-636-5887 musicbakery.com /episode/index/show/thecinemapsychosshow/id/31659487

Is Howard The Duck Really THAT Terrible? (Yes...It's Worse Than That) 05/21/2024

Why The Birds is Hitchcock's Most Terrifying Film - Episode 310 05/15/2024

North by Northwest: Alfred Hitchcock's Spy Film 05/07/2024

Rope (1948) - Alfred Hitchcock's Murderous Dinner Party Film 05/01/2024

Joker: Folie à Deux (2024) -TRAILER REACTION! | Joaquin Phoenix | Lady Gaga - BONUS 04/17/2024

Rear Window (1954)- Hitchcock's Voyeur Fantasy - Episode 307 04/15/2024

Rear Window (1954)- Hitchcock's Voyeur Fantasy - Episode 307 Get 20% OFF Manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CINEMA20 at MANSCAPED.com! Alfred Hitchcock's 1954 classic, Rear Window, is a voyeur's fantasy about all the good that spying on your neighbors can bring...like solving a murder. Starring Jimmy Stewart and Grace Kelly, Rear Window tells the story of a disabled photographer who turns to the lives of his neighbor's in a small Greenich Village apartment complex as an escape from the monotony of his single bedroom apartment only to discover that one of his neighbors is a cold blooded killer; but could it be all in his head as a result of his own isolation? CHAPTERS 00:00 : Get 20% OFF Manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CINEMA20 at MANSCAPED.com! 00:17 : Intro 04:03 : Brian's first viewing of Rear Window 06:28 : Hitchcock is a Jerk and a Genius 11:48 : Rear Window (1954) Synopsis 12:44 : We are complicit in voyeurism 13:42 : Miss Torso- Hitchcock's eye candy 15:39 : Rear Window Feels like a Play 18:20 : Bad Reviews of Rear Window 27:08 : It's OK to Spy on Your Neighbors....as long as you catch them doing something illegal 28:07 : Hitchcock's Visual Style in Rear Window 30:25 : The Opening Shot That Says EVERYTHING! 37:35 : How many people do you know who clean their hacksaws at 3am 42:53 : Could Hitchcock make a contemporary thriller? 44:44 : The Ending of Rear Window is both Goofy and Great 48:29 : Jimmy Stewart's Falling VFX Suck 49:29 : Thorwall is the dumbest killer ever 52:45 : Female Representation in Rear Window....Or Lack Thereof 58:13 : Hitchcock's Cameo 58:59 : What lessons can Rear Window teach modern filmmakers? 01:04:37 : Outro Find The Cinema Psychos Show on Youtube - 🔴 SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE and SMASH THAT BELL TO OBLIVION! — Watch more episodes here: J Dub’s Video Nasties (John’s awesome movie channel) - Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍🔥: Discord: Tiktok: Instagram: Twitter: Facebook: Threads: Listen to The Cinema Psychos Show on: Spotify: Apple: Amazon: Goodpods: OR LISTEN ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST APP! MAIN TITLE: “Red Alert” AUTHOR: Jack Waldenmaier PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI) WARNING: UNAUTHORIZED USE OF THE MUSIC CONTAINED IN THIS PRODUCTION IS SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL PROSECUTION. All copyrights, licensing, duplication and distribution rights are held exclusively by Music Bakery Publishing (BMI). 214-636-5887 musicbakery.com /episode/index/show/thecinemapsychosshow/id/30822263

Make Your Horror Movie! Filmmaking Tips with Aaron B. Koontz, Brandon Hill, and Ashleigh Snead of Blood Oath Films 04/09/2024

Make Your Horror Movie! Filmmaking Tips with Aaron B. Koontz, Brandon Hill, and Ashleigh Snead of Blood Oath Films Get 20% OFF Manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CINEMA20 at ! Unleash your film's potential with Blood Oath Films! 🎬 In this riveting episode of The Cinema Psychos Show, we're broadcasting straight from the Eerie Horror Fest with special guests Aaron B. Koontz, Brandon Hill, and Ashleigh Snead. These industry mavens from Blood Oath Films share their mission to demystify the daunting world of filmmaking, offering a beacon of hope for directors navigating the murky waters of production and distribution. Discover the secret sauce to transitioning from shorts to features, the importance of being a savvy salesman, and why a passionate producer can be your ticket to cinematic success. If you're sitting on a goldmine script or have a proof of concept that screams next-level, our guests reveal how to get your work in front of the right eyes. Ready to pitch your horror masterpiece? Visit and step into the spotlight. And remember, never stop chasing your filmmaking dreams – the world needs your story. Hit play and join us for an episode that's a cut above the rest! Find The Cinema Psychos Show on Youtube - 🔴 SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE and SMASH THAT BELL TO OBLIVION! — Watch more episodes here: J Dub’s Video Nasties (John’s awesome movie channel) - Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍🔥: Discord: Tiktok: Instagram: Twitter: Facebook: Threads: Listen to The Cinema Psychos Show on: Spotify: Apple: Amazon: Goodpods: OR LISTEN ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST APP! MAIN TITLE: “Red Alert” AUTHOR: Jack Waldenmaier PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI) WARNING: UNAUTHORIZED USE OF THE MUSIC CONTAINED IN THIS PRODUCTION IS SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL PROSECUTION. All copyrights, licensing, duplication and distribution rights are held exclusively by Music Bakery Publishing (BMI). 214-636-5887 musicbakery.com /episode/index/show/thecinemapsychosshow/id/30742553

Why Beaster Day: Here Comes Peter Cottonhell (2014) Is a TERRIBLE Movie - Movie Review - Episode 305 04/01/2024

RRR (2022) Is The Most Epic Movie You Haven't Seen - Movie Review - Episode 304 03/26/2024

Why The Crow (2024) Will Fail - Trailer Reaction - BONUS 03/20/2024

Is Leprechaun 4 In Space SO BAD That It's GOOD? - Movie Review - Episode 303 03/18/2024

Is Dune Part 2 (2024) A Perfect Sequel? - Episode 302 03/12/2024

The Year In Review 2023 - Taylor Swift, Strikes, and Superhero Bombs...OH MY! - Episode 301 03/02/2024

Drive Away Dolls (2024) - Spoiler Free (Kinda)- Bonus Review 02/21/2024

300: The Movie That Redefined Action in Cinema...For Better or Worse - Episode 300 02/19/2024

What Are The Scariest Non-Horror Movies? - Episode 299 01/17/2024

Mean Girls (2024) Is it "Fetch" or Not? 01/10/2024

Wes Craven: The Reluctant Horror Filmmaker Who Became A Legend - Episode 298 01/03/2024

Wes Craven: The Reluctant Horror Filmmaker Who Became A Legend - Episode 298 This week, as we are recovering from New Years, we wanted to pull out one of the episodes we recorded while at The 2023 Eerie Horror Fest. This pick being our look at the career of Wes Craven. The man who brought both Freddy Krueger and Ghostface to life was a complex individual who strived to tell stories that dived into the inner workings of our dreams, fears, and trauma but who also did not want to be known as simply a filmmaker who weaved nightmares. CHAPTERS: 00:00 : INTRO 01:17 : The Life & Career of Wes Craven 01:51 : Does Wes Have More Misses Than Hits? 03:05 : Background 03:49 : Does a Philosophy Degree Make You a Better Filmmaker? 05:55 : Wes Craven and Pornography 09:06 : Common Themes in Film 12:25 : Did Wes Craven Like Horror? 13:51 : Filmmaker Influences 15:10 : Last House on The Left 19:01 : The Hills Have Eyes 21:07 : Swamp Thing 23:19 : A Nightmare on Elm Street 27:34 : Deadly Friend 28:16 : The Serpent and the Rainbow 31:34 : Shocker & The People Under The Stairs 34:15 : Wes Craven's New Nightmare 36:21 : Vampire in Brooklyn 37:43 : Scream 39:56 : Red Eye 41:03 : Final Thoughts on Wes Craven's Legacy Find The Cinema Psychos Show on Youtube - 🔴 SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE and SMASH THAT BELL TO OBLIVION! — Watch more episodes here: J Dub’s Video Nasties (John’s awesome movie channel) - Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍🔥: Discord: Tiktok: Instagram: Twitter: Facebook: Threads: Listen to The Cinema Psychos Show on: Spotify: Apple: Amazon: Goodpods: OR LISTEN ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST APP! MAIN TITLE: “Red Alert” AUTHOR: Jack Waldenmaier PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI) WARNING: UNAUTHORIZED USE OF THE MUSIC CONTAINED IN THIS PRODUCTION IS SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL PROSECUTION. All copyrights, licensing, duplication and distribution rights are held exclusively by Music Bakery Publishing (BMI). 214-636-5887 musicbakery.com /episode/index/show/thecinemapsychosshow/id/29320433

Home Alone (1990)- SPECIAL CHRISTMAS MOVIE COMMENTARY! - Episode 297 12/26/2023

Is Die Hard Really a Christmas Movie? | What Makes a Movie a Christmas Movie - Episode 296 12/18/2023

Is Die Hard Really a Christmas Movie? | What Makes a Movie a Christmas Movie - Episode 296 Is Die Hard REALLY a Christmas Movie? This is a question that every holiday season gets asked. And while Die Hard is a popular choice for those of us who are into unconventional christmas films, there have been a rise of others such as Batman Returns, Eyes Wide Shut, Lethal Weapon, and many many others that all claim to be Christmas Movies. So we are answering the question once and for all, what makes a movie a Christmas movie? CHAPTERS: 00:00:00 intro 00:02:33 Follow us and hit the subscribe button 00:04:06 Is diehard a christmas movie? 00:06:46 What you watch on christmas is entirely up to you 00:08:08 The definition of a christmas movie 00:08:39 62% of people don't think Die Hard is a Christmas movie 00:10:53 movies about christmas and movies that are set in christmas 00:11:52 Is Silent Night, Deadly Night a Christmas Movie? 00:14:37 Toxic Masculinity in Die Hard 00:17:51 The role of release dates in Die Hard and Batman Returns 00:19:57 What movies can you watch any time of the year vs. holiday movies 00:21:07 Christmas Criteria #1- Does the movie take place during Christmas? 00:23:16 The real reason why It's A Wonderful Life is a Christmas Movie 00:26:02 Shane Black and Christmas Movies 00:28:22 Our Christmas Classics never set out to be Christmas Movies 00:32:06 Criteria #2: Is Christmas Music Present In the Film? 00:33:47 Brian's Super Scientific Litmus Test For Die Hard as a Christmas Movie 00:34:51 Criteria #3- Emotional Drive 00:38:25 Criteria #4- Greed is Overcome 00:40:49 Criteria #5 -- How Does Anti-Christmas Play into it? 00:45:28 Go (1999) is actually a Christmas movie 00:49:50 Criteria #6- Viewing Traditions 00:54:37 More Unconventional Christmas Movies 00:58:29 The Defense & Prosecution for Die Hard as a Christmas Movie 01:04:10 Batman Returns is also a Christmas Movie 01:06:12 Outro Find The Cinema Psychos Show on Youtube - 🔴 SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE and SMASH THAT BELL TO OBLIVION! — Watch more episodes here: J Dub’s Video Nasties (John’s awesome movie channel) - Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍🔥: Discord: Tiktok: Instagram: Twitter: Facebook: Threads: Listen to The Cinema Psychos Show on: Spotify: Apple: Amazon: Goodpods: OR LISTEN ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST APP! MAIN TITLE: “Red Alert” AUTHOR: Jack Waldenmaier PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI) WARNING: UNAUTHORIZED USE OF THE MUSIC CONTAINED IN THIS PRODUCTION IS SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL PROSECUTION. All copyrights, licensing, duplication and distribution rights are held exclusively by Music Bakery Publishing (BMI). 214-636-5887 musicbakery.com /episode/index/show/thecinemapsychosshow/id/29100233

Eileen Dietz & Nancy Loomis: From Halloween to The Exorcist | Bonus Interview from The Eerie Horror Fest 2023 12/16/2023

What Makes Elf a Modern Christmas Classic? | Elf (2003) - Movie Review - Episode 295 12/11/2023

Cinema Psychos - A Movie Review & Comedy Podcast

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