B is for Bad: A B-Movie Review Podcast

This week on B Is for Bad , we head to a remote island for the Roger Corman cult classic Attack of the Crab Monsters (1957) —where a scientific expedition discovers that radiation has created giant, intelligent crabs with a taste for human prey. We break down the surprisingly creepy atmosphere, ambitious creature effects, Cold War sci-fi themes, and the wonderfully absurd moments that make this on...

This week on B Is for Bad , we bundle up for one of the most inventive comedies in recent years: Hundreds of Beavers (2022) . We break down the brilliant visual comedy, cartoon-inspired gags, DIY filmmaking, and the relentless creativity that turns a simple survival story into an avalanche of laughs. From outrageous beaver battles to ingenious physical comedy, this movie proves you don't need a ma...

This week on B Is for Bad , we pull back the curtain on The First Nudie Musical (1976) —a wildly unconventional comedy that mixes Broadway-style musical numbers with sexploitation satire and a whole lot of low-budget charm. We break down the catchy songs, outrageous humor, memorable performances, and the bizarre premise that somehow turns a movie about making adult films into an unexpectedly cleve...

This week on B Is for Bad , we tackle the ultra-low-budget action comedy To Die Is Hard (2010) — a movie that takes inspiration from action classics and throws them into a blender with homemade filmmaking, over-the-top characters, and pure independent movie chaos. We break down the ambitious action scenes, outrageous humor, memorable one-liners, and the passion that shines through every frame. Fro...

This week on B Is for Bad , we hit the track with Return of the Racing King — a low-budget action ride packed with fast cars, big ambitions, and plenty of B-movie charm. We break down the racing action, memorable characters, production choices, and the moments that make this film stand out in the world of independent cinema. From dramatic rivalries to unexpected twists, this movie delivers a uniqu...

This week on B Is for Bad , we crank the volume to eleven and dive into Deathgasm (2015) — a horror-comedy where heavy metal, teenage outcasts, and an ancient piece of music combine to unleash hell on Earth. We break down the insane practical effects, over-the-top gore, hilarious humor, killer soundtrack, and why this movie has become a cult favorite among horror and metal fans alike. From demonic...

This week on B Is for Bad , we dive into the classic creature-feature It Came from Beneath the Sea (1955) — where a giant radioactive octopus rises from the ocean and sets its sights on San Francisco. We break down the stop-motion effects, Cold War paranoia, giant monster mayhem, and the charm of 1950s sci-fi filmmaking. From military investigations to tentacle attacks on the Golden Gate Bridge, t...

This week on B Is for Bad , we dive into the legendary bad-movie masterpiece Samurai Cop (1991) — a film packed with awkward action, bizarre dialogue, questionable editing, and one of the most distracting wigs in cinema history. We break down the wild performances, clunky fight scenes, strange romantic moments, and all the reasons this movie became a cult favorite among “so bad it’s good” fans. Sp...

This week on B Is for Bad , we dive into the wonderfully ridiculous cult classic Attack of the Killer Tomatoes! (1978) — a movie that asks the important question: what if tomatoes… killed people? We break down the absurd comedy, intentionally dumb humor, low-budget chaos, and how this bizarre parody somehow became one of the most recognizable B-movies ever made. From giant tomato attacks to comple...

This week on B Is for Bad , we tackle one of the most infamous “so bad it’s good” movies ever made: Birdemic: Shock and Terror (2010) . We break down the legendary CGI bird attacks, awkward dialogue, baffling editing choices, and the environmental message buried beneath layers of absolute cinematic chaos. From coat hanger combat to scenes that feel accidentally surreal, this movie somehow became a...

This week on B Is for Bad , we enter the post-apocalyptic madness of Hell Comes to Frogtown (1988) — where Roddy Piper plays humanity’s last hope against a world overrun by mutant frog people. We break down the bizarre premise, low-budget creature effects, wild dialogue, and the sheer commitment to its ridiculous concept. From desert wastelands to frog mutant showdowns, this movie delivers nonstop...

This week on B Is for Bad , we dive into the bizarre horror trip that is Demon Wind (1990) — where a group heads to a remote cabin and gets caught up in a supernatural storm filled with demons, fog, and pure confusion. We break down the strange pacing, wild practical effects, over-the-top transformations, and the moments that make this movie feel like a fever dream. From creepy atmosphere to full-...

This week on B Is for Bad , we hit the slopes for the frosty madness of Ice Spiders (2007) — where a ski resort becomes ground zero for genetically enhanced spiders with a serious appetite. We break down the wild creature design, low-budget effects, questionable science, and all the chaotic moments that make this movie such a fun watch. From snowy chase scenes to over-the-top spider attacks, this...

This week on B Is for Bad , we head to the mall after hours for the cult classic Chopping Mall (1986) — where high-tech security robots turn a simple lockdown into a full-blown massacre. We break down the ridiculous premise, unforgettable kills, practical effects, and the perfect mix of 80s charm and chaos. From laser-blasting robots to over-the-top character decisions, this movie delivers everyth...

This week on B Is for Bad , we dive into the woolly chaos of Black Sheep (2006) — where a genetic experiment goes horribly wrong and turns an entire flock into bloodthirsty killing machines. We break down the wild practical effects, over-the-top gore, dark humor, and just how far this movie pushes its ridiculous premise. From mutant sheep attacks to full-on farmyard carnage, this is creature horro...

This week on B Is for Bad , we step into the eerie world of No Escape Room (2018) — where a father and daughter enter an escape room that quickly turns into something far more sinister. We break down the creepy atmosphere, the puzzle-driven tension, the strange time-bending elements, and whether this movie leans more into clever horror… or confusing chaos. From shifting rooms to unsettling reveals...

This week on B Is for Bad , we dive into the cult classic chaos of Miami Connection (1987) — a movie where a synth-rock band takes on a gang of ninjas using the power of friendship… and questionable martial arts. We break down the wild fight scenes, unforgettable music, bizarre dialogue, and the pure sincerity that somehow makes this movie so entertaining. From orphan backstories to shirtless trai...

This week on B Is for Bad , we dive into the early 90s time capsule Cool As Ice (1991) — starring Vanilla Ice as a motorcycle-riding rapper who rolls into a small town and immediately starts shaking things up. We talk about the bizarre dialogue, the neon-soaked cinematography, the music video-style directing, and how this movie somehow feels like a feature-length MTV fever dream. From awkward roma...

This week on B Is for Bad , we dive into the gloriously ridiculous cult hit VelociPastor — a movie where a grieving priest travels to China, gains the power to transform into a dinosaur, and decides the best use of that power is fighting crime and ninjas. We talk about the intentional low-budget chaos, the absurd dialogue, the surprisingly self-aware humor, and how a movie this ridiculous manages...

This week on B Is for Bad , we dive into the synth-soaked insanity of Kung Fury (2015) — a short film that somehow crams Nazis, dinosaurs, arcade machines, Vikings, time travel, and David Hasselhoff into one neon-drenched fever dream. We break down the over-the-top action, intentionally ridiculous VFX, 80s nostalgia overload, and whether this cult hit is genius parody… or just beautifully controll...

This week on B Is for Bad , we head to Tromaville for mutant justice, radioactive slime, and unapologetic 80s chaos in The Toxic Avenger (1984) . We break down the outrageous kills, low-budget gore, Troma madness, and whether this cult classic earns its reputation as a B-movie legend. Spoilers included. Language explicit. Love for ridiculous cinema always. If it’s messy, violent, and proudly unhin...

This week on B Is for Bad , we dive headfirst into one of the most unhinged cinematic experiences ever created: Tammy and the T-Rex . What starts as high school drama somehow turns into lion maulings, mad science, animatronic dinosaurs, severed heads, and yes — a literal brain in a bowl. We break down the insane plot choices, the surprisingly fun gore, the baffling tonal shifts, and the moments th...