Babes From The Black Lagoon

Phil Collins fans only beyond this point. What happens when the pressure to be perfect becomes a performance no one’s watching? In a world obsessed with status, control, and appearances, you can still be a clone that remains a chilling reflection of toxic ambition and hollow masculinity. This week, the Babes dissect the razor-sharp satire behind the cult classic American Psycho (2000) . A film tha...

They're heeere... and so are we! In this episode, we venture into the different dimensions of this haunted suburban nightmare that is the cult classic Poltergeist (1982). From preventable ghostly TV static to malevolent tree attacks and that iconic clown scene (you know the one), we’re opening our minds to the fun, the layers, and the behind-the-scenes stories that make this movie re-watchable. Is...

It’s been a while since we’ve enjoyed and been both absolutely horrified by a movie in a long time! Enter the 2024 Austrian slow burn, The Devil’s Bath . While this hidden gem of folk horror should be on everyone’s radar, don’t expect any jump scares. Nope, just the sweet sweet terror of tradition and human behavior. Though set in the 18th century, this film touches on themes that are just as rele...

WOOOOWEEEEE, LAGOONIES! Is this the movie where two people can sit in totally different chairs on a film and stay friends? HELL YEAH! This week, we dive into Robert Eggers’ highly anticipated 2024 gothic remake, Nosferatu . Was it love, possession, or something in between? Why do we feel so differently about this film compared to public opinion? Did Eggers miss the mark, or are we just blinded by...

Laced with hyper-pink and gut punches that will leave you reeling, this is the revenge thriller you never see coming. This week, we’re getting into 2020’s Promising Young Woman and unpacking the subtle religious references all the way to blatant, systemic societal problems that women deal with every.single.day. Cassie’s journey may be fueled by heartbreak and loss, but man-oh-man does she provide...

What if a traumatic experience revealed you had a powerful, unexpected defense mechanism—like literal teeth in your VAGINA ? Chomp chomp! On this week’s episode, The Babes sink their teeth into the twisted, darkly comedic 2007 coming-of-age horror film, Teeth . Join us as we sink our chompers into this film's sharp edges by exploring themes of purity culture, the fear of female power, toxic male e...

Unresolved trauma and self-righteousness…does it lead to spiritual awakening? Or spiral out into vivid hallucinations and self-destruction? On this week’s episode, The Babes pray at the altar of the 2019 horror-drama St. Maude . We confess our thoughts on the intersections of faith, isolation, repression and mental health. We had a lot to say on the risks of unchecked religious zeal and the potent...

Not our regularly scheduled programming, but here’s a message of solidarity in these dark, fucked up, unprecedented times. STAY RADICAL LAGOONIES. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit babes.substack.com

On this SEASON TWO premiere episode, The Babes cover a vvvery special film that had us feeling SO much: The beautifully grotesque, 2024 horror/sci-fi movie of the year so far - The Substance . We try to pump it up while discussing the toxicities of self-destruction, ageism and the pursuit of beauty. So, with that - It’s time to curl that last strand, jam that earring in, keep the balance and take...

Hail Satan *muah* HIIIIIII. Hello, we’re back?! Well, us Babes like to keep things fresh, and keep you dear listeners on your toes - SO we changed our movie pick for this week's episode. We covering the new, hot off the press and highly-anticipated 2024 horror-crime-thriller Oz Perkins film - LONGLEGS. This was a fun one and we’re just going to leave it at that. Enjoy the listen!  This movie depic...

I guess if you had a little boy named “Tony” who lived in your mouth, and hid in your stomach you gotta trust your gut, right? Especially when shit is about to hit the fan. On this week's episode, The Babes cover a film that makes you not want to go to any remote, haunted destinations anytime soon - It’s the iconic, unsettling 1980’s horror-thriller: “The Shining”. We chop down the bathroom door t...

What if you and your twin were up against something unexpected - like your own mother! What lengths would you go to if you suspected that there was something off about mommy dearest? In this week’s episode, the Babes navigate the twists, and deep layers of THEE Austrian horror mystery Goodnight Mommy (2014). Sarinah and Jas discuss complicated relationships between mothers and sons, unhealthy trau...

We’re STILL the weirdos Mister! The comfort of the 90’s witchy aesthetic is one of the Wonders of the World, and we MUST protect it at all costs. We give thanks to grunge all black outfits, dark brown lipstick, knee high socks, and combat boots. Blessed Be! On this episode, The Babes cover the beloved 1996 horror drama, and cult classic - The Craft . This film calls the corners of the occult, the...

Awww, the youth. Our future, so innocent and unassuming. But is that just the perfect ruse? What if someone revealed to you that their own child was capable of horrendous acts? On this episode, The Babes cover their oldest film yet - The alluring black and white, horror thriller from 1956, The Bad Seed . We discuss nosey neighbors, cunning 8 year olds, and how far a mother will go to protect her c...

Ever gotten that uneasy feeling that the vibes are just a little too harmonious? What if there isn't any physical darkness to be found, but the technicolor atmosphere is just as terrifying? On this week’s episode, The Babes are joined by their pal, Sarah, as we discuss a multitude of topics surrounding Swedish Camp, a breakup, clever easter egg detailing, and SO MUCH MORE. Grab your flower crowns,...

Does liver pair well with fava beans and chianti? What even is a fava bean? Sommeliers weigh in. On this week's episode, The Babes dish and relish every moment of one of the most recognized horror films ever - The crime, horror classic from 1991, The Silence of the Lambs . A movie that still transcends into today’s pop culture, gave us one of the best female characters in horror, and even made us...

Tickets bought, bags packed, and nirvana awaits! Well..maybe on a different vacation? This one was like if you got sunscreen in your eyes, and you’re trying to wait for the burning to stop. For our 10TH EPISODE, we belly flop into the sci-fi horror film Infinity Pool (2023). The Babes splash into the chaotic atmospheric tones surrounding hedonism and affluence, highlighting how wealth can lead to...

What happens when you invite the wolf in sheep's clothing into your lavish world? Did the wolf only act on its true nature when it kept being reminded that it is only a sheep, and doesn’t really belong there? Who’s to say…On this week’s episode we visit the grand, and intoxicating world of yet another film that had the internet feeling some kind of way. The Babes break down the sexy, satire-thrill...

When at a gathering with friends, there is a moment where peer pressure mixed with a dash of curiosity sometimes gets the best of us. We just can’t help it. However, what happens when the new thrill goes too far? Well, on this episode, the Babes finally get around to watching and STILL processing one of the highest rated horror movies of 2023. We let in the Australian horror-thriller, Talk To Me ....

Happy New Year Lagoonies! With fresh snow on the ground, we wanted to kick-off 2024 with the enduring nightmarish whimsy of the Swedish horror gem, Let The Right One In (2008). What happens when two, unlikely souls spark a friendship that leads into something beyond just love? On this week’s episode, The Babes discuss gender fluidity and identity, the death of innocence, and one of the best reveng...

What happens when a marketing team REALLLLY misses the mark? Like a botched (horrific) ritual, can that movie rise again, and seek its overdue revenge? We will let you be the judge of that. For this week’s episode, the Babes cover the 2009 campy, horror, popcorn flick better known as Jennifer’s Body. We get into the emotional truths of a toxic, codependent friendship and a script loaded with sarca...

Things that just go together…peanut butter and chocolate. Fig and prosciutto. Fantasy and horror? YES. When reality is disturbing, who wouldn’t want to stumble upon something magical? Ticket for two please! On this week’s episode, The Babes enter the dark, mythical, and beautiful mind of Guillermo Del Toro, and journey into Pan's Labyrinth (2006). Through GDT’s rich storytelling, we navigate the p...

ALL FEMALE CAST. WE REPEAT AN ALL FEMALE CAST!!! Except, the character Paul? Sorry Paul? Actually, Not Sorry Paul! This week's episode the Babes review how badass women can be in a very unthinkable situation, while navigating The Descent (2005). Dealing with trauma, facing some cave demons (emotional and literal ones), and realizing we have CLAUSTROPHOBIA now due to this film. You won’t find us on...

Wow. This one left us a little heartbroken for our title character, Carrie (1976). The Babes explore the response to puberty, spiritual abuse within the home and the consequences of somewhat well-intentioned faculty intervention. We analyze the way society dealt with certain issues in the 1970’s and the ways that would NOT fly in 2023 and Carrie White deserved better. The glowy hue combined with h...

The air is THICK with spiritual tension, complex family dynamics and bleak wilderness. On this episode the Babes cover a podcast favorite, Robert Egger’s The VVitch (2015). This film is visually amazing and had us captivated by its historical, and artistic accuracy of 1600’s puritan life. We analyze how this story still feels relevant today with modern feminism, the paranoia that might have infect...