CULT and CLASSIC Films

Pride is once again here in most of the U.S., and we're living! In honor of the great strides made by the LGBTQ+ community, we're revisiting our 2020 episode on RUPAUL 's feature-length blaxploitation attempt STARRBOOTY (2007) and PEACHES (JOSHUA GRANNELL) CHRIST 's horror sendup ALL ABOUT EVIL (2010) ! Starring queer icons like ELVIRA, CANDICE CAYNE, and tons more, it's a gay old time! "PRIDE WAS...

Last week, we talked Jackie Chan, so it's only natural that this week we talk, uhh... Turkey? Yes, we're tackling our first TURKISH film, THE SWORD AND THE CLAW (1975) ! Also known as both THE LIONMAN and KILIC ASLAN , this oddball feature is part TARZAN, part ROBIN HOOD, and part TURKISH STAR WARS (it even shares star Cüneyt Arkin !) Get ready to be dazzled by metal claws and traitorous maidens i...

In a terrible oversight, we realized we hadn't tackled a JACKIE CHAN film! We remedy that as we talk about the movie that started his runaway success in the U.S., RUMBLE IN THE BRONX (1995) ! In this stunt-filled martial arts masterpiece by director STANLEY TONG (SUPERCOP 1 & 2) , Jackie finds himself between two gangs and two women, the latter duo played by the multitalented ANITA MUI (the "M...

We know times are tough out there, so we wanted to share with you the films and shows that bring us calm in the sea of madness that is life. We call them "comfort watches," and we're here to talk 'em up in detail! Whether it's Victorian childhoods, vampire action flicks, or Netflix and Youtube original content, there's something for everyone in this episode! "SNUGGLE UP WITH WARM TEA!" for this we...

We talk up one of the movies that inspired this very podcast: ROBOT JOX (1989) ! Perhaps the finest film in FULL MOON FEATURES catalog, this sci-fi gem is directed by cult legend STUART GORDON (RE-ANIMATOR 1985) and co-written by science fiction novelist JOE HALDEMAN (THE FOREVER WAR novel) ! Don't miss this all-out lovefest for a movie that deserves to be seen! We "CRASH AND BURN!" on this week's...

We love robots, the bigger the better! To sate our never-ending desire for massive metal monsters, we watched the TRANSFORMERS reboot film BUMBLEBEE (2018) ! Part classic cartoon action, and part coming of age 80's tale, this film leads right into the upcoming TRANSFORMERS: RISE OF THE BEASTS (2023) ! Listen as we tout the successes and dissect the misses in this flick from the director of KUBO AN...

We celebrate the upcoming #CULTURESHOCKRELEASING of DEBBIE DOES DEMONS (2023) with our interview of cult filmmaker DONALD FARMER (CANNIBAL HOOKERS, DEMON QUEEN, & more)! Featuring a new introduction by host NATE WYCKOFF, hear all about the man Joe Bob Briggs called "The one-man film industry of Tennessee!" Listen wherever podcasts are found and at https://cultandclassicfilms.com! Host: Nate Wy...

We continue our Bigfoot binge with BIGFOOT'S BRIDE (2021) from #WildEyeReleasing! Watch a thing that looks like a burn-victim Sasquatch bumble through the woods and sniff a lady's pee pee! If that doesn't sell you, nothing will. We think "CLOWN MASKS MAKE YOU BEAUTIFUL!" on this week's episode of CULT and CLASSIC Films Podcast! Listen wherever you get your podcasts and at https://cultandclassicfil...

At CNCFilms, it's a big year, so we're talking Bigfoot! We start this cryptozoological creature double feature with WILLOW CREEK (2013) , written and directed by comedy legend BOBCAT GOLDTHWAIT ! It's THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT meets FINDING BIGFOOT, and there's also a naked man and woman in it! We "LISTEN TO THOSE VOCALIZATIONS!" on this week's episode of CULT and CLASSIC Films Podcast! Listen where...

It hurts us deeply that we and the world have lost the powerhouse artist known worldwide as HEKLINA . A deep fiend of the pod, Heklina supported, joined, and was key in helping Cult and Classic Films podcast become what it is today. Host Nate Wyckoff shares his thoughts and memories on the legend herself, followed by a replay of our 2022 interview with Heklina where we talk today's drag and all ab...

You asked for it--we're finally discussing JANICE.CLICK 's newest bonkers film, FISHPISS (2022) ! A crazed man becomes addicted to the titular substance, and finds out if it's true that all green things are government-made, madness causing substances--you'll never guess the truth (now with fish boobs!) Guest starring ADAM THORN of @RIOTATTHEMOVIES! "WE NEED A CHANGE OF UNDERPANTS!" on this week's...

We wet your appetite for gonzo film with a revisit to JANICE.CLICK's first feature, ATTACK OF THE SCARECROW FROM MARS (2021) ! It's all a special lead-in to our review and discussion of the filmmaker's newest mindf*ck coming to your earballs next week, FISHPISS (2023) ! It's time to "Re-Butter the space-corn" on this week's episode of CULT and CLASSIC Films Podcast! Listen wherever you get your po...

We bring you a special episode where host Nate Wyckoff is joined by the cast of BOND vs. GODZILLA Podcast , a pod dedicated to the discussion of our favorite secret agent and kaiju monstrosity! Hosts Cruz, Jacob, and Charles talk about how the pod was started, warring fandoms, and their series of LIVE RIFFS ON CULT FILMS like this Easter's NIGHT OF THE LEPUS (1972) , screening at the Palm Springs...

We take Andrew W. K.'s advice and get wet for this double-feature of soggy bottoms, starting with UNDERWATER (2020) ! If you only know lead KRISTEN STEWART from the horrid TWILIGHT films, prepare to be pleasantly surprised by this tense LOVECRAFT-inspired creature feature! It's deep sea-meets-cosmic horrors for Stewart and supporting cast members VINCENT CASSEL and T. J. MILLER! "WE NEED A CHANGE...

We return to our blonde roots with PAMELA ANDERSON 's first big feature role, SNAPDRAGON (1993) ! Pam's character has a rough time of it, being sold into sex slavery and losing her memory, but it's all okay--she eventually has sexy time with Cuban lead STEVEN BAUER! It's an erotic thriller where we get to see several sex scenes from the EXACT. SAME. ANGLE! "WE LEARN ABOUT THE DRAGON'S TONGUE," on...

We rocked National Women's Day by studying the worship-worthy PAMELA ANDERSON! We talk the unfairly maligned star-vehicle BARB WIRE (1996) , based on the comic created by CHRIS WARNER! Featuring Pam herself, UDO KIER, CLINT HOWARD, and TEMUERA MORRISON, there's a lot to examine closely in this post-apocalyptic action flick! We "GET HOSED DOWN!" on this week's episode of CULT and CLASSIC Films Podc...

We discuss the filmic inspiration for MYSTERY SCIENCE THEATER 3000 and the DROIDS of STAR WARS, SILENT RUNNING (1972) ! Also featuring the only sci-fi flick soundtrack made of Joan Baez tunes! It's "TOO LATE FOR PLANET EARTH!" on this week's episode of CULT and CLASSIC Films Podcast! Listen wherever you get your podcasts and at https://cultandclassicfilms.com/! Last Week: "HIGH LIFE" (2018) Host:...

We get cosmic with a new pairing of flicks featuring--you guessed it--plants in space! First up is the atmospheric doom-epic HIGH LIFE (2018) from writer/director CLAIRE DENIS. With a stellar cast featuring ROBERT PATTINSON, MIA GOTH, JULIETTE BINOCHE, and ANDRE 3000, its got pedigree as strong as its shocking violence! Revisit "Freaky Isolation!" on this week's episode of CULT and CLASSIC Films P...

We round out our MICHAEL CERA love-fest with writer/director EDGAR WRIGHT's comic book adaptation, SCOTT PILGRIM VS. THE WORLD (2010) ! "I'M IN LESBIANS WITH YOU" on this week's episode of CULT and CLASSIC Films Podcast! Listen wherever you get your podcasts and at https://cultandclassicfilms.com/! Last Week: "NICK AND NORAH'S INFINITE PLAYLIST" (2008) Host: Nate Wyckoff Panelist: Corinne Porter

In honor of the capitalist holiday about love, we tackle two MICHAEL CERA-led features sure to get your temperature rising! This week we discuss the CERA and KAT DENNINGS vehicle NICK AND NORAH'S INFINITE PLAYLIST (2008) , which is based off the novel by RACHEL COHN and DAVID LEVITHAN! There's indie music and quotable lines-galore, all tethered to a very, very, very well-traveled piece of chewing...

We're revisiting our fan-favorite, first-ever shorts review round-up! Included is the soon-to-be feature CREATE YOUR KILLER (2019), McMURDERER (2021) by the infamous JANICE.CLICK, the live action FUTURAMA fan-film FAN-0-RAMA (2016), and the seminal ROBOT BASTARD! (2002) from creative genius ROB SCHRAB! We "Salute the Shorts!" on this week's episode of CULT and CLASSIC Podcast! Follow the filmmaker...

We talk to modern burlesque icon HAZEL HONEYSUCKLE about film, burlesque, and her sexy new STAR TREK cosplay comic book, BOLDY STRIPPED! Prepare for Warp Factor 9 with our sexiest (and funniest!) nerd talk ever, this week on CULT AND CLASSIC FILMS Podcast! Make sure to follow visit Hazel at WWW.HAZELHONEYSUCKLE.COM to find out where to see her next, and to get your copy of BOLDLY STRIPPED ! You ca...

In this episode, we talk about the first animated feature released in 3D, the criminally underrated (and possibly criminally plagiaristic) STARCHASER: THE LEGEND OF ORIN (1985) ! With a plot and soundtrack that is DEFINITELY NOT reeeeeally close to STAR WARS, and a script and direction from heavy-weights of the 80's and 90's Saturday Morning cartoon game, it's a shame there hasn't been a strong re...

To celebrate the recent 4K release, we're tackling the visual onslaught that is HEAVY METAL (1981) ! Wisely considered the poster child for the small selection of U.S.-produced, adult-themed animated feature films, this is producer IVAN REITMAN's love letter to the illustrated comic magazine of the same name! With crazy visuals, sex and violence galore, and the voice of JOHN CANDY, there's a lot t...

To follow up last week's movie that starts with a body in a Los Angeles pool, we chose another film. . .that also starts with a body in a Los Angeles pool. We talk the lampoon on the rich that is DOWN AND OUT IN BEVERLY HILLS (1986) ! With legends like Nick Nolte, Bette Midler, and Richard Dreyfuss, it's a shock this hasn't been remastered for HD! It's "WHO SAID WE WANTED TO BE SAVED?" on this wee...