Cult Cinema Circle

In this episode, we unpack the cult classic Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael (1990), a quirky, melancholic tale of identity, abandonment, and small-town myth-making. We follow the story of Dinky Bossetti, played by a young Winona Ryder, as she navigates her outsider status in anticipation of the return of the town’s elusive hometown hero, Roxy Carmichael. Is Roxy a savior, a symbol, or just a ghost o...

On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in July 2025. Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com ---- Follow Cult Cinema Circle on  Instagram ,  Bluesky , and  Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we unravel the haunting psychological labyrinth of Jacob’s Ladder (1990), a film that blends horror, trauma, and existential dread into a singular cinematic experience. Directed by Adrian Lyne and starring Tim Robbins, this cult classic follows Vietnam veteran Jacob Singer as he grapples with disturbing visions, shifting realities, and the unraveling of his own identity. We explor...

In this episode, we’re diving into Loser (2000), the offbeat teen dramedy that tried to flip the college rom-com formula on its head. Directed by Amy Heckerling (Clueless, Fast Times at Ridgemont High) and starring Jason Biggs and Mena Suvari, Loser tells the story of Paul Tannek — a socially awkward but good-hearted guy navigating life at NYU, unrequited crushes, and toxic roommates. We’ll unpack...

On today's episode, we're cutting off our hair and going on the run, but standing for justice, damn it, as we revisit the underseen and IMO underrated 80s classic that is The Legend of Billie Jean (1985). Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail:  cultcinemacircle@gmail.com Follow Cult Cinema Circle on  Instagram ,  Bluesky , and  Letterboxd Hosted on...

On today's episode, we're heading out to the desert and fighting for our lives against a family of bloodthirsty cannibals as we dive into The Hills Have Eyes (1977). This movie was written and directed by the one and only Mr. Wes Craven. Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail:  cultcinemacircle@gmail.com Follow Cult Cinema Circle on  Instagram ,  Bluesky...

In this episode, we dive into the body-swapping chaos of Freaky Friday (2003), the Disney teen comedy that gave us peak Lindsay Lohan, a guitar-shredding garage band, and Jamie Lee Curtis in one of her most unexpectedly hilarious roles. We unpack the film’s themes of mother-daughter tension, identity, and empathy—plus, why this version of Freaky Friday still resonates over two decades later. From...

On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in June 2025. Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com ---- Follow Cult Cinema Circle on  Instagram ,  Bluesky , and  Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we dive deep into Todd Haynes’ underground cult classic  Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story —a haunting, avant-garde retelling of Karen Carpenter’s life told entirely through Barbie dolls. Banned shortly after its release due to music rights issues, this 1987 short film remains a powerful and controversial portrait of fame, control, and self-destruction. We’ll unpack the fi...

Welcome to this week’s wild ride as me and my returning guest, Elizabeth Teets dive headfirst into the psychedelic madness of Beyond the Valley of the Dolls —Russ Meyer and Roger Ebert’s infamous 1970 cult classic that defies categorization and good taste in equal measure. From its candy-colored visuals to its unhinged plot twists, this film isn’t a sequel but a surreal spiritual cousin to the ori...

In this episode, me and my homegirl, Donovan Marcotte, pop the cork — and the "dolls" — on one of Hollywood’s most infamous cult classics:  Valley of the Dolls  (1967). From its glamorous rise to its tragic falls, we explore how this adaptation of Jacqueline Susann's bestselling novel became both a time capsule of 1960s stardom and a cautionary tale about the price of fame. Join us as we...

On this episode, we're holding a very important meeting of the Special People Club, and inviting our much older crush to dine on some Hostess snacks, while we cover the pitch black comedy from 1995, Welcome to the Dollhouse. This movie was written and directed by Todd Solondz. We explore how this movie was a huge part of the indie movie boom in the mid-90s, and how this launched the careers of bot...

On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in May 2025. Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com ---- Follow Cult Cinema Circle on  Instagram ,  Bluesky , and  Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, me and my sister hop on our bikes and ride back to the summer of 1970 while we revisit the absolute banger that is  Now and Then —a nostalgic coming-of-age classic that’s equal parts heartwarming and heart-wrenching. We explore how this beloved 1995 film captures the complexities of girlhood, friendship, and the sometimes awkward, often magical transition into adulthood. From...

In this episode, we’re hitting the road—literally—as we take a wild ride back to the year 2000 with  Road Trip , the raunchy college comedy that defined an era of gross-out humor and questionable decisions. Directed by Todd Phillips and starring Breckin Meyer, Seann William Scott, and Amy Smart, this chaotic journey across state lines is packed with bad choices, accidental admissions, and a V...

In this nostalgic deep-dive, myself and my buddy Mark J. Parker head back to Stoneybrook to revisit  The Baby-Sitters Club  (1995), the feel-good film based on Ann M. Martin’s beloved book series. From Claudia’s iconic outfits to Kristy’s summer business dreams, we explore how the movie captured the heart and hustle of a group of young girls balancing friendship, growing pains, and babys...

In this episode, me and my homegirl, Jackson Cooper, dive into the cult classic  Equinox  (1970), a low-budget horror gem that helped lay the groundwork for independent genre filmmaking. With its surreal story of college students stumbling upon an ancient book that opens a portal to another dimension,  Equinox  blends stop-motion monsters, amateur charm, and Lovecraftian terror...

On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in April 2025. Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com ---- Follow Cult Cinema Circle on  Instagram ,  Bluesky , and  Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we take a prehistoric plunge into  The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas  (2000), the flashy, goofy prequel to the 1994 live-action original. With a brand-new cast and a wild ride through young love, dino-driven limos, and Vegas-style shenanigans, this film aimed to show us how Fred and Wilma—and Barney and Betty—first found love in the Stone Age. But did this bedrock reboo...

This week, we’re stirring the pot with  Gossip  (2000)—a deliciously chaotic college thriller where one little rumor blows up  way  bigger than anyone expected. It’s got hot young stars (hello, James Marsden, Lena Headey, Kate Hudson), questionable ethics, and enough plot twists to make your head spin. We’re breaking down all the wild turns, the early-2000s fashion choices, and...

This week, we’re strapping on our scrunchies and doing synchronized backflips into the gloriously neon world of  Girls Just Want to Have Fun  (1985). Join us as we relive the tale of rebellious Catholic school girls, televised dance-offs, and the eternal struggle against buzzkill parents who just don’t understand  the rhythm . We’re talking Sarah Jessica Parker before  Sex and...

This week, we’re shedding one single, sexy tear for Cry-Baby (1990), John Waters’ delightfully deranged teen musical where bad boys ride motorcycles, good girls lose their minds, and everyone’s got more hair grease than sense. We’re talking prison chic, awkward tongue kisses, and a world where courtroom scenes turn into doo-wop numbers. Johnny Depp smolders, Ricki Lake twirls, and Traci Lords stea...

It’s April 1st, and we’re celebrating the only slasher movie where the real killer might just be… vibes? Join me and my special guest, Shawn Williams, as we revisit April Fool’s Day (1986), the horror movie that asks, “What if Clue, but with hotter people and way more shoulder pads?” We’re talking booby traps, bizarre accents, mystery mullets, and one twist ending that had ’80s audiences either ap...

On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in March 2025. Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com ---- Follow Cult Cinema Circle on  Instagram ,  Bluesky , and  Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we’re infiltrating the highly classified, absolutely ridiculous world of D.E.B.S., the 2004 spy spoof where top-secret agents are recruited via… standardized testing? Join me as I salute the absurdity of crime-fighting schoolgirls in mini skirts, Lucy Diamond’s gay villain era, and a love story that somehow bloomed in the middle of a laser gun fight. I'm asking the tough questions: Who...