Cult Cinema Circle

On today's episode, I'm chatting with television and film writer, Joseph Dougherty about his new book, Rod Serling at 100: One Writer's Acknowledgment. Joe and I talk all about how he got started in the entertainment business, and a bit about his time on the TV show Thirtysomething and his experience writing the HBO Film, Cast A Deadly Spell. We end up diving into talking about why the Twilight Zo...

On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in December 2024 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.

"Look, I'm just gonna go home and kill myself. You wanna share a cab?" "So I can pass out and wake up *alone* on New Year's Day?" On today's episode, we're closing out the year with an absolutely appropriate pick for New Year's Eve. This film has somewhat gone lost, but is deeply beloved by a lot of folks who have seen it and that is the MTV Film, 200 Cigarettes (1999) This movie is full of a bunc...

"Just so we're clear, you stole a car, shot a bouncer, and had sex with two women?" On today's episode, we're celebrating Christmas with an unconventional pick for the season, as we cover the absolute banger that is Go! (1999). This movie is such a fun, frenetic time, and I can't help but enjoy myself when I watch this. To add to this conversation, I invited the clown daddy of Los Angeles himself,...

“Poor kid? What are you talking about? He's the richest kid in the world!” On today's episode, we're heading to our very own McDonald's and covering the absolute kid wish fulfillment film, Richie Rich! Videos Referenced: Leeja Miller: My Cousin Vinny Reaction LegalEagle: My Cousin Vinny Reaction Go Listen To Me!!! Party Monster Episode of MTMUG Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle --...

"Because you're dead already, Lisa! No one cares if you die, Lisa, because you're dead already. Your heart is cold. That's why you keep coming back here. You're not free. You need this place, you need it to feel alive. It's pathetic." It's cold outside, but we're having a ball at Claymoore with our best girl friends!!! On today's episode, my buddy, Shawn Williams, and I are revisiting the sad girl...

"God bless us every one... except Satan!" On today’s episode, we’re pulling up to the town of Ornaments, and checking out a little hidden gem of a SyFy movie, called Letters To Satan Claus Interview With Michael Zara, Writer of Letters To Satan Claus Jane Mulcahy’s Video Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail:  cultcinemacircle@gmail.com ---- Follow Cult Cinema Ci...

On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in November 2024 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.

"That's not cranberry sauce..." Thanksgiving is a farce of a holiday, anyway, so to go along with that, I'm excited to bring you an episode, covering one of the only horror movies dedicated to the holiday, Blood Rage!! Join me and my guest, Brandon Randolph, owner and artist at Zombae Brando Designs, as we talk about this wild movie, and also talk about our love of regional horror films and practi...

On today’s episode, we’re popping in some video tapes and talking about the movie that started a long running series, V/H/S (2012) 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.

"My colors are blush and bashful" On today's episode, my guest Drew Gaver (aka Bev The Drag Queen) and myself are heading to Truvy's Salon, as we revisit the absolute masterpiece that is Steel Magnolias (1989) Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail:  cultcinemacircle@gmail.com ---- Follow Drew on Instagram , TikTok , Facebook , and Twitter Follow Cult Cinema Circl...

"Like a velvet glove cast in iron, and like the gas chamber, Varla, a real fun gal!" On today's episode, my guest Rocco T. Thompson and I are welcoming you to violence, as we cover Faster, Pussycat Kill Kill (1965) Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail:  cultcinemacircle@gmail.com ---- Follow Rocco on Instagram , Twitter and Letterboxd Read Articles Written By Ro...

On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in October 2024 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.

"Do you guys have sour balls?" This week, my friend, Pickens Barringer and I are going to a party at Hull House, as we revisit the absolute horror classic, Night Of The Demons (1988) ---- Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail:  cultcinemacircle@gmail.com ---- Follow Pickens on Instagram Follow Cult Cinema Circle on  Instagram ,  Bluesky , and  Lett...

"Send...more...paramedics." This week, me and my buddy Antonio Palacios got jobs at the U-Need-A Medical Supply warehouse, as we cover the absolute horror classic that is Return Of The Living Dead (1985) ---- Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail:  cultcinemacircle@gmail.com ---- Visit Cultworthy Studios at https://thecultworthy.com Follow Antonio on Twitter , Fa...

"She thinks fellatio is a character in Shakespeare" This week, me and my buddies, Josh and Joe are visiting a quaint little town, and uncovering some dirty little secrets, as we cover an under-seen horror gem, Cherry Falls (2000) ---- The Real Story Behind 'Cherry Falls', Bloody Disgusting, Trace Thurman, July 29th, 2016 Click Here ---- Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show...

"Remember, Norman. I'm the one who loves you. Only your Mother truly loves you." On this chilling episode, we delve into  Psycho II , the 1983 sequel to Alfred Hitchcock’s classic thriller. Join me and my special guest, Mx. Travis McMaster as we explore the film’s unexpected narrative choices, character development, and the haunting return of Norman Bates, played masterfully by Anthony Perkin...

"Who does she think she is? I, like, invented her!!" On this episode, we dive into the iconic 2004 film  Mean Girls , a sharp, witty satire of teenage life and social dynamics. Join me and my special guest, Sarah Heidelberg, as we explore the film's memorable characters, from the calculating Regina George to the relatable Cady Heron. We’ll discuss the cultural impact of the film, its unforget...

On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in September 2024 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.

"I'm pretty sure what we did was illegal in Kentucky and 20 other states" Join me as I dive into the eerie world of Paranormal Activity (2007), the found-footage horror sensation that terrified audiences worldwide. I’ll be exploring the film’s unique production, its chilling atmosphere, and how its low-budget, high-impact approach forever changed the horror genre. From the spine-tingling scares to...

“You guys are splitting up! That's what's wrong with me! Now get down there and start solving your problems” In this episode, we dive into the 1996 family comedy House Arrest. Join us as we revisit this nostalgic 90s film where a group of kids take matters into their own hands by locking their bickering parents in the basement. We'll discuss the movie's quirky premise, its all-star cast including...

“That goalie was pissed about something!” On this spine-chilling episode of the Cult Cinema Circle Podcast, we’re donning our hockey masks and heading to Camp Crystal Lake for an in-depth exploration of the  Friday The 13th  film franchise. On this episode, we're covering the last 4 films of the series!! Join me and my horror loving buddy, Pickens Barringer as we trace the origins of thi...

"You're all doomed!!" We're diving into a spine-chilling episode of the Cult Cinema Circle Podcast as we don our hockey masks and head over to Camp Crystal Lake for an in-depth exploration of the Friday The 13th film franchise. On this episode, we're covering the first 8 films of the series, produced by Paramount Studios! Join me and my horror loving buddy, Pickens Barringer as we trace...

"Does it hurt to be dead?" Get ready to dive into the eerie and captivating world of  Stir of Echoes  (1999) in this spine-chilling episode of Cult Cinema Circle! Join me as we unravel the dark, supernatural thriller that blends psychological intrigue with ghost phenomena. Directed by David Koepp and starring Kevin Bacon in a standout performance, this film explores the unsettling conseq...

On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in August 2024 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.