Jesse Krempel
Cult Cinema Circle
Have you ever wondered to yourself why a specific film is considered by many to be a “cult film”? Have you ever wondered why a particular film has the fans and legacy that it does? Join your host, Jesse Krempel, every week as he dives into a different film from a variety of genres, and analyzes how the movie came to be, how it was released and how exactly did it become a cult classic! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episodes
Heathers (1989) with special guest Donovan Marcotte 29.03.2023 1:33:49
CONTENT WARNING: The plot of Heathers (1989) uses the act of suicide as a plot device for comedic effect throughout the film, and therefore, is a dark comedy. If you are sensitive to those kinds of themes in the media you consume, please be aware of that before listening to this episode. On today's episode, we're going to play a game of croquet with our new best friends, head over to the Snappy Sn...
Jennifer's Body (2009) 22.03.2023 1:28:44
On today's episode, we're heading to a Low Shoulder show, trying to find a "cute" outfit to wear, and also trying to figure out why our best friend is puking black sludge onto our floor, while revisit the absolute horror cult classic, Jennifer's Body (2009). This movie was written by Diablo Cody, and directed by Karyn Kusama. This movie stars Megan Fox (Transformers, Hope & Faith), Amanda Seyf...
Legally Blonde (2001) with special guest Sarah Heidelberg 15.03.2023 2:20:36
On today's episode, we're heading to our Criminal Law class at Harvard Law School, getting our nails done at the local nail salon, and then in our spare time, we're going to try solving a murder case, while we revisit the absolutely wonderful film, Legally Blonde (2001). This movie was written by Karen McCullah Lutz and Kirsten Smith, and was directed by Robert Luketic. Joining me on this episode...
Carnival of Souls (1962) with special guest Jackson Cooper 08.03.2023 1:44:18
On today's episode, we're heading to Salt Lake City for our new job as an organist, stopping by that old, abandoned pavilion on our way there, and we're going to watch some ghouls ballroom dance with each other, while we revisit the absolutely underrated horror classic, Carnival of Souls (1962). Joining me for this episode is resident expert on this film, and fellow movie gay, Jackson Cooper!!! We...
Perfect Blue (1997) 01.03.2023 1:16:34
On today's episode, we're logging onto Mima's Room, turning on an episode of Double Bind, and also trying to evade the weird pop idol ghost that's chasing us around Japan, while we revisit the absolutely beautiful anime classic, Perfect Blue (1997). This film was directed by Satoshi Kon and written by Sadayuki Murai. This movie stars Junko Iwao (Cardcaptor Sakura, Attack on Titan), Rica Matsumoto...
Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey (1991) 22.02.2023 57:57
On today's episode, we're heading over to the Battle of the Bands to try and save the world, but before that, we have to make a little pit stop over to both Heaven and Hell, while we revisit the absolutely excellent buddy comedy classic, Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey (1991). This movie was directed by Pete Hewitt and co-written by Chris Matheson and Ed Solomon. This movie stars Keanu Reeves (John W...
Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989) 15.02.2023 1:17:59
On today's episode, we're heading back in time in our decked out phone booth to "borrow" some historical figures from the past, so we don't fail our final history project, while we revisit the beautiful buddy comedy classic, Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989). This movie was co-written by Chris Matheson and Ed Solomon and directed by Stephen Herek. This movie stars Keanu Reeves (The Matrix,...
Night Of The Comet (1984) 08.02.2023 1:00:26
On today's episode, we’re heading to the mall to get some great deals at the end of the world, and also going to infiltrate this underground bunker being ran by these shady scientists, while we revisit the kick-ass 80s sci-fi/horror classic, Night Of The Comet (1984). This movie was written and directed by Thom Eberhardt. This movie stars Catherine Mary Stewart (Weekend At Bernie’s, Days Of Our Li...
Popcorn (1991) 01.02.2023 1:05:28
On today's episode, we're heading over to the Dreamland Theater for our all night horror movie marathon, while we have a sick Reggae concert in the middle of it for seemingly no reason, and we're also trying to fight for our lives against a scary man with no face, while we revisit the forgotten early 90s horror gem, Popcorn (1991). This movie was written by Alan Ormsby and directed by Mark Herrier...
Can't Hardly Wait (1998) 25.01.2023 1:51:44
On today's episode, we're throwing our caps and gowns in the air and heading over to the big party after graduation, cruising in the car while listening to Barry Manilow, and getting locked in the bathroom with our distant childhood friend turned lover, while we revisit the absolutely 90s cult classic teen film, Can't Hardly Wait. This movie was written and directed by Harry Elfont and Deborah Kap...
Saved! (2004) 18.01.2023 1:42:25
On today's episode, we're heading over to homeroom at American Eagle Christian High School, praying for our recently outed friend at Prayer Circle, and maybe perform an exorcism or two with Mandy Moore and her horrible hair, while we cover the religious satire film, Saved (2004). This movie was directed by Brian Dannelly and co-written by Brian Dannelly and Michael Urban This movie stars Jena Malo...
Sorority Babes in the Slimeball Bowl-O-Rama (1988) with special guest Pickens Barringer 11.01.2023 1:37:45
On today's episode, we’re heading over to the bowling alley to go steal a trophy and go see our not so favorite Uncle Impie, while we revisit the sleazy late 80s cult classic, Sorority Babes In The Slimeball Bowl-O-Rama (1988). This movie was directed by David DeCoteau and written by Sergei Hasenecz. This movie stars Linnea Quigley (Graduation Day, Silent Night, Deadly Night), Robin Rochelle (The...
But I'm a Cheerleader (1999) 04.01.2023 1:23:15
On today's episode, we're going to sneak out from True Directions, and head over to the Cocksucker Bar for a night of uninhibited gay fun while we revisit the sapphic campy glory that is But I'm A Cheerleader (1999). This movie was directed by Jamie Babbit and written by Brian Wayne Peterson with a story credit by Jamie Babbit. This movie stars Natasha Lyonne (Slums of Beverly Hills, American Pie)...
Clueless (1995) with special guest Sarah Heidelberg 21.12.2022 2:36:25
On today's episode, we’re heading out to a Val party and rollin' with the homies on our way out to Sunset, while we revisit the perfect movie that is Clueless (1995). This movie was written and directed by Amy Heckerling. This movie stars Alicia Silverstone (True Crime, American Woman), Paul Rudd (Ant-Man, Romeo+Juliet ), Brittany Murphy (Riding In Cars With Boys, Uptown Girls), and Dan Hedaya (Di...
Dazed and Confused (1993) with special guest Sarah Heidelberg 17.12.2022 2:08:19
On today's episode, we’re heading over to The Emporium for a game of pool, cruise around town in our nice ass muscle cars, and get super beer drunk on cheap beer, while we revisit the beautiful 70s period piece, Dazed and Confused (1993). This movie was written and directed by Richard Linklater. This movie stars Jason London (To Wong Foo, The Rage: Carrie 2), Ben Affleck (School Ties, Mallra...
Elvira, Mistress Of The Dark (1988) 07.12.2022 1:27:10
On today's episode, we’re heading to Fallwell, Massachusetts to go freak out the normies, try to get $50k to open our show in Las Vegas, and maybe fall in love, while we revisit the beautifully campy cult classic film, Elvira, Mistress Of The Dark (1988). This movie was directed by James Signorelli and written by Cassandra Peterson, John Paragon, and Sam Egan. This movie stars Cassandra Peterson (...
Cruel Intentions (1999) with special guest Sarah Heidelberg 30.11.2022 2:10:19
On today's episode, we're heading up to our gorgeous New York City penthouse while we ruin lives and look absolutely fabulous while doing so, while we revisit the super horny teen romance drama, Cruel Intentions (1999). This movie was written and directed by Roger Kumble. This movie stars Sarah Michelle Gellar (Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Scooby-Doo), Ryan Phillippe (I Know What You Did Last Summer,...
Frankenhooker (1990) 23.11.2022 40:30
On today's episode, we're heading down to 42nd Street to visit some of the ladies of the night and also to gather some body parts to put our girlfriend back together, while I revisit the absolutely twisted cult classic film, Frankenhooker (1990). This movie was directed by Frank Hennenlotter and co-written by Frank and Robert Martin. This movie stars James Lorinz (Street Trash, Last Exit to Brookl...
Blast From The Past (1999) 16.11.2022 53:57
On today's episode, we're coming out of our fallout shelter with our baseball cards, heading over to the hardware store (and the liquor store), and booking a room at the Holiday Inn while we revisit the often-overlooked romantic comedy, Blast From The Past (1999). This movie was directed by Hugh Wilson and written by Hugh Wilson and Bill Kelly. This movie stars Brendan Fraser (The Mummy, George Of...
The Faculty (1998) 09.11.2022 43:20
On today's episode, we're putting on our best 72-minute lips, heading over to Herrington High School, and trying to fight against the parasitic aliens that took over our teachers, while we revisit the fantastic late 90s teen horror flick, The Faculty (1998). This movie was directed by Robert Rodriguez and written by Kevin Williamson. This movie stars Elijah Wood (The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy, Sin...
Bring It On (2000) 02.11.2022 1:08:44
On today's episode, we’re cheering and leading and showing off our best spirit fingers, while we revisit the absolute classic teen movie, Bring It On (2000). This movie stars Kirsten Dunst (Drop Dead Gorgeous, Spider-Man), Eliza Dushku (Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Wrong Turn), Jesse Bradford (Hackers, Swimfan), and Gabrielle Union (She’s All That, Love and Basketball) This movie is absolutely a chil...
Urban Legend (1998) 26.10.2022 1:28:01
On today's episode, we're putting on our best parkas, looking for guys on Goth4Goth, and heading over to Pendleton University while we revisit the absolute 90s horror classic, Urban Legend (1998). This movie was directed by Jamie Blanks and written by Silvio Horta. This movie stars Alicia Witt (Cecil B. Demented, Twin Peaks, Mr. Holland's Opus), Rebecca Gayheart (Scream 2, Dead Like Me, Jawbreaker...
The Slumber Party Massacre (1982) with special guest Pickens Barringer 26.10.2022 47:28
On today's episode, we're ordering some pizza, getting some slug hunting in, and fending for our lives while we revisit the absolute horror cult classic, The Slumber Party Massacre (1982). I'm also joined by your favorite local hot mess twink himself, Pickens Barringer! This movie was written by Rita Mae Brown, and directed by Amy Holden-Jones. This movie stars Michelle Michaels (New Year's Evil),...
Hocus Pocus (1993) 19.10.2022 1:04:49
On today's episode, we're putting on our best red lipstick, trying not to get our shoes stolen by bullies, and fighting against sisterly witches who want children's souls at the same time, while we revisit the absolute Halloween classic, Hocus Pocus (1993). This movie stars Bette Midler ( Beaches, The Rose ), Sarah Jessica Parker ( Sex And The City, The First Wives Club ), Kathy Najimy ...
Sleepaway Camp (1983) 12.10.2022 1:02:26
On today's episode, we're heading to Camp Arawak in our shortest of short shorts, playing an excellent, bitchy game of volleyball and baseball, while at the same time, trying not to get murdered while we revisit the absolute cult classic horror film, Sleepaway Camp (1983). This movie stars Felissa Rose ( Return to Sleepaway Camp, Victor Crowley ), Jonathan Tiersten ( Return to Sleepaway Camp...
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