Messed Up Movies

This week we give Dandino his final birthday gift, from his loving wife Andrea, Your Monster. We discuss the use of genre to get people to watch a drama, the lovely modern beauty and imaginary beast romanctic tale, and have a big disagreement about the wild ending. This is a lovely tale with an incredible cast which make for a perfect Messed Up gift.  Synopsis: After her life falls apart, soft-spo...

On this New Movie Monday we train for greatness in Him. We unpack the playbook of the movies ever shifting art house reality, the horror of the pursuit of greatness, and what the Hell is going on with this satanic pigskin cult. This movie will have you jacked up to be great and scared of what you may sacrifice to achieve that goal.  Synopsis: A young athlete descends into a world of terror when he...

Today we celebrate creation in Brigsby Bear. We discuss the use of fantasy worlds to decipher brutal realities, the joy of creation becoming infectious, and the value of adding your creations to the world. This movie is a love letter to movies and art in general. Join us as we have a party for one of the greatest kids shows ever in this heart filled Messed Up Movie.  Synopsis: After being freed fr...

Today we cut deep into the mythology of Jackt the Ripper in From Hell. We rip open the film's novel theory of who this famous monster really was, the journey from classic graphic novel to the big screen, and the movie placing us in the filthy gutters where these crimes occured. This film is scapel sharp and sweeter than grapes, we hope you will enjoy joining us again in this Messed Up Movie.  Syno...

Today on New Movie Monday we lace up our boots and walk through a nightmarish American landscape in The Long Walk. We unpack the rules and weaponization of the Long Walk by the militarized state, the dynamic of these young men and their myriad of goals and dreams, and finally how this movie may capture the constant cycle of doom as America feels like it maybe beyond the American Dream.  This is a...

On this New Movie Monday we return to Tromaville in a new Toxic Avenger film. We discuss the odd  journey from creation to unrater theatrical experience, the more heartfilled approach to Toxie, and walk through the films myriad of gags. It's crazy to see a new Toxic Avenger film in the theater in 2025, but does it deliver the Troma goods? Join us to find out! Synopsis: A horrible toxic accident tr...

Today we pray to Krom for our revenge in Conan the Barbarian. We discuss the fantasy wish fufillment of Conan's world, the fight against a wild snake cult, and the rise of Arnold as our Action Movie King! Conan hack and slashed his way into our hearts and has ruled ever since, join us as we explore the times of High Fantasy! Synopsis: A powerful warrior seeks to avenge the genocide of his people a...

On this New Movie Monday we attend a wedding in Borderline. We discuss the film's bizarre pop star wedding party, the shocking blend of comedy and hyper violence, and the stellar ensemble cast. This movie is all about twisted fantasies and hard realities. Join us for this Messed Up Movie.  Youtube: https://youtu.be/XzYPZ4s69z4 Synopsis: A bodyguard protects a pop superstar and her athlete boyfrien...

Today we see if we have what it takes to become real boys in the Disney Classic Pinocchio. We discuss the Blue Fairy's cruel gauntlet, the horrifying rogues gallery that fill this village, and restarting your life in the belly of a whale. This Messed Up movie seemed like a trip to Pleasure Island but scarred our child brains for all time. Synopsis: A living puppet, with the help of a cricket as hi...

On this New Movie Monday we unpack the new addition to the Hell House LLC franchise in Lineage. We discuss the decision to take the film out of the Found Footage genre, attempt to unravel the dense lore of the franchise, and ponder what could be in store next for this franchise. This one will be a divisive entry into the franchise for sure, join us in Abbadon for all the details.  Youtube: https:/...

This week we tip over a garbage pail full of all the gross and bulbuous nightmares you remember in The Garbage Pail Kids Movie. We discuss the hiddeous look and behavior of these monsterous aliens, Dodgers brutal real life, and the wish fufilment of being a Garbage Pail Kid. This one is sticky and smelly, but if you hold your nose and squint real hard you may see an enjoyable childhood memory.  Sy...

On this New Movie Monday we battle sobriety and alien invaders in Jimmy and Stiggs. We dissect Joe Begos's long journey through this passion project, the refreshing theatrical experience of being pummeled by this movies madcap blood and guts approach, and The Horror Section announcing their arrival with this wild calling card film. This is more of a Drunken Bar Brawl than a film at most turns. Thi...

Today we return to one of the most magical films of all time in an unexpectedly hiddeous manner in Return to Oz. We discuss the horrifying real world Dorthy has returned to, the insanely evil new denizens of Oz, and the abuse of one of the most beloved movie characters of all time. Many young kids will remember the nightmares this Disney Classic unleashed upon us in this Messed Up Movie.  Synopsis...

On this new movie Monday we go on a wild ride to find a classroom of missing children in Weapons. We discuss the film's multiple chapter structure, the reveal of the true monster in our midst, and the film's many tones from comedy to blood currdling violence. This is one of the best horror films of the year, and we go all the way down to the basement to unpack it's delights.  Youtube: https://yout...

Turn around and look at what you see as we soar into the Mirror of our Dreams in The Neverending Story. We discuss how this dark children's fantasy film traumatized us, the light mythology of the world of Fantasia, and why this film became so iconic to an entire generation. Hop your luck dragon to rediscover this classic childhood Messed Up Movie.  Synopsis: A troubled boy dives into a wondrous fa...

On this New Movie Monday Griffey, Heath and Sam get stuck Together. We discuss the movies body horror metaphors, the inbalance in this couple's relationship, and if this body horror film attacked the heart or just the skin. Join us for this new Messed Up journey in theaters now! Synopsis: Years into their relationship, Tim and Millie find themselves at a crossroads as they move to the country. Wit...

This week we kneel on tentacled leg before DAGON! We discuss the pretty one sided deal these villagers make with this aquatic diety, greatest H.P. Lovecraft film adaptations, and what to do when your half octopuss sister sets her romantic sights on you. Despite all the obvious barnacles, there is plent of wonderful elements to dive head first into with this Messed Up Movie.  Synopsyis: A boating a...

Today we head to curiously unsupervised camp in Marshmallow. We dissect the the film's use of nightmares to taint reality, the weaponization camp slasher tropes, if we like movies based around children, and the films wild twist ending. Marshmallow gives audiences a lot to chew on in this beautiful gem of a Messed Up Movie.  Synopsis: When a once-fabled campfire tale becomes real, a group of camper...

Today Griffey, Heath, Sophia and Sam venture back to the rage filled decade that began the millineum to draft some Messed Up 2000's Film Festivals. We discuss the anger brought on by the Torture P*rn emergence, the ghostly arrival of J-Horror remakes, and the return of classic horror titles as sleek, sexy and mean remakes.  You the audience can listen and see who's Film Festival you would all want...

Today we head to camp for one of the most shocking reveals in movie history in Sleepaway Camp. We discuss the inverted tropes this movie employs to feel unique among 80's slashers, the horrifying adult behavior in the camp, and of course that unforgettable final reveal.  Synopsis: Bunks and showers are a mad stabber's beat at a summer camp strictly for teens. Starring: Felissa Rose, Jonathan Tiers...

Today we go on a one way trip into the woods in Vulcanizadora. We unpack the hilarious hang at the start of the film, the brutal turning point scene, and how the movie spends the second half asking us some really tough questions. This Messed Up Movie is a true stylistic ride with a disarming simplicity that will stick with your for a long time after the credits end.  Synopsis: Two friends take a t...

Today Griffey, Heath, Sophia and Sam will enter the cinematic nightmares of a Horror Legend Wes Craven to create a film festival. We discuss Craven's creation of epic franchises like Scream and A Nightmare on Elm Street, his early hardcore phase including The Hills Have Eyes and The Last House on the Left, and some of his more bizarre tales like The People Under the Stairs and The Serpent and the...

Today the Alchemist druge up the skeletons...or almost victims of our previous drunken summer in I Know What You Did Last Summer. We discuss the Kevin Williamson universe, gathering all the hottest young actors to cover the most convuluted mysteries, and the bizarre Fisherman's mission. This is a mix of braindead, sexy, nostalgia that has stood the test of time with us to become a classic Summer M...

Today we face the dark underbelly of our Dad's religious village in The Severed Sun. We discuss how the movie blends personal demons with real ones, the lies we hide in our societal structures, and the way family can become fodder to a self righteous mission. This is an excellent little Messed Up gem, so snuggle up with your favorite demonic forces and enjoy this show!  Synopsis: Magpie lives in a...

Today Griffey, Heath, Sophia and Sam discuss what we love about the blood soaked king of horror monsters...THE VAMPIRE! We discuss the early roots of the undead portrayal from Bela Lugosi to Max Schreck, more modern youthful vampire like the Lost Boys and Twilight, to box office juggernauts that you can't kill like Sinners and Interview with the Vampire. It was such a fun time to sink our fangs de...