The Cultworthy Cinema Podcast

This week my friend Mario DeAngelis of SALTY HORROR PRODUCTIONS joins me to discuss more "Twisted Cinema" classics! This episode is dedicated to the 1991 film, THE DARK BACKWARD. It’s the world inside out. A man pursues stand-up comedy encouraged by his fellow garbage man. Though his friend, who accompanies him on accordion, continues to tell him how great he is, he actually stinks. When the “come...

This week I am joined by my pal Mario DeAngelis of Salty Horror Productions to discuss the dark and twisted film - FREEWAY. Following the arrest of her mother, Ramona (Amanda Plummer), young Vanessa Lutz (Reese Witherspoon) decides to go in search of her estranged grandmother. On the way, she is given a ride by school counselor Bob Wolverton (Kiefer Sutherland). During the journey, Lutz begins to...

This week I am pleased to have THE PODCAST THAT WOULDN'T DIE back on the show! We cover the 1995 cult favorite - CONGO! Scientist Karen Ross (Laura Linney) is sent by her father-in-law, mogul R.B. Travis (Joe Don Baker), to the Congo to determine the whereabouts of his son's missing diamond-hunting team. Led by expert guide Kelly (Ernie Hudson), Ross and a mismatched search party -- including prim...

This week I am joined by my good friend Josh Skaar of TALKING SMAC PODCAST to discuss ten years of movies - covering the second decade of our lives! From The Mummy to Eyes Wide Shut - we tell you what and why these movies changed our lives! Sign up for Zencaster TODAY! https://zen.ai/Ax2lLiOypAMyn_rp4eoKemgLq-YYFcUzPdCT19xZh1E OFFER CODES: cultworthy Visit thecultworthy.com Cultworthy LETTERBOXD:...

This episode I am joined by my good friend Dan of GamingViewsPod ! We have a "pitch meeting" - where we each bring 5 ideas for films based off of RETRO VIDEO GAMES! From THE OREGON TRAIL to OUT RUN - we pitch some of our favorites, so LISTEN UP HOLLYWOOD! Sign up for Zencaster TODAY! https://zen.ai/Ax2lLiOypAMyn_rp4eoKemgLq-YYFcUzPdCT19xZh1E OFFER CODES: cultworthy Visit thecultworthy.com Cultwort...

This week I am joined by Jesse Krempel of THE CULT CINEMA CIRCLE PODCAST. Now that we have gotten through Valentine's Day - we discuss some of our favorite Romantic Comedies that need to be in your roster next Year. From MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING to HAROLD AND MAUDE - there's a lot of variety here! Sign up for Zencaster TODAY! https://zen.ai/Ax2lLiOypAMyn_rp4eoKemgLq-YYFcUzPdCT19xZh1E OFFER CODES:...

This week I am honored to have JEN JOHANS of the WATCH WITH JEN PODAST on the show! We each take turns "programming" a Valentine's Day Triple Feature - bringing three "love films" to the table. Jen Brings: HAPPY ACCIDENTS (2000) THE MORE THE MERRIER (1943) THE KILLER (1989) Antonio Brings: FROM NOON TIL THREE (1976) MIDNIGHT (1939) HIS MOTORBIKE, HER ISLAND (1986) What would your triple feature be...

Special Guest Jesse Wroe - programmer for Brewvies Cinema Pub's FILM BUFF series is back to discuss our top 5 discoveries of 2025! My List: Loot - 1970 See You in Hell My Darling - 1999 Highway 61 - 1991 End Play - 1976 Yokohama BJ Blues - 1981 Jesse's List: Love on Delivery - 1994 Confessions - 2010 Supervixens - 1975 The Heartbreak Kid - 1972 Stroszek - 1977 Enjoy - Let us know what you think of...

In this special episode I review a sneak preview of Creator VC's IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS: 1995-1999! This 6 hour documentary covers one of my favorite eras in horror - the "META" era of the late 90's brought to life by the SCREAM franchise. It also dives deep into the fantastic creature features such as DEEP RISING and ANACONDA - as well as the franchise building horror romps like FROM DUSK TIL DAWN...

This week we bring back a holiday favorite! My Christmas Special recorded last year with Scott of THE CHURCH OF TARANTINO PODCAST ! We take turns gifting each other items from the Tarantino Cinematic Universe - From Mason Jar Margaritas to Pussy Wagons - Check out what we have on the list! Subscribe today! Sign up for Zencaster TODAY! https://zen.ai/Ax2lLiOypAMyn_rp4eoKemgLq-YYFcUzPdCT19xZh1E OFFE...

This week we cave to the system and talk about the infamous list of Quentin Tarantino's top 20 films of the 21st century. Yeah - we know we're not the only ones doing it- but we want that trending SEO!! Hear me and my pal Steven Hayes discuss our thoughts on the list and what swaps we would make in this very special episode. SUBSCRIBE TODAY! Sign up for Zencaster TODAY! https://zen.ai/Ax2lLiOypAMy...

This week I welcome back my favorite ladies - Nicole and Tessa of THE DOOM GENERATION PODCAST! We cover the 1992 cult classic - STAY TUNED, directed by Peter Hyams. Salesman Roy Knable (John Ritter) spends all his free time watching television, to the exasperation of his wife, Helen (Pam Dawber). One day, TV salesman Spike (Jeffrey Jones) convinces Roy to buy a satellite dish offering 666 channels...

This week I am happy to have author and podcaster HB WALSH on the show! We discuss our favorite sequels and why we love them. Are any of yours on the list?? Feel free to leave us some of yours in the comments and review section! Check out the episode and subscribe today! Sign up for Zencaster TODAY! https://zen.ai/Ax2lLiOypAMyn_rp4eoKemgLq-YYFcUzPdCT19xZh1E OFFER CODES: cultworthy Visit thecultwor...

This week I am joined by Neal Damiano of the RETRO FILM PODCAST to discuss a double feature of JUDGEMENT NIGHT (1993) and FINAL JEOPARDY (1985) - both films about taking a wrong turn to the wrong side of town - and having to survive the night! Check out the episode and subscribe today! Sign up for Zencaster TODAY! https://zen.ai/Ax2lLiOypAMyn_rp4eoKemgLq-YYFcUzPdCT19xZh1E OFFER CODES: cultworthy V...

This week I am joined This week I am joined by ERIK CLAPP of @cinemaforce1 !! We are taking a look back at the 1994 cult comedy CABIN BOY. A spoiled rich kid has plans for a Hawaiian cruise. But when they backfire, he winds up lost at sea and taken advantage of by a gang of salty old sailors who are only too willing to give the snooty guy his comeuppance! Directed by Adam Resnick and starring Chri...

This week I am joined by my friend Frank of THE REELS OF CINEMA PODCAST to discuss a double feature of "Brain Jacked" films - BRAINSTORM and STRANGE DAYS! We discuss the uniqueness of the films, but also the parallels. Could they exist in the same universe?? Listen and find out! Subscribe today! Sign up for Zencaster TODAY! https://zen.ai/Ax2lLiOypAMyn_rp4eoKemgLq-YYFcUzPdCT19xZh1E OFFER CODES: cu...

ITS THE 4TH ANNUAL HIGH SCHOOL ROYALE!! Every year my guest Justin Henson - Host of THE MOVIE WIRE and co-host of my other podcast, BACK 2 THE BALCONY - returns to THE CULTWORTHY to face off in the High School Royale! We each pick two high school films and pit them against each other to see which on reigns supreme!! This week - we see DANGEROUSLY CLOSE (1986) go up against ENCINO MAN (1992). CHOOS...

ITS THE 4TH ANNUAL HIGH SCHOOL ROYALE!! Every year my guest Justin Henson - Host of THE MOVIE WIRE and co-host of my other podcast, BACK 2 THE BALCONY - returns to THE CULTWORTHY to face off in the High School Royale! We each pick two high school films and pit them against each other to see which on reigns supreme!! This week - we see THE PRINCIPAL (1987) go up against TUFF TURF (1985). CHOOSE YOU...

This week I am joined by Scott of THE CHURCH OF TARANTINO PODCAST. We share our 10 favorite cinema ASSASSINS. From Leon the Professional to Golgo 13 - we rate our favorite assassins based on Skill, Style and Sex Appeal. Did your favorite hitmen make the list? Subscribe today and find out! Sign up for Zencaster TODAY! https://zen.ai/Ax2lLiOypAMyn_rp4eoKemgLq-YYFcUzPdCT19xZh1E OFFER CODES: cultworth...

This week I am joined by Mark of @releasedaterewind !! We discuss a double feature of SUMMER CAMP FILMS - consisting of HEAVYWEIGHTS (1995) and LITTLE DARLINGS (1980) Enjoy this conversation about inclusion, peer pressure, and overcoming adversity - all while soaking up the sun and taking part in the time honored tradition of the camp food fight! Sign up for Zencaster TODAY! https://zen.ai/Ax2lLiO...

This week I am joined by @oldmanbradpod to discuss two films that we dug out from eachother's LETTERBOXD wtachlist! Brad chose THE SECT (1991) directed Michele Soavi from mine - I chose Saul Bass' film PHASE IV (1974) from his! Hear us discuss our love of horror films and podcasting before we dissect these two first time watches! Subscribe today! Sign up for Zencaster TODAY! https://zen.ai/Ax2lLiO...

This week we have a very special guest! Craig Macneil of CRAIG AND FRIENDS PODCAST joins me for a conversation about "political messages" in films - subtle or not. From Star Wars to All the President's Men to ROBOCOP - some films are prophetic, while others are just showing us what we should already know. Thanks CRAIG for joining me in this conversation! Subscribe today! Sign up for Zencaster TODA...

This week I am joined by my good friend Josh Skaar of TALKING SMAC PODCAST. We name our favorite films of the years we've been alive - starting with the first ten years! What are some of your favorite picks? Check it out! Subscribe today! Sign up for Zencaster TODAY! https://zen.ai/Ax2lLiOypAMyn_rp4eoKemgLq-YYFcUzPdCT19xZh1E OFFER CODES: cultworthy Visit thecultworthy.com Cultworthy LETTERBOXD: ht...

This week I am joined by Scott and Frankie of the long running SHOOT THE FLICK PODCAST. They return to the show to discuss the love/hate relationship 90's babies have with YOUNG GUNS 2. Is it the superior sequel?? En route to Mexico from the United States, Billy the Kid (Emilio Estevez) and his associates are pursued by federal agents hell-bent on bringing them to justice. But when Billy, Doc (Kie...

This week I am joined by author JOHN DiLEO - known for such books as AND YOU THOUGHT YOU KNEW CLASSIC MOVIES (1999, reissued in 2013), 100 GREAT FILM PERFORMANCES YOU SHOULD REMEMBER BUT PROBABLY DON'T (2002), SCREEN SAVERS: 40 REMARKABLE MOVIES AWAITING REDISCOVERY (2007), TENNESSEE WILLIAMS AND COMPANY: HIS ESSENTIAL SCREEN ACTORS (2010), SCREEN SAVERS II: MY GRAB BAG OF CLASSIC MOVIES (2012), T...