The Queer Quadrant

Jordan and Brooke are joined by writer Valerie Faye to discuss 1980's erotic slasher. Is De Palma king of the "go to horny jail" kingdom? How does this villain's on-screen portrayal read today? (Spoiler alert: very complicated). And how much do we loveeee all of Nancy Allen's outfits? Follow us on Twitter! Follow Valerie on Twitter! And find "We Need to Talk About Kev...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by past guest and writer Reyna Cervantes (Fangoria, Bloody Disgusting) to discuss 2018's unforgettable horror. They dive into Ari Aster's themes of gender, family, and religion, memorable horror trailers, some Academy inside baseball, and a truly iconic story from Reyna about her first viewing of this film. Follow us on Twitter! Follow Reyna on Twitter!

Jordan and Brooke are joined by past guest and friend of the pod Arden Jurskis to discuss 2004's extremely progressive (and extremely violent) gender-based slasher. Listen in as Brooke geeks out over "Bound" references, Jordan comes to terms with his fear of Chucky dolls, and Arden gives their manifesto on the enduring queerness of this franchise. Also, Chucky tramp stamp incoming?...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by comedian Avery Edison to discuss 1991's seminal horror. They talk the complicated legacy of this film and how it affected future on-screen representation, attempt some Dr. Lecter impressions, and prove (once again) why NBC Hannibal is the best show to ever grace our airwaves. Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.com/QueerQuadrant Follow Avery! https://twitter....

On the weekend of its release, Jordan and Brooke let the symbiotes in and discuss this actually amazing sequel – including Tom Hardy's "story by" credit, Woddy Harrelson's hair choices, favorite breakup movies, and Venom's coming out party (no, really). Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.com/QueerQuadrant  

Jordan and Brooke dig into the greatest romantic comedy of our time, a story of worlds colliding, of enemies to lovers...they're talking, of course, about 2018's "Venom!" They discuss the wild fandom that's sprung up around this movie, Tom Hardy's total commitment, Venom's history on-screen (certified queer icon?), and some "Best Kiss" selects from the...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by Sloane Steele and Zach Mellen (Mummy Dearest) to discuss 1997's satirical cult classic. This episode has everything: plenty of Verhoeven praise, analysis of military propaganda, co-ed shower scene thirst, and a riveting discussion on bug slime. Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.com/QueerQuadrant Follow Mummy Dearest! https://instagram.com/mummydearestpodcas...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by Emma Stefansky (Thrillist) to discuss 2010's dream heist! They dig into the rich tradition of fan fiction (which Jordan will be converted to one day), what they'd use for a dream totem, the beauty of practical effects, and why Tom Hardy might actually be too sexy to lead a film. Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.com/QueerQuadrant Follow Emma! https://t...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by Rachel LaBonte (ScreenRant) to discuss 2014's awards-y biopic. How deranged were the 2015 Oscars? Did the Cumberbitches (Cumberbatch fans) turn out for this film? What is the definitive best Keira Knightley roles? And will Brooke ever get through an episode without invoking Tumblr? Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.com/QueerQuadrant Follow Rachel! https://s...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by director and film critic Noah Levine to discuss 1987's cult classic. There's a lot to cover, including the breakdown of the American nuclear family, leather and earring politics, Chinese food, and what monster is actually, historically, the sexiest. Plus, the politics of glittery vampires...is there plagiarism at play? Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by culture writer Marya E. Gates to discuss 1959's game-changing Biblical epic (in which the Bible is like...a C plot?). They talk cast! Budget! Epic production! As well as some super shady drama including screenwriter Gore Vidal reading Charlton Heston for filth in the press, obvious gay subtext that miraculously flew under the ratings radar, and one truly insane...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by film writer Iana Murray to discuss 2010's masterclass in filmmaking, "The Social Network!" They unpack how this is secretly one of our best break-up movies, how great it is when talented people make films together, 2011 Oscars highs and lows, Andrew Garfield love, and the career of Jessica Chastain (for some reason). Follow us on Twitter! https://twit...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by entertainment writer Carrie Wittmer to discuss 2000's girlboss extravaganza. How did this movie achieve queer classic status? Does McG actually understand what camp is? What is up with everything about Crispin Glover? And when are we getting the Cameron Diaz renaissance? Follow us on Twitter ! https://twitter.com/QueerQuadra nt Follow Carri e! https://twitter.c...

Jordan and Brooke kick off August with friend of the pod Emily Kramer to discuss 2006's auteur masterpiece, "High School Musical 2." Discover why this film is such a touchstone for queer 2000s kids, the politics of dancing (and baseball), Zac Efron's wild career choices, hat rankings, and why this entire series should really be in the Criterion Collection. Follow us on Twitter...

Jordan and Brooke celebrate one whole year (!!!) of the podcast with 2010's horror classic (and Brooke's favorite movie of all time). They talk Portman! Aronofsky! Libatique! Kunis! As well as traumatic movie going experiences, sexual awakenings, horror in awards season, and a one year retrospective for all the lovely listeners <3 Follow us on Twitter ! https://twitter.com/QueerQuadra...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by sibling of the pod Abbe Blatchford to discuss 1953's fabulous movie musical. They chat the film's sneaky bisexual themes, Howard Hawks' legendary career, and absolute fashion serves. Also, Abbe exposes Jordan for some old film opinions, and Brooke unsuccessfully tries to push the Gilmore Girls agenda. Follow us on Twitter ! https://twitter.com/QueerQu...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by Trevor Howell (The Old Kids Movies) to discuss 2017's superhero film and 90 minute advertisement that is actually...a masterpiece? Marvel at just how much Batman/Joker content makes it on-screen, rom-com undertones, Batfamily wholesomeness, and the IP craze done right for once. Plus there's a tangent on "A Master Builder," because of course there...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by writer Brianna Zigler to discuss 2007's hyper masc, hyper CGI, blockbuster extravaganza. How is one film simultaneously so gay and so homophobic? What's up with all the narration? Is Lena Headey just cosplaying Keira Knightly in this? And how do we get our hands on Zack Snyder's supposed secret Alexander the Great script? Follow us on Twitter! https:/...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by Scott Wampler and Eric Vespe (The Kingcast) to discuss 1986's coming of age classic. They dive into the crushing nature of childhood nostalgia, the days when you could actually go outside, very close "friendships," Bryan Fuller, HBO programming, and the merits of mailbox baseball. Follow us on Twitter ! https://twitter.com/QueerQuadra nt Follow The Ki...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by writer and critic Ella Kemp to discuss 2020's underseen (but incredible!) true story of corruption. They discuss the festival circuit and distribution model for this film, what makes a stellar adapted screenplay, centering nuanced queer characters, dope needle drops, and personal favorite pastrami sandwiches. Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.com/QueerQuadr...

It's a mega-sized ep for a mega-sized movie as Jordan and Brooke are joined by filmmaker Patrick Willems to discuss Michael Mann's 1995 cops and robbers epic. There's a deep bench of character actors, a thesis on the aching loneliness of LA, and an argument that this movie is secretly a gay rom-com (Letterboxd agrees). Plus tangents on everything from Shane Black vehicles, to camera...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by Jordan Crucchiola (Disaster Girls, Aughtsterion, A Simple Podcast) to discuss 2000's seminal teen hit. They cheer, win, do some spirit fingers, and discuss the marginalized voices highlighted by this film as well as the deep cultural context of 1990s and 2000s politics...all in just two hours! Other topics include: Peyton Reed's varied career, cultural app...

Jordan and Brooke are joined by Reyna Cervantes and Kaila Ren (Horror in Session) to discuss 2000's scorching satire on classism and toxic masculinity. But is Patrick Bateman critical of others, or really just himself? What did early castings for this movie look like? Who really has the best business card? And is it ACTUALLY hip to be square?  Follow us on Twitt er! https://twitter.com/QueerQ...

The pod dives into 2007's jam-packed, stylized actioner this week in a quick little episode that's really more about "The Favourite," politics of the 2017 Oscars, Janelle Monae's film career, and what this movie might be like in all five senses. Also, lesbian assassins? We have to stan! Follow us on Twitter ! https://twitter.com/QueerQuadra nt 

Jordan and Brooke are joined by guest Derek Aiello to discuss 2004's sword and sandals epic that has the AUDACITY to make Achilles straight. They talk swordfights, bad dye jobs, recent romantic interpretations of the Iliad, and glaring historical inaccuracies – along with favorite Greek heroes, love for the short-lived series "Young Hercules," and an ill-advised Trojan Horse bit. Fo...