Why did Joker: Folie à Deux fail so hard critically and commercially? In this episode of The Cinema Psycho Show, Brian and John dive into the highly anticipated yet widely panned 'Joker: Folie à Deux.' We explore why the movie failed both critically and commercially despite its ambitious approach. The discussion reveals that the root cause might lie in the unrealistic expectations set by fans and the marketing strategies of Warner Bros. Join us as we discuss whether the sequel was a...

Poltergeist (1982) is the Steven Spielberg produced and Tobe Hooper directed haunted house movie that shows how the horror genre can hit multiple layers of social commentary and still deliver chilling terror without being viewed as "preachy". From commenting on Manifest Destiny, The American Dream, Reagan's America and White Flight, there is a literal cornucopia of meaning that you can find in this film. However, none of that has ever translated over to the sequels (Poltergeist 2 and...

Who is YOUR Favorite Movie Devil? This week we are breaking down our picks for the best version of the ultimate evil as portrayed on celluloid. Movie devils come in all shapes and sizes from suave lawyers like Al Pacino in The Devil's Advocate, comedic entires like Bedazzled, or even as devilish children like in Rosemary's Baby, The Omen, or The Exorcist. But what make a good devil movie and how has this villain changed over the past 100 years? We Want Your Feedback Help us shape the future...

Anthology Horror Movies were a genre staple in the 70's, 80's, and 90's but they've kinda fallen out of fashion; so what happened? This week we are joined by special guest, Rusty Cundieff, the Director of one of the best anthology horror films, 1995's Tales From The Hood, to discuss what makes a good horror anthology. How important is the wrap around story and the role of the storyteller? And of course we've got our picks for favorite horror anthologies just in time for Halloween. Recorded...

Lon Chaney Sr. brought us more than just The Phantom or The Hunchback in his silent films, he brought Horror to America and became an icon. This week we are joined by Lon Chaney aficionado and friend of the podcast, @anastasiaelfman who joins our discussion about The Man of A Thousand Faces including looking into his life and legacy as a pioneering figure in the world of horror and special effects makeup. In the LA Area? Watch The Special 99th Anniversary Screening of Lon Chaney's The...

Despite coming out 30 years ago, The Crow (1994) still manages to beat it's 2024 remake into a bloody undead pulp. This week, we are taking a look at these two films and trying to figure out not only why Brandon Lee's classic portrayal of Eric Draven is so beloved and has stood the test of time, but why this remake that, arguably was setup for failure, even made it to the big screen. So grab your favorite trench coat and black and white face paint, because we are entering the sad goth world...

Is Megalopolis on track to be a massive flop? Or is it destined to be the greatest cult classic ever made? This week, we got a chance to see the one night only advance IMAX screening of Francis Ford Coppola's 40 year Magnum Opus, Megalopolis. This film stars such big names as Adam Driver, Giancarlo Esposito, Aubrey Plaza, Dustin Hoffman and many many many more. This movie left us with some serious serious questions about the future of cinema. For instance, was this movie made for an...

Is Beetlejuice Beetlejuice bad or would it work better as a tv show on Netflix rather than an overstuffed film? The long awaited sequel to Beetlejuice is out now and as massive fans of the original we went in conflicted. Would this legacy sequel bringing back the likes of Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara, and Tim Burton fulfill the promise of the original or would it just be another Nostalgia cash grab? Truth be told, its a bit of both. We Want Your Feedback Help us shape the...

Beetlejuice is on the minds of everyone with the legacy sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice killing it at the box office.  But the question has to be asked, What is it about this quirky horror comedy about a recently deceased couple trying to scare the living from their home and making the mistake of enlisting the help of a certain bio exoricst with a penchant for murder and whore houses that has truly capture the imagination of a generation?  To answer this and many more questions, we've...

What happens when The Terminator tries to go goofy, and sentimental...you get Junior. Junior from 1994 is a movie that must have been designed by commitee and with a photoshopped version of the poster first. This Ivan Reitman comedy about a mad scientist testing experimental fertility drugs on himself falls short. Is it the lack of comedic characters? The plain wrong ethics at play? or simply the nightmare fuel scene of Arnold Schwarzenegger's CGI face on an infant. Take your pick, there are...

WHAT'S THE NUMBER ONE GAME SHOW IN THE WHOLE WORLD!?!?! THE RUNNING MAN!!! This week we are trading "Choppas" and Predators for spandex and a dystopian future with the host of Family Feud at the center of it. We are talking about the 1987 cult classic THE RUNNING MAN! A movie that truly is peak Arnold Schwarzenegger in all his 80's cheese! One Liners...GOT IT! Ridiculous villains with insane gimmicks?...GOT IT! Social commentary wrapped in an action film?...GOT IT. Jesse "The Body...

GET TO THE CHOPPA Movie Fans!! We're kicking off Arnold Month with a deep dive into the 1987 classic Predator. Is it just another macho, testosterone-fueled action flick, or is there something deeper beneath the surface? We're unpacking the layers of subversive critique hidden within this so-called "toxic, masculine" film. From Arnold Schwarzenegger's mercenary with a heart of gold to the film's surprising commentary on 1980s political ideology, there's more to Predator than meets the eye....

Deadpool and Wolverine are teaming up, but can their R-rated antics save the MCU? In this episode, we dive into the highly anticipated Deadpool and Wolverine movie, Marvel's first hard R film since acquiring Fox. We'll explore the film's bold direction, its impact on the MCU, and whether Marvel has finally hit made a turn for the better by embracing this unlikely team up. SPOILERS AHEAD!!! Get 20% OFF Manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CINEMA20 at https://manscaped.com (affiliate...

What are your top 5 summer movies?!?! Join us for a nostalgic journey through our top 5 summer movies that shaped our childhoods. From The Sandlot to Jaws, we dive into why these films captured the essence of summer. But there's a twist - we explore how changing technology and social norms might be making these classic summer movie experiences extinct. Are summer films as we knew them dying out? Discover our picks, share your own favorites, and join the debate on the future of summer...

Is Ti West's "Maxxxine" truly the bloodiest love letter to 80s horror? This week, we are time-traveling back to 1985 to review the final installment of his X trilogy. In this episode, we'll discuss the film's over-the-top 80s aesthetics, its anti-religious themes, and standout performances from Mia Goth, Giancarlo Esposito, and Kevin Bacon. As well as answer the question, does this movie live up to the hype of movies like X and Pearl? Or is Maxxxine simply style over substance? Get 20% OFF...

Has Neil Breen finally hit rock bottom as a filmmaker to deliver his worst film ever: CADE: the tortured crossing? This week, we are plunging headfirst into Neil Breen's latest cinematic catastrophe. Brace yourself for a wild ride through incomprehensible plots, CGI tigers that turn into animorphs, and inexplicable Bollywood dance numbers in dilapidated mental hospitals. Is this Breen's magnum opus of incompetence? Has he finally out-Breened himself? And seriously, what's with all the green...

Stone Cold Steve Austin stunned in WWE, but did Hollywood leave him out in the cold? This week, Brian and John dive into the direct-to-DVD filmography of WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. From "The Condemned" to "Maximum Conviction", we break down Austin's transition from wrestling superstar to action movie tough guy. Austin literally was the biggest WWE star during the Attitude Era, but was he a victim of his own success when he tried knocking on Hollywood's door? How come former WWE...

Happy Fourth of July folks. What better way to deal with the existential dread of current US politics than to escape to the movies! This week we are diving into the over-the-top world of National Treasure! we are breaking down Nicolas Cage's quest to steal the Declaration of Independence, decipher Ben Franklin's magic glasses, and find America's greatest treasure....that was stolen from other cultures throughout history (womp womp). We discuss the movie's wild plot twists, historical...

In this bonus episode from our time at last year's Eerie Horror Fest, we are joined by self-proclaimed "horror goblin" Alyssa Woke Kennedy, the festival's social media manager and host of the Eerie Horror Cast podcast. Discover the challenges and joys of promoting a horror festival, the art of horror podcasting, and the diverse world of scary cinema. From classic films to modern streaming series, this episode covers it all. Plus, hear about dream podcast guests and the unique perspective of...

Get ready to dive into the wild world of werewolves, corporate drama, and top-notch acting? Join us as we dissect the 1994 cult classic "Wolf" directed by Mike Nichols, starring Jack Nicholson, Michelle Pfeiffer, and James Spader. We explore the burning questions: Can Jack Nicholson's Will Randall handle his wolfy transformation while navigating office politics? Will Michelle Pfeiffer's Laura Alden embrace her inner wolf? And why did James Spader's Stewart Swinton have to be such a...

Is Stepfather 3 (1992) The Worst Direct-to-TV Horror Film? It's Father's Day and this week we are dissecting the final entry into the original Step Father franchise with the low-budget horror sequel directed by Guy Magar, starring Priscilla Barnes and Robert Whitman doing his best Terry O'Quinn impression as he slips into the shoes of the murderous Step Father. This time he's back to get that perfect family he won't kill but "standing in his way" is his new paraplegic step son Andy (bound to...

Join us as we dive deep into the many facets of the much-anticipated yet highly controversial "Madame Web" movie, directed by S.J. Clarkson and starring Dakota Johnson and Sydney Sweeney. From character inconsistencies to underlying industry sexism, we've got it all covered! 🚀 🔍 Episode Breakdown: Madame Web: Worst Superhero Movie Yet? We compare "Madame Web" to older, lackluster superhero movies. Is it truly the worst superhero film we've seen? Find out as we dissect its many shortcomings,...

Is Howard The Duck Really THAT Terrible? The George Lucas produced film (you know the Star Wars one) has the distinction of not only kick starting the cinematic voyage of Marvel Films, but also having the reputation of being one of the weirdest and just down right terrible films to come out of the 1980's. Starring Lea Thompson, fresh off of Back to The Future, Jeffery Jones, Tim Robbins (The Academy Award Winner), and Chip Zien as the voice of Howard; this movie just begs the question" How in...

The Birds (1963) just might be Alfred Hitchcock's most terrifying film. This film follows wealthy socialite and practical joker, Melanie Daniels (Tippi Hedren) as she ends up in the sleepy seaside town of Bodega Bay on pursuit of a new boyfriend, Mitch Brenner (Rod Taylor) only to be caught in a freak bird attack that turns Bodega Bay into a hellscape.  Get 20% OFF Manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CINEMA20 at https://manscaped.com (affiliate link) Find The Cinema Psychos Show on...