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Morally Offensive

Morally Offensive
Catholic Church
Giallo
Brian De Palma
Black Narcissus
The Little Hours
John Waters
Jesus Christ Superstar
Pornography
Alice Sweet Alice
Black Christmas
Midnight Cowboy
Cinematography
Killer Nun
A Clockwork Orange
Benedetta (2021)
Pink Flamingos
Russ Meyer
Caligula
The Omen (franchise)
The Devils (1971)

Morally Offensive is a weekly film podcast about the movies the Catholic Church tried to warn you about. We revisit films “Condemned” by the Legion of Decency, unpacking the outrage, the censorship, and the cultural shifts behind them.

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In Part Two of our discussion of The Eyes of Laura Mars (1978), Bill and Kevin are joined by Ben Schneider from Reel Beans Podcast, and finally get into the movie itself. As part of the continuing American Giallo series, they walk through the plot, d... more

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Bill and Kevin are back with another installment in the American Giallo series, and this time we’re staring directly into The Eyes of Laura Mars (1978) with Ben Schneider from Reel Beans Podcast. In Part One, the guys dig through the Catholic reviews... more

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Since the Spooky Season is upon us, and we've gained a LOT of new listeners over the summer, we decided to restore one of our best early episodes, which unfortunately experienced technical difficulties during the recording process. Our Exorcist episo... more

Bill and Jess continue their American Giallo series with Cisco Scartozzi for the second half of Brian De Palma’s Body Double (1984). Once again, Cisco is playing defense for De Palma, and Jess is dissecting some of the less savory subtexts within his... more

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Ben Schneider
Guest from Reel Beans Podcast
Reel Beans Podcast
Episode: The Eyes of Laura Mars (1978): Sex, "Twaddle", & One B.F. Dick | Part 1 (American Giallo)
Cisco Scartozzi
Co-host of Movie Buffs; guest on this episode
Movie Buffs
Episode: Body Double (1984): Makes You Hot, Doesn't It? | Part One (American Giallo)
Janecka Deer
Scream Queen Podcaster
Scream Queen Podcaster / Independent
Episode: Alice Sweet Alice (1976): A Porno, An Excommunication, and a First Communion | Part One (American Giallo)
Ophelia Crane
Author of horror/fantasy novels; horror movie enthusiast with a YouTube channel; Trekkie
Independent author and content creator
Episode: Pretty Maids All in a Row (1971): Sexploitation Meets Star Trek | (American Giallo)
Ava Davis
Award-winning trans actress, filmmaker and writer based in Atlanta
Studio Vogue; Duchess of Atlanta; This Way Out (news anchor)
Episode: Dressed to Kill (1980): Catholics Condemning Sexism, Acting Sexist | Part 1 (American Giallo)
Michael Takach
Guest contributor, film writer and critic
Milwaukee Magazine / Our Lives (Madison-based work)
Episode: American Gigolo (1980): Paul Schrader's Naked Man in a Room | Part 2 (American Giallo)
Michail Takach
Journalist, writer and vice historian
On Milwaukee, Milwaukee Magazine, Our Lives Media
Episode: American Gigolo (1980): The Film that Announced the 80s | Part 1 (American Giallo)
Patrick Hanley
Guest speaker discussing the film
Independent writer and commenter mentioned on the show
Episode: Ms. 45 (1981): New York's Alright If You Like Saxophones (Part 2)
Tif Robinette
Author, screenwriter and film commentator
Hollywood Junkyard / tifrobinettewrites.com
Episode: The First Omen (2024) Part 1: The Anti-Christ Goes to the Disco (ft. Tif Robinette) | Filthy Habits

Hosts

Jess
Host with film/academic perspective, frequently guiding conversations and providing contextual analysis.
Bill
Host who introduces and guides discussion; frequent moderator with a focus on Catholic critique and cultural context.
Kevin
Co-host providing additional perspective and guest integration.
Stephanie
Co-host with editorial leadership and scene-setting insights.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Maybe worth a shot anyways

    Tuned in for 1 particular episode. I like the format, content and conceit. In that 1 episode, a host gave strong opinions repeatedly throughout the episode despite the fact that she only watched 13 minutes of the feature length film. That alone makes me consider her opinions as invalid, for that episode if not the series altogether.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    doubtingtomjr
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love it!

    One of the things that makes this show different is how the hosts bring their own religious backgrounds and experiences into the movies they cover. The conversations about faith, guilt, morality, and religion add a perspective you just don’t hear on most movie podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thehouse1826
    United States2 months ago
  • Unique!

    The hosts are passionate and knowledgeable. One knew the director of the film and shared her insights into it based on conversations. They use research to bolster their opinions, and running all this through how the capital C church saw these films at the time is just a delight!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ichabof33
    United States6 months ago
  • Love these guys

    I love this podcast, the reviewers are pretty good at staying on track and their insights are really interesting. It’s very easy listening and if I’ve got someone in the car with me and I don’t want to offend them, I can put this on and it’s a fun time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elyse_KL
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fellow Alumni

    So great to hear a fellow NMU alumni and movie buff! Listened to one episode and had a smile on my face the whole time. Bravo!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reelbeans
    United Statesa year ago

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Alice Sweet Alice (1976): When Rigid Catholic Devotion Becomes Psychosis | Part Two (American Giallo)
Q: What makes Alice Sweet Alice stand out as an American Giallo?
Its blending of intimate, everyday setting with a reveal that shifts the entire reading of the film, plus strong religious symbolism and a unique villain, set it apart as a distinctly American take on the genre.
Dressed to Kill (1980): Catholics Condemning Sexism, Acting Sexist | Part 1 (American Giallo)
Q: What is your initial take on the film when you watch it with a modern lens?
Ava notes that, while the film is technically stylish, its handling of trans representation and gender politics is deeply problematic, and the viewer should contextualize it historically rather than celebrate its flaws. The hosts acknowledge the film's craft but criticize the treatment of women and the reliance on shock over coherent storytelling.
X-Rated: Caligula: The Ultimate Cut (with Producer Thomas Negovan)
Q: How did the Ultimate Cut come together, and what was the philosophy behind restructuring it into three acts?
The team aimed to balance the original's spectacle with a coherent dramatic arc, letting Malcolm McDowell's Caligula evolve rather than explode onto the screen, and using restored and recontexted footage to stitch a more cohesive narrative.
Jesus Christ Superstar (1973) – Part 2: Rock Me, Sexy Jesus | Filthy Habits
Q: What made the production choose an abstract desert setting and non-traditional staging for the Last Supper and other key scenes?
The hosts explain that the abstract, desert framing and scaffolding allow the musical to focus on emotion and character dynamics rather than literal historical accuracy, creating a timeless, operatic feel that aligns with the music-driven storytelling.
Benedetta (2021) Part I: Vocation, Rejection, & Speaking in Tongues (ft. Veronica Novotny, Leave Laugh Love) | Filthy Habits
Q: Veronica, how do you connect Benedetta's experiences with your own background in Catholicism?
Veronica explains that Benedetta's visions and charisma resonate with her experiences in conservative Catholic communities, while also highlighting the tension between genuine belief and performative display, which informs her nuanced review of the film.

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7. Michail Takach
8. Patrick Hanley

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