
On a queer and neverending quest through the fantasy films of the 80s & 90s, and all the memories and feelings they conjure up. From animated adventures and sword and sorcery epics to magical romcoms and fairytale horror, we will journey through the big blockbusters and cult classics.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 58 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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A real horror show aimed at a younger audience, this very 80s Canadian kindertrauma classic opens a portal to Hell in the backyard - and demons both fun-size and massive are coming to disrupt the pizza party with disturbing visions of death! We're no... more
"Will you turn that bloody racket down?"
Time for some Girl Power! Who said anything about Space Ghettos? We celebrate the British pop phenomenon with a great big episode about their smash hit turned cult classic feature film Spiceworld and the Lync... more
We're crashing into our new season with an action-packed adaptation of Mary Norton's classic children's books.
Comparisons with the 1992 and 2011 TV versions and Studio Ghibli's 2010 anime The Secret World of Arrietty, the Trocadero Centre, post-wa... more
It's time for a Christmas VHS classic - the first instalment of the BBC's adaptation of The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis.
Thank you so much to all our guest contributors on this special episode: Richard, Daniel, Cullen, Sophie, Paul, Rob, and ... more
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I love hearing Callum and Michael’s beautiful voices explore deep cuts and classics alike. They have such great perspectives and a sitcom like dynamic. Feels like having a chat with friends. Also hot accents.
What a wonderful podcast with two great hosts. I really enjoy getting transported to some great movies from my childhood/teen years!! The guys really made me want to revisit some old favorites and explore some new shows as well. Always a great listen!!!
Your show is always a delight! I look forward to every new episode and I am enjoying your back catalogue immensely. Love your film selections🖤
I so appreciate the thoughtful analysis and background you two provide, broken up of course with effortless humor.
You two are the best! Thank you so much for sharing! ✨🌞✨
I look forward to every episode of this show dropping in my feed. Michael and Callum do such a gorgeous job of revisiting these classic films in a way that is funny, interesting, and very, very queer. I even love listening to them talk about films I’ve never (and might never) see!
Callum and Michael’s catalog of reviews reads like my childhood VHS collection. They don’t make fantasy movies like they did in the 80s and 90s anymore, and these two are honing in on the dreamy, ethereal, ooky spooky vibes we all got while sitting inches away from our TV sets. They hit the Nightmare Nail right on the head.
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The content largely revolves around the fantasy films of the 1980s and 1990s, with a focus on animated features, sword and sorcery stories, and romcoms that incorporate magical themes. The hosts discuss the cultural impact of these films and their nostalgic significance, often sharing personal anecdotes related to their childhood experiences with these classics. Unique to this content are its queer perspectives, analyzing how these films intersect with LGBTQ+ themes and representation. Additionally, listeners can expect discussions on both mainstream hits and cult favorites, enriched by the hosts' chemistry and humorous commentary, inviting a sense of community among fans of these beloved genres.
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