
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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Anything can happen on Halloween... Celebrating Once Upon A VHS icon Fairuza Balk, we have a special double-dunter!
First up, an addendum to last year's episode about our beloved Return to Oz. We saw the 40th anniversary screening of Return to Oz at... more
As you're pretty, so be wise - wolves may lurk in every guise...
Rachel Lydia Barker, film critic, video essayist and creator of the Girl on Film YouTube channel joins us in straying from the path to discuss a truly wild film. It's not just a dark a... more
With Michael lost in the woods, Callum calls upon returning guest co-hosts Pete and Scott from the fabulous Movies That Made Us Gay podcast to dive into discussion, dissection and dissemination of the Cannon Films "package" of fairy tale films, focus... more
Witches of England... you are a disgrace!
Robert Berg, writer and copy editorial director of Bona Books, a queer press specialising in fantasy, science fiction and horror, joins us to peel back the layers of weirdness with this unsettling adaptation... more
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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.
Been getting nothing but hit after hit of recommendations based off eps of ‘Movies That Made Us Gay’ and ‘The Lady Killers’.
This by far my favourite of the 6 I’ve tried out: fantastic to hear fellow Scottish queer folks talk about Nightbreed and Conan The Barbarian
Had a blast going down memory lane with this pod. I mean they had me thinking about movies I haven’t thought of in years. For all you fellow Gen X or Xennials out there this is definitely a must listen. Can’t wait to see what they do next. Great chemistry, fun guests (looking at you Doom Generation) and amazing topics. - Danielle
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Exploring the fantasy films of the 80s and 90s, the episodes evoke nostalgia while unpacking memories associated with these cinematic classics. The discussions range from animated adventures and sword-and-sorcery epics to magical romantic comedies and fairy tale horrors, reflecting on both blockbusters and cult favorites. The hosts often incorporate their personal connections to these films, discussing themes of identity, nostalgia, and queer representation, which adds a vibrant and inclusive spirit to the overall journey through this beloved era of film. Listeners can expect a thought-provoking yet humorous exploration that resonates deeply with those who grew up during this time.
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