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Messed Up Movies

A podcast celebrating movies and filmmakers that embrace the unhinged, the insane, the outrageous, the off-kilter and all around kind of MESSED UP fun that you can"t take your eyes off of.

tv & film film reviews

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01:02:36

The Loved Ones with Dooley

Messed Up Movies ·

2025/11/26

Today we are joined by our friend Dooley to attend a nightmare prom in The Loved Ones. We discuss the films deprave highschool dance scenes, the use of the horror of highschool to make this insane flick more relatable, and the layers of the sinister Lola. I remember being scared of school dances, but nothing like this Messed Up jam. Synopsis: When Brent turns down his classmate Lola's invitation to the prom, she concocts a wildly violent plan for revenge. Starring: Xavier Samuel, Robin McLeavy,

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01:08:37

Bugonia

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2025/11/24

Today on New Movie Monday we are falling into the rabbit hole with Bugonia. We discuss the film's disturbing vison of today's world, the movies insane narrative journey, and what we think was really happening with the ending of this film. This movie may capture the existental dread of the current moment in history better than any movie we've seen. Join us for this Messed Up gem. Synopsis: Two conspiracy-obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an

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51:06

The Platform

Messed Up Movies ·

2025/11/19

Today we climb and descend upon The Platform. We discuss the financial metaphor of the Vertical Self Management System, the ethical dillema's we the audience face one each floor of our journey, and the various cell mates along the way. This is an on the nose metaphor that punches us in the guts, making it a Messed Up must. Synopsis: In a prison where inmates are fed on a descending platform, those on the upper levels take more than their fair share while those below are left to starve on scraps and

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01:24:46

Keeper

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2025/11/17

On this New Movie Monday we work through a long and messy realationship in Keeper. We unpack Osgood Perkins directing journey, the movies mixed metaphors, and the meanings behing the monsters that emerge throughout the tale. This Messed Up Movie offers a lot to chew on and debate about, so join us in the epic unraveling! Synopsis: A romantic anniversary trip to a secluded cabin turns sinister when a dark presence reveals itself, forcing a couple to confront the property's haunting past. Starring:

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51:55

Spirited Away

Messed Up Movies ·

2025/11/13

Today we cross the threshold into a buffet of magic in Spirited Away. We discuss the elements that make Studio Ghibli movies feel grander than just a film, the weaving of magic onto of our everday realities, and our favorite characters in the bath house of madness. This is a moving tale, but don't be fooled, it's definitely a Messed Up Movie. Synopsis: During her family's move to the suburbs, a sullen 10-year-old girl wanders into a world ruled by gods, witches and spirits, and where humans are

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01:03:25

Frankenstein (2025)

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2025/11/10

On this New Movie Monday we build yet another body in Frankenstein (2025). We discuss how this adaptation leaves it's own mark on one. of the most retold tales of all time, how Victor and his Monster's stories change how we view each character, and the world building which del Toro is famous for. Synopsis: Dr. Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but egotistical scientist, brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic

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51:09

Titane

Messed Up Movies ·

2025/11/05

Today we press the Messed Up pedal to the metal in Titane. We discuss the films myriad of wild plots, the symbolic meanings behind the twisted metal flesh, and the broken people locked in one of the most interesting behavioral chess match in movie history. Synopsis: Following a series of unexplained crimes, a father is reunited with the son who has been missing for ten years. Starring: Vincent Lindon, Agathe Rousselle, Garance Marillier Directed by Julia Ducournau Youtube:

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45:35

Shelby Oaks

Messed Up Movies ·

2025/11/03

On this New Movie Monday we sink into the mystery of Shelby Oaks. We discuss Chris Stuckmann's directorial debut and influences, the film's use of found footage, the occult mystery that burning at the core of the film. Synopsis: A woman's obsessive search for her missing sister leads her into a terrifying mystery at the hands of an unknown evil. Starring: Sarah Durn, Camille Sullivan, Keith David, Robin Bartlett Directed by Chris Stuckmann Youtube: https://youtu.be/X91w6MAPSKM Help us make our

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34:57

The Gorgon

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2025/10/30

Today we avert our gaze from The Gorgon. We discuss the power shift between good guy Christopher Lee and villian Peter Cushing, the use of unrequited romance to generate monstrous behavior, and what becomes of all who gaze upon this ancient beast. Join us for our final installment of this years Halloween Marathon! Synopsis: In the early twentieth century, a Gorgon takes human form and terrorizes a small European village by turning its citizens to stone. Starring: Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing,

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29:38

Revenge of the Creature

Messed Up Movies ·

2025/10/29

Today we return to the Amazon just to turn around and head to...Florida in Revenge of the Creature. We discuss the change in setting and what it adds/takes away from the mystic of the Creature from the Black Lagoon, seeing the Creature monetized and exploited in a Seaworld like resort and baby Clint Eastwood. Join us for this Messed Up fish out of water story. Synopsis: Men capture the Creature from the Black Lagoon and make him an aquarium attraction, from which he escapes. Starring: John Agar,

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31:37

The Curse of the Werewolf

Messed Up Movies ·

2025/10/28

Today we grapple with the beast of our past in The Curse of the Werewolf. We discuss the film's gross origin of the wolf curse, Oliver Reed's steamy werewolf perfomance, and what this version of the werewolf curse is trying to say about our inner monster. Synopsis: In eighteenth-century Spain, an adopted boy becomes a werewolf and terrorizes the inhabitants of his town. Starring: Oliver Reed, Yvonne Romain, Clifford Evans Directed by Terence Fisher Help us make our first feature length Messed Up

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44:28

The Man With the Black Umbrella

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2025/10/27

Today on this New Movie Monday we look a bit too deep into a murderous monster in The Man With the Black Umbrella. We discuss the films use of found footage devices to create constant dread and big time scares, the mythology of Mr. Mourning, and the films extertly laid out mystery. This is soon to be a Messed Up Classic, so jump on the bandwagon early! Synopsis: On January 8th, 2015, a man with a black umbrella broke into 818 Hilltop drive at 3:38 a.m., committing a double murder. The investigation

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37:47

The Wolfman (1941)

Messed Up Movies ·

2025/10/23

Today we unleash our inner beast in The Wolfman. We discuss Lon Chaney Jr's iconic tormented turn as Larry Talbot, the rules of the werewolf curse, and the incredible early werewolf transformation effects. Synopsis: Upon his return to his father's estate, aristocrat Larry Talbot meets a beautiful woman, attends a mystical carnival and uncovers a horrifying curse. Starring: Claude Rains, Bela Lugosi, Lon Chaney Jr. Directed by George Waggner Help us make our first feature length Messed Up Movie:

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38:18

Dr. Jekyll & Sister Hyde

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2025/10/22

Today get in touch with our murderous feminine side in Dr. Jekyll & Sister Hyde. We discuss the films amazing effects having actor and actress share the same body, the odd thirst of all the men in this film, and the use of Jack the Ripper aesthetics to bolster the film. Synopsis: A Victorian scientist tests a serum that transforms him into a lascivious murderess. Starring: Ralph Bates, Martine Beswick, Gerald Sim Directed by Roy Ward Baker Help us make our first feature length Messed Up Movie:

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37:19

The Invisible Man (1933)

Messed Up Movies ·

2025/10/21

Today we unleash our worst behavior as we become The Invisible Man. We discuss how this monster is the most evil of all the Universal Monster, the mind blowing special effects, and what lies inside of all of us if we could be free of the eyes of others. This movie is Messed Up in ways that audiences hadn't seen at the time, and it still is just as effective today. Synopsis: A scientist finds a way of becoming invisible, but in doing so, he becomes murderously insane. Starring: Claude Rains, Gloria

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01:02:55

Black Phone 2

Messed Up Movies ·

2025/10/20

On this New Movie Monday we grapple the Grabber again in Black Phone 2. We cut into the movies Nightmare on Elm Street style horror, Ethan Hawkes new ice skating take on Demon Grabber, and the rules of these spirits. This is a lot of movie to mostly mixed results. Pick up the phone for this new Messed Up Movie and let us know what you thought. Synopsis: As Finn, now 17, struggles with life after his captivity, his sister begins receiving calls in her dreams from the black phone and seeing disturbing

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01:06:07

Most Messed Up Haunted House Film Festival Draft

Messed Up Movies ·

2025/10/17

Today Griffey, Heath, Sophia and Sam venture into some of the most insane Haunted Houses in cinematic history. We discuss what elements make the greatest haunted house films so iconic. From found footage, to a surreal hotel, a space ship and even the internet, we cover all manner of places and locations that can haunt unsuspecting visitors. Let us know whose list you think wins this heated battle. Which festival would win your money? Let us know in the comments wherever you find the Podcast.

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31:06

The Mummy (1959)

Messed Up Movies ·

2025/10/16

Today we unleash and ancient killer force in The Mummy. We discuss the more revenge focused tomb raiding story line, the value of having a giant Christopher Lee murder Mummy, and how the technicolor Hammer aesthetic made the Egypt flashbacks more fun than it's predecessor. This Messed Up monster roams eternal, if you don't listen and share the pod he may shamble towards you! Synopsis: In 1895, British archaeologists find and open the tomb of Egyptian Princess Ananka with nefarious consequences

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27:42

The Mummy (1932)

Messed Up Movies ·

2025/10/15

Today we look back through time and it looks back in The Mummy. We discuss the iconic mummified visage of Boris Karloff before he becomes and ashy old man, the ancient egyptian love story, and the mystical madness of the finale. This is another Messed Up Monster given life by Karloff that you best not ignore...the Mummy never forgets. Synopsis: A resurrected Egyptian mummy searches Cairo for the girl he believes to be his long-lost princess. Starring: Boris Karloff, Zita Johann, David Manners

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43:26

Frankenstein Created Woman

Messed Up Movies ·

2025/10/14

Today we add some sex appeal into our monstrous creation in Frankenstein Created Woman. We disect the transition from Frankenstein's God Complex into a more spiritual realm, our hatred for tough "do you know who my dad is types", and the combination of body and brain for this poor couple. Synopsis: After being reanimated, Baron Frankenstein transfers the soul of an executed young man into the body of his lover, prompting her to kill the men who wronged them. Starring: Peter Cushing, Susan Denberg,

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