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Cult Cinema Circle

Have you ever wondered to yourself why a specific film is considered by many to be a “cult film”? Have you ever wondered why a particular film has the fans and legacy that it does?Join your host, Jesse Krempel, every week as he dives into a different film from a variety of genres, and analyzes how the movie came to be, how it was released and how exactly did it become a cult classic! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:18:14

D.E.B.S (2004)

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2025/03/26

This week, we’re infiltrating the highly classified, absolutely ridiculous world of D.E.B.S., the 2004 spy spoof where top-secret agents are recruited via… standardized testing? Join us as we salute the absurdity of crime-fighting schoolgirls in mini skirts, Lucy Diamond’s gay villain era, and a love story that somehow bloomed in the middle of a laser gun fight. We’re asking the tough questions: Who funds this academy? Why is there zero adult supervision? And most importantly—where can we get a

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1:48:47

Tank Girl (1995) with special guest Mark J. Parker

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2025/03/19

In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the chaotic, punk-fueled world of Tank Girl (1995)! Based on the cult comic series, this dystopian sci-fi action-comedy follows Lori Petty as the rebellious, tank-driving heroine taking on a corrupt megacorporation in a post-apocalyptic wasteland. With wild visuals, a killer soundtrack, and a supporting cast that includes Naomi Watts, Ice-T as a mutant kangaroo, and Malcolm McDowell as the villainous Kesslee, Tank Girl is an anarchic ride like no other

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1:10:20

Final Destination (2000)

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2025/03/12

Buckle up and keep an eye out for signs—this week, we’re diving into Final Destination (2000), the horror classic that made us all fear plane rides, highways, and even showering. We’ll revisit the film’s iconic death scenes, discuss its eerie premonition-fueled premise, and break down why Death itself is the ultimate villain. Plus, we explore how Final Destination kickstarted a franchise of elaborate, Rube Goldberg-esque demises that kept audiences on edge for years. Join us as we try to outrun fate

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1:04:31

It Follows (2014)

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2025/03/05

What if something was always coming for you—slow, steady, and unstoppable? This week, we’re breaking down It Follows (2014), David Robert Mitchell’s haunting take on supernatural horror. With its eerie, synth-heavy score by Disasterpeace, unsettling cinematography, and a relentless entity that never stops moving, this film has cemented itself as one of the most chilling horror movies of the 2010s.We’ll dive into its deeper themes of mortality, trauma, and the inescapable nature of fear, plus discuss

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1:10:06

What I Watched: February 2025

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2025/03/01

On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in February 2025.Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle onInstagram,Bluesky, andLetterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:12:21

Snow Day (2000)

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2025/02/27

Grab your sleds and stock up on hot cocoa because on today’s episode, we’re diving into the 2000 Nickelodeon classic Snow Day!We dive into how this movie was conceived as a movie taking place in the Adventure of Pete and Pete universe, talk about the banging soundtrack and how this movie just might not hit the mark for me.Video Essay About The Adventures of Pete and Pete: CLICK HEREIntro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema

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1:34:52

Frozen (2010) with special guest Jenn Adams

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2025/02/19

In this chilling episode, we take a deep dive into Frozen (2010), Adam Green’s brutal survival horror film about three friends stranded on a ski lift in deadly conditions. We discuss the film’s gripping tension, the terrifying realism of its premise, and the emotional weight of its characters’ struggle for survival. Plus, we explore how Frozen stands out in the survival horror genre and why it still sends shivers down our spines. Buckle up—this one’s a frostbitten nightmare you won’t

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1:25:26

My Bloody Valentine (1981) with special guest Pickens...

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2025/02/12

"Roses are red, violets are blue, one is dead and so are you"Love is in the air… and so is the sound of a pickaxe swinging. In this episode, we’re diving into the cult classic My Bloody Valentine (1981), the slasher that gave Valentine’s Day a terrifying twist. From its gory kills to its eerie mining town setting, we’ll explore what makes this Canadian horror flick a standout in the golden age of slashers. Was Harry Warden the ultimate holiday horror villain? How did censorship impact the film’s

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1:10:40

The Lodge (2019)

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2025/02/05

“Repent for your sins, Grace”On today’s episode, we’re celebrating the start of Frigid February, by covering a film that is very unsettling and overall depressing, but is a great snowy horror film, The Lodge (2019)Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle onInstagram,Bluesky, andLetterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What I Watched - January 2025

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2025/02/02

On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in January 2025.Check Out My Podcast Appearances From January!!Men Who Like Men Who Like MoviesInto The Darkness: Exploring HorrorIntro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle onInstagram,Bluesky, andLetterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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57:32

Comfort Sequels: An Interview with Emily Marinelli

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2025/01/19

On today's episode, we're talking with Emily Marinelli, author of the new book, Comfort Sequels: The Psychology of Movie Sequels from the 80s and 90s. We talk about what inspired Emily to write this book in the first place, her undying love for Grease 2, and her fascination with all things sequels from the 80s and 90s. This was a super fun chat, and I hope you enjoy our conversation.----Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail:cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Pick Up Emily's

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1:07:45

Rod Serling at 100: An Interview With Joseph Dougherty

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2025/01/18

On today's episode, I'm chatting with television and film writer, Joseph Dougherty about his new book, Rod Serling at 100: One Writer's Acknowledgment. Joe and I talk all about how he got started in the entertainment business, and a bit about his time on the TV show Thirtysomething and his experience writing the HBO Film, Cast A Deadly Spell. We end up diving into talking about why the Twilight Zone, created by Rod Serling, is still so important after all these years and how this TV show and

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What I Watched - December 2024

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2025/01/04

On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in December 2024Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle onInstagram,Bluesky, andLetterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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58:00

200 Cigarettes (1999)

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2024/12/31

"Look, I'm just gonna go home and kill myself. You wanna share a cab?""So I can pass out and wake up *alone* on New Year's Day?"On today's episode, we're closing out the year with an absolutely appropriate pick for New Year's Eve. This film has somewhat gone lost, but is deeply beloved by a lot of folks who have seen it and that is the MTV Film, 200 Cigarettes (1999)This movie is full of a bunch of up-and-coming stars as they have one crazy NYE evening in New York City, and it's a fun, hangout type

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1:32:22

Go (1999) with special guest Seth Shubin

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2024/12/25

"Just so we're clear, you stole a car, shot a bouncer, and had sex with two women?"On today's episode, we're celebrating Christmas with an unconventional pick for the season, as we cover the absolute banger that is Go! (1999). This movie is such a fun, frenetic time, and I can't help but enjoy myself when I watch this. To add to this conversation, I invited the clown daddy of Los Angeles himself, Seth Shubin to talk about this film, and how fantastic it is. You don't want to miss this

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1:39:49

Richie Rich (1994) with special guest Sarah Heidelberg

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2024/12/18

Poor kid? What are you talking about? He's the richest kid in the world!On today's episode, we're heading to our very own McDonald's and covering the absolute kid wish fulfillment film, Richie Rich!Videos Referenced:Leeja Miller: My Cousin Vinny ReactionLegalEagle: My Cousin Vinny ReactionIntro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail:cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Sarah on InstagramFollow Cult Cinema Circle onInstagram,Bluesky, andLetterboxd Hosted on Acast. See

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1:26:55

Girl, Interrupted (1999) with special guest Shawn...

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2024/12/11

"Because you're dead already, Lisa! No one cares if you die, Lisa, because you're dead already. Your heart is cold. That's why you keep coming back here. You're not free. You need this place, you need it to feel alive. It's pathetic."It's cold outside, but we're having a ball at Claymoore with our best girl friends!!! On today's episode, my buddy, Shawn Williams, and I are revisiting the sad girl classic, Girl Interrupted (1999)Why The Book Wins VideoIntro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan

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50:52

Letters to Satan Claus (2020)

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2024/12/04

"God bless us every one... except Satan!"On today’s episode, we’re pulling up to the town of Ornaments, and checking out a little hidden gem of a SyFy movie, called Letters To Satan ClausIntro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail:cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle onInstagram,Bluesky, andLetterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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38:25

What I Watched - November 2024

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2024/12/01

On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in November 2024Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle onInstagram,Bluesky, andLetterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:35:33

Blood Rage (1987) with special guest Brandon Randolph

Cult Cinema Circle ·

2024/11/27

"That's not cranberry sauce..."Thanksgiving is a farce of a holiday, anyway, so to go along with that, I'm excited to bring you an episode, covering one of the only horror movies dedicated to the holiday, Blood Rage!! Join me and my guest, Brandon Randolph, owner and artist at Zombae Brando Designs, as we talk about this wild movie, and also talk about our love of regional horror films and practical effects.Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show

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