Cinema on Tap

S1E13 Supernatural Horror - Hidden Gems

Before we tap out this month’s cinematic keg, we’ve got some recommendations for all kinds of supernatural horror! Demons, ghosts, haunted houses, killer weather, and the devil himself — we’ve got it all for you on this episode. Christian and Scott take a trip through history, recommending movies from as far back as the 60s and as recently as 2020. We’ve got you covered for some hidden gems, guilty pleasures, and more.

Got a supernatural horror you love? Let us know at cinemaontappodcast@gmail.com

 

 Parameters of the Game| 0:00 - 3:19, Killers of the Flower Moon - The Bikeriders and Maestro Up Next| 3:19 - 18:10, Critically Acclaimed and Reviled Hidden Gems| 18:10 - 1:10:03, Coming Soon!| 1:10:03 - 1:15:53

S1E12 Supernatural Horror - The Babadook

Get ready for your next pour from our Supernatural Horror keg as we talk about a recent horror hit: The Babadook. We take a trip to Australia to talk through Jennifer Kent’s feature debut.

Kent pairs scares with a thought-provoking metaphor as a terrifying monster haunts a mother and son. Since its release in 2014, The Babadook has gained a reputation as one of the best horror movies of the 2010s, as well as birthing internet memes and even a wonderfully silly discourse: is the Babadook an LGBT+ icon?

Pour yourself a beer and listen along as Christian and Scott sit down to see if The Babadook deserves its positive reputation.

Got a supernatural horror film you love? Or, have any ideas for future kegs we should tap? Let us know at cinemaontappodcast@gmail.com

 

 Geography Lessons with Christian and Scott| 0:00 - 5:28, Taster - Horror as a Stand-In for Grief| 5:28 - 24:33, Formation of Mister Babadook| 24:33 - 31:03, Pour one out for The Babadook| 31:03 - 1:03:22, Next Week’s Untapped Keg| 1:03:22 - 1:06:08

S1E11 Supernatural Horror - Ringu

Our Supernatural Horror rotation got off to a great start last week, and we’re moving forward in time to look at one of the biggest Japanese horror films of all-time: Ringu. Also known as The Ring, the film boasts a famous premise — anyone who watches a cursed video tape receives a mysterious phone call telling them they have 7 days before they die.

Christian and Scott are ready for another first time watch. Stay tuned to get their thoughts on this 90s classic.

Have a supernatural horror film you love? Or, any international horror films that you love that received remakes here in Hollywood? Let us know at cinemaontappodcast@gmail.com

 

 Drinking From the World’s Oldest Brewery| 0:00 - 3:08, Taster - Adaptation as a Process| 3:08 - 15:55, Background Information| 15:55 - 23:11, Tapping that Keg - Ringu| 23:11 - 51:59, Creepy Creatures| 51:59 - 56:27

S1E10 Supernatural Horror - The Changeling

Happy Spooky Season, everyone! We’re taking a look at some horror movies this month as we tap a brand new cinematic keg for October: Supernatural horror! We’re starting with a hidden gem from 1980: The Changeling.

Written by William Gray and Diana Maddox, directed by Peter Medak and starring George C. Scott, The Changeling is allegedly based on real events that happened to co-writer Russell Hunter. It made such an impact at the time that Martin Scorsese listed it as one of the 11 scariest movies he had ever seen. But, where do our co-hosts land?

Got a supernatural horror flick that you love and want us to talk about on the show? Let us know at cinemaontappodcast@gmail.com

 

 Film Festivals Galore| 0:00 - 14:09, Cult Movies and Supernatural Horror| 14:09 - 28:17, Tapping that Keg - The Changeling| 28:17 - 56:33, First Movie in a Franchise is Next| 56:33 - 1:02:41

S1E9 The Modern High School Movie - The Breakfast Club

BONUS EPISODE DROP!

 

Esteemed listeners, Cinema on Tap, seeing that there was an extra Friday in the month of September chose to review The Breakfast Club! And then, as our lovely producer Christian was on vacation, the episode released late :( Never fear! We're back, two episodes are coming today, so sit back, relax, and enjoy a review of one of the most celebrated tails of youth to have come out, well, ever!

 

 WGA STRIKE IS OVER| 0:00 - 6:58, A Review of the Breakfast Club and Guessing Where the Characters End Up| 6:58 - 52:18, New Keg| 52:18 - 56:18

S1E8 Modern High School Movies - Top 5 High School Movies (feat. Keenan Culler of The Hollywood Week podcast)

Don’t check the runtime...it might be our longest episode yet! [Editor’s Note: It is not. But it’s close.] We’re joined by old friend of the show Keenan Culler — in person with us for the first time — to talk about our favorite high school movies. John Hughes, sex comedies, McLovin, horror classics, recent masterpieces — they’re all present and accounted for. Plus, we possibly have the most honorable mentions ever featured on a Top 5 list. This one was a blast, folks. Stay tuned to see if your favorites got mentioned.

Did we miss one? Let us know at cinemaontappodcast@gmail.com.

Check out Keenan’s podcast Hollywood Week, where he and his brother Kasen talk through new release film & television, rank franchises, and more.

 

 Keenan Culler is Here!| 0:00 - 8:31, A Most Unorganized Top 5 High School Movies List| 8:31 - 01:37:20, Next Week!| 01:37:20 - 01:41:33

S1E7 The Modern High School Movie - Booksmart (feat. Natalia Martinez)

Our cinematic keg is almost tapped out as we pour our final Modern High School glass for the month: Booksmart! Olivia Wilde’s directorial debut has become a favorite of Internet film circles for its classic premise, dynamic duo of Katilyn Dever and Beanie Feldstein, and hilarious script. Christian and Scott are joined by yet another new friend of the show, Natalia Martinez, to unpack Wilde’s first film — plus some bonus chatter about Don’t Worry Darling.

It’s been a strong month on the show so far — will our hosts keep the good vibes rolling, or break out a contrarian take?

Next week, we’re talking about our Top 5 High School movies. Send us yours at cinemaontappodcast@gmail.com, and we’ll shout you out on the show.

Scott’s in Ohio, Natalia is in Person| 0:00 - 3:29, Natalia Intro + Steelers Week One| 3:29 - 10:04, Weekly Taster: Don’t Worry Darling and Secret Invasion| 10:04 - 26:41, Tapping that Keg - Booksmart| 26:41 - 1:10:38, Coming Up with Keenan Culler| 1:10:38 - 1:19:44

S1E6 The Modern High School Movie - Lady Bird

It’s time for another pour from our keg of the month. The Modern High School Movie rotation continues as we look at a recent Best Picture-nominee: Lady Bird.

Greta Gerwig was just discussed on this podcast for her latest film (Barbie. Have you heard of it?), so now we get a chance to talk more about her and her career beginnings. One of our hosts uses the word “perfect” to describe this movie, and the other one isn’t very far behind. Fair warning: It’s going to be a love fest this week.

Do you have thoughts on Lady Bird? Or, do you have a favorite high school movie? Let us know at cinemaontappodcast@gmail.com

 

Modern High School Movies Continues!| 0:00 - 5:45, Weekly Taster: Eras Tour| 5:45 - 18:34, Tapping that Keg - What did Greta do?| 18:34 - 1:04:09, Next Week’s Booksmart| 1:04:09 - 1:10:44

S1E5 The Modern High School Movie - Bottoms (feat. Megan Liguori)

It’s time to tap a new keg for the month of September. In the spirit of Back to School, Scott and Christian are talking modern high school movies! And, they’re starting with a new release hot off the presses: Bottoms.

The second feature from Shiva Baby director Emma Seligman, Bottoms follows Rachel Sennott and Ayo Edibiri as two unpopular high school students who start a fight club to meet girls and get laid. It’s a classic setup with a 2023 twist.

We’re joined by new friend of the show Megan Liguori to review Bottoms and talk about high school movies as a sub-genre. Stay tuned to find out what everybody thought!

Do you have a favorite high school movie? Let us know at cinemaontappodcast@gmail.com

 

Megan Liguori is Here!| 0:00 - 4:38, Weekly Taster: High School Movies| 4:38 - 12:08, Bottoms and Emma Seligman’s Rise to the Top| 12:08 - 19:38, Tapping that Keg| 19:38 - 53:54, Next Week’s Greta| 53:54 - 1:02:15

S1E4 Top 5 of 2023 (with Nick Vyner)

In line with our annual August traditions, it’s our Top 5 of the Year So Far show! This year, we’re joined by friend of the show Nick Vyner to talk about our favorites from January to August.

Our lists feature horror, romance, action, and history! Box office smashes and indie darlings! And, some movies that haven’t shown up in other lists like this. Stay tuned to find out which.

Is there a movie we missed on this week’s show? Let us know at cinemaontappodcast@gmail.com.

Stream Nick Vyner’s new single “Track Record,” available wherever you get your music.

 

Nick Vyner’s Back with a New Song!| 0:00 - 03:32, Weekly Taster: What is the Center of Movies?| 03:32 - 11:19, 2023’s Top 5| 11:19 - 1:24:06, Next Week with Megan!| 1:24:06 - 1:32:01