Ep. 76: Frank Marshall’s “Arachnophobia” (1990)
In this episode we kicked off the 1990s with the best of the year, scoring 93% on Rotten Tomatoes. Join us as we dissect this horror-comedy and hear why this movie, absolutely filled with creepy crawlers, still holds up to this day.
Ep. 77: Ralph S. Singleton’s “Graveyard Shift” (1990)
Was the worst rated movie of 1990 truly deserving of a 0% on Rotten Tomatoes or should it be rated higher? We dived right into the good, the bad, and the moist in this episode. Join us as we determine if this film truly is “bullshit”.
Ep. 80: Ted Nicolaou’s “Subspecies” (1992)
When we started this film we all claimed we enjoyed vampire films. By the end of the discussion, we weren’t quite sure that was true or not.
Ep. 81: Kristine Peterson’s “Critters 3” (1991)
This week we discuss a number of questions we had about this film. Was it a horror movie or a comedy? Were the fart jokes necessary? Was a 0% on rotten tomatoes a fair rating for Leonardo DiCaprio’s film debut? Or was a 0 more applicable to this week’s Sinister Sip?
Ep. 84: Peter Jackson’s “Dead Alive” (1991)
Despite a slow start, the film erupts into a wildly entertaining zombie rampage, featuring unforgettable scenes like a kung-fu priest and the infamous lawnmower massacre, cementing its legacy as one of the bloodiest and most enjoyable films we’ve reviewed so far.
Ep. 85: Manny Coto’s “Dr. Giggles” (1992)
The doctor is in! A movie filled with tropes and one-liners, and a confusing house layout is the focus of our discussion this week. With an impressive body count of 17 and Chad looking forward to seeing it again, will we laugh along? Scream in terror? Or roll our eyes? Join us this week to find out!
Ep. 86: Eric Red’s “Body Parts” (1991)
While Bill Chrushank contemplates where evil lives in the film, we were contemplating what could’ve been in this film to make it a higher score on our scale. Would we recommend to horror lovers as is or tell them to wait for a remake with our ideas?
Ep. 87: Bernard Rose’s “Candyman” (1992)
Can you say his name 5 times? With Tony Todd’s chilling performance, Philip Glass’s haunting score, and enduring social relevance, does Candyman transcend typical slasher fare to become a lasting cultural and cinematic milestone?
Ep. 88: John Carpenter’s “Body Bags” (1993)
With cameos from some of our favourite directors, this film that contained three different movie shorts earned 73% on rotten tomatoes. Join us this week to see whether or not this film sent us to the morgue!
Ep. 89: Anthony Hickox's “Warlock the Armageddon” (1993)
Can a movie that scored 0% on Rotten Tomatoes have any redeemable qualities or does it belong underground? Tune in this week to find out if we survive armageddon.
Ep. 90: Sam Raimi’s “Army of Darkness” (1992)
With the third instalment in the Evil Dead franchise, will all of us agree that the character of Ash stands the test of time? Or are we over the slapstick comedy this series has to offer? Join us to find out!
Ep. 91: Fraser C. Heston’s “Needful Things” (1993)
In Needful Things, we unravel how small-town desires become deadly weapons in the hands of a devil who knows just where to press. Join us as we look at how this film is not just a horror flick, but shows the dark bargains we strike in the name of longing (even if it is a longing for trinkets).
Ep. 95: Wes Craven’s “New Nightmare” (1994)
We’re returning to the dark and sinister dream world of Freddy Kreuger. This time we don’t find the chills as frightening, the scares and terrifying, or the film as enjoyable as the first one. Listeners will wonder if this made us fall asleep?
Ep. 96: Rodman Flender’s “Leprechaun 2” (1994)
This week we looked at a sequel that left us mostly confused as we tried to navigate the plot holes, the acting, and a gratuitous amount of rhymes. This movie is proof that not all sequels are magically delicious.
Ep. 97: Robert Rodriguez’s “From Dusk Till Dawn” (1996)
In this episode, we sink our teeth into a film that starts as a gritty crime thriller and suddenly explodes into a vampire flick at the infamous Titty Twister bar. We break down the chaotic genre shift, admire the deadly (and totally impractical) weapons, discuss Tarantino’s not-so-subtle foot fetish, and appreciate the undeniably beautiful Selma Hayek, who ends up stealing the show (even though she was only on screen for like 10 minutes.
Ep. 98: Luis Llosa’s “Anaconda” (1997)
This week we looked at a movie that according to Mike and Chad, seems to get worse the more times you watch it. Sam, seeing it for the first time, was expecting a fun creature feature, but what she got was a slow crawl of weird animations and laughable effects. Between the movie and the awful drink we paired with it, it was hard to tell what made us feel worse.
Ep. 99: Lewis Gilbert’s “Haunted” (1995)
This week we dive into the 1995 supernatural drama Haunted, a film that tries to unsettle but mostly leaves us confused and underwhelmed. We tear into the bizarre love story, unnecessary incest subplot, and the predictable twist, all while wondering what was going on with the water and trying to rationalize ghost physicality.
Ep. 100: Wes Craven’s “Vampire in Brooklyn” (1995)
In this episode, we sink our teeth into a 90s horror-comedy that left us more horrified by Eddie Murphy’s wig than the plot. We roast the ridiculous accents, baffling story choices, and the acting, while Mike clings to a few nostalgic crumbs like the era’s slang and soundtrack. It's less of a bloodbath and more of a bad trip down memory lane.
Ep. 101: Vincenzo Natali’s “Cube” (1997)
In this episode, we dive into Cube (1997), a claustrophobic cult classic that traps its characters in a deadly geometric nightmare. We loved its originality and eerie simplicity, even if some of the acting was a little on the dramatic side. Our “sinister sip” for this one? A painfully tart concoction that packed an unpleasant punch.
