Cinema Junkie presents Midday Movies and serial killers
Today is the birthday of infamous murderer and grave robber, Ed Gein, also known as the Butcher of Plainfield. And while we are not celebrating his birth, we are using it as an excuse to discuss serial killer films and streaming shows.
Ep 332: “Seven Samurai” (1954) International Cinema Month Begins with Akira Kurosawa’s Masterpiece
In this episode of Midday Movies, hosts Laura and Stephen kick off International Cinema Month with a thorough examination of Akira Kurosawa's monumental film, Seven Samurai. Widely regarded as one of Japan's greatest cinematic achievements, this epic tale follows a group of underdog villagers who e…
Ep 333: “The Handmaiden” (2016) Park Chan-wook Adaptation of Fingersmith is a Puzzle-box of Passions
In this episode of Midday Movies, hosts Laura and Stephen continue their celebration of International Cinema Month with an in-depth exploration of the modern Korean classic, The Handmaiden. Directed by Park Chan-wook and adapted from Sarah Waters' novel Fingersmith, this film is set against the bac…
Ep 334: “2046” (2004) Sci-Fi Sequel to Wong Kar-wai’s Masterpiece & Love Letter to 1960’s Hong Kong
In this episode of Midday Movies, hosts Laura and Stephen continue their celebration of International Cinema Month with a deep dive into Wong Kar Wai's visually stunning masterpiece, 2046. Serving as a loose sequel to the acclaimed In the Mood for Love, this film intertwines elements of science fic…
Ep. 495 - Movie Archer Best of 2026 Draft
Jen and Sarah are joined by Adam and Nikko of Movie Archer and Laura and Stephen from Midday Movies to share a very special announcement! Then they draft their top 2026 movies… without any repeats!
Shownotes:
Movie Draft (~3:40)
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Ep 335: Movie Archer Special - Picking the Best Films of 2026 (So Far)
International Cinema Season is back next week! Today, we want to introduce you to some friends of ours.
In this episode of Midday Movies, hosts Laura and Stephen join forces with fellow members of the Movie Archer Network for an exhilarating draft of the best films of 2026 so far. With excitement …
Ep 336: “Farewell, My Concubine” (1993) Epic Masterpiece About Love & Opera in 20th-Century China
In this episode of Midday Movies, hosts Laura and Stephen wrap up International Cinema Month with a profound exploration of the Chinese language epic, Farewell My Concubine. This Palme d'Or-winning film spans 53 years of Chinese history, offering a poignant narrative that intertwines the lives of t…
Midday Movies Celebrate Hitchcock
Cinema Junkie presents Midday Movies celebrate Alfred Hitchcock. Angelika Film Center's annual Hictchcocktober Film Series puts the best from the master of suspense on the big screen in October, so we share our love for Hitch.
Ep 337: “The Witchfinder General” (1968) English Folk Horror Classic Set in Civil War
In this chilling episode of Midday Movies, hosts Laura and Stephen kick off their Halloween folk horror coverage with a deep dive into the British classic, Witchfinder General. Starring the iconic Vincent Price, this 1968 film portrays the grim reality of the English Civil War through the eyes of M…
Ep 339: “The Wicker Man” (1973) Devout Christianity and Devout Paganism Clash in this Unholy Classic
In this thrilling episode of Midday Movies, hosts Laura and Stephen, along with special guest Bryon Kershaw from Spirits and Monsters of Old Seattle, dive into the iconic 1973 folk horror film, The Wicker Man. Often hailed as the Citizen Kane of horror, this chilling tale follows a devoutly Christi…
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