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Cult Cinema Circle

Cult Cinema Circle

By: Jesse Krempel
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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!


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  • The Baby-Sitters Club (1995) with special guest Mark J. Parker

    The Baby-Sitters Club (1995) with special guest Mark J. Parker
    May 14 2025

    In this nostalgic deep-dive, myself and my buddy Mark J. Parker head back to Stoneybrook to revisit The Baby-Sitters Club (1995), the feel-good film based on Ann M. Martin’s beloved book series.


    From Claudia’s iconic outfits to Kristy’s summer business dreams, we explore how the movie captured the heart and hustle of a group of young girls balancing friendship, growing pains, and babysitting gigs. We'll unpack the film’s biggest moments, the emotional beats that still hit, and what made this adaptation stand out in a sea of ‘90s tween flicks.


    Whether you were a die-hard fan or just rented it from Blockbuster one summer, this one’s for you.


    Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle


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    1 hr and 58 mins
  • Equinox (1970) with special guest Jackson Cooper

    Equinox (1970) with special guest Jackson Cooper
    May 7 2025

    In this episode, me and my homegirl, Jackson Cooper, dive into the cult classic Equinox (1970), a low-budget horror gem that helped lay the groundwork for independent genre filmmaking.


    With its surreal story of college students stumbling upon an ancient book that opens a portal to another dimension, Equinox blends stop-motion monsters, amateur charm, and Lovecraftian terror. We explore the film’s unique production history, its influence on later horror hits like The Evil Dead, and how it earned a place in genre history thanks to the passion of its creators—especially future Star Wars effects artist Dennis Muren.


    Whether you're a seasoned horror buff or just discovering this underground favorite, this episode sheds light on why Equinoxremains a fascinating piece of horror history.


    Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle


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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • What I Watched - April 2025

    What I Watched - April 2025
    May 1 2025

    On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in April 2025.


    Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle

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    41 mins

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