504: Vampire's Kiss
Summary
Hosts Kat Angus and Wolfman’s Italian Dad kick off Spooky Scary Movie Month by dissecting Nicolas Cage’s 1988 cult classic, Vampire’s Kiss. They analyze Cage’s infamous, over-the-top performance and its impact on the film’s tone, noting how it both elevates and hinders the story. The episode also explores the movie’s disturbing themes of misogyny and sexual assault, debating whether the narrative’s intent is undermined by its execution. Additionally, the hosts discuss production anecdotes, including Cage’s insistence on using a real bat and his difficult on-set behavior toward co-star Jenni…
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