Film Fatales

In this episode, the Fatales dish about Baz Luhrmann's 2001 masterpiece Moulin Rouge! Today’s episode will be the last featuring one of our original Fatales. Steph has decided to leave the show and we wish her nothing but the best in her next venture. Hosts: Steph Meg Mentioned in this episode: Music: "Fight the Sea" by Josh Woodward (joshwoodward.com) Check out our website or follow us on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook! Support the show on Patreon at Craftic Studios. Join Us on...

Join the Fatales this week with special guests the cast of Slaydies ATL's Hunt for the Heartshards Campaign as they talk all things Sailor Moon R! There are a lot of uncomfortable waves of lady flowers, tangents are had, and the Slaydies and Fatales determine whether or not they put the gay back in Sailor Moon. Hosts: Steph Meg Guests: Nikki April Amanda Angela Jess Mentioned in this episode: Music: "Fight the Sea" by Josh Woodward (joshwoodward.com) Check out our website or...

Grab your brooms, Studio Ghibli Month continues! This time Meg is joined by Angela, aka PurrpulCosplay as they talk about the 1989 Studio Ghibli classic Kiki's Delivery Service! Join them to discuss how the film brought them together, the occasional trouble with intellectual properties changing hands, as well as the age-old debate between subtitled or dubbed films. This is a fun relaxing film and as Meg points out a little like a visit to our favorite video game...

Hold on to your hats, it's Studio Ghibli Month! Kaila returns to sit down with Meg to kick of Ghibli month by talking about their favorite, 2005's Howl's Moving Castle! Join them as they talk about world-building, steampunk, and moving castles. They also talk about found family, the lessons from the film, and healthy relationships. This is a fun time where they both dive deep into one of their comfort movies, so grab a cup of hot cocoa and enjoy! Hosts: Steph Meg Guest...

It's only two more sleeps till Christmas! Steph and Meg sit down with tea to discuss one of Meg's favorite adaptations, 1992's A Muppet's Christmas Carol. They talk about which Muppets they are, Christmas aesthetic, and unsurprisingly special effects. It's really becoming a running theme here. The Fatales also take a moment to discuss some of the bits of A Christmas Carol that didn't particularly age well, missing songs, and Tiny Tim. We promise this is a fun one! Happy Holidays from...

We stan good retellings in this podcast. Join the Fatales as they talk about yet another reimagining of a classic, 2012's Mirror Mirror. They discuss fairy tales, how messed up the original text can be, and why this film works. Settle in for this look at the representation, the twist on the original story, and costuming. Another fun-filled review from the Fatales, you don't want to miss it. Remember the Fatales will have their first LIVE SHOW on Sunday, December 13th, 2020 at 11 am EST on...

A love letter to Classic Literature... and Steampunk. The Fatales sit down this week to talk about the underrated Steampunk/Dieselpunk love letter to classic lit, 2003's League of Extraordinary Gentleman. They naturally talk about classic literature, penny dreadfuls, and CGI. There are also some pretty interesting tangents into The Marvel Cinematic Universe, Paganism, and homosexuality in antiquity. It's a wild ride with no rails, a little like this movie. Note: This episode was recorded...

Get in bitches we're going graverobbin'! Set aside what you think you know about Frankenstein. The Fatales are joined by their friend Kaila as they discuss the 2015 re-imagining Victor Frankenstein. Curl up with a cup of hot cider as they discuss the amazing cast, why Igor and Victor are bi disasters, and just how very toxic Victor is. There's a lot of laughs and of course a lot of sass. Hosts: Steph Meg Guest Host: Kaila Music: "Fight the Sea" by Josh Woodward...

We have had a DOOSY of a day. Come on in, grab a beer, and join the Fatales as they chat with their friend Abe about the 2010 comedy horror film Tucker and Dale Vs Evil. It's a comedy of errors but as a horror movie. They get into the misunderstandings, stereotypes, and class-ism. This is a really good movie and they definitely talk at length about all the things this movie does right. Hosts: Steph Meg Guest Host: Abe Music: "Fight the Sea" by Josh Woodward...

Meg's back witches! Our's is the magic, our's is the power. The Fatales reunite to discuss the 1996 cult classic The Craft. Join the ladies as they discuss witches, depictions of abuse, and what parts of the film are still valid today. There is a lot of talk about the four teenage witches, their motivations, troubles, and journey throughout the film. Hosts: Steph Meg Mentioned in this episode: Hail Manon: The Craft Remake is Officially a Go Music: "Fight the Sea" by Josh Woodward...

Grab your egg sandwiches and curl up with you hyena, this is gonna be chaotic. Coming in hot with a lot of chaotic energy, Steph sits down her Nikki of Slaydies ATL to talk about the 2020 comic book film Birds of Prey: The Emancipation of Harley Quinn. Feminism, diverse casting, and random story telling. The ladies discuss how colorful the film is, the journey of empowerment all of the women go on, and why this film was everything they both wanted. Love it or hate it, this is film worth...

We're the members of the female podcasting league, we come from cities near and far. Grab your mitts and popcorn, the Fatales are tackling the 1992 sports classic A League of Their Own. Steph is joined by McKenzie from Dungeon Wives as they dive into this baseball classic. They discuss female empowerment, casual misogyny, and attention to detail. With more talk about the quiltbag energy in the film, lots of eye candy for Steph and McKenzie, and life during...

The Fatales... uh.... find a way. Hold on to your butts, the Fatales are talking about the 1993 Blockbuster Jurassic Park. Steph is joined this time by her long time friend, Ally. They talk nostalgia, growing up loving dinosaurs, and how Dr. Sattler inspired them both. So have a seat with Mr. DNA while they dive into why IT folks are underrated and did we mention dinosaurs? For updates, please follow us at FatalesCast on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Hosts: Steph Meg Guest...

We all go a little mad sometimes. Settle in folks for a taste of classic Hollywood as Steph and Kenny from ExQueerience Points sit down to discuss the 1960 horror classic Psycho. Join them as they discuss queer coding, serial killers, and life before film ratings. Also why neither of them will ever stay at a motel off the highway. For updates, please follow us at FatalesCast on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Hosts: Steph Meg Guest Host: Kenny Music: "Fight the Sea" by Josh...

Time to cancel the apocalypse. Steph is joined by Alyssa from What's Up ATM? where they drift about the 2013 mech/giant monster film Pacific Rim. They discuss what sets Pacific Rim apart from other films in the genre, the subtle storytelling, and bad-ass women. Oh and of course they talk about Drift compatibility and the Mako Mori Test. For updates, please follow us at FatalesCast on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Hosts: Steph Meg Guest Host: Alyssa Music: "Fight the Sea" by Josh...

The Fatales branch out into horror as Steph sits down with her parabatai Kel to discuss the 2007 film Paranormal Activity. Join them as they discuss why horror with practical effects are scarier than CGI, sequels, and why this movie is still so good. If you love supernatural horror, this is for you! Just... don't mess with Ouija Boards, okay? For updates, please follow us at FatalesCast on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Hosts: Steph Meg Guest Host: Kel Music: "Fight the Sea" by...

As fore told during Love Month, Pride month continues and it's time to talk about Quiltbag a rom-com. Long teased and anticipated, Steph sits down with her friend Kelrick from ExQueerience Points to talk about the groundbreaking 2018 film Love, Simon. Join them as they discuss what this film means to them as members of the Quiltbag community, coming out, parenting, and why this film is so important. You learn a little about Steph and Kelrick's experiences as part of the Quiltbag community...

Film Fatales is back in time for Pride Month! This time Steph sits down with Tyler, Meg's What's up ATM? co-host, to talk about the 1996 classic The Birdcage starring Robin Williams and Nathan Lane. Together solo for the first time, Steph and Tyler have a lot to say about Quiltbag culture, rom-com stereotypes, and how The Birdcage flips them all on their head. It's all laughs and Pride wrapped in the glittery reminder that We Are Family. For updates, please follow us at FatalesCast on...

We're back at it with the April surprises as Meg sits down with long time friend and fellow co-host of What's up ATM? to discuss Disney's live action classic: Beauty and the Beast. These two have a whole lot to say about this movie and what exactly it got right. Hear a brief history of their friendship, critiques on the singing, and Meg just completely gush about the CGI. For updates, please follow us at FatalesCast on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Hosts: Steph Meg Guest...

April is shaping up to be a month of surprises! Join the Fatales as this week they are joined by the ever wonderful GMLeigh, to discuss 2000 film Snatch. Does this movie know what it's about? Should it have been this funny? They touch on this (as well as Meg getting stuck on potential inaccuracies) and much more. But most importantly they discuss why Snatch is a great movie. For updates, please follow us at FatalesCast on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Hosts: Steph Meg Guest...