Queer by Candlelight

Ep. 13- The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021) ft. Prof. Kathryn Schwarz

Tue, 16 May 2023 07:04:50 GMT

Joining us for a discussion of Joel Coen's 2021 adaptation of Shakespeare's Macbeth is Professor Kathryn Schwarz, who helps us figure out why this is, in fact, a very queer film/play. We talk about why Lady Macbeth is so compelling (hint: high school readings lists may be partially to blame), the unique black and white style of this film, and varying portrayals of the witches.

Content warnings for the film: murder, decapitation, child death

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Ep. 12- The Hunger (1983)

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 08:19:58 GMT

In this episode, we analyze Tony Scott's 1983 film The Hunger, with its goth nightclubs, gauzy curtains, and pigeons that are indoors for some reason. Topics of conversation include the artistic merits of Twilight, spilling sherry on your tshirt as a method of flirting, gay vampires, and the male gaze towards queer women.

Also, side note: the audio got a little messed up when we started recording, so please bear with us for the first few minutes. We promise the audio gets better a little bit into the episode!

Content warnings for the film: murder, suicide, child death, animal death

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Ep. 11- Pearl (2022) ft. special guest Samantha

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 06:43:06 GMT

In this episode, featuring a guest appearance from our close friend Samantha, we talk about one of our favorite recent releases, Ti West's 2022 film Pearl. Discussion topics include Mia Goth's stellar performance, women in the entertainment industry, and what exactly Howard is up to.

Content warnings for the film: murder, animal death, mistreatment of a disabled person

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Ep. 10- Jennifer's Body (2009)

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 09:23:21 GMT

Don't you just love the early 2000's? In this episode, we watch the 2009 film Jennifer's Body, written by Diablo Cody and directed by Karyn Kusama. We take a look at topics like the male gaze, lack of representation for people of color, and media from this time just not aging well. Oh, and also, how hot Megan Fox is. Obviously.

Content warnings for the film: murder, cannibalism, self-harm, sexual assault (implied), toxic relationships

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Ep. 9- Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (1982)

Sat, 04 Feb 2023 23:44:10 GMT

A musical? Yes! In our new episode, we discuss the 1982 filmed stage musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Enjoy such scrumptious topics as fourth wall breaks, stage vs screen, and the brilliance of recently departed theater greats Sondheim and Lansbury.

Content warnings for the musical: cannibalism, murder, suicide, sexual assault, animal death, mistreatment of mentally ill people

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Ep. 8- Suspiria (2018)

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 08:40:37 GMT

Listen to our attempt to parse Luca Guadagnino's 2018 version of Suspiria. We discuss such topics as the German autumn, the feminine as both healing and monstrous, and, of course, our deep hatred of Freud.

Content warnings for the film: murder, suicide, self-harm, child abuse, Nazi Germany/the Holocaust, gore

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Ep. 7- Midsommar (2019)

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 01:00:29 GMT

Today, we discuss Ari Aster's 2019 film Midsommar. Topics of discussion include whether the film should be read as feminist (we don't really think so), the genre of folk horror, and what makes a cult. Also Harry Styles fanfic for some reason?

Content warnings for the film: murder, suicide, drugs/being drugged, emotional abuse, graphic violence

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Ep. 6- Hellraiser (1987)

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 05:38:21 GMT

Join us for a discussion of Clive Barker's 1987 film Hellraiser. We consider what makes the cenobites so great, the film's ties to Catholicism and queer nightlife, and 80's shoulder pads!

Content warnings for the film: murder, sexual assault, torture, gore, animal death, incest

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Ep. 5- American Horror Story: Murder House (2011)

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 04:10:54 GMT

On this episode, we discuss the first season of Ryan Murphy's horror anthology, American Horror Story. We continue our discussion of the Ryan Murphy Cinematic Universe, the glorification of serial killers, and why we think this show has a tendency to be just a little Too Much.

Content warnings for the show: murder, suicide, serial killers, school shootings, sexual assault, child death, ableism, miscarriage, self harm, and abortion

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Ep. 4- The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) ft. Adrian Swann

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 08:03:06 GMT

In our 2022 Halloween special, we have our first ever special guest, our friend Adrian Swann, as we discuss the absolute pleasures of The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975). Discussion topics include why ancient Greece is camp, a particularly upsetting episode of Glee, and whether or not the film has aged well.

Content warnings: murder, transphobia, sexual assault, eating disorders, cannibalism

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Ep. 3- Rebecca (1940)

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 08:00:55 GMT

In this episode, we discuss HItchcock's 1940 film Rebecca and how it (and queer characters throughout history) have been impacted by the Hays Code. But don't worry; it's not all serious! We also discuss goth girlfriends and creepy little mustaches.

Content warnings for the film: murder, suicide, burning alive, adultery, cancer, and abusive relationships

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Ep. 2- The Haunting of Bly Manor (2020)

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 04:10:21 GMT

Join us this week as we discuss Mike Flanagan's Netflix TV show The Haunting of Bly Manor. Join us as we analyze what really counts as "bury your gays", how often this show has made us cry, and the horror staple of creepy kids.

Content warnings for the show: death, suicide, murder, alcoholism, abusive relationships, drowning, car crashes, and gaslighting

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Ep. 1- Crimson Peak (2015)

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT

In our first ever episode, we unpack Guillermo del Toro's gothic horror film Crimson Peak. Learn why we love the movie so much despite its mediocre reviews, how the film can be read through a queer lens, and why women in nightgowns with candelabras are the best horror trope!

Content warnings for the movie: poisoning, child abuse, gaslighting, psychological abuse, incest, multiple onscreen deaths, animal abuse and death
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