Pod 366: A Weird Movies Podcast

Penguin Pete, Giles, and Greg announce the nominees for the 16th Annual Weirdcademy Awards (covering movies from 2025). But first, they start by previewing this week's only debuting weird movie, the "psychedelic jungle thriller" "Wetiko."Vote in the main Weidcademy Awards categories: https://366weirdmovies.com/your-vote-determines-the-winner-of-the-16th-annual-weirdcademy-awards/View and vote for the shorts: https://366weirdmovies.com/vote-for-the-weirdest-short-film-of-2025/ERRATA:*Andre Holland and Gil Gex are both American. *Emma Stone lost last year's Weirdest Actress race to Demi Moore in "The Substance"*Emma Stone has not been nominated for 3 Academy Awards in a row (she was not nominated last year)

Penguin Pete, Giles, and Greg announce the nominees for the 16th Annual Weirdcademy Awards (covering movies from 2025). But first, they start by previewing this week's only debuting weird movie, the "psychedelic jungle thriller" "Wetiko."Vote in the main Weidcademy Awards categories: https://366weirdmovies.com/your-vote-determines-the-winner-of-the-16th-annual-weirdcademy-awards/View and vote for the shorts: https://366weirdmovies.com/vote-for-the-weirdest-short-film-of-2025/ERRATA:*Andre Holland and Gil Gex are both American. *Emma Stone lost last year's Weirdest Actress race to Demi Moore in "The Substance"

Tom Lee Rutter ("Pocket Film of Superstitions") joins Greg and Giles to discuss the week's weirdest home video releases: "Arco" on VOD; "Boys Go to Jupiter" on Blu-ray; the transgressive punk Blu-ray collection "Your Life is on the Line!: A Joe Christ Anthology"; 1971's "Pink Narcissus" finally arrives on Blu-ray (while Giles temporarily disappears); existential noir "The Man Who Wasn't There" gets a 4K upgrade from Criterion; and "Tank Girl" and "Terror Firmer" also join Club 4K. Then we discuss "The Pocket Film of Superstitions," being sure to address The Shend, Devil's Nutting Day, and where to grab a bite in Kidderminster. "The Pocket Film of Superstitions" limited edition: https://carniefeatures.bigcartel.com/product/the-pocket-film-of-superstitions-blu-ray-numbered-slipcase-art-cards-limited-edition-of-250ERRATA AND OMISSIONS:*"Arco" was indeed nominated for an Oscar.*The latest Nick Zedd DVD release we could locate was from 2018.*Lloyd Kaufman directed "Terror Firmer" 3 years after "Tromeo and Juliet." He directed "Citizen Toxie" immediately after "Terror Firmer."

Tom Lee Rutter ("Pocket Film of Superstitions") joins Greg and Giles to discuss the week's weirdest home video releases: "Arco" on VOD; "Boys Go to Jupiter" on Blu-ray; the transgressive punk Blu-ray collection "Your Life is on the Line!: A Joe Christ Anthology"; 1971's "Pink Narcissus" finally arrives on Blu-ray (while Giles temporarily disappears); existential noir "The Man Who Wasn't There" gets a 4K upgrade from Criterion; and "Tank Girl" and "Terror Firmer" also join Club 4K. Then we discuss "The Pocket Film of Superstitions," being sure to address The Shend, Devil's Nutting Day, and where to grab a bite in Kidderminster. "The Pocket Film of Superstitions" limited edition: https://carniefeatures.bigcartel.com/product/the-pocket-film-of-superstitions-blu-ray-numbered-slipcase-art-cards-limited-edition-of-250ERRATA AND OMISSIONS:*"Arco" was indeed nominated for an Oscar.*The latest Nick Zedd DVD release we could locate was from 2018.*Lloyd Kaufman directed "Terror Firmer" 3 years after "Tromeo and Juliet." He directed "Citizen Toxie" immediately after "Terror Firmer."

Director Florian Frerichs joins Greg and Giles this week to discuss his film "Dream Story" ["Traumnovelle"], based on the same 1926 source novel as Kubrick's "Eyes Wide Shut" and now streaming in the USA. First, the hosts run through the week's new releases--A "Brotherhood of the Wolf" steelbook, Jesus horror "The Carpenter's Son" on DVD, and the early Katsuhito Ishii crime curiosity "Shark Skin Man and Peach Hip Girl," on Blu-ray for the first time in North America. They also take a brief look at what intrigues them in this year's Slamdance lineup. Then Florian Frerichs joins to discuss what made him want to adapt this story that's already been adapted multiple times, working with Klaus Kinski's son Nikolai, Berlin sex shops, and where to grab a bite if you happen to find yourself in Germany's capital city. "Dream Story" ("Traumnovelle") is available to rent on Amazon Prime or Apple Movies.ERRATA*There are no general admission online passes for this year's Slamdance.*Tom Lee Rutter's movie is "The Pocket Film of Superstitions," not "The Pocket Book of Superstitions"

Director Florian Frerichs joins Greg and Giles this week to discuss his film "Dream Story" ["Traumnovelle"], based on the same 1926 source novel as Kubrick's "Eyes Wide Shut" and now streaming in the USA on Amazon Prime or Apple Movies. First, the hosts run through the week's new releases--A "Brotherhood of the Wolf" steelbook, Jesus horror "The Carpenter's Son" on DVD, and the early Katsuhito Ishii crime curiosity "Shark Skin Man and Peach Hip Girl," on Blu-ray for the first time in North America. They also take a brief look at what intrigues them in this year's Slamdance lineup. Then Florian Frerichs joins to discuss what made him want to adapt this story that's already been adapted multiple times, working with Klaus Kinski's son Nikolai, Berlin sex shops, and where to grab a bite if you happen to find yourself in Berlin. "Dream Story" ("Traumnovelle") is available to rent on Amazon Prime or Apple Movies.ERRATA*There are no general admission online passes for this year's Slamdance.*Tom Lee Rutter's movie is "The Pocket Film of Superstitions," not "The Pocket Book of Superstitions"

Tatu & Veleda Heikkinen of "Haunters of the Silence" join Giles and Greg in this episode. In the week's news, they react to "Doctor Caligari's Cabinet of Wonders" announcement; Amanda Kramer's surrealist "By Design" in limited release; a Deaf Crocodile Blu-ray of Teuvo Tulio rarities; "Playtime" reissued in 4K by Criterion; and Arrow's limited edition re-release of the insane 1970s alien invasion movie "The Visitor." Then we discuss "Haunters of the Silence" (now streaming on Tubi), covering the sleep-paralysis archetype of the Man in the Hat, the dark ambient score, and where to eat in Portland, Oregon and what pizza to get in Joensuu, Finland.

Tatu & Veleda Heikkinen of "Haunters of the Silence" join Giles and Greg in this episode. In the week's news, they react to "Doctor Caligari's Cabinet of Wonders" announcement; Amanda Kramer's surrealist "By Design" in limited release; a Deaf Crocodile Blu-ray of Teuvo Tulio rarities; "Playtime" reissued in 4K by Criterion; and Arrow's limited edition re-release of the insane 1970s alien invasion movie "The Visitor." Then we discuss "Haunters of the Silence" (now streaming on Tubi), covering the sleep-paralysis archetype of the Man in the Hat, the dark ambient score, and where to eat in Portland, Oregon and what pizza to get in Joensuu, Finland.

With Greg knocked out of commission this week, "Penguin" Pete fills in to discuss the week's new releases with Giles. They cover the upcoming? Japanese horror? "Mag Mag"; surprise indie sci-fi hit "Iron Lung"; and "Obex" on VOD. Then it's bonus coverage of the New Beverly's February slate of "Europe and Hollywood's Finest Adult Films," an honorary mention of today's Canonically Weird movie, and a mention of some documentary called "Melania" that we recommend not seeing. Also, our longest Errata entry ever!ERRATA AND OMISSIONS:*The "exotic locale" Greg was at was bed, and the "good fight" he was carrying on was against the flu bug.*"Iron Lung" opened last week but should be still playing in most areas.*In case you misheard, the New Beverly will be showing "Flesh Gordon," not "Flash Gordon," on February 23. *And finally, legal disclaimer: Pete should have said that the director of "Melania," Brett Ratner, was "in the Epstein files," not "on the Epstein Island list." We are aware of no evidence that Ratner visited the infamous island and believe Ratner denies it. He is mentioned many times in the Epstein files and the files include multiple pictures of him. In 2017, Ratner was accused of rape, and of sexual harassment by an additional 6 women; he denied the allegations but Warner Brothers severed ties with him. Before "Melania," he had not directed a movie since 2014. 366 Weird Movies stresses that all allegations against Ratner remain unproven; the only crime he has confessed to is directing "Melania."

With Greg knocked out of commission this week, "Penguin" Pete fills in to discuss the week's new releases with Giles. They cover the upcoming? Japanese horror? "Mag Mag"; surprise indie sci-fi hit "Iron Lung"; and "Obex" on VOD. Then it's bonus coverage of the New Beverly's February slate of "Europe and Hollywood's Finest Adult Films," an honorary mention of today's Canonically Weird movie, and a mention of some documentary called "Melania" that we recommend not seeing. Also, our longest Errata entry ever!ERRATA AND OMISSIONS:*The "exotic locale" Greg was at was bed, and the "good fight" he was carrying on was against the flu bug.*"Iron Lung" opened last week but should be still playing in most areas.*In case you misheard, the New Beverly will be showing "Flesh Gordon," not "Flash Gordon," on February 23. *And finally, legal disclaimer: Pete should have said that the director of "Melania," Brett Ratner, was "in the Epstein files," not "on the Epstein Island list." We are aware of no evidence that Ratner visited the infamous island and believe Ratner denies it. He is mentioned many times in the Epstein files and the files include multiple pictures of him. In 2017, Ratner was accused of rape, and of sexual harassment by an additional 6 women; he denied the allegations but Warner Brothers severed ties with him. Before "Melania," he had not directed a movie since 2014. 366 Weird Movies stresses that all allegations against Ratner remain unproven; the only crime he has confessed to is directing "Melania."

In this episode, Giles and Greg cover 5 new physical media releases: Benedict Cumberbach meets "The Thing with Feathers"; the oddball underground parody "Twin Cheeks"; venerable so-bad-it's-good fave "Troll 2" in a 4K UHD upgrade; another 4K upgrade for Dario Argento's late giallo "The Stendahl Syndrome"; and 90s indie Christploitation satire "Satan Hates You."

In this episode, Giles and Greg cover 5 new physical media releases: Benedict Cumberbach meets "The Thing with Feathers"; the oddball underground parody "Twin Cheeks"; venerable so-bad-it's-good fave "Troll 2" in a 4K UHD upgrade; another 4K upgrade for Dario Argento's late giallo "The Stendahl Syndrome"; and 90s indie Christploitation satire "Satan Hates You."

This week, Greg and Giles peer into the future to guess what might be weird at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, and come away with one title that's almost a certainty (plus a bonus short worth checking out). There's also news about an upcoming Cory McAbee project, absurdist comedy "Straight Circle" coming to US screens in 2026, "Return to Silent Hill" in theaters, and a Blu-ray of "Luther the Geek" that's not for chickens. Will the guys survive Snowpocalypse 2026? Tune in next week to find out!

This week, Greg and Giles peer into the future to guess what might be weird at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, and come away with one title that's almost a certainty (plus a bonus short worth checking out). There's also news about an upcoming Cory McAbee project, absurdist comedy "Straight Circle" coming to US screens in 2026, "Return to Silent Hill" in theaters, and a Blu-ray of "Luther the Geek" that's not for chickens. Will the guys survive Snowpocalypse 2026? Tune in next week to find out!

On this short episode, Greg and Giles discuss the week's new releases: Thailand's absurdist vacuum cleaner ghost romantic comedy "A Useful Ghost," the free AI-generated drunken superhero feature "Incorporeal Man," and "Babe: Pig in the City," a 4K UHD release that we can't remember why we're covering. We also ask listeners this burning question: who will play the male romantic lead in the inevitable Hollywood remake of "A Useful Ghost"?Incorporeal Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQWmi6-8is00:00 Introduction1:00 A Useful Ghost7:08 Incorporeal Man15:28 Babe: Pig in the City21:31 New Apocryphally Weird filmsERRATA:*Although Greg said he wasn't looking forward to "Marty Supreme," after watching it, he highly recommends you catch it.

On this short episode, Greg and Giles discuss the week's new releases: Thailand's absurdist vacuum cleaner ghost romantic comedy "A Useful Ghost," the free AI-generated drunken superhero feature "Incorporeal Man," and "Babe: Pig in the City," a 4K UHD release that we can't remember why we're covering. We also ask listeners this burning question: who will play the male romantic lead in the inevitable Hollywood remake of "A Useful Ghost"?ERRATA:*Although Greg said he wasn't looking forward to "Marty Supreme," after watching it, he highly recommends you check it out.

Independent Texas filmmaker joins Giles and Greg to discuss his latest film, the poetic "Howler." But first, the trio discuss some new releases, starting with Albert Birney's 80s video game based "OBEX" (in theaters now). We also cover four physical media releases: the box set "Krazee Kidz Video Party" (featuring "Fun in Balloonland" and "Kingdom of Crooked Mirrors"), Joe Dante's early mixtape curiosity "The Movie Orgy," and the "Mike Diana Film Collection," while the Criterion Collection's 4K upgrade of "Dead Man" gives us an excuse to talk about that classic. Then we go in-depth with Richard for a conversation about dreams, poetry, nature, theater, and "Howler."

Independent Texas filmmaker joins Giles and Greg to discuss his latest film, the poetic "Howler." But first, the trio discuss some new releases, starting with Albert Birney's 80s video game based "OBEX" (in theaters now). We also cover four physical media releases: the box set "Krazee Kidz Video Party" (featuring "Fun in Balloonland" and "Kingdom of Crooked Mirrors"), Joe Dante's early mixtape curiosity "The Movie Orgy," and the "Mike Diana Film Collection," while the Criterion Collection's 4K upgrade of "Dead Man" gives us an excuse to talk about that classic. Then we go in-depth with Richard for a conversation about dreams, poetry, nature, theater, and "Howler."

Giles Edwards and Gregory J. Smalley reveal their personal picks for the weirdest and best weird movies of 2025, and the staff consensus list. Contenders: *The Actor * An Evening Song (for Three Voices) * Baby Invasion * Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League * Best Wishes to All * Better Man * Boys Go to Jupiter * Bugonia * The Carpenter's Son * Daniela Forever * Ebony & Ivory * Else * Friendship * The Ice Tower * Invention * Kill the Jockey * Kryptic * Mr. K * Myth of Man * Reflection in a Dead Diamond * Sanatorium Under the Sign of the Hourglass * She Loved Blossoms More * The Shrouds * Soul to Squeeze * The Surfer * The Toxic Avenger * Universal Language * The Waves of Madness * The Wheel of Heaven

Giles Edwards and Gregory J. Smalley reveal their personal picks for the weirdest and best weird movies of 2025, and the staff consensus list. Contenders: *The Actor * An Evening Song (for Three Voices) * Baby Invasion * Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League * Best Wishes to All * Better Man * Boys Go to Jupiter * Bugonia * The Carpenter's Son * Daniela Forever * Ebony & Ivory * Else * Friendship * The Ice Tower * Invention * Kill the Jockey * Kryptic * Mr. K * Myth of Man * Reflection in a Dead Diamond * Sanatorium Under the Sign of the Hourglass * She Loved Blossoms More * The Shrouds * Soul to Squeeze * The Surfer * The Toxic Avenger * Universal Language * The Waves of Madness * The Wheel of Heaven