With great hype comes great expectations. In this episode of Cult Film School, Adrian and Dion revisit two of the most controversial superhero films of the modern era: Fantastic Four (2015) and Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016). From troubled productions and bold creative decisions to passionate fan reactions and lasting reputations, they ask whether these ambitious blockbusters deserved the criticism they received.

Chapters:

0:00:16 - Welcome to Cult Film School

0:02:27 - Fantastic Four (2015): Plot Summary & Discussion

0:39:26 - Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016): Plot Summary & Discussion

1:19:08 - Superheroes - Boom or Bust?

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One dance. Two movies. Zero coordination. In this episode of Cult Film School, Adrian and Dion step onto the dance floor with Lambada (1990) and The Forbidden Dance (1990), the infamous dueling Lambada films that were rushed into production during America's brief obsession with the "forbidden dance." From environmental activism and anti-corporate messaging to baffling creative choices and one of Hollywood's strangest release stories, they explore how a short-lived dance craze sparked one of cult cinema's most unusual rivalries.

Chapters:

0:00:15 - Welcome to Cult Film School

0:08:35 - Lambada (1990): Plot Summary & Discussion

0:32:01 - The Forbidden Dance (1990): Plot Summary & Discussion

0:50:38 - Lambada Dance Battle

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The slasher genre has many roots, and some of its deepest are buried beneath the Canadian snow. In the debut episode of Cult Film School, Adrian and Dion brave the Canadian winter to explore two influential slasher classics: Curtains (1983) and Black Christmas (1974). From eerie snow-covered settings and unforgettable kills to the surprising role Canada played in shaping the slasher genre, join them as they uncover why these homegrown horrors helped define the genre itself.

Chapters:

0:00:16 - Welcome to Cult Film School

0:01:34 - Curtains (1983): Plot Summary & Discussion

0:38:30 - Black Christmas (1974): Plot Summary & Discussion

1:19:55 - Canadian Slashers

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What makes a cult film... a cult film? In this introduction to Cult Film School, meet hosts Adrian and Dion as they share their love of cinema and explain what inspired the podcast. Discover what defines a cult classic, what you can expect from future episodes, and why some of the most unforgettable films ever made aren't always the biggest box office hits. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just beginning your cult film journey, class starts here.

Chapters:

0:00:14 - Welcome to Cult Film School

0:00:35 - Meet Adrian & Dion

0:01:03 - What is Cult Film School?

Connect with Adrian & Dion:

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Instagram ~ @cultfilmschool

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