Evil Sexy Hamlet Podcast
by Evil Sexy Hamlet
A podcast about movies from a pair of cinema-sick minds. Join writer/critic Andy Andersen and partner Jenna for a weekly rundown of the movies they watched, from the latest theatrical releases to streaming gems to cult classics on VHS. Subscribe to Evil Sexy Hamlet evilsexyhamlet.substack.com
Episodes
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‘Clayface’ and Claude Rains²
Andy & Jenna review ‘Clayface,’ DC’s Batman villain spin-off turned Cronenberg-ish body horror monster movie (02:20). Then it’s more monster movies including two versions of ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ (30:38) followed by more Claude Rains (45:23) and everyone’s favorite ‘Halloween’ movie sans...
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You Can See [Ken Russell’s ‘The Devils’ in] Everything
Big week for the real heads! Andy & Jenna review ‘You Can See Everything,’ the WTF documentary sensation sweeping the nation (02:18). Then they talk the long-awaited re-release of Ken Russell’s ‘The Devils’ (42:47), why this 55-year old film, in its uncut entirety, might be the cinematic…
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Evil Sexy ‘Other Mommy’
Andy & Jenna review ‘Other Mommy’ (03:17) and ‘V/H/S Mixtape’ (20:09), a pair of spooky-seasonal new releases that may leave something to be desired. Then they recap a ripper of a week in horror, from ‘Blood of Dracula’ (30:53) and ‘Night of the Creeps’ (42:10) to ‘Tombs of the Blind Dead’…
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We’re ‘Digger’d
Bang bang bang! Andy & Jenna review ‘Digger,’ the Tom Cruise/Iñárritu mega-flop that deserves more cred for being sneaky good—starting with a spoiler-free assessment (5:21), followed by a fuller, spoiler-heavy breakdown (19:38). Then they revisit a Cruise camp classic (34:05), get down with…
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Ready for ‘Primetime’
Have a seat, Hamlets. Andy & Jenna review ‘Primetime,’ Lance Oppenheim’s debut narrative feature with Robert Pattinson’s gonzo performance as Chris Hansen at its center (3:22). Then they pay tribute to the late, great Gerrit Graham with a ‘Phantom of the Paradise’ rewatch (45:29), get down with…
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‘Resident Evil’ Resident Sexy Resident Hamlet
Andy & Jenna review ‘Resident Evil,’ Zach Cregger’s visionary overhaul of a tired IP that’s already being hailed as the best video-game movie ever (4:35). Then they kick off the spooky season with a family-friendly Amblin creature feature (33:51) and a deliciously perverted Frankenstein joint...
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‘They Live’ in an ‘Onslaught’
Andy & Jenna review ‘Onslaught,’ Adam Wingard’s John-Carptenter-coded One Battle After Another (2:35). Then they revisit Disney’s ‘Robin Hood’ (31:24) see the signs in John Carpenter’s ‘They Live’ (49:18) and pour one out for Dolly Parton with ‘9 to 5’ (1:05:42). Movies covered in the episode:...
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Coyote vs. Acme vs. Maddie vs. Secret
Andy & Jenna review ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ (02:17) and catch up on ‘Maddie’s Secret’ (19:31). Then they pour one out for Tim Curry with ‘Muppet Treasure Island’ (30:56) and ‘Legend’ (42:40) before rockin’ and rollin’ at ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll High School’ (1:00:45). Movies covered in the episode: Coyote vs....
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Party at ‘The End of Oak Street’
Andy & Jenna end the summer movie season on ‘The End of Oak Street’ (2:20). Then, Andy reviews ‘Tony,’ Matt Johnson’s coming-of-age dramedy inside an Anthony Bourdain origin story (22:16). In the back half, ‘20,000 Leagues Under the Sea’ (38:16), ‘Lisztomania’ (49:47), and ‘The Doom Generation’...
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‘The Wrong Girls’ Are Alright
Andy & Jenna review ‘The Wrong Girls,’ a largely successful millennial revamp of the stoner comedy (01:49). Then they revisit ‘Peter Pan,’ why it might be the most offensive and most beautifully rendered Disney animated classic (14:07). Finally, it’s a big week for rock-opera fans: Andy makes the...
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We All 'Scream' for 'Sheep Detectives'
Andy & Jenna catch up on ‘The Sheep Detectives,’ now streaming on Prime Video (2:11). Then they explore the small-town existential terror of ‘Something Wicked This Way Comes’ (12:43) and celebrate the 30th anniversary of ‘Scream’ with a 16mm viewing and an after-dark review of ‘Scream 7’ from…
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Spider-Man Brand: Tomdaya
Andy & Jenna review ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ a late-stage Marvel joint that benefits (at the box office) from also being a Tomdaya vanity project (2:15). Then they revisit the existential terror of ‘The Brave Little Toaster’ (22:54), the virtues of being ‘Eaten Alive’ by an alligator…sorry, a...
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Your Podcast Hell
Andy & Jenna review ‘Her Private Hell,’ Nicolas Winding Refn’s first bisexual-lighting fever dream feature in 10 years (1:35). Then they revisit Refn’s ‘Only God Forgives’ (25:27) and follow up Chris Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ with Disney’s ‘Hercules’ (38:48). Finally, they catch up on the latest ‘Mortal...
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The Agony and 'The Odyssey'
It’s a quadruple-feature presentation this week on ESH! Andy & Jenna start with Christopher Nolan’s much-anticipated ‘The Odyssey’ (2:10), then switch gears to the latest ‘Evil Dead’ flick (33:42) followed by Olivia Wilde’s hit couple(s) comedy ‘The Invite’ (47:11). Finally, they catch up on…
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'Minions & Monsters' & Newman & Woodward
Andy & Jenna review ‘Minions & Monsters,’ an unexpected movie about the magic of the movies or whatever (2:18). Then it’s a recap of our 4th of July weekend viewing (16:07) and another round in the ‘Backrooms’ with the ‘Everything Must Go Edition’ (1:03:05). Movies covered in the episode: Minions…
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Long Live 'Jackass' + Best of '26 So Far
Andy & Jenna review ‘Jackass: Best and Last’ the final chapter of the beloved generation-defining franchise (1:33). What happened here? Why’s this only amount to half a new ‘Jackass’ movie? Why not take one. last. full. ride? Then, it’s our Best of the Year So Far ranking. Andy & Jenna give their...
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The Toys and 'The Furious'
Andy & Jenna review ‘Toy Story 5’ for the horse girls (2:27) and ‘The Furious’ for the action girlies (20:50). Then it’s the annual summer kick-off ‘Caddyshack’ rewatch (31:10) and another romp with the Marx Brothers (45:03). Tune in next week for our Best of the Year So Far ranking! Movies…
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Night and 'Disclosure Day'
Andy & Jenna review ‘Disclosure Day,’ Steven Spielberg’s new UFO thriller (2:12). How’s it stack up against the rest of the Spielbergian humanity-affirming-alien-encounter oeuvre? Then it’s another Disney animated classic revisited (28:55), ‘Flash Gordon’ saving the universe (45:52), more…
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Friends of 'Masters of the Universe'
Andy & Jenna approach the ‘Masters of the Universe’ as friends, not skull-faced enemies, reviewing what worked (surprisingly, a lot!) and what didn’t in the latest mediocre IP-baiting failed blockbuster (2:35). Plus, catching up on the latest Disney-Pixar joint (29:25), more 3D Blu-ray action...
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'Backrooms' Nation
Andy & Jenna review ‘Backrooms,’ the internet-horror sensation taking the nation by storm (2:31). Then it’s a problematic Disney classic re-evaluated (31:44) some top-tier Cronenberg (48:42) and catchin’ up with the Boss (1:09:49). Movies covered in the episode: Backrooms (2026) Dir. Kane Parsons…
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'The Mandalorian' and a Bunch of Freaky Lil Guys
Andy & Jenna review ‘Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu’ a cute lil creature feature arriving in theaters just in time to scrape the absolute bottom of the Disney-Star Wars barrel (1:53). Then, it’s James Bond in I.B Technicolor (24:03), ‘Creature from the Black Lagoon’ in 3D (41:55) and Jon...
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Obsessed
Andy & Jenna review ‘Obsession,’ the latest theatrical horror sensation from a YouTuber-turned-Hollywood-wunderkind (1:42). Then it’s a delicious bit of early-’90s softcore schlock (17:07) and a delightful ‘Send Help’ rewatch (28:15). Movies covered in the episode: Obsession (2026) Dir. Curry...
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A Bunch a 'Hokum'
Andy & Jenna review ‘Hokum,’ Damien McCarthy’s sleek, solid horror followup to ‘Oddity.’ But is it too solid for its own good (1:30)? In the back half, we clock a bona fide Hollywood classic (16:57) and a bunch of weird stuff (28:31, 41:19, 50:04). Movies covered in the episode: Hokum (2026) Dir....
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It's 'Normal' in America
Andy & Jenna review ‘Normal,’ Bob Odenkirk’s ‘Nobody’ follow-up that packs its own punch, thanks to director Ben Wheatley (2:20). For the rest of the week in movies, we rewatch everything from ‘Johnny Guitar’ (16:29) to ‘Star Wars’ (51:12) with a little ‘Twilight’ in between (31:55). Movies…
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Hi, Mother Mary!
Andy & Jenna review ‘Mother Mary,’ David Lowery’s Perfect Blue-coded haunting of a pop star (1:29). Then, more ‘Jackass’ in prep for the upcoming ‘Jackass: Best and Last’ (18:56), some early De Palma starring a young thirst trap Robert De Niro (33:09), ‘Heathers’ (46:36) and a couple new release...
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Keep on Cronin, Mummy
Andy & Jenna get their Cronin on with ‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ (1:39) and catch up on ‘Sentimental Value’ (24:18). Plus, ‘Black Bag’ revisited (17:00) and ‘Gunbuster: The Movie’ after dark (35:00). Movies covered in the episode: Lee Cronin’s The Mummy (2026) Dir. Lee Cronin * Now in Theaters…
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Super Mario the Game the Movie: Part: II
Andy & Jenna review the money-making juggernaut that is ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ (4:30) before a well-rounded rest of the week in movies, including ‘Fletch’ (20:51) ‘Carrie’ (28:33) ‘Ballerina’ vs. Bond (40:35) and more! Movies covered in the episode: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026)…
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Oh 'The Drama'
Andy & Jenna review ‘The Drama,’ Zendaya and Robbert Pattinson’s hot-weirdo take on the indie romcom (1:47). Then they check out ‘Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice’ (26:04) a John-Wick rip-off buddy comedy with two Vince Vaughns in it! In the back half, ‘La Bamba’ (35:58) ‘Blade Runner’ (41:50) and ‘No...
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Not Another 'Ready or Not' Movie
Andy & Jenna review ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’ — what works and what doesn’t in this bloody, bloody sequel (1:48). Then they discuss ‘52 Pick-Up,’ a schlocky 80s crime flick elevated by the God Frankenheimer (21:45). Finally, Andy recaps a recent rewatch of the Daniel Craig-Bond movies…
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Project Hail Meh
Andy & Jenna review ‘Project Hail Mary’ (3:11) an early breakout hit for the year that might not be quite so spiffy as it thinks it is. Then they review the A24-acquired audio thriller ‘undertone’ (23:16). In the back half: ‘SLC Punk’ (32:04) and more Ben Wheatley (42:05). Movies covered in the...
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Evil Sexy Oscars 3
Welcome to the 3rd annual Evil Sexy Oscars! After a quick recap of the 98th Academy Awards telecast Andy & Jenna review what won and what should’ve won in most of the major categories. Plus, they give their respective alternative picks. Who will win the Jenna for Best Actor? The Andy for Editing?...
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The Bride Exclamation Point
Here comes the motherf*&%ing ESH review of ‘The Bride!’ (1:58) Maggie Gyllenhaal’s girlboss feminist ‘Bride of Frankenstein’ revamp. Then, Andy & Jenna review EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert’ (22:14) and ‘Fakham Hall’ (30:21). In the back half: ‘Valley Girl’ (39:28) ‘Re-Wind’ (48:22) and...
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If I Had a Bike I'd 'Pillion' You
It’s another kinky feature presentation at ESH: Andy & Jenna review ‘Pillion’ (1:53). Then, more award-season catch-up with ‘If I Had Legs I’d Kick You’ (14:21), followed by a trio of boy-movie action — ‘Face/Off’ (22:21), ‘Goldeneye’ (35:13) and ‘Jackass Number Two’ (46:24) — and a…
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Heights: Wuthered
Andy & Jenna review ‘Wuthering Heights’ (1:48) Emerald Fennell’s divisive new A-list Gothic TikTok-generation softcore starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. And yes… our ‘Heights’ were ‘Wuthered’ despite some of the movie’s critical flaws. Then it’s a 2025 catch-up double-feature: Richard...
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I'm in an 'Iron Lung' and You're Not
Andy & Jenna review ‘Iron Lung’ (4:29) the sci-fi indie YouTuber-to-filmmaker-pipeline sensation that’s sweeping the nation. Then they discuss the lackluster CNN doc ‘I’m Chevy Chase and You’re Not (16:25). In the back half, it’s ‘Batman & Robin’ on HBO Max (23:06) ‘Wizards’ on DVD (40:00) a...
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Don't 'Send Help' if I'm stranded on an island with Rachel McAdams
Andy & Jenna review ‘Send Help’ (1:51) the new Sam Raimi flick that drops us in shockingly classic Raimi territory. In the back half, some dark-fantasy rotoscope animation on Shudder (13:42) and the new Netflix doc ‘Secret Mall Apartment’ (19:44). Plus, ‘Jackass: The Movie’ (26:14) and a pair of...
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Does ‘The Rip’ Kinda Rip?
Andy & Jenna review ‘The Rip’ (1:57), Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s play for a viable cop-thriller Netflix slop. But does it actually kinda rip? Then, it’s legends only in the rest of our week in movies, from Mel Brooks (14:42) and Martin Scorsese (26:01) to Ingmar Bergman (38:54) and Elaine May...
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Keep on Rockin' at 'The Bone Temple'
Andy & Jenna review the first heavy-metal banger of the year: ‘28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ (3:30). How’s a sequel to a sequel make such a strong case for its own spin-off trilogy? Then it’s more 2025 catch-up with two recent releases on Shudder (21:09). In the back half, we got everything…
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Fire and A$$ and the Best Movies of 2025
Andy & Jenna review ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ and talk the virtues and vices of the James Cameron mind palace (1:54). Then it’s the lists you’ve all been waiting for: Andy & Jenna’s respective Top 10s of 2025 (18:11). Snubs and surprises guaranteed ;) This is a public episode. If you'd like to…
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Timmy Supreme
Happy New Year! Andy & Jenna get back at it with a ‘Marty Supreme’ review (3:15) plus a recap of all the holiday movies they watched over the break (26:00). Lock in ‘cause there’s a lot of ‘em. Movies covered in the episode: Marty Supreme (2025) Dir. Josh Safdie National Lampoon’s Christmas...
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Wake Up to 'Wake Up Dead Man'
Andy & Jenna review ‘Wake Up Dead Man,’ Rian Johnson’s latest Benoit Blanc mystery (1:37). Then, they conclude the annual ‘Lord of the Rings’ rewatch with ‘The Return of the King’ (19:19), recap a groovy 16mm stop-motion Christmas-movie trip (27:58), and pay tribute to Rob Reiner with an...
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Literal 'Train Dreams'
Andy & Jenna review ‘Train Dreams’ which incidentally lives up to its title and then some… seriously there are like eight or nine literal “train dreams” in this joint (1:47). Then, the annual ‘Lord of the Rings’ rewatch continues with ‘The Two Towers’ (15:29), followed by another castle-heavy...
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Wicked [not] Good
It’s another straight-out-the-theater review — Wicked: For Good, the much-anticipated “Part 2” of the hit musical adaptation (3:45). Then Andy & Jenna start the annual Lord of the Rings rewatch (16:00), discover a gem from the ‘70s paranoia thriller pantheon (28:28), hang with some French zombies...
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She's a 'Keeper'
Andy & Jenna start us off with their straight out the theater review of Osgood Perkins’ ‘Keeper,’ the latest good-for-her breakup horror movie (1:15). Then they log some 007 (12:38), Denzel (22:27), and a ‘Weapons’ rewatch (29:25). Finally, Jenna reviews ‘Burnt Offerings’ (36:16) and Andy gives…
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'Predator' Bad, Man
Andy & Jenna review ‘Predator: Badlands’ from right outta the theater: why it landed with a bit of a thud and why folks might be copin’ with their generous praise for this PG-13 ‘Predator’ movie (2:25). Then they catch up on ‘Materialists’ (14:44), rewatch ‘Lady and the Tramp’ (26:54), take a…
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Scarlet 'Bugonia's
Andy & Jenna review ‘Bugonia,’ the latest Yorgos Lanthimos joint starring Emma Stone as another sociopathic girlboss… Andromedan? (1:46) Then they recap their last week of spooky-season watches, including a ‘Friday the 13th’ (18:00), ‘Ichabod and Mr. Toad’ (32:04), ‘Killer Clowns’ (37:04), and…
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Frankenstein, Frankenstein, FRANKENSTEIN!!
It’s ‘Frankenweek’ on the Evil Sexy Hamlet podcast! First, Andy & Jenna review Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ — why it works and what the initial critical shrug might have missed (3:10). Then they revisit Universal’s classic 1931 ‘Frankenstein’ (23:07) and Hammer’s ‘Curse of Frankenstein’...
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After the Black Phone
Andy & Jenna review ‘Black Phone 2’ a much-anticipated horror sequel that only kinda delivers the goods (2:08). Then they dive into ‘After the Hunt,’ Luca Guadagnino’s latest and, for many, biggest head-scratcher (19:42). In the back half, getting reacquainted with ‘Tron: Legacy’ (48:52)…
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'Roofman' Proof
Andy & Jenna review ‘Roofman,’ a pleasant enough middle-brow American crime movie starring Channing Tatum and directed by Derek Cianfrance (2:05). Then, it’s the original ‘Tron’ (12:51) and ‘Death Proof’ revisited… with a vengeance (27:17), followed by ‘Night of the Living Dead’ and a so-so…
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The Smashing Halloween
Andy & Jenna dig into Fall movie season with ‘The Smashing Machine,’ a middle-brow Awards-bait release for A24 and The Rock (2:46) and ‘V/H/S/ Halloween,’ the latest drop from the found-footage horror anthology franchise (23:02). In the back half, a ‘Naked Gun’ rewatch (42:02), some French…
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About this show
A podcast about movies from a pair of cinema-sick minds. Join writer/critic Andy Andersen and partner Jenna for a weekly rundown of the movies they watched, from the latest theatrical releases to streaming gems to cult classics on VHS. Subscribe to Evil Sexy Hamlet
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