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Queer by Candlelight
by Elizabeth Crane and Dahlia Kumar
A horror movie review podcast by, for, and about queer women. A biweekly dive into some of our horror favorites, hosted by Elizabeth Crane and Dahlia Kumar. New episodes the 2nd and 4th Friday of every month. Please contact us at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Ep. 13- The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021) ft. Prof. Kathryn Schwarz
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...
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Ep. 12- The Hunger (1983)
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...
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Ep. 11- Pearl (2022) ft. special guest Samantha
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...
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Ep. 10- Jennifer's Body (2009)
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,...
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Ep. 9- Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (1982)
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...
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Ep. 8- Suspiria (2018)
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...
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Ep. 7- Midsommar (2019)
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,...
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Ep. 6- Hellraiser (1987)
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 ___________ Follow...
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Ep. 5- American Horror Story: Murder House (2011)
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…
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Ep. 4- The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) ft. Adrian Swann
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…
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Ep. 3- Rebecca (1940)
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,...
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Ep. 2- The Haunting of Bly Manor (2020)
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,...
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Ep. 1- Crimson Peak (2015)
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...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A horror movie review podcast by, for, and about queer women. A biweekly dive into some of our horror favorites, hosted by Elizabeth Crane and Dahlia Kumar. New episodes the 2nd and 4th Friday of every month. Please contact us at [email protected]
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
HOSTED BY
Elizabeth Crane and Dahlia Kumar
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How many episodes does Queer by Candlelight have?
Queer by Candlelight currently has 13 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Queer by Candlelight about?
A horror movie review podcast by, for, and about queer women. A biweekly dive into some of our horror favorites, hosted by Elizabeth Crane and Dahlia Kumar. New episodes the 2nd and 4th Friday of every month. Please contact us at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
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Queer by Candlelight has 13 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Queer by Candlelight is created and hosted by Elizabeth Crane and Dahlia Kumar.
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