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Why do we love bad movies? Is it the terrible acting, bizarre plots, or practical effects gone awry? On this episode of Movies and a Microphone, we are diving into the weird-but-charming world of bad horror films, cult classics and other B-movies.  Our panel talks about Troll 2, The Room, and other favorites like Birdemic, Sharknado, and Plan 9 from Outer Space. Plus: a real-or-fake B-movie quiz featuring some truly ridiculous movie titles. (Blood Car? Meth Gator?? Bambi: The Reckoning???)  About our panel: Scott Pukos is the Host of Movies and a Microphone and the Director of Communications for the Little Theatre.  Danielle Del Plato is the VHS collector at Donnie's Video, a member of the Greater Western New York Film Critics Association and a Troll 2 connoisseur  Matt Passantino is a film critic for CITY Magazine and GWNFCA member  Danica Kelley is a Corporate Sponsorship & Marketing Coordinator at WXXI Public Media and self-described Nilbog resident  --- Watch this episode on YouTube. See Troll 2 + Best Worst Movie at The Little Sunday, October 4. Find more episodes of Movies and a Microphone See what else is happening at The Little Theatre.  --- Movies and a Microphone is a production of the Little Theatre and WXXI Public Media.  Become a Little Member to help us bring great movies, music, and art to the greater Rochester community.  Become a WXXI Member to support arts and culture programming in Rochester and beyond.

Edward Ashton’s Mickey7 took a wildly unlikely path to the big screen. Before the book was even published, Warner Bros. optioned it. Then Bong Joon Ho signed on to direct, with Robert Pattinson starring in Mickey 17. Following a sold-out screening at The Little Theatre, Scott Pukos talks with Ashton about bringing his novel to the screen. Ashton discusses his relationship with Bong, the scene he insisted had to remain in the film, Pattinson’s performance, the inspiration behind the creepers, and why the movie needed more deaths than the book. Ashton also speaks about his eight novel, the Fourth Consort, released shortly after the film's debut. Since this conversation was recorded, Ashton has released a new novel, After the Fall, about a future where aliens have turned humans into pets. His next novel, Mickey Prime, is expected in March of 2027. Watch the Q&A on YouTube Find the latest screenings and events on our website

Episode 54: Oscar noms, snubs, and fictional awards by The Little Theatre

Part 2 of our Spooky Season 2025 series explores the specters who visit The House of Silent Shadows. We sit down and interview paranormal investigator Vinny Carbone about his favorite ghost stories, his investigations, and his (potentially haunted) trinkets.

The Little crew dives into the Spooky Season 2025 lineup. We preview the films, drop some fun facts, and reveal the process of programming the horror-filled series.

Sophie's Choice a perfect 4/20 movie? Most of our panel doesn't recommend it, but some are saying it's the move. The Little podcast crew chat about favorite films for this sacred holiday.

Ah, love. The Little crew breaks down Valentine's Day movies, films to swoon for, and twisted love pictures.

We took The Substance and discussed the 2025 Oscar Nominations. Tomfoolery ensued!

As the High Falls Women in Film Series at The Little gets ready to screen 2020's "Birds of Prey", Scott, Candice, KP, Vanessa, Jackie, and Adam discuss the evolution of Harley Quinn, the importance of the femme anti-hero, and the pressure put on women filmmakers in the superhero movie realm. "Movies a a Microphone" is The Little Theatre's podcast, and can also be found on Soundcloud: / the-little-theatre-638484983 Birds of Prey screens Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 7:30pm at The Little Theatre. Details and tickets: https://thelittle.org/birds-of-prey/ The Little Theater: https://thelittle.org/

Movies, they're good! Our Little Crew is back to chat about the 2024 Oscar nominations—Oppenheimer, Barbie, Past Lives, Poor Things, and more. Snubs! Fake awards! we have it all.

Spooky Season returns to the House of Silent Shadows. Little staff previews the October 2023 lineup (in a possibly haunted historic theatre).

Googly eyes, alternative Oscars (hello best comedy and best animal actors!), snubs and more. The Little staff previews our upcoming Oscar Trivia Party + shares their thoughts on Hollywood's biggest night.

The High Falls Women in Film Series takes over "Movies & A Microphone" - the Little's Podcast - to discuss queer representation in film, 90s romcoms, and more! "But I'm a Cheerleader" (Director's Cut) screens at The Little on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. Screening details: https://thelittle.org/but-im-a-cheerleader-feb-15/

Scott Pukos, Jackie McGriff, Mona Seghatoleslami, Matt Passantino, Adam Lubitow, and Matt DeTurck discuss the 2022 Oscar Nominations! What do they love? What was snubbed? Find out in this 1-hour chat about movie-awards and year-end favorites!

Scott Pukos, Jackie McGriff, Adam Lubitow, and Matt DeTurck chat about movies coming out in December 2021, and beyond! What’s on the horizon? What has awards buzz? What other podcast topic ideas does Jackie have? What other series are coming to The Little? WOW! Tons of great movie madness!