Part 3 of The Holiday Season - December/Christmas!

On this episode of the Rare Cuts Media Society, hosts Andrew, Mike, Eric, and Rob dive into the unconventional holiday spirit with a deep discussion of the 2003 animated film "Tokyo Godfathers." Rob Picked this month and leads the group through the unique story of three homeless individuals in Tokyo who find an abandoned newborn on Christmas Eve, sparking a wild journey filled with unexpected twists, emotional revelations, and plenty of holiday chaos. The crew reflects on the stylistic choices of anime, the impact of director Satoshi Kon, and the way the film handles themes like found family, redemption, and LGBTQ representation. Along the way, expect plenty of laughs, personal insights, and even some friendly score debates as the hosts dissect what sets "Tokyo Godfathers" apart as a holiday gem. Whether you're an anime veteran or a newcomer, this episode is a festive rare cut you won't want to miss!

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Part 2 of The Holiday Season - November/Thanksgiving!

This month, Mike brings the 2015 indie drama "Krisha" to the Thanksgiving table—a movie about a woman who reenters her family’s orbit for a tension-filled Thanksgiving after years struggling with addiction.

Joined by Andrew, Rob, and Eric, the hosts dig into what makes this micro-budget film both unsettling and deeply authentic, from its real-life family casting to the spiraling anxiety and confrontation at the heart of its story. The conversation tackles everything from acting performances and family dynamics to why Thanksgiving is the perfect holiday setting for catastrophe. Plus, the hosts don’t shy away from how uncomfortable and relatable the film’s depiction of familial stress can be. Stay tuned for honest reactions, a touch of humor, and the usual Rare Cuts scoring, as the crew asks: Can a homemade movie about a fractured holiday actually stick with you—and would anyone ever dare let Krisha cook the turkey again?

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Part 1 of The Holiday Season - October/Halloween!

In this episode, Eric Andrew, Rob, and Mike dive deep into the eerie 1988 film Lady in White—a unique Halloween-season pick that blends ghostly chills with heartfelt, personal storytelling. Set in 1962, the movie follows young Frankie Scarlatti as he uncovers a decades-old mystery, encountering both supernatural forces and the grim realities of small-town life. Andrew Picked for October and Halloween In this episode, the hosts unpack the film’s origins as a deeply autobiographical project by writer-director Frank LaLoggia, discuss its distinctive 1960s upstate New York setting, and debate whether Lady in White truly qualifies as a horror film—or is it something else entirely? From personal stories and technical filmmaking challenges to themes of racial tension and family, no unsettling detail goes untouched. Join the Rare Cuts crew as they explore what makes Lady in White stand out, how its shoestring budget shaped the final product, and why it remains a noteworthy, if underseen, entry in the Halloween movie canon.

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