Show notes
High school honor student by day, h**ker by night. In this episode we dive into the 1984 film 'Angel', exploring its place in exploitation cinema, the dynamics of sex positivity, and the representation of queer identities in the 1980s. We shift to the aesthetic appeal of low-budget films and how we could make an entire podcast just about Susan Terrell. Mere talks about her nostalgia for the pre-internet days and Greg recommends sho buy a Brick. 'Angel' has a few notable sequels so let us know if you like this episode and we will watch 'Angel 2: Avenging Angel'.Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdotes01:30 Overview of the Movie 'Angel'04:48 Exploration of Themes in 'Angel'10:05 Character Introductions and Dynamics15:00 The Killer's Role and Motivations20:04 Queer Representation and Social Commentary27:11 Exploring Themes of Childhood and Abandonment30:58 The Aesthetic Appeal of Low-Budget Films32:58 Susan Terrell's Unique Presence35:17 The Evolution of the 'Angel' Franchise37:15 The Punk Rock Spirit of Low-Budget Cinema40:55 The Challenges of Modern Filmmaking47:12 Creative Rigging and Filmmaking Innovations48:03 Exploration of Exploitation Cinema54:06 Nostalgia for Pre-Internet Days56:48 The B-Side Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
