Welcome to The Film Library, a podcast from Kanopy for movie fans who want to dive just a little deeper.
Hosted by Kristy Puchko (Entertainment Editor at Mashable) and Jeff Rauseo (movie lover, collector, and social media creator), The Film Library is your guide to discovering the stories behind the movies you love and the hidden gems you haven’t met yet. Inspired by Kanopy’s themed collections, Kristy and Jeff shine a spotlight on unforgettable performances, cult classics, overlooked Oscar snubs, and timeless cinema moments that deserve your attention.
Whether they’re breaking down a campy horror legend or raving about a scene-stealing supporting actor, their banter is thoughtful, hilarious, and refreshingly down to earth. No film degree required - just curiosity and a library card.
With over 30,000 movies, documentaries, and TV shows available for free on Kanopy (no ads, no subscription, just your public or university library login), your next great watch is waiting.
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Welcome to The Film Library, a podcast from Kanopy for movie fans who want to dive just a little deeper.
Hosted by Kristy Puchko (Entertainment Editor at Mashable) and Jeff Rauseo (movie lover, collector, and social media creator), The Film Library is your guide to discovering the stories behind the movies you love and the hidden gems you haven’t met yet. Inspired by Kanopy’s themed collections, Kristy and Jeff shine a spotlight on unforgettable performances, cult classics, overlooked Oscar snubs, and timeless cinema moments that deserve your attention.
Whether they’re breaking down a campy horror legend or raving about a scene-stealing supporting actor, their banter is thoughtful, hilarious, and refreshingly down to earth. No film degree required - just curiosity and a library card.
With over 30,000 movies, documentaries, and TV shows available for free on Kanopy (no ads, no subscription, just your public or university library login), your next great watch is waiting.
Subscribe to The Film Library wherever you get your podcasts and stream every title at kanopy.com.
A Fright Fest for the Film-Obsessed: Kanopy’s Halloween Highlights
The Film Library: A Kanopy Podcast
33 minutes
1 month ago
A Fright Fest for the Film-Obsessed: Kanopy’s Halloween Highlights
Think you’ve seen it all when it comes to horror? Think again. Kristy and Jeff open the crypt to explore some of Kanopy’s creepiest, most unforgettable scares — from haunted Airbnbs and cursed convents to zombie trains and demonic detectives. It’s a cinematic séance for the film-obsessed.
🎬 Welcome back to The Film Library, a Kanopy podcast where we spotlight hidden gems, cult favorites, and movies that linger in your mind long after the credits roll — no film degree required.
This week, hosts Kristy Puchko (Entertainment Editor at Mashable) and Jeff Rauseo (film lover, horror junkie, and lifelong Halloween enthusiast) celebrate spooky season the only way they know how: with a full-blown Fright Fest. From psychological slow-burns to international nightmares, they’ve handpicked a lineup that proves the best horror isn’t always found at the box office.
Kristy kicks things off with The Rental — Dave Franco’s chilling home-invasion debut — and the unstoppable terror of Train to Busan, the South Korean zombie masterpiece that redefined the genre. She rounds things out with Oddity, a mind-bending Irish folk horror about loss, superstition, and one unforgettable wooden golem.
Jeff brings his own twisted delights: the religious psychodrama Immaculate starring Sydney Sweeney, the Turkish descent-into-hell nightmare Baskin, and the criminally underrated Exorcist III, a late sequel that’s smarter, scarier, and far more unsettling than anyone remembers.
Together, they dissect what makes horror so addictive — the tension, the catharsis, and the universal joy of being scared out of your mind.
So dim the lights, grab your garlic popcorn, and stream these frightful favorites on Kanopy — if you dare.
💀 Real scares. Cult classics. Zero tuition required.
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Stream the films we mention for free at kanopy.com with a library card or university ID from a participating institution.
The Film Library: A Kanopy Podcast
Welcome to The Film Library, a podcast from Kanopy for movie fans who want to dive just a little deeper.
Hosted by Kristy Puchko (Entertainment Editor at Mashable) and Jeff Rauseo (movie lover, collector, and social media creator), The Film Library is your guide to discovering the stories behind the movies you love and the hidden gems you haven’t met yet. Inspired by Kanopy’s themed collections, Kristy and Jeff shine a spotlight on unforgettable performances, cult classics, overlooked Oscar snubs, and timeless cinema moments that deserve your attention.
Whether they’re breaking down a campy horror legend or raving about a scene-stealing supporting actor, their banter is thoughtful, hilarious, and refreshingly down to earth. No film degree required - just curiosity and a library card.
With over 30,000 movies, documentaries, and TV shows available for free on Kanopy (no ads, no subscription, just your public or university library login), your next great watch is waiting.
Subscribe to The Film Library wherever you get your podcasts and stream every title at kanopy.com.
