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We're soaring high this week with Iron Eagle! Jeff finds himself outnumbered in a dogfight against David and Scott, doing his best to convince them that this gem from 1986 (which debuted months before Top Gun) is worthy of respect …
80s movies. From the big screen to the boom of home video rentals, it was a decade filled with some of the biggest and best movies. But which year was the best? Following the fun of our Best of the …
Part Two of our conversation with actor and musician Courtney Gains focuses on several of his memorable film roles. Courtney shares incredible stories about working for Dennis Hopper on Colors, auditioning for Memphis Belle, the on-set mentorship he...
On our first "Phasers Set To Stun" episode, we recognize the popularity of the latest Star Trek television shows, and how they're building the fanbase. Did you skip Picard because you never watched Star Trek: The Next Generation? If you're …
"He's not the Messiah. He's a very naughty boy! Now, piss off!" Our limited series, "A Film at 45" is back to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the films of 1979. We're dusting off the end of a decade that …
Join us for a nostalgic trip back to the year 1996! We're exploring the culture, the music, and the message that films in 1996 offered, to determine whether they're classics, cult classics, or a product of their time! Jeff is …
We're halfway through the 2020s! We asked you to tell us what the best films of the decade are at this point and you did not disappoint! We've taken your lists, compiled the data, and have here what the Top …
Actress and musician Kat Lester joins Jeff and David for a chat about her iconic role as the Lady in Lavender in Don Coscarelli's 1979 horror classic, Phantasm! Kat shares her favorite stories from the set, her experiences at fan …
GRAB YOUR M41A PULSE RIFLE AND LISTEN UP! WE'VE GOT AN EXCITING NEW CHAPTER IN THE ALIEN FRANCHISE. Alien: Romulus invaded theaters this past weekend and I'm here to give you a spoiler-free review to help you determine …
ARE WE READY FOR ANOTHER CROW TO FLY? In 1994, I went to the theater 13 times to watch Brandon Lee's "Eric Draven" visit retribution on those who had wronged him. I went for the dark visuals and supernatural story. …
It's been 40 years since Ren McCormack drove his yellow '72 Volkswagen Beetle into Bomont, Indiana to fight city hall and end the town's ban on public dancing. While a great deal has changed in small-town America over four decades, …
Producer | Co-Host
Jeff Johnson is the Co-Creator, Producer, and Co-Host of the A Film By... podcast. Additionally, he leads the lively conversations on the limited series "1986," "1976," and the spoiler-free reviews of "Back to the Box Office." Jeff is a worthy opponent at 6 Degrees of Kevin Bacon, citing his days working for Suncoast Motion Picture Co. as "higher learning." His favorite films of all time include "Casablanca," "Rocky," and "Raiders of the Lost Ark." His favorite director is Steven Spielberg.
Co-Host
David Burns is a Co-Host on the A Film By... podcast. Additionally, he co-hosts our limited "A Film at 45" series, our Star Trek-themed "Phasers Set To Stun" series, and our "Back to the Box Office" reviews. David has been heavily featured on several other limited series, including "1986" and "1976." David is a professional photographer and filmmaker. While "Harvey" is his all-time favorite film, Steven Spielberg is his favorite director.
Co-Host
Scott Hoffman is a Co-Host on the A Film By... podcast, and can be heard offering his sharp, often comedic, insight on many of our limited "1986" episodes. He is the Co-Host of our limited "A Film at 45" series, and regularly features on several of other series, including our Star Trek-themed "Phasers Set To Stun." He is an advocate for imaginative storytelling, with a passion for stage and screen puppetry, comics, and animation. "Back to the Future," "The Iron Giant," and "Hot Fuzz" are among his favorite films. His favorite director is Steven Spielberg.
Co-Host
Wayne Whited is a Co-Host on the A Film By... podcast. His expertise on Star Trek has been highly beneficial on our Star Trek-themed series "Phasers Set To Stun," which he co-hosts. He is a writer and Executive Producer for Historical Productions Inc. and has an endearing interest in comic conventions; a passion he recently renewed and shares with several team members. Wayne lists "The Black Hole," "E.T.," and "The Empire Strikes Back" among his favorite films, but is quick to remind us that his preference is television. He counts "Star Trek," "Amazing Stories," and "Doctor Who" as personal favorites. Wayne's favorite director is Steven Spielberg.
Featured Talent
Andrew Blakley is a member of the A Film By... team, and as our "in-house" expert on 1986 movies, he is prominently featured in our limited "1986" series. He has contributed to numerous episodes on our Patreon, and has several guest spots on other podcasts. As Owner and Roaster of Black Key Coffee, he provides the ideal beverage to enjoy while listening to your favorite podcast. Andrew lists "The Princess Bride," "Jaws," and "Aliens" among his favorite films. His favorite directors are Danny Boyle and Martin McDonagh.
Featured Talent
Amber Lewis is a member of the A Film By... team. Listeners quickly gravitated to her witty banter and feisty comebacks, earning her the nickname "The Voice of Reason." In addition to being featured on our main show, she has appeared numerous times on our various limited series, as well as our exclusive episodes on Patreon. Amber counts "Alien," "Notorious," and "Superman: The Movie" among her favorite films. Her favorite director is Christopher Nolan.
