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Today is the 40th anniversary of the G.I. JOE miniseries, The Revenge of Cobra! We're back with an animated conversation about the new faces, familiar story beats, and fresh action that filled the second 5-part miniseries from 1984.  If you love G.I....

In this episode, we dive into Tim Burton's whimsical and emotionally charged film, Big Fish. Jeff and Amber explore the story that is both fantastical and profoundly heartfelt. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to Burton’s world, this episode...

On this special episode, Jeff heads to trial with James Buckley for a riveting conversation about the tension, legal maneuvering, and powerful storytelling found in our top 5 courtroom movies! Join us as we dissect these films and explore what makes...

In the latest episode of A Film By..., Jeff and Amber dive into the dark, action-packed world of Fede Alvarez's 2018 thriller, The Girl in the Spider's Web. They explore the film's intense atmosphere, the portrayal of the iconic character Lisbeth...

With some time to spare before they head to the theater to see "Trap," Jeff and David dive into M. Night Shyamalan's twisted tale about a young woman held prisoner by one man, and his 24 personalities. It's a tense conversation about incredible...

By listener request, Jeff and Amber debate the merit of Robert Altman's work with a nuanced conversation about celebrity cameos, tracking shots, and what may be cinema's worst directed sex scene. Join us for "The Player!" For exclusive episodes and...

If you enjoyed our limited "1986" series, this episode is for you! This week, we hijacked our Patreon to bring you the Chuck Norris action classic, "The Delta Force!"  For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... Podcast...

When most of the A Film By... team go on vacation at the same time, Jeff and Dave scan Tubi for a hidden gem. What they find is a little known Kevin Bacon film from 1987! "White Water Summer" is a coming-of-age thriller packed with tense action! For...

Jeff and Dave take a SPOILER-FREE journey out west to discuss Kevin Costner's underrated 2024 western epic, "Horizon: An American Saga Chapter 1." For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... Podcast...

Jeff and Amber travel the roads to Aquila, discussing swords, evil curses, and true love, plus Wayne Whited returns for another brief "score session" in this episode covering a film by Richard Donner; his 1985 underrated fantasy film "Ladyhawke." ...

Jeff and Scott look to the L.A. skies to catch sight of 1938's jetpack-wearing hero out to stop evil, in Joe Johnston's pulp action adventure classic; starring Billy Campbell, Jennifer Connelly, and Timothy Dalton. Let's fly with "The Rocketeer!" For...

Jeff and Andrew are heading to the rodeo for a look at life on the road, and what it takes to bring home the PRCA World Championship in John G. Avildsen's underrated bull riding drama, "8 Seconds." Are you ready to cowboy up? For exclusive episodes...

How far would you humilate yourself for $25 million dollars? Jeff and Amber discuss the wildly funny antics of a devious family that includes Michael J. Fox, Phil Hartman, Colleen Camp, and many more, as they wait around for their ederly Uncle Joe to...

School is out for the summer, but Amber and Jeff are heading back to class to discuss morals, ethics, and what it takes to when the class presidency in Alexander Payne's "Election!" For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... Podcast...

Steel Dragon's "Livin' the Life" tour is the hottest metal act out there. Jeff has an extra ticket and he's inviting Dayton Johnson from the Docking Bay 77 Podcast to the show. Get ready to stand up and shout for Stephen Herek's "Rock Star!" For...