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Dec. 13, 2024

Tiffany Helm Discusses Friday the 13th: A New Beginning

It's Friday the 13th! Actress Tiffany Helm joins Jeff and David to discuss her character, Violet, and take us back behind the scenes of Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning! It's not all dancing and hockey masks, though. …

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Dec. 10, 2024

Shane Black - Kiss Kiss Bang Bang

Jeff and Andrew are getting into the holiday spirit with Shane Black's snarky fast-talking dialogue, dark humor, and neo-noir story telling of his directorial debut; Kiss Kiss Bang Bang! We want to hear your feedback! Let us know here!...

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Dec. 3, 2024

George Lucas - THX 1138

Jeff and Andrew dive into the strange, directorial debut of George Lucas with their discussion about the dystopian future sci-fi thriller, THX 1138! For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... Podcast on...

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Nov. 26, 2024

Michael Crichton - Runaway

Amber welcomes Def Dave back for another classic from 1984. On this episode, they examine the near-future advanced world of robots in every home, Kiss musician-turned villain Gene Simmons' hair, and Tom Selleck's popularity in Michael Crichton's...

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Nov. 19, 2024

Danny Boyle - Sunshine

Andrew welcomes Chuck Bryan back to explore the themes of sacrifice, humanity, and internal darkness in Danny Boyle's highly underrated sci-fi journey into space... Sunshine! For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... Podcast on...

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Nov. 1, 2024

Catnip The Movie: A Discussion with the Cast and Crew!

Jeff and David welcome director Nyle Cavazos Garcia, co-producer David Thomas Newman, and famed actresses Tiffany Helm and Brooke Bundy of the upcoming Christmas horror creature feature Catnip! Join us for a behind-the-scenes conversation with this...

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Oct. 29, 2024

Joseph Ruben - Dreamscape

David and Scott welcome our friend, Def Dave from the Apples & Oranges Podcast to discuss one of 1984's underrated sci-fi horror films, Dreamscape! Check out https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/nylecavazosgarcia/catnip-the-movie for your chance...

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Oct. 22, 2024

Robert Zemeckis - What Lies Beneath

Jeff and David analyze the Hitchcock-inspired suspense, as well as the supernatural elements of Robert Zemeckis' moody, ghostly thriller What Lies Beneath! For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... Podcast on...

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Oct. 15, 2024

John Landis - Innocent Blood

This week, Jeff and Amber sink their fangs into an unusual vampire tale involving a seductive predator with a taste for bad guys, and a mob boss who lives life to the fullest... after his death. It's John Landis and …

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Oct. 8, 2024

Jack Sholder - The Hidden

Today's episode is made possible thanks to one of our Patreon members, James Buckley! David and Jeff discuss a cult classic starring Kyle MacLachlan tracking down a body-hopping alien parasite that's leaving a path of carnage in it's wake. Join …

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Oct. 1, 2024

Mike Nichols - Wolf

Amber and Jeff offer their thoughts on the unique blend of horror and dark comedy in Mike Nichols' 1994 romantic horror thriller, Wolf. After suffering a bite from a wolf, Jack Nicholson delivers a primal performance as a man struggling …

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Sept. 24, 2024

Tony Scott - The Last Boy Scout

Jeff and Andrew are talking football, the sharp wit of Shane Black's writing, and Bruce Willis at the height of his stardom in Tony Scott's underrated comedic action film, The Last Boy Scout! For exclusive episodes and content, check out …

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Sept. 17, 2024

Frank Capra - Arsenic and Old Lace

Arsenic and Old Lace celebrates its 80th anniversary this week! "The Authority on the Golden Age of Cinema" Robert Burnett returns for an in-depth conversation about Frank Capra's macabre comedy! For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film...

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Sept. 10, 2024

GI JOE: A Real American Hero - The Revenge of Cobra

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 …

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Sept. 3, 2024

Tim Burton - Big Fish

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...

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