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Feb. 17, 2025

Peter Weir - Witness

Jeff and Amber are heading to Lancaster County for the 40th anniversay of Peter Weir's crime thriller, Witness, starring Harrison Ford and Kelly McGillis! The film examines the clashing of pacifism and violence, as a young Amish boy who witnessed …

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Feb. 12, 2025

Phasers Set To Stun: Star Trek II The Wrath of Khan

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of all things Star Trek, with a look at television shows, animation, movies, and much more! Our crew is back on the bridge to discuss the Star Trek film that is …

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Feb. 10, 2025

Robert Townsend - The Five Heartbeats

Def Dave stops by to share his love of Motown music with a discussion about Robert Townsend's semi-autobiographical music drama, The Five Heartbeats! For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... Podcast on...

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Feb. 7, 2025

The Music of Jerry Goldsmith: Our Top 5 Favorite Scores

David and Wayne welcome Chuck Bryan from The Cinematic Flashback Podcast back to the show to celebrate one of their favorite composers, Jerry Goldsmith, with their top five favorites of his scores! For exclusive episodes and content, check out A...

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Feb. 3, 2025

Carl Franklin - Devil in a Blue Dress

We're celebrating Black History Month with Carl Franklin's Devil in a Blue Dress, an atmospheric film noir that's equal parts mystery and social commentary. Denzel Washington leads a powerhouse cast in this thriller that captures the essence of both...

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Jan. 29, 2025

Phasers Set To Stun: Section 31 Review

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of all things Star Trek, with a look at television shows, animation, movies, and much more! A new Star Trek film has been released directly to Paramount+ and our crew is …

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Jan. 27, 2025

Paul Schrader - Blue Collar

Jeff and Amber are taking aim at tense relationships, the struggles that come with a union job, and one of Richard Pryor's greatest performances in Paul Schrader's directorial debut, Blue Collar! For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film...

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Jan. 22, 2025

1. Phasers Set To Stun: Trekxpectations - Stardate 12501.22

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of all things Star Trek, with a look at the television shows, animation, movies, and much more! This episode, our crew is back on the bridge ready to discuss all the …

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Jan. 20, 2025

Rob Reiner - The American President

It's Inauguration Day, so Jeff and Amber are discussing one of their favorite movie presidents in Rob Reiner's political romantic comedy, The American President. Listen as they talk minor controversies behind the scenes, Michael Douglas' move toward...

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Jan. 17, 2025

A Chat with Phantasm's Lady in Lavender: Kat Lester

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 …

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Jan. 14, 2025

Robert Eggers - The Northman

Our 6th season kicks off with current in-demand director Robert Eggers and his 2022 historical Viking epic, The Northman! Jeff and Amber offer a thrilling, in-depth conversation about the raw portrayal of Viking culture, and the powerful performances,...

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Jan. 3, 2025

Top 10 of the 2020s

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 …

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Dec. 28, 2024

1996: Beautiful Girls

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! To close …

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Dec. 25, 2024

Phasers Set To Stun: recapping Lower Decks S5.E10 The New Next Genera…

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of all things Star Trek, with a look at the television shows, animation, movies, and more. On this week's episode, our crew discusses the bittersweet end of Star Trek: Lower Decks …

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Dec. 24, 2024

Ted Demme - The Ref

It's Christmas Eve! Before you head home for the holidays, Jeff and Amber are debating dysfunctional families, Christmas, and Denis Leary in Ted Demme's The Ref! For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... Podcast on...

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Dec. 20, 2024

A Film at 45: The Black Hole

"The word "impossible", Mr. Booth, is only found in the dictionary of fools." Our limited series, "A Film at 45" is back for one last time to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the films of 1979! We're dusting off the …

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Dec. 18, 2024

Phasers Set To Stun: recapping Lower Decks S5.E9 Fissure Quest

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of all things Star Trek, with a look at the television shows, animation, movies, and more. On this week's episode, our crew welcomes the return of Star Trek: Lower Decks for …

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Dec. 17, 2024

Ang Lee: The Ice Storm

Jeff and David discuss Kevin Kline, substance abuse, and the swinging lifestyle of the 70s in Ang Lee's The Ice Storm. For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... Podcast on https://www.patreon.com/afilmbypodcast with a FREE 7-day...

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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. 11, 2024

Phasers Set To Stun: recapping Lower Decks S5.E8 Upper Decks

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of all things Star Trek, with a look at the television shows, animation, movies, and more. On this week's episode, our crew welcomes the return of Star Trek: Lower Decks for …

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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. 6, 2024

A Film at 45: Star Trek The Motion Picture

"Spock, this "child" is about to wipe out every living thing on Earth. Now, what do you suggest we do? Spank it?" It's December 6th, 2024, and 45 years ago, Star Trek The Motion Picture was released in theaters! Scott …

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Dec. 4, 2024

Phasers Set To Stun: recapping Lower Decks S5.E7 Fully Dilated

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of all things Star Trek, with a look at the television shows, animation, movies, and more. On this week's episode, our crew welcomes the return of Star Trek: Lower Decks for …

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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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