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Robert Eggers - The Northman
Jan. 13, 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...

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Top 10 of the 2020s
Jan. 2, 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 T op 10 of the 2020s a...

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Ted Demme - The Ref
Dec. 23, 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... Pod...

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Ang Lee: The Ice Storm
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 our Patreon with a FREE 7-day trial...

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Tiffany Helm Discusses Friday the 13th: A New Beginning
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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Shane Black - Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
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...

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George Lucas - THX 1138
Dec. 2, 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 our P...

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Michael Crichton - Runaway
Nov. 25, 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 i...

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Danny Boyle - Sunshine
Nov. 18, 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 F...

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

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Joseph Ruben - Dreamscape
Oct. 28, 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 CATnipmoviecampaign.com for your chance to get involved with the up...

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Robert Zemeckis - What Lies Beneath
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 o...

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John Landis - Innocent Blood
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 his dark ...

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Jack Sholder - The Hidden
Oct. 7, 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 carnag...

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Mike Nichols - Wolf
Sept. 30, 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 ma...

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Tony Scott - The Last Boy Scout
Sept. 23, 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 conte...

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Frank Capra - Arsenic and Old Lace
Sept. 16, 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 co...

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GI JOE: A Real American Hero - The Revenge of Cobra
Sept. 9, 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 fr...

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Tim Burton - Big Fish
Sept. 2, 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...

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Top 5 Courtroom Movies
Aug. 26, 2024

Top 5 Courtroom Movies

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 film...

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Fede Alvarez - The Girl in the Spider's Web
Aug. 19, 2024

Fede Alvarez - The Girl in the Spider's Web

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 ico...

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M. Night Shyamalan - Split
Aug. 12, 2024

M. Night Shyamalan - Split

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 conversati...

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Robert Altman - The Player
Aug. 5, 2024

Robert Altman - The Player

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...

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Patreon Sneak Peek - 1986: The Delta Force
July 29, 2024

Patreon Sneak Peek - 1986: The Delta Force

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......

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