A Film By... Episodes

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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......

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 packe...

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 on our Patr...

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 fant...

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 ...

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?...

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 ...

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 o...

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 Here...

Jeff and Amber conjure up a fun conversation about George Miller's wickedly supernatural comedy "The Witches of Eastwick!" Find out about Miller's feud with the studio, Amber's feelings for Jack, and the one absurd idea that ...