A Film By... Episodes

Jeff and David hit the beach to discuss the surf culture of the 1960s and 70s, the importance of friendship, and the allure of the ocean in John Milius' coming-of-age cult classic about three friends growing up in California....

This special episode has been hand-picked by one of you! Patreon member James Buckley was given the opportunity to choose the episode he'd like to hear, which is why Jeff and Andy are talking about one of John Woo's most accl...

Jeff welcomes artist John Wright to take a trip to 1989 Berlin on the eve of the Wall coming down to discuss espionage, 80s music, unbelievable action sequences, and the white-hot performance of Charlize Theron. Are you ready...

Jeff makes contact with Amber and Andrew to explore the themes of human ambition, and extraterrestrial encounters in Peter Hyams' visionary film, "2010: The Year We Make Contact." For exclusive episodes and content, check out...

Jeff and Andrew enter a world of espionage and intrigue with a discussion about Guy Ritchie's slick spy thriller, "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." It's old school cool when Henry Cavill, Alicia Vikander and Armie Hammer team up in t...

Zack Snyder has recently discussed his desire to "fix" his 2011 action fantasy "Sucker Punch" claiming that he didn't finish it correctly, despite a director's cut being released. This week, we're taking a look back at our co...

When we finished our limited "1986" series that covered 66 movies from the best cinematic year of the 80s, one listener pointed out that we should have done 86 for "1986!" We agreed, and so began the run of "lost '86" episode...

Excited for Alex Garland's new film, "Civil War," Jeff and Dave take time to discuss the themes, mind-bending storytelling, and absolute horror of his 2022 folk horror film, "Men." For exclusive episodes and content, check ou...

If razor-sharp dialogue, twisted humor, and eccentric characters are your thing, then join Jeff and Andrew for an enlightening look at Martin McDonagh's "Seven Psychopaths!" For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Fil...

Filmmaker Cindy Sanabria joins us for a conversation about the beauty of the horror genre. We chat about the female-directed horror anthology film "XX," and Cindy shares her thoughts on independent filmmaking, practical F/X, ...

Amy Heckerling's underrated gangster parody "Johnny Dangerously" is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year! Jeff and Brad discuss the laughs, the clever use of profanity, and why seeing Michael Keaton in a tux made him de...

From its authentic portrayal of adolescence to its poignant exploration of the mother-daughter dynamic, Jeff and Amber explore Greta Gerwig's coming-of-age film "Lady Bird." Saoirse Ronan delivers a standout performance as th...

Jeff welcomes Mary Kay Holmes from the Share A Sandwich Podcast to explore the complexities of trauma, violence, and redemptive behaviors in Lynne Ramsay's psychological thriller, "You Were Never Really Here." Joaquin Phoenix...

Welcome to another riveting episode of A Film By... Podcast! Jeff and David are exploring the gritty and intense narrative of four friends navigating the dangerous streets of Harlem in Ernest Dickerson's 1992 directorial debu...

In today's episode, Jeff and Andrew explore F. Gary Gray's gripping thriller, "Law Abiding Citizen." Gray's intense narrative follows Clyde Shelton, brilliantly portrayed by Gerard Butler, seeking justice outside the confines...

Following the critical success of his film, "Precious," director Lee Daniels took us to the sultry, seedy locale of small-town Florida in the late 60s with "The Paperboy." Jeff and Amber engage in a divisive conversation abou...

Step into the shadows with Jeff and Scott as they embark on a journey down the dark alleyways of the Hughes Brothers' 2001 period crime thriller "From Hell." Adapted from Alan Moore's graphic novel, the film weaves a murder-f...

In today's episode, Jeff and Amber explore the lively exploits of two unlikely friends working at the New York City Morgue in Ron Howard's hilarious directorial debut "Night Shift." Henry Winkler and Shelly Long join Michael ...

Today's episode takes you into the gripping world of mountaineering and adrenaline-pumping suspense with Martin Campbell's "Vertical Limit." Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Himalayas, this action-packed thriller ...

In this riveting season opener, Jeff, Amber, and Andrew delve into the cinematic world of Sir John Boorman's "The Emerald Forest." Released in 1985, the film takes us deep into the Amazon rainforest with the gripping tale of ...

A Comedy On The Edge Brad and Jeff discuss Nora Ephron's dark Christmas comedy Mixed Nuts! It's a wild night of unexpected events taking place at a crisis hotline center with Steve Martin doing his best to control the situation. The conversation...

"Filthy Billy! I know what you did, nasty Billy!" Jeff welcomes "slasher aficionado" Amanda Janik to the show to discuss Bob Clark's Christmas classic (no, not that one)! So take the phone off the hook and join us for Black Christmas; starring Olivia...

"...It ain't over. You're going to die screaming... and I'm going to watch. Am I telling the truth?" Jeff and Amber are kicking off the holidays with an action-packed Christmas classic! Get ready for Renny Harlin's The Long Kiss Goodnight; starring...

Whether you love cons, you're curious about cons, or you're heading to your first con soon, this special episode is for you! Our second Con Men special takes a look at Cincinnati Comic Expo, Lexington Scarefest, and Motor Cit...