A Film By... Episodes

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! Jason Colvin of the Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast joins Jeff to discuss weight loss fads, 90s culture, and Eddie Murphy's come back in "The Nutty Professor!" For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial! Check out www.afilmb...

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 of the legal system in a cat-and-mouse game with DA Nick Rice, portrayed by the electrifying Jamie Foxx. The thought-provoking themes, moral ambiguity of the characters, and suspenseful twists that keep audiences on the edge of their seats are discussed. Get ready for an in...

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 about the complexities and controversies that make this crime thriller a provacative film! For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com/ for more information. Email us at afilmbypodcast@gmail.c...

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! Author Andy Frye joins Jeff to discuss environmental satire, 90s culture, and slapstick comedy. Are you ready to get locked in with Pauly Shore inside the "Bio-Dome?" For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial! Check out www.afi...

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-filled mystery through Victorian-era London, as Johnny Depp's Inspector Abberline works to unravel the identity of Jack the Ripper before he takes his next victim. For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial! Check out www....

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 Keaton in his breakout comedic role, as they discreetly operate a brothel inside the morgue. The at-times raunchy comedy is not without heart, as Ron Howard delivers on the charm and allows us to fall for the principal cast. For exclusive episodes and content, check out A F...

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 follows the harrowing journey of a rescue team attempting to save stranded climbers on K2, the world's second-highest peak. Join Jeff, Andrew, and Andy as they analyze the action, discuss the stellar cast led by Chris O'Donnell, Bill Paxton, and Robin Tunney, and unravel thi...

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 father's relentless quest to find his missing son, and come to terms with the delicate balance of nature and civilization. For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com/ for more informati...

"Run, Runner!" Jason Colvin of https://www.thesurelypodcast.com/ joins Jeff in the 23rd century to discuss the last film in our limited "1976" series, Logan's Run; starring Michael York, and Jenny Agutter! For plenty of exclusive episodes and...

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...

"You talkin' to me?" We're back with another classic for our limited "1976" series! WB Animation Director Andy Thom returns to talk about one more 70s classic, and it's the grittiest of the year! Whether you're catching a cab to finish your holiday...

"...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...

"You can trash your life but you're not going to trash mine." We're back with another classic for our limited "1976" series! Jeff goes on tour with Dayton Johnson and Amber Lewis of the Docking Bay 77 Podcast to talk booze, Busey, and Barbara...

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 City Comic Con! Join us for a conversation about what makes these conventions a must for fans of movies, television, and comics. We're sharing our favorite celebrity interactions and letting you know what to expect at these events! Con Info: Learn about the Cincinnati Comic E...

"Personnel? That's for assholes!" Our limited series "1976" returns this week. Jeff and David meet their new partner, the Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast's Jason Colvin, to investigate the third entry in Clint Eastwood's Dirty Harry franchise,...

"You are who you choose to be." Jeff and Scott are joined by Dayton Johnson of the Docking Bay 77 Podcast to discuss what they collectively believe is one of the greatest, most underrated animated films ever, Brad Bird's The Iron Giant; starring the...

"They're all gonna laugh at you!" Happy Halloween! On this episode of our limited "1976" series, Jeff, David and Docking Bay 77 Podcast's Amber Lewis are heading to the prom with Brian De Palma's Carrie; starring Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, William...

Part Two of our conversation with actor and musician Courtney Gains focuses on several of his memorable film roles. Courtney shares incredible stories about working for Dennis Hopper on Colors, auditioning for Memphis Belle, the on-set mentorship he received from Bruce Dern on The Burbs, his Children of the Corn legacy, and the wild character he portrays in Benny Bliss and the Disciples of Greatness! Courtney Gains new EP Safe Haven is now available at Fake Fangs Records Find out where Courtne...

From the first time he terrorized us in 1984's Children of the Corn, Courtney Gains has built an impressive career of memorable roles that have thrilled and chilled us. On this special 2-part episode, Courtney joins us to share his passion for music, and offer some insight into his creative process, as we discuss he new EP, Safe Haven, track-by-track. Courtney Gains new EP Safe Haven is now available at Fake Fangs Records Find out where Courtney is playing on the Courtney Gains Group Facebook ...

Our love for horror films means we're dropping a bonus episode! Jeff calls on Bill Bant and Jason Masek from the All 80s Movies Podcast to discuss Tobe Hooper's sci-fi space vampire classic Lifeforce! Starring Mathilda May, Steve Railsback, and Patrick Stewart! For plenty of exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com/ for more information. Email us at afilmbypodcast@gmail.com with your questions, comments, and re...

On this special episode, Jeff speaks with filmmaker Oz Rodriguez about his new feature film Miguel Wants To Fight. Oz shares his story, from watching Indiana Jones and Hitchcock movies as a child in the Dominican Republic, to arriving in Los Angeles to work on Funny Or Die, and his move to New York to direct for Saturday Night Live. We discuss the importance of Hispanic Heritage Month, his directorial feature film Vampires vs. the Bronx, the excitement of winning an Emmy, and his new Netflix ser...

"Look at me, Damien! It's all for you!" Jeff and Wayne discuss the psychological horror of The Omen for our limited series "1976." From Jerry Goldsmith's Oscar win, to the curse that frightened both cast and crew, this episode is all for you! For...

To acknowledge Near Dark's anniversary this week, Brad and Jeff discuss director Kathryn Bigelow's impressive career, the late, great Bill Paxton, Lance Henriksen's super creepy preparation to play a vampire, and whether or not Tangerine Dream can do a solid film score! For plenty of exclusive episodes and content, check out www.patreon.com/afilmbypodcast with a FREE 7-day trial! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com for more information. Email us at afilmbypodcast@gmail.com with your questions, co...