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April 16, 2024

Zack Snyder - Sucker Punch

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 conversation from 2021! …

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April 11, 2024

Patreon Sneak Preview - At Close Range

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 …

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April 9, 2024

Alex Garland - Men

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 out...

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April 2, 2024

Martin McDonagh - Seven Psychopaths

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...

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March 26, 2024

Talking Horror With Filmmaker Cindy Sanabria

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, and the importance of...

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March 19, 2024

Amy Heckerling - Johnny Dangerously

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 destined to play Bruce Wayne...

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March 12, 2024

Greta Gerwig - Lady Bird

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 the titular character...

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March 5, 2024

Lynne Ramsay - You Were Never Really Here

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 delivers a haunting...

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Feb. 27, 2024

Ernest Dickerson - Juice

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 debut, "Juice." Dickerson,...

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Feb. 20, 2024

F. Gary Gray - Law Abiding Citizen

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...

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Feb. 13, 2024

Lee Daniels: The Paperboy

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...

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Feb. 6, 2024

The Hughes Brothers: From Hell

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 …

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Jan. 30, 2024

Ron Howard: Night Shift

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...

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Jan. 23, 2024

Martin Campbell - Vertical Limit

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...

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Jan. 16, 2024

John Boorman - The Emerald Forest

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 …

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