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March 21, 2023

Penny Marshall - Awakenings

There is no such thing as a simple miracle. This week, Jeff and Brad discuss Penny Marshall's 1990 Oscar-nominated film, Awakenings; starring Robin Williams, Robert De Niro, and Julie Kavner. Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com for more information....

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March 20, 2023

Back to the Box Office: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Review

Jeff Johnson and David Burns offer up a quick, SPOILER-FREE review of Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com for more information. Email us at afilmbypodcast@gmail.com with your questions, comments, and...

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March 14, 2023

A Film at 45 - The Deer Hunter

One of the most important and powerful films of all time! Join David Burns and Scott Hoffman as they celebrate the 45th anniversary of some of the most memorable films of 1978. This week, they're discussing Michael Cimino's influential Vietnam War...

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March 10, 2023

Valerie: A Conversation with Stacey Souther

Whatever life gives, you have to fight. Filmmaker Stacey Souther joins us for a special conversation to discuss his 2019 film Valerie; a documentary short about the legendary Valerie Perrine. Join us as we discuss her incredible filmography, from her...

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March 7, 2023

Penelope Spheeris - The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The …

It's more than music...it's a way of life. This week, Dayton Johnson of the Docking Bay 77 Podcast rocks out with Brad and Jeff as they discuss Penelope Spheeris' 1988 rockumentary sequel The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years,...

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March 6, 2023

Back to the Box Office: Creed III Review

Jeff Johnson and David Burns step in the ring to offer up a quick, SPOILER-FREE review of Michael B. Jordan's directorial debut, Creed III! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com for more information. Email us at afilmbypodcast@gmail.com with your...

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March 3, 2023

Snubbed by Oscar II: An Academy Awards Bonus Episode

And the Oscar does not go to... The 95th Academy Awards are upon us, so you know Brad has plenty to say on the history of the subject! This year, he invites "1986" series alum Andrew Blakley to the red carpet for our second annual Academy Awards...

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Feb. 28, 2023

A Film at 45 - The Five Deadly Venoms

Pick your poison! Join David Burns and Scott Hoffman as they celebrate the 45th anniversary of some of the most memorable films of 1978. This week, they're discussing The Five Deadly Venoms; known arguably as one of the greatest martial arts films of...

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Feb. 27, 2023

Back to the Box Office: Cocaine Bear Review

Jeff Johnson and David Burns offer up a quick, SPOILER-FREE review of the Elizabeth Banks horror-comedy Cocaine Bear! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com for more information. Email us at afilmbypodcast@gmail.com with your questions, comments, and...

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Feb. 21, 2023

Spike Lee - Inside Man

It looked like the perfect bank robbery. But you can't judge a crime by it's cover. This week, David Burns from our limited series "A Film at 45" joins Jeff to discuss Spike Lee's 2006 crime mystery Inside Man, starring Denzel Washington, Clive...

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Feb. 14, 2023

A Film at 45 - The Buddy Holly Story

His story will have you singing, laughing, crying, cheering and stomping your feet. Join David Burns and Scott Hoffman as they celebrate the 45th anniversary of some of the most memorable films of 1978. This week, they're singing praise over The...

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Feb. 7, 2023

Julius Onah - Luce

The Truth Has Many Faces. This week, Jeff and Brad discuss Julius Onah's provacative social thriller Luce, starring Kelvin Harrison Jr., Octavia Spencer, Naomi Watts, and Tim Roth. Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com for more information. Email us...

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Jan. 31, 2023

A Film at 45 - Jaws 2

Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water... Join David Burns and Scott Hoffman as they celebrate the 45th anniversary of some of the most memorable films of 1978. This week, they're taking a bite out of Jaws 2! Check us out at...

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Jan. 24, 2023

Terry Gilliam - 12 Monkeys

The Future is History. This week, Jeff and Brad are discussing Terry Gilliam's 1995 dystopian, sci-fi thriller 12 Monkeys starring Bruce Willis, Madeleine Stowe, and Brad Pitt. Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com for more information. Email us at...

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Jan. 17, 2023

A Film at 45 - Grease

Our new limited series "A Film at 45" is here! Join David Burns and Scott Hoffman as they celebrate the 45th anniversary of some of the most memorable films of 1978. On this debut episode, Grease is the word! Check us out at www.afilmbypodcast.com...

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Jan. 13, 2023

Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives

Happy Friday the 13th! Jeff and Dave are celebrating the birthday of Jason Voorhees with a special Friday release episode to talk about Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives! Check us out at www.afilmbypodcast.com Email us at afilmbypodcast@gmail.com...

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Jan. 10, 2023

Marc Forster - Machine Gun Preacher

Jeff and Brad open season 4 with a look at Marc Forster's underrated 2011 dramatic biography Machine Gun Preacher starring Gerard Butler, Michelle Monaghan, Michael Shannon, Kathy Baker, and Souleyman Sy Savane. Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com for...

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Jan. 3, 2023

The 2023 Trailer

Welcome to season 4! What is past... is prologue. www.afilmbypodcast.com afilmbypodcast@gmail.com @afilmbypodcast on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook

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Dec. 30, 2022

1986 - The Final Breakdown

"So, is this the best movie of 1986?" Our limited series "1986" has come to an end! Everyone is in the studio to recap the series and once and for all, make their picks for best and worst! Join us for surprises, memories, a betrayal, and some fun...

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Dec. 27, 2022

1986 - Stand By Me

"I never had any friends later on like the ones I had when I was twelve. Jesus, does anyone?" We're back with "Stand By Me" to close out our limited "1986" series. We discuss the amazing performances, share our funny encounter with Richard Dreyfuss,...

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Dec. 23, 2022

Rian Johnson - Brick

It can debated that Rian Johnson's filmography is divisive among critics and fans. His talent, on the other hand, cannot be. From his impressive 2005 directorial debut, "Brick," to his just-released "Knives Out" follow-up, "The Glass Onion: A Knives...

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Dec. 20, 2022

1986 - The Color of Money

"Money won is twice as sweet as money earned" On this episode of our limited series "1986," we welcome a friend of the show "Def Dave" to join us in the pool hall to discuss "The Color of Money." We run the table on this long-awaited follow up to...

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Dec. 13, 2022

James Cameron - Piranha II The Spawning

James Cameron is the most innovative filmmakers of our time. From "The Terminator" to "Avatar," he has been responsible for some of the biggest blockbusters over the past few decades. How did he get his start? While it's not surprising it was a film...

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Dec. 6, 2022

1986 - Three Amigos!

Lucky Day! Ned Nederlander! Dusty Bottoms! Together, they are... the Three Amigos! Our Special Correspondent Jennalynn Koszo returns to discuss one of her favorite films on our limited series "1986." We discuss the casting changes, the music, the...

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