Best Filmhistory Podcasts (2024)

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Serial Mom (30th anniversary) 1:22:35

8d ago1:22:35

1:22:35

Are those pussy willows? Mark welcomes two Maryland boys and John Waters fans on the show to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the cult classic comedy Serial Mom! Graphic designer Brandon Ingraham from Zombae Brando Designs (in his first podcast episode!) and Jesse Krempel from the Cult Circle Cinema podcast agree that Kathleen Turner playing the i…

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That One Scene From...Teen Witch 13:49

13d ago13:49

13:49

This week we dive deep into the famous Top That rap scene from 1989's Teen Witch. We discuss the ridiculousness of the scene, the history behind it and what caused it to have a second life and becoming a viral sensation in the internet age. This thing is dripping of the 80's! Enjoy the conversation and our first punishment review scene breakdown. M…

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Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (20th anniversary) 1:17:30

22d ago1:17:30

1:17:30

This is an episode you won't forget! Mark welcomes podcaster and film scholar Antonio Palacios of the Cultworthy Studios podcasts for a mind-bending chat about Michel Gondry's award-winning film Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind for its 20th anniversary. They share their own memories of love and heartbreak in 2004 when this groundbreaking movie…

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Dark City | Cyberpunk Festival 35:08

23d ago35:08

35:08

This week have our first installment of our Cyberpunk Film Festival. We begin with the 1998 Alex Proyas directed Dark City. A strange world full of distant memories and Strangers lurking about. Underrated movie and great conversation, enjoy!

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Invasion of the Pody People Preview 30:34

1M ago30:34

30:34

"I am the shadow on the moon at night, filling your dreams to the brim with fright." For those who cherish Disney, worship at the altar of Spielberg, love nothing more than immersing themselves into the world of Aardman, let us introduce you to Not Just For Kids. This is the podcast that revisits the films we cherished growing up, be they family fi…

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That One Scene From...The Hangover 12:15

1M ago12:15

12:15

The week we dive into the famous "next morning" scene from Todd Phillips 2009 classic drunk comedy The Hangover. We discuss the brilliant gags, setups and laughs through this scene and the movie itself. Great convo, enjoy! Make sure to play along with each festival and leave comments so we can interact with you and remember to subscribe to the chan…

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Class of 2023 - Puss in Boots: The Last Wish 1:06:52

1M ago1:06:52

1:06:52

"Hey, you wanna see something cool?" For those who cherish Disney, worship at the altar of Spielberg, love nothing more than immersing themselves into the world of Aardman, let us introduce you to Not Just For Kids. This is the podcast that revisits the films we cherished growing up, be they family films or something we maybe shouldn’t have been wa…

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Master Of Disguise | Punishment Review 34:12

1M ago34:12

34:12

This week we discuss the truly and offensively bad Dana Carvey vehicle Master of Disguise from the early 2000's. We dive into the ridiculous plot, the lazy joke telling, and the endlessly painful and unwatchable impressions Carvey has in his bag. This is an epic takedown and conversation, enjoy!

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Cruel Intentions (25th anniversary) 1:31:10

1M ago1:31:10

1:31:10

Join the secret society and take a ride around NYC in a sexy Jaguar convertible, because it's time to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the delicious movie Cruel Intentions! Mark welcomes friends and fellow Sarah Michelle Gellar stans Kit Sheehan and Jason Kashiwagi back on the show to discuss the beloved "Muppet Babies version" of Les Liaisons Dan…

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Class of 2023 - Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget 55:46

2M ago55:46

55:46

"Husbands and chickens, the bane of my life." For those who cherish Disney, worship at the altar of Spielberg, love nothing more than immersing themselves into the world of Aardman, let us introduce you to Not Just For Kids. This is the podcast that revisits the films we cherished growing up, be they family films or something we maybe shouldn’t hav…

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Jawbreaker writer/director Darren Stein 58:00

2M ago58:00

58:00

Grab your heels and your popsicles because Mark welcomes writer, director, and producer Darren Stein for a very special episode! The Jawbreaker filmmaker takes a trip down memory lane to celebrate the 25th anniversary of his dark campy comedy that captured lightning in a bottle during a fast shoot with a low budget. They discuss the entertainment t…

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That One Scene From... The Karate Kid 21:23

2M ago21:23

21:23

This week we dive into that one scene from the epic 80's sports movie, The Karate Kid. A life changing movie from our childhood was so fun to revisit and discuss the sand the floor scene as the culmination of the film. Great convo, enjoy!

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Jawbreaker (25th anniversary) 1:20:33

2M ago1:20:33

1:20:33

Make way for Satan in heels, but don't be petrified! Mark welcomes horror artist and movie lover Clark Felix (@clarkmakesart87) to chat about the cruel politics of high school and celebrate the 25th anniversary of the dark comedy Jawbreaker. The twisted and campy Darren Stein film was Heathers on a sugar high and Mean Girls before Mean Girls, with …

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Class of 2023 - Nimona, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 59:54

2M ago59:54

59:54

"This is the man who cut off your arm. Arm-chopping is not a love language!" For those who cherish Disney, worship at the altar of Spielberg, love nothing more than immersing themselves into the world of Aardman, let us introduce you to Not Just For Kids. This is the podcast that revisits the films we cherished growing up, be they family films or s…

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Dumb and Dumber: Jim Carrey Dominated 1994 (30th anniversary) 1:23:48

2M ago1:23:48

1:23:48

It's a very special 3-part episode: a Jim Carrey triple feature! Mark wraps up the 30th anniversary celebration of three hit 1994 comedies starring Jim Carrey with old friend and movie lover Katie Bruno. Jim became a breakout movie star with Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask, and Dumb and Dumber all in theaters during an 11 month span! In this t…

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Sundance 2024 Recap 16:38

2M ago16:38

16:38

This week Palcher covers his 2024 Sundance Film Festival experience. We discuss the major themes of the festival this year and discuss all great films that came out this year. Enjoy! Make sure to play along with each festival and leave comments so we can interact with you and remember to subscribe to the channel if you like what you see. Follow us …

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Class of 2023 - Elemental 54:00

2M ago54:00

54:00

"Sometimes, when I lose my temper, I think it's just me trying to tell me something I'm not ready to hear." For those who cherish Disney, worship at the altar of Spielberg, love nothing more than immersing themselves into the world of Aardman, let us introduce you to Not Just For Kids. This is the podcast that revisits the films we cherished growin…

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The Mask: Jim Carrey Dominated 1994 (30th anniversary) 51:21

2M ago51:21

51:21

It's a very special 3-part episode: a Jim Carrey triple feature! Mark continues the 30th anniversary celebration of three hit comedies starring Jim Carrey with old friend and movie lover Katie Bruno. 1994 gave us Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask, and Dumb and Dumber all within 11 months of each other! In this second part, they focus on The Mask…

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Ace Ventura: Jim Carrey Dominated 1994 (30th Anniversary) 56:20

3M ago56:20

56:20

It's a very special 3-part episode: a Jim Carrey triple feature! Mark welcomes old friend and movie lover Katie Bruno back on the show to celebrate three hit comedies starring Jim Carrey that were released 30 years ago, solidifying his movie star status. 1994 gave us Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask, and Dumb and Dumber all within 11 months of …

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Class of 2023 - The Boy and the Heron 1:09:52

3M ago1:09:52

1:09:52

"You and I aren't friends or allies, kid." For those who cherish Disney, worship at the altar of Spielberg, love nothing more than immersing themselves into the world of Aardman, let us introduce you to Not Just For Kids. This is the podcast that revisits the films we cherished growing up, be they family films or something we maybe shouldn’t have b…

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Tokyo Story | Ozu Film Festival 35:01

3M ago35:01

35:01

This week we end out our Yasujirô Ozu Film Festival with his most adored film from 1953, Tokyo Story. His most retrospective film about elderly grandparents visiting their kids only to be ignored and pawned off. This is a call your grandma movie. Enjoy the conversation! Make sure to play along with each festival and leave comments so we can interac…

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Varsity Blues & She's All That (25th anniversaries) 1:55:29

3M ago1:55:29

1:55:29

It's a Paul Walker double feature! The public voted in a recent Instagram poll and the January 1999 teen movies Varsity Blues and She's All That won by a landslide. Mark welcomes real friends and California dudes Gaius Bolling, from the Back to the Blockbuster podcast, and David Parke, from Jimmy Eat Pod, to celebrate the 25th anniversaries of thes…

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Best & Worst Movies of 2023 40:05

3M ago40:05

40:05

This episode Palcher dives into his top 5 films of 2023 and Sherlock dives into his top 5 films he glad he didn't see, kind of. Awesome year for movies! Great conversation, enjoy!

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Late Spring | Ozu Festival 29:45

3M ago29:45

29:45

This week we continue to dive into the wonderful world of Yasujirô Ozu with his 1949 film Late Spring about young Noriko gets societal pressure to marry but battles with her desire to continue to take care of her ailing father. Amazing Ozu and great conversation! Enjoy!

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That One Scene From...Terminator 2: Judgement Day 19:02

4M ago19:02

19:02

This week we dive into our scene breakdown of the cumulative 90's action film from the great James Cameron, Terminator 2: Judgement Day. We discuss the classic chase scene through the city into the aqueducts of LA. You know the scene! This was a great conversation about a movie we both truly love. Enjoy! Make sure to play along with each festival a…

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Early Summer | Ozu Film Festival 27:19

4M ago27:19

27:19

This week we continue our our Yasujirô Ozu festival with our second installment, his 1951 film, Early Summer. The story of a mid 30's Japanese women who is still unmarried as her family begins to immense pressure on her to follow the cultural and societal norms. Enjoy the conversation!

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The Exorcist (50th anniversary) 1:47:20

4M ago1:47:20

1:47:20

What an excellent day for an exorcism... and for a new episode! Lots to discuss with returning guests and horror movie lovers Solana Sorrento and Jeff Bugajski as they join Mark to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the still shocking William Friedkin classic The Exorcist. Both Jeff and Solana went to Catholic school, so the power of Christ compelle…

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The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King 1:20:34

4M ago1:20:34

1:20:34

"Certainty of death. Small chance of success. What are we waiting for?" For those who cherish Disney, worship at the altar of Spielberg, love nothing more than immersing themselves into the world of Aardman, let us introduce you to Not Just For Kids. This is the podcast that revisits the films we cherished growing up, be they family films or someth…

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You've Got Mail (25th anniversary) 1:26:32

4M ago1:26:32

1:26:32

Start the dial-up and get your fingers ready because we're signing onto the world wide web to chat with strangers! A/S/L? Mark welcomes longtime friend, New Yorker, and You've Got Mail superfan Melissa Ward back to the show to celebrate the classic rom-com's 25th anniversary this month. This is an extra special episode not only because they're toge…

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That One Scene From... Die Hard 12:44

4M ago12:44

12:44

This week we dive into one of the many classic scenes from the original 1988 (Christmas?) film Die Hard, directed by John McTiernan. We chose the "Ho ho ho, now I have a gun" scene. We discuss the origins of John McClane, his effect on future action stars, how smart of a character he is and the ultimate question, is Die Hard a Christmas movie? Enjo…

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Floating Weeds | Ozu Film Festival 30:47

4M ago30:47

30:47

This week we dive into first episode of the inspiring Japanese filmmaker, Yasujirô Ozu. We discuss his 1959 film Floating Weeds about a traveling actor of a famous kabuki show tries to re-kindle a life with his son who doesn't know who he really is. Fascinating director and conversation. Enjoy!

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Christmas 2023 - A Ghost Story for Christmas Part 3 44:32

4M ago44:32

44:32

For those who cherish Disney, worship at the altar of Spielberg, love nothing more than immersing themselves into the world of Aardman, let us introduce you to Not Just For Kids. This is the podcast that revisits the films we cherished growing up, be they family films or something we maybe shouldn’t have been watching. Host Russell Bailey concludes…

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Christmas 2023 - Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, A Christmas Horror Story 59:43

4M ago59:43

59:43

"Donner, you should be ashamed of yourself. What a pity. He had a nice takeoff, too." For those who cherish Disney, worship at the altar of Spielberg, love nothing more than immersing themselves into the world of Aardman, let us introduce you to Not Just For Kids. This is the podcast that revisits the films we cherished growing up, be they family f…

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Christmas 2023 - Black Christmas, Anna and the Apocalypse 1:12:54

4M ago1:12:54

1:12:54

"Come on, I know a professional virgin when I see one." For those who cherish Disney, worship at the altar of Spielberg, love nothing more than immersing themselves into the world of Aardman, let us introduce you to Not Just For Kids. This is the podcast that revisits the films we cherished growing up, be they family films or something we maybe sho…

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Christmas 2023 - A Ghost Story for Christmas Part 2 33:04

5M ago33:04

33:04

For those who cherish Disney, worship at the altar of Spielberg, love nothing more than immersing themselves into the world of Aardman, let us introduce you to Not Just For Kids. This is the podcast that revisits the films we cherished growing up, be they family films or something we maybe shouldn’t have been watching. Host Russell Bailey continues…

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Christmas 2023 - A Ghost Story for Christmas Part 1 40:52

5M ago40:52

40:52

For those who cherish Disney, worship at the altar of Spielberg, love nothing more than immersing themselves into the world of Aardman, let us introduce you to Not Just For Kids. This is the podcast that revisits the films we cherished growing up, be they family films or something we maybe shouldn’t have been watching. Host Russell Bailey kicks off…

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Christmas 2023 - Bad Santa, The Leech 59:05

5M ago59:05

59:05

"I'm on my fucking lunch break, ok!" For those who cherish Disney, worship at the altar of Spielberg, love nothing more than immersing themselves into the world of Aardman, let us introduce you to Not Just For Kids. This is the podcast that revisits the films we cherished growing up, be they family films or something we maybe shouldn’t have been wa…

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