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 A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com/ for more information. Email us at afilmb…

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! This time, Jeff looks great, and Andy Frye is looking money, you know? Like the bomb! This episode is all about the dating scene in …

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of the latest Star Trek television shows, and how they're building the fanbase. On this episode, we recap episode four, "Face the Strange," of Discovery's final season. For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.co…

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 this humorous action-packed adaptation of the Cold War television series! For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film…

"They say people don't believe in heroes anymore. Well damn them! You and me, Max, we're gonna give them back their heroes!" Our limited series, "A Film at 45" is back to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the films of 1979. We're dusting off the end of a decade that changed cinema forever, with a fresh look at modern classics and hidden gems that w…

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of the latest Star Trek television shows, and how they're building the fanbase. On this episode, we recap episode three, "Jinaal," of Discovery's final season. For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com/ for mo…

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! For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial! Check o…

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" episodes on our Patreon. With "At Close Range," we've now covered 76 movies from 1986! For those of you missing our most popular lim…

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of the latest Star Trek television shows, and how they're building the fanbase. On this episode, we recap the first two episodes, "Red Directive," and "Under the Twin Moons," of Discovery's final season. For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day tri…

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 A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com/ for more information. Email us at afilm…

"Call it anything you want, but whoever did this is as good as dead." Our limited series, "A Film at 45" is back to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the films of 1979. We're dusting off the end of a decade that changed cinema forever, with a fresh look at modern classics and hidden gems that we can't stop watching! On this episode, David and Scott…

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of the latest Star Trek television shows, and how they're building the fanbase. Did you skip Picard because you never watched Star Trek: The Next Generation? If you're ready to catch up at warp speed, we discuss the ten episodes you need to see from season seven, if you aren't ready to watch all…

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 Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com/ for more information. Email us at afilmbypodca…

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! Ready for a supernatural conversation? Amber Lewis and Amanda Janik discuss the dark side of high school life, teenage angst, betraya…

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of the latest Star Trek television shows, and how they're building the fanbase. Did you skip Picard because you never watched Star Trek: The Next Generation? If you're ready to catch up at warp speed, we discuss the ten episodes you need to see from season six, if you aren't ready to watch all 2…

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 diversity within the horror community. She also offers some exclusive information about her films "Sam'…

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 one day. For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day …

"We had an event happen. We had...an accident." Our limited series, "A Film at 45" is back to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the films of 1979. We're dusting off the end of a decade that changed cinema forever, with a fresh look at modern classics and hidden gems that we can't stop watching! On this episode, David and Scott find out how dangerou…

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of the latest Star Trek television shows, and how they're building the fanbase. Did you skip Picard because you never watched Star Trek: The Next Generation? If you're ready to catch up at warp speed, we discuss the ten episodes you need to see from season five, if you aren't ready to watch all …

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 navigating the challenges of high school and family dynamics. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about…

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! Amber Lewis joins Jeff to discuss 90s culture (1890s, that is), Victorian fashions, and Julia Roberts' flirtation with John Malkovic…

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 performance as a traumatized mercenary on a mission to rescue a young girl in a gripping film that you d…

"Forget it! I'm stayin' right where I am. It's gonna take you and the police department and the fire department and the National Guard to get me outta here!" Our limited series, "A Film at 45" is back to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the films of 1979. We're dusting off the end of a decade that changed cinema forever, with a fresh look at moder…

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of the latest Star Trek television shows, and how they're building the fanbase. Did you skip Picard because you never watched Star Trek: The Next Generation? If you're ready to catch up at warp speed, we discuss the ten episodes you need to see from season four, if you aren't ready to watch all …

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, known for his exceptional cinematography and collaborations with Spike Lee, brings forth a gripping ta…

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…

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-provoki…

"Things sure have changed since we got kicked out of high school!" Our limited series, "A Film at 45" is back to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the films of 1979. We're dusting off the end of a decade that changed cinema forever, with a fresh look at modern classics and hidden gems that we can't stop watching! On this episode, David and Scott he…

Enjoy our quick, SPOILER-FREE review of "Madame Web." Are you a fan of the film? Let us know! 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.com with your questions, comments, and requests. Find us on X Twitter, …

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of the latest Star Trek television shows, and how they're building the fanbase. Did you skip Picard because you never watched Star Trek: The Next Generation? If you're ready to catch up at warp speed, we discuss the ten episodes you need to see from season three, if you aren't ready to watch all…

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, ch…

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 …

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 Ri…

"We're gonna rain on you, Warriors!" Our limited series, "A Film at 45" is back to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the films of 1979. We've invited our dear friend Apache Ramos, Orphan #2, to join us and share some stories from the set, or rather the streets of Walter Hill's iconic film "The Warriors." Apache was born in Brooklyn and raised in th…

On "Phasers Set To Stun," we recognize the popularity of the latest Star Trek television shows, and how they're building the fanbase. Did you skip Picard because you never watched Star Trek: The Next Generation? If you're ready to catch up at warp speed, we discuss the ten episodes you need to see from season two, if you aren't ready to watch all 2…

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 n…

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. J…

On our first "Phasers Set To Stun" episode, we recognize the popularity of the latest Star Trek television shows, and how they're building the fanbase. Did you skip Picard because you never watched Star Trek: The Next Generation? If you're ready to catch up at warp speed, we discuss the ten episodes you need to see from season one, if you aren't re…

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. …

We're back with more in 2024! Jeff, David, and Scott share what's in store for you this season. 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 requests. Find us on…

"Run, Runner!" Jason Colvin of The Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast 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 content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com…

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 includes favorite non-traditional Santa Clauses, Ephron's undisputed title as the Queen of the rom/com, …

"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 Hussey, Margot Kidder, and John Saxon! Still want more? Amanda has plenty to say about the Black Ch…

"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 shopping, or hoping for a real rain to wash it all away, our look at Martin Scorsese's Taxi Driver is…

"...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 Geena Davis and Samuel L. Jackson! For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patr…

"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 Streisand's version of A Star Is Born. For plenty of exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By...…

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.…

"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, The Enforcer! For plenty of exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a …

Ready for an animated discussion? Join us as we get drawn into Lower Decks with Ensigns Scott Hoffman, Wayne Whited and David Burns! Each week, they talk about all the Easter eggs, hilarious scenes, and pip-worthy moments. Beam aboard for a recap of Season 4, Episode 10 "Old Friends, New Planets" Want exclusive episodes and content? Check out A Fil…

"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 voice talents of Jennifer Anniston, Harry Connick Jr., Christopher McDonald, John Mahoney, and Vin D…