Greetings! In this episode we welcome JOHN BUKOWSKI back to the show to discuss the 1986 thriller, written & directed by Michael Mann - MANHUNTER. You may recall, John was here last season when he introduced us to his novel CHECKOUT TIME. This time around he'll update us on how things are going out on the festival circuit and what's next for him. E…

Greetings! Welcome to a very special FLIX & SIPS episode of Stamper Cinema! Not only do we have an absolute banger of a film to discuss (1995's SEVEN aka SE7EN), but tonight's guest has offered the most delicious cocktail to pair it with. Shout out to tonight's guest, Canada's own, Jason Lepla for crafting a very unique take on a Saturn. I'm super …

Greetings! In this episode I nerd out for about 30ish minutes on the 1980 Sean S. Cunningham classic FRIDAY THE 13th. That's right. The OG Friday. The one without the hockey mask-wearing, machete-wielding lake demon, known as Jason Voorhees. Disclaimer: Jason was NOT the original killer in Friday the 13th... something that anyone who has ever seen …

Greetings! In this week's episode Bob LeMent (Static Radio) returns to the show to discuss the 2023 Wes Anderson film, ASTEROID CITY. Y'all are in for a treat. This conversation might be my favorite of this season. Oh! And before you ask. My Mount Rushmore of Wes Anderson films are as follows: Rushmore, The Royal Tenenbaums, The Grand Budapest Hote…

Greetings! In this episode we are joined by authors Jay Watson and Kyle Wiltshire (The Dead Rock Stars). We'll discuss their novel, their love of U2, a little Nashville bourbon... and of course, the 1999 film that changed the world, THE MATRIX! This is your last chance. After this, there is no turning back. You take the blue pill - the story ends, …

Greetings! Time to bust out your whips and Fedoras, cause we're going on an Indiana Jones adventure - RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK. A movie so iconic it requires no introduction. But because some of us have been living under a giant boulder for the past 40+ years (not unlike the giant boulder in this movie) I included an intro anyway... Raiders of the L…

Greetings! Welcome to the Season 5 premiere of Stamper Cinema! We're kicking off the new season with an absolute 90s banger. TRAINSPOTTING! If you haven't seen this one - here's its summary straight outta wikipedia... Trainspotting is a 1996 British black comedy-drama film directed by Danny Boyle, and starring Ewan McGregor, Ewen Bremner, Jonny Lee…

Greetings! In the season four finale of Stamper Cinema we return to the world of John Carpenter, with the 1986 cult-classic BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA. Long time listeners will remember we previously covered three other Carpenter titles back in season one: HALLOWEEN / CHRISTINE / THE THING (visit StamperCinema.com for access to those episodes) Big…

Greetings in our season 4 penultimate episode, we take a look at the 2006 indie comedy/drama hybrid STRANGER THAN FICTION, starring Will Ferrell, directed by Marc Forster and written by Zach Helm. Joining us for this deep dive conversation is author Michael Stangeland (JUNKYARD: THE BALLAD OF LEROY BROWN). Enjoy! Stranger Than Fiction links https:/…

Greetings and happy holidays from Stamper Cinema. This podcast was originally recorded in December of 2022, but due to my home being flooded last year I decided to table this episode for Christmas of 2023. But fret not, because just as Home Alone is timeless so too is this episode. Enjoy! Home Alone links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Deadly Games (French H…

Greetings! In this episode of Stamper Cinema we turn the clocks back to 1995 and discuss the cult classic EMPIRE RECORDS. Empire Records is a comedic / coming-of-age story about a group of record store employees over the course of a single day and their quest to stop the store from being sold to a large chain. In this highly eventful day they laugh…

Greetings! In this episode of Stamper Cinema we take a trip back to 1956 to discuss the Stanley Kubrick (yes, that Stanley Kubrick) heist flick THE KILLING. The Killing is the story of career criminal Johnny Clay (Sterling Hayden) attempting one last job before he goes straight and marries his fiancee. Joining his team of misfits for the heist to s…

Greetings! In this special Halloween edition of Stamper Cinema we discuss all things from BRAM STOKER'S DRACULA, the highly stylized interpretation by legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola. Joining us for the conversation is all-around amazing dude / incredible author Ryan Winter (RAVISH and WAKE THE DEVIL). Listen on as we break down some of th…

Greetings! In this episode we tackle the 2009 stop-motion animated masterpiece CORALINE, directed by Henry Selick and based on the novel by Neil Gaiman. Joining us in discussing this highly successful, yet very-much cult classic is YouTube's The Fangirl. Enjoy! Topics discussed include: why this movie rocks, how they made the film, what happened to…

Happy Friday the 13th in October all! Keeping on brand, in this episode, we cover two incredible ghost stories from filmmaker MIKE FLANAGAN (The Haunting of Hill House and The Haunting of Bly Manor). Joining the podcast today to help us do it is author LALE DAVIDSON (Blue Woman Burning, Against the Grain). Not only does Lale has a brand new novel s…

Greetings! In this episode we discuss the 1991 Frank Oz comedy WHAT ABOUT BOB? A film that so perfectly (and hilariously) explores the relationship between a mentally unstable patient and his egotistical psychotherapist. Joining in on the discussion is JENNA SAUNDERS of the OFFICE ADHD podcast. Enjoy! WHAT ABOUT BOB links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes JENNA…

Greetings! In this episode we break down one of the most iconic films of the past 30 years, THE TRUMAN SHOW (starring Jim Carrey). Joining the podcast to help navigate through this Peter Weir masterpiece is HEROEK (artist, music producer and host of the Hero's Journey podcast). Enjoy! The Truman Show links https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120382/ http…

Happy 30th Anniversary to this infamous Richard Linklater classic! In this episode John and I discuss DAZED AND CONFUSED for a good 45 minutes, before totally derailing and end up talking about who the hell knows what for the next 60 minutes. It's pretty perfect. Enjoy! Dazed and Confused links IMDB Matthew McConaughey Audition Stamper Cinema links…

Greetings! In this episode author JOHN BUKOWSKI returns to the show to discuss the 1977 disaster thriller ROLLERCOASTER - as well as his brand new novel Checkout Time... which I've read - and thoroughly loved! Now then, sit back and enjoy the ride. Rollercoaster links IMDB Sensurround John Bukowski links http://www.thrillerjohnb.net Buy Checkout Ti…

Greetings! In this episode author/poet BILL CUSHING (Just a Little Cage of Bone) returns to the podcast to discuss movies from the 1970s. Like all of the movies. Films include everything from THE GODFATHER to SHAFT, HAROLD and MAUDE to ALIEN, and many many more. Enjoy! Bill Cushing links Purchase his works on Amazon here... linkedin Stamper Cinema …

Greetings! In this episode we discuss the 2013 Richard Curtis time-traveling, romantic-comedy drama ABOUT TIME. A movie so touching, you'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll crying laughing. Joining us to break it all down is author MARY K SAVARESE. Enjoy! About Time links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Mary K Savarese links https://www.maryksavarese.com Amazon stor…

Greetings! In this episode BILL ROBERTSON (screenwriter/author) joins the show to discuss the iconic 90s afterlife comedy DEFENDING YOUR LIFE. This is an absolute banger of an episode. We discuss screenwriting, the SAG / WGA strikes, and one of the smartest comedies of the past 30+ years. Enjoy! Defending Your Life links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Bill R…

Greetings! I am extremely proud to share my recent conversation with the insanely talented actress and singer, AMANDA JANE COOPER. Amanda has played countless roles, but is probably most recognized for playing Glinda in WICKED on Broadway! Yes, that Glinda, that Wicked, that Broadway. The coolest part? She's also one of the show's longest running a…

Greetings! In this very special episode of Stamper Cinema, author and behavioral specialist LISA SKINNER joins us to discuss Alzheimer's disease and her related work in the field. Of course, we also take some time discuss the THE NOTEBOOK, winner of the highly-coveted MTV Movie Awards 'Best Kiss' category. :) This is a good one. Enjoy! The Notebook…

Hello there! You picked a good one today. LAURA LEWIS-BARR, the amazingly talented award-winning stop-motion filmmaker, returns to discuss one of the best films ever made, EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE. Enjoy! Everything Everywhere All At Once links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Laura Lewis-Barr links https://lauralewisbarrfilms.com YouTube Stamper Cine…

Greetings! In this episode LIZ SHIPTON joins us to talk a bit about her life as a part-time author, full-time pirate (her words) - as well as help unpack the swashbuckling classic, PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: THE CURSE OF THE BLACK PEARL. Enjoy! Liz Shipton links https://lizshipton.com Facebook TikTok Read her latest book here... Stamper Cinema links…

In this episode we are honored by the return of our favorite screenplay consultant, Naomi Beaty (writeandco.com). Naomi previously appeared on Stamper Cinema to discuss Ti West's X (episode 82). This time around, we're breaking down the BJ Novak directorial debut, VENGEANCE. Enjoy! Vengeance links Rotten Tomatoes IMDB Naomi Beaty links https://writ…

Greetings! In this episode we are joined by highly acclaimed author Lindsey Kinsella (The Lazarus Taxa) to discuss one of the coolest sci-fi flicks in recent memory, DISTRICT 9. Enjoy! Don't forget to check out Lindsey's latest novel The Heart of Pangaea. District 9 and related links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes The Metamorphosis Carnotaurus wiki Lindsey K…

Greetings! In our 100th episode we are honored to be joined by the OG guest himself, Cooper Cherry (host of the Machinic Unconscious Happy Hour)! Cooper returns to discuss the 1984 David Lynch cult-classic DUNE. This is a good one. BIFAR! Dune (1984) links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Spice Diver fan edit Roger Ebert's less-than-impressed review Princess I…

Greetings! In this 99th episode I am joined by the award-winning, best-selling author Lana McAra as we take a close look at the story structure of the action-thriller THE FUGITIVE (1993). If you love breaking down films by story, this is the episode for you. Enjoy! The Fugitive links Sam Sheppard Case IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Train Wreck Scene Screenpl…

Greetings and welcome to our 98th episode of Stamper Cinema. Returning to the show is Dylan James Quarles to discuss one of my all-time favorite sci-fi flicks GATTACA (1997). This is a fun one. Enjoy! Gattaca links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Is Pluto a planet? Dylan James Quarles links http://www.djqfiction.com Stamper Cinema links https://www.stampercin…

Greetings! In this episode we are joined by Marlene Sharp to discuss all things THE STAIRCASE. We cover a little bit about everything: the HBO series, the Netflix true-crime documentary as well as the Michael Peterson case itself. If you are not familiar with the events of THE STAIRCASE, here's essentially what happened.. Back in December 2001, Kat…

Greetings! In this very special edition of Stamper Cinema, Harker Jones returns to the show to discuss the cult classic APRIL FOOL'S DAY (1986). And even better - he brought along Deborah Goodrich (aka Nikki) from the film! Deborah joins us for a look back at this controversial horror film often noted for its twist. Or it is reveal? Hm. Listen on a…

Greetings and welcome to a very special episode of Stamper Cinema. In this installment we are joined by Renee Schyjer, wife of late rocker Freddy Moore (Skogie, The Kats, The Nu-Kats). Renee and I discuss Freddy's recent memoir IT'S NOT A RUMOUR - which Freddy, along with Shannon Guyton, were able to complete prior to Freddy's passing in 2022. We e…

Greetings and welcome to (as the title suggests) the episode where John and I talk about the 90s for two hours. Oh! And here's a fun drinking game for you - have a sip every time John brings up Kevin Costner. Enjoy! Topics Discussed 90s Films - extensively News from the 90s - briefly A Dissertation on Kevin Costner's 90s Career - almost entirely St…

Greetings and welcome to Stamper Cinema! In this episode we take a fun trip back to all things 1990s with Andy Frye, writer of the ridiculously amazing novel NINETY DAYS IN THE 90s. Listen on as Andy and I discuss one of, if not the, most important decades ever. No, really! I'm serious. Fine, ya disillusioned skeptic! Just listen to this and we'll …

Greetings and welcome to the 4th season of Stamper Cinema! Kicking off the season in grand fashion, writer Dylan James Quarles (The Ruins of Mars, The Man from Rome, There Be Monsters) returns to the show to discuss one of the all-time great films, STARSHIP TROOPERS (1997). Topics Covered: the film - quite extensively, whiskey, Ireland, whether Den…

Greetings! In this season finale episode, John and I look back at all things 2022. We discuss episode highlights from the year, a few of our favorite '22 film releases, as well as the downer note where my house flooded on Xmas Eve! Have a listen! Movies Discussed Everything Everywhere All At Once Prey X Pearl Top Gun: Maverick All Quiet on the West…

Greetings! In this episode comedian Tim Miller joins the show to discuss one of his favorite comedies of all time - DODGEBALL. Have a listen! Tim Miller links https://www.timimillercomedy.com Facebook Stamper Cinema links https://www.stampercinema.com https://linktr.ee/StamperCinemaBy Stamper Cinema

Greetings! As we wind down on season three, we are joined by Bob LeMent of Static Radio to discuss the 2021 Academy Award winning picture, NOMADLAND. Topics cover range everywhere from this amazing film to cartoon cats, to Morrissey, to Tiny House Nation and to the tragic reason why Bob will likely never eat at MOD Pizza ever again. You're gonna en…

Greetings! In this week's episode Bill Cushing (writer, sailor, awesome guy) joins the show to discuss one of his favorite 80s comedies, MY FAVORITE YEAR (1982), starring Peter O'Toole & Mark Lynn Baker. Enjoy! MY FAVORITE YEAR links IMDB Wiki Rotten Tomatoes Related links Aubrey Plaza shares her NBC Page story Peter O'Toole shares the funniest sto…

In this week's episode Tyler Foley (actor, author, keynote speaker) joins the show to discuss one of the greatest Stephen King adaptations ever, STAND BY ME (1986). Listen on as we explore some of the film's major themes: being a kid, discovering death, friendship and growing up. Oh! Tyler also tells us the real reason why Mighty Mouse could never …

Greetings! Happy Halloween to you all! In this episode we are joined by Battleship Pretension co-host Tyler Smith to discuss one of the most terrifying films ever made, Ridley Scott's ALIEN (1979). Enjoy! Alien links Rotten Tomatoes IMDB Tyler Smith links https://battleshippretension.com Watch Valley of the Shadow here... Stamper Cinema links https…

Hello! In this week's October fright fest episode, Brad Fuller returns to the podcast to discuss one of the all-time classics, THE OMEN (1976). Enjoy. This is all for you! The Omen links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes The Omen's creepy ass song Stamper Cinema links StamperCinema.com All of my social media links here...…

Greetings! Thank you for checking out this latest episode. In this installment we've got writer/screenwriter Harker Jones (UNTIL SEPTEMBER) joining us to break down one of the all-time great horror film tropes, FINAL GIRLS. This is a fun one. Enjoy! The Terminology Final Girls Male Gaze Yonic Some of the Films Discussed April Fool's Day The Collect…

Greetings! You've caught an especially good episode this week. An episode certain to put you in the proper movie mindset for this Halloween season. I'm beyond elated to share this conversation. Not only is S.A. Bradley the podcast host of Hellbent for Horror as well as the author of Screaming for Pleasure: How Horror Makes You Happy and Healthy, bu…

Greetings! This week's episode is going to be extra awesome, as NAOMI BEATY (screenplay consultant / screenwriting instructor) is here to chat with us about about the movie writing process. She may even share a few best practices she's learned during her acclaimed career. I dunno, you'll probably have to listen to know for sure! Oh! And because it'…

Greetings! We've got a great episode for you this week. I'm joined by Laura Lewis-Barr to discuss some of her work as well as the kickass 2020 Adam Rehmeier punk-rock-rom-com Dinner in America. Enjoy! Dinner in America links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes + trailer The Watermelon Song Laura Lewis-Barr links IMDB Official Site Stamper Cinema links Linktree St…

Welcome to another episode of Stamper Cinema! In this discussion I am joined by musician & Napa wine guy, Ezekiel Hampton to cover all things True Romance (1993). We get into our favorite scenes from the Quentin Tarantino written, Tony Scott directed crime adventure that literally has everything and everyone! Oh, we also discuss the Hans Zimmer ori…

Hello! I'm beyond excited to share this week's episode with you. I'm joined by writer Dylan James Quarles (The Ruins of Mars) to talk about the 90s Luc Besson sci-fi, action-adventure, but sometimes also love story, The Fifth Element. Topics covered range from Paul Verhoeven to 'maximalism' to Gary Oldman's chameleon-like greatness to the odd sexua…