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Grief
Bullying
Stephen King
Death Becomes Her
Dark Comedy
Hollywood
Leon: the Professional
David Lynch
Pet Sematary
Child's Play
Point Break
The Virgin Suicides
Romantic Relationships
Horror Films
Liberace
Eraserhead
The Cell
A Simple Plan
Bruce Willis
Night Of the Hunter

Filmmaker and actor, Jack Bishop and Corey Clifford take a close look at the films in their life-long DVD and Blu Ray collections and discuss what each movie means to them today. One-by-one, they revisit the movies (bonus features and all) to decide if they should keep ‘em, trash ‘em or upgrade ‘em. And along the way the three share hilarious life stories, insights about the filmmaking process and... more

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Some legacies must end. This week Jack and Corey are joined by actor Tory Devon Smith (The Five-Star Weekend, The Baldwin Archives) to talk Tony Kaye's haunting and controversial drama AMERICAN HISTORY X (1998)! The three talk films about racism, act... more

We all go a little mad sometimes! This week Jack and Corey are joined by the hilarious Ryan Stanger (Actionboyz Podcast) to talk Gus Van Sant's controversial (nearly) shot-for-shot remake of Alfred Hitchcock's PSYCHO (1998)! The three talk Van Sant v... more

RUN HOME, JACK! This week Jack and Corey are joined by filmmaker/actor Gabriel Villanueva Lamas to talk Stephen Spielberg's critically panned, but beloved by millennials children's movie HOOK (1991)! The three talk sea shanties, people who look good ... more

Jack and Corey are bewitched body and soul by this week's guests Nina Concepción and Katherine Bourne Taylor (Obsessed Podcast) who join them to talk Joe Wright's beloved Jane Austen adaptation PRIDE & PREJUDICE (2005)! The four talk hyper fixations,... more

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Recent Guests

Nina Concepción
Comedian, actress, writer, producer; co-host of Obsessed
Obsessed (podcast)
Episode: Pride & Prejudice (2005) with Nina Concepción and Katherine Bourne Taylor
Katherine Bourne Taylor
Comedian, actress, writer, producer; co-host of Obsessed
Obsessed (podcast)
Episode: Pride & Prejudice (2005) with Nina Concepción and Katherine Bourne Taylor
Danny Jelinek
Writer/Director with work for Jimmy Kimmel Live and Comedy Bang Bang
Jimmy Kimmel Live, Channel 101, Funny or Die, Adult Swim, Comedy Bang Bang
Episode: Darkman (1990) with Danny Jelinek
Betsy Sodaro
Actor known for Ghosts and voice work, guest on episode about Misery
Actor, Ghosts on CBS; podcast guest
Episode: Misery (1990) with Betsy Sodaro
Anais Fairweather
Actor, comedian, writer, producer, improviser
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Episode: Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) with Anais Fairweather
Libby Ewing
Award-winning director, writer, and actress; director of Charliebird
Independent film
Episode: Something's Gotta Give (2003) with Libby Ewing
Ben Rodgers
Writer, actor, comedian and Buffalo-onion; guest on the episode
The Action Boyz
Episode: Buffalo '66 (1998) with Ben Rodgers
Matt Figueira
Actor, writer and cinephile
Episode: Suspiria (2018) with Matthew Figueira
Tobie Windham
Actor, writer, director, teacher, and fellow podcaster
The Frogs; The Blue Minivan; The Frogs podcast
Episode: Little Monsters (1989) with Tobie Windham

Hosts

Jack Bishop
Filmmaker and actor with a passion for cinema, known for sharing insights on the filmmaking process and engaging storytelling.
Corey Clifford
Co-host with a background in entertainment and a love for film critique, bringing humor and engaging conversation to the discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 74 ratings
  • YEP.

    The BEST movie podcast. Highly highly recommend for cinephiles and nostalgic populace alike..!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KTMcClel
    United States12 days ago
  • A favorite!

    I love their discussion of films, selection of guests and the premise! The songs are my favorite part!! Jack Bishop makes the content I love. Corey is a great host as well. Love it!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NoThankYou69420isactuallytaken
    United States2 months ago
  • Stay Possessed!

    My favorite movie podcast. The guests are great. Jack and Corey always crack me up. And each episode makes me remember why I love movies. I’ve recommended it to all my friends and basically anyone who likes movies and physical media.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HorstAndKiki4Eva
    United Statesa year ago
  • very good

    maybe my favorite film revist podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    savethejonahs
    United Statesa year ago
  • Come for the song, stay for the movie.

    An excellent movie discussion podcast from the perspectives of working film/tv talent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Decent.cook
    United States2 years ago

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Many listeners appreciate the focus on physical media and how it ties into the love of movies.
The hosts' ability to blend nostalgia with relevant discussions on films resonates with audiences, leading to a loyal following.
The balance of insights, critique, and personal anecdotes creates an engaging listening experience.
Listeners enjoy the humor and chemistry of the hosts, making them feel like part of a fun conversation about films.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Natural Born Killers (1994) with Andrew Schrader
Q: What version of Natural Born Killers did you watch, theatrical or director's cut?
Schrader and the hosts discuss preferring the theatrical version for its pacing, while acknowledging the director's cut contains extra material and commentary; the three-minute difference is notable but does not fully alter their evaluation of the film's impact.
Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down! (1989) with Shinelle Azoroh
Q: What makes this film fit into Almodóvar's signature melodic melodrama rather than pure sensationalism?
The balance of stylized visuals, bold sexuality, and intricate power dynamics, paired with sharp dialogue and a sense of camp, makes it a layered melodrama rather than simple provocation.
Buffalo '66 (1998) with Ben Rodgers
Q: What makes Buffalo 66 stand out visually and aesthetically?
The film's distinctive use of Ektachrome reversal stock, bold camera placements, and sequences like the belt-driven bullet-time moment create a uniquely textured indie look that feels both raw and formally ambitious.
The Cell (2000) with Oscar Montoya
Q: Oscar, do you consider J. Lo as a physical media lover? Did you ever have a DVD collection?
Oscar recounts losing thousands of dollars worth of DVDs and Blu-rays in a move.
Bigger Than Life (1956) with Anne Rieman and Ryan Perez
Q: What do you think about the themes of addiction and abusive relationships in the movie?
The movie exposes the psychological strain of financial issues and reveals the intimate and twisted dynamics of family life under such stress.

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This show offers an engaging exploration of notable films through the personal lens of the hosts, who revisit and critique their cherished DVD and Blu-ray collections. Each episode features humorous anecdotes and thoughtful insights about the movies, from nuanced discussions about the filmmaking process to film theories that spark lively debates among the hosts. The dynamic interaction among them enriches the episodes, making an entertaining experience whether listeners are movie buffs or casual viewers. Unique to this podcast is its focus on the physical media aspect of films, which sets it apart from typical movie review formats, appealing to nostalgia while encouraging deeper reflections on cinema and its cultural impact.

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2. Katherine Bourne Taylor
3. Danny Jelinek
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