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Gravity Falls
Tom & Jerry
Star Trek
Tom and Jerry
Hellsing Ultimate
Shaw Brothers
Hong Kong Cinema
Hanna-Barbera
Chow Yun-Fat
MGM
Animation
Horror Movies
A Better Tomorrow
Heathers
But I'm a Cheerleader (1999)
Hemisphere Pictures
John Woo
Lionheart
Cabin Fever
Eli Roth

NOTE: This channel will end with 2026. Spotify has made it too difficult to upload commentaries and they're constantly getting taken down because of background music. If you have an idea how to get around this, email me at MrGibop@gmail.com Director film commentaries for educational purposes only, so you can listen on the go. I make no money from this and I don't take requests.

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Latest Episodes

Film critics Troy Howarth and Eugenio Ercolani

Director Sheldon Lettich and film historian Heath Holland

Director Sydney Pollack

Writer Larry Karaszewski and film historian/author Justin Bozung

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Recent Guests

Sheldon Lettich
Film director and screenwriter, and director of Lionheart
Episode: Lionheart (1990)
Justin Bozung
Guest; Perry fan, biographer and commentator on the Perry's work
Episode: Last Summer (1969)
Mark Irwin
Cinematographer
Self-employed / Film industry professional
Episode: Night School (1981)
Claire Danes
A principal actor discussing her role and experiences on the show.
Episode: My So-Called Life (1994) - Self-Esteem (Season 1, Episode 12)
William Dear
Producer, writer, and director of Harry and the Hendersons
Episode: Harry and the Hendersons (1987)
Clea DuVall
Actor involved in the project
Episode: But I'm a Cheerleader (1999)
Natasha Lyonne
Actor in the film
Episode: But I'm a Cheerleader (1999)
Kathy Moriarty
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Episode: But I'm a Cheerleader (1999)
Bud Court
Actor in the film
Episode: But I'm a Cheerleader (1999)

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 166 ratings
  • $$$

    Whoever you are. God bless you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LittleChickenDinner
    United States5 months ago
  • 5/5

    Excellent for commutes and road trips. We love Chill Phil and the good works he is doing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Morgan_Y
    Canada9 months ago
  • Glad to finally be on board!…

    I’ve been curious about this show for months b/c it always comes up on searches with the most amazing guests. But, it always seemed maybe a little too intelligent and high brow for me, but after seeing The Wire (and Kolchak) coverage, I had to check it out. Very accessible and super informative. Host is cool and not self-important at all .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deadhead-Dan10
    United States9 months ago
  • ALL

    Thank you Phil. This pod is a true gift.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NickZ43
    United States10 months ago
  • My commentary: Great Podcast.

    If you love to listen to films with commentary, this site is amazing. P.S. More Clint Eastwood, please !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DP’67
    United Statesa year ago

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Many appreciate the accessible yet scholarly tone and the breadth of guests.
Fans value archival insights and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from industry insiders.
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Lionheart (1990)
Q: Did you have any sort of real world inspiration for this story? I mean, the idea of a national fighting ring with all these people, is that based on anything or is that just movies?
Lettich says the fighting circuit was invented for the film, while the main inspiration was Hard Times, a Charles Bronson movie about bare-knuckle street fights.
Lionheart (1990)
Q: When you write an action screenplay, do you have to have a fight every 20 pages or 15 pages, or do you just kind of go by gut?
Lettich says he writes by instinct. He knew Lionheart was a fight movie and wanted many fights, but did not follow a set page-count formula.
Hellsing Ultimate (2006) - Hellsing IX (Season 1, Episode 9)
Q: What are you working on now beyond Hellsing, and what's next for you creatively?
Taliesin and Katie discuss their current music projects, side ventures, and a variety of ongoing creative endeavors outside Hellsing, highlighting how completing one project often opens space for new beginnings.
The Phantom (1996)
Q: Could you speak to the casting of Billy Zane and how his preparation shaped the film?
Billy was attached from early on and committed to a physically demanding portrayal. He trained hard for months before production, and his embodiment of the Phantom helped anchor the film's action scenes and overall look, allowing us to approach the character as a dynamic, believable hero rather than a purely stylized mask.
The Phantom (1996)
Q: What were the main influences for tone and look, especially coming from a comic book origin?
I wanted a big, rousing adventure with a vibe similar to Indiana Jones, emphasizing spectacle and a sense of scale without losing character focus. The visuals, color, and practical design—like authentic locations and period production design—were chosen to give it a rich, timeless feel rather than a glossy, modern look.

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This show provides film commentary discussions and deep dives into a wide array of cinema, offering accessible, educational insights for on-the-go listening. Episodes cover the making, history, and cultural impact of films across eras, with an emphasis on behind-the-scenes storytelling, production challenges, design choices, and archival context. The format tends to mix thoughtful analysis with personal anecdotes from directors, writers, historians, and other industry insiders, making it a rich resource for listeners who want a deeper understanding of how films are crafted and understood. A notable strength is the breadth of subjects—from cult classics to contemporary releases—delivered in a consistently thorough, audience-friendly manner, ... more

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