Not a Bomb
Not A Bomb PodcastNot A Bomb Podcast explores the cinematic failures of the box office as well as movies that critics, universally, didn‘t love. Each week, Brad and Troy discuss the history of a disastrous movie release and debate whether the film deserves a second chance. From misunderstood classics like Heaven’s Gate to cheesy flicks like Samurai Cop, you’ll find a wide variety of films that get a little extra at... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 347 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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This week’s experiment: the baffling, bargain-bin martial arts spectacle known as King Kong Fu. A film that dares to ask, “What if a kung fu master… was also a gorilla?” and then refuses to answer that question in any coherent way.
Shot in Wichita, ... more
For the month of April, Not A Bomb shines a spotlight on Hong Kong cinema. This week, Troy and Brad take a sharp turn into horror-comedy with Vampire vs. Vampire, a wildly inventive entry in the jiangshi (hopping vampire) subgenre that blends folklor... more
For the month of April, Not A Bomb is shining a spotlight on Hong Kong films. This week, Troy and Brad shift from contemporary action to a raw, visceral reimagining of wuxia as they explore Tsui Hark’s 1995 film The Blade — a brutal, expressionistic ... more
For the month of April, Not A Bomb is shining a spotlight on Hong Kong films. This week, Troy and Brad shift from modern action thrillers to one of John Woo’s most personal and harrowing works: Bullet in the Head. Directed, written, produced, edited,... more
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Great, fun banter, shocking to find out what movies bombed, and a great way to discover and revisit films. 5 stars
Audible5Andrew Dennett
United States6 months ago Great, fun banter, shocking to find out what movies bombed, and a great way to discover and revisit films. 5 stars
Audible5Andrew DennettUnited States6 months ago- Great podcast for film buffs
I’ve been listening to this podcast over two years now, nearly three, Brad and Troy are truly lovers of film. They always do their homework on the film they’re covering and have a great discussion and have equally enjoyable guests. Definitely a podcast to recommend.
Apple Podcasts5MacPhililipUnited States3 years ago - Great info about the movies featured.
I love this podcast, even as I struggle to keep up with episodes among the many other podcasts that I listen to.
Apple Podcasts5tylerandjack
United Kingdom4 years ago - Fun and Unique!
Glad I found this pod, they have a real fresh and funny vibe that’s never dull and always infectious. From the silly to the cool to the down right dumb, this show has it all. Add it to your playlist!
Apple Podcasts5movie_fan1989United States4 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #159 | United States/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #210 | United Kingdom/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #108 |  South Korea/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #164 |  Norway/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
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The show spotlights cinematic misfires and underappreciated films, unpacking why some titles bombed at release yet still spawn cult followings. HostsBrad and Troy bring a mix of nostalgia, research, and candid humor as they dissect production quirks, casting choices, and reception, often inviting guests with industry or scholarly perspectives to enrich the conversation. Notable is the balance between affectionate nostalgia and critical scrutiny, making it easy for film fans and industry observers to gauge whether a so-called failure deserves a second look. The format tends to blend historical context with strong opinions and lively banter, which can feel like a group of cinephile friends hashing out ideas over drinks. Potential listeners sh... more
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2. Michael Neel
3. Mike McGranaghan
4. Dr. Michele Meek
5. Cameron Sauer
6. Michael Mann
7. Russell Crowe
8. Al Pacino
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