In this edition of Off the Record Rastislav Miklos and Stewart Rathje take a look at films we watched recently. Unfortunately Ken was not able to make it this time. Rasto enlightens us with his TV series that ran from 2016 to 2021. Rasto believes that four seasons is the perfect amount of time before a series goes stale. Billy Bob Thornton plays a disgraced lawyer, and ambulance chaser mixed with his keen cleverness. Stewart then gives his take on the 1988 film The Couch Trip, featuring an escap...
Jun 17, 2025•46 min
Mother! from 2017 is not a typical movie you would show to your mother or father as the screenplay was written in just 5 days. The viewers were divided down the middle on ratings and it was considered a controversial film. Filled with religious symbolism that was loosely based on key moments of the old and new testament scriptures. Whether you consider this film good or bad, it will certainly will force you to dig deeper into it. Written and Directed by Darren Aronofsky. Starring Jennifer Lawren...
May 22, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 3Ep. 62
In this edition of Off the Record we take a peak at the following films and give tribute to Gene Hackman and Val Kilmer who have recently died. Thunderheart from 1992, Nocturne from 2020, The Hole from 2009, Uncommon Valor from 1983, 11:14 from 2003, Conclave from 2024, and the dishonorable mention of The Brutalist. Notable Actors include. Val Kilmer, Sydney Sweeney, Madison Iseman, Chris Massoglia, Bruce Dern, Gene Hackman, Hilary Swank, Colins Hanks, and Ralph Fiennes. This is a public episode...
Apr 23, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Does John Die at the End? This 2012 mashup of various film and horror genres is as unique as it comes. Based on the novel and web series of the same name, and written by the same author. John and Dave are a couple of young slackers, with seemingly nothing going on in their life. However a chance encounter with a Bob Marley look-a-like sets them off in a tailspin as he knows things about their life no one should know. After ingesting a 'soy sauce' like drug, they realize they have new abilities t...
Apr 07, 2025•1 hr 3 min
We are here celebrating our 100th episode of the combined Off the Record and Full Length Editions. We go back to our earliest memories of cinema that had influenced us in our life. In this edition we look at Star Wars Episode 4 - A New Hope, Star Wars Episode 5 - The Empire Strikes Back, Permanent Vaction from 1980, PI from 1998, Upgrade from 2018 and finally Army of Darkness: Evil Dead 3 from 1992. Thank You everyone for listening thus far, and we hope to produce 100 more! This is a public epis...
Mar 20, 2025•1 hr
David Lynch created many films that shocked us, but he also knew how to give us...The Straight Story. Join us as we review this lesser viewed gem. The Straight story from 1999 follows the real life events of an elderly man named Alvin Straight who has had a falling out with his brother many years prior. He finds out his brother has had a stroke and decides he needs to make amends. Due to Alvins own short comings, and inability to drive he has no way to reconnect with him in his remote house half...
Feb 20, 2025•1 hr 11 min
Episode 1 of 2025: In this edition we look at the following films: Nosferatu (2024), The Day of the Jackal (2024) Tv Series, Von Ryan's Express (1965), Arcadian (2024), Dinner in America (2021), The First Deadly Sin (1980) and The Lobster as an honorable mention. Notable Actors Include: Willem Dafoe, Eddie Redmayne, Lashana Lynch, Ursula Corbelo, Frank Sinatra, Trevor Howard, Nicholas Cage, Kyler Gallner, Emily Skeggs, Faye Dunaway. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this wit...
Jan 29, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Based on 1570's Feudal Japan, this historical epic was a masterpiece of its time. Akira Kurosawa was near the end of his career, and hadn't made a film in some time, but this was his valiant return with the Film Kagemusha: the Shadow Warrior. The film almost never seen the light of day if it weren't for the Western counterparts to cover the remaining budget and distribution. Based on the true events Takeda Shingen and his clan, this film delves into the historical aspects of the era and the poli...
Jan 11, 2025•1 hr 25 min
In this edition of 'Off the Record' we take a look at the following films: Hundreds of Beavers (2022), The Primevals (2023), Red One (2024), Thelma (2024), A time to Kill (1996), Mississippi Burning (1988). Notable Actors include Matthew McConaughey, Sandra Bullock, Samuel L Jackson, Gene Hackmann, Willem Dafoe, Ryland Brickson, Cole Tews, Juliet Mills, Dwayne Johnson, Lucy Lui, J.K. Simmons, Chris Evans, June Squibb, and Clark Gregg This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this wi...
Dec 17, 2024•58 min
Is this a Murder Mystery? A Pretty Woman prequel? Perhaps it is a Romantic Drama. We aren't quite sure, but Klute from 1971 was certainly praised. Set in what was the modern day early 70's, a detective, a high class call girl, and a corporate chief have their lives entangled as they try to solve a murder mystery. Bree Daniel runs afoul with John Klute who is investigating the death. She is determined not to get attached to him or to reveal her secrets, but she seemingly caves to his dry and calm...
Dec 07, 2024•1 hr
In this edition of 'Off the Record' we take a look at the following films: Featured is Klute (1971), Wyrmwood Road of the Dead (2014), Get Thrashed (2006), Locke (2013), The Girl in the Pool (2024), The 4:30 Movie (2024). Notable Actors include Jane Fonda, Donald Sutherland, Jay Gallagher, Lee Altus, Tom Hardy, Freddie Prinze Jr., and Kevin Smith This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unsungcinematics.substack.com...
Nov 16, 2024•56 min
Wyrmwood Apocalypse is a brainless zombie horror from 2021 that features most of the same characters as the original Wyrmwood film. Set in the near future, this dystopian terror, is different than other films in this genre as of late due to the fact that it uses mostly practical effects for the savage amusement of the fans. Even though many of the original fans were critical of this hack and slash due to them lessening the slapstick element it still manages to entertain. The films main character...
Oct 26, 2024•52 min
In this episode of 'Off The Record' our feature pick was Apartment 7A and the following films: Future 38', The Boat that Rocked, Civil War, VHS Beyond and About A Boy and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice as a honorable mention. Notable actors include: Michael Keaton, Julia Garner, Betty Gilpin, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Kirsten Dunst, Brian Baker and Hugh Grant. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unsungcinematics.substac...
Oct 09, 2024•56 min
The Neon Demon is a psychological horror film produced from the mind of Nicolas Refn and those living the high life in California. Amazon picked up the film as one of it's premiere features in 2016. Rated R for swearing, nudity, violence, and adult subjects. The story features a young aspiring 16 year old new to Los Angeles and new to the modeling scene. She is instantly successful with everyone she meets. Climbing the ladder quickly, everyone around her sees her as some unique flower ready to b...
Sep 19, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Ken went to the Canadian Fan Expo 2024 - he shared some of his experiences with the Toronto based conference that is focused on comics, film, tv and gaming. Plenty of fun! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unsungcinematics.substack.com
Sep 05, 2024•10 min
In this summer edition of Off the Record we take a look at the following: Feature this time is The Crow from 2024, Joyride films from 2001, 2008 and 2014, Snack Snack from 2024, Lowlife from 2017 and Evil Season 3 from 2024. Notable Actors include Bill Skarsgard, Steve Zahn, Paul Walker, Conor Shery, Gabriel LaBelle, Katja Herbers, and Mark Burnham. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unsungcinematics.substack....
Sep 04, 2024•54 min
Danny Greene is a legend in his time, as he was prominent in his Irish community as the one who took on the mafia in Cleveland during the 60's and 70's. Cleveland was dubbed as 'Bomb City USA' during the bombings of 1976 and Danny was right in the thick of it. Kill the Irishman is a based on the true story of his life and dealings with the Mafia. The story starts with his clash with his union boss, and then moving onto bigger fish by starting the Irish Mafia in Cleveland. He was a true force to ...
Jul 17, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Our featured film for this edition of Off the Record is Road House from 1989 and the 2024 version. Also in this episode is Tucker and Dale vs Evil, Army of Shadows, Winchester, and Last Stop in Yuma County. Notable Actors include: Patrick Swayze, Jake Gyllenhall, Conor McGregor, Tyler Labine, Alan Tudyk, Lino Ventura, Helen Mirren, and Jim Cummings. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unsungcinematics.substack....
Jun 26, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Art School Confidential is a 2006 parody film of college life as a student. The film is filled with plenty of nonsense, pretentious behaviour, backstabbing and a side of murder mystery. Based on the partially true events of a graphic novelists journey through art school and also part fiction. Trashed by critics, will this film be revived or is it simply destined for the waste bin. Directed by the same director of ghost world (Terry Zwigoff) and Screenplay by Daniel Clowes. Starring Max Minghella...
Jun 04, 2024•1 hr 11 min
In this edition of Off the Record we review the following films: Late Night with the Devil, Hunter Prey, Memories of Murder, Captive State, Midsommar, and I Saw the Devil. Notable actors include, David Dastmalchian, Laura Gordon, Clark Bartram, Song Kang-ho, John Goodman, Florence Pugh, Will Poulter, and Lee Byung-hun. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unsungcinematics.substack.com...
May 22, 2024•1 hr 6 min
The Hidden is a R rated film of car chases, alien parasites, and a crime mystery gone wrong. In this action packed 1987 cult classic many genres are blended together to create this interesting tale. An FBI agent and a local LA cop team up to hunt down a bizarre criminal that has killed, stolen and has been on a terror spree. Little does the local cop know, but he is in for a wild ride that involves a extra terrestrial mystery. The both keep following a string of murders from seemingly random peo...
Apr 30, 2024•1 hr 11 min
In this edition of Off the Record we take a look at the following films: The Passenger (2023), Perfect Days (2023), Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024), Fast Charlie (2023), True Detective 4th Season and Left Behind: Rise of the Antichrist. Notable Actors Include: Merah Benoit and Johnny Berchtold, Koji Yakusho, Paul Rudd, Dan Aykroyd, Pierce Brosnan, Jodie Foster, Kevin Sorbo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visi...
Apr 16, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Doggy Bank is mini-series based on a novel by legendary Brazilian novelist Machado de Assis who passed away 100 years ago with little notice outside his country. The series follows the story of a broke and dimwitted slacker who is hired by a mad philosopher to babysit his pampered pooch. What follows is a satirical exploration of wealth and loyalty, but with a few more belly laughs. With humor, Corrêa explores layered international and thought-provoking stories using Brazilian culture as a vehic...
Mar 21, 2024•1 hr 13 min
In this February/March Edition of Off The Record our feature film is Dune Part II. We also look at the following films: Inside from (2023), Fear Is The Key (1972), Last Flag Flying from (2017), 65 from (2023) and finally Red Right Hand from (2024) which both Ken and Rasto watched and directed by the Nelms brothers. Notable actors include: Timothee Chalamet, Christopher Walken, Willem Dafoe, Barry Newman, Ben Kingsley, Bryan Cranston, Laurence Fishburne, Steve Carell, Adam Driver, and Orlando Blo...
Mar 12, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Joaquin Phoenix (prounced wah-keen) stars in this 2023 surrealist art film called Beau is Afraid, where ever irrational fear seems to come to life partially fueled on by his mother and partially by his inability to have sex. Beau is a middle aged man who never could live up to this mothers expectations and as a result lives his life in constant fear. He lives in a terrifying neighbourhood and is hell bent on attending his mothers funeral, but a series of tragedies unfold that prevent him making ...
Feb 28, 2024•1 hr 20 min
In this edition of Off the Record we review the following films and TV series. Our Feature for this episode is Le Samourai from 1967, followed by Paint (2023), The Fall of the House of Usher (2023), In Order of Disappearance (2014), Heist 88 (2023), The Haunting of Bly Manor (2020) and a New Brazilian based Comedy yet to be revealed. Notable Actors include: Alain Delon, Owen Wilson, Carla Gugino, Stellan Skarsgard, Courtney B. Vance, and Victoria Pedretti This is a public episode. If you would l...
Feb 19, 2024•56 min
The Million Dollar Hotel is a 2000 art film that follows a FBI agent investigating the suspected murder of a resident who supposedly committed suicide. The prime and bizarre suspect is also a prostitute and the main character has a learning disability who may also be in on it. The thing is most of the others who live in this permanent residence hotel are also a bit insane, but smart enough to hatch schemes of their own. Starring Mel Gibson, Milla Jovovich, and Jeremy Davies. The film is directed...
Feb 06, 2024•1 hr 8 min
In this episode we review the following films. I Am Not Okay with This (2020), Silver and the Book of Dreams (2023), Sisu (2020), Devil in Ohio (2022), Star Trek Lower Decks (2020), and The Man from Toronto (2022). Notable Actors include: Christy Hall, Jonathan Entwistle, Jana McKinnon, Jorma Tommila, Emily Deschanel, Jerry O'Connell, Kevin Hart and Woody Harrelson. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unsungcin...
Jan 24, 2024•50 min
Grave of the Fireflies is a 1988 dramatic anime set during the events of World War Two Japan. In this episode we brought on our special guest Tyler who is fluent in Japanese culture and language. This film is available in Japanese and two seperate English dubs. Setsuko a young girl and her older brother Saiti find themselves parentless after a US bomber drops incendiary bombs on their city of Kobe. After briefly staying with their aunt, they are unable to cope with the set forth rules, and decid...
Jan 10, 2024•1 hr 14 min
In this Christmas edition of Off the Record, we watched the following films from November. There's Something in the Barn (2023), Station Eleven (2021), Office Race (2023), Silent Night (2023), Devs (2020), and Exmas (2023). Honorable mention Candy Cane Lane from 2023. Notable actors in the films are Martin Starr, Mackenzie Davis, Joel McHale, Kelsey Grammer, Alyson Hannigan, Sonoya Mizuno, Joel Kinnaman, Robbie Amell, and Eddie Murphy. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this ...
Dec 19, 2023•58 min
