Join me for a lowdown on the F/X action-buddy comedy thrillers where a special effects wizard & a detective are matched up together to fight criminal masterminds! Was this the first big role that all Americans saw Aussie character actor Bryan Brown in? Does Bryan Dennehy get to do his usual tough-guy antics or is he more reserved and having fun here? And how wild were some of these magic tricks in a pre-NOW YOU SEE ME world on-screen? Become invisible, fake your death & come listen to me...
May 19, 2025•14 min•Ep. 1026
We present to you all a hysterical yet brief episode on some of the most infamous music concerts we've been to. Which one was an okay show but in a terrible setting? Which group should you never see hammered? And which group started touring at the worst possible time? Find out, guffaw with us & be glad you didn't spend tickets on some of these dumpster fire events! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Gro...
May 16, 2025•9 min•Ep. 1025
Thomas Sena & Deremy Dove (Pop Culture Five Podcast Duo) light a match and illuminate the pros and cons of Martin Scorsese's Religious Epics Trilogy: THE LAST TEMPTATION OF CHRIST, KUNDUN and SILENCE! TOPICS INCLUDE: *An overview on Scorsese's look at Catholicism *Is Adam Driver needing better roles of late? *Philip Glass and Peter Gabriel's brilliantly inserted film scores for the initial two films *How hard it is to handle FOR ANY KIND of religious epic without someone disagreeing on the m...
May 15, 2025•12 min•Ep. 1024
We got 7 months before Halloween hits but in this Personalities themed week, we owed it to you all to talk about one of the zaniest slasher franchises: SLEEPAWAY CAMP! TOPICS INCLUDE: *Which installment is uniformely the best from top to bottom *Why, much like the other franchises it rips off, it's become a bigger than life cult film *And why it deserved more installments than it ultimately earned! MUSIC USED: "Scorched Fields" by Sascha Ende. Filmmusic.io Material is Licensed under Creative Com...
May 14, 2025•10 min•Ep. 1023
We present yet another fun minisode about the INDIANA JONES saga: this time we're discussing all our favorite villains we love to see meet their comeuppance on-screen! Is Major Toht or Mola Ram more fun to hate? Who had the best death scene? And along the way, we get to play clips highlighting some of the awesome one-liners, moody entrances & moments! OUR GUESTS: Elliott Serrano & Thomas Juettner (from Top Men: An Indiana Jones Podcast): https://radiomisfits.com/podcasts/caffeinated-co...
May 13, 2025•14 min•Ep. 1022
It's a very special tribute to the king of TV Land programmed reruns: GILLIGAN'S ISLAND! Topics Include: *Funny refs to the show in pop culture by comedian Robert Klein, MST3k & even That '70s Show *We contrast this with other TV shows that became hit blockbusters & awful movie remakes *We talk about the 2001 documentary TV film, how the show is currently streaming on Tubi and recast a NEW version (as well as a Skinemax/Roger Corman B-Movie Parody) *And we then finish it off with fun tri...
May 12, 2025•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 1021
We wrap up the Drama themed week with some amusing side-tangents: Podcaster Ryan T. Richardson & Filmbuff Paul Derby return to discuss some amusing State & Regional related humor. Amusing Related Topics Include: *Newark & Detroit based material you'll only get if you've lived there *The different kinds of highway traffic *Getting mugged while trying to catch a cab *And different times at night where you definitely don't want to be outside! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JUR...
May 09, 2025•10 min•Ep. 1020
Author Corey Danna & Instagramer Fred Andersson return to help me with a mini-showcase about the Hong Kong martial arts cop flick series: IN THE LINE OF DUTY (A.K.A. YES, MADAM). How many of the talented stars appear but as different characters in each installment? How do they compare to other material like Jackie Chan's POLICE STORY/SUPERCOP films? And how do they measure up against U.S. blockbusters like 48 HRS. and LETHAL WEAPON? Grab your earbuds for electric kicks, high-speed chases &am...
May 08, 2025•9 min•Ep. 1019
Thomas Sena & Deremy Dove (Pop Culture Five) dive back in for yet another Martin Scorsese themed filmmaker's corner sit-down. The 3 period drama related films in this pack are: BOXCAR BERTHA, RAGING BULL & THE AGE OF INNOCENCE. Topics of the Episode Include: *Sports movies overview and how period dramas have evolved in terms of how they're crafted *Why is Boxcar Bertha more of a Roger Corman movie than an ACTUAL Scorsese inspired vision? *Why Raging Bull is Scorsese's Schindler's List wh...
May 07, 2025•16 min•Ep. 1018
In this re-edit, we do a primary focus on Sam Raimi's two key yet criminally undervalued character studies: 1998's A SIMPLE PLAN and 2000's THE GIFT. How does Raimi go about adding his fantasy/terror style to the latter while encompassing a rich noir ensemble in the initial hit film? We also detail his signature styles, his on-screen passion for being unpredictable & other uncanny stuff that only he seems able to pull off! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: ht...
May 06, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 1017
Podcaster Patrick Crain & Afternoon.FM’s Matthew Zeitoun join me to highlight the King of Gripping Yet Engaging Indie Cinema Styles: John Cassavetes. We also discuss how he evolved as an actor and as a family man while also showcasing protege Steven Spielberg's tribute to him at the 2023 Oscars! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter: https://twitt...
May 05, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 1016
Deremy Dove and Thomas Sena (Pop Culture Five Podcast), Author Corey Danna, Fred Andersson and GameDotFilm (from 3ReelCinema) join the usual podcast shenanigans: An overview of the Hong Kong narcs vs. criminals in the INFERNAL AFFAIRS trilogy and it's award-winning U.S. remake THE DEPARTED! TOPICS INCLUDE: *How well phones and the musical scores are used in both versions of the formula *A retrospect on different kinds of movie criticism, how Hong Kong film is consumed nowadays & where to loc...
May 02, 2025•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 1015
I brought back the reliable Action/Horror/Fantasy movie guests for a fun side-section where we discuss our favorite moments in THE PROPHECY movies starring Christopher Walken as the Archangel Gabriel! TOPICS INCLUDE: *How it's another twisted vision by the creator of the HIGHLANDER franchise *The scene-stealing actor in the first 3 installments *How the 4th & 5th film should've just been stand-alone EXORCIST/HELLRAISER sequels *We also mention the Vinegar Syndrome Blu-Ray collection * And th...
May 01, 2025•12 min•Ep. 1014
Deremy Dove and Thomas Sena (Pop Culture Five Podcast) return to illustrate Paul Newman's "Fast Eddie" Felson movies in this minisode double feature of THE HUSTLER and THE COLOR OF MONEY! TOPICS INCLUDE: *Rare instances of sequels being naturally produced years later after an earlier hit *How to illustrate the themes of gambling and playing pool in movies today versus back then *And more of the usual pros and cons by your's truly! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page...
Apr 30, 2025•13 min•Ep. 1013
In this side chat minisode, we do a look at George Lucas' attempt at blending in his famous franchise with historical recreations and family friendly antics: THE YOUNG INDIANA JONES CHRONICLES. How many iconic guests stars appeared on this early '90s adventure? What acclaim and detractors did it have? How does it truly hold up now? All that (and how there's no way Indy actually interacted with Pancho Villa in any reality)! OUR GUESTS: Elliott Serrano & Thomas Juettner (from Top Men: An India...
Apr 29, 2025•8 min•Ep. 1012
Cohorts Deremy Dove and Thomas Sena (Pop Culture Five Podcast) elaborate on the Gangster Turf War Themed Movies of Martin Scorsese's filmography: MEAN STREETS, CASINO & GANGS OF NEW YORK! TOPICS INCLUDE: *What is our favorite Frank Vincent role out of all 3 Scorsese films he's in? *What special elements does Tarantino steal from Mean Streets the most? *What's the best ironic line by one of the gangsters about to be murdered in Casino's finale? *Why is the narration really unneeded in Casino ...
Apr 28, 2025•22 min•Ep. 1011
Movie & Music mega-fan/Podcaster Crewmember Mike Ensing takes his best shot at the chaotic movie set fixing game: NO-BUDGET FILMMAKING DISASTERS! This time, our guest must improve a Rock N' Roll music drama that's in disarray due to: *most of its soundtrack being public domain tunes, *the crew trying to make the production look cinematic (and not look Hallmark-like) *and untalented castmembers who can't sing but who also can't be fired due to being nephews of the producers. How will Mike sto...
Apr 25, 2025•13 min•Ep. 1010
Podcaster partner-in-crime James Bruno interjects on how he will reign supreme at another round in the movie fixing game: NO-BUDGET FILMMAKING DISASTERS! How does one get rid of a talented yet perverted cinematographer, make a pulpy sexy mystery film actually safe-for-work viewing AND get actors who don't curse to say the lines the way they're written? James is Italian-born tough but is he film set tough? Will it actually come out on time and be coherent? Only one way to find out if he wins the ...
Apr 24, 2025•11 min•Ep. 1009
TV Host, Theater Actor & Podcaster Rich Cyr (The Claw's Corner) puts on his thinking cap for another round of the ultimate movie fixer game: NO-BUDGET FILMMAKING DISASTERS! How do you turn a progressive Western into something bigger than it really is? How do you get performances if actors refuse to learn their lines, no filming permits and wasted camera shots? Will Rich ride his horse into the sunset for good or come away a winner? Find out! SONG USED: "Time Passing By" by AudioNautix. Licen...
Apr 23, 2025•8 min•Ep. 1008
Our usual podcast members Gil & Tom decide to tag-team and participate in another round of the ultimate game where you fix a problematic film set and come out with a cinematic winner: No-BUDGET FILMMAKING DISASTERS! This time, the duo must improve a cheap gladiators coliseum film with wrestlers who can't act, a film crew that keeps quitting & a studio who doesn't care as long as it gets done on time. What formula will they do to fix this? What careers will be saved by their efforts? And ...
Apr 22, 2025•12 min•Ep. 1007
We begin a new series of movie related games where we have our many guests fix a disasterous movie shoot and turn it into a surprise success: NO-BUDGET FILMMAKING DISASTERS! To start things off, we got author/podcaster/music buff Libby Cudmore rescuing a murder mystery movie from going south. Will she stop it from going straight to Netflix? How many script changes and improv are needed to make this not be schlocky? Find out in the premiere of this (mini) spin-off series! SONG USED: "Time Passing...
Apr 21, 2025•9 min•Ep. 1006
Jay Burke & Ryan McGann celebrate the ultimate Grunge Metal band tribute in the name of Kurt Cobain and his group Nirvana. TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: *We also look at actual trivia vs. some annoying history re-writes that have influenced the Grunge scene on Nirvana's influence *We outline their accolades, other cultural relevance & how they redefined MTV *Were they the first modern group to have so many bangers on ONE album? *Was Cobain almost have as big a cult following as Tupac & Elv...
Apr 18, 2025•1 hr 58 min•Ep. 1005
Deremy Dove and Thomas Sena (Pop Culture Five Podcast) help me start one of several Martin Scorsese themed movie discussions these next few months with a double feature discussion about GOODFELLAS and its parody follow-up MY BLUE HEAVEN. TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: *How Henry Hill is an outsider, Goodfellas' iconic helicopter pursuit shot & how both films depict various Italian demographics *How the film prays on everyone's secret wants and needs *Is Goodfellas to date the only exception to the ...
Apr 17, 2025•15 min•Ep. 1004
The ultimate sitcom trivia is in session tonight as we discuss: THE BRADY BUNCH. We also detail the best sitcoms it's inspired by as well as the ones it played a part in developing as well as some of the most common ways it's spoofed in pop culture. If you think you had one crazy huge family, think again! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter: https:/...
Apr 16, 2025•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 1003
Author Corey Danna & Instagram Blogger Fred Andersson (Schmollywood Babylon) join me to highlight our favorite moments in the BEST OF THE BEST martial arts movie series. Then stay tuned afterwards for an interview with Martial Arts Filmbuffs Christopher Evans & Jamie MacDonald as they illustrate how their new Alain Bannion book series was inspired by these kinds of movies. CHECK THEM OUT AT THE UPCOMING U.K. MAS EVENT: https://www.theukmas.co.uk/ BUY THE BOOK HERE: https://www.amazon....
Apr 15, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 1002
We were long overdue to discuss the earlier eras of MTV from its initial cartoon & video programming blocks to its intense interviews, experimental comedy & initial reality TV craze. We also get to play some bumpers, detail the unusual marketing, criminally forgotten single season shows & mention our favorite TV hosts. Joining us are for our dynamic journey are: *Everything Is A Primary Source Podcast: *Mack Lambert *Oreo Brewer Test your frequency, check your TV Guide & set the ...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 1001
Our gang continues the post-Ray Harryhausen discussion by doing a mini-overview of the earlier RKO monster movie days and why KING KONG was emulated in so many formats from the '30s to even today! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackedUpReview Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacked_up_podcast/ SHOW LINKS: YouTube: https...
Apr 11, 2025•24 min•Ep. 1000
The podcast gang sums up what makes Ray Harryhausen's crafted effects epics still eye-popping all of these years later in cinema history. We also get to talk about Ray's mentor Willis OBrien & the man's influence on later stop-motion animators like Phil Tippett & Nick Park. Come get animated with us! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter: http...
Apr 10, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 999
Deremy Dove & Thomas Sena (the duo from the Pop Culture Five Podcast) help me sing praise towards Martin Scorsese's documentary, biopic & crime movie career. What are his brief visiting of the period drama, horror mystery & comedy genres often like? What are some of his key influences for his movie style? Plus, you also get to hear some neat clips from his American Express commercial, his "What Makes Cinema" interview & Wall Street Journal interviewing him about his first camera ...
Apr 09, 2025•41 min•Ep. 998
Photographer/Star Trek fan art creator Tim Smith drops by to summarize our favorite moments of the new groundbreaking STAR TREK videogames for both the computer and console markets! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackedUpReview Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacked_up_podcast/ SHOW LINKS: YouTube: https://m.youtube.co...
Apr 08, 2025•42 min•Ep. 997
