Greetings! In the season four finale of Stamper Cinema we return to the world of John Carpenter, with the 1986 cult-classic BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA. Long time listeners will remember we previously covered three other Carpenter titles back in season one: HALLOWEEN / CHRISTINE / THE THING (visit StamperCinema.com for access to those episodes) Big Trouble in Little China is an action-adventure-comedy about truck driver Jack Burton (played brilliantly by Kurt Russell) and his friend Wang Chi (Du...
Jan 07, 2024•53 min•Ep 121•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings in our season 4 penultimate episode, we take a look at the 2006 indie comedy/drama hybrid STRANGER THAN FICTION, starring Will Ferrell, directed by Marc Forster and written by Zach Helm. Joining us for this deep dive conversation is author Michael Stangeland (JUNKYARD: THE BALLAD OF LEROY BROWN). Enjoy! Stranger Than Fiction links https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0420223/ https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/stranger_than_fiction Book I write by Spoon / closing credits sequence Michael Stangel...
Dec 29, 2023•2 hr 32 min•Ep 120•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings and happy holidays from Stamper Cinema. This podcast was originally recorded in December of 2022, but due to my home being flooded last year I decided to table this episode for Christmas of 2023. But fret not, because just as Home Alone is timeless so too is this episode. Enjoy! Home Alone links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Deadly Games (French Home Alone type film) 25 Home Alone facts...
Dec 23, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep 119•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this episode of Stamper Cinema we turn the clocks back to 1995 and discuss the cult classic EMPIRE RECORDS. Empire Records is a comedic / coming-of-age story about a group of record store employees over the course of a single day and their quest to stop the store from being sold to a large chain. In this highly eventful day they laugh, they cry, they have an impromptu funeral and learn about each other along the way. And while this film was panned by critics and rejected at the the...
Dec 19, 2023•47 min•Ep 118•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this episode of Stamper Cinema we take a trip back to 1956 to discuss the Stanley Kubrick (yes, that Stanley Kubrick) heist flick THE KILLING. The Killing is the story of career criminal Johnny Clay (Sterling Hayden) attempting one last job before he goes straight and marries his fiancee. Joining his team of misfits for the heist to steal millions of dollars from a racetrack is a sharpshooter a crooked police officer, a bartender and a racetrack teller named George. Of course, beca...
Dec 06, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep 117•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this special Halloween edition of Stamper Cinema we discuss all things from BRAM STOKER'S DRACULA, the highly stylized interpretation by legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola. Joining us for the conversation is all-around amazing dude / incredible author Ryan Winter (RAVISH and WAKE THE DEVIL). Listen on as we break down some of the highs/the lows from this iconic 1992 film (and its equally iconic production). You're gonna love this one. Enjoy! *editor's note - Ryan joins us rig...
Oct 31, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep 116•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this episode we tackle the 2009 stop-motion animated masterpiece CORALINE, directed by Henry Selick and based on the novel by Neil Gaiman. Joining us in discussing this highly successful, yet very-much cult classic is YouTube's The Fangirl. Enjoy! Topics discussed include: why this movie rocks, how they made the film, what happened to the They Might Be Giants soundtrack and, most importantly, did Coraline ever actually escape the Beldam? Coraline Related links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes ...
Oct 27, 2023•51 min•Ep 115•Transcript available on Metacast Happy Friday the 13th in October all! Keeping on brand, in this episode, we cover two incredible ghost stories from filmmaker MIKE FLANAGAN (The Haunting of Hill House and The Haunting of Bly Manor). Joining the podcast today to help us do it is author LALE DAVIDSON (Blue Woman Burning, Against the Grain). Not only does Lale has a brand new novel she's going to tell us about (Beyond Sight), but she's even got a ghost story of her own to share with us. Enjoy! *EDITOR'S NOTE* In case you want to s...
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep 114•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this episode we discuss the 1991 Frank Oz comedy WHAT ABOUT BOB? A film that so perfectly (and hilariously) explores the relationship between a mentally unstable patient and his egotistical psychotherapist. Joining in on the discussion is JENNA SAUNDERS of the OFFICE ADHD podcast. Enjoy! WHAT ABOUT BOB links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes JENNA SAUNDERS links https://www.officeadhd.com https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/office-adhd/id1676315790 STAMPER CINEMA links https://www.stampercine...
Oct 09, 2023•43 min•Ep 113•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this episode we break down one of the most iconic films of the past 30 years, THE TRUMAN SHOW (starring Jim Carrey). Joining the podcast to help navigate through this Peter Weir masterpiece is HEROEK (artist, music producer and host of the Hero's Journey podcast). Enjoy! The Truman Show links https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120382/ https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/truman_show Heroek links https://www.youtube.com/@Heroek https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heros-journey/id1621391879...
Oct 03, 2023•59 min•Ep 112•Transcript available on Metacast Happy 30th Anniversary to this infamous Richard Linklater classic! In this episode John and I discuss DAZED AND CONFUSED for a good 45 minutes, before totally derailing and end up talking about who the hell knows what for the next 60 minutes. It's pretty perfect. Enjoy! Dazed and Confused links IMDB Matthew McConaughey Audition Stamper Cinema links https://www.stampercinema.com https://linktr.ee/stampercinema...
Sep 24, 2023•2 hr 44 min•Ep 111•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this episode author JOHN BUKOWSKI returns to the show to discuss the 1977 disaster thriller ROLLERCOASTER - as well as his brand new novel Checkout Time... which I've read - and thoroughly loved! Now then, sit back and enjoy the ride. Rollercoaster links IMDB Sensurround John Bukowski links http://www.thrillerjohnb.net Buy Checkout Time here... Stamper Cinema links https://www.stampercinema.com https://linktr.ee/stampercinema...
Sep 08, 2023•57 min•Ep 110•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this episode author/poet BILL CUSHING (Just a Little Cage of Bone) returns to the podcast to discuss movies from the 1970s. Like all of the movies. Films include everything from THE GODFATHER to SHAFT, HAROLD and MAUDE to ALIEN, and many many more. Enjoy! Bill Cushing links Purchase his works on Amazon here... linkedin Stamper Cinema links https://www.stampercinema.com https://linktr.ee/stampercinema Related links Alien Coffy Harold and Maude Jaws Play Misty for Me Sleuth Superman ...
Aug 30, 2023•2 hr 30 min•Ep 109•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this episode we discuss the 2013 Richard Curtis time-traveling, romantic-comedy drama ABOUT TIME. A movie so touching, you'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll crying laughing. Joining us to break it all down is author MARY K SAVARESE. Enjoy! About Time links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Mary K Savarese links https://www.maryksavarese.com Amazon store Stamper Cinema links https://www.stampercinema.com Linktree...
Aug 23, 2023•56 min•Ep 108•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this episode BILL ROBERTSON (screenwriter/author) joins the show to discuss the iconic 90s afterlife comedy DEFENDING YOUR LIFE. This is an absolute banger of an episode. We discuss screenwriting, the SAG / WGA strikes, and one of the smartest comedies of the past 30+ years. Enjoy! Defending Your Life links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Bill Robertson links IMDB Buy His Book Here... Stamper Cinema links https://www.stampercinema.com https://linktr.ee/stampercinema...
Aug 11, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep 107•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! I am extremely proud to share my recent conversation with the insanely talented actress and singer, AMANDA JANE COOPER. Amanda has played countless roles, but is probably most recognized for playing Glinda in WICKED on Broadway! Yes, that Glinda, that Wicked, that Broadway. The coolest part? She's also one of the show's longest running actors to ever play the iconic role... and if I may brag about something 100% totally unrelated, she's also my friend. This goes without saying, but I'...
Jul 28, 2023•34 min•Ep 106•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this very special episode of Stamper Cinema, author and behavioral specialist LISA SKINNER joins us to discuss Alzheimer's disease and her related work in the field. Of course, we also take some time discuss the THE NOTEBOOK, winner of the highly-coveted MTV Movie Awards 'Best Kiss' category. :) This is a good one. Enjoy! The Notebook links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Original Ending Best Kiss MTV Movie Awards New Ending 'media fallout' Lisa Skinner links http://www.allseniorssafeandsound...
Jul 21, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep 105•Transcript available on Metacast Hello there! You picked a good one today. LAURA LEWIS-BARR, the amazingly talented award-winning stop-motion filmmaker, returns to discuss one of the best films ever made, EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE. Enjoy! Everything Everywhere All At Once links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Laura Lewis-Barr links https://lauralewisbarrfilms.com YouTube Stamper Cinema links https://www.stampercinema.com Linktree...
Jul 14, 2023•50 min•Ep 104•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this episode LIZ SHIPTON joins us to talk a bit about her life as a part-time author, full-time pirate (her words) - as well as help unpack the swashbuckling classic, PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: THE CURSE OF THE BLACK PEARL. Enjoy! Liz Shipton links https://lizshipton.com Facebook TikTok Read her latest book here... Stamper Cinema links https://www.stampercinema.com linktree Pirates of the Caribbean links Rotten Tomatoes IMDB...
Jul 02, 2023•41 min•Ep 103•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode we are honored by the return of our favorite screenplay consultant, Naomi Beaty (writeandco.com). Naomi previously appeared on Stamper Cinema to discuss Ti West's X (episode 82). This time around, we're breaking down the BJ Novak directorial debut, VENGEANCE. Enjoy! Vengeance links Rotten Tomatoes IMDB Naomi Beaty links https://writeandco.com Videos where Naomi talks screenplay stuff Stamper Cinema links https://www.stampercinema.com linktree...
Jun 09, 2023•58 min•Ep 102•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this episode we are joined by highly acclaimed author Lindsey Kinsella (The Lazarus Taxa) to discuss one of the coolest sci-fi flicks in recent memory, DISTRICT 9. Enjoy! Don't forget to check out Lindsey's latest novel The Heart of Pangaea. District 9 and related links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes The Metamorphosis Carnotaurus wiki Lindsey Kinsella links Facebook Purchase on Amazon Stamper Cinema links linktree https://www.stampercinema.com...
Jun 02, 2023•38 min•Ep 101•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In our 100th episode we are honored to be joined by the OG guest himself, Cooper Cherry (host of the Machinic Unconscious Happy Hour)! Cooper returns to discuss the 1984 David Lynch cult-classic DUNE. This is a good one. BIFAR! Dune (1984) links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Spice Diver fan edit Roger Ebert's less-than-impressed review Princess Irulan Costume Alicia Witt, the child prodigy Cooper Cherry links Apple Podcast fun fact, I was a regular guest on his podcast back in 2018 and 2019 Tw...
May 26, 2023•2 hr 35 min•Ep 100•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this 99th episode I am joined by the award-winning, best-selling author Lana McAra as we take a close look at the story structure of the action-thriller THE FUGITIVE (1993). If you love breaking down films by story, this is the episode for you. Enjoy! The Fugitive links Sam Sheppard Case IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Train Wreck Scene Screenplay texts Story - Robert McKee Hero's Journey - Joseph Campbell Writer's Journey - Christopher Vogler Save the Cat - Blake Snyder Lana McAra links Purc...
May 20, 2023•43 min•Ep 99•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings and welcome to our 98th episode of Stamper Cinema. Returning to the show is Dylan James Quarles to discuss one of my all-time favorite sci-fi flicks GATTACA (1997). This is a fun one. Enjoy! Gattaca links IMDB Rotten Tomatoes Is Pluto a planet? Dylan James Quarles links http://www.djqfiction.com Stamper Cinema links https://www.stampercinema.com LinkTree...
May 12, 2023•2 hr 50 min•Ep 98•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this episode we are joined by Marlene Sharp to discuss all things THE STAIRCASE. We cover a little bit about everything: the HBO series, the Netflix true-crime documentary as well as the Michael Peterson case itself. If you are not familiar with the events of THE STAIRCASE, here's essentially what happened.. Back in December 2001, Kathleen Peterson (48) was found dead at the bottom of the staircase. Her husband of four years, Michael, called 911 and reported the death. The autopsy ...
Apr 21, 2023•48 min•Ep 97•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings! In this very special edition of Stamper Cinema, Harker Jones returns to the show to discuss the cult classic APRIL FOOL'S DAY (1986). And even better - he brought along Deborah Goodrich (aka Nikki) from the film! Deborah joins us for a look back at this controversial horror film often noted for its twist. Or it is reveal? Hm. Listen on as Deborah clues us in on their very important distinction. Deborah also fills us in on what she's up to these days. | Spoiler Alert - she's writing ki...
Apr 01, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep 96•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings and welcome to a very special episode of Stamper Cinema. In this installment we are joined by Renee Schyjer, wife of late rocker Freddy Moore (Skogie, The Kats, The Nu-Kats). Renee and I discuss Freddy's recent memoir IT'S NOT A RUMOUR - which Freddy, along with Shannon Guyton, were able to complete prior to Freddy's passing in 2022. We explore several chapters, including an amusing period in his life where Freddy was once married to an aspiring young actress born Demi Guynes, but whom...
Feb 17, 2023•36 min•Ep 95•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings and welcome to (as the title suggests) the episode where John and I talk about the 90s for two hours. Oh! And here's a fun drinking game for you - have a sip every time John brings up Kevin Costner. Enjoy! Topics Discussed 90s Films - extensively News from the 90s - briefly A Dissertation on Kevin Costner's 90s Career - almost entirely Stamper Cinema links https://www.stampercinema.com Linktree...
Jan 31, 2023•2 hr 51 min•Ep 94•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings and welcome to Stamper Cinema! In this episode we take a fun trip back to all things 1990s with Andy Frye, writer of the ridiculously amazing novel NINETY DAYS IN THE 90s. Listen on as Andy and I discuss one of, if not the, most important decades ever. No, really! I'm serious. Fine, ya disillusioned skeptic! Just listen to this and we'll prove it. Enjoy! Topics Covered Friday (1995 film) Pulp Fiction (1995) Dazed & Confused (1993) Grunge vs Ska STP's Creep vs Radiohead's Creep Ugly Kid...
Jan 24, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep 93•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings and welcome to the 4th season of Stamper Cinema! Kicking off the season in grand fashion, writer Dylan James Quarles (The Ruins of Mars, The Man from Rome, There Be Monsters) returns to the show to discuss one of the all-time great films, STARSHIP TROOPERS (1997). Topics Covered: the film - quite extensively, whiskey, Ireland, whether Denise Richards is an actual human person, Clancy Brown and even Kevin Bacon's hog. Enjoy! Would you like to know more? Starship Troopers links I MDB Rot...
Jan 16, 2023•2 hr 4 min•Ep 92•Transcript available on Metacast 
