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Greetings! In this week's episode I am joined by author/improviser Andrew Davies to discuss the 90s comedy, MY BLUE HEAVEN, starring Steve Martin. 

This quirky gem is about a a flashy, fast-talking former mobster trying to adjust to suburban life under witness protection. And oh yeah, it's loosely based on the life of Henry Hill. Yes, that Henry Hill. 

This a great episode. Enjoy! 

• My Blue Heaven links
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Greetings! Ladies and gentlemen - we did it. John and I finally completed rewatching the entire Star Wars Skywalker Saga... sure it only took 4 years to do so, but we did it!

Did we get it right this time? Listen for yourselves and let us know!

For your convenience, I've attached a link to each of the other episodes below. Feel free to go back and check those out.

May the 4th be with you!

• Rise of Skywalker links
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Greetings! In this episode of Stamper Cinema, we chat with filmmaker and author Vic Lagina to discuss The Big Lebowski as well as Vic's novel, Filthy!

Let's start off with Filthy! To borrow Vic's own words, Filthy, " is the salaciously true story of Vic Lagina – Las Vegas’ most prolific pornographer – which puts him in the running for most prolific pornographers worldwide – and chances are you’ve never heard of him. The story of F...

Greetings! In this thrilling episode of Stamper Cinema, we’re joined by the incredibly talented writer Alan Katz, best known for his work on the iconic HBO horror series Tales from the Crypt.

What You’ll Hear:

• Alan Katz opens up about his journey into the world of television writing, and how Tales from the Crypt became a defining moment in his career.

• The process behind writing for such a unique anthology series, including...

Greetings! In this episode, we dive deep into Robert Eggers' gripping psychological horror film The Lighthouse. Starring Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson, this 2019 indie hit is a visual and auditory experience like no other. Set on a desolate New England island, the film follows two lighthouse keepers as they descend into madness, struggling against isolation, fear, and a mounting sense of dread.

Joining me with this daunting ta...

Greetings! In this episode we sit down with actor Matt Drago to discuss his new film SOMEWHERE IN MONTANA.

Somewhere in Montana is a heartfelt 2025 drama that tells a story about a financially strapped Montana ranch owner, who reluctantly allows a Hollywood production company to use his land as a location for their movie.  

Matt Drago is an actor living in Los Angeles, who has appeared in a variety of other projects including Dis...

Greetings! In this episode we are joined by Bonnie Garvin, an award-winning writer, producer, USC Screenwriting Professor, and creator of Storytelling Lab.

Storytelling Lab is a six-week course designed to help aspiring writers learn, develop and perfect their craft of storytelling, whether for film, television, graphic novels, etc.

With over 30 years experience in the business, Bonnie is well-versed at the constantly evolving ind...

Greetings! In this episode, we dive into Stanley Kubrick’s satirical masterpiece Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb. Released in 1964, this dark comedy tackles the absurdity of the Cold War era, blending biting social commentary with sharp humor.

The film follows the chaotic events that unfold when a deranged general orders a nuclear strike on the Soviet Union, setting off a chain of events that co...

Greetings! In this episode we're tackling Paul Thomas Anderson's absolutely brilliant romantic tale PHANTOM THREAD (2017).

If you haven't seen it (which I suspect for some of you, you haven't), here's a brief, yet excellent, synopsis I found on IMDB: In glamorous 1950s post-war London, renowned dressmaker Reynolds Woodcock (Daniel Day-Lewis) and his sister Cyril (Lesley Manville) are at the center of British fashion, dressing roya...

Greetings! In this episode we cover the insanely bonkers (and mostly plotless) cult classic action that wrecked well over 150 different cars during its production, THE JUNKMAN (1982). And if you're a fan of stunts, HB Halicki and cars getting ripped to shreds, this is the movie for you!

And joining us for a nonstop thrill ride adventure are the hosts of THE FILM BROS CHAMPIONSHIP PODCAST - Tim and Patrick. Enjoy!

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Greetings! In this episode we're going all the way back to the height of the Roman Empire with Ridley Scott's 2000 historical epic, GLADIATOR! And returning back to the show to talk all about it, as well as discuss his brand new novel PRIME TIME POMPEII, Neil Laird!

In addition to being an accomplished writer and one of my all-time favorite guests, Neil is also an Emmy-nominated director of historical films for Discovery, BBC, PBS...

Greetings! Happy Veterans Day to all the men and women around the world who served. Thank you for your service. 

In this episode, BILL CUSHING returns to share some memories from his time spent in the Navy. He also has a fat list of amazing war films worth watching:

• Das Boot
• Apocalypse Now
• Fury
• All Quiet on the W...

Greetings! In this episode we welcome JOHN BUKOWSKI back to the show to discuss the 1986 thriller, written & directed by Michael Mann - MANHUNTER.

You may recall, John was here last season when he introduced us to his novel CHECKOUT TIME. This time around he'll update us on how things are going out on the festival circuit and what's next for him.

Enjoy!

• Manhunter links
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  • Rotten Tomatoes
  • Red Dragon
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Greetings! Welcome to a very special FLIX & SIPS episode of Stamper Cinema!

Not only do we have an absolute banger of a film to discuss (1995's SEVEN aka SE7EN), but tonight's guest has offered the most delicious cocktail to pair it with.

Shout out to tonight's guest, Canada's own, Jason Lepla for crafting a very  unique take on a Saturn. I'm super excited to share this drink - as well as the film that inspired it. This is one...

Greetings! In this episode I nerd out for about 30ish minutes on the 1980 Sean S. Cunningham classic FRIDAY THE 13th. That's right. The OG Friday. The one without the hockey mask-wearing, machete-wielding lake demon, known as Jason Voorhees.

Disclaimer: Jason was NOT the original killer in Friday the 13th... something that anyone who has ever seen SCREAM (1996) is more than aware of.  

Why you should listen: I discuss a little bit...

Greetings! In this week's episode Bob LeMent (Static Radio) returns to the show to discuss the 2023 Wes Anderson film, ASTEROID CITY.

Y'all are in for a treat. This conversation might be my favorite of this season.  

Oh! And before you ask. My Mount Rushmore of Wes Anderson films are as follows: Rushmore, The Royal Tenenbaums, The Grand Budapest Hotel and Fantastic Mr. Fox.

• Asteroid City links
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Greetings! In this episode we are joined by authors Jay Watson and Kyle Wiltshire (The Dead Rock Stars). We'll discuss their novel, their love of U2, a little Nashville bourbon... and of course, the 1999 film that changed the world, THE MATRIX! 

This is your last chance. After this, there is no turning back. You take the blue pill - the story ends, you wake up in your bed and believe whatever you want to believe. You take the red ...

Greetings! Time to bust out your whips and Fedoras, cause we're going on an Indiana Jones adventure - RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK. A movie so iconic it requires no introduction. But because some of us have been living under a giant boulder for the past 40+ years (not unlike the giant boulder in this movie) I included an intro anyway...

Raiders of the Lost Ark is a 1981 American action-adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg from a...

Greetings! Welcome to the Season 5 premiere of Stamper Cinema! We're kicking off the new season with an absolute 90s banger. TRAINSPOTTING!

If you haven't seen this one - here's its summary straight outta wikipedia... Trainspotting is a 1996 British black comedy-drama film directed by Danny Boyle, and starring Ewan McGregor, Ewen Bremner, Jonny Lee Miller, Kevin McKidd, Robert Carlyle and Kelly Macdonald in her film debut. Based o...