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There is no easy way to describe the plot to the fantasy musical  comedy, Phantom of The Paradise but The Vern and guests  from Shocked and Applaud podcast do their best to describe it. Made right after Sisters(72) and before Carrie(76) Brian DePalma directed this rock horror musical that came out before The Rocky Horror Picture Show but for some reason did not get the cult status that one achieved.    Listen now to see if it deserves any love or if the disfigured face the lead character gets is good enough, Ad SpotsThat's Da Bomb Yo from Rabbit Hole PodcastsMusic CreditsMusic featured in episode was from Phantom of the Paradise(1974) released by 20th Century Fox. Songs were written by Paul Williams and performed by Jessica Harper

The Vern takes a quick look at the big screen adaptation of the best selling book of the same name, The Housemaid. Starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried

The Vern reviews The Sure Thing. A movie Rob Reiner directed between This is Spinal Tap and Stand by Me. He also talks about the other movies that were directed by this talented man who was taken tragically from this world.Rest in Peace Rob Reiner

If you thought your High School was hell.  Wait til you see it through the eyes of Carrie White.   Based on the very 1st novel by Stephen King.  Brian DePalma's adaptation of Carrie set a high standard of horror movies  and while there have been other versions.  Nothing will best the original.  Listen to The Vern and guest Melissa of The Good Evening Kiddies Podcast discuss the movie and some of the wonderful cast members including Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, Nancy Allen, Amy Irving and John Travolta.Ad SpotsThe Rotten TruthAll audio clips and music from the movie Carrie is used only for review purpouses only. So don't be a dick and sue us, okThis Episode appeaered previously on this podcast back in 2020

Continuing our series on director Brian DePalma. The Vern brings on theater/ film critic and voice acor Jeantte Miller to discuss one of DePalma's most controversial features, Dressed to Kill. Starring Michael Caine, Nancy Allen and Angie Dickenson.Ad Spots Piecing it TogetherSimplistic Reviews** Note** This episode appeared previously on this podcast Dec 11 2020

In this episode of the Cinema Recall Podcast, host Verndiscusses recent movie releases and their potential for awards recognition. He reviews 'Hamnet', a poignant film about Shakespeare's life, and ' It Was Just an Accident', a thought-provoking narrative on revenge and ambiguity. Theconversation continues with 'The Smashing Machine', a dramatic portrayal of UFC's early days, and 'Eternity', a romantic drama reminiscent of 90s films. Finally, Vern shares his experience watching 'Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair'in theaters, emphasizing its cinematic brilliance and the importance ofsupporting films in theaters. 

We finish up our series on director Sean Baker by discussing the film that people took notice of first, Tangerine. The story of two transgender sex workers in Hollywood, CA. Where one finds out that her pimp has been cheating on her while she was away in jail.Filmed only with an Iphone at the time. This wonderful holiday fable gets covered with special guest, Howard Casner of Pop Art podcast.There are a few small video hiccups during the video and I apologize for that Check out the past episodes I was on for his showPOP ART: Episode 114, May December/A Dream of Passionhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pop-art-episode-114-may-december-a-dream-of-passion/id1511098925?i=1000654683770POP ART: Episode 97, To Die For/Ossessionehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pop-art-episode-97-to-die-for-ossessione/id1511098925?i=1000607209400Ad Spots by Science Fiction Remnanthttps://sciencefictionremnant.com/All videos and behind the sceens footage of Tangerine is usd for review purposes onlyFollow and Subscribe to my other podcastsThe Rotten TruthDDI Films Podcast

*Note* This episode was originally released Dec 4th 2020 We begin the month of December by covering the films of director Brian DePalma.  He has been compared to Alfred Hitchcock  but many of his films are a lot more mature in content.  Not only does he direct thrillers, but he has worked in horror, action, dramas, and musicals too.On this episode, Ryan Luis Rodriguez of One Track Mind (formally of Coolness Chronicles and present member of Reels of Justice) returns to discuss  DePalma's homage to Hitchcock's Rear Window and Vertigo with Body Double.  Listen to him and The Vern go over moments of this intricate thriller.Ad SpotsInsession FilmHelp Suppourt our Podcast & join our Patreon pagehttps://www.patreon.com/cinemarecallpodThis episode does contain clips from the movie Body Double released by Columbia Pictures and Music of Frankie Goes to Hollywood which appeared on the Soundtrack. I'm only using a small portion of he material so please don't sue. Thank you

On this episode of Random Thoughts of a Movie Insomniac.  The Vern reviews current movies that are either in theaters or coming to a streaming platform near you soon. Featuring reviews ofAlpha - (The new film from Julia Ducournau,  The writerand director of Raw and Titane)Sentimental Value - The great new film from Joachim Trier(Worst Person in the World).  Starring Stellan SkarsgardAnemone - The debut feature from Ronan Day Lewis.  Son of Daniel Day Lewis)Kiss of the Spider Woman - The new musical drama from Rob Marshall(Dreamgirls).  Starring Jennifer Lopez and Diago LunaAfter The Hunt - The new film from Luca Guadagnino(Suspiria).  Starring Julia Roberts, Andrew Garfield and Ayo EdebiriChek out my other podcast DDI Films

The Vern reviews Richard Linklater's docu drama about the making of Jean-Luc Godard's Breathless. Stay to the end to get updates on the podcast and thank you so much for watching.Go to our website cinemarecall.net to get written reviews of movies and past episodes

*Warning* Small SpoilersThe Vern reviews the biopic of the first professional female boxer, Christy Salters Martin. Sydney Sweeny's transformation is worth noting but how will she do come award season? Watch and find out in this short video.

Before he was noticed for shooting a film on all Iphones like he did for Tangerine. Sean Baker was already an estabished filmmaker with his third feature, Starlet. The sweet heartwarming story of a young woman(Dree Hemingway) who strikes up a friendship with an older woman(Besedka Johnson) Joining The Vern for this review is Jaylan Salah ofThe Jay Days and Women InSession Ad SpotFilm Rage

The Vern gives his thoughts on the latest in the Tron franchise with Tron Ares in under five minutes.

Well it has finally happened, my friends..  We reached the end of our Sidaris September retrospect on the films of Andy Sidaris  and his L.E.T.H.A.L. ladies of action and sex appeal.     Joining me for the last feature is Jeanette of Aka Jeanette We talk in great detail about the plot of Picasso Trigger and it is one you don't want to miss. Ad SpotAcross the Universe: The Chicks with Accents Podcast  Check out all the great movie commentaries of Andy Sidaris features that  the gents over at Simplistic Reviews do over on their site.

Recorded live at Crypticon 2025. The Vern brings on two great guests to talk about some of the most memorable moments from horror movies new and old. This time in front of an actual live audience.Joining was my friend and author T. Aaron Cisco along with my other friend horror fan and musician Aleko LoughreyAd SpotThe Rotten Truth

Winner of many film awards including The Palm D'or at Cannes and 5 Oscars including Best Picture. Sean Baker's Anora was a fun delightful film featuring a knock out performance from Mikey Maddison in the lead.For this episode, The Vern brings on his friend Isabel Teran to talk about why we love it so much.  In one of the most longer episodes we have done for this podcast in a whileListen to Izzy's podcast all about radical 80's movies calledThat's Bodacious DudeVideos and Pics are fromAnora and Once Upon a Time in HollywoodMusic Credits on EpisodeGreatest Day by Take ThatSex with Me by RhiannaWelcome to New York by Taylor Swift(Im barely making a dent in the podcast world so if you flag this account im going to assume you are an ICE agent who voted fro Trump and can't satsify your partner)

It's a double dosage of babes bullets, and exotic locations on this episode.  The Vern is joined by returning guest Damien Riley of Riley on Film to talk about Hard Hunted and Fit to Kill for our Sidaris September.Ad SpotThe Rotten Truth

Our series on director Sean Baker begins with one of his most acclaimed films before he won big with Anora. The Florida Project is about a little girl named Mooney(Brooklynn Prince) who lives in a low income hotel with her mother Halley( Bria Vinaite), gets free ice cream with her friends and gets on the nerve(without really meaning too of the hotel manager, Bobby(William Dafoe)The Vern and guest Nick Palodichuk of the St Paul Filmcast talk about this iconic feature in fun unique ways.Follow The St Paul Filmcast in links belowhttps://stpaulfilmcast.podbean.com/Check out the films of Nick Palodichuk on his IMDB pagehttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm11692307/Ad SpotsThe Jacked Up Review Showhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast/id1494236218 I'm a proud member of the Minnesota Film Critics Association.  Read my bio below.https://mnfilmcriticsassociation.com/2024/09/25/jasonhemming/Help Supourt the show and become a Patreon Memberhttps://www.patreon.com/c/cinemarecallpodCan't comit to a monthly fee. Buy Cinema Recall a Coffee insteadhttps://buymeacoffee.com/cinemarecall

Note**This episode was originally recorded and recorded and released a few years ago** We continue our look at the films of Andy Sidaris to review another film that features busty beauties and their high caliber weapons.My guest is Rob from Fat Drunk and StupidAd SpotsSimplistic ReviewsEnd song is Marathon by Fuzzy Machete

** This episode was originally released on 08/13/2021**The Vern brings on Robb of the Reels of Justice podcast to talk about the blockbuster hit Jaws and discuss what makes it stand out from other hit movies of it's time and since than. Stay tuned to hear an exclusive audio drama adaptation of the famous speech Quint gives in the movie

Jason Soto , the owner of Rabbit Hole Podcasts joins me to talk about the action feature with girls with great guns and even greater holsters. Hard Ticket to Hawaii for our Sidaris September series*Note This episode appeared previously many years ago. Look for our new series on the films of Sean Baker coming soon but you can watch now on our Patreon pagehttps://www.patreon.com/c/cinemarecallpod

Welcome to an exclusive preview on The Florida Project for our Sean Baker September series.The Vern brings on a fellow member of the Minnesota Film Critics Association (MNFCA), Nick Palodichuk of St Paul Filmcast to discuss many aspects of this award winning film about a young girl's adventure living next to the happiest place on earth.Get the full complete episode(with actual video of us) on our Patreon Page. You get access to episodes before anyone else.https://www.patreon.com/cinemarecallpodListen to the St. Paul Filmcasthttps://stpaulfilmcast.podbean.com/Read Nick's written reviewshttps://stpaulfilmcast.reviews/Check out Nick Palodichuk's Filmography on IMDBAd SpotsThe Jacked Up Review Showhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast/id1494236218** All clips and interviews from The Florida Project are used for review purposes only**

This is a Sneak Peak of a longer episode available only for Patreon Membershttps://www.patreon.com/posts/convergence-2025-133741338I recently got to attend Convergence and be a guest on a panel all about the works of David Lynch.Speakers on that Panel includeGarrick Dietze (Twin Cities Geek)Noel Thingvall (Schumacast)Nate Anderson ( Nate's Reel World)Ann Laabs(annlaabs@bsky.social)Want more David Lynch. Check out the series Ryan Luis Rodriguez and I did on investigating Twin Peaks for Rabbit Hole Podcasts. Featuring Ashley JirakTales from the RRLIsten to our four part episode explaining David Lynch's masterpiece, Mulholland Dr with Jason Soto , Ryan Luis Rodriguez and IMap of Mulholland Dr

This episode is a preview of a new episode and a new season of The Rotten Truth over at Rabbit Hole Podcasts. Donnie Roberts and I will be discussing the Gus Vant Sant remake of the classic, Psycho and decide if the 41% rating on Rotten Tomatoes is justafied or notIt will be availiable on Rabbit Hole Podcasts later this week, but Patreon Members of that channel can listen nowhttps://www.patreon.com/posts/rotten-truth-7-136011193Be sure to check out our episode on the original version of Psycho by Alfred Hitchcock Psycho(1960) with Becca of Do You Expect Us to Talk Podcast Ad SpotsCast A RoleTheme music of The Rotten Truth isWhat's a Girl to Do by Bats for Lashes

Reposting two of our classic episodes from a few years ago. The Vern brings on some amazing guests to talk about two cult features.First up it's Showgirls with Ryan L. Terry and Ashleigh Burnell(Get full unedited episode here )after the break. The Vern ivites on Jeanette Mickenham to review , Showgirls 2: Penny's from Heaven(Get full unedited episode here)Ad Spots byReel SpoilersGet access to episodes early and become a Patreon Memberhttps://www.patreon.com/cinemarecallpodHelp suppourt the shwo and buy as a coffeehttps://buymeacoffee.com/cinemarecallImage is originally from Red Letter Media and I hope they don't get mad.All clips and interviews of Showgirls and Showgirls 2 is used strictly for review purposes only.

In this episode of the Cinema Recall podcast, host Vern discusses his recent film acquisitions from the Criterion sale, including classic films and notable releases. He shares insights on various movies, their special features, and the importance of physical media. The conversation also touches on recent award-winning films and upcoming podcast projects. In this episode of the Cinema Recall podcast, host Vern discusses his recent film acquisitions from the Criterion sale, including classic films and notable releases. He shares insights on various movies, their special features, and the importance of physical media. The conversation also touches on recent award-winning films and upcoming podcast projects.

In this engaging episode of Cinema Recall, host Vern welcomes Robbie Sherman from Conversations with Robbie Sherman. They discuss a variety of topics, including the challenges of animation, the impact of music on film, and their personal favorites in a fun 'deserted island' segment. Robbie shares insights about his podcast journey, the significance of The Velvet Underground, and the legacy of animation legends like Jack Kirby. The conversation flows naturally, touching on the evolution of beloved shows like The Simpsons and the unique storytelling of Aeon Flux, culminating in a discussion about upcoming projects and collaborations.Find more of his podcast in link below and check out my guest spots while you are there.https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/convos-w-r-sherman/

!!! Mild Spoilers included in Review!!!! In this episode of the Cinema Recall podcast, the hosts celebrate a birthday while discussing the upcoming Superman film directed by James Gunn. They delve into the film's character dynamics, humor, and the balance between seriousness and campiness. The portrayal of Lex Luthor and Superman's identity are critically analyzed, leading to a discussion on the film's overall reception and ratings.Help Support the show by becoming a Patreon Memberhttps://www.patreon.com/c/cinemarecallpodor if you cant comint to a monthly membershiphttps://buymeacoffee.com/cinemarecall

Richard Linklater's animated odyssey,Waking Life features a lot of interesting conversations gets discussed in our latest episode. Robert Yaniz jr of Crooked Table Media whose own podcast (Franchise Detours) is covering The Before Trilogy(Also directed by Linklater) comes on to discuss the many fascinating aspects of this very unique art film.Ad SpotsSimplistic ReviewsGet access to episodes early and bonus content by becoming a Patreon Member

Writer Christian Hurst returns for this fun bonus episode where he lists a few of his favorite things to bring to a hypethecitical deserted Island Be sure to check out our full interview as well as links to his workhttps://www.cinemarecall.net/2025/05/interview-with-sci-fi-writer-christian.html

On today's episode, 3 great movies are being discussed with two great guests all about one amazing bear, Paddington.The Vern invites Caitlin from The Bechdel Cast and Amy from Women InSession to talk about all 3 Paddington movies for this fun episodeAd Spots Science Fiction Remnant

Bonus episode features Cam Sully of Jacked Up Reviews and Donnie Roberts of Cage's Kiss(Plus our great Donnie's Choice shows) to discuss things they would bring to a deserted Island. Yes things get quite goofy but are a lot of fun .

On today's show, The Vern brings on three great film afficianados to talk about thier favorite movies that features a large cast.Todd Libenow of Forgotten FilmsCameron Sully of Jacked Up Review ShowDonnie Roberts of Cage's KissAd Spot byPodtastic AudioBecome a Patreon member and get episodes before anyone elsehttps://www.patreon.com/cinemarecallpodCan't comit to a membership. Help suppourt us and buy us a coffee insteadhttps://buymeacoffee.com/cinemarecall

Quick episode with The Vern and Ashley talking about some new movies we saw. The Materialists starring Dakota Johnson and Bring Her Back starring Sally Hawkins. Enjoy.

Blast off for adventure with a secret agent that is truly out of this world. Jane Fonda is Barbarella. A secret agent who is tasked with retrieving a device and a man named Durand Durand. Made right after 2001: A Space Odyssey and Planet of the Apes. This sci fi pop art feature was met with a lot of mixed reaction when first released and certainly does now as wellJoining The Vern for this discussion is Phillip of Making Tarantino and Phill on CinemaAd Spots on episode byFilm Rage

On This Episode, The Vern talks with author Christian Hurst about his debut novel, Lily Starling and The Voyage of the Salamander. A gripping Sci-Fi adventure about idenity,destiny and the power of found family in the far reaches of space. You can find more about the book and it's writer by visiting the link below.https://www.churstpublishing.com/Join the crew of the Salamander and become a Patreon Memberhttps://www.patreon.com/c/LilyStarlingBooks/postsSupport Cinema Recall by buying us a coffeehttps://buymeacoffee.com/cinemarecallor by becoming a Patreon Memberhttps://www.patreon.com/c/cinemarecallpod

This episode was recorded live at AMC Theaters featuring a live roundtable discussion with some friends of mine after a screening of a movie caled Friendship. Ashley Jirak is there along with our friend Taylor Cisco and a great guy named Nick joins us even though I call him Rick throughout the recording.It's a fun filled 30 mins of stuff we saw for the month of May Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening.Read the books Taylor Cisco wrote over on his Website (just click the link)Like our podcast become a Patreon Member and get episodes before anyone elsehttps://www.patreon.com/cinemarecallpodIf you would Like to Suppourt us and don't want to comit to a membership, you can Buy Us A Coffee

We are starting a new series on Cinema Recall. On each of these bonus episodes, The Vern will ask a guest to pick one of five items each to bring with them on a deserted island.Favorite Musician or BandFavorite DirectorFavorite AuthorFavorite ResturauntFavorite Show or Streaming appFor the first episode, The Vern brings on his friend Cayley of Once Over w/ Cayley to ask about what she will bring to her island.This episode appeared previously on our Patreon PageJoin today patreon.com/cinemarecallpod

The Vern does a quick review on the latest entry in the Mission Impossible franchise. Thank you to Minnesota Film Critics Association and Paramount Pictures for the Press Passes. https://mnfilmcriticsassociation.com/2024/09/25/jasonhemming/Cinema Recall is moving to a different hosting site in June. Please follow us on all of our social media channels for updates and if you like our show. Please become a Patreon Member to get access to episodes first.https://www.patreon.com/c/cinemarecallpod

We are back with our David Cronenberg Retrospect to bring you our review of Cosmopolis.  Luckily we have Pete from Middle Class Film Class to help us out because this was not an easy watch.  If you have seen it than you know why or you don't and are just  excited to hear what we think.  Ad SpotsThe Podcast That Wouldn't DieListen to us Every Sunday on Full Swap Radiohttps://fullswapradio.com/cinemarecall/

On today's episode.  The Vern is joined by the hosts of Science Fiction Remnant Podcast. Gio, Robert and later Ray to discuss the virtual reality mind bender, eXistenZ.  This film from David Cronenberg weaves a tale where virtual reality looks very similar to our own and  game  systems and controllers are organic and can input into us with phallic like connecters.  Yup It's what you expect from our favorite body horror maestro from Canada.Ad SpotsInsession FilmPiecing It TogetherFull Swap RadioHelp Suppourt our podcast and become a Patreon Memberhttps://www.patreon.com/cinemarecallpod

Continuing our look back at the films from David Cronenberg comes one of his most polarizing and controversial projects, Crash.  The movie about sex and car crashes that won big at Cannes but was stopped from getting the top award thanks to Francis Ford Coppola.Guest Jim of The Film Rage Podcast  and The Vern talk about many things with this movie and a lot more duing the show.   Thank you for listening.Ad SpotsScience Fiction RemantFirst Time Watchers

Ashley returns to the podcast to pay tribute to a great actor and a heartthrob, Val Kilmer who recently left this world at the age of 65. Listen as both her and Vern go over their favorite films he was in.This wil be our last episode of the season. We will return in June. Become a Patreon member to get access to newer episodeshttps://www.patreon.com/c/cinemarecallpod

We continue our David Cronenberg retrospect with one of his first big blockbusters(of the time), The Fly. Released in 1986 and starring Jeff Goldblum and Geena Davis. If you don't know the story it's about a scientist who turns himself into.... Yes. You guessed right, a fly.Our guest is Cameron Sulivan aka Cam Sully The host of Jacked Up Review Show

Reuploading our episodes on David Cronenberg movies that were posted earlier Ashley and The Vern are joined by Daniel Lackey of Musically Ignorant to talk about the body horror masterpiece, Videodrome, Starring Debbie Harry and James Woods

On this quik episode. I talk breifly about the recent video game adaptation, A Minecraft Movie.Joining me our my nephews, Konner and Trey who I saw the movie with,You can read my full review on our websitehttps://www.cinemarecall.net/2025/04/a-minecraft-movie2025-written-review.htmlPatreon Members will get Spoilers on that full episodehttps://www.patreon.com/cinemarecallpod

Here it is the full uncut version of our epidode talking aout the comedy, Freaked directed by and starring Alex Winter.Back on the show is our favorite freak show attraction, Donnie Roberts. Check out chapter once of his audio novel featuring The Vern as one of the actors.The Deep Sea Anthology

Hello dear listeners. Today's episode is a fun one because I am sharing two past episodes featuring one great girl. It's Cayley from Once Over with Cayley aka Lucy Tightbox from Who Are These Podcasts. First, I was a guest on her show to talk about the film Society. You can find the full episode hereWhat if Cronenberg and Lynch had a Baby : Society(1989) After the break, Cayley was a guest on The LAMBcast where we were joined by other great film critics to discuss the horror classic Posession. Watch the full episode here LAMBcast 761 Possession MOTMBigger Movie Pod's Rob and Matt are doing a great charity event to raise money for Cancer Research to pay respect to their friend Destiny Dave Donate in the link belowhttps://www.justgiving.com/page/twofriendsthreepeaksonemissionAd Spot byScience FIction Remnant

The Vern is joined by Michael Sarrow, the director and writer of a cool indie film called Smile As You KillThey talk about the challenges of shooting a mico budget film in less than two weeks and give you tips on submitting your feature into some film festivals. It's a fun and insightful conversation that you will enjoy.Read my full spoiler free review of Smile As You Kill and get links to watch this film on your favorite platform⁠https://www.cinemarecall.net/2025/02/smile-as-you-kill-2025-written-review.html⁠

** Note** We recorded this episode a week before the Oscars telecastThe idea of love is still with us as we bring in Jaylan Salah of InSession Film to look at a romantic fairy tale. Amelie tells the story of a young waitress (Audrey Tautou) who enjoys making others happy so much that she doesn't know how to make herself feel loved. Directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet of Alien Ressurection fame. Jaylan and The Vern break down the good and bad about this featureFollow Jaylan Salah onInSession Film & her YouTube ChannelAd SpotsIt's Time to RewindHelp Suppourt the podcast by becoming a Patreon Memberhttps://www.patreon.com/c/cinemarecallpod

The Vern gives his picks for who and what will win at the Academy Awards for 2025.For the full complete list head to our sitehttps://www.cinemarecall.net/