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Enter the rinky-dink film vault and welcome to Film A Week Podcast. Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi watch one film a week every Friday with a new theme every month. We review films we've never before, classics in Revisited episodes, recent films with Recent Visits and Criterion of the Month.

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Latest episodes from Film A Week Podcast

FAW Commentaries: "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker"

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 152:39


THE DEAD SPEAK! Film A Week Podcast returns after a hiatus with an experiment: A commentary on "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker." Host Sergio Berrueta and Patrick Raissi watch the film along you all discussing our own thoughts on how the finale could have been better while the film plays, pointing out key moments we felt were great, better, or could have used more Lando Calrissian. There is an intro before the commentary allowing you to sync up with the film. The commentary begins at 8:37 when "In a Galaxy Far, Far Away..." appears on screen. Follow Film A Week Twitter & Instagram - @filmaweek Facebook - @filmaweekpodcast Follow Sergio @sergberet

FAW 173: "A Quiet Place"

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2020 55:59


Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi close out the "Year 20XX" theme with a Recent Visit on "A Quiet Place." Listen as the two talk about John Krasinski's directorial debut, the expert use of sound and how this film is a modern marvel of silent cinema.

FAW 168: "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" (REUPLOAD)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2020 86:03


Originally Uploaded December 27th, 2019 "Anyone can wear the mask." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick jump "Into the Spider-Verse" with the first ever Spider-Man animated.. Listen as they the importance of Miles Morales, the unique animation style, and how this film is not only the best animated film of the decade, but of all-time.

FAW 172: "Johnny Mnemonic"

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2020 44:53


"I can carry nearly eighty gigs of data in my head." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi cover Keanu's pre-'Matrix' venture into cyberpunk fiction. Too bad it isn't as good. Listen to us discuss Ice-T, "Hackers," a Deus Ex Dolphin and how this film has the honor of being the worst film we have ever reviewed. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 171: "Rollerball"

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2020 63:42


"In the not too distant future, wars will no longer exist. But there will be rollerball." Host Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi join the 2018 sport of champions, "Rollerball." Listen to us discuss corporation takeovers, Rollerball's brutality, Grimes' baby, and how anime may give this film new life. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 170: "Soylent Green" *SPOILER WARNING*

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2020 50:33


"What is the secret of Soylent Green? Hosts Sergio Berrueta and Patrick Raissi travel into 2022 were food is scarce and overpopulation reigns with 1973's "Soylent Green." Listen as we discuss the famou sci-fi film from Charlton Heston, Edward G. Robinson's final role, the famous spoiler, a real-life Soylent and how Willy Wonka would crossover brilliantly.

FAW 169: Top Ten Films of Season 3

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2020 86:00


WELCOME TO 2020! Before heading into the year 2020, hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi pick their Top Ten of Season 3 to relive their favorite films, favorite episodes and favorite moments from last year before heading into Season 4. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 167: "Source Code"

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2019 43:59


"The program wasn't designed to after the past. It was designed to affect the future." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi enter the parallel reality of 2011's "Source Code." Listen as they discuss Jake Gyllenhaal's career, evil Jeffrey Wright, Bing, and the Hollywood tropes this film turns on its head. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 166: "The One"

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2019 44:13


"After this, there will be only one." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi traverse from one dimensional to the other as Jet Li becomes "The One." Listen as we talk multidimensional murder, Hollywood's mistreatment of martial artists, Carla Gugino, and the terror that is early 2000's nu-metal. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 165: "Sliding Doors"

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2019 43:31


"Everything happens for the best. You'll never know if you don't try." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi get inter-dimensional this month with Dimensional December. To kick things off, the hosts wonder what would happen if Gwyneth missed the train or caught the train? They find out in 1998's "Sliding Doors" as they discuss the charm of John Hannah, Jeanne Tripplehorn's villainous turn and Gwyneth somehow always being adjacent to greatness. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 164: "Green Room" (Recent Visits)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2019 48:31


"We're not keeping you here, you're just staying." After a week long break, hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi close out "Thanks for the Memories" month with 2015's "Green Room." Listen as we celebrate the life of Anton Yelchin, dig into a terrifying performance from Patrick Stewart, and tell neo-Nazis to f--- off. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 163: "Smokey and the Bandit"

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2019 46:00


"For the good old American life: For the money, for the glory, and for the fun... mostly for the money." Host Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi travel from Texarkana to Atlanta with Burt Reynolds’ iconic role of The Bandit in Hal Needham's “Smokey and the Bandit.” Listen as we talk about why this is Alfred Hitchcock's favorite film (seriously!), the 70’s obsession with the South and Burt Reynolds' infectious laugh. We also discuss Jerry Reed’s killer soundtrack and the scene-stealing humor of Jackie Gleason. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 162: "The Seven Year Itch"

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2019 45:59


"I think it's wonderful that you're married! I think it's just elegant!" Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi honor the icon Marilyn Monroe by watching Billy Wilder’s comedy classic “The Seven Year Itch.” Listen as we discuss the male gaze, Wilder’s own thoughts on the film, Willem Dafoe, how dated the film is and that iconic scene with the white dress. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 161: "East of Eden"

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2019 55:57


“It's gonna work because it's got to work and it's got to work because I said so.” Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi pay tribute to lost film stars all month staring with James Dean in his first film, “East of Eden.” Listen as the two discuss Dean’s legacy, John Steinbeck’s other works, and Patrick blows Serg’s mind with just HOW different the book is compared to the film. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 160: "Alien" 40th Anniversary - Halloween Special

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2019 47:16


"In space, no one can hear you scream.” Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi venture into space with Ridley Scott’s terrifying “Alien” in honor of its 40th anniversary. Listen as the two discuss the impact of the film on science fiction, the still-horrifying death scenes, Sigourney Weaver being a badass and how “Spaceballs” ruined a classic scene. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 159: "Get Out" (The Spooktacular Cinema III)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2019 64:21


"Now, you're in the Sunken Place." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi escape the Sunken Place in this Recent Visits on Jordan Peele’s “Get Out.” Listen as they discuss foreshadowing and Peele’s career origins as well as scary white people, “Gremlins 2” and the social importance of the film itself. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 158: "House" aka "Hausu" (Spooktacular Criterion of the Month)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2019 50:14


"She eats unmarried young girls. It is the only time she can wear her wedding gown." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi decided to spend a night in the cult classic "House" aka "Hausu" for their Criterion of the Month. Listen as we discuss killer pianos, evil cats, cannibal aunties, butt biting heads, and the greatest character committed to celluloid in the form of Kung Fu. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter Shout out to Cynical Justin and his video "House (Hausu): A Cinematic Revolution" and special shout out to Friday Night Plans and their cover of "Plastic Love" that ends the episode. Check them out on SoundCloud and Spotify!

FAW 157: "Peeping Tom" (The Spooktacular Cinema III)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2019 51:10


"Whatever I photograph I always lose." Professor RJ Spookums treats the hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi to the perspective of a serial killer in the British thriller classic "Peeping Tom." Listen as we discuss jazz dancing, the film's critical reception at the time of release, and a compare-and-contrast between this film and "Psycho." Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 156: "Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein" (The Spooktacular Cinema III)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2019 55:56


"I've had this brain for thirty years. It hasn't done me any good!" The Spooktacular Cinema III: The Returnining has begun. Join ghost host RJ Spookums as he introduces "Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein" to hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi. Listen as the duo talk about the comedic swan song of three Universal Classic monsters, insurance fears, and the comedic beauty of Lou Costello. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 155: "Lady Bird" (Recent Visits)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2019 51:21


"The only thing exciting about 2002 is that it's a palindrome." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi travel to the early-00’s Sacramento with 2017's “Lady Bird.” Listen as we talk Laurie Metcalf’s terrific performance, overrated Best Picture nominees, and the only time we will ever bring up Dave Matthews Band (we promise). Plus, the lineup of The Spooktacular Cinema III is revealed! Stay tuned if you are a horror fan! Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 154: "10 Things I Hate About You" 20th Anniversary

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2019 67:26


"I hate you so much it makes me sick; it even makes me rhyme." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the teen comedy classic, "10 Things I Hate About You." Listen as we discuss the incomparable Heath Ledger, the whipsmart take on "Taming of the Shrew," and Allison Janney's scene stealing moment. Also, music a plenty from Letters to Cleo, Barenaked Ladies and ska as a whole! Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 153: "Say Anything..." 30th Anniversary

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2019 53:45


"I gave her my heart and she gave me a pen." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi put a boom box over their heads and play Peter Gabriel at full blast in honor of the 30th Anniversary of "Say Anything..." Listen as the two talk Cameron Crowe’s debut and Ione Skye’s terrific performance along with proto-Alanis Morrisette, pre-"Frasier" John Mahoney and John Cusack as the manic pixie dream boy that is Lloyd Dobler. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 152: "The Breakfast Club" (Criterion of the Month)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2019 65:07


"You see us as a brain, an athlete, a basket case, a princess and a criminal." After messing with the bull and getting the horns, hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi hang out on a Saturday morning with “The Breakfast Club” for Criterion of the Month. Listen as the hosts discuss John Hughes, the lack of diversity in 80’s teen comedies, and how this film holds up as a performance piece. Don’t you forget to listen to this episode! Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 151: "Your Name." (Recent Visits)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2019 43:13


"Your name is..." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi close off their summer series with one of the highest grossing anime films in history, "Your Name." Listen as we discuss the modern classic from its stellar animation, constant boob grabbing, meteor crushing and how this movie is way better than other boy swap films (we're looking at you, "Vice Versa"). Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 150th EPISODE - "The Raid: Redemption"

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2019 58:54


EPISODE 150 IS HERE! Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi celebrate 150 episodes with a look at the 2011 action masterpiece, "The Raid." Listen as they discuss their first few episodes, the first time seeing "The Raid," a conversation about "The Raid 2," and how this film took the Hollywood action film scene by storm. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 149: "Infernal Affairs" (Summer Trip Across Asia)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2019 45:44


"I have no choice before, but now I want to turn over a new leaf." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi cover the original version of "The Departed" with 2002's "Infernal Affairs." Listen as they discuss the twists, turns and deja vu, cinematography, Scorsese's remake and, for some reason, Zach Braff. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter.

FAW 148: "Battle Royale" (Summer Trip Across Asia)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2019 61:38


"Life is a game. So fight for survival and see if you're worth it." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi discuss one of Japan's most talked about and controversial films, 2000's "Battle Royale." Listen as watch the Director's Cut of the film and discuss anime cliches, badly timed test screenings, poor dubbing and Germany's accidental ban of the film. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 147: "Police Story" (Criterion of the Month)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2019 55:55


"Don't be a cop if you want to live to 100." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi begin their Summer Trip Across Asia with a classic of action cinema, Jackie Chan's "Police Story" for their Criterion of the Month. Listen as the hosts discuss Chan's legacy in the East and the West, Buster Keaton-esque humor, the killer theme song and the most epic mall scene ever put to film. NOTE: Apologies in advance for the stuttering audio during our review portion. It was an error on part of the software we use to record rather than the hardware. NOTE: There is an audio issue where the other mics besides Serg are at a lower volume. The audio is still grand, but just a quick thing of note. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 146: "Crazy Rich Asians" (Summer Reading Program)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2019 62:29


"That is exactly what a super-rich person would say." Our Summer Reading Program gets Crazy Rich in our Recent Visits! Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi are joined by Matthew Reveles to cover the rom-com hit of 2018, “Crazy Rich Asians.” Listen as we discuss class issues, excess of wealth, Constance Wu's lead debut, Awkwafina’s breakout role, and the legend that is Michelle Yeoh. NOTE: There is an audio issue where the other mics besides Serg are at a lower volume. The audio is still grand, but just a quick thing of note. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 145: "Minority Report" (Summer Reading Program)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2019 60:52


"Everybody runs." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi take the Summer Reading Program to the year 2054 to run alongside Tom Cruise as he fights to clear his name in Steven Spielberg’s “Minority Report.” Listen as the hosts talk up Cruise’s superstar status, Philip K. Dick’s work, Max Von Sydow, and the impressive visual style that is still impresses to this day. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 144: "The Hunt for Red October" (Summer Reading Program)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2019 51:33


"Once more, we play our dangerous game, a game of chess against our old adversary - The American Navy." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi take their Summer Reading Program aboard a sub amidst tension while on "The Hunt for Red October." Listen as they discuss Russian Scotsman Sean Connery, Tom Clancy's Ubisoft games, the Jack Ryan series and the only place not yet corrupted by capitalism...SPACE! Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 143: Criterion of the Month - "The Princess Bride"

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2019 79:24


"As you wish." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi continue their Summer Series with the Summer Reading Program with our Criterion of the Month with "The Princess Bride." Listen as they discuss the use of the word inconceivable, the wonderful romance, mawwiage, Inigo Montoya's satisfying revenge, and the legend of Andre the Giant. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW Summer Series: Summer Reading Program (July Lineup)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2019 10:34


This July, hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi move on to the next Summer Series with our Summer Reading Program. These four films based upon novels and short stories encompass the lazy day at the beach reading or simply putting the air conditioner on MAX while breezing though pages. Crack open adventure with a dash of romance with William Goldman's "The Princess Bride" for Criterion of the Month or thrill and marvel at Tom Clancy's "The Hunt for Red October." Run away with Tom Cruise in Phillip K. Dick's "Minority Report" or hop into a Recent Visit to explore the extraordinary excess of wealth in Kevin Kwang's "Crazy Rich Asians." This July on filmaweekpodcast.com and all podcast apps. July's Schedule 7/4: Criterion of the Month - "The Princess Bride" 7/12: "The Hunt for Red October" 7/19: "Minority Report" 7/26: Recent Visits - "Crazy Rich Asians"

FAW 142: Summer of Swayze - "Point Break" w/ Matthew Reveles

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2019 70:07


"If you want the ultimate, you've got to be willing to pay the ultimate price." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi are joined by podcast creator to talk about the villainous surfer side of Swayze meeting his ultimate match: KEANU REEVES. Listen as they discuss Kathryn Bigelow's adrenaline-fueled direction, the breathtaking Reeves, Bodhi's collective cool and an odd cameo by...Anthony Kedis? Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 141: Summer of Swayze - "Ghost"

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2019 58:27


"Ditto." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi relive the magic of the highest-grossing film of 1990 this Summer of Swayze with “Ghost.” Listen as we discuss Whoopi Goldberg’s Oscar-winning performance, why the film still stands out today, Swayze's comedic chops and the legendary romance that is an unchained melody in itself. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 140: Summer of Swayze - "Road House" w/ Nick Romi

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2019 59:58


"Pain don't hurt." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi take a load off at the Double Deuce to catch up with special guest director and photographer Nick Romi ("Danger Boys: Punks in Osaka") for the 30th Anniversary of "Raod House." Listen as the trio discuss spontaneous bar fights, Dalton vs. Jimmy, Jeff Healey's "tour" and exactly why pain don’t hurt. Follow Nick Romi @nickromi_films & @ on Instagram Watch “Danger Boys: Punks in Osaka” on Amazon Prime! Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 139: Summer of Swayze - "Dirty Dancing" w/ Serg's Mom

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2019 62:50


"Nobody puts Baby in the corner." Host Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi dance into the Summer of Swayze with 1987's "Dirty Dancing" and are joined by Serg's mom, Gabby. Listen as they talk about Serg's mom experience seeing it back in '87, why this film remains a timeless classic and Swayze's marvelous dancing. They also engage in a serious discussion on the film's portrayal on the topic of abortion. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW Summer Series: Summer of Swayze (June Lineup)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2019 9:40


The heat is on this summer as we gear up for our Summer series with three different Summer events for June, July and August and we are proud to announce our series for June: SUMMER OF SWAYZE! Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi cover four Patrick Swayze classics for June with a fun lineup of guests including director and photographer Nick Romi, creator Matthew Reveles and even Serg's mom! 6/7: "Dirty Dancing" w/ Serg's Mom 6/14: "Road House" 30th Anniversary w/ Nick Romi 6/21: "Ghost" 6/28: "Point Break" w/ Matthew Reveles

FAW 138: "Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within"

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2019 58:54


"With the hope of new life has Gaia changed the phantom within." The finale of Defunct Film Studios month is given the ultimate finality with Square Pictures one and only film “Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within.” Listen as host Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi talk about the groundbreaking box office bomb and why it failed to meet expectations despite its namesake. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 137: "Titan A.E."

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2019 43:13


"Hey, for your information, I happen to be humanity's last great hope." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi peer into the universe after earth is gone (and Fox Animation for that matter) with Don Bluth's "Titan A.E." Listen as the hosts discuss the reason this film failed at the box office, if it actually deserved said fate and how "Treasure Planet" is another unsung sci-fi gem. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 136: "Basic Instinct"

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2019 68:06


"I think she's the f--k of the century." Host Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi tackle one of 1992's biggest hits with Paul Verhoeven's "Basic Insitnct." Listen as they discuss the controversies the film brought with it from the infamous interrogation scene, the male gaze, and the depiction of bisexuality. We also talk about Sharon Stone's breakout role and her chemistry with Michael Douglas. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 135: "Maximum Overdrive"

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2019 51:34


"I'm gonna scare the hell out of you!" Host Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi start their engines to crash through the Stephen King directed madness of “Maximum Overdrive,” produced by De Laurentiis Entertainment Group. Listen as we discuss killer possessed trucks, the music of AC/DC and why this film is basically the visualization of a cocaine bender. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 134: "The Last Dragon"

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2019 51:37


"I'm gonna get you, Leroy, because I am the Shogun! I will not rest until everybody knows the Shogun is the master!" Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi kick off a month-long look at Defunct Film Studios with Barry Gordy's "The Last Dragon" from Motown Productions. Listen as we discuss the cult classic from Taimak's martial arts skill, divulge on DeBarge's "Rhythm of the Night" and if Sho'Nuff is actually the baddest. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW in May: Defunct Film Studios Lineup Announcement

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2019 11:00


All throughout May, we will be covering films from Defunct Film Studios aka "There's No Business in Show Business" as Patrick coined it. We have kung fu, killer trucks from Stephen King, the f**k of the century, and two animated science fiction bombs. Kick things off this Friday with the cult classic from Motown Productions, "The Last Dragon" across all podcast apps! Schedule 5/3: Motown Productions' "The Last Dragon" 5/10: De Laurentiis Entertainment Group's "Maximum Overdrive" 5/17: Carolco Pictures' "Basic Instinct" 5/24: Fox Animation Studios' "Titan A.E." 5/31: Square Pictures' "Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within"

FAW 133: Recent Visits - "The Breadwinner"

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2019 49:08


"If you look like you believe it, then they will too." We close out Animated April with a Recent Visit on the beautiful “The Breadwinner” from 2017 from Cartoon Saloon. Listen as we discuss the Parvana’s journey, the rise of positive Middle Eastern portrayals in cinema, the brilliant mix of CG and traditional in order to tell its story. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 132: "The Little Mermaid" 30th Anniversary

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2019 44:04


"I wanna be where the people are..." Host Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi celebrate the 30th Anniversary of "The Little Mermaid." Listen to us discuss the beginning of the Disney Renaissance and how it holds up thirty years later from its storytelling to its animation. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 131: Criterion of the Month - "Watership Down"

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2019 50:33


“All the world will be your enemy, Prince of a Thousand enemies. And when they catch you, they will kill you. But first they must catch you.“ Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi tackle the last animated entry in The Criterion Collection and it is a masterpiece of film: 1978’s “Watership Down.” Listen as they talk about the intriguing and tense tale of survival, glimmers of hope, haunting abstract beauty and how this film’s rating is still controversial. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 130: "A Boy Named Charlie Brown" 50th Anniversary

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2019 46:50


“What's more shocking than having your faults projected on a screen?“ Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi begin their third Animated April with the 50th anniversary of "A Boy Named Charlie Brown." Listen as they discuss the first theatrical Peanuts film complete with childhood nostalgia and "waa-waa" curses. It's an episode for the whole family! Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW in April: Animated April Lineup Announcement!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2019 7:56


Every month, Film A Week Podcast takes on a new theme and this month, we are covering animation all month long with our third Animated April. Host Serg and Patrick reveal the lineup for Animated April III covering two anniversaries, a Criterion and a Recent Visit. 4/5: "A Boy Named Charlie Brown" 50th Anniversary 4/12: Criterion of the Month - "Watership Down" 4/19: "The Little Mermaid" 30th Anniversary 4/26: Recent Visits - "The Breadwinner" Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 129: Recent Visits - "Wonder Woman"

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2019 58:43


"What one does when faced with the truth is more difficult than you’d think." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi take on Patty Jenkins’ “Wonder Woman” for their Recent Visits. Listen as they discuss the film’s long road to the big screen and into the DCEU, Gal Gadot’s performance and how their might be a villain problem. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

FAW 128: "Persepolis"

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2019 67:21


"Life isn't absurd! Some people give their lives for freedom." Hosts Serg Beret and Patrick Raissi explore the life of Marjane Satrapi through her eyes with the animated film “Persepolis.” Listen as we discuss the Iranian Revolution, Satrapi’s wondrous vision and why animation was the best choice to tell the story. Find more episodes and more at filmaweekpodcast.com Follow @filmaweek on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Follow @sergberet on Instagram & Twitter Follow Patrick Raissi @pachathegreat on Instagram & @HumaneRamblings on Twitter

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