A farmer with degrees in Sociology, Psychology, and Philosophy and a History teacher with a lifelong love of movies figure out life one movie at a time.
On this episode, we avoid talking about the film for as long as possible, discussing the appropriate amount of hats to own, fishing gear, retro video games, VHS tapes, and tax refunds before trying not to lose our lunches recalling Eli Roth's "The Green Inferno".
On this episode we look at the idea of losing yourself in the digital world, the dangers and benefits of artificial intelligence, and see where the conversation takes us as we discuss the 1995 Denzel Washington/Russell Crowe film, "Virtuosity".
On this episode we discuss mental health, "Man-ness" and 1975's "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. Thanks to Tim for the suggestion.
On this episode, Kevin gets us cancelled as we discuss the Coen Brothers' debut film, 1984's "Blood Simple".
On this episode, we discuss the merits of creepy cabins, rough old men, and lesbian-ghost-hitchhikers as we look at the 2021 film, "The Sacred"
On this episode, we discuss New Years Resolutions and reflections and issues within the "Fat Community" as we discuss Mel Gibson's Santa Claus as he navigates the post-Christmas weeks during one of his worst years. Sound familiar? It's "Fatman"!
Merry Christmas! Join us for the last of our 4 Christmas films! This episode, we are taking a look at one of the best adaptations of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol", 1988's Bill Murray classic, "Scrooged".
Join us on our 3rd of 4 Christmas episodes as we look at 1992's "Batman Returns".
On or second of 4 Christmas episodes, We discuss the Australian Christmas Horror film, "Red Christmas".
You better watch out... or you will miss the first of our 4 Christmas episodes! Join us as we discus family feuds and the 2015 film, "Krampus".
On this episode, we discuss manhood, male bonding, rights of passage, and hunting as we look at Jeff Daniels' "Escanaba in da Moonlight".
On this episode, we discuss alternate paths, imaginary friends, and the nature of reality as we look at "Buster's Mal Heart".
On this episode we go back underground to explore "Tremors: Shrieker Island".
Join us as we deconstruct the afterlife while discussing Tim Burton's 1988 Classic "not quite horror" film, "Beetlejuice".
In this episode, we discuss Deer Hunting, Tolstoy, Art, Thievery, Suburbia, Family, and Aliens as we have a look at the 2019 sci-fi film, "Vivarium"
In this episode, Kevin gets mistaken for a homeless man and we kick off the Halloween season of "not-quite horror" and discuss classism, racism, menial tasks, and the 2006 Zombie-Comedy, "Fido", starring the great Billy Connolly. Join us!
Join us as we discuss addiction and talking to yourself as we take a look at the 2007 Kevin Costner film, "Mr. Brooks".
Join us as we discuss 50s nostalgia, flying saucers, and more as we take a look at "The Vast of Night".
Join us as we discuss the legitimacy of paranormal experiences, parenting, the importance of words, and 1982's "Poltergeist".
On this episode, we get try to make sense of the world and discuss "Dave Made a Maze".
On this episode we welcome two very good friends from a beautiful cabin in Colorado to discuss manhood, relationships, and fishing as we look at Robert Redford's "A River Runs Through It".
On this episode we celebrate 1 year of podcasting, and take a look at our patriotic Independence day-themed film, "Captain America: The First Avenger"
On this episode we welcome Doug Stolhand of The Puck Podcast and Time Capsule Movie Review Podcast to discuss the James Bond series, the longest running film franchise in history!
On this episode we discuss the 1948 Hitchcock film, "Rope".
On this episode we disagree on the merit of story, plot, and nonsense in "Fatal Pulse".
On this episode we read some emails from one of our listeners, describe the reasons for our brief hiatus, and talk about what we've been watching in the mean time.
On this episode we discuss new norms, routines, and more as we look at "Double Riddle". Available on Amazon Prime.
On this Easter episode, we discuss childhood Easter traditions, find out the Easter Bunny's name, and take a look at Kevin Smith's second film, 1995's "Mallrats" Starring Jason Lee and Jeremy London.
On this episode, we discuss "Joker", as well as give quarantine updates, discuss 5 dollar words, and more! Tune in! We know you have the time!
On this episode of PhilosoFilm, we look at the 2014 Jamin Winans film, "The Frame". Topics discussed include indie vs mainstream films, metaphors, dual identities, and more!
On this episode, we discuss low-budget sci-fi, parenthood, etc. while covering the 2009 film, "Ink". Featuring some music from bensound.com in opening.
Erin go bragh! Happy St. Patty's Day! On this episode, we discuss recently watched films, Kevin rants about popular art, and we take a look at a cult classic, "The Boondock Saints" (1999), and it's slightly less cult status sequel, "The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day" (2009).
In this episode, Kevin finds a sparring partner and Zac plays "Cowboy for a day". Then things get heavy as we discuss the 1967 classic film, "In Cold Blood" based on the Truman Capote novel of the same name. The conversation leads us into the topics of human villains vs. evil or monster villains, situational awareness, home defense, and the death penalty.
On this episode, we discuss strip clubs and bachelor parties as we take a look at the 2016 film, "Siren". Other topics include Kevin's inability to remember names, how clear symbolism in film should be, and this film's evil version of Adam Savage.
On this episode, we perceive "The Bestowal" in drastically and sometimes comically different ways. We also discuss other podcasts, quality in indie film making, the questions of technology's impact and the state of the world, and call back to a discussion from a previous episode regarding ambiguity in film.
On this special Valentine's episode, we talk about love (Surprise!) and what it means, how it is portrayed in most films, and our current places within it. Oh, and we discuss Richard Linklater's Before Trilogy. "Before Sunrise" (1995), "Before Sunset" (2004), and "Before Midnight" (2013).
On this episode, we look at the 1993 Michael Douglas vehicle, "Falling Down". It leads us down a path discussing everything from basic daily interactions to current problems with racism.
On this episode of PhilosoFilm, we discuss the remake/reboot/ripoff of "Invasion of the Body Snatchers", 2019's "Assimilate".
On this episode, we discuss the 2016 film, "The Triangle", available on Amazon Prime. Other topics discussed are: The Expanse, Lost in Space, The new Rambo as a Home Alone sequel, Camping, Society, Cults, Native Americans, Hippies, and ambiguous endings.
On this episode we get into the psychology of knowing you are dying, as well as the merits of explicit sexual scenes in movies as we discuss the English-language Brazilian film, "My Hindu Friend" starring Willem Dafoe. It was made in 2015, but is just now receiving it's US release by Rock Salt Releasing. In theaters for one week beginning Jan 17 in NY, LA, Cleveland, Detroit, Boston, Minneapolis, ATL, Phoenix, Houston, Chicago.Available streaming beginning Jan 17 on Amazon, iTunes, inDemand, DirecTV, Vudu, Google Play, FANDANGO, Vimeo on Demand, FlixFing, Hoopla, AT&T, Xbox, Sony & Sling/Dish.
On this episode, we welcome some special guests to the podcast to go under the surface of the 1990 monster movie, "Tremors".
Happy New Year from PhilosoFilm! In this special holiday episode, we send 2019 packing with an epic disaster film, 1972's "The Poseidon Adventure". Topics discussed include what it takes to survive, religion as philosophy, leadership styles, tribalism and individualism, and more!
Part 2 of our Christmas special sees us tackling Christmas family traditions as we discuss 1989's "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation"! If you missed part 1, it was a commentary track, so you can watch the film with us. Part 2 is a traditional breakdown and analysis of the film. Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas! Sh*tter was full! It's time for a 2 part PhilosoFilm Holiday Celebration! In part 1 we watch "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation", and comment as things come up. Get your copy of the film up and ready and push play when we do to watch with us! Part 2 will be a traditional PhilosoFilm analysis of the film. Feel free to enjoy either or both! Happy Holidays from PhilosoFilm!
On this episode of PhilosoFilm we discuss Christmas beverages, the importance of enjoying life as it comes, and tackle the age old "Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays?" debate while analyzing one of the best Christmas films ever made, Frank Capra's "It's a Wonderful Life" (1946), starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed.
You better watch out! You better not cry! "The Santa Clause" is coming to PhilosoFilm! We discuss our own Santa Claus experiences, and the idea of Santa in general, before taking on the 1994 classic Tim Allen film that makes you believe again!
Now we have a commentary track, HO HO HO! On the first of our Christmas movie episodes, we went with a slightly different format. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to watch a movie with THE Zac and Kevin from THE PhilosoFilm podcast? Well Merry Christmas, because here is your chance! Queue up your copy of the seasonal classic, Die Hard and press play at the same time we do to experience having us in the room with you while you watch! Yippee Ki Yay!
On this special Thanksgiving episode of PhilosoFilm, Kevin and Zac discuss their Thanksgiving family traditions, as well as what is probably the best Thanksgiving movie, "Planes, Trains, and Automobiles". Sure we talk too much. But we also listen too much. Because we are the real article. What you hear is what you get.
On this bonus episode of PhilosoFilm, we review the Japanese documentary from Rock Salt Releasing, "Inland Sea", by director Kazuhiro Soda. Now available on Amazon, InDemand, Hoopla, Vimeo on Demand, and Fandango.
On this episode of PhilosoFilm, we are taking a walk into the tall grass of the Netflix adaptation of Stephen King's "In the Tall Grass". Other topics discussed include extended cuts of films, cancel culture, and Zac's affinity for lawn equipment.
We're not even supposed to be here today! On this episode of PhilosoFilm, Kevin and Zac go back in time before there was color...you know, 1994. We are discussing the Kevin Smith indie film that launched a cinematic universe before Marvel! We are, of course, talking "Clerks." this week, as well as the uncertain 20's so many have, what it's like to work retail, and some of Kevin's...preferences.
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