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Join Stephen as he is once again joined by Joe to dive deep into the latest buzz in the gaming world! This week, the duo dissects the explosive reveal of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6—is it a game-changer or more of the same? They also explore the mysterious upcoming DLC for Alan Wake 2 and what it might mean for Remedy's haunting narrative universe. In a nostalgic twist, Stephen and Joe unpack the excitement around the Silent Hill remake, discussing how it honors the original while bringing something fresh to the table. They also dive into the retro-tinged UFO 50, a quirky collection of indie gems promising a trip down memory lane. Be sure to follow Joe everywhere you can to engage with his excellent writing on games Joe Richards Games - Portfolio Joe Richards (@ScruffTail) on X (Twitter) Joe Richards - PlayStation Universe Author Page Joe Richards - SUPERJUMP Magazine Author Page Joe Richards - Too Long Didn't Play I'm Sorry Astro Bot, I Didn't Love You - TLDP Article The STACKS website Listen to Throw Down - An Action Cinema Podcast Listen to I'm Thinking Of Spoiling Things Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
Video version available here! On this episode of The STACKS, The STACKS (Stephen & Jack) talk through every single Francis Ford Coppola movie, and put them into one of five very well thought out categories: God(father) Tier Ones from The Heart Worthy Of Conversation Outsiders Megaslopolis We hope you enjoy! The STACKS website Listen to Throw Down - An Action Cinema Podcast Listen to I'm Thinking Of Spoiling Things Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
Hello again gentle listeners! Stephen and Jack are back to talk about things they've watched, read, played, listened to, and generally done with their time on Earth the past few weeks/months. Stephen talks games and orcs, Jack talks space marines and heresy, everyone talks movies, and everyone has a good time doing it too! The STACKS website Listen to Throw Down - An Action Cinema Podcast Listen to I'm Thinking Of Spoiling Things Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
Stephen is joined by special guest Tannner to talk about 2024 in horror, and a wider discussion about horror cinema from the past few years! The dizzying highs, the lowest lows, the middling middles! We've got it all covered here. You can and SHOULD follow Tanner on Letterboxd, Twitter, and on YouTube! The STACKS website Listen to Throw Down - An Action Cinema Podcast Listen to I'm Thinking Of Spoiling Things Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
Here it is, our final celebration of Giallo cinema. Stephen, the madman that he is, sat down and watched a smorgasbord of Italian murder mysteries and scuzzy horror tales, and boy are we going to talk about them! We grade dozens of movies against our own Giallo scale, forget our own metrics, dogs try and get on the microphones, and we generally have a wonderful time talking about murder and violence, Italian style. The STACKS website Listen to Throw Down - An Action Cinema Podcast Listen to I'm Thinking Of Spoiling Things Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
Stephen is joined by video games journalist Joe Richards to talk about a whole parade of cool and exciting video games. Be sure to follow Joe everywhere you can to engage with his excellent writing on games Joe Richards Games - Portfolio Joe Richards (@ScruffTail) on X (Twitter) Joe Richards - PlayStation Universe Author Page Joe Richards - SUPERJUMP Magazine Author Page Joe Richards - Too Long Didn't Play I'm Sorry Astro Bot, I Didn't Love You - TLDP Article The STACKS website Listen to Throw Down - An Action Cinema Podcast Listen to I'm Thinking Of Spoiling Things Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
On this fancy UNLOCKED Patreon episode, we check in with our main man M Night Shyamalan and talk about his new concert film Trap. Listen through to the end to hear the announcement of our next series! Check out the brand new STACKS website Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
In this episode, Stephen and Jack dive deep into MaXXXine, the latest entry in Ti West's horror trilogy. As we close out our Giallo season, we break down the film's ... interesting exploration of '80s culture, the evolution of its leading character, and how it stacks up against its predecessors, X and Pearl. Check out the brand new STACKS website Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
On this episode, Stephen and Jack talk about a range of films that take the trappings and conventions of giallo cinema, invert and augment them, and create something new. Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
Stephen gives us a detailed rundown of everything he saw at this year's Fantasia Festival - a great celebration of genre cinema! You can find all of Stephen's reviews mentioned in this episode on the STACKS website or his Letterboxd account. Next week, our giallo cinema series continues with a conversation about neo-giallo! Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
In this episode, Stephen and Jack talk through four cinematic cornerstones of the giallo genre and work out the defining characteristics of the great Italian murder mystery. Join us next episode for some contemporary spins! Check out the brand new STACKS website Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
We kick off our new Giallo miniseries with a film named after the genre! Join us as Stephen and Jack talk through Dario Argento's bewildering 2009 film Giallo. We have a wider discussion about Giallo cinema, what makes a good one, the works of Dario Argento, and what on earth is happening in Giallo (2009). Join us next episode for some foundational giallo classics, listed at the end of this episode! Check out the brand new STACKS website Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
We're back in the office to talk about the things we've seen, heard and played over the past few weeks! We talk about our favourite 5 films of 2024 so far, Jack's current manga obsession, Doctor Who, and more! Stay tuned for our next miniseries, on GIALLO movies! Check out the brand new STACKS website Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
On this episode of The STACKS, we're darting into the shadows and talking about two notable Fuller noirs, The Naked Kiss (1964) and Pickup on South Street (1953)! We also break down this subseries in general and give thoughts on our Samuel Fuller journey. Listen to Stephen guest on the Daydreamcast to talk about Fallout 1 and Fallout 2 The STACKS website Listen to Throw Down - An Action Cinema Podcast Listen to I'm Thinking Of Spoiling Things Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
You sneaky listener you, you've got access to a one-off sneak preview of our world famous YEAR subseries on the STACKS Patreon feed! We get a random year from a number generator, and we have to draft a quick top 10 list of the BEST films of that year! On this episode we span the wheel, and the wheel gifted us with the year 1950. Please consider supporting The STACKS on Patreon! If you like our show, it would mean the world to us if you were able to support in any way. https://www.patreon.com/thestacksonfilm
On this episode of The STACKS, we're joined by a Samuel Fuller expert Philip Marinello to talk about Fuller's WAR pictures! The focal points of this discussion are The Steel Helmet (1951) and The Big Red One (1980), and some great contextual conversations about Fixed Bayonets (1951), China Gate (1957), and Verboten (1959)! Please listen to and support Philip's main podcast The Substance Listen to Philip talk Fuller on The Projection Booth podcast The STACKS website Listen to Throw Down - An Action Cinema Podcast Listen to I'm Thinking Of Spoiling Things Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
On this episode of our Samuel Fuller miniseries, Stephen and Jack tackle two of Fuller's most controversial films, White Dog (1982) and Shock Corridor (1963). The STACKS website Listen to Throw Down - An Action Cinema Podcast Listen to I'm Thinking Of Spoiling Things Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
Stephen has played some video games and needs to tell you about them! Thanks to our man Cormac for sitting in on the recording session. The STACKS website Listen to Throw Down - An Action Cinema Podcast Listen to I'm Thinking Of Spoiling Things Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
Stephen and Jack are joined by friend, Fuller fan, and Western Film enthusiast Cormac to talk about Samuel Fuller and his approach to the Western genre. We talk about I Shot Jesse James (1949), Run of the Arrow (1957), and Forty Guns (1957), with Stephen filling in some gaps along the way. Cormac talks about Little Simz The STACKS website Listen to Throw Down - An Action Cinema Podcast Listen to I'm Thinking Of Spoiling Things Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
We're embarking on a new director deep-dive series, so say hello to episode 1 of 6 on the filmography of American auteur Samuel Fuller! On this first episode, we talk about his 1969 film Shark! Stephen provides vital context about Samuel Fuller, the production of Shark! and the surrounding industry, and we talk about OTHER Samuel Fuller films that were taken away from him. Be sure to subscribe, rate the podcast wherever you can, and stay tuned for next week's episode on SHOCK CORRIDOR and WHITE DOG! The STACKS website Listen to Throw Down - An Action Cinema Podcast Listen to I'm Thinking Of Spoiling Things Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
We're back in the office to talk about the things we've seen, heard and played over the past few weeks! We go through a bunch of early 2024 film releases, Jack talks about Hitman, and Stephen talks about Balatro! We also layout the plan for our upcoming SAMUEL FULLER season! Be sure to watch along. Check out the brand new STACKS website Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
It's time. The biggest awards show of the year. Stephen and Jack (you know, the STACKS) talk through the HIGHS and LOWS of cinematic culture over the past year. Best director, best picture, best performance, most acting, worst movie, best cinematography, best music, the categories you know and love, with some fun ones along the way! Thank you for sticking with us for the last few years, we're back and better than ever. Subscribe for more good podcasts and some laughs. Jack on Letterboxd Stephen on Letterboxd The new STACKS website Support us on Patreon
We predict the winners of the second most important award show in cinema history. Stephen and Jack are joined by Emma and a baby to talk hot Oscar insider picks in a fun gamelike way, and we also talk about Maestro for a bit. Subscribe for more good podcasts and some laughs. Jack on Letterboxd Stephen on Letterboxd The new STACKS website Support us on Patreon
Stephen counts down his top 10 video games of 2023 (with some honourable mentions thrown in for good measure). Subscribe for more good podcasts and some laughs. Jack on Letterboxd Stephen on Letterboxd The new STACKS website Support us on Patreon
A Q&A session with Caden Stockwell and Piper Mohring about their debut feature-length film Phases of a Daydream. We talk about their process and influences, the themes of the film, future projects, and more! You can watch Phases Of A Daydream for free on YouTube. You can follow both Caden and Piper on Letterboxd. Subscribe for more good movie podcasts and some laughs. Jack on Letterboxd Stephen on Letterboxd The new STACKS website Support us on Patreon
The STACKS Culture Club Episode #1 Welcome to the first episode of our new subseries Culture Club - our monthly tradeoff of cultural objects we hold close to us. Stephen and Jack talk about Baths' third studio album Romaplasm! This twisty electronic pop record is rich with elegant sound design and an introspective queer dialogue. You can find Romaplasm wherever music is found! Here is a link to Baths' bandcamp page. Baths - Out (Music Video) For more Culture Club and STACKS goodness in general, head over to our Patreon page. Jack on Letterboxd Stephen on Letterboxd The new STACKS website - https://www.thestacks.co.uk/
Stephen and Jack talk about Blumhouse's recent flop - NIGHT SWIM (2024) directed by Bryce McGuire. How hard is it to make an evil pool movie fun? Subscribe for more good movie podcasts and some laughs. Jack on Letterboxd - https://letterboxd.com/jckdvnprt Stephen on Letterboxd - https://letterboxd.com/stephenage The new STACKS website - https://www.thestacks.co.uk/ Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thestacksonfilm
It's very nice to be back in the Office after a few months off work, and we're here to talk through some of our favourite Japanese movies that we watched for this year's JAPANUARY Challenge! Jack talks Star Trek, Stephen talks Mountain Goats, it's like we never left. Check out the brand new STACKS website Join our discord server Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
We're so back. We missed you too! Check out the brand new STACKS website Join our discord server thestacksonfilm@gmail.com
Stephen and Jack are back to talk about all the things they've watched, reviewed, played, read, and listened to over the past few weeks! We start with a big catchup of 2023 releases (including Bottoms, Past Lives, Expend4bles), Stephen talks us through the most recent Netflix show Gamera: Rebirth! Jack talks about two rad-looking comics. We talk about some fun games we've been playing, and generally just have a fun time talking about things we like. Although the podcast will be going on a brief hiatus, you can still catchup with everything Stephen and Jack do through their respective links! Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
Stephen & Jack discuss the complete works of Jane Campion, the New Zealand filmmaker known for her distinctive and award-winning contributions to cinema, including "The Piano" and "The Power Of The Dog." We discuss her early experimental works, her made-for-TV movies, her TV shows, and her powerful cinematic works. Make sure to subscribe, rate and review wherever you can, and consider chipping in a few coins at The STACKS Patreon to help us keep producing these podcasts! Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Stay Stacking!
Stephen HAS to talk about the video games he's playing right NOW. Starfield. Baldur's Gate 3. Sea Of Stars. Venba. Quake 2. NOT Pac-man. thestacksonfilm@gmail.com Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does Stay Stacking!
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's The STACKS! Welcome back to Ki-NO THANKS! Our series about bad movies, critically rejected movies, or movies about quests for peace. Your favourite superheroes Stephen and Jack are here to talk about, supposedly, the worst Superman movie ever, Superman IV! We talk through our experience with Superman onscreen, and discuss this CANNON FILM GROUP entry into the Superfranchise. As mentioned towards the end of this episode, we recently appeared on the What A Picture podcast to talk about Tarkovksy's film MIRROR. Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does Stay Stacking!
Stephen kicks Jack out of the podcast and brings on his good friend and fellow literature connoisseur Dan to talk about John Keats and Lord Byron onscreen. The pair discuss Jane Campion's movie Bright Star, before talking through Ken Russel's Gothic. This is a wonderful conversation full of poignant insights into the world of romantic poetry, and how these filmmakers attempt to translate it to the silver screen. Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does Stay Stacking!
It's warm! Well, not that warm. We live in England you see. BUT, it IS summer, and The STACKS boys are here to give a wrap-up on the movies, TV, books, games, and other types of good stuff they've been keeping themselves occupied with recently. 00:00 - It Begins 01:02 - Summer movie roundup - The Flash, Meg 2, Hidden Strike, Shin Kamen Rider, Hundreds of Beavers, Command Z, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, and more! 23:45 - Tv talk! X Files, Succession, the news! 26:11 - Book corner! Their Eyes Were Watching God, Time's Arrow, Wizard's First Rule 38:50 - Game and watch, Stephen talks to Jack about the games he's been playing - The Murder of Sonic The Hedgehog, Dordogne, Cassette Beasts, MyHouse.wad! 50:00 - It ends! The only video on the movies of Mick Jackson you need to see Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does Stay Stacking!
Threads is a powerful and haunting British television movie directed by Mick Jackson, released in 1984. The film is a realistic portrayal of the potential consequences of nuclear war and its devastating effects on society. Set in the city of Sheffield, England, the story follows the lives of several characters before, during, and after a nuclear conflict between NATO and the Warsaw Pact. However... Did you know Mick Jackson directed OTHER movies? TV Movies? Documentaries? Well, Stephen is here to talk Jack through the ENTIREIRTY of Mick Jackson's filmography, placing the films into five distinct categories based on quality and whether you should actually seek them out. You can also WATCH the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel For a list of Mick Jackson's movies Subscribe to The STACKS on Patreon Everything Stephen does Everything Jack does Stay Stacking!
We return to our Ki-no Thanks series, with Jane Campion's In The Cut from 2003. Yes, this series began by looking at the (supposedly) worst movies ever made, but we've slowly adapted this to include movies that were rejected by audiences and critics alike but may have found their audience later down the line. On today's episode, we're joined by writer/director, film enthusiast, and In The Cut fan Carol Fitzgerald! Following the gruesome murder of a young woman in her neighbourhood, a self-determined woman living in New York City – as if to test the limits of her own safety – propels herself into an impossibly risky sexual liaison. Soon she grows increasingly wary about the motives of every man with whom she has contact – and about her own. We discuss the film at length and touch on the career of Meg Ryan, the ways in which Campion recontextualises a narrative and form popularised by the 90s Erotic Thriller, and then we end up talking about Oppenheimer for a while. You can follow Carol on Twitter and Letterboxd THE STACKS PATREON Everything Jack does Everything Stephen does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com
Stephen and Jack talk about four incredibly silly movies. Growing up in the UK, the STACKS gang were obsessed with the Monty Python troupe, and are here today to revisit their cinematic output: - And Now for Something Completely Different (1971) - Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975) - Monty Python's Life of Brian (1979) - Monty Python's The Meaning of Life (1983) We discuss our history with the Pythons, and how it felt to revisit these movies, and we also briefly touch on the wider films of the individual members. THE STACKS PATREON Everything Jack does Everything Stephen does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com
Stephen and Jack are back to talk to your eyes about the things they've seen and listened to and read and played! 00:00 - It Begins 02:30 - Movie corner. Polite Society, Fast X, Across The Spiderverse and more! 37:30 - Stephen talks tunes - Metallica 45:20 - Video games! Neon White, Zelda, Redfall, Hollow Knight, and more! 1:11:00 - It ENDS THE STACKS PATREON Everything Jack does Everything Stephen does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com
On this episode of The STACKS we delve into the cultural milestone that is Spike Lee's iconic film, "Do the Right Thing." Released in 1989, the movie continues to resonate with audiences, sparking conversations about race, police brutality, and social unrest. Join us as we explore the film's enduring relevance and its ability to inspire introspection and dialogue. We kick off the discussion by providing historical context, examining the socio-political climate of the late 1980s and the racial tensions that plagued urban communities. We highlight how Spike Lee, as the writer, director, and lead actor, masterfully portrays the microcosm of Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, where the story unfolds. Through vivid characters, he captures the complexities of racial dynamics and the simmering tensions that escalate throughout the film. The conversation delves into the moral dilemmas faced by the characters, including Mookie, played by Spike Lee, who must navigate conflicting loyalties and personal responsibility in the face of injustice. We discuss the impact of the film's controversial ending, debating the moral implications and its broader social commentary. THE STACKS PATREON Everything Jack does Everything Stephen does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com
Join us for a captivating and comprehensive retrospective (or selectospective) as we delve deep into the remarkable body of work created by the visionary filmmaker, Spike Lee. In this episode of The STACKS, we embark on an enthralling journey through the lens of Lee's films, exploring their cultural significance, artistic achievements, and impact on the world of cinema. Stephen and Jack take an in-depth look at Lee's iconic movies, starting from his early breakthroughs and progressing through his illustrious career. From his debut feature "She's Gotta Have It" to the groundbreaking "Do the Right Thing," and the powerful "Malcolm X," we discuss how Lee tackled issues of race, identity, and social injustice, making a lasting mark on American cinema. For a ranking of the films discussed, please head over to the STACKS Patreon page! THE STACKS PATREON Everything Jack does Everything Stephen does thestacksonfilm@gmail.com
Welcome back to KI-NO THANKS! Our subseries here on the STACKS where we talk about the worst (or supposedly worst) movies of ALL time. Today, we kick off a short Spike Lee season, by talking about two REMAKES Spike directed in the mid-2010s. Oldboy (2013) based on Park Chan-Wook's incredible Oldboy (2003), and Da Sweet Blood of Jesus (2014) based on Bill Gunn's monumental blaxploitation film Ganja & Hess (1973). We talk about Spike as a creative voice, our history with the original films, and how these remakes differ! Stephen also took a deep dive into the original Oldboy manga... and has thoughts. All questions and recommendations to thestacksonfilm@gmail.com The Brand New And Rather Incredible STACKS Gaming Channel THE STACKS PATREON Everything Jack does Everything Stephen does Stay STACKING xxx
On this episode of The STACKS, Stephen and Jack break down the films of Warren Beatty! From his directorial debut Heaven Can Wait, we talk through every film Beatty directed (and we included some writing/co-writing credits for good measure). Listen as Stephen breaks down Beatty's roaring political epic Reds, Jack gushes over Dick Tracy, and we mull over Warren Beatty's commitment to the Dick Tracy persona and ZOOM calls. (I know we were meant to be covering Elaine May, as I'm sure is referenced in this episode, but some emergency hard drive issues have thrown a spanner in the works there. Have no fear! An Elaine May ep of some sort will be hitting the feed in due course!) All questions and recommendations to thestacksonfilm@gmail.com The Brand New And Rather Incredible STACKS Gaming Channel THE STACKS PATREON Everything Jack does Everything Stephen does Stay STACKING xxx
The boys are back in town (boys are back in townnnn) And by town... I mean office! Time for The STACKS boys to update you on all the good good media they've been enjoying over the past few weeks! 00:00 - It Begins 1:29 - Video games! Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and more 21:40 - Movies we have been watching! How To Blow Up A Pipeline, Ride On, Rye Lane, Evil Dead Rise, and more! 37:10 - Booktown USA! Stephen reads about the history of Cahiers du Cinéma and Jack listens. 42:20 - Stephen watches a little-known TV show called ANDOR. 55:30 - It ends
When you ISH upon a TAR,Your dreams come true. Welcome back to KI-NO THANKS! Our subseries here on the STACKS where we talk about the worst (or supposedly worst) movies of ALL time. Today, we kick of Elaine Maypril by talking about Ishtar, one of the most notorious bad movies of all time. But what if... it was good? Stephen and Jack sit down and talk about the comedic layers at play, May's approach, and why people thought this was/is worthy of the title 'Worst Movie Of All Time'. Please please please rate and review the podcast if you can, we'd really appreciate it! All questions and recommendations to thestacksonfilm@gmail.com The Brand New And Rather Incredible STACKS Gaming Channel THE STACKS PATREON Everything Jack does Everything Stephen does Stay STACKING xxx
It's time for another water cooler check-in with your favourite podcasters, Stephen and Jack! 00:00 - It Begins 01:20 - Quick Mando Season 3 thoughts 03:50 - PsychOdyssey - documentary series about Double Fine and the development of Psychonauts 2 22:00 - Video game talk - Diablo 3, Diablo IV Beta, Resident Evil 4 REmake, and more! 50:50 - Jack talks about Berserk! Manga time! 59:00 - Stephen talks about the BOOKS he's been reading including New Blood in Contemporary Cinema: Women Directors and the Poetics of Horror 1:06:00 - Random movie wrap-up! 1:14:00 - It just ends! The Brand New And Rather Incredible STACKS Gaming Channel THE STACKS PATREON Everything Jack does Everything Stephen does Stay STACKING xxx
What a month it has been here on The STACKS! We've tackled one of the most interesting and unique voices in contemporary cinema, and on this episode we break down M. Night Shyamalan's entire filmography! From his early days writing and directing films such as Praying With Anger and Wide Awake, right through to his most recent motion picture Knock At The Cabin! For Patreon subscribers, we break down his filmography into a neat tier ranking system, so head over there to see a 15 minute video of us debating the final March Night Shyamalan rankings! Make sure you stay tuned to the end of this episode to hear the announcement for the podcast series we'll be running during the month of April, I'm sure you'll go APE for it! Follow Jack on everything Follow Stephen on everything Don't let the Shiversbeast get you.
On this episode of The STACKS, Stephen and Jack tackle M Night Shyamalan's superhero stories - the Eastrail 177 trilogy. We talk about the three films individually, and how (and if) they work together as a combined trilogy of movies. For more great podcasts and cinema snippets, head over to our Patreon page! Follow Jack on everything Follow Stephen on everything Don't let the Shiversbeast get you.
March Night Shyamalan rolls on with a Ki-No Thanks episode on Lady In The Water (with a Ki-No Mini on The Visit at the end too)! Apartment building superintendent Cleveland Heep rescues what he thinks is a young woman from the pool he maintains. When he discovers that she is actually a character from a bedtime story who is trying to make the journey back to her home, he works with his tenants to protect his new friend from the creatures that are determined to keep her in our world. Stephen and Jack talk about a film they deem a swing and a miss - an ambitious but flawed work that feels very personal to M Night, but does not come together as well as initially intended. What is Paul Giamatti doing? What's up with the guy with one big arm and one small arm? Why are there so many Bob Dylan songs here? Tune in for discussions on these hot topics and MORE! For more great podcasts and cinema snippets, head over to our Patreon page! Follow Jack on everything Follow Stephen on everything Don't let the Shiversbeast get you.
It's time for another water cooler check-in with your favourite podcasters, Stephen and Jack! 00:00 - It begins 01:30 - Video game talk - High on Life, Sifu, Final Fantasy 7, Goldeneye, HI-FI RUSH and more! 48:00 - Video game... TV talk! Stephen starts The Last Of Us! 50:00 - Book talk! RZA's Tao Of The Wu, Dilla Time, White Noise, Tarkovksy's Sculpting In Time, 1:04:00 - MOVIE TALK! Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody, Till, Enys Men, All The Beauty And The Bloodshed, Ant-Man 3, Close, Ressurection, MRS HARRIS GOES TO PARIS, Dog, The Whale, and MORE! 1:40:00 - Gorefest 2023! 1:50:00 - It ends! As always, we appreciate any and all ratings and reviews of the podcast. You can email us anything and everything - thestacksonfilm@gmail.com THE STACKS PATREON Everything Jack does Everything Stephen does Stay STACKING xxx
Hello friends, and welcome to MARCH NIGHT SHYAMALAN! That's right, during the month of March we're talking all things M. Night here on the STACKS. We're talking the good, the bad, and the uh, Stuart Little? On this first episode, we talk about the cult classic(?) THE HAPPENING, starring Marky Mark Wahlberg, Zooey Deschanel, and John Leguizamo! When a deadly airborne virus threatens to wipe out the northeastern United States, teacher Elliott Moore (Mark Wahlberg) and his wife (Zooey Deschanel) flee from contaminated cities into the countryside in a fight to discover the truth. Is it terrorism, the accidental release of some toxic military bio weapon – or something even more sinister? Is it good? Is it BAD? Listen, and find out! For more great podcasts and cinema snippets, head over to our Patreon page! Follow Jack on everything Follow Stephen on everything Keeeeeep STACKing! x
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