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2 episodes with Mykelti Williamson
2 episodes with Mykelti Williamson
2 episodes with Mykelti Williamson
2 episodes with Mykelti Williamson
Black on Black Cinema dives deep into Is God Is (2026), Aleshea Harris' feature directorial debut adapted from her Obie Award-winning stage play. Starring Kara Young as "The Rough One" and Mallori Johnson as "The Quiet One," the film follows twin sisters bearing the disfiguring burn scars of a childhood tragedy, ordered by their bedridden mother to kill the abusive father who destroyed their family. With Janelle Monáe, Sterling K. Brown, Vivica A. Fox, Erika Alexander, and Mykelti Williamson rounding out the cast, and Tessa Thompson and Janicza Bravo producing.We analyze Harris' genre-blending, part western grind house, part noir, part dark comedy; and how she translates her stage play to cinema. We break down how the film confronts generational trauma, absent and intimate partner violence, and the totality of Black womanhood with brutal honesty. Sterling K. Brown cast against type as a villain is inspired. Black women's rage played straight, not for laughs or shame, is the film's greatest achievement.Black on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast featuring in-depth Black movie reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community. We review Black films across every genre — from Black horror and Black sci-fi to indie dramas, comedies, and blockbuster action. Covering filmmakers like Spike Lee, Jordan Peele, Ryan Coogler, Ava DuVernay, and more. Hosted by Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara. Featured on RogerEbert.com. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Look Forward (progressive politics), and Dense Pixels (video game news).
Travis Hopson reviews IS GOD IS starring Mallori Johnson, Kara Young, Sterling K. Brown, Vivica A. Fox, Janelle Monae, Erika Alexander, and Mykelti Williamson!In Is God Is, two sisters embark on an epic quest for revenge, confronting a charged family history that will push them to extraordinary lengths.IS GOD IS is in theaters now!All of this and more can be found at www.punchdrunkcritics.com!Subscribe to Punch Drunk Critics on YouTube: / @punchdrunkcritics1 Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Twitter: / pdcmovies Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Facebook: / pdcmovies You can also subscribe to our podcast Cinema Royale anywhere you get your podcasts!#IsGodIs #sterlingkbrown #revengemovie
Chosen by Chris, Heat arrived in 1995 as Michael Mann's grand, granite-jawed crime epic: a nearly three-hour Los Angeles thriller with the emotional temperature of a fridge full of loaded handguns. Produced by Mann and Art Linson, the film brought together Al Pacino and Robert De Niro on-screen for the first time, backed by a frankly ridiculous ensemble including Val Kilmer, Jon Voight, Tom Sizemore, Ashley Judd, Amy Brenneman, Wes Studi, Mykelti Williamson and Ted Levine. With a reported budget of around $60 million, this was not some cosy little cops-and-robbers caper; it was prestige crime cinema wearing an expensive suit and staring silently out over the freeway.Mann shot Heat across Los Angeles with an obsessive eye for real streets, glass towers, night skies and urban loneliness, giving the city the feel of a living, humming machine. The production became famous for its realism, its meticulous preparation and its muscular sense of place, while the film went on to earn strong reviews, solid box office returns and a lasting reputation as one of the defining American crime films of the 1990s. Its influence can still be felt in modern heist films, police thrillers and brooding men looking meaningfully at skylines.Trailer Guy Plot SynopsisIn a city where every streetlight hides a secret, one master thief lives by a code: never get attached to anything you cannot walk away from in thirty seconds flat.But when a relentless detective begins closing in, two men on opposite sides of the law discover they may understand each other better than anyone else ever could. One hunts. One runs. Both are trapped by the lives they chose.This winter, Los Angeles becomes a battlefield of loyalty, obsession, coffee, suits, guns, and the sort of emotional repression that can only be solved by staring across a table like two divorced panthers.Fun FactsHeat was adapted from ideas Michael Mann had explored years earlier in his 1989 TV film L.A. Takedown.The character Neil McCauley was inspired by a real criminal pursued by Chicago police officer Chuck Adamson.Despite both appearing in The Godfather Part II, Pacino and De Niro did not share scenes in that film, making Heat their first proper on-screen pairing.The famous diner conversation was shot with multiple cameras to capture both actors' performances naturally.The film's long runtime meant its original VHS release had to be split across two tapes, which feels deeply appropriate for a film this committed to being massive.Dante Spinotti's cinematography uses natural and practical lighting to give the film its cool, metallic Los Angeles atmosphere.Kate Mantilini, the restaurant used for the iconic meeting scene, later closed in 2014.Christopher Nolan has cited Heat as an influence on his approach to Gotham City in The Dark Knight.The film's weapon handling and shootout sequences are often praised for their realism and have become a benchmark for crime-action filmmaking.MUSICCheckout the parody music from the show on Spotify here.Support the ShowIf you enjoy the show and would like to support us, we have a Patreon here.If you're listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, leaving us a 5-star review (and a short comment) really helps more people discover the show. It's quick, free, and makes a huge difference.Referral links also help out the show if you were going to sign up:NordVPNNordPassthevhsstrikesback@gmail.comhttps://linktr.ee/vhsstrikesback
Michael Mann's Heat On this week's episode we celebrate our 600th episode with a look at one of the most important films of our generation, Michael Mann's Crime-Thriller, Heist Film, Masterpiece . . . the coming together of two of the greatest and most important actors of their generation, Al Pacino as Lieutenant Vincent Hannah and Robert DeNiro as Professional Criminal Neil McCauley in 1995s Heat. This week we talk the film, but as always the film is simply a jumping off point for a greater undestanding, in the case an understanding of 1990s culture, the crime genre, brilliant acting and direction, and our own personal growth and attachment to the ideas, warnings, and lessons of this exceptional film. A modern day criminal tragedy which re-invents a story that has been told thousands of times and somehow manages to make all things fresh and unique. With a brilliant cast including the aforementioned DeNiro and Pacino, but also Wes Studi, Ted Levine, Mykelti Williamson, Diane Verona, Tom Sizemore, Danny Trejo, Amy Brenneman, William Fichtner, Ashley Judd, Hank Azaria, Natalie Portman, Henry Rollins, John Voight, Kevin Gage, Bud Cort, a heartbreaking Dennis Haysbert, and a brilliant Val Kilmer, Michael Mann's Heat is a beautifully rendered, heartbreaking crime tragedy that feels real, lived in, and timeless. And yeah . . . we spend a good amount of time on that scene - one of the greatest ever filmed. Take a listen and let us know what you think. As always we can be reached at gondoramos@yahoo.com. Many, Many Thanks. For those of you who would like to donate to this undying labor of love, you can do so with a contribution at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/watchrickramos - Anything and Everything is appreciated, You Cheap Bastards.
In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the 2006 hood classic coming-of-age comedy-drama and the directorial debut of music video director Chris Robinson, starring T.I., Lauren London, Antwan André Patton, Mykelti Williamson, and Keith David, titled ATL. We discuss whether this film has gotten better with time, and we debate whether it is the last film to be considered a “hood classic.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For our 300th episode, Not A Bomb takes a moment to look back on nearly six years of exploring overlooked and misunderstood films. Brad and Troy reflect on the evolution of the show, the community that has grown around it, and the conversations that have shaped its identity.To mark the milestone, the episode revisits Michael Mann's Heat (1995) — a film that has long been part of the podcast's internal history. Though never a “bomb,” Heat is a work whose reputation has deepened over time, making it a fitting choice for this moment. The discussion examines the film's legacy, performances, craftsmanship, and themes, drawing on ideas explored in past blog posts while offering new perspective.Episode 300 serves as both a celebration and a reaffirmation of the show's purpose: to give films the thoughtful attention they deserve and to continue discovering the stories behind them.Heat is directed by Michael Mann and stars Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Tom Sizemore, Diane Brenneman, Ashley Judd, Mykelti Williamson, Wes Studi, Ted Levine, Jon Voight, and Val KilmerSupport the ShowWant to help support the show? Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check our merchandise. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!We're committed to hearing your feedback and suggestions. If there's a cinematic flop you'd like us to delve into, please reach out to us at NotABombPod@gmail.com or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what drive us. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.Cast: Brad, Troy
Welcome to PTBN Pop's Movie Review of The Day! Every weekday we will be reviewing a movie whether it be currently in theaters, featured on streaming or just a film that we hold near and dear to us. Since we are in the midst of this year's NFL playoffs, this week we are covering football movies. On today's episode, Andy Atherton is reviewing “Wildcats” from 1986 starring Goldie Hawn, Swoosie Kurtz, Robyn Lively, Mykelti Williamson & Wesley Snipes.
A new season begins! Will & Ian begin the new season without Nora, who will be taking some time off, the way they always do,with NICOLAS F-N CAGE! That's right, they bring in A.E. Bennett to help close out the 90s Cage-Trifecta of Action Movies, and kick this season off with a BANG! They'll put the bunny BACK because it's-CON AIR (1997) R 115 minutesDirected by: Simon West. Starring: Nicolas Cage, John Cusak, John Malkovich, Ving Rhames, Colm Meaney, Steve Buscemi, Dave Chappelle, Danny Trejo, Monica Potter, Mykelti Williamson, Nick Chinlund, Rachel Ticotin, M.C. Gainey, Renoly Santiago and Many Other Talented People!00:45- WELCOME BACK to SEASON 6! (and a brief announcement)01:45- Welcome A.E. Bennett08:00- First Thoughts17:30- CON AIR (19917)21:00- Tasty Morsels24:00- Rating/Review56:00- Totals56:45- Next Week/Thank You AE/Bye!Patreon: patreon.com/THELastActionCriticsInstagram: @TheLastActionCriticsemail: Thelastactioncritics@gmail.comNext Week: Sisu 2: Road to Revenge
Hey everybody, welcome back to Myopia Movies. This week we're tackling an action-silly Nicolas Cage classic: Con Air. And honestly—if you've never seen it before, I almost want to tell you to stop and watch it first… but our discussion is good enough that you'll survive either way. Fair warning: this episode got chaotic. So chaotic, in fact, that our newly married editor and panelist, Nur Chernnet, had to cut nearly 15 minutes of material. We went completely off the rails. What you're hearing is the best of what survived. We hope you enjoy the wreckage. As always, keep listening, keep subscribing—and now for some big news. If you're listening to this when it drops (mid-January 2026) and you're in the Metro Atlanta area, make sure you follow CineProv on Facebook. At the end of the month—the final Wednesday—we're launching a brand-new regular CineProv show. Even better, Keiko and Jeremy, two members of the Myopia crew, will be debuting their first show that night. Go support them. It's going to be great. One last thing: attached to this episode is a link to our Amazon Wish List. If you pick a movie from the list, not only will we cover it on the podcast (thank you for the support!), but we'll also record an exclusive, personalized riff just for you—attached to a DVD so you can watch us tear into the movie specifically in your honor. Check it out, see if anything grabs you, and as always—thanks for listening. How will Con Air hold up? Host: Nic Panel: Candace, Jeremy Directed by Simon West Starring: Nicolas Cage, John Cusack, John Malkovich, Colm Meaney, Mykelti Williamson, Nick Chinlund, Renoly Santiago, Ving Rhames, Dave Chappelle, Rachel Ticotin, Steve Eastin, Steve Buscemi, Danny Trejo, M.C. Gainey
Hey everybody, welcome back to Myopia Movies. This week we're tackling an action-silly Nicolas Cage classic: Con Air. And honestly—if you've never seen it before, I almost want to tell you to stop and watch it first… but our discussion is good enough that you'll survive either way. Fair warning: this episode got chaotic. So chaotic, in fact, that our newly married editor and panelist, Nur Chernnet, had to cut nearly 15 minutes of material. We went completely off the rails. What you're hearing is the best of what survived. We hope you enjoy the wreckage. As always, keep listening, keep subscribing—and now for some big news. If you're listening to this when it drops (mid-January 2026) and you're in the Metro Atlanta area, make sure you follow CineProv on Facebook. At the end of the month—the final Wednesday—we're launching a brand-new regular CineProv show. Even better, Keiko and Jeremy, two members of the Myopia crew, will be debuting their first show that night. Go support them. It's going to be great. One last thing: attached to this episode is a link to our Amazon Wish List. If you pick a movie from the list, not only will we cover it on the podcast (thank you for the support!), but we'll also record an exclusive, personalized riff just for you—attached to a DVD so you can watch us tear into the movie specifically in your honor. Check it out, see if anything grabs you, and as always—thanks for listening. How will Con Air hold up? Host: Nic Panel: Candace, Jeremy Directed by Simon West Starring: Nicolas Cage, John Cusack, John Malkovich, Colm Meaney, Mykelti Williamson, Nick Chinlund, Renoly Santiago, Ving Rhames, Dave Chappelle, Rachel Ticotin, Steve Eastin, Steve Buscemi, Danny Trejo, M.C. Gainey
We've all done some pretty gnarly things for money. Whether that's working a 9-5, swallowing your pride and being a yes sir/ma'am, or even wrestling in disguise to raise money for your monastery. We see you. In this episode, we discuss the 2006 movie, Nacho Libre. Directed by Jared Hess. Staring Jack Black, Héctor Jiménez, and Ana de la Reguera. It is available on Pluto TV.You can request movies by emailing us at specrapular@gmail.comGo follow our Youtube channel where ALL of our episodes are posted now: Specrapular (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0ppqS8Japy4yT4cVfcGEKw)The next movie we are going to discuss is Forrest Gump, from 1994. Directed by Ron Howard. Staring Tom Hanks, Sally Field, Robin Wright, Gary Sinise, and Mykelti Williamson. It is available on Amazon Prime.Intro music by: LuisFind more music from Luis at: instagram.com/breatheinstereoSeason 9 Episode 7
What do celebrities hate to hear? BOO! Tom Arnold, Charisma Carpenter, Mykelti Williamson, and Dee Snyder each claim to have experienced ghostly phenomenon. We'll be the judge of that! [YouTube Version] [Sources & links] Get this episode AD-FREE on Patreon, along with our exclusive podcast The Netherworld Dispatch! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky. For more, cruise through our LINKS Sources: https://youtu.be/Vbh3Hxtho88?si=2B6H7U18vicQsdvk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WayEKvLktK8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qPy3aBGPFqo&t=1502s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In honor of its upcoming 30th Anniversary next month, here is our newly remastered (with additional content) review of one of The Greatest Films Ever!“Don't let yourself get attached to anything you are not willing to walk out on in 30 seconds flat if you feel the heat around the corner….” – Neil McCauley, 1995And that's the apparent thesis for one of the most beloved films of the past thirty years spoken by living legend Robert DeNiro sitting across from fellow living legend Al Pacino. Or is it really the main theme of the movie? Maybe it's just something cool-sounding that a tough guy says but doesn't really follow through on….director Michael Mann examines that very question among so many others during this almost three hour crime epic focusing on the brewing conflict between two self-obsessed master tacticians on both sides of the law…and the women who love them….along with every one else whose lives they impact. This STACKED cast also includes Val Kilmer, Diana Venora, Amy Brenneman, Tom Sizemore, Jon Voight, Wes Studi, Dennis Haysbert, Mykelti Williamson, Danny Trejo, and Ted Levine among SO many others. Let's find out if The Action Really IS The Juice…..Host: Geoff GershonEdited By Ella GershonProducer: Marlene GershonSend us a textSupport the showhttps://livingforthecinema.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Living-for-the-Cinema-Podcast-101167838847578Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/livingforthecinema/Letterboxd:https://letterboxd.com/Living4Cinema/
On the latest episode of the podcast, Jamie takes some before the show officially starts to really educate her cohost on some 'moon shit', Doug discusses the possibility of having a fling with his mailman, and we both have a lot to say about racquetball...while covering a football movie. Barge in on your ex taking a bath, return that goat before you get expelled, and join us as we see if Goldie Hawn can come back from the disappointment of Private Benjamin while we discuss, Wildcats!Wildcats is a 1986 film directed by Michael Ritchie and starring Goldie Hawn, Swoozie Kurtz, Robin Lively, Brandy Gold, James Keach, Jan Hooks, Bruce McGill, Nipsey Russell, Mykelti Williamson, Tab Thacker, Woody Harrelson & Wesley Snipes.Visit our YouTube ChannelMerch on TeePublic Follow us on TwitterFollow on InstagramFind us on FacebookDoug's Schitt's Creek podcast, Schitt's & Giggles can be found here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/schitts-and-giggles-a-schitts-creek-podcast/id1490637008
Episode Notes S6E29-- Join us as we come Straight Outta Compton with Cleavon "Jinx" McClendon. He'll be in the house talking all things from Straight Outta Compton to Justified and beyond. Cleavon R. McClendon III was born in Los Angeles, California. Raised by a single mother, he grew up with a flare for the dramatics. Needing somewhere for her son to go during the summer months, Cleavon's mother enrolled him at Marla Gibbs' Acting Studio. It was there that he got bit by the “acting bug.” He had to be walked onto the stage in his first play when he was just 7 years of age. Cleavon's first acting job would be as an extra in Marvel's 1993 superhero comedy film Meteor Man, starring Robert Townsend, Marla Gibbs and a host of well known actors. Cleavon then moved on to Faith Acting Studios. It was there that a lady by the name of Ms. Felicia encouraged his mother to look into him acting professionally. It was during the showcase for Ms Felicia, Wendy Raquel Robinson and Tracy Coley's new acting school, All God's Children, that he was discovered by his first agent, Carolyn Thompson - Goldstein at Media Artist Group. He was just 10 years old. Cleavon followed Carolyn to her next agency at Amsel Eisenstadt and Frazier. During his time with AEF, he would land a recurring role on the 1997 sitcom The Good News, created by Ed Weinberger. In between one of the tapings of an episode involving a pet duck, Mr. Weinberger asked Cleavon if he could cry during a scene. Having never done it before, Cleavon said “I could try.” During the scene to Cleavon's astonishment, he let the tears flow. This only furthered his love for performing. In 1999 he would book a role in a feature film playing the role of Jamal Reed, the younger brother of lead actor Deon Richmond. Cleavon would continue to book roles in the industry such as: Malcolm in the Middle, The Bernie Mac Show, The Game, Girlfriends, Cold Case, 24, House of Payne and other shows. HELPFUL LINKS: VETERANS: https://www.va.gov/.../mental-health/suicide-prevention/ ADDICTION: https://lp.recoverycentersofamerica.com/.../continuum-of.../ Due you know someone that has lost their lives due to addiction? Or even someone that has made a full recovery? Reach out to Johnny Whitaker so they can help to celebrate the lives lost/ lives recovered at overdoseawareness0831@gmail.com Follow our guest https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0565816/ https://www.instagram.com/cleavonmcclendon/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/cleavon.mcclendon.1/ Toking with the Dead: https://www.stilltoking.com/ ————————————— Follow Still Toking With and their friends! https://smartpa.ge/5zv1 ————————————— Produced by Leo Pond and The Dorkening Podcast Network MORE ABOUT THE GUEST: In 2010 Cleavon would land a recurring role on the television show Justified, playing the role of Bernard, starring Timothy Olyphant. During his time on Justified, he would have the opportunity to be on screen with individuals such as Mykelti Williamson and Walton Goggins. Cleavon's next notable role would come in 2014 as a recurring role in the Amazon Prime series created by Ben Watkins, Hand of God, starring Ron Perlman. He would play Asa Boston, the son of Robert “Bobo” Boston, played by Andre Royo. Cleavon would share the screen with actors such as Ron Perlman, Andre Royo, Garret Dillahunt and Mia Long. Cleavon's big break would come a year later in the 2015 blockbuster feature film Straight Outta Compton, playing the role of Jinx. Cleavon has continued to pursue his career in the years after. Never losing the urge to perform even after getting married and having 2 beautiful children. In 2024 he starred in the short film Something About Mother, playing the role of Caleb opposite Kathleen Bradley, Lawrence Hilton Jacobs, Jane Kennedy and Dawnn Lewis. Find out more at https://still-toking-with.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/still-toking-with/79a049ae-51b3-47d0-8ae3-154f84c3d2cd
Amy checks all of Monique's paranormal trope boxes with the “Celebrity Ghost Story” of Mykelti Williamson. Then Monique covers “BAMF extraordinaire,” David Horowitz. If you liked this episode, please take a moment to rate, review, and subscribe.Join us for Another F*cking Cute & Creepy Weekend in New Orleans! Join Our Patreon!Check Out Our Website!Follow Us On Instagram!
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Actor Mykelti Williamson, producer Kip Konwiser, and director Jon Avnet talk about their inspiring sports drama "The Last Rodeo" and how they are telling meaningful stories.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
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In this powerful and deeply personal episode of STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD, host Steve Kmetko sits down with acclaimed actor Mykelti Williamson, best known as Bubba in Forrest Gump, for an unforgettable conversation about his life, career, and unwavering artistic integrity. Mykelti opens up about the real story behind landing the iconic role, why he's never eaten at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., the life lessons he brings to the screen, and his passion for mentoring young actors. He also teases his new film The Last Rodeo and shares candid thoughts on Hollywood, family, and his spiritual foundation. If you're a fan of Heat, Con Air, or Fences, or just love hearing untold Hollywood stories—this is a must-watch. #MykeltiWilliamson #ForrestGump #TheLastRodeo #StillHereHollywood #SteveKmetko #HollywoodPodcast #TomHanks #ActingMasterclass #BehindTheScenes #MovieLegendsShow Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenstein Music by: Brian Sanyshyn Transcription: Mushtaq Hussain https://stillherehollywood.com http://patreon.com/stillherehollywood Suggest Guests at: stillherehollywood@gmail.com Advertise on Still Here Hollywood: jim@stillherenetwork.com Publicist: Maggie Perlich: maggie@numbertwelvemarketing.com
For this "Quick Screen" episode, Michael checked out the brand new theatrical film "The Last Rodeo". What are some of his thoughts of this dramatic film starring Neal McDonough, Mykelti Williamson, Christopher McDonald, Sarah Jones, and Daylon Swearingen? Check it out and see!Be a part of the conversation!E-mail the show at screennerdspodcast@gmail.comFollow the show on Twitter @screennerdspodLike the show on Facebook (Search for Screen Nerds Podcast and find the page there)Follow the show on Instagram and Threads just search screennerdspodcastCheck out the show on Bluesky just search screennerdspodcastBe sure to check out the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Goodpods, Overcast, Amazon Music or your podcast catcher of choice! (and please share rate and review!)Want to share your thoughts on the podcast? Send me an e-mail!Thanks to Frankie Creel for the artwork
Dan, Manny, & Billy put the 1993 action/drama Free Willy to the ultimate test--THE NOSTALGIA TEST! “[They abused a whale] to make a movie about whale awareness [...] You fucking basically murdered [a whale] in the making of [Free Willy].” -Billy Okay everyone, this was a weird journey back for us because no one knew what to expect from Free Willy. We didn't remember it was two hours long. We didn't remember about Jesse's friend Perry. We sure didn't remember Mykelti Williamson being saddled with another clueless white person? And that's just the tip of this nostalgic iceberg because we go on a Metalocalypse tangent, how Orcas were attacking sailboats, adopting a manatee in elementary school, and we expose the unfortunate story behind Kiko, the Orca in Free Willy. Email us (thenostalgiatest@gmail.com) your thoughts, opinions, and questions about this episode or anything else nostalgic on your mind and we'll read it for next time on the pod! APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction to the Nostalgia Test Podcast 00:18 Iconic Quotes and Characters from Free Willy 01:03 Reflecting on 90s Movie Culture 01:38 Free Willy: The Plot and Performances 02:54 The Cast and Their Other Works 05:28 Memories of Watching Free Willy as Kids 07:01 The Harsh Realities of Captivity 10:49 The Bond Between Jesse and Willy 16:20 The Climax: Freeing Willy 34:00 The Ethics of Animal Training and Captivity 38:13 Critique of the Characters' Jobs and Skills 38:28 The Absurdity of Recording Dolphins and Whales 39:13 Plot Holes and Lack of Security 40:25 The Plan to Free Willie 43:03 The Ridiculous Escape Plan 54:46 The Fate of Kiko, the Real-Life Willie 01:05:21 Final Thoughts and Nostalgia Test Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast Bring The Nostalgia Test Podcast's high energy fun and comedy on your podcast, to host your themed parties & special events! The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create an unforgettable Nostalgic experience for any occasion because we are the party! We are the most dedicated guests! We bring it 100% of the time! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the form at this link. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected
Today on the show, I share my review of the brand-new Angel Studios film *The Last Rodeo*, starring Neal McDonough, Mykelti Williamson, Sarah Jones, and Graham Harvey. Join me as I discuss this captivating story of courage, faith, perseverance, and family togetherness. Then, take your family to see this exciting adventure unfold on the big screen!
Today on the show, I share my review of the brand-new Angel Studios film *The Last Rodeo*, starring Neal McDonough, Mykelti Williamson, Sarah Jones, and Graham Harvey. Join me as I discuss this captivating story of courage, faith, perseverance, and family togetherness. Then, take your family to see this exciting adventure unfold on the big screen!
In this heartfelt episode of The Faith Film Fan Podcast with host Rick Altizer, acclaimed actor Mykelti Williamson (known for roles in Forrest Gump, Fences, Ali, and The Purge) joins the show to talk about his newest film, The Last Rodeo—opening in theaters May 23.Mykelti shares how the project came together with Neil McDonough and director Jon Avnet, the deeply personal and spiritual process he brings to every role, and how his faith grounds him both on and off screen.From navigating Hollywood as a Christ follower to honoring the real-life heroes portrayed in the film, this candid conversation is full of insight, inspiration, and heart. Whether you're a film fan, a believer, or both—this one's for you.
Send us a textEpisode 549"Forrest Gump" and "The Last Rodeo"Actor: Mykelti WilliamsonMykelti and I talk Forrest Gump and his iconic character, Benjamin Buford Blue "Bubba", we discuss his amazing filmography including "Heat", "Lucky Number Slevin", "Ali", "Fallout" and more.We also discuss his new film "The Last Rodeo", faith, relationships and much more.Welcome, Mykelti Williamson#bubba #forrestgump #heat #angelstudio #ali #interview #podcast #fyp #shorts #freewilly #miamivice #thepurge #fences #denzelwashington #lieutenantdan #castaway #runforestrun #bubbagump Reach out to Darek Thomas and Monday Morning Critic!Instagram: / mondaymorningcritic Facebook: / mondaymorningcritic TikTok: / mondaymorningcritic Mondaymorningcritic@gmail.com
In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys discussed their question of the Day. Is Rocky a sports movie, or is it a love story? Let us know. Later in the hour, the guys chatted with actor Mykelti Williamson. Mykelti talked about his role in Forrest Gump, along with his new movie on the rise. Listen to hear more.
The guys chatted with actor Mykelti Williamson. Mykelti talked about his role in Forrest Gump, along with his new movie on the rise. Listen to hear more.
May 13th - Drew Curtis, Michael Townsend, Mykelti Williamson
Happy Purge Day (belated)! We're celebrating this year's Purge by watching 2016's The Purge: Election Year in which there's a big argument about whether it's better to fight tyranny from within the system or via a full-on armed rebellion. The escapism of entertainment, everyone!
A master criminal (Robert De Niro) and a police detective (Al Pacino) square off to find out if the criminal can pull off one more giant heist before riding off into the sunset. An all-star supporting cast includes Val Kilmer, Jon Voight, Tom Sizemore, Ashley Judd, Natalie Portman, Amy Brenneman, Mykelti Williamson, Dennis Haysbert, Diane Venora, William Fichtner, Hank Azaria, Danny Trejo, Henry Rollins and Jeremy Piven. Directed by Michael Mann.
This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 2024 film, Unstoppable. The film centers around the real life story of wrestler Anthony Robles (played by Jharrel Jerome), who was born with one leg and won a national championship in 2011 while competing at Arizona State University. The film also stars Jennifer Lopez, Don Cheadle, Bobby Cannavale, Michael Peña, and Mykelti Williamson.
Gold! There's gold in that thar desert! This week the fellas get gold fever in 1999's Three Kings, the gold standard for David O. Russell Gulf War films. Starring Geroge Clooney, Marky Mark (sans Funky Bunch) and Ice Cube, who were all paid in (ironically) silver dollars. Next week: an all-star cast! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at forscreenandcountry@gmail.com Full List: https://www.pastemagazine.com/movies/war-movies/the-100-greatest-war-movies-of-all-time Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/fsacpod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (https://instagram.com/its.mariah.xo) Three Kings stars George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg, Ice Cube, Spike Jonze, Nora Dunn, Jamie Kennedy, Cliff Curtis, Mykelti Williamson, Holt McCallany, Alia Shawkat, Judy Greer and Saïd Taghmaoui; directed by David O. Russell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oh it's on! One of the most iconic films of all time with an all star cast... Heat! Starring the greatest actors of most any generation, Will and Matt reflect on the improvisation, the brilliant writing, and the epic film from the brilliant Michael Mann.HEATdir. Michael Mannstarring: Robert DeNiro; Al Pacino; Val Kilmer
The final full season of 24 is done with and we are back once again to bring you a season recap on it to go over all the good, the bad and everything else that made the ‘New York Season' of 24 so memorable! Is it an improvement from last season? Is it filled with parts we didn't remember but liked? Is Colin going to come around on it? And should the series have ended with this season or are we glad we had more to come after this initial ending? All these massive questions are set to be answered as we give you one last taste of the eighth season of the show. That means one more chance to talk up Katee Sackhoff, Freddie Prinze Jr, Mykelti Williamson and everything around Renee that Ben may or may not like this time around! We then get all the other big moments together and find a way to rank five of them in our top five moments of the season, before switching gears and preparing ourselves to chat about the extremely underrated Season Nine! It's the most action packed way to close out another season of one of your favourite TV shows! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
THE WHEEL HAS SPOKEN - We continue 'Nic-Vember: Trapped In A Cage' (Nicolas Cage Month)! Next up: Con Air (1997) with Guest: Ben Mason Is it possible to talk about Con Air for 4 hours? Apparently. ✈️ Buckle up for Episode 159 of Hey, Did You See This One?, where we dive into the explosive action of Con Air (1997)! Join us and guest Ben Mason as we break down Nicolas Cage's iconic role, epic one-liners, and wild action scenes in this unforgettable '90s thrill ride. Don't miss the fun!
THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full podcast review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture With the release of Robert Zemeckis's latest film "Here," Josh Parham, Dan Bayer, and I are going back 30 years to look at the last time Zemeckis teamed with actors Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, and screenwriter Eric Roth, 1994's Oscar Best Picture winner, "Forrest Gump," also starring Gary Sinise, Mykelti Williamson, and Sally Field. Critically acclaimed upon release and a huge box-office hit that made it a pop-culture phenomenon, the film would go on to win six Academy Awards from thirteen nominations. How has its reputation fared today? Tune in as we discuss the writing, direction, performances, visual effects, political commentary, its awards season run, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for all your support, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“Satan has created the perfect killer. One who cannot be stopped. Be warned.” “The First Power is a 1990 American neo-noir horror film written and directed by Robert Resnikoff, and starring Lou Diamond Phillips, Tracy Griffith, Jeff Kober and Mykelti Williamson.” Show Links Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qwkpaM0qssc Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_First_Power Just Watch: https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/the-first-power Socials Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@moviewavepod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moviewavepod Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/moviewavepod/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/moviewavepod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@moviewavepod Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/moviewavepod Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/moviewavepod Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions.
Fight the power! The first power, that is. Yes folks, it's a film about Lou Diamond Phillips fighting a body-hopping demon... sort of? Nathan and Brendan try to wrap their minds around The First Power starring LDP in a ridiculous jacket and featuring the least organized stakeout in movie police history, people just barging into homes without reason, a horse outrunning a car, an amazing fight scene involving a bag lady and much more. Next week: an ill-advised sequel. What We've Been Watching: Wicked Little Letters Immaculate Patreon: www.patreon.com/wwttpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/wwttpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwttpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwttpodcast Theme Song recorded by Taylor Sheasgreen: www.facebook.com/themotorleague Logo designed by Mariah Lirette: www.instagram.com/its.mariah.xo Montrose Monkington III: www.twitter.com/montrosethe3rd The First Power stars Lou Diamond Phillips, Tracy Griffith, Jeff Kober, Dennis Lipscomb and Mykelti Williamson; directed by Robert Resnikoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“It's a bunch of dead-eyed, CW, catalog models…” - Andrew, on this cast of dead meats On this week's episode, the 2024 Halloween Spooktacular continues on the FOUR-OR MOVIE journey with the absolutely dreadful box office juggernaut, The Final Destination! How silly are all these 3D gags? Why did they cut the budget so harshly on this one, thus killing all their special effects? Why did the writers think the script needed that slur when you can already tell that the character is racist? And how in the world do you make one of these movies without the legendary Tony Todd? PLUS: Eric and Steve conjure the Bye Bye Man! The Final Destination stars Bobby Campo, Shantel VanSanten, Nick Zano, Haley Webb, Mykelti Williamson, Krista Allen, Andrew Fiscella, Stephanie Honoré, Lara Grice, Jackson Walker, Phil Austin, and Justin Welborn as Racist; directed by David Ellis. Be sure to head to our website for all ticketing information on our final shows of the year in Seattle, Portland (Oregon) & Boston where we're talking Harry and the Hendersons, The Goonies, and Pretty Woman respectively! And don't miss our worldwide digital event on October 23 where we're talking Scream 4! Can't make it the night of? The show has a 14-day replay window after the broadcast! Make the WHM Merch Store your one-stop shop for all your We Hate Movies merch-related needs! Including new Bus Movie, Night Vision & Too Old For This Shit designs! Original cover art by Felipe Sobreiro.
Join us on the hunt for a killer who can't be stopped.... so, he thinks. We take a walk down memory lane with this week's 1990 forgotten gem, The First Power. Written and Directed by Robert Resnikoff. Starting Bill Mosley... along with Lou Diamond Phillips, Jeff Kober, Mykelti Williamson and Tracy Griffith... as well as dang near the whole future cast of '24'!
On This week's Episode Will, Ian & Nora do a tight Michael Mann 170. They take a fair amount of time, but don't worry, they finish all plot points, develop characters, work their way from A to Z while making sure to fully explore and develop all characters and their relationships. All the women are well written, all characters have their place and make sense, and are never just pieces of plot or exposition. Oh and they mic up the guns..... No, actually they just talk about- HEAT (1995) 170 minutes. Rated R (available on Showtime) Directed by: Michael Mann. Starring: Al Pacino, Robert DeNiro, Val Kilmer, Tom Sizemore, Jon Voight, Diane Venora, Amy Brenneman, Natalie Portman, Dennis Haysbert, Danny Trejo, William Fichtner, We Studi, Mykelti Williamson, Ted Levine, Hank Azaria, Tom Noonan, Kevin Gage, Jeremy Piven And Many Other Talented People! 00:01:30- First Thoughts 00:09:30- Whatcha Been Watchin'? (Nora- One Crazy Summer, Valley Girl, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, The Perfect Couple. Ian- For Those About to Die, Sonny, NFL- Will- Trap.) 00:19:00- HEAT (1995) 00:22:30- Tasty Morsels 00:25:30- Rating/Review 00:59:00- Totals 01:00:50- From Will to the Listeners 01:02:00- Nora to Arizona 01:02:40- Next week.... It's just Ian, so WHO KNOWS! Patreon: patreon.com/THELastActionCritics Instagram: @TheLastActionCritics Twitter: @THE_Lastcritics email: Thelastactioncritics@gmail.com Next Week: something unexpected.......
For this "ReScreen" episode, Michael does a rewatch of the 1994 dramedy film "Forrest Gump" starring Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Gary Sinise, Mykelti Williamson, and Sally Field. What are some of his memories of seeing this film previously and thoughts after seeing the film again? Check it out and see! Be a part of the conversation! E-mail the show at screennerdspodcast@gmail.com Follow the show on Twitter @screennerdspod Like the show on Facebook (Search for Screen Nerds Podcast and find the page there) Follow the show on Instagram and Threads just search screennerdspodcast Check out the show on Bluesky just search screennerdspodcast Be sure to check out the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Goodpods, Overcast, Amazon Music or your podcast catcher of choice! (and please share rate and review!) Want to be a guest or share your thoughts on the podcast? Send me an e-mail! Thanks to Frankie Creel for the artwork
A woman's life changes forever when she decides to tell a secret that she's kept for 23 years. The first all-woman race car driving team in the Middle East is forced to find the center of gravity on and off the track. And a young boy makes waves in his family.STORIESRacing HaroldGlynn races a rival for the ultimate prize.Score and Sound Design by Pat Mesiti-MillerThe Secret Life of Katherine Ann PowerWhat happens when you decide to keep a secret for a really long time...And then, you decide to tell.To learn more about Katherine's experience, check out her book Doing Time: Papers from Framingham PrisonProduced by Adizah Eghan, original score by Renzo GorrioSpeed SistersMarah is the best racer on the Speed Sisters team--the first all-female racing collective in the Arab world. That is, until Betty joins the team.This story is a collaboration with Amber Fares, director of the documentary Speed Sisters. Produced by Eliza Smith, sound production by Leon MorimotoTranslation and voice over: Amber Fares, as Marah. Jazmin Aguilera, as Betty. Avery Trufelman, as Maysoon. Mark Ristich, as Marah's dad. Pat Mesiti-Miller, as Khaled.The Boy Who Made WavesJoe Blair is a pipe fitter in Iowa who writes in his spare time. He is the father of four, including one autistic son—Michael--who has been both a source of joy and a source of stress.This story was brought to us by Modern Love: the Podcast, a collaboration between The New York Times and WBUR Boston. It takes essays from the paper's popular Sunday column and matches them with top talent from the stage and screen. Mykelti Williamson, who played "Bubba" in Forrest Gump and most recently Gabriel in the Oscar-nominated film "Fences" reads Joe Blair's essay "For The Boy Who Makes Waves."For more incredible stories of modern Love, go visit the Modern Love website and subscribe to their podcast.Then check out Joe Blair's memoir, By The Iowa Sea, about the joys and sorrows of life on the great plains. And if you haven't already, go see Mykelti Williamson in Fences, directed by Denzel Washington. Original score by Pat Mesiti-MillerEpisode artwork by Teo DucotSeason 15 - Episode 30
Mykelti Williamson: Actor/Director, has worked constantly over the course of his 40 year career. He is best known for his roles in the films Forrest Gump (as Bubba), 12 Angry Men (1997), Con Air, and Ali, and the television shows Boomtown, 24, and Justified. In 2016, he portrayed Gabriel Maxson in Denzel Washington's acclaimed film adaptation of August Wilson's play Fences, reprising his role from the 2010 Broadway revival. Mykelti has also directed numerous episodes of television including the Law & Order franchise.
Diane and Sean discuss David O. Russell's Gulf War gold heist film, Three Kings. Episode music is, "I Just Want to Celebrate", written by Nick Zesses and Dino Fekaris, performed by Rare Earth.- Our theme song is by Brushy One String- Artwork by Marlaine LePage- Why Do We Own This DVD? Merch available at Teepublic- Follow the show on social media:- IG: @whydoweownthisdvd- Tumblr: WhyDoWeOwnThisDVD- Follow Sean's Plants on IG: @lookitmahplants- Watch Sean be bad at video games on TwitchSupport the Show.
RMR 0268: Join your hosts Bryan Frye, Dustin Melbardis, and Lizzy Haynes for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Lucky Number Slevin (2006) [R] Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller, Starring: Josh Hartnett, Bruce Willis, Lucy Liu, Morgan Freeman, Ben Kingsley, Michael Rubenfeld, Peter Outerbridge, Stanley Tucci, Kevin Chamberlin, Dorian Missick, Mykelti Williamson, Scott Gibson Director: Paul McGuigan Recorded on 2024-05-15
On this week's show, we continue our look at some movies of the legendary, Nicolas Cage. Next up, 1997's Con Air starring Nicolas Cage, John Malkovich, Ving Rhames, John Cusack, Mykelti Williamson, and Rachel Ticotin. Be sure to let us know what you think of the movie, and the podcast. Thanks and enjoy! ADAMSNERDS.COM
Diane and Sean discuss the very compelling Michael Mann heist action drama, Heat. Episode music is, "God Moving Over the Face of the Waters" by Moby, from the OST.- Our theme song is by Brushy One String- Artwork by Marlaine LePage- Why Do We Own This DVD? Merch available at Teepublic- Follow the show on social media:- Tumblr: WhyDoWeOwnThisDVD- Follow Sean's Plants on IG: @lookitmahplantsSupport the show
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