Podcast appearances and mentions of Paul Verhoeven

En los años 80, el futuro no era limpio ni perfecto… era oscuro, violento y lleno de sátira. En este episodio comenzamos nuestro especial de RoboCop, la película que mezcló acción, ciencia ficción y crítica social como pocas lo hicieron en su época.Hablamos del contexto en el que nació la cinta, de la visión de Paul Verhoeven y de cómo RoboCop (1987) nos presentó una versión brutal de Detroit, dominada por corporaciones, crimen y comerciales tan absurdos como inolvidables. Repasamos el origen de Alex Murphy, su transformación en el policía mitad hombre, mitad máquina, y por qué este personaje se convirtió en un ícono instantáneo del cine ochentero.Así que ajusta tu visor, escucha las órdenes del sistema y acompáñanos a revivir una película que definió cómo los 80 imaginaban el mañana.Escúchanos y miranos también por:Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spoti.fi/3efdibK⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3TBR7fY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3wQWUEO⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3wTDoaS⁠

If you support us on Patreon, you may know that we have been doing Aftershows weekly for many years. We are releasing Aftershows from the past (two years old) on Fridays for everyone's enjoyment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g95QMYQkiok Pack A Cup Aftershow Inspired by Helldivers 2, we discuss Paul Verhoeven's 1997 film Starship Troopers. Have our hosts' opinions changed after a rewatch? Listen and find out! If you have an idea for a game we can play in the Aftershow, email it to us at playeronepodcast@gmail.com! Thanks for your support!

This week Kieran, Paul and I tackle a solid gold classic from the 1980s. Yep, we're here to talk about Paul Verhoeven's satirical vision of the future of law enforcement. Part man. Part machine. All policeman. It's 1987's 'RoboCop'.

KeywordsRoboCop, Paul Verhoeven, 80s movies, film analysis, sci-fi, dystopian, casting, film production, cultural impact, sound designSummaryIn this episode, Ben and Jay delve into the iconic 1987 film RoboCop, exploring its production history, casting choices, and the challenges faced during filming. They discuss the film's themes of identity, corporate greed, and the militarization of police, as well as its cultural impact and legacy. The conversation highlights the innovative sound design and memorable characters, particularly the villains, while reflecting on the film's satirical take on society. The hosts conclude with personal reflections on the film's significance and their ratings.TakeawaysRoboCop is considered one of the greatest films of all time.The film was made on a modest budget of $13 million.Paul Verhoeven brought a unique European perspective to the film.The casting process was challenging, with many actors initially declining the role.The film's themes include identity loss and corporate greed.RoboCop's sound design played a crucial role in its success.The film's villains are memorable and well-developed.RoboCop's cultural impact is still felt today.The film was groundbreaking in its use of satire and social commentary.The legacy of RoboCop paved the way for future sci-fi films. Sound bites"They just couldn't find a director.""I give this film 10 out of 10.""This is absolutely an iconic film."Chapters00:00 Introduction to RoboCop03:55 The Development Journey of RoboCop06:58 Casting and Character Development09:53 Filming Challenges and Innovations13:01 Themes and Satire in RoboCop15:49 Cultural Impact and Legacy of RoboCop19:38 The Duality of Man and Machine22:47 Character Development and Villainy26:40 The Climax and Confrontation31:46 Cinematic Techniques and Impact35:11 Legacy and Remakes40:32 Robocop (1987) - Official Trailer

DeVaughn Taylor joins Mike to discuss two sleazy sci-fi horror cult classics, Richard Stanley's Hardware and Paul Verhoeven's Hollow Man! Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney.  Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and weekly bonus content on our Patreon! www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror  Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com  Buy tickets for our UPCOMING SCREENINGS & EVENTS Buy yourself some brand new EOH MERCH! Email us!  Follow EOH on INSTAGRAM Like EOH on FACEBOOK Join the EOH DISCUSSION GROUP Join the EOH DISCORD Follow EOH on LETTERBOXD  

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This week we kick off our newest miniseries: NEO NOIR MANICS. First up is the classic 1992 Paul Verhoeven directed BASIC INSTINCT.  Erotic thriller master Michael Douglas (along with his awful v-neck sweater) teams up with Sharon Stone to deliver one of the 90's most controversial films Intro:                    “Necromaniacs” – Mike Hill Outro:                 “Paint It Black”– W.A.S.P.

“We're doing our part” Join Ian, Liam, Megs & Kev for our 315th episode as we suit up, grab the propaganda reel, and drop feet-first into Paul Verhoeven's gloriously misunderstood sci-fi satire Starship Troopers (1997). It's bugs, blood, and bare-faced ideology this week as we try to work out whether this film knew exactly what it was doing all along. Do you want to know more? This week we discuss: The tone problem (or lack thereof) — is Starship Troopers a dumb action movie, a razor-sharp satire, or both at the same time? Paul Verhoeven's intent — does the film critique fascism so hard that some audiences miss the joke entirely? The performances — intentionally wooden propaganda archetypes, or just bad acting elevated by context? The aesthetics of fascism — uniforms, slogans, and spectacle. Why does the film make authoritarianism look so seductive? Ian breaks down the film's satirical mechanics — how exaggeration, repetition, and irony do the heavy lifting. Liam explores audience reception — why the film was misunderstood on release and reclaimed years later. Megs looks at gender and violence — equal-opportunity brutality, shower scenes, and the illusion of empowerment. Kev weighs in on the action — but don't get him started on the never-ending rounds of bullets The enemy — are the Arachnids monsters, victims, or an invented threat to justify endless war? The propaganda interstitials — world-building masterstrokes or narrative interruptions? Synthia joins us for The Endgame — helping us unpack the film's legacy, its political bite, and why it feels even more relevant now than it did in 1997. The ending — triumphant, horrifying, or both? What are we actually meant to cheer for? And finally, whether Starship Troopers is the Best Film Ever — or one of the smartest films ever disguised as a stupid one. Become a Patron of this podcast and support the BFE at https://www.patreon.com/BFE We are extremely thankful to our following Patrons for their most generous support: Juleen from It Goes Down In The PM Hermes Auslander James DeGuzman Synthia Shai Bergerfroind Ariannah Who Loves BFE The Most Andy Dickson Chris Pedersen Duane Smith (Duane Smith!) Randal Silva Nate The Great Rev Bruce Cheezy (with a fish on a bike) Richard Ryan Kuketz Dirk Diggler Stew from the Stew World Order podcast NorfolkDomus John Humphrey's Right Foot Timmy Tim Tim Aashrey Paul Komoroski Buy some BFE merch at https://my-store-b4e4d4.creator-spring.com/. Massive thanks to Lex Van Den Berghe for the use of Mistake by Luckydog. Catch more from Lex's new band, The Maids of Honor, at https://soundcloud.com/themaidsofhonor Also, massive thanks to Moonlight Social for our age game theme song. You can catch more from them at https://www.moonlightsocialmusic.com/

This week on Better Than Average, Chris and Jay dive headfirst into Paul Verhoeven's 1990 sci-fi classic Total Recall. We break down the film's unforgettable action, practical effects, mutant side characters, and the eternal question: was it all real… or wasn't it?Along the way, we also squeeze in the usual MMA and BJJ chat, covering training updates, fight talk, and whatever else is rattling around in our heads before inevitably circling back to Mars.From Schwarzenegger one-liners to Martian politics, implanted memories, and explosive set pieces, we revisit why this film still holds up — and where it goes completely off the rails in the best possible way.Strap in, grab some oxygen, and get ready for a nostalgia-fuelled deep dive — it's Better Than Average.

When the War College students start pranking the Starfleet cadets, the adults in charge only add fuel to their fire. But after Darem fumbles as team captain and Caleb and Tarima get closer, the cadets end the prank war with only a little bit of lab-grown eye trauma. What do we not universally want to know? When is a backwards basketball shot required? Which movie will not be mined for drops? It's the episode with a Paul Verhoeven shot.Support the production of Greatest TrekGet a thing at podshop.biz!Sign up for our mailing list!Greatest Trek is produced by Wynde PriddySocial media is managed by Rob Adler and Bill TilleyMusic by Adam RaguseaFriends of DeSoto for: Labor | Democracy | JusticeDiscuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestTrek and find us on social media:YouTube | Facebook | X | Instagram | TikTok | Mastodon | Bluesky | ThreadsAnd check out these online communities run by FODs: Reddit | USS Hood Discord | Facebook group | Wikia | FriendsOfDeSoto.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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If you have never seen the original Robocop STOP!  Go and watch it and then come back to us. *YOU HAVE 20 SECONDS TO COMPLY*Tim and Andrew take a deep dive into one the greatest Sci-Fi films ever made. Paul Verhoeven's Robocop is a violent look into a future when corporations care more about profit than the people working for them.... some might say that future is now???This was a lost treasure for us and we're stoked that we could spend an afternoon reliving it with you.Send your Negligent Discharge to Licence to Podcast on Facebook, X and Instagram or email hello@licencetopodcast.comPS: If you enjoy our ramblings please give as a five-star rating and a review on the podcast app of your preference.*YOU HAVE 15 SECONDS TO COMPLY!*

A lo largo de las dos últimas temporadas en algunos programas principales de Criterio Cero habéis podido escuchar en las pausas una sección llamada Películas que nunca se hicieron. No debe hacer mucha falta explicar de qué iba, su nombre lo dice todo, ¿no? Pues en este programa os recopilamos todas esas entregas hasta la fecha, entre las cuales encontraréis la película sobre Las Cruzadas de Paul Verhoeven y Arnold Schwarzenegger, la Gladiator II con guión de Nick Cave, los intentos de Universal de rescatar a La Momia antes de las películas de Brendan Fraser, la Justice League de George Miller, todos los intentos de devolver al cine al hombre murciélago entre Batman y Robin y Batman Begins, el Superman de Tim Burton y Nicolas Cage, el Gambito de Chaning Tatum, el Spiderman de James Cameron y Leonardo Di Caprio o los guiones no filmados de los Episodios VII y IX de Star Wars. Por supuesto, esto es un volumen 1 pues a partir de ahora iréis encontrando en futuros programas esta sección y cuando haya un suficientes producidos, los recogeremos en el volumen 2.... El culpable tras este sin dios, Salva Vargas. Este programa cuenta con la producción ejecutiva de nuestr@s mecenas, l@s grandes, l@s únicos Kamy, Lobo Columbus, Enfermera en Mordor, Javier Ramírez, La Casa del Acantilado, Shinyoru, Lestat, Kal-el__80, Cohaggen, Elena Gómez, Olgafies, José Ángel Sanz, Rudy Ayose, Miguel García, Ian Pérez, Ed Salas, Mario López, Miguel Ángel. ¿Quieres ayudarnos a seguir mejorando y creciendo? Pues tienes varias opciones para ello. Dándole Me gusta o Like a este programa. Por supuesto estando suscrito para no perderte ninguno de los próximos episodios, y ya para rematar la faena, compartiendo el podcast con tus amigos en redes sociales y hablando a todo el que te cruce en la calle de nosotros…. Y todo esto encima, GRATIS!!! Y si ya nos quieres mucho, mucho, mucho y te sobra la pasta…. Puedes hacerlo económicamente de varias formas: Apoyo en iVoox: En el botón APOYAR de nuestro canal de iVoox y desde 1,49€ al mes: https://acortar.link/emR6gd Invitándonos a una birra en Ko-Fi: por solo 2€ nos puedes apoyar en: https://ko-fi.com/criterioceropodcast Patreon: por sólo 3€ al mes en: https://patreon.com/CriterioCeroPodcast PayPal: mediante una donación a criterioceropodcast@gmail.com También nos podéis ayudar económicamente de forma indirecta si tenéis pensado suscribiros a las modalidades Premium o Plus de iVoox al hacerlo desde estos enlaces: Premium Anual: https://acortar.link/qhUhCz Premium Mensual: https://acortar.link/gbQ4mp iVoox Plus Mensual: https://acortar.link/y7SDmV Con cada rupia que nos llegue sufragamos los costes del programa al mes, invertiremos en mejorar los equipos y por supuesto, nos daremos algún que otro capricho . Las recompensas por apoyarnos se explican en nuestro blog: https://criterioceropodcast.blogspot.com/2023/08/quieres-ayudar-criterio-cero-mejorar.html También puedes hacerte con algo de merchandising de Criterio Cero. Camisetas, Sudaderas, tazas o mochilas en el siguiente enlace: https://www.latostadora.com/shop/criteriocero/?shop_trk Y Criterio Cero no acaba ya en el audio, ahora también nos tenéis en vídeo: En Twitch hacemos directos de Criterio En Serie: https://www.twitch.tv/criteriocero En YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@criteriocero Y también puedes seguirnos en nuestras diferentes redes sociales: En Telegram en nuestro grupo: https://t.me/criteriocerogrupo En Facebook en nuestro grupo: https://www.facebook.com/groups/630098904718786 Y en la página: https://www.facebook.com/criterioceropodcast ✖️ En X (el difunto Twitter) como @criteriocero En Instagram como criterioceropodcast En TikTok como criteriocero ✉️ Para ponerte en contacto con nosotros al correo criterioceropodcast@gmail.com De paso aprovechamos para recomendaros podcasts que no debéis perderos: Hudson´s Podcast, Puede ser una charla más, Luces en el horizonte, La Catedral Atroz, La guarida del Sith, Crónicas de Nantucket, Más que cine de los 80, Fílmico, Tiempos de Videoclub, Sector Gaming , El Dátil de ET, La Casa del Acantilado, Kiosko Chispas, Just Live it, Filmotecast, La Tetera, Fuera de continuidad, Campamento Krypton, La órbita de Endor, Archivo007, El bastón de Chaplin

Hello, All! We're back at with movie episode after taking a wee break from them. During that time, we filled your ears with Kickstarts every Monday (Sundays from time to time) and commentaries of movies that Tubi chose for us! (1 or 2 were a good time, and the rest were beyond suspect.) We hope you all enjoyed them! We'll have some one-offs the rest of January, and we're starting it off with Paul Verhoeven's 1987 classic satirical science fiction actioner Robocop starring Peter Weller, Nancy Allen, Kurtwood Smith, Miguel Ferrer, and Ronny Cox. And, of course, the master Rob Bottin and his always amazing bag of mindboggling tricks. From IMDB: In a violent future in Old Detroit, murdered police officer Alex Murphy is resurrected as RoboCop, a powerful cyborg law enforcer. As he fights crime, he begins to recover memories of his past and seeks revenge on the gang who killed him. ENJOY! Love and Rockets, Corey and Joseph ------------------ If you'd like to show your support for members of WGA, SAG, IATSE, as well as other workers in the entertainment industry, please take a look at the link below and maybe make a donation: Entertainment Community Fund https://entertainmentcommunity.org/support-our-work ------------------ As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resources for North America: United States  https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ The Suicide Hotline phone number has been changed. Now, just text or call 988. Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566 Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you. Be mindful of your surroundings. Karate in the Garage Linkages 

In this celebratory 200th episode of Bloodhaus, hosts Joshua Conkel and Drusilla reflect on their journey through arthouse horror films. They delve into the thematic exploration of nuns in cinema, focusing on Paul Verhoeven's 'Benedetta' before switching to discuss the low brow effort that is 'The Nun'. Benedetta is a 2021 biographical psychological drama film co-written and directed by Paul Verhoeven, starring Virginie Efira as Benedetta Carlini, a nun in the 17th century who joins an Italian convent while a young child and later has a lesbian love affair with another nun, while seeing religious visions.[4][5]The Nun is a 2018 American gothic supernatural horror film directed by Corin Hardy and written by Gary Dauberman, from a story by Dauberman and James Wan. It serves as a spiritual spin-off to The Conjuring 2 and is the fifth installment in The Conjuring shared universe. The film stars Taissa Farmiga, Demián Bichir and Jonas Bloquet, with Bonnie Aarons reprising her role as the Demon Nun, an incarnation of Valak, from The Conjuring 2. The plot follows a Roman Catholic priest and a nun in her novitiate as they uncover an unholy secret in 1952 Romania. It has a sequel, The Nun II, released in 2023.NEXT WEEK: Thirst (2009)Bloodhaus:https://www.bloodhauspod.com/https://www.instagram.com/bloodhauspod/https://letterboxd.com/bloodhaus/Drusilla Adeline:https://www.sisterhydedesign.com/https://letterboxd.com/sisterhyde/https://www.instagram.com/sister__hyde/Joshua Conkelhttps://www.joshuaconkel.com/https://www.instagram.com/joshua_conkel/https://letterboxd.com/JoshuaConkel/

Johnny Rico finds himself involved in a deadly interstellar war when Earth is threatened by an alien species known as the Arachnids. In this fight for survival, the only good bug is a dead bug! Michael and Eric--with returning special guest Cameron--saddle up for Starship Troopers (1997), directed by Paul Verhoeven.   Follow Aflixionados Podcast on social media for extended conversations, interesting tidbits, and other news!! Linktree | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Merch   0:00 - Opener 5:40 - Main Topic 18:48 - Differences to the Novel 25:34 - Jump Ball 27:56 - Mobile Infantry 35:28 - Klendathu 44:31 - The Roughnecks 56:19 - Whiskey Outpost 1:02:46 - Brain Bug 1:10:25 - Wrap-up

Our S&xMas episode looks at two provocative, controversial, and not very sex-positive works made by aging auteurs after a long hiatus, Stanley Kubrick's Eyes Wide Shut (1999) and Paul Verhoeven's Elle (2016). Join us as we trace Tom Cruise's all-American odyssey of sexual paranoia and Isabelle Huppert's very European journey away from sex with men, asking such important questions as "Is Paul Verhoeven the most masochistic male feminist director?" and "Is there a significance to Christmas in these movies beyond irony?" And in Fear and Moviegoing in Toronto, just one Naruse, Wife (1953), another uninspiring look at marriage that extends a surprising amount of sympathy toward Ken Uehara, the Japanese George Brent. Is there a significance to covering these movies in our Christmas episode beyond irony? Listen and find out! Time Codes: 0h 00m 25s:    EYES WIDE SHUT (1999) [dir. Stanley Kubrick] 0h 25m 30s:    ELLE (2016) [dir. Paul Verhoeven] 0h 47m 34s:    Fear and Moviegoing in Toronto – Mikio Naruse's Wife (1953) 0h 51m 36s:    ELLE (2016) returns!  +++ * Listen to our guest episode on The Criterion Project – a discussion of Late Spring * Marvel at our meticulously ridiculous Complete Viewing Schedule for the 2020s * Intro Song: "Sunday" by Jean Goldkette Orchestra with the Keller Sisters (courtesy of The Internet Archive) * Read Elise's piece on Gangs of New York – "Making America Strange Again" * Check out Dave's Robert Benchley blog – an attempt to annotate and reflect upon as many of the master humorist's 2000+ pieces as he can locate – Benchley Data: A Wayward Annotation Project!  Follow us on Twitter at @therebuggy Write to us at therebuggy@gmail.com We now have a Discord server - just drop us a line if you'd like to join! 

Welcome to another episode of Death Don't Do Fiction, the AIPT Movies podcast! The podcast about the enduring legacy of our favorite movies! It's November, so that means it's time for our “Xenovember” series, where we cover movies from another world! In this week's episode, Alex, Tim, and guest Chrissy Kurpeski discuss one of cinema's most infamous sequels, 1991's Highlander II: The Quickening!Competitive bullet wound counting! Corporate greed! Ozone layer fears of the 90s! Excessive use of a dam in Argentina! Giant fans! Set in the exotic future of 2024! Bald men speaking telekinetically maybe! A train decapitation! A dummy being tossed out of a window! Unexpected punishment for wanting to smoke! Sudden bagpipes! A Pretty Woman-style tailoring montage! Plentiful bone cracking sound effects! Music from the band Queen! Amazing scene transitions! An incredibly destructive Quickening! An iconic walking-out-of-flames shot! Reckless train driving! A violent board meeting! Unnecessary mistreatment of a cab driver! Public oxygen machines! A psychic cook! A terrifying airline safety video! Fantastic steampunky-future designs and sets, with fun, although-dated special effects! A cast that includes Christopher Lambert doing a creepy old man voice, an underused Virginia Madsen, Dr. Cox from Scrubs, Sean Connery either having a blast or making a fool out of himself, and Michael Ironside playing a character so over the top evil that he's named after a sword! Director Russell Mulcahy going all out for better or worse! All that and more in this sequel that takes more big swings than the ending of Signs and was such a dramatic departure from the original film that they released a new version of the movie in an attempt to make people forget the theatrical cut ever existed! Are they aliens or ancient humans? We may never know!In addition, Chrissy shares her spoiler-free thoughts on In the Mouth of Madness, Alex does the same for the 2025 I Know What You Did Last Summer requel, Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein, and Edgar Wright's The Running Man. Also, Tim and Alex went to see Predator: Badlands!You can find Death Don't Do Fiction on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!The Death Don't Do Fiction podcast brings you the latest in movie news, reviews, and more! Hosted by supposed “industry vets,” Alex Harris and Tim Gardiner, the show gives you a peek behind the scenes from two filmmakers with oddly nonexistent filmographies. You can find Alex on Twitter, Bluesky, or Letterboxd @actionharris. This episode's guest, Chrissy Kurpeski, can be found on Instagram @absolutelyicebox or Letterboxd @farthouseflix. Tim can't be found on social media because he doesn't exist. If you have any questions or suggestions for the Death Don't Do Fiction crew, they can be reached at aiptmoviespod@gmail.com, or you can find them on Twitter or Instagram @aiptmoviespod.Theme song is “We Got it Goin On” by Cobra Man.

Our pop culture has become insipid. What is the difference between Tom Cruise and Glen Powell? Tom Cruise has darkness within him. Watching him is thrilling because you can see him struggling to contain it. Glen Powell looks at every moment like he's about to turn to the camera, wink, and try to sell you a protein powder so you can get as ripped as him. Jessa and Nico discuss the problems of Running Man (which are problems about a lack of real darkness), why Edgar Wright can never be Paul Verhoeven, and why our dark times deserve dark artists.  Shownotes and references: http://theculturewedeserve.substack.com

Screen Drafts veterans Darren Franich (The Draftland Scene), Louis Peitzman (Vulture, Chasing Amy Adams) and Jordan Crucchiola (Feeling Seen), lay siege to the Draft Table for an epic collaborative / competitive ranking of all 17 feature films directed by the Danish legend PAUL VERHOEVEN! Get ad-free Drafts and tons of monthly bonus episodes by becoming a Screen Drafts Booster! Visit www.patreon.com/screendrafts to join the club!

This episode Mark and Lesley have watched and review the 1997 movie "Starship Troopers" Directed by Paul Verhoeven. Is it just a dumb sci fi action movie? or is there another meaning behind the bugs and soldiers? Track: "1980S" Music supplied by https://slip.stream Download / Stream for free: https://get.slip.stream/9HRYCP Follow us on Bluesky (@crystalmythpodcast.bsky.social), X (@podcast_myth), or Facebook. Please leave us a review on your podcast platform, subscribe, and help share the Crystal Myth!If you want to contact us by email it's crystalmythpodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textSPECIAL NOTE: SEASON 15 OF THE GOOD, THE POD AND THE UGLY CELEBRATES THE USE OF THE PRACTICAL AND DIGITAL EFFECT KNOWN AS THE SQUIB. IRL GUN VIOLENCE IS INTOLERABLE AND RENOUNCED BUT... CINEMATIC VIOLENCE WILL BE CELEBRATED IN A WAY THAT WILL DISTURB SOME LISTENERS.   TGTPTU books its final perp in the 20-movie-long shooting spree of Season 15 – Squib Games with—dead or alive, you're coming with me—ROBOCOP (1987), a pod favorite.   Like last week's film Walker (played by Ed Harris and not Peter Weller), this week's movie concerns a man caught up in the machinery of his time, except Officer Alex Murphy (played by Peter Weller and not Ed Harris) is a character at least moderately sympathetic, despite his chosen profession. Similarly but instead of returning to the past to satire the violence of American imperialism, this week's feature directed by Paul Verhoeven (his first American film) occurs in the Reagan-esque future of the 1990s to satire the violence of American corporatism. And while the commonalities between this season's final pairing continue, the word count for these show notes is limited.   Jack is out this week. Filling his guest host spot is pod regular Erik W. Van Der Wolf from the Blood and Popcorn podcast.    This ep—while host Ken reveals the origin of his large-frame eyeglasses fetish, host Thomas introduces his replacement for regulating future seasons' discussions, and host Ryan does research and independently comes to the wrong conclusion that RoboCop's action scenes aren't very good—guest Erik weighs in on matters of substance and industry with a slide deck and laser light/hologram show and talking points on how modern filmmaking trends might get in the way of the “lightning in a bottle” confluence of unexpected events that creates an amazing film like Verhoeven's RoboCop and likely prevents another good RoboCop today, a problem not just of franchises but of the modern movie condition of IP and rebootquels. The 3D animation between slides is remarkable; the interactive hologram of Erik as a helmetless RoboCop, Ken as Cain, Ryan as the jetpack, and Thomas as the toxic sludge kill are all mind-blowing. Unfortunate that this is an audio medium. And there are licensing issues. And lawyers.   A special thanks segment and a limited version of our end-of-season film rankings conclude the episode. Also, Season 16's director is announced.  I'd buy that for a dollar!   (The revivified, cybernetic remains of SF legend Harlan Ellison approach with hand extended to accept your dollar.)    ((Post-postscript: There will be two more eps released this season (and calendar year) as i. sometimes you've got to sing for your dinner and ii. our three unwise men will finally be putting the Christ back into Christmas with 2025's Winter Holidays episode.))   THEME SONG BY: WEIRD A.I.Email: thegoodthepodandtheugly@gmail.comFacebook: https://m.facebook.com/TGTPTUInstagram: https://instagram.com/thegoodthepodandtheugly?igshid=um92md09kjg0Bluesky: @goodpodugly.bsky.socialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6mI2plrgJu-TB95bbJCW-gLetterboxd (follow us!):Podcast: goodpoduglyKen: Ken KoralRyan: Ryan Tobias

Content warning for this episode: the movie Showgirls is rated NC-17 and includes nudity, depictions of sex, sex work, and on a more triggering note, graphic depictions of sexual assault, violence, and rape. Please listen at your own discretion. Links mentioned:Metrosexual by AmanditititaAlyssa Edward Speaks on Tom Hanks John Early, Cole Escola, Kate Berlant recreate audition scene Send us a textSWAMP stuff:TikTok: @theswamppodcastInstagram: @theswamppodBluesky: @theswamppodcast.bsky.socialYouTubeDara's Letterboxd Emily's Letterboxd Our website: https://www.the-swamp-podcast.com/Email: theswamppod@gmail.com

You can now text us anonymously to leave feedback, suggest future content or simply hurl abuse at us. We'll read out any texts we receive on the show. Click here to try it out!Starship Troopers (1997): Would you like to know more?We're suiting up for Paul Verhoeven's gloriously un-subtle space satire—where propaganda pops like bubblegum, the bugs aren't the dumb ones, and “service guarantees citizenship.” We talk giant arachnids, bigger egos, and why so many people somehow missed the joke.What we coverThe Federal Network effect: recruitment ads, newsreels, and how the film weaponises UI/UX to sell fascism with a smile.Rico's journey: classroom ideology → boot-camp brutality → battlefield meat grinder (medic!… too late).Co-ed everything: showers, squads, and the film's on-purpose glossy, soap-opera casting.Verhoeven's satire dialled to 11: why it's meant to be pretty and brain-dead—and why that still stings today.Effects that hold up: Tippett's creature work + 1997 CGI that still rips (and rips people in half).The brain bug finale: “It's afraid.” Why that triumphant cheer is the darkest punchline.Book vs film: Heinlein's straight-faced militarism vs Verhoeven's neon-lit mockery.Why this episode?Because it's a perfect “did you get it?” movie—one that works as a pulpy bug-hunt and as a razor-sharp critique. We go deep but keep it rowdy: football flips, knife tricks, Ironside growls, and the most cursed workplace shower chat in cinema.“If you mistake the recruitment ad for the message… congratulations, trooper—you're already enlisted.”

Movie reviews #55Eight movies today, can you believe it.1 (Brewster Mcloud 1970) Very early Robert Altman film here where the amazing Margret Hamilton plays a racist jerk. Another early 70's offering that's quite trippy and political 2 (Three sisters 1970) A hard to watch production of an Anton Chekhov novel, I may have slept through this in high school. It is cool to me only because It stars the Grandma mechanic from (I love you to death),3 (Legend of Boggy Creek 1972) Tagline, Rated G Hick, Bigfoot movie, barely.4 (Man who fell to Earth 1976) Rip Torn, Buck Henry, and Candy Clark star in this sci if classic, that we should all see in the theater once. Almost forgot about the guy who wants the baby in Labyrinth, he's here too. JK fam Bowie's cool (rest in space).5 (Sammy 1977) These Jesus films crack me up as a recovering Catholic it always amuses me, among other things. This one got a theatrical release. please listen to hear how much money it made opening weekend, I believe it will put a smile on yer face. 6 (Soldier of Orange 1977) Our first Paul Verhoeven film. I remember this being very good, but not much else. the guy who wants “more life, fucker.” In Blade Runner is young and joins the Dutch resistance.7 (Yesterdays Child 1977) This made for tv movie is deliciously bizarre. Starring the mom of the Partridge family and the General from Planet of the Apes 5.8 (Dummy 1979) Worf's human brother, Geordie La'Forge, and the dip shit cop who goes after John Jay Rambo and doesn't bring a bunch O body bags, star in this rad film about tryin to fight Ableism in the halls of justice. Thanks for listening.

BITCHES LEAVE! The boys break down the filmography of one of Jacob's heroes: the Mad Dutchman himself, Paul Verhoeven. How many Facemelters does one man have in his body of work? We're not sure, but we'd certainly buy them all for a dollar!

Le réalisateur Jan Kounen vient présenter L'Homme qui Rétrécit sur notre notre podcast. Hors-Norme Après Paul Verhoeven et Marc Caro, notre émission reçoit son troisième réalisateur depuis le début de cette sixième saison . Jan Kounen nous a fait le plaisir de venir présenter et expliquer les dessous de son Homme qui Rétrécit. Cette deuxième adaptation de Richard Matheson met en scène un Jean Dujardin bloqué dans sa cave alors que son corps ne cesse de rétrécir. Jan Kounen revient sur l'importance des trucages visuels pour arriver à créer cette échelle minuscule en utilisant les VFX le moins possible. Le cinéaste de Doberman et 99 Francs évoque également son lien avec Jean Dujardin et son arrivé sur ce projet très ambitieux ou il a fallu réaliser le film le plus vite possible pour des questions contractuelles avec La Paramount. Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Paul Verhoeven is officially a Born to Watch legend, but this week the boys go deep into his most infamous film to find out if Showgirls (1995) deserves a spot at the top of the Rank Bank or belongs buried under a mountain of glitter and regret. The Showgirls (1995) Review will be a lot of fun.From the moment Nomi Malone hitchhikes into Las Vegas with dreams of stardom and a suitcase full of questionable choices, Verhoeven's neon-soaked disaster invites every kind of reaction. Whitey, G-Man and Damo rip through the plot with their trademark mix of outrage and disbelief, tackling everything from Elizabeth Berkeley's career-ending performance to Kyle MacLachlan's slippery pool scene that's become cinematic legend for all the wrong reasons.Was Showgirls ever meant to be serious? Could it have worked as a satire? The crew debates whether Verhoeven's direction and Joe Eszterhas's ludicrous script are misunderstood genius or just cinematic malpractice. Damo argues that it's a "full mind-body spiritual experience," while Whitey insists it's “a masterpiece of shit." G-Man tries to stay objective, but even he can't defend dialogue this wooden or acting this drenched in baby oil.The team delves into the film's troubled production history, including Berkeley's disastrous fallout from Saved by the Bell, Verhoeven's later confession that he pushed her into cartoonish exaggeration, and Kyle MacLachlan's stunned reaction at the premiere: "I was absolutely gobsmacked." They explore how Showgirls was panned on release, only to rise again as a cult classic, the sort of “so-bad-it's-good” masterpiece that packs midnight screenings and inspires drag-queen tributes around the world.No Born to Watch review would be complete without the Snorbs Report, and this week it's a full-length epic. From the film's Razzie nominations to its $100 million home-video redemption, the boys chronicle how Showgirls became both an artistic failure and a commercial success. There's trivia about its banned trailer, its notorious NC-17 rating, and Verhoeven's history of pushing boundaries, from Basic Instinct to Starship Troopers.In true Born to Watch fashion, the lads discover a few accidental highlights: Gina Gershon's camp brilliance, the hilariously terrible fight choreography, and Robert Davi's unforgettable line delivery that cements his place in movie-villain history. They even crown Showgirls the global champion of "wank-per-capita cinema", a category no one asked for but everyone understands.By the end, they decide Showgirls is a film that must be seen to be believed. It's equal parts erotic thriller, unintentional comedy, and cautionary tale about a tragic career. Whether you love it, hate it, or just can't look away, Showgirls remains a cinematic experience unlike anything else.JOIN THE CONVERSATIONWas Showgirls a misunderstood genius or glorious trash?Is Nomi Malone the most unlikeable lead in movie history? Did Verhoeven create art, or just soft-core chaos in heels?Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods.Drop us a voicemail at BornToWatch.com.au and tell us where this one ranks in your guilty pleasures.#Showgirls1995Review #BornToWatch #MoviePodcast #PaulVerhoeven #ElizabethBerkeley #CultClassic #SnobsReport #90sMovies #FilmReview #VegasNights

This is a special one. First of all, we welcome someone we have looked up to for a long time, a true hero speaking truth to power and calling out the stakes of this moment with clarity and passion: New York Times contributor and prolific voice on TikTok and YouTube, the one and only Jamelle Bouie! AND, he picked one of the biggest movies we've ever covered on the podcast, Paul Verhoeven's 1987 satirical sci-fi masterpiece, RoboCop. I'D BUY THAT FOR A DOLLAR!Chapters Introduction (00:00:00) Hatch News (00:21:22) RoboCop Roundtable (00:24:16) Your Letters (01:21:16) Notes and Links Check out Escape Hatch Merch! Our all new collection of swag is available now and every order includes a free Cameo style shoutout from Haitch or Jason. Browse our collection now. Join the Escape Hatch Discord Server! Hang out with Haitch, Jason, and other friends of the pod. Check out the invite here. Escape Hatch is a TAPEDECK Podcasts Jawn! Escape Hatch is a member of TAPEDECK Podcasts, alongside: 70mm (a podcast for film lovers), Bat & Spider (low rent horror and exploitation films), The Letterboxd Show (Official Podcast from Letterboxd), Cinenauts (exploring the Criterion Collection), Lost Light (Transformers, wrestling, and more), and Will Run For (obsessed with running). Check these pods out!. See the movies we've watched and are going to watch on Letterboxd Escape Hatch's Breaking Dune News Twitter list Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@escapehatchpod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211. Follow @escapehatchpod on Bluesky,Instagram, and TikTok. Music by Scott Fritz and Who'z the Boss Music. Cover art by ctcher. Edited and produced by Haitch. Escape Hatch is a production of Haitch Industries.

Paul Verhoeven's adaptation of Heinlein's classic novel divided critics at the time as many found the satire to be indistinguishable from endorsement, but its antifascist subtext plays a bit different in 2025. In episode 360, join Luke Elliott and James Bailey as they compare the film to Helldivers II, try to find the line between satire and approval, recount some surprising behind-the-scenes stories, and finally cast their votes on which version is better: the book or the movie? Pickup any of the novels they've covered at the Ink to Film Bookshop! https://bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Support Ink to Film on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! https://www.patreon.com/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Familiar Faces video Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Social Media: https://www.lukeelliottauthor.com/social Writing: https://www.lukeelliottauthor.com/publications James Bailey Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jamebail.bsky.social IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

It's Fall Verhoeven on Rogues Gallery! Our retrospective of Paul Verhoeven's work is winding down, and we're capping it off with a trip to Mars in his 1990 action/sci-fi fever dream Total Recall.  Join us as we dig into the chaotic production history, break down the wild practical effects, and debate whether or not this is all real or just an implanted fantasy. Get ready for some open-your-mind weirdness because we've got a lot of thoughts about this one. Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Facebook | Instagram Chris's Instagram | Kristen's Instagram Chris & Kristen's Web Series: The Strange Case of Lucy Chandler

Keeping secrets...In the shadows... Or something more descriptive/funny/entertaining, etc. This film is the very definition of "twisty-turny", full of characters waiting to double-cross or double-cross those double-crossers. Maybe the twistiest, turniest film we've ever covered. More so than WILD THINGS. A very serious film about the Dutch Resistance fighters during the Second World War made by Paul Verhoeven.BLACK BOOK marked his departure from Hollywood and a return to Holland since making THE FOURTH MAN. This is a very accomplished film by a very accomplished filmmaker and is well worth a watch or two to get all the little details he put in there. Sit back and strap in for a 2.5-hour ride (don't worry, this episode is only 50 minutes).

Showgirls stars Elizabeth Berkley as a Vegas dancer trying to move up from a seedy club to a glamorous hotel show. Paul Verhoeven's NC-17 movie was a notorious flop, but it is now considered a camp classic and a window into a moment of moral panic. Showgirls turns 30 this year, so today we're revisiting our conversation about the film.Follow Pop Culture Happy Hour on Letterboxd at letterboxd.com/nprpopcultureLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Often called the "Dean of Science Fiction Writers,” Robert A. Heinlein is considered one of the “Big Three” of English-language classic science fiction, but why isn't he read more today? In episode 359, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they explore Heinlein's complex legacy of shifting political philosophy, grapple with an explicitly militaristic yet utopian vision of the future, trace the origins of power armor, and lay the groundwork for their comparison next week with the Paul Verhoeven's memorable adaptation. Pickup any of the novels they've covered at the Ink to Film Bookshop! https://bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Support Ink to Film on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! https://www.patreon.com/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Familiar Faces video Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Social Media: https://www.lukeelliottauthor.com/social Writing: https://www.lukeelliottauthor.com/publications James Bailey Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jamebail.bsky.social IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Drew Burriss of The More You Nerd is back on the show to talk about the 1997 Paul Verhoeven film Starship Troopers. Travis had never seen it before, so it's time to fix that. Based on the book by Robert Heinlein, it's a look at a distopian future where humans are at war with Arachnids in a fight for survival. Or is it a satirical takedown of an overly militaristic and fascist society? And is the CGI used for the bugs even any good after nearly 30 years? Let's find out...Check out The More You Nerd and Cosmic Crit at https://themoreyounerd.com/ and https://cosmiccrit.com/Thanks go out to Audie Norman (@TheAudieNorman) for the album art. Outro music In Pursuit provided by Purple-Planet.comSupport the show by going to patreon.com/wyhsVisit tvstravis.com for more shows and projects from TVsTravis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of Unclear and Present Danger, Jamelle and John watched Paul Verhoeven's 1997 science-fiction action thriller Starship Troopers, starring Casper Van Dien, Dina Meyers, Denise Richards, Jake Busey, Neil Patrick Harris, Michael Ironside and Clancy Brown. An adaptation of Robert Heinlein's 1959 novel of the same title, Verhoeven's film takes a satirical pass on the material, turning a fascistic coming-of-age tale into an unusual piece of meta-propaganda.Starship Troopers takes place in a future, fascist society, where democracy and universal suffrage have been overthrown, and a military government leads humanity, with full citizenship reserved for those who serve in the armed services. Casper Van Dien plays Johnny Rico, an eager young recruit in the Mobile Infantry, who is sent to the frontlines of a war against the Arachnids, a supposedly hostile race of alien insectoids. The film tells the story of Rico's training, his experience in battle, and his eventual rise to command. It is the kind of triumphant narrative that the fascist government of the story would want to broadcast to a skeptical citizenry, which gets to what this movie is trying to do as a film. We talk about this and more, so tune in!You can find a video version of this episode at Jamelle's YouTube page.Episodes come out roughly every two weeks, so join us then with an episode on The Jackal, a basically forgotten thriller starring Richard Gere and Bruce Willis.Over at the Patreon, we discussed The Baader-Meinhof Complex. We're also debuting a new weekly politics discussion show, only available for subscribers! Join at patreon.com/unclearpod.Our producer is Connor Lynch and our artwork is by Rachel Eck.

In this episode, veteran actor and director Greg Travis dives into his decades-long filmmaking journey, culminating in the release of his once-abandoned 1984 feature Dark Seduction. Shot on 16mm black-and-white film, the noir-vampire hybrid languished in post-production limbo for over 30 years before digital technology made its completion possible. Greg shares candid stories about the ups and downs of making the film—from lost investors to dusty negatives—and explains how delays actually gave him the chance to polish the project into something stronger than it would have been decades ago. Greg also reflects on lessons learned from working with top-tier directors like David Lynch and Paul Verhoeven, emphasizing the importance of tone, improvisation, and a solid story structure. As both an actor and filmmaker, he offers practical advice for new directors, including taking acting classes, planning with a three-act outline, and remaining open to spontaneous creative choices on set. His story is not just about finishing a movie—it's about staying committed to your vision through every challenge the industry throws your way.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bulletproof-screenwriting-podcast--2881148/support.

We get our butts to Mars this week for a conversation about an Arnold Schwarzenegger 90s sci-fi classic. Based on a story by Philip K. Dick, TOTAL RECALL was directed by Paul Verhoeven and features intense visual effects, a complex plotline, and some surprisingly rich thematic concerns. It's also full of bullet-riddled action set pieces and a lot of wry humor.We're joined this week by Scott Tynes Miller, proprietor of Troubadour Booksellers in Charlotte, NC to discuss the ways memory and reality are intertwined and how they can be manipulated by counterfeits we sometimes willingly embrace.Also featured on this episode is an upcoming announcement about an official Fear of God Book Club starting next month, partnered with Troubadour Booksellers, that we're very excited to tell you about. It's a hearty and thoughtful episode this week and we really hope you enjoy it!7:26 - FoGadour Book Club (partnered with Troubadour Booksellers)25:55 - TOTAL RECALLSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is a preview of a premium episode from our Patreon feed, Paid Costly For Me! Head over to Patreon.com/PodCastyForMe to hear more for just $5 a month. This week we're looking at another one of Dirty Harry's spiritual children, Paul Verhoeven's 1987 ROBOCOP. Violence, corporate greed, police stuff - much to talk about here. But we're also talking about it because Verhoeven is a Dutch guy and Jake just got back from a trip to Amsterdam, which we gotta talk about too! OCEAN'S TWELVE locations, European public infrastructure, visiting the Anne Frank House during Israel's genocide of Palestinians - big ep. Plus: a message from Hotel Detective Maxwell Pierson. Thanks as always to Jetski for our theme music and to Jeremy Allison for our artwork. Check out Jetski's new album, The Radiant Radish!

30 years on, the tide is turning for Showgirls.Showgirls is remembered for its outlandish dialogue, the over-the-top performances, culminating in controversy, cult status, and unapologetic campiness. It's widely regarded as a mess, a critical and commercial flop, and poor Elizabeth Berkley took the brunt of the blame.Showgirls is polarizing, for many it's a guilty pleasure drenched in excess, but for others, it's a train wreck that's hard to look away from. This movie is no financial flop though, in fact it's one of MGM's most lucrative of all time. Sex sells. Nomi Malone hitchhikes her way to Las Vegas, dreaming of stardom and glory in the world of top tier showgirls. Writer Joe Eszterhas dreamed of a script that contained the real life stories of the women who worked in Vegas clubs, but director Paul Verhoeven wanted a not-so-subtle commentary on the darker side of fame and ambition in show business.It's looking at the American dream in a dark, twisted mirror, showing the misogynistic rot of show business, the dark reality of a patriarchal society that on the surface claims to love, idolise and promote women, it actually exploits and degrades women in the name of entertainment. Just like what happened to Elizabeth Berkley.I would love to hear your thoughts on Showgirls !Verbal Diorama is now an award-winning podcast! Best Movie Podcast in the inaugural Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards and was nominated for the Earworm Award at the 2025 Golden Lobes.CONTACT.... Twitter @verbaldiorama Instagram @verbaldiorama Facebook @verbaldiorama Letterboxd @verbaldiorama Email verbaldiorama [at] gmail [dot] com Website verbaldiorama.comSUPPORT VERBAL DIORAMA....Give this podcast a five-star Rate & Review Join the Patreon | Send a Tip ABOUT VERBAL DIORAMAVerbal Diorama is hosted, produced, edited, researched, recorded and marketed by me, Em | This podcast is hosted by Captivate, try it yourself for free. Theme Music: Verbal Diorama Theme Song. Music by Chloe Enticott - Compositions by Chloe. Lyrics by Chloe Enticott (and me!) Production by Ellis Powell-Bevan of Ewenique StudioPatrons: Simon, Laurel, Derek, Cat, Andy, Mike, Luke, Michael, Scott, Brendan, Ian, Lisa, Sam, Jack, Stuart, Nicholas, Zo, Kev, Heather, Danny, Stu, Brett, Philip M, Xenos, Sean, Ryno, Philip K, Adam, Elaine, Kyle, Aaron and brand-new patron Conner! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacyOP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

Welcome to Director Watch! On this AwardsWatch podcast, co-hosts Ryan McQuade and Jay Ledbetter attempt to breakdown, analyze, and ultimately, get inside the mind of some of cinema's greatest auteurs. In doing so, they will look at their filmographies, explore what drives them artistically and what makes their decision making process so fascinating. Add in a few silly tangents and a fun game at the end of the episode and you've got yourself a podcast we truly hope you love. On episode 113 of the Director Watch Podcast, the boys are joined by AwardsWatch Associate Editor Sophia Ciminello discuss the last film in their Paul Verhoeven series, Benedetta (2021). For Verhoeven's latest film, the director reteamed with his Elle collaborator David Birke, to make a religious film, as he's an expert scholar of the Jesus Seminar, even writing a book in 2007 entitled Jesus of Nazareth. Though his adaptation of his book, along with several other projects, didn't come to head, he was able to make Benedetta, a loose adaptation of Judith C. Brown's Immodest Acts: The Life of a Lesbian Nun in Renaissance Italy, following the life of a nun (Virginie Efira) who joins the Italian convent while she was a young child and later has a forbidden love affair with another nun, while also seeing religious visions that make her seem like she has direct contact with Jesus. Wickedly hilarious, sensual, and fascinating, Benedetta is a thorny tale of the complexities of faith, as well as Verhoeven's critique of the church, an institution that he's examined for all of his life. Ryan, Jay, and Sophia break down their thoughts on the film, just how funny the film is, if it has more to say than what Verhoeven is bringing up on the surface, the dream sequences, Benedetta's struggles with temptation, Jay's love of The Great Gatsby, Sophia's story about seeing the film at the world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, and splinters. And seeing that it is the end of the series, the boys give out their Paul Verhoeven rankings as well as preview their new director series starting new week. You can listen to the Director Watch Podcast wherever you stream podcasts, from iTunes, iHeartRadio, Soundcloud, Stitcher, Spotify, Audible, Amazon Music, YouTube and more. This podcast runs 2h44m. The guys will be back next week to begin their new series on the films of Yasujirō Ozu with a review of his film, Late Spring. You can rent it via iTunes and Amazon Prime rental in preparation for the next episode of Director Watch. Till then, let's get into it. Music: MUSICALIFE, from Pond5 (intro) and “B-3” from BoxCat Games Nameless: The Hackers RPG Soundtrack (outro).

On this week's episode of Unclear and Present Danger, Jamelle and John watched Red Corner, a 1997 legal thriller directed by Jon Avnet and starring Richard Gere, Bai Ling, Bradley Whitford and Peter Donat.In Red Corner, Richard Gere plays Jack Moore,, an American businessman who becomes entangled in nightmarish legal ordeal after he spends the evening with a Chinese fashion model and wakes up the next morning to find that she has been brutally murdered.Jack insists that he's innocent, but learns that the Chinese legal system is very different than what he's used to in the United States. He is denied access to an American lawyer, interrogated without counsel, and pressured to sign a confession rather than defend himself. His state-assigned advocate, Shen Yuelin, assumes that Jack is guilty. But as she investigates the case, and grows closer to her client, she starts to doubt her conclusions. Gradually convinced of Jack's innocence, she uncovers signs of a larger conspiracy involving high-ranking officials and powerful business interests. As political and legal pressures mount, Jack and Shen race against time to try to expose the truth, navigating a perilous maze of corruption and authoritarian control.You can find Red Corner to rent or stream on Amazon and Apple TV.For our next episode, we will cover Paul Verhoeven's adaptation of Robert Heinlein's Starship Troopers.

Continuing our '90s action summer, we're taking on something with a bit more of a science fiction atmosphere with Paul Verhoeven's Total Recall. It's great to have Arnold back on the show and here we discuss whether we're all just living in a dream, whether we'd partake in a recall memory, and the unequivocal hotness of '90s Sharon Stone. We're also drinking Sloop Brewing's Jungle Juice sour with tart cherry and pineapple.Approximate timeline0:00-8:00 Intro8:00-16:00 Beer talk16:00-end Total RecallNext up: Escape from LA!

In this episode, veteran actor and director Greg Travis dives into his decades-long filmmaking journey, culminating in the release of his once-abandoned 1984 feature Dark Seduction. Shot on 16mm black-and-white film, the noir-vampire hybrid languished in post-production limbo for over 30 years before digital technology made its completion possible. Greg shares candid stories about the ups and downs of making the film—from lost investors to dusty negatives—and explains how delays actually gave him the chance to polish the project into something stronger than it would have been decades ago. Greg also reflects on lessons learned from working with top-tier directors like David Lynch and Paul Verhoeven, emphasizing the importance of tone, improvisation, and a solid story structure. As both an actor and filmmaker, he offers practical advice for new directors, including taking acting classes, planning with a three-act outline, and remaining open to spontaneous creative choices on set. His story is not just about finishing a movie—it's about staying committed to your vision through every challenge the industry throws your way.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.

C.B. Smith joins me to dive into the sci-fi classic Total Recall (1990), starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and directed by Paul Verhoeven. We break down its mind-bending plot, iconic special effects, and how it stacks up against Philip K. Dick's original story. Is this the ultimate Mars movie? Watch to find out!

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For the 175th episode of Another Pass, we had to talk about a cult classic so cultish and such a classic that it demanded two separate panels! That's right! For a discussion on Starship Troopers, Case and Sam are joined by John Lestrange (The History Wizard), Samantha Perez, Keith Lehtinen, and Mitch Punpayuk! Would you like to know more? Music by Vin Macri and Matt Brogan Podcast Edited by Sophia Ricciardi Overview Episode 175 of 'Certain POV's Another Pass' podcast explores Starship Troopers, addressing its satirical elements and impact on audiences, featuring two distinct panels. Personal viewing experiences highlight how initial interpretations of the film changed over time, with multiple guests recognizing the underlying satire. The film's satirical intent often missed by audiences; Poe's Law indicates difficulty in distinguishing extreme satire from genuine claims without clear indicators. Elements of fascism illustrated in the United Citizen Federation's military service requirements and portrayal of authority figures with war injuries. Propaganda within the film includes false flag operations, demonstrating dehumanization of 'bugs' and justifying violent military actions. Johnny Rico's character illustrates an alt-right pipeline, showing the process of radicalization through military indoctrination and societal pressure. Significant differences between the original book and movie adaptation noted, including a shift in character motivations and depictions of technology. Production challenges included injuries during boot camp training and instances of disrupted filming, showcasing the difficulties faced by the crew. Cultural impact acknowledged, as Starship Troopers influenced franchises like Starcraft and Helldivers, with modern audiences resonating with its themes. New adaptations are in development, including a Sony project directed by Neil Blomkamp, indicating ongoing interest in the Starship Troopers franchise.   Notes ️ Episode Introduction & Format (00:01 - 02:51) Episode 175 of 'Certain POV's Another Pass' podcast discussing Starship Troopers as a movie that overcame adversity. Two-panel format with different guest combinations to cover extensive discussion topics. First panel features Case Aiken, Sam Alicea, John Lestrange, and Samantha Perez focusing on sociological themes. Second panel includes Case Aiken, Sam Alicea, Keith Lehtinen, and Mitch Punpayuk discussing filmmaking aspects. Personal Experiences with Starship Troopers (04:08 - 16:01) Case Aiken saw it at age 13 in 1997, initially missed satirical elements, took it as straightforward action film. Sam Alicea watched at 16-17, uncomfortable with bugs but recognized something 'off' about the film. John Lestrange first viewing at age 7 when released, watched for first time yesterday with Holocaust studies background. Samantha Perez saw chopped TV versions as teenager, recently rewatched with fresh perspective. Keith Lehtinen was 14 when released, became aware of actors through this film, Dina Meyer was first crush. Mitch Punpayuk saw at 15, bought DVD before owning DVD player, waited two years to watch it. Satirical Elements & Reception Analysis (20:09 - 29:48) Movie functions as fascist propaganda satire but audiences often missed the satirical intent. Poe's Law applies - satirical expressions of extremist views indistinguishable from actual extremist views without clear indicators. 1997 timing problematic for satire reception - post-Cold War, pre-9/11 context limited audience understanding. Director Paul Verhoeven grew up in Nazi-occupied Netherlands, assumed audience familiarity with fascist themes. Susan Sontag's 'Fascinating Fascisms' (1975) referenced - Nazi ideal of 'brave, pretty and stupid' Aryan forces. ️ Fascist Society Elements (24:14 - 01:01:13) United Citizen Federation requires military service for citizenship and voting rights. All adult authority figures shown with missing limbs or severe scarring from military service. 14 characteristics of fascism present but modified - notably lacks typical gender hierarchy/sexism. Reproduction licensing system makes having children difficult for non-citizens. Public flogging and televised executions as standard punishments. Bug War Propaganda Analysis (30:42 - 40:12) Buenos Aires meteor attack potentially false flag operation rather than bug weapon. Mormon colony massacre on bug territory used as justification despite humans being invaders. 'Would you like to know more?' segments function as in-universe propaganda reels. Children encouraged to stomp bugs in disturbing propaganda scene. Brain bug capture presented as victory but war clearly being lost. ‍️ Character Development & Military Pipeline (51:47 - 01:00:16) Johnny Rico represents alt-right pipeline - young man radicalized through military indoctrination. Carmen Ibanez portrayed as ambitious, prioritizing military career over relationships. Dizzy Flores changed from male character in book to female love interest. Carl Jenkins represents military intelligence, disappears into classified operations. Sergeant Zim and Lieutenant Rasczak serve as father figures in military structure. Book vs Movie Adaptation (23:13 - 28:17) Originally titled 'Bug Hunt at Outpost 7' before being adapted to Starship Troopers. Director didn't finish reading Heinlein's book, called it 'too boring'. Mobile Infantry in book wore powered armor with jump jets, removed due to budget/wire work complexity. Bugs more technologically advanced in book, movie presents them as purely biological. Buenos Aires not Rico's hometown in book, major plot change for personal motivation. Production Challenges & Behind-the-Scenes (39:34 - 07:35) Cast underwent intensive boot camp training, Casper Van Dien and Dina Meyer sustained injuries during filming. Intoxicated crew member mentioned bomb on flight, disrupting production travel. Pre-visualization test at Vasquez Rocks convinced TriStar to fund after Waterworld concerns. 15-foot practical ship models used alongside CGI for space scenes. Starship Trooper armor reused in multiple productions including Power Rangers, Firefly, Planet of the Apes. Special Effects & Technical Aspects (08:52 - 06:24) Mix of practical and CGI effects particularly effective for bug creatures. Netflix 4K viewing shows quality variations, some scenes appear grainy especially green screen backgrounds. Brain bug close-ups noted as particularly disturbing and well-designed. Space scenes generally poor quality except for specific flight sequences. Cultural Impact & Legacy (14:18 - 17:26) Starcraft, Warhammer 40K, and Helldivers directly influenced by Starship Troopers aesthetics. Five-movie franchise plus Roughnecks CGI TV series expanded universe. Modern resonance with current political climate makes satirical elements more apparent. Gif culture frequently references film during political tensions. Cast & Casting Decisions (17:18 - 21:57) Unknown actors cast intentionally to look 'authentically young' but appear older due to training. Mark Wahlberg and Matt Damon auditioned for Rico role. Dina Meyer originally read for Carmen, chose Dizzy role instead. Neil Patrick Harris commentary recorded pre-How I Met Your Mother fame. Character actors include Amy Smart, Seth Gilliam, Timothy Omundson in small roles. Audience Reception & Box Office (15:07 - 20:09) Test audiences disliked Carmen character, preferred Dizzy. Critical reception missed satirical intent, even thoughtful reviewers uncertain. Box office made budget back but not considered major success. Cult classic status developed over time as satirical elements became more apparent. Thematic Analysis (34:39 - 51:47) Dehumanization through 'bug' imagery parallels historical genocidal rhetoric. Violence as societal foundation explicitly stated in film's philosophy. Military-industrial complex critique through endless war presentation. Youth radicalization process demonstrated through Rico's character arc. Future Adaptations (13:51 - 13:51) Sony developing new Starship Troopers adaptation directed by Neil Blomkamp. Helldivers movie also in development as spiritual successor.

In a violent future in Detroit, murdered police officer Alex Murphy is resurrected as Robocop, a powerful cyborg law enforcer. As he fights crime he begins to uncover memories of his past and seeks revenge on those that murdered him. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss Reaganomics, privatized police forces, and Paul Verhoeven's, Robocop (1987).   Show Notes: Housekeeping (4:45) Back of the Box/Recommendations (12:00) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (20:15) Rotten Tomatoes (75:55) Trivia (82:15) Cooter of the Week (91:40) What We've Been Watching (99:02)   Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop

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