Stamper Cinema

Greetings! In this episode of Stamper Cinema, we take a deep dive into Jackie Brown, Quentin Tarantino’s soulful, character-driven crime film and one of the most underrated entries in his filmography.

Based on Elmore Leonard’s novel Rum Punch, Jackie Brown stars Pam Grier in a career-defining performance as a middle-aged flight attendant caught between the ATF and a dangerous gun runner played by, Samuel L. Jackson. Unlike Taranti...

Greetings! In this week's episode of Stamper Cinema, we revisit one of Hollywood’s most beloved and quietly subversive classics: Harvey (1950), starring James Stewart in one of the most charming performances of his career.

Directed by Henry Koster and adapted from Mary Chase’s Pulitzer Prize–winning stage play, Harvey tells the story of Elwood P. Dowd, a gentle, affable man whose best friend just happens to be a six-foot-three inv...

Greetings! In this week's FLIX & SIPS episode of Stamper Cinema, we head into the jungle to break down Oliver Stone’s Platoon (1986) - one of the most raw, emotional, and as John says, 'Influential war films ever made.'

Drawing from Stone’s own combat experience, the film explores the moral battle between two opposing forces within one platoon: the compassion of Sergeant Elias vs the ruthless survival instincts of Sergeant Bar...

Greetings! In the episode we're introducing a new series to Stamper Cinema. We're calling it Flix & Sips. In these episodes, John swaps his role as recurring guest for recurring co-host. We still talk movies, we still share stories, and we still share a few drinks while we do it. Okay, so maybe not much has changed - but hey, we've got a fancy new logo for our discussions.

Anyway, first up in our Flix & Sips series, we di...

Greetings! Halloween is here, and in this week's episode we're going for the jugular! That's right, we're talking Vampires. Some good, some bad, but all are essential. I've got a dozen-ish vampire films you must see before you die. Whether it's the silent terror of Nosferatu or the chaotic comedy of What We Do in the Shadows. We've got something for everyone. (Sleepwalkers, anyone?)

So grab your garlic, Holy Water, dim the lights,...

Happy Halloween, boils and ghouls! This week on a very special episode of Stamper Cinema, we’re diving deep into one of the wildest horror-comedies of the 1990s — Bordello of Blood! But even better, we're making it a watchalong with the film's co-writer Alan Katz!

This blood-soaked romp was the second feature film spun out of HBO’s legendary Tales from the Crypt series... and also its last. SAD.

The movie stars Dennis Miller as a ...

Greetings! In this episode of Stamper Cinema, we step into the Cold War era with Taylor Hackford’s White Nights (1985), a film that blends political tension, dance, and the undeniable magnetism of its cast. Starring Mikhail Baryshnikov as a Soviet ballet dancer who defects and Gregory Hines as an American tap dancer forced into exile, the film explores themes of freedom, loyalty, and identity against the backdrop of East–West tens...

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In this episode of Stamper Cinema, we dive into one of the most fascinating and evolving themes in film: artificial intelligence. From the earliest cinematic visions of sentient machines to today’s nuanced portrayals of AI companions, villains, and everything in between, these characters have long reflected our hopes, fears, and questions about technology’s role in our lives.

To help explore this topic, I’m joined by aw...

Greetings! In this episode of Stamper Cinema, we are joined by award-winning filmmaker JAZE BORDEAUX to unravel the intricate web of Christopher Nolan’s 2020 sci-fi action epic, Tenet.

Join us as we dive deep into Nolan’s bold narrative experiments, the film’s unforgettable set pieces, its cryptic characters, and the high-concept mechanics of time inversion.

We'll also discuss Jaze's background as well as his recent debut film, the...

Greetings! Welcome to the Season Six premiere of Stamper Cinema. And for this episode, Great Scott!, we’re taking a joyride through Hill Valley to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Back to the Future! Joining us for the journey is best friend of the show, John Rohe! 

We’re spending one full hour diving into the 1985 original film, followed by two 30-minute(ish) discussions of Part II and Part III—covering everything from casting a...

Greetings! In this episode I take a deep dive into the murky waters of Crystal Lake to discover the truth about Jason Voorhees. That's right, we're talking Friday the 13th! Well, Part II, that is! 

Inside the episode:

• Plot Breakdown
• Jason unmasked
• Slasher boom
• Production Notes
• Machete Rating, Kill and Sex Count
• Fan Theories
• Listener Questions

Enjoy!!!

Previous Friday the 13th Podcast links: 

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Greetings! In this week's episode I am joined by author/improviser Andrew Davies to discuss the 90s comedy, MY BLUE HEAVEN, starring Steve Martin. 

This quirky gem is about a a flashy, fast-talking former mobster trying to adjust to suburban life under witness protection. And oh yeah, it's loosely based on the life of Henry Hill. Yes, that Henry Hill. 

This a great episode. Enjoy! 

• My Blue Heaven links
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Greetings! Ladies and gentlemen - we did it. John and I finally completed rewatching the entire Star Wars Skywalker Saga... sure it only took 4 years to do so, but we did it!

Did we get it right this time? Listen for yourselves and let us know!

For your convenience, I've attached a link to each of the other episodes below. Feel free to go back and check those out.

May the 4th be with you!

• Rise of Skywalker links
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Greetings! In this episode of Stamper Cinema, we chat with filmmaker and author Vic Lagina to discuss The Big Lebowski as well as Vic's novel, Filthy!

Let's start off with Filthy! To borrow Vic's own words, Filthy, " is the salaciously true story of Vic Lagina – Las Vegas’ most prolific pornographer – which puts him in the running for most prolific pornographers worldwide – and chances are you’ve never heard of him. The story of F...

Greetings! In this thrilling episode of Stamper Cinema, we’re joined by the incredibly talented writer Alan Katz, best known for his work on the iconic HBO horror series Tales from the Crypt.

What You’ll Hear:

• Alan Katz opens up about his journey into the world of television writing, and how Tales from the Crypt became a defining moment in his career.

• The process behind writing for such a unique anthology series, including...

Greetings! In this episode, we dive deep into Robert Eggers' gripping psychological horror film The Lighthouse. Starring Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson, this 2019 indie hit is a visual and auditory experience like no other. Set on a desolate New England island, the film follows two lighthouse keepers as they descend into madness, struggling against isolation, fear, and a mounting sense of dread.

Joining me with this daunting ta...

Greetings! In this episode we sit down with actor Matt Drago to discuss his new film SOMEWHERE IN MONTANA.

Somewhere in Montana is a heartfelt 2025 drama that tells a story about a financially strapped Montana ranch owner, who reluctantly allows a Hollywood production company to use his land as a location for their movie.  

Matt Drago is an actor living in Los Angeles, who has appeared in a variety of other projects including Dis...

Greetings! In this episode we are joined by Bonnie Garvin, an award-winning writer, producer, USC Screenwriting Professor, and creator of Storytelling Lab.

Storytelling Lab is a six-week course designed to help aspiring writers learn, develop and perfect their craft of storytelling, whether for film, television, graphic novels, etc.

With over 30 years experience in the business, Bonnie is well-versed at the constantly evolving ind...

Greetings! In this episode, we dive into Stanley Kubrick’s satirical masterpiece Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb. Released in 1964, this dark comedy tackles the absurdity of the Cold War era, blending biting social commentary with sharp humor.

The film follows the chaotic events that unfold when a deranged general orders a nuclear strike on the Soviet Union, setting off a chain of events that co...