90mins On Film

"Sinners" (2025) is a period piece which spirals from slow-burn drama, into a vampire bloodbath in vain of Quentin Tarantino & Robert Rodriguez's 'From Dusk Till Dawn  in its second half, and has taken the box office by storm since its release this April. Marking the third collaboration between Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan, and set in the sweltering atmosphere of the...

In this episode, we hit the streets for 'Training Day' — and we’re not alone! Joining us is a real-life police detective, known only as “Pac-Man,” who brings insider insight, wild stories, and… more technical difficulties than a precinct’s outdated radio system.  From Denzel Washington’s iconic chaotic portrayal, to the ethics of crooked cops, and Ethan Hawke's dynamic enbodiment of...

In this episode, we dive into 'Colors' (1988) , Dennis Hopper’s gritty and controversial look at gang violence in Los Angeles. Starring Robert Duvall and Sean Penn as two LAPD officers caught between community tensions and their own clashing ideologies, the film sparked debate upon release for its raw portrayal of gang life. Listen as we explore its legacy, impact, where it falls in the...

In the chilling finale of Serial Killer Month , we deep dive into Bill Paxton’s eerie directorial debut, 'Frailty' [2001] . This psychological horror-thriller blurs the line between divine justice and delusional madness, featuring powerhouse performances from Paxton, Matthew McConaughey and Powers Boothe. Special guest Jay Johnson returns to unravel the film’s haunting themes, shocking t...

It's "Serial Killer Month" on 90mins On Film, and in this episode we deep dive into three chilling classics: 'The Silence of the Lambs,' 'American Psycho,' and 'Zodiac.'  From Hannibal Lecter’s mind games to Patrick Bateman’s blood-soaked satire and David Fincher’s meticulous true-crime thriller, we explore what makes these films our top choices! Make a...

Jesmoniq returns for the third time to defend her position on a film that took awards season by storm, 2018's "A Star Is Born , "  the hit remake starring Bradley Cooper & Lady Gaga. From years of development struggles, to Cooper’s directorial debut, and the pressure of reimagining a Hollywood classic, we unravel some of the challenges that almost derailed the film before it bec...

Just in time for Super Bowl Sunday, '90mins On Film' takes the field with "The Replacements," a sports comedy that fumbled its way into theaters as Keanu Reeves’ follow-up to "The Matrix." Loosely inspired by the 1987 NFL players' strike, the film follows a ragtag team of misfits led by Keanu Reeves and Gene Hackman, but despite its underdog spirit, it never quit...

Mike Judge’s 2006 cult classic, ' Idiocracy' —a film that has sparked debate for nearly two decades. While one of us appreciates it for what it was at the time, the other two think "it’s just plain stupid..." Is it clever satire, or just lowbrow absurdity? In this epsiode we break down its social commentary, its unexpected cultural relevance, and whether it deserves its cult st...

Season 3 is finally here!!  Amidst treacherous winds storms, a series of wild fires, and massive power outages in Southern California, we are returning for a third season!! Recorded over the course of two weeks, we celebrate the 32nd Anniversary of Brian De Palma and Al Pacino's return to the genre they made famous over a decade prior... Make a film recommendation for an upcoming episode! Tha...

Wrapping up the year with Vampire Month in December, with a deep dive into JoJo Wright’s all-time favorite vampire film starring Brad Pitt & Tom Cruise! But this classic isn’t just a favorite of his—it’s Wrapping up the year with Vampire Month in December and a deep dive into JoJo Wright’s all-time favorite vampire film! But this classic isn’t just a favorite of his—it’s an obsession. So much...

With a global box office total exceeding $3.36 billion dollars, it was inevitable that one of these iconic films (starring Kristen Stweart & Robert Pattinson) would make its way onto our podcast... In this episode, we're joined by a self-proclaimed "Twi-Hard" savant and eldest daughter of CE Garcia, as she goes head-to-head with our hosts to defend this film—and learn which one...

Happy Halloween, everyone!! Join us as we celebrate a huge milestone— our 50th episode! Guest host Samantha Garcia returns as we welcome back KIIS-FM radio personality and true paranormal enthusiast, the unforgettable JoJo Wright, for a thrilling dive into the eerie origins of the "Warren Cinematic Universe." Make a film recommendation for an upcoming episode! Thank you for listening! Do...

Kick off the spooky season with us as we dive into the world of horror! In this episode, we take a chilling look back at one of the most iconic slasher films of all time (and just in time for its 40th anniversary). Join us as we explore what it was like growing up in an era when horror movies weren’t just entertainment— but nightmare fuel that kept you awake at night! Make a film recommendation fo...

29 years ago, a movie starring Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, and Kevin Spacey, blurred the line between thriller and horror, and changed the cinematic landscape for crime noir, and to this day, its impact remains. To celebrate its anniversary, we are joined by cinematographer JD Macias, and learn how his appreciation for this film changed over the course of two decades.  Make a film recommendation fo...

“If it bleeds, we can kill it…” At the peak of their powers, in the 1980’s, for better or worse, action movie stars like Arnold Schwarzenegger and Carl Weathers ruled the Hollywood landscape. Listen as we deep dive into one of Arnold’s most notorious action films, along with special guest Jeff Reyes, and returning guest host, Samantha Garcia.  Make a film recommendation for an upcoming episode! Th...

In an unconventional film choice, we're discussing Todd Phillips 2003 comedic outing, 'Old School.'   Listen as one host pleads his case on why Phillips is a cinematic genius, and how the other can't stand his films. Whether you're a fan of frat house antics, or more skeptical of lowbrow humor, this episode promises to be an entertaining ride through one of the more polari...

Love it or hate, the release of Fede Alvarez's Alien: Romulus  on August 16th has proven that it is a truly divisive film. In this short, but sweet, special episode, filled with spoilers,  our hosts use it as a means of getting a few gripes off their chest about this new entry into a truly iconic film franchise.  Make a film recommendation for an upcoming episode! Thank you for listening! Don...

In a selection that is straight out of "left field," one of our hosts chose a movie that's been called by baseball fans one of the greatest baseball movies ever made , and by film lovers one of the worst movies ever made - Sam Raimi's pre-Spiderman outing starring Kevin Costner, "For Love Of The Game." Make a film recommendation for an upcoming episode! Thank you for...

"Yo, homie!! Is that my briefcase??” - In this jam packed 2 hour episode we're celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Michael Mann's nocturnal neo-noir crime thriller, ' Collateral' (starring Tom Cruise, Jamie Foxx, and Jada Pinkett-Smith) - joined by guest host and film producer, Samantha Garcia, and vinyl collector and movie super-fan, Jay Johnson, we dig into what some con...

“Are you not entertained!!?” Hot off the heels of the release of the trailer for "Gladiator II," we commemorate the 24th Anniversary of Ridley Scott's epic tale of a disgraced Roman General's quest for revenge, "Gladiator" starring Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix.  Make a film recommendation for an upcoming episode! Thank you for listening! Don't forget to rate...

In celebration of Tom Cruise's 62nd birthday, we are joined by Photographer & Videographer, Ben Gonzalez, all the way from Tokyo, Japan, to have an in-depth conversation about the birthday boys' second and final sci-fi collaboration with Steven Spielberg, 'War of the Worlds.' Make a film recommendation for an upcoming episode! Thank you for listening! Don't forget to r...

Not only has Ted Stryker been a staple of the West Coast radio waves for over three decades, but he's also a a true connoisseur of cinema, who's brought to us one of the most intense music oriented films of the 2010's: Damien Chazelle's breakout hit, Whiplash! Make a film recommendation for an upcoming episode! Thank you for listening! Don't forget to rate & subscribe....

From Al Pacino's electrifying portrayal of the enigmatic John Milton, to Keanu Reeves' poignant performance as the conflicted Kevin Lomax, listen as we unravel the layers of Taylor Hackford's cinematic gem, and explore the intricacies of power, temptation, and morality, as we dissect why this film holds a special place in one of our host's heart. Make a film recommendation for...

"Be excellent to each other, and party on, dude..." In 1989, Bill S. Preston, Esq. and Ted "Theodore" Logan embarked on a journey, that could've had a "most heinous" outcome if it weren't for one literary legend's input. Have a listen as we breakdown this most excellent movie in the  most triumphant  fashion. Make a film recommendation for an upcoming e...

In our longest episode ever, we dive deep into Guy Ritchie's comedic, British, crime noir caper, 'Snatch,' with the foremost expert on the subject, iHeartMedia & Big Boy’s Neighborhood Senior Producer, Sketch O’matic.  Make a film recommendation for an upcoming episode! Thank you for listening! Don't forget to rate & subscribe. New episodes bi-weekly. Also available on...