AKAPAD the FILM BUFF Podcast

Welcome to another episode of Animation Weekend! This time, The Film Buff tackles a big question: Is Amazon’s hit series Invincible the pinnacle of American adult animation? We dive deep into the answer, with a special focus on showrunner Simon Racioppa.

Today the Film Buff has a brief discussion on the best film of the year and the best drama of the decade. The Brutalist Those who brought us The Brutalist Main Cast: Joel Edgerton – László Toth Marion Cotillard – Erzsébet Toth Mark Rylance Sebastian Stan Vanessa Kirby Isaac Powell Stacy Martin Main Crew: Director: Brady Corbet Writers: Brady Corbet, Mona Fastvold Cinematographer: Lol Crawley Edito...

Comic book documentaries are rare—frankly, there aren’t nearly enough. But among the few that exist, this one stands above the rest. The Film Buff explores the highs and lows of this masterfully told saga about Hellboy creator Mike Mignola.

Watchmen Chapter 1 was a huge disappointment for The Film Buff, but curiosity got the best of Peter when Chapter 2 became available on HBO Max. As a film, animation, and Watchmen expert, what does AKAPAD have to say about this one?

It's the weekend, and the AKAPADers know that means it's time for animation. In observance of Black History Month, The Film Buff has discovered a short film whose originality is truly admirable. In this episode, Peter highlights the vision of Aphton Corbin, revealing why this short resonates so deeply with all of us in the most poignant ways.

To Live and Die in L.A. is finally available on digital—specifically on Amazon Prime! This is one of the last remaining films The Film Buff had been eagerly waiting to see On-Demand. Now, after experiencing it, The Film Buff revels in this overlooked gem—one that ultimately stands as just another chapter in the endless struggle between cops and the criminals they pursue. Those who brought To Live...

On June 25th, audiences worldwide will be introduced to F1, a high-octane racing film starring Brad Pitt and directed by Ehren Kruger. With the potential to reignite excitement for cinema—much like Top Gun: Maverick did—F1 promises to bring adrenaline-fueled action to the big screen and remind audiences why theaters are the ultimate movie experience.

Today's episode of *AKAPAD's The Film Buff Podcast* dives into the career of *Wolf* writer/director Jon Watts, exploring his body of work and taking a closer look at his latest Apple+ film, *Wolfs*. Could this be the best modern-day night shoot since the *John Wick* movies? Tune in to find out! Those who brought us WOLFS Main Cast George Clooney – Margaret's Man Brad Pitt – Pam's M...

Tonight on The Film Buff, we dive into a true cinephile debate: Taxi Driver—is it Martin Scorsese’s film or Paul Schrader’s? Join us as we break down the creative forces behind this iconic masterpiece and explore who truly shaped its vision. Those who brought is Taxi Driver Main Cast: Robert De Niro – Travis Bickle Jodie Foster – Iris Cybill Shepherd – Betsy Harvey Keitel – Sport (Matthew) Albert...

A Different Man is a film to be studied, and here AKAPAD The Film Buff makes the case as to why.

Anthony Mackie takes center stage in his first major blockbuster with Captain America: Brave New World, but before that, another sci-fi gem quietly slipped under the radar for far too long. Elevation (2024) presents a thought-provoking premise: Can humanity survive when forced to live above aliens that cannot surpass a certain ELEVATION? AKAPAD The Film Buff is here to break it all down and answer...

The 2024 film Nosferatu , directed by Robert Eggers, features a cast including Bill Skarsgård as Count Orlok, Nicholas Hoult, Lily-Rose Depp, Willem Dafoe, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Emma Corrin, Ralph Ineson, and Simon McBurney. The film is a remake of the 1922 silent horror classic, based on Dracula by Bram Stoker. The production team includes: Director & Writer : Robert Eggers Producers : Robert...

Five years ago, AKAPAD The Film Buff attempted to watch Pixar's Soul—but things didn’t go as planned. Today, he revisits the film, sharing his thoughts on whether his experience has changed. This episode offers a fascinating deep dive into Soul and a unique experiment that only The Film Buff could pull off! The 2020 animated film Soul was produced by Pixar Animation Studios and directed by Pet...

For today's Animation Weekend and in celebration of Black History Month, we're highlighting Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur—a shockingly overlooked Disney+ animated series. Despite its brilliance, this show has been largely ignored by both the animation and comic book communities. Enter AKAPAD The Film Buff, who is here not only to set the record straight but to begin writing the definitive s...

It's TGIF, and The Film Buff AKAPAD has a must-watch Friday spectacular! The Gorge, directed by Scott Derrickson and written by Zack Dean, is now streaming on Apple+. This high-concept love story blends romance and action, keeping you hooked as you root for the villain’s downfall and hope for our star-crossed lovers to overcome adversity. It follows a simple formula—but one that works brillian...

Today, The Film Buff explores the immense significance of HBO's The Pitt and its impact on television.

Finally AKAPAD The Film Buff discusses Captain America Brave New World.

For the 2024 Presidents Day Film Buff episode, the featured film is Truth (2015). In this episode, Peter explores the filmography of writer-director James Vanderbilt, who is prominently featured in the podcast. He also delves into the historical context of the film and its significance. Truth (2015) is a political drama based on the 2005 memoir Truth and Duty: The Press, the President, and the Pri...

The 2024 Oscar nominee Flow gets the AKAPAD treatment—and it's nothing like you’d expect!

Today's weekend animation is a one-of-a-kind LEGO story—a musical biography of Pharrell Williams, brought to life in the world of LEGO. This film redefines creative collaboration, blending music, storytelling, and iconic brick animation like never before! Those who brought us Piece by Piece. Voice Cast Pharrell Williams as himself Morgan Neville as himself Gwen Stefani as herself Kendrick Lama...

What’s an appropriate Film Buff movie for a Valentine’s Day Film Buff podcast drop? How about a Steven Spielberg film that cinephiles around the world have largely overlooked—or even dismissed? Always (1989) comes from an incredibly productive and competitive era in Hollywood, yet it deserves to be viewed as a film in its own right, rather than judged solely by the time in which it was made.

Today's love story is about a film that isn't really about love at all. While searching for new romance movies to feature in the Valentine's Day lineup, AKAPAD The Film Buff stumbled upon Your Monster. What seemed like a typical romance turned out to be something far more profound—a tragic, layered story that must be experienced to be fully understood. Those who brought us Your Monster...

For Valentine’s Day, we revisit the film that Titanic overshadowed—the beautifully shot, Great Depression-era circus romance Water for Elephants. The Film Buff breaks down what makes this film so expertly crafted while also rooting for an elephant to take down the villain. Those who brought us Water for Elephants. Main Cast: Reese Witherspoon – Marlena Rosenbluth Robert Pattinson – Jacob Jankowski...

In 1990, Peter A. DeLuca, also known as AKAPAD The Film Buff, saw a poster for an upcoming Captain America movie. From that moment on, everything changed.

For Valentine's Day, AKAPAD takes a deep dive into the 1970 masterpiece Love Story, exploring its production, cultural impact, and its role in shaping the rebellious spirit of 1970s filmmaking. Those who brought us Love Story. Main Cast Ali MacGraw as Jennifer "Jenny" Cavilleri Ryan O'Neal as Oliver Barrett IV John Marley as Phil Cavilleri Ray Milland as Oliver Barrett III Russel...