Cinema Recall

Today is the last episode in our series of films directed by Brian DePalma and it has been a really fun journey. I urge everyone (if you haven't already) to go back and listen to the past episodes because there were lots of great guests and tons of fun too. On this episode The Vern was joined by Matt and Ashley of the podcast Mashley at the Movies to discuss the thriller Sisters starring Jennifer...

We are getting towards the end of DePalma December with one more episode left to go after this one. Today the Vern's guest is Justin Ballard of Parents' Night In and he chose the blockbuster feature, The Untouchables. Starring Kevin Costner, Sean Connery, Robert DeNiro and more. With a script by David Mamet and directed by Brian DePalma. This crime story about Elliot Ness and his team's search for...

There is no easy way to describe the plot to the fantasy musical  comedy, Phantom of The Paradise but The Vern and guests  from Shocked and Applaud podcast do their best to describe it. Made right after Sisters(72) and before Carrie(76) Brian DePalma directed this rock horror musical that came out before The Rocky Horror Picture Show but for some reason did not get the cult status that one achieve...

The Vern takes a quick look at the big screen adaptation of the best selling book of the same name, The Housemaid. Starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried

The Vern reviews The Sure Thing. A movie Rob Reiner directed between This is Spinal Tap and Stand by Me. He also talks about the other movies that were directed by this talented man who was taken tragically from this world. Rest in Peace Rob Reiner

If you thought your High School was hell.  Wait til you see it through the eyes of Carrie White.   Based on the very 1st novel by Stephen King.  Brian DePalma's adaptation of Carrie set a high standard of horror movies  and while there have been other versions.  Nothing will best the original.  Listen to The Vern and guest Melissa of The Good Evening Kiddies Podcast discuss the movie and some of t...

Continuing our series on director Brian DePalma. The Vern brings on theater/ film critic and voice acor Jeantte Miller to discuss one of DePalma's most controversial features, Dressed to Kill. Starring Michael Caine, Nancy Allen and Angie Dickenson. Ad Spots Piecing it Together Simplistic Reviews

In this episode of the Cinema Recall Podcast, host Verndiscusses recent movie releases and their potential for awards recognition. He reviews 'Hamnet', a poignant film about Shakespeare's life, and ' It Was Just an Accident', a thought-provoking narrative on revenge and ambiguity. Theconversation continues with 'The Smashing Machine', a dramatic portrayal of UFC's early days, and 'Eternity', a rom...

We finish up our series on director Sean Baker by discussing the film that people took notice of first, Tangerine. The story of two transgender sex workers in Hollywood, CA. Where one finds out that her pimp has been cheating on her while she was away in jail. Filmed only with an Iphone at the time. This wonderful holiday fable gets covered with special guest, Howard Casner of Pop Art podcast. The...

*Note* This episode was originally released Dec 4th 2020 We begin the month of December by covering the films of director Brian DePalma.  He has been compared to Alfred Hitchcock  but many of his films are a lot more mature in content.  Not only does he direct thrillers, but he has worked in horror, action, dramas, and musicals too. On this episode, Ryan Luis Rodriguez of One Track Mind (formally...

On this episode of Random Thoughts of a Movie Insomniac.  The Vern reviews current movies that are either in theaters or coming to a streaming platform near you soon. Featuring reviews ofAlpha - (The new film from Julia Ducournau,  The writerand director of Raw and Titane)Sentimental Value - The great new film from Joachim Trim(Worst Person in the World).  Starring Stellan SkarsgaardAnemone - The...

The Vern reviews Richard Linklater's docu drama about the making of Jean-Luc Godard's Breathless. Stay to the end to get updates on the podcast and thank you so much for watching. Go to our website cinemarecall.net to get written reviews of movies and past episodes

*Warning* Small SpoilersThe Vern reviews the biopic of the first professional female boxer, Christy Salters Martin. Sydney Sweeny's transformation is worth noting but how well will she do come award season? Watch and find out in this short video.

In this episode,Vern welcomes author and podcaster Jason Soto to discuss the film 'Red Rocket' directed by Sean Baker. They delve into Jason's works, particularly his book'Terror on 119th Street', and than explore the themes, characters, and cinematic techniques of 'Red Rocket'. The conversation covers the complexities of the protagonist Mikey Saber, the dynamics with Strawberry, and the film's am...

In this episode,Vern welcomes author and podcaster Jason Soto to discuss the film 'Red Rocket' directed by Sean Baker. They delve into Jason's works, particularly his book'Terror on 119th Street', and than explore the themes, characters, and cinematic techniques of 'Red Rocket'. The conversation covers the complexities of the protagonist Mikey Saber, the dynamics with Strawberry, and the film's am...

Before he was noticed for shooting a film on all Iphones like he did for Tangerine. Sean Baker was already an estabished filmmaker with his third feature, Starlet. The sweet heartwarming story of a young woman(Dree Hemingway) who strikes up a friendship with an older woman(Besedka Johnson) Joining The Vern for this review is Jaylan Salah of The Jay Days and Women InSession  Ad Spot Film Rage

The Vern gives his thoughts on the latest in the Tron franchise with Tron Ares in under five minutes.

Well it has finally happened, my friends..  We reached the end of our Sidaris September retrospect on the films of Andy Sidaris  and his L.E.T.H.A.L. ladies of action and sex appeal.     Joining me for the last feature is Jeanette of Aka Jeanette  We talk in great detail about the plot of Picasso Trigger and it is one you don't want to miss. Ad SpotAcross the Universe: The Chicks with Accents Podc...

Recorded live at Crypticon 2025 . The Vern brings on two great guests to talk about some of the most memorable moments from horror movies new and old. This time in front of an actual live audience. Joining was my friend and author T. Aaron Cisco along with my other friend horror fan and musician Aleko Loughrey Ad Spot The Rotten Truth

Winner of many film awards including The Palm D'or at Cannes and 5 Oscars including Best Picture. Sean Baker's Anora was a fun delightful film featuring a knock out performance from Mikey Maddison in the lead. For this episode, The Vern brings on his friend Isabel Teran to talk about why we love it so much.  In one of the most longer episodes we have done for this podcast in a while Listen to Izzy...

Winner of many film awards including The Palm D'or at Cannes and 5 Oscars including Best Picture. Sean Baker's Anora was a fun delightful film featuring a knock out performance from Mikey Maddison in the lead. For this episode, The Vern brings on his friend Isabel Teran to talk about why we love it so much in one of the most longer episodes we have done for this podcast in a while Listen to Izzy's...

It's a double dosage of babes bullets, and exotic locations on this episode.  The Vern is joined by returning guest Damien Riley of Riley on Film to talk about Hard Hunted and Fit to Kill for our Sidaris September. Ad Spot The Rotten Truth

Our series on director Sean Baker begins with one of his most acclaimed films before he won big with Anora. The Florida Project is about a little girl named Mooney(Brooklynn Prince) who lives in a low income hotel with her mother Halley( Bria Vinaite), gets free ice cream with her friends and gets on the nerve(without really meaning too of the hotel manager, Bobby(William Dafoe)The Vern and guest...

Note**This episode was originally recorded and recorded and released a few years ago** We continue our look at the films of Andy Sidaris to review another film that features busty beauties and their high caliber weapons. My guest is Rob from Fat Drunk and Stupid Ad Spots Simplistic Reviews

** This episode was originally released on 08/13/2021** The Vern brings on Robb of the Reels of Justice podcast to talk about the blockbuster hit Jaws and discuss what makes it stand out from other hit movies of it's time and since than. Stay tuned to hear an exclusive audio drama adaptation of the famous speech Quint gives in the movie