Film Fan

Welcome back to another episode of the Film Fan Podcast! In this special Halloween episode, hosts Caleb Fortenberry (AKA Happy Gilmore), Colby Dungen (AKA Hal L), and Andrew Marasciullo (AKA a Mr. Mime) dive into the spooky season with a breakdown of Zach Cregger's brand-new 2026 Resident Evil reboot. We’re discussing everything from Austin Abrams’ standout performance as an every-man medical...

Welcome back to another freestyle episode of the Film Fan Podcast! In Offscript #4, Andrew is back in the studio as we dive deep into one of the greatest film franchises of all time: The Lord of the Rings. We’re breaking down why the original trilogy stands the test of time, the magic of practical effects versus modern CGI, Bilbo's terrifying jump-scare, and why Boromir is actually a misunders...

Forget traditional jump scares! Obsession (2026) delivers pure, unhinged psychological discomfort. Caleb and Colby break down Curry Barker's breakout horror hit, Obsession. We analyze Inde Navarrette’s star-making performance as Nikki, explore how the film balances dark comedy with disturbing body horror, and discuss what we would have changed about the camera work and production. ⚠️ WARNING:...

Welcome to Off-Script #3! On our regular podcast episodes, we keep things pretty structured and scripted—but Off-Script is where we drop the formal acts, cut loose, and talk absolute nonsense. In this episode, Caleb and Colby dive into the Alien vs. Predator franchise, debate whether Predator: Badlands is better than the 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger classic, break down the Top 5 Highest-Grossing Mov...

10 years at war. 10 years at sea. Is Odysseus a war-hungry monster or a broken man burdened by responsibility? We breakdown Christopher Nolan’s $150M box-office monster hit The Odyssey. We dive into the key differences between Homer's original text and Nolan's film, Tom Holland breaking out of his Spider-Man shell, and why that Calypso scene almost made us weep. Plus, our top historical fi...

In this completely off-script episode, Caleb, Colby, and Andrew toss out the review scripts and freestyle on their favorite (and most controversial) movie topics! From defending lower-rated films to pitching absurd remakes on the spot, the guys go all-in on unfiltered cinema chatter. In this episode, we talk about:Guilty Pleasure Movies: The crew defends lower-rated films like Starship Troopers an...

This week, Caleb and Colby are joined in the studio by special guest Andrew to blast off into deep space and review the massive sci-fi blockbuster, Project Hail Mary! We break down Ryan Gosling’s performance, the adaptation of Andy Weir’s hit novel, Lord & Miller’s direction, and whether this space survival epic delivers on the big screen. Plus, we rank our Top 3 Sci-Fi Survival Movies of all...

Welcome to the very first episode of Film Fan: Off Script! In this new unscripted, conversational sub-series, we’re throwing out the regular segments and having a relaxed chat about the latest pop culture news, fan rumors, and big entertainment headlines. In this episode, Caleb and Colby dive into:• Recent Marvel news and major casting updates like Ghost Rider• The current state of Star Wars and w...

You MISSED the entire point of The Prestige… and Nolan did it on purpose. In Episode 17 of the Film Fan Podcast, Caleb and Colby break down The Prestige—and why this movie might be the most deceptive film ever made. What if we told you the ending is revealed in the FIRST 5 minutes… and you still didn’t catch it? We dive deep into how Christopher Nolan tricks the audience, hides answers in plain si...

Is I Am Legend 2 a bad idea? In Episode 16 of the Film Fan Podcast, Caleb and Colby dive into the ending debate that’s split fans for years: the theatrical ending vs. the alternate ending. Which one is better? And more importantly, what does it mean for the story’s legacy if a sequel moves forward? We explore the moral implications, the original book’s intention, Will Smith’s character arc, and wh...

What if love could outlast death itself? In this week’s Film Fan Podcast, Caleb and Colby take on Darren Aronofsky’s 2006 sci-fi drama "The Fountain"—a time-spanning tale of conquistadors, cancer research, and cosmic trees starring Hugh Jackman and Rachel Weisz. Together we unpack its three parallel timelines, decode the finale, and debate whether mortality is a curse or a gift. Stick ar...

From pixelated blocks to big-screen chaos! In this episode, Caleb and guest Tucker (his son) dive deep into the unexpected, hilarious, and kind of insane world of the new Minecraft Movie. Is it a diamond in the rough or just bedrock bottom? 🤔 We break down: What worked (and what definitely didn’t). The casting choices that shocked us. Our wildest theories and behind-the-scenes chatter. How this m...

In this episode, Caleb and Colby dissect David Fincher's "Gone Girl", a psychological thriller about deception, media manipulation, and the terrifying complexity of marriage. From Amy's shocking journal entries to Nick's questionable innocence, the episode explores every disturbing twist. Where to watch: Rent Gone Girl here - ⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/4kOOKnb Join ⁠⁠⁠⁠Prime Video⁠⁠⁠...

Is The Exorcist still the scariest movie ever made? Director John Woodruff (Animal Among Us) joins Caleb to break it down—scene by scene. But first, they tackle the hot topic of AI in filmmaking. Can machines ever replace real storytellers? Tune in for behind-the-scenes insight, horror nostalgia, and surprising takes on what makes a great film endure. Where to watch: Rent Animal Among Us here - ⁠⁠...

Dive deep into the unsettling brilliance of *Hereditary* (2018) with Caleb and Colby. This episode explores Ari Aster’s chilling masterpiece, psychological horror themes, and haunting symbolism behind the miniature models and demonic possession. We break down the most disturbing scenes, rate it on both a horror and cinematic scale, and throw in trivia with a clip challenge you won’t want to miss....

What if everything you believed about yourself was a lie? In this gripping episode of Film Fan Podcast, Caleb and Colby unravel the psychological layers of Martin Scorsese’s Shutter Island—from mind-bending plot twists to hidden symbolism you might have missed. Is Teddy Daniels a hero… or a delusion? Dive into the details, explore our top 3 psychological thrillers, and stick around for some fun fi...

What did my new co-host make me watch? Frank. In this episode we talk about one of the less mainstream movies of 2014. If you like dry British humor, you need to check this episode out. If you don't, well we also have the Top 3, We View Previews, and Cinema Trivia. Think you know the trivia? Leave a comment or post your answer to Instagram. Tag us with the hashtag, #filmfanpodcast. Happy strea...

Welcome to another episode of film fan! In this episode I am joined by my wife, Emily, as we dive into the wonderfully depressing mind of Time Burton and his fantasy of epic proportions, Big Fish. In addition, our other segments include We View Previews, Top 3, and Cinema Trivia. If you like movie trivia, try to figure out the scene played at the end of the episode. You can let us know your guess...

Ever wonder what the difference is between a reboot and a remake? Well, we don't cover it here, but we do review movies. Since I've basically traveled in time since the last episode (it's been like 6 years) why not have a reboot episode featuring The Tomorrow War!? We have special guests Stig and Andrew joining me for the first time. In addition, other segments include Top 3, We View P...

Long time no talk? I'm back with special guest speaker Ryan Matlack to talk about a whole other genre of film, as well as the movie "The Road to Perdition." We have a few good laughs and some awesome content. You don't want to miss this episode. Check us out on all major platforms and be sure to check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/filmfanpodcast for more interesting movies!

Hold on to your butts! In this episode Director, Nic Cornett joins me discussing his latest Short Film "Jurassic World: Exodus" as well as The movie of the week, Top 3 SciFi movies, new trailers, and finally battles to see who knows more Cinema Trivia. You can find the short film here at www.youtube.com/spartan117gw

Well, we got a real Film Director on the show! John Woodruff joins me to discuss It Follows, Top 3 Horror films, and We View Previews. Check out his upcoming film Animal Among Us at www.theanimalamongus.com and follow him on FaceBook for updates at www.facebook.com/animalamongus

Two friends of mine, Matt Phillips and Matt Hummell (AKA Beta Matt), join me for the third episode. They're both members of the USAF and we had a blast doing this podcast! Coming your way we got Movie of the Week, Boob Tube Mania, We View Previews, and Cinema Trivia!

We have an extraordinary guest, Sterling Collective's Brady Clayton! This episode, much like the last, has; Movie of the Week, Boob Tube Mania, We View Previews and a newer version of Cinema Trivia! Needless to say, we had a lot of fun making this one. Also, check out Brady's website at www.sterlingcollective.com

This is the first episode of Film Fan, featuring Authentic Airwaves' Nick Fortenberry and Andrew Hughes. We dig into The Movie of the Week, Boob Tube Mania, We View Previews and Cinema Trivia! You don't want to miss out on the beginning of a great series of podcasts. Also check out my special guests website at www.authenticairwaves.com