Forgotten Films

Is  The Night of the Hunter  one of the greatest movies you've never seen? This week on  Forgotten Films , Jed and Ray revisit Charles Laughton's haunting 1955 masterpiece,  The Night of the Hunter , starring Robert Mitchum in one of cinema's most unforgettable villain performances. We explore why this psychological thriller and Southern Gothic classic bombed upon release but is now considered one...

Most movies about breakups are wallpaper; this one is a vinyl revival. High Fidelity isn’t just a film — it’s a masterclass in musical heartbreak and top-five trauma, all wrapped in witty banter and pitch-perfect playlists. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a rut, questioning love’s lousy lyrics, this episode is your secret decoder to navigating life’s most heartbreak-heavy charts. Join us as we spin t...

A Secret Service agent becomes obsessed with catching a ruthless counterfeiter, leading to a series of questionable life choices. The film features a star-studded cast and impressive cinematography, inspiring future films like Miami Vice and Lethal Weapon. A discussion about the film 'To Live and Die in LA' covering its action scenes, production challenges, and the impact of analog technology. Tak...

In this episode of Forgotten Films, hosts Jed and Ray dive into the 1991 screwball comedy 'Oscar,' starring Sylvester Stallone. They discuss the film's chaotic plot, memorable characters, and the comedic style of director John Landis. The conversation explores the cast's performances, the film's reception, and why it has become a forgotten gem in cinema history. With insights into the themes of th...

In our debut episode of Forgotten Films Podcast, we revisit the tense and underrated 1997 thriller  Breakdown . Starring Kurt Russell, this road-trip-gone-wrong story turns a simple desert drive into a gripping fight for survival. We break down what makes the film so effective—from its relentless pacing to its grounded, everyman hero—and explore why it’s largely been overlooked despite delivering...