Mike Stiffler and Darin Zarzecki

West Michigan Film Den

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“Do you like movies? Do you often catch yourself talking to your significant other about plot points and camera angles and only get a look of disgust in return? We understand. That’s why we’re getting together to unload all that, not on our wives, but to you. The fellow film lover who just wants to hear a different perspective on their favorite movies. Every episode is a deep dive into a particular film to learn and understand more about one of our favorite art forms, film”

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Mike Stiffler and Darin Zarzecki

Episodes

Black Phone 2 27.10.2025 21:06

This week, we dive into Black Phone 2. Tune in!

Halloween (1978) 20.10.2025 1:00:13

We travel to Haddonfield and discuss John Carpenter’s classic, Halloween.

Alien Romulus 13.10.2025 53:03

This week, we discuss the movie, Alien Romulus.

Hocus Pocus 06.10.2025 50:51

This week, we head to Salem to discuss the 1993 movie, Hocus Pocus.

The Thing (2011) 29.09.2025 55:01

This week, we discuss the 2011 prequel to The Thing. We talk about what went well, and what didn’t.

Misery ( 1990) 22.09.2025 57:34

We watched Misery, the movie that proves your biggest fan might also be your worst nightmare—especially if they own a sledgehammer.

Signs 08.09.2025 47:18

Mike and Darin discuss Signs.

Scream 01.09.2025 50:48

Mike and Darin kick off spooky season with Scream!

Apollo 13 25.08.2025 57:13

Tom Hanks, Kevin Bacon, and Bill Paxton face disaster in space while Ed Harris saves the day in mission control. We break down the tension, the history, and why this “successful failure” is still one of the best space dramas ever made.

That Thing You Do 18.08.2025 52:51

Mike and Darin talk about That Thing You Do.

Warrior 11.08.2025 49:26

Two estranged brothers—one a haunted Marine, the other a struggling teacher—enter the same high-stakes MMA tournament, each fighting for redemption, survival, and a shot at mending broken family bonds. In the cage, it’s not just the title on the line, but decades of pain, pride, and unspoken love.

Major League 04.08.2025 46:22

Grab your peanuts and Cracker Jack, because we’re going back to 1989 to revisit Major League. From wild thing Ricky Vaughn to that iconic slow clap, this underdog baseball comedy hits all the right notes. We break down the cast, the laughs, the legacy—and whether it still holds up after all these years.

The Parking Lot review - F1 28.07.2025 11:15

Mike and Darin just got out of the theater after watching F1, the new racing film starring Brad Pitt. Did the high-speed action deliver? Was the story more than just smoke and rubber? Recorded fresh from the car, this Parking Lot Review dives into first impressions.

This is Spinal Tap 21.07.2025 47:10

This week, Mike and Darin turn the dial up to 11 as they revisit Rob Reiner’s mockumentary masterpiece This Is Spinal Tap. From exploding drummers to Stonehenge mishaps, the guys unpack what makes this cult classic so endlessly quotable—and surprisingly smart beneath the absurdity.

Sinners 14.07.2025 58:52

Mike and Darin review Sinners, chatting about standout moments, themes, and whether it’s worth the watch.

Free Solo 30.06.2025 48:58

Mike and Darin discuss the documentary, Free Solo.

Almost Famous 23.06.2025 56:56

Mike and Darin discuss Almost Famous.

Good Will Hunting 16.06.2025 53:44

Mike and Darin dive into Good Will Hunting.

Casino Royal 09.06.2025 58:14

Mike and Darin discuss Casino Royal.

Road To Perdition 02.06.2025 1:17:12

Mike and Darin dive into Road to Perdition.