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The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastSaliva Music Band (and other Grunge-Pop-Hard Rock Music Trends)Enjoy this part new episode, part re-edit:
Cam Sully, Jon Mark & James Alex Krueger (Composers: The Movie Score Podcast) look at the overall Grunge Rock music cliches, trends, marketing and actual sound with the group Saliva being the partial focus.
Why do record studios not let originality breathe?
Why do so many groups have to make everything sound like the 5 other groups already in existence?
And why can't we just let every new subgenre be its own thing instead of endless comparisons?
2026-03-0526 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastRock N' Roll High School Movies Double Feature (with Cinema Recall's Vern and Ashley Jirak)Enjoy this remastered episode from our crossover with CINEMA RECALL Podcast:
The Vern and Ashley Jirak help Cam sum up Roger Corman's produced Rock N' Roll High School movies in this lively, daring and hysterical double feature review!
2026-03-041h 00The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastYOUNG & DANGEROUS Hong Kong Gangster Film Saga ReviewedI get to dig into the mega-hit Hong Kong gangster franchise YOUNG AND DANGEROUS:
Starring Cantopop singer-turned-actors Ekin Cheng, Jordan Chan, Anthony Wong Chau-Sang & Nicholas Tse and directed/shot by Andrew Lau & Alan Mak (INFERNAL AFFAIRS trilogy), it blends what feels like a typical gangster drama with a rap music video-style turf war, dark comedy & stylish fight scenes!
SONGS USED:
"Noise Attack," "Overcast" and "Harmful or Hatal" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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2026-03-0314 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastBelly 1 & 2 Rap Movies Double Feature ReviewWe present to you a Music Stars themed week which allows for more deep cuts on some cult favorite movies:
Join me for a minisode on the BELLY films starring DMX, Nas, The Game & Michael K. Williams (A.K.A. Omar from HBO's The Wire).
Where does the first film rank in terms of some of the many other CARLITO'S WAY/GOODFELLAS inspired films?
Why did they do this in-name-only sequel and did it entertain or fail completely?
Why didn't Hype Williams have a bi...
2026-03-0215 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastZack Snyder's Zombie Movie TrilogyTo conclude the flesh-eaters themed week, we note Zack Snyder's Zombie themed trilogy (Dawn of the Dead remake, Army of the Dead & Army of Thieves):
Is the 2004 version of Dawn the rare example of how to make a remake its own thing without having to draw needless comparisons to the original yet completely different film?
And that and why the Netflix follow-ups cause a divisive reaction!
(Plus, why The Crazies is also a rare kind of remake that stands on its own two feet.)
...
2026-02-2735 minThe Jacked Up Review Show Podcast28 Days Later Comic Books Minisode ReviewWant more gory fun? Listen in for a mini-review on both 28 DAYS LATER comic book tie-ins to calm your zombie craving needs!
Which one of these comics has some stunning artwork and reasonable ideas?
And which one left more to be desired given the talents involved with this spin-off?
Run for the hills and listen in!
SONGS USED:
"John Abandons Alice" by John Murphy (from the movie OSTs)
&
"Cool Rock" by Kevin MacLeod (incomp...
2026-02-2609 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFavorite Evil Doctors & Mad Scientist Characters in Fiction (with Fangoria's Meredith Borders!)Genre critic/blogger Meredith Borders (Fangoria Magazine) joins for one of inevtiably more characters in fiction lists.
This time, we decided to sum up various evil doctors and mad scientists (some who are surprisingly heroes) in movies and television.
How many times will we make some of the same selections? And which deep cuts will one or the other mention that will blow your mind?
Want food for thought, listen to these two brains geek out for an hour of fun!
2026-02-251h 13The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastGeorge Romero's Zombie Film Saga OverviewIf you want the best dissection of George Romero (and sometimes John A. Russo)'s social commentary mixed in with the titular monsters, criminal protagonists & post-apocalyptic scifi settings, then we've got plenty of fun for your ears to listen to:
Why wasn't The Amusement Park, Knightriders or The Crazies part of his Zombie saga?
We also note how some of the villains have similarly gruesome plot arcs much like Damien in The Omen trilogy and Col. Kurtz in Apocalypse Now!
GUESTS INCLUDE:
Th...
2026-02-241h 13The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe Zombie Diaries 1 & 2 Minisode ReviewIt's yet another zombie themed week so before we discuss the winners, let's get the losers out of the way first:
Enter a double feature of the "short-lived" Dimension Films ZOMBIE DIARIES and let me sum up what little it did right in this minisode!
SONG USED:
"Cool Rock" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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2026-02-2310 minThe Jacked Up Review Show Podcast3rd Annual Mental Health & Fitness Roundtable Chat (2026)It was our third year to try yet another Mental Health and Fitness roudntable discussion and this was easily the most visceral yet relatable one we engaged in yet!
GUESTS:
Filmmaker Neurodivergent Studies Podcast Host Carolyn Kiel (Every 6 Seconds),
Filmmaker Lioness TeLaine
&
Entrepreneur Kat Diesel.
INTRO/OUTRO SONG:
"Airtrack" by Kevin MacLeod.
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2026-02-201h 46The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastHow We Got into Podcasting (with Cliff and A-aron)It's storytelling time so Cliff, A-aron and Cam dive into what keeps them going, the live podcasting shows vs. the pre-recorded events and why they will always have a mic in their face while they engage in these thought provoking chats together.
You want some inspiration packaged together with some amusing life perspectives, then this is the discussion for you!
MUSIC INTRO/OUTRO:
"Acoustic Shuffle" and "Acoustic Rock" by AudioNautix. Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
2026-02-191h 05The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastBonus Q&A with Event Planner/Celeb Belinda Gavin!We get to finally do some more exclusive interviews:
the guest that night is event planner and celeb Belinda Gavin!
TALKING POINTS:
*She talks about many famous pals who helped her out with different careers including Hunter S. Thompson as well as encountering drunk celebs like Charlie Sheen!
*She talks about her father who was part of the MAD MAX stunt team.
*Listeners might recognize some of these now-defunct L.A. based bars and talent agencies.
*And she reveals how she got to be a d...
2026-02-181h 17The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastNick Nolte TributeJames Bruno & I sum up a true underdog of many acting faces: the one, the only Nick Nolte.
Aside from a career overview, we dig into this different personas, surprising appearances and dive into what he brought into his dramatic big-screen roles.
2026-02-1747 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastShaft Movie Saga Retrospect + TributeGil, Tom & I were getting retro and funky this week so we thought we'd honor various superstars after a perfect candidate for Black History Month: the SHAFT movie franchise.
What other genre movies have done fun spiritual sequels?
Does anyone remember Samuel L. Jackson doing a hysterical WWE cross promotion?
What funny rewrite in the recent sequels was actually a perfect gesture?
Plus, we get to take a lookback at other fun recent Blaxploitation movie throwbacks!
2026-02-1635 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastReacher TV Show RecapTo finish off the Tom Clancy esque discussions, Gil and Cam do a fun summary of the first three years of the Amazon Prime's engrossing spy action mystery show REACHER.
We note how each of the first 3 seasons stands out:
Which one is the best overall,
which one had the best setting and plot twists
&
which one had the best-written villain who you instantly wanted the title character to crush when all was said & done?
Plus, predictions on the NEAGLEY spin-off show coming ou...
2026-02-1347 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFavorite Moments in Tom Clancy Movies, Shows & VideogamesWe continue the Tom Clancy tributes by chronicling our favorite moments from his movies, novels, TV shows and videogames. You've heard us review his adaptations in the past but it was way more fulfilling to dig into why so many of his properties and estate wanted to get his name on so many compelling titles.
TALKING POINTS:
*We mention more of the book and movie differences as well as how there's so many STAR WARS actors in each of these entries
*Why didn't they have AIR FORCE ONE be part of H...
2026-02-121h 11The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastTom Clancy's Splinter Cell Novels & Comic Books OverviewIn this minisode, we're getting into more of the nuts and bolts that makes the beloved yet deadly Sam Fisher character such a fascinating badass to witness:
How do the recent SPLINTER CELL novels compared to the earlier yet surprisingly bland entries?
And what do the comic novels bring to the table that other tie-ins don't necessarily do?
Grab your night vision goggles and get stealthy with us!
MUSIC USED:
"Abandoned Reservoir" by Kaveh Cohen and Michael Nielse...
2026-02-1122 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastSplinter Cell Web Series ReviewIn this overview, I continue the weekly tribute to the SPLINTER CELL videogame franchise:
I dive into the IGN Fan-Made Web Series EXTINCTION & the recent Netflix Anime Show DEATHWATCH.
Would this fan-effort entertain non-fans who just want to see a cool indie Action movie done by "do-it-yourself" folks?
How does the Netflix cartoon handle its vision with the assistance of the JOHN WICK creator?
And more pros and cons to list for these two very suspenseful visions!
MUSIC...
2026-02-1021 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastTom Clancy's Splinter Cell Videogames Mini-Retrospect (with Johnny Potoky)Johnny Potoky rejoins for a unique overview on the Tom Clancy endorsed series of Ubisoft's SPLINTER CELL videogame series.
Along the way, we also note how the military technology made this stealth game series stand out, how it differentiated from METAL GEAR SOLID and conclude with an interview clip of the voice-actors from back in the day!
2026-02-0918 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastUpdated Terminator Saga RankingWe conclude with another remastered episode: the ultimate ranking of the beloved TERMINATOR saga.
Oreo, Mike & I assembled some of the biggest podcasters and bloggers who adore the films, show, games, novels & videogames but what clever ways will they use to sum up their admiration for it?
How many of us will end up doing our best Arnie impressions to sum up our rankings?
Plus, you get to hear new segments by Jamie Ray (Fave Five from Fans Podcast) on the highlights of both GENISYS and DARK FAT...
2026-02-062h 42The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastArnie Westerns & Crime Fighting Quadruple FeatureJoin the gang for 4 key crime fighting/western oriented Arnie movie reviews in this amusing special:
Is The Villain a better cheesy movie hour for Arnie than Hercules in New York?
Where do Red Heat and Raw Deal often rank on the scale for Arnold fans?
And did The Last Stand deliver sheer whoop-ass energy despite not being quite the big comeback role for Arnold?
Chomp your cigars and giddy up, it's time for more Arnold love!
...
2026-02-0528 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastTerminator TV Shows: Sarah Connor Chronicles & Zero Anime ReviewIt's time for another duo review on two TERMINATOR TV show spin-offs:
You'll hear a partial re-edit of our admiration for Fox's short-lived SARAH CONNOR CHRONICLES adventure show followed by a mini-review on Netflix's ambitious anime TERMINATOR ZERO.
What were the characterizations, details, villains and general style that made SCC show stand apart from the competition?
Did the anime visit any interesting ideas unexplored in the other films and comics?
And why were both cancelled prematurely?
Listen to us if yo...
2026-02-0427 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastArnold Schwarzenegger Cyberpunk Movies Double Feature: The Running Man and The 6th DayOur guests and I were at the podcasting recording console and decided to sum up two cyberpunk Arnie adventures: THE RUNNING MAN and THE 6TH DAY.
We talk about the apocalyptic landscapes in these cult film as well as the unusal B-movie casst & explosive collar concept.
How did Stephen King start the MultiVerse madness prior to Marvel & DC Comics adaptations?
What would a Running Man sequel with Arnie, Bruce Campbell & Jamie Lee Curtis look like??
And what famous sporting event did The 6th Day...
2026-02-0340 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe So-Bad-They're-Good Arnold Schwarzenegger Movies (with Aaron Frescas & Chris Chapman) Aaron Frescas & Chris Chapman (See You at the Poddy, Richter Podcast) wrap up their final episode on the show for the second week in a row honoring all things Schwarzenegger and TERMINATOR related:
You heard us sum up the bad, the underrated and now it's time to conclude with us detailing our favorite trashy/"so-bad-they're-good" Arnie movies.
Which ones are enjoyed by most of his fanbase but still have questionable elements?
Which ones do we find entertaining either way?
And which ones MUST be s...
2026-02-0230 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastMichael Biehn TributeOne of our other mini-episodes is now available for your listening pleasure:
Like many of our amusing bloopers, the mics were still on but the Vern, Josh, Will & the main team were all giving a brief salute to actor/podcast host Michael Biehn.
Why was he not as big as other character actor turned leading men like Bill Paxton and Kurt Russell?
What recent comebacks and TV guest spots have we really liked him on?
And why was he not bigger outside of the...
2026-01-3012 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe 10 Most Underrated Arnold Schwarzenegger Movies (with Aaron Frescas & Chris Chapman)Aaron Frescas & Chris Chapman (See You at the Poddy, Richter Podcast) are back in the studio for another hysterical chat:
We discuss Arnie movies that we consider criminally underated but how many of them will we all agree upon?
Which ones are objectionally not great but are made better by our Austrian star's presence?
And which ones are easily solid double features with the likes of COMMANDO, THE RUNNING MAN, PREDATOR & even TRUE LIES?
OPENING QUOTE FRO...
2026-01-2928 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe 10 Worst Arnold Schwarzenegger Movies (with Aaron Frescas & Chris Chapman)Aaron Frescas & Chris Chapman (See You at the Poddy, Richter! Podcast) rejoin for more Arnie nostalgia and admiration:
All three of us discuss our 10 Bottom of the Barrel Arnie films we don't recommend anyone waste time viewing.
Which ones are surprisingly still divisive?
And which ones are morbid curiosities even though they stink to high heaven?
All that and noting why we will view anything starring hte former Mr. Olympia champion!
SOUND BITES FROM:
Kind...
2026-01-2836 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe Best Arnold Schwarzengger Movie Soundtracks & Scores (with Aaron Frescas & Chris Chapman)Aaron Frescas & Chris Chapman (See You at the Poddy, Richter Podcast) join for this and next week's Arnold Schwarzenegger related chats:
Which Arnie movie has the single best score and which ones just have unique songs featured throughout?
Which ones don't get enough love (even if the movie itself is worth ignoring)?
And which ones are surprisingly original to listen to despite the films themselves emulating Arnie's earlier success?
All tons of movie soundtrack fanfare from all different aisles here so don't miss this...
2026-01-2749 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe Best Villains in the Terminator Franchise with Gil, Mike, Oreo, Shahi Sabzevari (The Arnold Fans) & Filmmaker Jack Bennett!We start another Terminator themed week to entertain everyone's earbuds:
We detail all the various unstoppable killer machine villains in the beloved franchise but which one is our personal favorite?
Which ones unfortunately are just flat T-1000 knock-off villains and which ones don't get enough love?
Plus, we discuss proof that the T-800 killed Bill Paxton's punk character & other details that shouldn't be up for debate!
SONGS USED:
"T2 Theme" and "I Am A Cybernetic Organism, Living Tissue Over (Metal...
2026-01-2619 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe Karate Kid Saga Review (with Johnny Potoky)We end the week with tons of praise for Jackie Chan (and Pat Morita of course) with the on-going KARATE KID franchise!
How were the '80s was the perfect era for the empowering the teen protagonist in movies?
What other films used the ROCKY formula well (i.e. training montages, characters slowly changing/evolving)?
Which action stars of this era & the ones of today are really charismatic performers?
In contrast, which recent sequels did or didn't handle homages well?
In...
2026-01-2328 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastJackie Chan's Police Story (Supercop) Franchise OverviewThe penultimate episode of this Jackie Chan themed podcast week drops:
Bloggers and Filmbuffs Corey Danna & Fred Andersson enter the studio but which are their personal favorite entries in the SUPERCOP (A.K.A. POLICE STORY) franchise with Jackie and Michelle Yeoh?
How did director/stunt coordinator Stanley Tong & Jackie helm similar collaborations as a result?
What other films does Jackie portray a narc prior to this and post-POLICE STORY?
And Fred gets to note the ACES GO PLACES films being an interesting para...
2026-01-2220 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastJackie Chan's Shanghai Noon & Knights Mini-Overview (with Johnny Potoky)In this brief overview, John & I question why Jackie's SHANGHAI NOON/KNIGHTS buddy films aren't more popular with both American and international audiences:
Why isn't Part 3 out already (and can we please not make RUSH HOUR 4 while we're at it)?
How many other fun character actors and genre favorites are in these movies?
And we also note some of Jackie's earlier buddy films and lesser known roles as a member of Bruce Lee's stunt team in the '70s!
AUDIO INTRO:
2026-01-2113 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastJackie Chan's Project A Films Minisode (with Johnny Potoky)The honoring of everyone's favorite modern-day physical comedian Jackie Chan continues:
John Potoky and I reminisce about the two PROJECT A films and how they combined more acrobatic stunts while introducing Chan to do more spy movie mash-ups with his craft.
How did this inspire some of his later films like WHO AM I? and the OPERATION CONDOR series?
Which one has stuntwork that lives rent-free in genre lover's minds?
And which one is, you, the listener's personal favorite?
Sound off belo...
2026-01-2013 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastJackie Chan's Drunken Master Movies Retrospect (with Johnny Potoky)Podcaster Johnny Potoky joins me for the entire themed week of Jackie Chan January:
We summarize the DRUNKEN MASTER movies in Chan's filmography while summing up their influence on similar Hong Kong Martial Arts Comedies.
Enjoy the minisode and remember to not start these kinds of fights the next time you're out at a bar!
AUDIO CLIP INTRO USED:
Behind the Master (Drunken Master II: 2002 Dimension Films DVD Special Feature)
2026-01-1919 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastHunger Games, Divergent & Maze Runner Type Apocalyptic Teen Blockbusters Overview (with Kevin Israel)Comedian & Podcaster Kevin Israel returns to help me sum up some of the different teen/young adult apocalyptic book adaptations that divide audiences.
Why do they remind us how some of the '90s "Hunt or Be Hunted" movies were so much better?
Why are TV shows often more successful at getting their vision across?
And can any non-fans REALLY tell the Hunger Games, Maze Runner & Divergent franchises apart from one another?
Grab your bow-and-arrows and come hunting with us!
2026-01-1642 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastKiller Baby Franchises: It's Alive & Basket Case Review (with Crystal Hairston)Crystal Hairston drops back into the studio to discuss two outrageously over-the-top Killer Baby Franchises: It's Alive & Basket Case!
Why were both coincidentally turnt into trilogies?
Was It's Alive one of Larry Cohen's more coherent B-pictures or was it more cheesy/low-brow fun?
Are any of the Basket Case films competently made or are they more of the trashy fun variety?
Come sit and listen with us as we continue this nostalgia themed podcast week!
2026-01-1521 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe Princess Bride Movie & Book RetrespectDrop your Sword as we discuss the movie and book version of William Goldman's scripted THE PRINCESS BRIDE!
It's The Purple Rose of Cairo meets Monty Python in this endlessly rewatchable tale.
We also mention some less discussed trivia, some of the underrated jokes, the music talent involved & some of the other films it's inspired.
PLEASE NOTE:
We recorded this long before the sudden murder of beloved filmmaker Rob Reiner but we knew that as we had to start off the year...
2026-01-1445 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFavorite Episodes of The Twilight ZoneThe podcast quintet is back to sum up the freakiest mysteries, memorably written scifi, well-acted terror, fascinating fantasies & most creative episodes featured on the original TWILIGHT ZONE.
SONG INTRO:
"The Twilight Zone" by The Great Luke Ski
2026-01-1318 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastInfamous & Cheesy Fun Clint Eastwood Movies RetrospectIn this amusing re-edit, my beyond talented guests sum up some of the most bizarre, whacky, infamous and sometimes puzzling movies in Clint Eastwood's filmography.
We're all fans here but there are some which pose tons of questions with can only be answered with various shrugs (if not sighs).
What's your some of your favorite cheesy Clint Eastwood movies?
GUESTS INCLUDE:
Jeffrey Rhodes (Unapologetically Stupid Podcast),
Jay Skipworth (Film Strip Podcast),
Sean Phillips (Guys at the Movies)
&
2026-01-1236 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFictional Crossovers That Should've Happened!We conclude the first week of the new year with a hysterical chat on crossovers/versus matches in fiction that should've been (but never were)!
Why didn't Tony Stark's dad & the Rocketeer team up in a steampunk adventure?
Should Jack Torrance & Patrick Bateman be in an axe fight match?
Why don't Jason Bourne & John Wick face-off?
Why are the Harlem Globe Trotters thrown into any encounter nowadays?
Would Dr. Katz & The Critic put up with each other's crap?
2026-01-0948 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFavorite Riddick Movie Moments (with Oreo Brewer)Oreo Brewer joins me back on the show as we discuss some of our favorite moments from the RIDDICK movies.
Are there other shows and anime that feel somewhat influenced by this mysterious ex-con who can see in the dark?
Why is there still a thirst for this saga this many years later?
What was the most dangerous planet he set foot on?
All that and more chronicles!
2026-01-0849 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastAdam West Cult Movies Minisode Tribute (with JJ & TOM!)JJ, Tom & I were on one of several other casual pop culture discussions and in the midst of that we briefly summed up a brief overview on some oddball movies in Adam West's lengthy career.
Enjoy and be ready to learn something else about the late great legend!
2026-01-0708 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastPolice Academy Comedic Saga Review (with Tim Caldwell)Moviebuff colleague Tim Caldwell joins us for another outrageous chat: an amusing summary of the divisive POLICE ACADEMY film series.
How did this change up the dumb comedy format?
What other movies besides Caddyshack & Beverly Hills Cop have improvised every scene?
What's the funniest reference to this franchise in recent history?
All that and more (including why VERY FEW were fortunate to never see the infamous cartoon show spin-off)!
2026-01-0642 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastOne Season Wonders & Infamous Programming (with JJ Bruno!)We premiere the first week of Season 13 with no shortage of the usual uncanny content:
We start one of five different episodes where we reminisce about entertainment treasures. For the first episode, James & I decided to dive into some infamous TV programs as well as some truly bizarre "One Season Wonders."
Sit down, grab a chair & feel free to let us know if you recognize any of these crazy shows we name-drop!
2026-01-052h 02The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastLuc Besson's SciFi Fantasy Trilogy: The Fifth Element, Lockout & Valerian (with Oreo Brewer & Johnny Potoky)We conclude the 12th Season the day after Christmas for a minisode on Luc Besson's SciFi Fantasy Trilogy: The Fifth Element, Lockout & Valerian.
Guests Oreo Brewer & Johnny Potoky bring up how these pre-STAR WARS comics and fantasy elements helped these film adaptations come to life in a post-mega blockbuster movie world.
Is FIFTH ELEMENT the most successful Bruce Willis film outside of his earlier '90s work (and is Korben Dallas his best role given how it allows him more comedic work while spoofing his DIE HARD ego)?
...
2025-12-2616 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastBruce Willis' Detective Knight Trilogy Minisode ReviewOn Christmas Day, you're getting more bullshit starring Bruce Willis for the holiday:
I briefly sum up Willis' final franchise that is both DIE HARD inspired and a rather forced homage/tribute on top of that.
Can you tell any of the 3 entries apart or do they all fade together?
Were any of them different in quality or was it all one overlong mess?
Plus, a brief spotlight on the indie director/producer duo (who also co-star in these films)!
2025-12-2516 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe Unofficial Die Hard Movie Sequels (with Summer Brooks & Ethan Weeks!)Summer Brooks & Ethan Weeks joke with the podcast crew for this minisode about Action-Mystery films by Bruce Willis/Shane Black/Joel Silver that could've easily been a DIE HARD sequel.
Why is THE LAST BOY SCOUT mainly a LETHAL WEAPON movie co-starring John McClane?
Why is THE COLOR OF NIGHT a Giallo Erotic Thriller Mystery with a brief McClane car chase?
Plus, we also get to joke about other roles he did that are mainly Willis still in MOONLIGHTING mode!
FILMS DISCU...
2025-12-2410 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastBruce Willis VOD & Limited Release Movies Review (with Caomh McGillion)Caomh McGillion briefly stops by to help Cam sum up Bruce Willis' 30 VOD & Limited Release Movies prior to his retirement.
Which initial ones were rather reasonable B-movies/unofficial DIE HARD sequels?
Which ones easily rivaled the most infamous Steven Seagal/Mel Gibson/John Travolta/Sylvester Stallone/Eric Roberts/Mickey Rourke movies of late?
How did the producer of NARC/LONE SURVIVOR/THE IRISHMAN orchestrate such a ponzi scheme with these bottom-of-the-barrel Action flicks?
Were any of the other ensemble comedies & mystery flicks surprisingly well...
2025-12-231h 03The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastDie Hard IS a Christmas Movie (with actual proof!)It's yet another DIE HARD themed Christmas Week to conclude the podcasting year:
Various guests return to cite irrefutable proof that DIE HARD (and even the 2nd & 5th sequel) are Christmas/Winter themed movies while playing the Christmas related music & dialogue from the film itself!
GUESTS INCLUDE:
Jasen Bach, Oliver Rockside, Summer Brooks, Ethan Weeks, Ken Bates, Cliff Stevenson & A-aron Landerville
MUSIC PLAYED:
"Christmas in Hollis" by Run-D.M.C.
"Let It Snow" by Vaughn Monroe
"Fuck Chri...
2025-12-2214 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFavorite Lethal Weapon Moments (with (with Jasen Bach, Oliver Rockside, Summer Brooks & Ethan Weeks)The week concludes with a retrospect on our favorite moments in the LETHAL WEAPON films.
Which movies started the "cut the red or blue wire" trope?
How much improvised comedy were in these films?
Are these the films that made Mel Gibson go crazy (or was it always unavoidable)?
All that and more summaries of physical comedy at its late '80s best!
GUESTS:
Jasen Bach, Oliver Rockside, Summer Brooks & Ethan Weeks
SONG...
2025-12-1937 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastJoel Silver Movie Villains SpecialEvery good (or bad) movie needs an awesome villain and producer Joel Silver ensured that was the case with most of his movies.
We mention all kinds of antagonists rom Lethal Weapon & 48 Hrs.
To The Warriors, Executive Decision & Die Hard
To Demolition Man, Streets of Fire, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, The Losers & Ricochet
To The Last Boy Scout, Ninja Assassin, Demon Knight, Predator & Road House.
How many actors keep being reused in all of his movies?
P.S. Al Leong is stil...
2025-12-1839 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFilmmakers Joel Silver & Shane Black Retrospect (with Jasen Bach, Oliver Rockside, Summer Brooks & Ethan Weeks)Another all-star crew assembles for the rest of this month to highlight the beloved Action Comedies brought to life by antsy producer Joel Silver & witty screenwriter Shane Black.
What fictional movie producer characters are clearly inspired by Joel Silver's colorful antics?
Why did Shane Black make the best kind of cynical comedy & holiday movie mayhem mash-ups for the longest time?
All that and more uncanny film history!
GUESTS INCLUDE:
Jasen Bach,
Oliver Rockside,
Summer Brooks
2025-12-171h 04The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastRambo Film Saga Review (with Oreo Brewer, Josh Hansen & Cliff Stevenson)The infamous Stallone franchise rankings continue this holiday season because, yes, the original RAMBO is set at Christmas!
Oreo, Cliff & Josh return to share their amusing rankings on everyone's favorite Green Beret led franchise.
TALKING POINTS INCLUDE:
*We also give out exploding arrows & "Fuck 'Ems" as our measure of rating the films
*Much like ROCKY V, there are surprisingly some fans of RAMBO 5 (and it's not the same person, trust me)
*Is this still the rare franchise that balanced out low-brow sounding premises with psychological thrills and ta...
2025-12-1627 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastRocky and Creed Saga Review (with Cliff Stevenson, Josh Hansen & Oreo Brewer!)Prepare for another week of blockbuster '80s movies set at Christmas time:
Cliff Stevenson, Josh Hansen & Oreo Brewer return to help us sort and rank the ROCKY and CREED movie franchise.
TALKING POINTS INCLUDE:
*Should Rocky blame that toy robot of his for all the bad luck he endures?
*We also talk about how Philadelphia is just as vital a character & the inspiring music used in the saga
*What if Rocky & Rambo were the same character...?
*Why wasn't Carl Weathers in more fr...
2025-12-1548 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastHanna-Barbera Cartoons Retrospect Part 2We finish what we started last Christmas season: discussing some deep dives in the Hanna-Barbera cartoon catalogue.
Which installments didn't get much replay?
And which ones should totally be hunted down and viewed by all generations who desire quality cartoon time with the family?
Laugh, run and talk with us as we're on fire here talking about pure nostalgia for all age groups!
2025-12-121h 28The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe West Wing Christmas Episodes ReviewedWe got to keep in the Christmas spirit by mentioning more atypical ways to celebrate the holiday so I bring up the six season-appropriate episodes of THE WEST WING.
Which episode is not a good stand-alone episode?
Which episode has the holiday featured but barely spends much time on making use of that setting?
And which ones are just plain good television in general?
SONGS USED:
"The Oval Office To Main Title ," "Walking the West Wing" and "Ways and Means...
2025-12-1122 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastTribute + Retrospect on Talkshow Host Mister RogersWe decided to do a wonderful showcase + tribute to the legacy of TV host Mister Rogers.
TALKING POINTS INCLUDE:
*Mike, Gil & I all get to discuss the documentary and Tom Hanks biopic on the subject matter
*James also talks about how his dad worked at a Sears & Roebuck company that was a sponsor for the show back in the day
*Does Keith David get any fanmail from being on this show?
*We also discuss the many network & cable TV channel's programs for different Captain Kangeroo type material at this t...
2025-12-101h 16The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe Paintball Episodes of Community Review with Matt Pritchett (Communites on Twitter)Guest what awesome sitcom parodies DIE HARD and other Christmas/Action movies? Matt Pritchett joins me to discuss the four key episodes from COMMUNITY that parody '80s blockbuster movies
What are some other neat running gags, holiday specials and surprise humor that doesn't get enough love?
Who is the deadliest with their paintball skills??
And when are we finally getting that movie reunion???
Follow Matt (Communites on Twitter) :
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2025-12-091h 20The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe Roast of Game of Thrones!In our first ever Comedy Roast special, we decided to unleash it during the holiday season for a winter-filled franchise known as HBO's GAME OF THRONES:
Like any roast, we get to the nitty and gritty about why it created a divisive fanbase, the lack of proper plot outlines & end with some compliments.
ROASTERS:
Gil Palmer, James Bruno, Tom Lindaman & Cam Sully
GUESTS:
Oreo Brewer & Josh Hansen
INTRO:
I've Been Meaning to Watch That's Manika Dulci...
2025-12-0831 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFavorite Moments in the Gremlins MoviesIt's time for another annual special to two of our favorite Christmas time movies of all time: GREMLINS 1 & 2.
What is the most cynical line of dialogue by far?
Despite the first film being rather violent, isn't it surprisingly how low the body count actually is?
What other funny easter eggs on corporations, Hollywood & celebrity personas will you find in the sequel?
All that while avoiding getting anything wet!
OUR GUESTS INCLUDE:
John Paul Dozier & Charlie Hildebr...
2025-12-0525 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastSnowpiercer TV Series Minisode ReviewA look at the cancelled then later rescued cable TV epic SNOWPIERCER occurs in this minisode:
*What solid casting does this edgy mature audience-minded show contain?
*What does this do with the premise that is way more captivating than the movie version?
*And what does it offer apart from other apocalyptic genre offerings?
SONGS USED:
"Delay Rock" and "Exit the Premises" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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2025-12-0411 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastBret Easton Ellis Adaptations Double Feature: American Psycho (2000) & The Rules of Attraction (2002) (with Boomer from Podcast in the Woods)!Boomer (from Podcast in the Woods) joins me to summarize Bret Easton Ellis' satirical look at terrible human beings disguised as established elites.
How much more graphic is the book version of AMERICAN PSYCHO and what are some surprising trivia about how it got greenlit?
What sequence of events actually did happen and which ones were in Patrick Bateman's demented mind?
Why was RULES OF ATTRACTION appropriate subject matter for Quentin Tarantino's partner-in-crime Roger Avery?
All that and other books by Ellis that could...
2025-12-031h 21The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFavorite Silent Night Deadly Movie Moments (with Comedian & Podcaster Hoff Matthews)YT Comedian/Podcaster Hoff Matthews joins me to sum up our favorite moments about the so-bad-it's-good slasher dark comedy franchise SILENT NIGHT DEADLY NIGHT.
Which installment would be so much better if it loosened up on the disturbing backstory?
Is the first sequel still one of the best quotable bad movies of all time?
Are director Brian Yuzna's later entries honestly the best?
All this and theories on if it inspired other OTT comedies!
FOLLOW HOFF MA...
2025-12-0238 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe Bourne Identity (1988) Miniseries & The Bourne Conspiracy Videgame Review MinisodeIt's time for more unofficial Christmas/Winter set movies and more for this holiday season so get ready as we go into overdrive in delivering more whacky entertainment for your earbuds:
I decided it was time to revisit the Christmas backdrop set other adaptations of THE BOURNE IDENTITY.
In this minisode, you get a look at the original '80s mini-series event as well as the criminally underrated fighting game THE BOURNE CONSPIRACY which combines elements of the books and the movies!
MUSIC USED:
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2025-12-0114 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastMST3k & RiffTrax Movies That Don't Stink! (with Tom & JJ!)To close out the parent's basement themed week, Tom & JJ reflect with Cam on the infamous movies featured on Mystery Science Theater 3000/RiffTrax that actually aren't a pain to endure nor unwatchable.
There Are Worser Crimes Against Cinema!
SONG USED:
"A Clown in the Sky" by Farid Barron Trio
2025-11-281h 56The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastActor/Filmmaker Jack Nicholson Tribute (with Oreo Brewer, Jeff Kerr & Interviewer Jimmy Carter)Filmbuff Jeff Kerr, Poet Oreo Brewer & the usual podcasting suspects welcome interviewer Jimmy Carter for a tribute on actor/filmmaker Jack Nicholson.
TOPICS INCLUDE:
*Discussion on his rare appeal with both critics & audiences, the best parodies of him & how his career is a special kind of lightning in a bottle
*When did he become the recognizable "character" while avoid becoming a mockery of himself?
*We note the dramatic beats & Natural cadence in his dialogue mixed with his quirky charisma)
*Was ventriloquist comedian Otto Petersen the best at d...
2025-11-2752 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFavorite Moments on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (with Tim Smith & Gil Palmer)We get to sum up our favorite quotes, character studies, battles & recurring mysteries on the spin-off Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.
What is more gripping here compared to other Trek outings?
How does it handle a throwback to the original show while balancing out legal arguments, planetary terror, tech talk & tactical action like the later shows became known for?
SONGS USED:
"End Credits" and "Subspace Rhapsody End Credits Melody" by Jeff Russo
2025-11-2635 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe Bletchley Circle TV Series Review MinisodeIn this Minisode, I reflect on a special kind of spy/mystery show you might'be encountered on Masterpiece Theater:
THE BLETCHLEY CIRCLE.
The premise involves some British code-breakers who must track down unusual serial killings during the '50s. Is it going to appeal to those who want some first-class TV or only the cozy viewing crowd? Find out in this quick reflection on one of the many recent small-screen hits.
SONGS USED:
"Chase" and "Pulse Rock" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed und...
2025-11-2511 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastPixar's Toy Story Saga Tribute (with Oreo Brewer & James Bruno & More!)It's another week of talking about key pop culture stuff you might've encountered in random capacities (if not your parent's basement); check this out:
We've got a tribute to the revolutionary TOY STORY saga that launched Pixar into being the king of the CGI animated drama style with gripping scripts, animation breakthroughs and noteworthy characters.
To start us off as we speak on the four movies, TV specials, videogames, meta-storybooks & rather appropriate merchandise, we got 3 exclusive voicemails from mega-cartoon fans:
Dina Gonzalez (and her son Draken),
Dr. Nic Hoffman (M...
2025-11-2456 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFavorite Moments & Characters on HBO's The Sopranos (with Josh Hansen & Oreo Brewer)Bada-bing, bada-boom:
it's time for us to finally discuss our favorite moments and characters from HBO's The Sopranos.
Other discussions include joking about the failed attempt to syndicate it on other edited TV networks & James gets to do his best Tony Soprano impressions!
GUESTS INCLUDE:
Poet & YouTuber Oreo Brewer
Josh Hansen (Baseball's Bastard Son, Action Movie Book Club)
2025-11-2144 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFavorite Dick Wolf TV Show VillainsEveryone's encountered a Dick Wolf TV show production at one point whether it's while sick in bed from school or at a random party so it's time to have others note the absolute most memorable antagonists (who were either one-offs or a recurring presence).
How many were corrupt big pharma suits, corrupt detectives or shady prosecutors and how many were atypical thieves, spree killers and truly shameless crimelords?
Some quick and to-the-point reminiscing about some clever must-see TV that resembles a potboiling, page-turning novel!
SHO...
2025-11-201h 39The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastWhacky Comic Book Versus MatchesWe continue our hysterical group conversations to reflect on some of the whackiest comic book versus matches in publishing history.
Talking Points include:
*Is the Darkseid Vs. Galactus match underrated?
*Did you know that the Green Hornet & Lone Ranger were related?
*Why did they make a DC Comics Vs. Mortal Kombat event when there was no fatalities?
*We also surprise each other with crazy trivia
GUESTS FEATURED:
Daniel "Nightmare Nerd" Ryan,
Oreo Brewer,
The Predator Minute trio (Cliff Ste...
2025-11-1930 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastBest Moments on NYPD Blue (with the Asher Bros.)In this re-edit, I had the podcasting duo the Asher Brothers on to discuss our favorite moments of the TV classic NYPD Blue.
Why do so many people take the show out of context and not get the blunt discussion on getting over one's bigotry?
What thrilling and dramatic moments perfectly reveal societal imperfections?
And which characters had some of the best plot arcs in TV history?
(TRIGGER WARNING: SOME CLIPS CONTAIN INAPPROPRIATE LANGUAGE BUT WE BUILD UP TO THE CONTEXT)
2025-11-181h 17The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastComedic Smartass Filmmaker Mel Brooks Tribute (with Brad Mendenhall)Brad Mendenhall (Cosmic Geppetto Podcast) joins us to mention actor & comedy TV writer turned filmmaker Mel Brooks in this tribute.
We also mention some less talked about trivia, his accolades for perfecting all kinds of humor & the historical landmarks comedy clubs that Mel and his writing buddies frequented!
2025-11-172h 03The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFavorite Moments on Desiganted Survivor (with Dina Gonzalez, Ben Waterworth & GameDotFilm)Cam Sully & Ben Waterworth (The Oz Network Movie-TV Recaps) sum up the 24 inspired TV show DESIGNATED SURVIVOR and try to convince GameDotFilm (from 3ReelCinema) to see it.
Along the way, you'll hear more summaries of the best moments for this show's three season run as well as clips from contributor Dina Gonzalaz from the podcast archives.
Why didn't this get two more seasons before being rescued (then cancelled) by Netflix?
What new takes on current politics while mixing it with DIE HARD/WEST WING type thrills did the...
2025-11-1438 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe 24 Best Characters on 24 (with GameDotFilm, Ben Waterworth & Rocki’n Lithma)Rocki’n Lithma (Jack Bauer & Scofield Chronicles on Youtube) joins GameDotFilm (from 3ReelCinema) & Ben Waterworth (The Oz Network Movie-TV Recaps) as Cam moderates the continued 24 related discussion:
We gave you our favorite moments, season rankings and 24 best episodes so let's give some love to the 24 best characters from the entire franchise.
Which ones do we want to see return someday?
And which ones were so badass that the rest looked like amateurs in comparison?
More fandom is complimented, one podcast episode at a time!
2025-11-1345 minThe Jacked Up Review Show Podcast24 TV Show Saga Ranking (with GameDotFilm)GameDotFilm (from 3ReelCinema) rejoins to sum up the 10 seasons, Redemption TV movie, books, comics & novels for the entire saga.
What seasons would we recommend to casual viewers?
Which ones don't get enough love?
Which ones SHOULD rank higher due to their brilliant second act plot twist?
And which ones will you see anyway (despite the fan & critical hatred)?
Get to the chopper, bring a TAC team & get ready to disarm some bombs with us!
2025-11-1232 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFavorite Moments on the TV Show 24 (with GameDotFilm & Ben Waterworth)GameDotFilm (from 3ReelCinema) & Ben Waterworth (The Oz Network Movie-TV Recaps) join for the rest of the week in this summary of the absolute best moments on the 24 TV show saga.
What was a great moment that made up for a bad subplot?
What kinetic editing, villainous actors & presidential speeches are often cited as the best by fans?
And which moments made us actually yell "Dammit!" at the screen?
All that and plenty of other time-ticking podcasting!
2025-11-111h 21The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe 24 Best Episodes of 24Join us for the Jack Bauer themed week where we utilized the best social, political, exciting & downright memorable moments of FOX's edgy mystery adventure:
To start it off, I list the (appropriately named) 24 best episode of the show. Whether or not you want to binge this again or just want a "Best Of" sample, you've come to the right place!
SONGS USED:
"Day 1: Palmer's Theme," "Day 7: Matter Of Trust" and "Day 9: Finale" by Sean Callery
2025-11-1051 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastTremors Franchise Overivew (with Levi Dylan Burzlaff-Luett)I'm joined by podcaster & author Levi Dylan Burzlaff-Luett to discuss the unapolegetic B-movie action horror scifi comedy mishmash that is the TREMORS franchise.
Talking Points Include:
*We also note the different ways how big-budget studios market mainstream B-movies
*Why fans unnecessarily politicize this franchise?
*Why Universal didn't involve the creators in future installments
*And the Pasadena Convention of 2025 where saga fans gathered!
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2025-11-071h 41The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastSWAT and SEAL Team CBS TV Show Action Duo Review (with Jade Seaberry!)Cam straps in for tactical action, Jade Seaberry (Diverse Toons Podcast) leave a badass voicemail & two CBS epics get all the love in the world.
How visceral did SEAL Team truly get?
What fun twist on the cop genre did SWAT offer?
How edgier did the former get on Paramount + streaming?
What is that SWAT spin-off looking like (and guess what other edgy shows it shared a universe with)?
Suit up, cowboy up & get ready to binge with us as th...
2025-11-0647 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastSyFy Channel's Boa & Python Movie Saga Mini-RetrospectSyFy Channel's crowning achievement in goofy movie knock-offs gets a brief summary: BOA VS. PYTHON!
Aside from some interesting star power, no nonsense pacing & making its low-budget work for its already sarcastic nature, where does this crossover franchise even rank among other B-movie franchises?
Inbetween the sequels summary, you'll also get to hear some other quips and clips from the 2004 TV ratings smash hit!
2025-11-0513 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastThe Best Stargate SG-1 Saga Villains (with Probing the Wormhole Podcast)We love doing a special where we talk about the biggest villains in a movie/TV franchise and STARGATE SG-1 was next on the docket:
How often does Ba'al (and his many clones) often die-onscreen?
Was Apophis or Maybourne the bigger villain every viewer loved to despise?
Were the Wraith truly scary?
And which villain had some deliberately amusing lines that made us look forward to the heroes facing off with them (in space no less)?
Open up the Iris...
2025-11-0437 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastJames Nguyen's Birdemic Trilogy Minisode ReviewAn overview on the infamous BIRDEMIC movies commences for another spectacles themed week:
Why does this "filmmaker" actually consider himself competent and other infamous guys like Tommy Wiseau to be amateurs?
Where does schlock like this rank when it's only enjoyable for the wrong reasons?
And how many other comedians have amusing stories about seeing this dumpster fire of a film series?
SONGS USED:
"THIS IS BIRDEMIC (Birdemic Theme Song)" by Chamber of Pudd
"Hanging Out Wi...
2025-11-0311 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFilmmaker Peter Bogdonavich minisode (with Paul Derby!)We end the week with an amusing blooper where Paul Derby and my usual cohorts all kept talking and, alas, we gave a brief summary of everything you possibly need to know about one of cinema's late greats: Peter Bogdonavich.
In under 20 minutes, we also discuss his Orson Welles friendship and movie collaborations)
We also discuss some other funny discoveries & happenings before getting onto the subject.
2025-10-3116 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastBloodfist Movies Minisode Review (with Johnny Potoky!)In another minisode, author Johnny Potoky (Attack of the B-Movies Podcast) sums up the 8 perfect MMA fighting movies starring genre favorite Don "The Dragon" Wilson.
We then go into details on how this guy got started in this crazy industry, the bizarrely yet differently awesome plots of each installment & the whacky names Wilson goes by in each installment!
CLIPS USED:
2023 Interview with Don Wilson on Life is a Gamble Podcast
2025-10-3022 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastJim Wynorski's Komodo Vs. Cobra B-Movie Creature FeaturesHere we go with a SyFy Channel production that nonetheless is helmed by one Roger Corman's partners-in-crime with much of the same type of Creature Feature send-up:
The KOMODO VS. COBRA films are summarized in this minisode. Don't miss the shenanigans!
SONGS USED:
"Pump" and "Tenebrous Brothers Carnival - Snake Lady" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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2025-10-2910 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastRoger Corman's The Hunt for Eagle One Films Double FeatureContinuing with the Roger Corman themed week, I review the HUNT FOR EAGLE ONE men on a mission films. These explosive outings star Mark Dacascos (John Wick 3, Crying Freeman), Theresa Randle (Bad Boys films, King of New York) and Rutger Hauer (Blade Runner, The Hitcher).
I also get to briefly summarize Roger's Filipino war movie productions and how some of these B-movie filmmakers end up having successful TV careers after getting their feet wet with these schlocky fun productions!
SONGS USED:
"Harmful or Fatal," "Rocket" and "Urban Gau...
2025-10-2816 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFilmmaker Roger Corman Mini-Tribute + RetrospectWe share with you a raw & in-the-moment sitdown on Prolific B-Movie Producer Roger Corman.
We sat on this as we wanted to give everyone time to process the beloved filmmaker's loss while also framing it mainly on why he resonates with so many of us many film nerds.
After starting off with a 1982 David Letterman interview clip, we dive deeper into some of the future A-list talent mentored by Corman, talk less-discussed trivia & address the crappy comments made by (the otherwise talented) screenwriter Paul Schrader over Corman's passing.
L...
2025-10-2723 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastRetrospect + Tribute to the Music Group Linkin Park (with Johnny Potoky and Oreo Brewer)Johnny Potoky & Oreo Brewer join me in this retrospect/tribute on the divisive yet influential music group LINKIN PARK
Talking Points Include:
*How this band and Nine Inch Nails both become healing music
*We critique the sexist trolls & people who were never going to accept any new Linkin Park material as being the main problem
*How people love to hate ANYTHING they do even though they're not fans & how the group got a better ethical character compared to other garbage rock bands
*The dark realities of Chester B...
2025-10-241h 01The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastEverything Pirates of the Caribbean! (with Oreo Brewer)Oreo Brewer returns to sum up everything we love about the adventure fantasy film franchise PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN.
What were the videogames, merchandise & the Theme Park Ride like?
Were there any other decent pirate films that came out between this and NATE AND HAYES?
Who's our favorite supporting character?
All that (and zero discussion of any problematic actors associated with this saga)!
SONGS USED:
"Humanity Sector (No Choir)" by Pfeifer Broz. Music (used in POTC...
2025-10-231h 31The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastFavorite Moments on The Closer/Major CrimesPrepare for a fun revisit as we list our favorite moments on the hit TNT TV series franchise: THE CLOSER and its follow-up MAJOR CRIMES.
Guest Lila Morrill, who's a civilian working for the police dept., gets to rate the accuracy as well.
How many brutal bomb defusings, intense shoot-outs, blunt interrogations & welcome office humor make this a cut above most procedurals?
How many STAR TREK & BREAKING BAD actors were on this HOMICIDE/BONES type show?
All that and why both actors Raymond Cruz...
2025-10-221h 05The Jacked Up Review Show PodcastCult Franchise Mini-Review of Monsters & Monsters 2: Dark ContintentPrepare for a brief overview on another monster movie franchise:
Does MONSTERS rank as Gareth Edwards' best creative endeavor thus far or is it more of a reminder for what his later big-budget blockbusters will be like?
Does the starpower in these low-budget outings really enhance the visuals and premise or do they leave much to be desired?
Find out in this positive yet critical reflection as we remind you on how so many A-listers start small when first getting into this chaotic movie business!
2025-10-2112 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastCult Franchise Mini-Retrospect: 4 Different Poseidon Adventures ReviewedThe original POSEIDON ADVENTURE, its sequel and two other versions all get reviewed for this excitement themed week.
What are disaster films that you adore (flaws and all)? Sound off in the comments below if you dare!
SONGS USED:
"The Poseidon Adventure Main Theme" by John WIlliams.
"Urban Gauntlet" and "Summon the Rawk" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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2025-10-2020 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastReview of 3 SciFi Terror Adventure Movies by Filmmaker Roger Christian (Star Wars & Alien crewmember, Battlefield Earth director)!Prepare for another deep dives into more cult movie findings:
Multigenre filmmaker Roger Christian will always be celebrate for his contributions to the Star Wars and Alien franchise as well as mocked for his Battlefield Earth infamy. But in this sit-down, I get to illustrate three special B-movies of his that revisit the terrain he did best as well as throwbacks to other terror/adventure genre cinema.
Enjoy my friends!
MUSIC USED:
"Ghostpocalyse," "Delay Rock," "Curse of the Scarab," "Broken Reality," "Vadavo...
2025-10-1721 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastA Summary of Nic Cage and John Travolta's VOD/DTV Movies (with Crystal Hairston)Tag along with us as we take a special trip straight into Hell: Crystal Hairston helps me navigate the innumerable limited releases and VOD film entries by both Nicolas Cage and John Travolta.
After this, you'll realize that fan loyalty to actors just needs to stop!
2025-10-1623 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastNetflix Miniseries BEHIND HER EYES Review MinisodeThe morbid curiosity continues this week with a brief reflection on a sleeper hit mini-series: BEHIND HER EYES.
What's a show that you saw on Netflix that no one talks about (but they really honestly should?).
A huge thanks to Jenelle (AKA Ponytail of Justice) on Twitter for recommending this criminally underrated psychological endeavor. If you want something akin to DEAD CALM or GONE GIRL, you've come to the right place!
SONG USED:
"Harmful or Fatal" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licen...
2025-10-1510 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastDavid Lynch Tribute (with Predator Minute, Ken Bates & The Vern!)Four of our true MVPs on the show reflect on why the late David Lynch touched so many souls in his hard-to-describe filmography.
Why do so many other people go wrong by creating an ambigious fantasy world and why did he maintain people's trust in his visions?
So much to unpack here but no shortage of praise in this sit-down!
2025-10-1418 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastReeker Movies Review MinisodeDave Payne's supernatural slasher franchise includes elements of everything from creature features to heist and road trip films but is it successful at any of those things?
In this double feature minisode, we get into why these bizarre low-budget films kept being discovered on the movie channels!
SONGS USED:
"Interloper," "Oppressive Gloom" and "Vadadora" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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2025-10-1317 minThe Jacked Up Review Show PodcastDark Winds Season 2 & 3 Review + Interview with Castmember Alonso RappaAfter a brief review of the edgy AMC Network show DARK WINDS, Cam gets to interview co-star of last season: Alonso Rappa!
Alonso was a delight to have sum up the acting industry, his other upcoming gigs and keeping this creative process positive.
How did Season 2 of this Tony Hillerman adaptation really raise the bar?
What did Season 3 do that was really divisive with both the plotting and the way they adapted the characters?
Will Season 4 soar to new heights or is this show...
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