Cinema Recall

Hello All. The Vern is back to give you his thoughts on some new and classic movies on this brand new episode. I talk about some Criterion Blu Ray's I picked up and movies I grabbed at my local library.Next I review three movies currently playing in theaters,The Odyssey, Supergirl(2026) and The Invite.I also review a fun micro budget horror feature called, Cutlery which you can watch on⁠ YouTube⁠Shout out to my friend Kristyn who shot footage of my intro at The Heights Theater. Check out her music on ⁠Y...

The Vern gives his quick thoughts on Her Private Hell. The new movie from Nicholas Winding Refn (The Neon Demon, Drive) about killer who is stalking women during the making of a sci fi movie.. It features, Sophie Thatcher, Charles Melton and others in the cast.
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Stanley Kubrick created one of the most influential science fiction movies of all time when he made 2001: A Space Odyssey
I am very honered to be presenting this feature in glorious 70mm at The Heights Theater https://heightstheater.com/& am reposting our episode on it to help celebrate it's release. Thank you to Minnesota Film Critics Association for haing me involved.My guest is Damien Riley formally of Riley on Film and now he has a music career. You can follow him on YouTube
Thank you all and enjoy the show.

On today's show. The Vern welcomes directors and writer, Jud Nichols  and Adam Burke  along with actor Carter Monahan to talk about their new dramatic horror feature, Wet Paper Bag. A movie about a true crime podcast host search for her missing sister that leads her to a wellness center. Where things are not quite as they may seem.We had a fun conversation discussing how this project came to be made and discuss many of its themes and messages as wellFind out more about Wet Paper Bag by visiting websitehttps://wetpaperbagfilm.com/

On today's episode. I'm sharing my guest spot on Franchise Detours with Robert Yaniz jr talking about the original Supergirl from 1984. With a brand new movie coming to theaters next week. I thought this would be a great opportunity to revisit the one that started it all.
Listen to the full version of our discussion on Supergirl by visiting this link 'Supergirl' (featuring The Vern) Franchise Detours
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During the recording of our all new audio drama of Reservoir Dogs. I had to re record some voices for both Mr. White (voiced by Leona Zolata) and Mr, Orange (Voiced by Jaylan Salah Salman) So I brought them together for a recording session and you get to experience the fun we had making it.
Listen to the full finished version ⁠Reservoir Dogs The Audio Drama⁠

On today's episode I speak with director Kerry Mondragon about his new twisted, psychedelic feature. Wetiko. We discuss issues trying to shoot in the jungle on actual film, Kerry's internship working for director Spike Lee. or own interpretations of what the movie actually means and so muchmore.
Read my review of Wetiko on our websitehttps://www.cinemarecall.net/2026/05/wetiko-written-review.html
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On today's show, The Vern looks at a wide assortment of movies .First he talks about some recent physical media pick ups and after that he gives his quick thoughts on recent movies in theatersObsession (with some thoughts on Backrooms)Scary Movie (2026)I Love BoostersOver Your Dead Body andBillie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft( Featuring my sister Heather)

For this episode of Recalling Rodriguez we are discussing the antholgy film, Four Rooms and more specifically. The third section called, The Misbehaviors. Featuring Antonio Banderas and Tamlyn Tomita as two parents who want to celebrate New Years Eve but don't have anyone to watch over their two kids( Lana McKissack, Danny Verduzco). So in enters Ted THe Bellboy( Tim Roth) who is paid a lot of money to babysit them. What could possibly go wrong??
Joining The Vern to discuss this short film from Robert Rodriguez is The Reverend Scott K from The Church of Tarantino Podcast
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Ever have one of those days where you go to work and then realize you have no controll over what you do. It's like some person is controlling all your actions. Worst yet, all of your friends are under some sort of spell and you can't help because some jerk is able to hypnotize someone with little effort. What do you do.Well you let film experts like The Vern and his guest Cam Sully of Jacked Up Review Show Podcast to talk about the film, Hypnotize. Directed by Robert Rodriguez & Starring Ben Affleck, William FIchtner, and Alice Brega.
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Hello gang,The Vern here with a short episode talking about some classic movies I saw in theaters as well as some movies I picked up at my local library that I have never seen before
Including reviews ofSpeed RacerFight ClubDropPicnic at Hanging RockSugarland Express Naked&SorcererHelp Suppourt this podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/cinemarecall

Here is a preview of The Rotten Truth where Donnie Roberts and The Vern talk about Terry Gilliam's film adapation of Hunter S Thompson's book, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. It has a 50 % rating on Rotten Tomatoes which means some think it's utter trash and while others hail it as a masterpiece. Where do you lie?
Check out the full version over at Rabbit Hole Podcasts⁠https://rabbitholepodcasts.com/the-rotten-truth/

While they were promoting Reservoir Dogs and El Mariachi. Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino met and soon after they would begin working together on projects. One of them is a little horror movie about two bank robbers(George Clooney, Quentin Tarantino) who just wanted a safe spot to lay low for a few hours. Join us as we explore the making, themes, and impact of 'From Dusk Till Dawn' with film critic Aaron Neuwirth. Discover behind-the-scenes insights, character analysis, and the film's unique blend of crime and horror genres.Links Aaron Neuwirth's reviews and articles - https://www.rottentomatoes.com...

Vern from Cinema Recall Podcast shares his insights on theupcoming film 'Mother Mary' from A24, criticizing its lack of music from the band mothermary and exploring the deeper story of the band members'background. He discusses the importance of authentic representation and the potential missed opportunities in the film's approach.
Check out these links for more informationmothermary's greatest hits
Mothermary the band speaks out about eerily similar ‘Mother Mary’ film: ‘Felt like we didn’t get invited to the party that’s about us’https://www.goldderby.com/film/2026/mothermary-band-mother-mary-movie-anne-hathaway-explainer/
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Continuing our series on the films of Oscar winning director, Paul Thomas Anderson. The Vern brings back on film critic and composer, David Rosen of Piecing it Together to talk about Licorice Pizza. A slice of life rom com in the 70's featuring outstanding debut performances from Cooper Hoffman and Alana Haim.
Speaking of Haim. Check out the great music of this band in a short feature directed by PTAWatch Valentine

Our next episode in our series on director Robert Rodriguez switches gears to talk about his first (but not last) family feature, Spy Kids.Starring Alexa Vega and Daryl Sabara as two child spies who must rescue their parents(Antonio Banderas, Carla Gugino) from a kids' show host(Alan Cumming)Joining The Vern to talk about this fun action film is Robert Yaniz Jr of Franchise Detours and Back to Bluey

We are starting a brand new series on a filmmaker who did so much himself before the studios got involvded and even after they were involved he still kept his signature style. Yes folks we are honering the works of Robert Rodriguez.On this episode we are talking about the movie that really opened him up for a whole wide audience who didn't want to be bothered to read subtitles for his debut film. We are talking about the follow up to El Mariachi with Desperado. The action movie estravganza starring Antonio Banderas and Salma Hayek.
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Here is a preview of a new director series covering the films of Robert Rodriguez.
The first episode is on Desperado starring Antonio Banderas and Salma Hayek
The Vern is joined by Isable Teran of Hearsing Around and That's Bodacious Dude of Rabbit Hole Podcasts to talk about this action classic
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The Vern is back to give you his quick thoughts on two recent features with a horror style to each, Ready or Not 2: Here I Come and The Bride.
Ready or Not 2 picks up where the first one left off and Samara Weaving still has more pesky in laws to deal with.
After the break The Vern reviews one of the most divisive movies of 2026 so far. Maggie Gyllenhaal's The Bride which has a 57 % rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Stay tuned after the reviews to hear about a new series coming soon to Cinema Recall.

For this bonus episode, Im playing sections from two podcast shows Im co hosting.For the first half, it's the DDI Films Podcast. A new podcast that I started working for this past year. On this episode. Andrew, Sarah and myself go over the Oscar nominations and list who we think got snubbed.
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The Vern is back to give you his quick thoughts on these recent flicks.
Send HelpHow to Make a KillingSiriatMr. Nobody Against PutinWuthering Heights(2026)The Moment
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Reposting our episode on Martin Scorsese's comedy After Hours with guest Robbie Sherman of Conversations with Robbie Sherman
The movie is about a guy who meets a girl and gets involved with a night he won't ever forget.
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The Vern gives short reviews to these movies on this episodeThe Running Man (2025)Marty SupremeThe King of ComedyThe Testament of Ann Lee**Note** All clips of movie are used for review purpouses only

With Sam Raimi's latest Send Help now playing in theaters I thought this would be a good time to post my guest spot on Collateral Cinema Podcast talking about his debut feature, The Evil Dead from 1981. Joining us was Robbie of Conversations with Robbie Sherman and we all had a great time discussing this horror classic
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Way back in the day Jason Soto started a little podcast that grew into a podcast network. That show was Whatever with Jason Soto and that Network is Rabbit Hole Podcast. Whatever is no longer in existence but Rabbit Hole is still going strong. This is the debut episode where Jason asked me to be his very first guest. Check out all the shows on Rabbit Hole Podcasts (Especially The Rotten Truth)Please know that this was originally recorded back in 2019

Cinema Recall will be away until late Feburary but while we are away. Here is a fun episode where I, The Vern give you two fun short reviews of movies by director Brian DePalma from our DePalma December series, Raising Cain and Mission Impossible. Enjoy
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Hello Everyone.This episode features the premiere of Whatever with Jason Soto. A podcast over on Rabbit Hole Podcasts which has lasted a long time. Mr. Soto has announced that he is ending the show to concentrate on his other shows on his network.For the first ep, Mr. Soto asks yours truly to be a guest and it was a ton of fun talking about...Well whatever we wanted
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Well it's here, the end of 2025. Many many movies were released last year and I am going to bring you what I think are the best films of 2025. This is a list of what I think is the ten best and the five worst. Please note that this is just one man's opinion and if you disagree with my picks, It's ok to be wrong., I'm just teasing but I would love to know what is on your list as well.

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 Salt and Margot Kidder. This was a really hard flick to explain but they do a great job at deciphering it for you.
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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 Al Capone was a huge hit but how does it hold up today. Listen now to find out.Ad SpotThe Podcast That Wouldn't Die

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 achieved.    Listen now to see if it deserves any love or if the disfigured face the lead character gets is good enough, Ad SpotsThat's Da Bomb Yo from Rabbit Hole PodcastsMusic Credi...

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 the wonderful cast members including Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, Nancy Allen, Amy Irving and John Travolta.Ad SpotsThe Rotten Truth
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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.
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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 romantic drama reminiscent of 90s films. Finally, Vern shares his experience watching 'Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair'in theaters, emphasizing its cinematic brilliance and the importance ofsupporting films in theaters. 

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.There are a few small video hiccups during the video and I apologize for that Check out the past episodes I was on for his showPOP ART: Episode 114...

*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 of Coolness Chronicles and present member of Reels of Justice) returns to discuss  DePalma's homage to Hitchcock's Rear Window and Vertigo with Body Double.  Listen to him and The Vern go over...

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 debut feature from Ronan Day Lewis.  Son of Daniel Day Lewis)Kiss of the Spider Woman - The new musical drama from Rob Marshall(Dreamgirls).  Starring Jennifer Lopez and Diago LunaAfter The Hunt - The ne...

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.
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