Francis Ford Coppola, George Lucas, and Jeff Bridges teamed up in 1988 to deliver a flat-out classic that deserves more recognition. The Film Buff wraps up the annual Thanksflicks event with Tucker: The Man and His Dream.

Jeremy Saulnier delivers a stunning surprise with this Netflix gem, proving why the platform stands as a leader in modern filmmaking. The Film Buff breaks it down, offering compelling reasons why this movie deserves your time and attention.

In today’s Thanksflicking episode, The Film Buff explores the unique experience of watching Avengers: Infinity War on opening day versus seeing it for the first time at home or later on. As one of the last truly monumental cinematic events of its kind, Infinity War holds a special place in movie history—one that may never be replicated again.

In this entry of 2024 Thanksflicking, AKAPAD The Film Buff delves into the profound impact Fist of the North Star has had on his creative journey, highlighting its absolute importance to his artistic development.

Amid the buzz surrounding the theatrical release of Wicked, The Film Buff takes a moment to remind everyone of the overlooked brilliance of 2013's Oz the Great and Powerful. This visually stunning film, directed by Sam Raimi, scored by Danny Elfman, and backed by the magic of Walt Disney Pictures, seems to have faded from memory—possibly due to the controversy surrounding its star, James Franco. It's a wonder this ambitious and beautifully crafted movie isn't more fondly remembered.

Episodes like this are what make all the effort of bringing you the AKAPAD Film Buff Podcast worthwhile. It’s when Peter sees the light and shares thoughts that are both counter-culture and deeply insightful. The 1995 Street Fighter II animated series from USA Network stands as the greatest single story to unite these beloved characters into a cohesive arc with a clear and engaging narrative.

When we consider what makes a film great and one of the best of all time we must consider BIG.

Before The Bear, Bradley Cooper starred in a career-defining movie that revealed what it truly takes to achieve excellence. Burnt is a masterpiece crafted by filmmakers who know how to tell stories about ambition and redemption.

For this installment of Thanksflicking 2024, AKAPAD explores the timeless magic of 1939's The Wizard of Oz, a film he now crowns as the greatest fantasy movie ever made. Delving deep into the history of the Oz franchise for this episode, The Film Buff uncovered layers of storytelling and cultural impact he had never realized before. Through this journey, AKAPAD not only gained a newfound appreciation for the film but also declared The Wizard of Oz the cornerstone of what he considers the greatest franchise of all time.

Akira has captured widespread attention in recent years, but in this episode of THANKSFLICKING, AKAPAD delves into the movie’s early days—when it first made its way to American shores, long before achieving its legendary status.