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On August 18, 1973, four youths in a Volkswagen van ran out of gas along a deserted Texas road. From there, they were plunged into the worst nightmare imaginable. And today is August 18, the perfect day to re-edit, repackage, and rerelease a 2024 episode on the Tobe Hooper-directed classic from my previous podcast (Silver Screeners), especially when the guest was Chris, the co-host of The Cinematic Travelers Podcast. Enjoy this rerun from 2024, the 50th anniversary of the grim but trailblazing horror flick!

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Something different for this episode - I have a great conversation with San Francisco movie and TV location tour guide Bryan Rice, owner of San Francisco Movie Tours! We talk about different location stops along his tour, amusing anecdotes from his experiences, and even his work as an extra in a few films shot in the area. Plus, poll results, movie news, the cooking segment Cinemunch, and the interactive trivia with listener shout-outs!

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In this episode, filmmaker MJ Alhabeeb, Jr. joins me to discuss his unflinching, thought-provoking dramatic psychological thriller Plight, a story of grief and loss, revenge and retaliation, regret and conscience, and the theme of loved ones and how far you would go to protect them. Mr. Alhabeeb wrote, directed, and co-produced this independent feature, which you can find available on DVD and Blu Ray, as well as streaming on Tubi, Fawesome, and for rental and purchase on Amazon Prime.

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55 years ago, Gene Wilder delivered his iconic performance as Willy Wonka, aka 'The Candy Man'! Director Mel Stuart brought out the best in his cast and crew with this adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic book. Hear about the book, the film, the songs, behind-the-scenes fun facts, and what the child actors are up to now! Plus, poll results, entertainment news, the interactive listener trivia, and listener shout-outs!

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Award-winning actor and writer Tom Ward-Thomas guests to talk about his new independent feature, the AI-themed dramatic thriller Double Edge, as well as his acting experience in short films. Links to his showreel and two of his short films that we discuss below!

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Previous guest filmmaker Tommy Jay Dwyer returns to talk about his new documentary feature Burnin' down the House. It explores the living conditions and infrastructure of Massachusetts firehouses, as well as the health effects on the firefighters themselves. A personal project for him, as he comes from a family of firefighters, the film will premiere at the Hanover Theatre in Worcester, MA (his home city) on Thursday, August 6, 2026. All listeners can get 10% off the ticket price by using the code "FIRE." Get ready to hear some surprising and thought-provoking discussion points that the film explores!

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In this episode, filmmaker Glenn Garrabrant joins me to discuss his superb independent dramatic feature Local Area Network, the story of a group of millennials who rally in support of their friend who has attempted suicide. It is a tasteful, dignified, and nuanced story inspired by a real-life event. If you or anyone you know is struggling and having thoughts of suicide, remember there is hope and help. Call 988 or text "TALK" to 741741. Given the subject material that may be triggering for some, listener discretion is advised.

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It's a Jack Black double bill with School of Rock and Tenacious D: Pick of Destiny! D.C. of The Full Circle Podcast guests for a look at two of Black's most prominent comedy feature films. Plus, poll results, entertainment news, the cooking segment Cinemunch, and interactive listener trivia!

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An actor, a writer, a director, a producer, and an editor all combined into one creative mind ... that is this episode's special guest, Sean Michael Gloria. His acting credits alone are wide and varied, ranging from guest spots on shows like Law and Order and FBI to live action short dramas and comedies to campy fun slasher films like Halloween at Aunt Ethel’s. But his latest project is a dramatic series with social and cultural significance called _civilian. He and I talk about all of this, and more!

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Aussie Xavier Coy, an award-winning writer, director, and actor for film, TV, and live theater, guests to talk about his new independent feature, the mockumentary-comedy-drama Unremarkable, available for streaming on Amazon Prime! The considerable time difference between Australia and Boston did nothing to stop this discussion about his career, his filmmaking experience, and the production itself. Plus, poll results, the interactive listener trivia, and listener shout-outs!

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