Film Sack
Film, TV & Pop Culture
About
Mining the depths of film entertainment for all mankind. With Scott Johnson, Brian Dunaway, Randy Jordan, and Brian Ibbott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
- Film Sack 746: The Accountant 2
In Film Sack 746: The Accountant 2, the hosts discuss the movie which follows Christian Wolff as he uses his unique skills to solve the murder of a Treasury chief. The episode notes the plot's convoluted nature.
- Film Sack 745: Planet of The Apes (2001)
Film Sack reviews the 2001 movie Planet of The Apes. The episode discusses the plot where an Air Force astronaut lands on a planet in 2029 where apes are the dominant species over primitive humans.
- Film Sack 744: 10 Cloverfield Lane
Film Sack reviews "10 Cloverfield Lane," where a woman is held in a bunker by a man who believes the Earth's surface is uninhabitable due to an event.
- Film Sack 743: The Accountant
In episode 743 of Film Sack, titled "The Accountant," a math savant's financial dealings attract the attention of the treasury department, resulting in escalating violence as he tries to evade them.
- Film Sack 742: The Quick And The Dead (1987)
Film Sack 742 covers the 1987 film "The Quick And The Dead," where a stranger's arrival disrupts a family's life after a brutal gang attack.
- Film Sack 741: Thrashin'
This episode of Film Sack, titled 'Film Sack 741: Thrashin'', discusses the movie Thrashin'. The plot involves two skateboarding gangs fighting for control, with a romance developing between members of opposing sides. The episode is hosted…
- Film Sack 740: Live and Let Die
In Film Sack 740, James Bond confronts a drug magnate who employs a psychic tarot card reader. The episode focuses on Bond's mission to stop the heroin magnate.
- Film Sack ROUNDTABLE: Our Mid-Movies
Film Sack hosts engage in a roundtable discussion about movies they consider 'mid' - not great, not terrible, but still loved. The episode is hosted on Acast.
- Film Sack 739: The Boondock Saints
This episode of Film Sack reviews The Boondock Saints, a film about two Irish Catholic brothers who become vigilantes to combat Boston's criminal underworld. The hosts discuss the movie's content and its lasting impact.
- Film Sack 738: The Toxic Avenger (2023)
Film Sack episode 738 covers the 2023 film "The Toxic Avenger," detailing how janitor Winston Gooze becomes a mutated hero after a toxic accident. The episode references the catchphrase "No ticky, no washy."
- Film Sack 737: 48 Hrs.
Film Sack discusses the 1982 film 48 Hrs., where a police officer partners with a convict to solve a murder case. The episode notes the film's role in popularizing the buddy cop genre and boosting Eddie Murphy's career.
- Film Sack 736: Juice
Film Sack 736 covers the movie "Juice," detailing a story of four Harlem teens seeking respect, which descends into paranoia and murder when one member gains power. The episode highlights Tupac Shakur's performance.
- Film Sack Round Table: How Does LoTR’s Do it?
This Film Sack Round Table episode delves into the enduring appeal of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. The hosts discuss what makes the films hold up so well over time.
- Film Sack 735: Christine
Film Sack episode 735 covers the story of Arnie Cunningham, a bullied teen who restores a possessed 1958 Plymouth Fury named Christine. The car supernaturally repairs itself, fueling Arnie's obsession and leading Christine on a murderous s…
- Film Sack 734: The Rip
Film Sack episode 734, "The Rip," discusses a scenario where Miami cops discover a large cash seizure. The episode explores the resulting distrust and suspicion among the group when outsiders become aware of the money.
- Film Sack 733: Elysium
Film Sack discusses the 2013 film "Elysium," set in 2154 where the rich live on a space station and the poor on a desolate Earth. The episode covers a mission to bring equality to these divided societies.
- Film Sack 732: Sucker Punch
Film Sack reviews the 2011 movie Sucker Punch, which follows a young girl who escapes into an alternative reality to cope with her abusive stepfather and plan her escape.
- Film Sack: Our Wonder Years Round Table
Film Sack discusses the movies that were significant during the hosts' 'wonder years'.
- Film Sack Round Table: Force Awakens 10 Years On
Ten years after their initial review, the hosts of Film Sack discuss their revisited thoughts on The Force Awakens. They acknowledge that some of their impressions and opinions have indeed changed since the original 2015 review.
- Film Sack 731: Jurasic Park III
In Film Sack 731, Dr. Grant travels to Isla Sorna for a holiday with a peculiar pair, only to encounter the island's inhabitants, notably its flying dinosaurs.
- Film Sack 730: Trading Places
Film Sack 730 covers the movie Trading Places, where a broker and a hustler reverse roles due to a bet. The episode touches on commodity futures, adult themes, and racial language.
- Film Sack 729: Alita - Battle Angel
In Film Sack 729: Alita - Battle Angel, a cyborg awakens with no memory of her past. She begins a journey to uncover her identity, driven by a large heart despite her imposing appearance.
- Film Sack 728: BLADE
This episode of Film Sack, titled "Film Sack 728: BLADE," focuses on the story of a half-vampire, half-mortal protector who fights evil vampires. The hosts humorously question who the protector might be.
- Film Sack 727: Cloverfield
In episode 727 of Film Sack, hosts discuss Cloverfield, where friends undertake a rescue mission in New York amidst a monster attack, noting the Statue of Liberty has lost its head.
- Film Sack 726: Legend
Film Sack reviews the movie Legend, focusing on the plot where a young man must stop the Lord of Darkness from destroying daylight and marrying the woman he loves. The hosts comment on the performances and the film's aesthetic.
- Film Sack Round Table: Hidden Gems You Need to See
The Film Sack Round Table discusses overlooked movies worth watching. The hosts encourage listeners to share their own hidden gem film discoveries.
- Film Sack 725: At Close Range
In Film Sack 725: At Close Range, a teen reunites with his criminal father, expecting an exciting life, but discovers otherwise. The episode notes that Madonna's involvement might be relevant.
- Film Sack 724: Diamonds are Forever
In Film Sack 724: Diamonds are Forever, James Bond investigates diamond smuggling in Las Vegas and uncovers an evil plot involving a rich business tycoon.
- Film Sack 723: Return of The Living Dead
This episode of Film Sack covers 'Return of The Living Dead,' where employees accidentally release a gas that reanimates the dead into zombies. The hosts discuss the events of the movie.
- Film Sack 722: Slither
In Film Sack 722: Slither, a small town succumbs to an alien plague that turns its inhabitants into zombies and mutant creatures. This episode discusses James Gunn's first film.
- Film Sack 721: Friday The 13th
In Film Sack 721, hosts discuss the horror movie Friday The 13th, where camp counselors face a killer at a re-opened summer camp.
- Film Sack 720: Sleepaway Camp
Film Sack tackles "Sleepaway Camp," a horror film about a killer at a teen summer camp, marking the start of Sacktober.
- Film Sack 719: The Discovery
This episode of Film Sack, titled "The Discovery," discusses a film where a man attempts to help a young woman with a dark past two years after the afterlife has been scientifically proven.
- Film Sack 718: G.I. Joe Retaliation
Film Sack episode 718 discusses the movie G.I. Joe Retaliation, where the G.I. Joes battle Cobra and internal government forces. The episode humorously notes, 'Go Joe, or Go Broke!'
- Film Sack 717: John Carter
In Film Sack 717, the hosts discuss the movie John Carter, focusing on a former army captain who is transported to Mars and reluctantly joins an epic conflict.
- Film Sack 716: Medicine Man
This episode of Film Sack covers the 1992 movie Medicine Man, featuring Sean Connery. The discussion touches on the film's setting in the Amazon rainforest and its themes of business, science, and love.
- Film Sack: Roundtable - Why Dunaway Hasn’t Seen Interstellar
The hosts of Film Sack discuss their personal 'bucket list' movies – films they haven't seen yet despite their importance. They encourage listeners to share their own examples of such movies.
- Film Sack 715: Judgement Night (1993)
Film Sack episode 715 discusses the 1993 film Judgement Night, where four friends witness a murder after taking a shortcut and must then run for their lives.
- Film Sack 714: War of The Worlds (2025)
Film Sack episode 714 reviews "War of The Worlds (2025)," a modern adaptation of the novel. The hosts discuss its themes of technology, surveillance, and privacy, and note the casting of Ice Cube.
- Film Sack 716: Black Hawk Down
Film Sack episode 716 covers the 1993 Mogadishu operation where 160 U.S. soldiers were tasked with capturing two warlord lieutenants but encountered a large, armed Somali force, leading to a desperate battle.
- Film Sack 712: Superman III
This episode of Film Sack reviews "Superman III". The plot involves an entrepreneur and a computer genius attempting to destroy Superman when he thwarts their plans.
- Film Sack Round Table - TV Series as LONG Movies
The Film Sack podcast hosts explore TV mini-series that can be considered long movies. They identify and recommend several such series that viewers should consider watching.
- Film Sack 711: Live Free or Die Hard
In Film Sack 711: Live Free or Die Hard, John McClane partners with a hacker named Matt Farrell to thwart cyber-terrorist Thomas Gabriel's plot to cripple the nation's computer systems.
- Film Sack 710: The Lost World
In Film Sack 710: The Lost World, hosts discuss a scenario where a research team studies dinosaurs on Jurassic Park Site B as another InGen team arrives. The episode poses questions about potential dinosaur interaction with humans and thei…
- Film Sack 709: Bangkok Dangerous
The Film Sack hosts discuss the 2008 film Bangkok Dangerous, starring Nicolas Cage as a hitman on assignment in Bangkok. They review the story of a professional assassin who breaks his code of conduct after forming local connections.
- Film Sack 708: Ocean's Twelve
In Film Sack 708, Danny Ocean's crew is forced into heists across Europe by the man they robbed previously. They confront a rival thief and law enforcement, testing their loyalty and ingenuity.
- Film Sack 707: Starsky & Hutch
Film Sack episode 707 reviews the 2004 movie Starsky & Hutch. The hosts discuss the film's comedic and serious elements, focusing on the two main characters and their signature car.
- Film Sack Round Table: Comedies
The hosts of Film Sack discuss the challenges of making comedies and share some of their favorites. They explain why comedies are hard to "sack."
- Film Sack 706: Double Trouble
Film Sack reviews the 1992 action comedy Double Trouble, starring real-life twins Peter and David Paul as a cop and a jewel thief who must work together. The episode explores the film's mix of action and humor as they target a diamond smug…
- Film Sack Round Table: Coming of Age Movies
The Film Sack crew discusses movies that shaped them as young people and whether those films still resonate today. They share their personal coming-of-age movie selections.