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AKAPAD the FILM BUFF Podcast
The internet has killed film criticism, resurrecting it is Peter A Deluca known throughout the cosmos as AKPAD. Here he wages war against poor hot takes, lazy insight, and trashing a movie just for clicks. This is the last bastion of honest cinema thought.
Episodes
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastOVER THE EDGE
The Film Buff Podcast is dedicated to celebrating films like Over the Edge (1977)—a groundbreaking work that kickstarted the "Bad Teen" film trend. Despite its…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastRobot Carnival - Animation Weekend
It's more anime for this week animation Saturday for the AKAPAD Film Biff podcast. Robot Carnival might be the greatest
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastHOBBIT 1977
Today’s Animation Weekend Film Buff Episode: The Forgotten Homerun This week, we spotlight The Hobbit—the 1977 animated classic by Rankin/Bass that paved the…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastTHE FALL GUY is a great flick
2024 has been a challenging year for theatrical releases, but don't overlook The Fall Guy, now streaming on Peacock. The Film Buf is raving about this…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastREBEL RIDGE from Netflix is crazy good
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…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastTUCKER A MAN AND HIS DREAM - THANKSFLICKING 2024
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…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastAVENGERS INFINITY WAR - THANKSFLICKING 2024
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…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastFist of the North Star '86 - THANKSFLICKING
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…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastOZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL
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…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastWHY THE 90's USA NETWORK STREET FIGHTER 2 CARTOON IS GREAT
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…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastBIG - THANKSFLICKING 2024
When we consider what makes a film great and one of the best of all time we must consider BIG.
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastBURNT - THANKSFLICKING 2024
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…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastTHE WONDEFUL WIZARD OF OZ - THANKSFLICKING 2024
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…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastAKIRA - THANKSFLICKING 2024
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…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastTRANSFORMERS WAR DAWN -The origin of Orion Pax
For Animation Sunday, AKAPAD The Film Buff dives into a classic Transformers question! After watching Transformers One in yesterday's episode, Peter answers…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastTRANSFORMERS ONE - ANIMATION SATURDAY
Welcome to Animation Saturday! Today, the Film Buff takes a trip to Cybertron to explore the fan-favorite Transformers One. But is everything as perfect as it…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastALIEN ROMULUS is an incredible film
Alien: Romulus is now streaming on Hulu! Join AKAPAD as he dives into the film’s true impact on the Alien franchise and explores the emotional nuances that…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastHEAT - THANKSFLICKING 2024
AKAPAD The Film Buff shares why he's grateful for 1995's Heat in this year's Thanksflicking celebration.
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastTHELMA
Today for the Film Buff Podcast AKAPAD talks Thelma a film he loved so much he had to bring it to you right away.
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastTHANKSFLICKING 2024 - THE FILMS I AM THANKFUL FOR
The 2nd Annual Film Buff Podcast Event is Here! Welcome to THANKSFLICKING, where AKAPAD dives into the films he’s truly thankful for. In this special episode…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastDC's League of Super-Pets - END CREDITS with Black Adam
On this Animation Sunday, AKAPAD The Film Buff dives into the question: What is the greatest animated end credit sequence of all time?"
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastSCOOB! - The film destroyed by Covid
Grab your cereal—it’s time for another installment of The Film Buff Animation Saturday! Today, we’re diving into SCOOB!—an incredible animated feature that…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastMUSIC BY JOHN WILLIAMS
Tonight on AKAPAD's The Film Buff Podcast: Discover why Disney+ deserves your attention! Music By John Williams is a captivating documentary that delves into…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastTHE LAST DUEL - is a masterpiece
Here on AKAPAD's The Film Buff Podcast Peter hopefully motivates you to check out the 2021 masterpiece The Last Duel a film that suffered from bad press and…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastDEADPOOL & WOLVERINE
In this episode of AKAPAD's The Film Buff Podcast, Peter tackles the latest Disney+ release, Deadpool & Wolverine, the 14th installment in the iconic X-Men…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastSUNCHASER
Today for the Film Buff Podcast is Michael Cimino's last film Sunchaser the 1996 film starring Woody Harrelson and Jon Seda.
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastTHE DEVIL ALL THE TIME from NETFLIX
In today's episode of the AKAPAD Film Buff Podcast, Peter dives into The Devil All The Time—a remarkable period drama that stands out as one of the best in…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastTHE FINAL GIRLS - THE 31 DAYS OF DREAD EXTENDEAD
THE FINAL GIRLS - THE 31 DAYS OF DREAD EXTENDEAD by AKAPAD Peter A DeLuca
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastBORN ON THE 4TH OF JULY - VENTERANS DAY
Was the '90s the greatest era in film history, and is Oliver Stone's Born on the Fourth of July one of its untouchable masterpieces? According to AKAPAD The…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastRED DRAGON - THE 31 DAYS OF DREAD EXTENDEAD
31 Days of Dread Extended: Red Dragon (2002) In this episode, AKAPAD The Film Buff dives into a compelling question: "When can we start taking Bret Ratner's…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastMORTAL KOMBAT DEFENDERS OF THE REALM - Saturday Animation
In today's episode of The Film Buffs Podcast, AKAPAD dives into Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm, a thirteen-episode animated series that aired on the USA…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastMORTAL KOMBAT 2021
During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, HBO Max delivered one of the boldest franchise reboots of all time with Mortal Kombat (2021). Confident in its…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastMR. CROCKET - THE 31 DAYS OF DREAD EXTENDEAD
The EXTENDEAD 31 Days of Dread delves into the evolution of horror, exploring how new subgenres have emerged over the years. Mr. Crocket stands out as a…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastSWING VOTE - for ELECTION DAY
On this Election Day, we’re diving into Swing Vote, the 2008 film starring Kevin Costner, a heartfelt tribute to the power of casting your ballot in America…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastJFK - for ELECTION NIGHT
For Election Night Peter A DeLuca AKAPAD The Film Buff is proud to present to you one of the greatest films ever made. Oliver Stone's JFK
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastGANDAHAR - SATURDAY MORNING ANIMATION
In 1987, the French adult animation industry reached its end with the release of Gandahar, the last in a line of visionary films tracing back to the legendary…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastMY THOUGHTS ON DC'S JUSTICE LEAGUE CRISIS ON INFINATE EARTHS TRILOGY - SUNDAY MORNING ANIMATION
In today's episode of AKAPAD's The Film Buff Sunday Animation Podcast, Peter highlights the remarkable animation work by DC and Warner Bros. His goal? To…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastTHE SUBSTANCE - THE EXTENDEAD 31 DAYS OF DREAD
The 2024 edition of 31 Days of Dread returns with an extended—or should we say ExtenDEAD—lineup of terrifying films, kicking off with one of the year’s most…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastWOMAN of the HOUR from NETFLIX
Netflix just released a hauntingly complex and thought-provoking film by first-time director Anna Kendrick, a must-watch that feels more like an experience…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastSAINT MAUD - THE 31 DAYS OF DREAD
Day 31 of the 31 Days of Dread In her debut film, Saint Maud, Rose Glass delivers one of the finest horror movies of the modern age. This is not an allegorical…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastLIFE AFTER BETH - THE 31 DAYS OF DREAD
Day 30 of the 31 Days of Dread 2014's Life After Beth might just be the greatest zombie comedy of all time—not because of the gore, jokes, or lore, but because…
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastWHAT HAPPENED TO THE JOKER WAS WRONG
We must have a correction for Joker: Folie à Deux. Peter A DeLuca AKAPAD The Film Buff swings in to fight for a film that needs a voice.
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastLISA FRANKENSTEIN - THE 31 DAYS OF DREAD
Day 29 of the 31 Days of Dread Lisa Frankenstein is one of the best horror films of 2024.
AKAPAD the FILM BUFF PodcastHANNIBAL - THE 31 DAYS OF DREAD
In 2001, audiences overlooked a crucial element in Hannibal, a character that Ridley Scott took great care to develop. The film’s ending holds deeper…