Stamper Cinema

Greetings! In this week's episode of Stamper Cinema, we revisit one of Hollywood’s most beloved and quietly subversive classics: Harvey (1950), starring James Stewart in one of the most charming performances of his career. Directed by Henry Koster and adapted from Mary Chase’s Pulitzer Prize–winning stage play, Harvey tells the story of Elwood P. Dowd, a gentle, affable man whose best friend just happens to be a six-foot-three invisible rabbit named Harvey. What begins as a light comedy slowly reveals itself as a thoughtful meditation on kindness, conformity, mental health, and the strange rules society uses to decide what’s “normal.” Joining us this time around is writer/filmmaker Brent Lindstrom. In addition to breaking down why this film still resonates today, Brent is extremely proud to share his fantastic recent novel One for the Money, Two for the Soul. Enjoy! ** Want to be a guest on Stamper Cinema? Send Andrew a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1631718514660x735433606388177700 ** Harvey links https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042546/ https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/harvey_1950 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harvey_(1950_film) Related links Brent's link on Amazon https://www.lightmindedarts.com https://www.stampercinema.com

Greetings! In this week's FLIX & SIPS episode of Stamper Cinema, we head into the jungle to break down Oliver Stone’s Platoon (1986) - one of the most raw, emotional, and as John says, 'Influential war films ever made.' Drawing from Stone’s own combat experience, the film explores the moral battle between two opposing forces within one platoon: the compassion of Sergeant Elias vs the ruthless survival instincts of Sergeant Barnes. We dig into the film’s themes of brotherhood, fear, leadership, and the psychological cost of war, while also examining the unforgettable performances, iconic cinematography, and the haunting use of Samuel Barber’s “Adagio for Strings.” Oh, and because this is FLIX & SIPS, there's much beer drinking too. Enjoy!   Want to be a guest on Stamper Cinema? Send Andrew Stamper a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1631718514660x735433606388177700  

  Greetings! In the episode we're introducing a new series to Stamper Cinema. We're calling it Flix & Sips. In these episodes, John swaps his role as recurring guest for recurring co-host. We still talk movies, we still share stories, and we still share a few drinks while we do it. Okay, so maybe not much has changed - but hey, we've got a fancy new logo for our discussions. Anyway, first up in our Flix & Sips series, we discuss the 1981 Ivan Reitman comedy classic, Stripes. And y'all, despite the beer buzz, we cover it all: Bill Murray’s irresistible deadpan,  Harold Ramis’ understated brilliance, an RV tank, mud wrestling, SGT. Hulka's big toe, John Candy's infectious laugh. Oh, and there's the part where I dive into my own Navy basic training days.(at length… possibly too at length). Grab a brew, hit play, and join us for the most fun you can have without enlisting (again). Enjoy responsibly! ;) Links Stripes IMDB Stripes - Rotten Tomatoes https://www.stampercinema.com

Greetings! Halloween is here, and in this week's episode we're going for the jugular! That's right, we're talking Vampires. Some good, some bad, but all are essential. I've got a dozen-ish vampire films you must see before you die. Whether it's the silent terror of Nosferatu or the chaotic comedy of What We Do in the Shadows. We've got something for everyone. (Sleepwalkers, anyone?) So grab your garlic, Holy Water, dim the lights, and press play. Because immortality looks great in 4K. Enjoy! Movies Discussed Nosferatu The Lost Boys Near Dark Once Bitten My Best Friend is a Vampire Vampire's Kiss Dracula Sleepwalkers From Dusk Till Dawn A Girl Walks Home Alone At Night Let the Right One In What We Do In the Shadows Sinners Related Links https://www.stampercinema.com https://www.stampercinema.com/fright-night-1985/ https://www.stampercinema.com/bram-stokers-dracula-with-ryan-winter/  

Happy Halloween, boils and ghouls! This week on a very special episode of Stamper Cinema, we’re diving deep into one of the wildest horror-comedies of the 1990s — Bordello of Blood! But even better, we're making it a watchalong with the film's co-writer Alan Katz! This blood-soaked romp was the second feature film spun out of HBO’s legendary Tales from the Crypt series... and also its last. SAD. The movie stars Dennis Miller as a snarky private eye who stumbles upon a secret underground brothel run by vampires — led by none other than Lilith, played by Angie Everhart. Also along for the ride: Erika Eleniak, Corey Feldman, and, of course, a cackling appearance from the Crypt Keeper himself. CRYPT KEEPER NOTE: To properly join in with this Bordello of Blood episode, hop over to SHUDDER for a free trial (link below) and be sure to hit play when Alan and Andrew do. They promise to make it a fang-tastic Halloween discussion *hehehehe!  Related links https://www.shudder.com/ Bordello of Blood - IMDB Page How NOT To Make A Movie Podcast - Spotify How NOT To Make A Movie Podcast - Apple https://www.stampercinema.com