The Jacked Up Review Show Podcast

Samuel L. Jackson Military Extravaganzas 4 Pack

It's time to salute 4 key Samuel L. Jackson military flicks during the final MAY THE 4TH themed week:

 

Would Basic had worked better as an atypical two-part episode of NCIS?

 

How many of these should've the next Southern Comfort or Courage Under Fire?

 

MOVIES DISCUSSED:

Assault at West Point,

Rules of Engagement, 

Basic

& Home of the Brave

 

 

GUESTS:

Jon Mark

 

 

MUSIC USED:

"Samuel L. Jackson" by Hot Action Cop

 

OPENING CLIP:

Big Game | Samuel L. Jackson exclusive interview (2015)

(Mostly Infamous) Harrison Ford Drama, Mystery, Horror & Comedy Films

We conclude the week with another STAR WARS actor retrospect: some (mostly infamous) Harrison Ford films:

 

How many Drama, Mystery, Horror & Comedy Films did you see on TV when they first premiered?

 

Which ones actually still have a solid reputation?

 

How many of these are joked about even by Ford himself?

 

And how many of these are just perfect for a Bad Movie Night?

 

MOVIES REVIEWED: 

More American Graffiti

The Possessed (1977)

The Star Wars Holiday Special

Working Girl

Regarding Henry

Sabrina (1995)

6 Days 7 Nights

What Lies Beneath

&

Hollywood Homicide

 

 

GUESTS:

Will Styer, Night Taylor, James Bruno, Thomas Lindaman, Gil Palmer, Mike Ensing, Jon Mark & Joseph Burke

 

 

CLIP INTRO:

Barry Norman interviews Harrison Ford (1985)

 

MOVIE CLIPS:

Working Girl

The Star Wars Holiday Special

Star Wars: Dark Empire Trilogy Books/Comics Review

We're getting into a memorable yet nowadays still criminally underrated portion of STAR WARS history: The Dark Empire Comic Book Trilogy!

 

How do the official audio books compare?

 

Why couldn't Disney just make something else prior to writing these out of the Expanded Universe?

 

What ideas and other originality are strikingly memorable?

 

What famous comic book writers & illustrators assembled this stunning good vs. evil tale?

 

Plus, for the 2nd part of the episode, I get to breakdown all the issues for you in as epic a summary as possible!

 

 

GUESTS:

Oreo Brewer

 

AUDIO INTRO:

Mark Hamill Talks Dark Empire Trilogy and gives a message to Timothy Zahn (1996 Ad)

 

MUSIC USED:

"The Destruction of Xizor's Palace" by Joel McNeely (Shadows of the Empire OST)

Star Wars: Young Jedi Knights/New Jedi Order Books Era Overview

In this near-half hour reflection on the YOUNG JEDI KNIGHTS/NEW JEDI ORDER chapter of the STAR WARS saga, I was able to assemble some new and older clips:

 

Does this era keep a rocksteady grip for this vision?

 

What major pros and cons can you expect?

 

And where might it rank among the other spin-off material?

 

Plus, some brief reflection on the Marvel Comics adventures and the trilogies for Jedi Academy and Heir to the Empire book!

 

 

SONGS USED:

"The Southern Underground" and "The Seduction of Princess Leia" by Joel McNeely (Shadows of the Empire OST)

 

GUESTS:

James Bruno, Josh Hansen, Tom Lindaman, Jeremy Bryant (Maniacal Music Musings), Mike Ensing & Oreo Brewer

Temuera Morrison's Once Were Warriors 1 & 2 Review

Like every May the 4th week, we love to tackle other material featuring a STAR WARS saga actor and it finally time to reflect on the ONCE WERE WARRIORS films starring Jango Fett portrayer Temuera Morrison!

 

Where do these films rank in the crime drama/gangster genre?

 

Why does the second film surprisingly become a redemption story?

 

And why not as popular as some of the other international hit films (despite the various quotes)?

 

INTRO CLIP GUESTS:

Jay Man, Barely Critical duo Luke & Trevor, Dylan J Schlender (Reels of Justice) & John Reid (30Something Podcast)

 

CLIPS FROM:

Once Were Warriors (1994)

 

 

Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind's Eye Book & Comic Review

I get to tackle both the novel and comic book version of the first official STAR WARS sequel: SPLINTER OF THE MIND'S EYE.

 

Does this has pretty solid continuity despite being conjured up before EMPIRE STRIKES BACK?

 

What details are different in the comic book version?

 

All that plus a clip from an interview featuring author Alan Dean Foster!

 

 

 

 

 

OPENING INTRO:

James Bruno

 

 

MUSIC USED: 

"Imperial City" and "Beggar's Canyon Chase" by Joel McNeely (Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire OST)

 

 

CLIP USED: 

Alan Dean Foster Interview Excerpt- Star Wars, Splinter of the Minds Eye, & Sci-Fi Vs Sci-Fantasy! (Dicejunkies chat in June 3, 2021)

Star Wars Humor

You read that right: we're doing nothing but sharing humor related to STAR WARS.

 

Everything from bloopers, side chats to other amusing observations commence in this 55 minute endeavor.

 

Why is Billy Dee Williams the definitive voice of cool?

 

Does James Earl Jone's voice still strike fears into viewer's minds even when it's just a CNN ad?

 

And why are photos of Obi-Wan still mistaken as being portraits of Jesus Christ?

 

 

GUESTS:

Jay Man,

Barely Critical duo Luke & Trevor,

Reels of Justice's Dylan J Schlender

& 30Something Podcast's John Reid

 

 

 

SONG INTRO USED:

"Chewbacca" by Supernova (from the Clerks OST)

Harrison Ford Dramatic Thrillers Movie Reviews

In yet another multi-chat, we once again mix material from the archives with new recordings:

Hear us review the Dramatic Thrillers of Harrison Ford's filmography!

 

FILMS:

The Mosquito Coast

Frantic

Presumed Innocent

Random Hearts

Firewall

Crossing Over

42

& Paranoia

 

 

GUESTS:

Will Styer, Night Taylor, Jon Mark, Gil Palmer & Joseph Burke

 

 

AUDIO INTRO:

Harrison Ford Rare Interview about his Life and Career (circa 2008) by Reba Merrill

 

SONGS USED:

"Main Theme (from Presumed Innocent)" by John Williams

"Angel" by Massive Attack

Star Wars Tales Comic Book Anthology Retrospect

Oreo and I continue the May the 4th insanity by digging into all the different Dark Horse TALES comics anthologies:

 

What stories you never knew you wanted to know actually made an impact?

 

Which hysterical crossover occured late in the publishing run?

 

And did the various talents made solid use of all the creative space they were allowed?

 

Near the end of the chat, we also briefly reflect on the most "amusing" fans vs. creators battles!

 

 

SONG USED: 

"The Battle of Gall" and "Xizor's Theme" by Joel McNeely (From the Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire OST)

Geeky Badass Actress & Scream Queen Katee Sackhoff Tribute

Some of us were still doing a side chat and we decided to focus on the Action Star/Scream Queen Badass herself: Katee Sackhoff!

 

What is her best voice-over role that we can all still quote?

 

Why is she the Linda Hamilton of her generation?

 

And why does she give 1000% in every role?

 

 

 

 

AUDIO CLIP INTRO: 

"KATEE SACKHOFF on Playing the Voice & Live Action of Bo-Katan in STAR WARS" (Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum Podcast)

Star Wars: Infinities Comic Book Trilogy Review (AKA The Best Star Wars Trilogy Ever!)

Oreo & I summarize our favorite STAR WARS Trilogy: The Infinities Trilogy by Dark Horse Comics!

 

in this trilogy, they do an epic "What If?" take on all three original movies but was there a mild plot hole?

 

Why are Yoda, Han, R2 & even Lando FAR more involved in these alternate scenarios?

 

And why are they a solid blend of wit, edginess and epic quality?

 

 

 

MUSIC USED:

"Night Skies" and "Into the Sewers" by Joel McNeely (from the Shadows of the Empire OST)

Harrison Ford Western & War Movies 10 Pack

We start our first series of Harrison Ford themed movie reviews for this month. What better way than to highlight all his various War/Western films?

 

MOVIES REVIEWED:

A Time for Killing,

Journey to Shiloh,

The Intruders (1970),

Judgment: The Court Martial of Lieutenant William Calley,

The Frisco Kid,

Hanover Street,

K-19: The Widowmaker,

Cowboys & Aliens,

Ender's Game

&

Call of the Wild (2019)

 

 

GUESTS:

Will Styer, Night Taylor, Jon Mark & Joseph Burke

 

 

 

 

 

CLIPS USED:

Harrison Ford K-19 The Widowmaker interview (with Roger Ebert),

Journey to Shiloh trailer

&

Judgment: The Court Martial of Lt. William Calley (1975) clip

Star Wars Fan Films & Parodies Tribute

What better than to feature a brief overview on some of the best spoofs and fan-made takes on the STAR WARS saga:

 

Which short film & music parodies first got the most traction?

 

Are people still making them despite Disney threatening to delete them instantly?

 

All that and a mention on the Family Guy trilogy!

 

 

SONG INTRO:

"Star Wars Gangsta Rap" by Jason Brannon & Chris Crawford

STAR WARS Radio Audio Dramas Trilogy Review

The whole gang gets in their spaceship's podcasting room to look back at the NPR Radio Dramas of the original STAR WARS trilogy:

 

TALKING POINTS:

*How many of the deleted scenes depicted here became part of the OT's special edition?

 

*We also discuss some other SW custom merchandise and news back in the '80s/90s on the saga

 

*We chat about the foley design, NPR-BBC Radio airing this and the neat cast additions

 

*Why do actors Brock Peters, John Lithgow & Ed Begley Jr. deserve more praise for their work on this?

 

*Last of all, we also note some Expanded Universe characters who are overdue for a comic book/audio book return!

 

 

SONG INTRO:

"The Asteroid Field (from Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back)" by John Williams

Movie & TV Music Composer Kevin Kiner Mini-Retrospect

It's time to do a tribute to yet another key STAR WARS TV show music composer: Kevin Kiner (Ahsoka and the many cartoon shows).

 

Outside of this, you get to hear an interview clip during this minisode and I guarantee you'll dig his persona instantly.

 

His movie work includes: Leprechaun, Freaked, Safe House (1998), Tremors 3 and Samaritan (2022) as well as various Roger Corman and Chuck Norris projects.

 

His TV credits include: Stargate SG-1, SyFy's The Invisible Man, Star Trek: Enterprise, CSI: Miami, Hell on Wheels, Transformers: Robots in Disguise, Narcos: Mexico, City on a Hill, Doom Patrol, Dark Winds & Peacemaker.

 

Aside from the James Bond videogames, I get to briefly touch on what makes his sound different from other composers of late!

 

 

 

INTERVIEW CLIP: 

Gold Derby interview on May 10, 2024

 

 

MUSIC USED: 

"Undaunted" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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George Lucas and ILM Tribute

WELCOME TO THE MONTH OF MAY THE 4TH (A.K.A. EVERYTHING STAR WARS RELATED):

 

We start off the mixture of film history, nostalgia and visionaries with a blunt yet heartfelt George Lucas chat while also overviewing the many projects of his groundbreaking ILM visual effects company.

 

We don't mix words nor hold back but it's an overall salute to one of the most independent filmmakers who's struggled yet managed to find relevancy each era. We get to talk about how music has changed in his epic movies compared to how today's comedy/epic music is utilized.

 

Plus, Cam also shares some inspiration that he implemented using Lucas' method at this tempermental film school while Tom shares a wild film studies college he attended as well!

 

 

 

INTERVIEW CLIPS USED: 

Roger Ebert 1999 Interview with George Lucas

Star Wars Episode I: All I Need Is An Idea Webisode

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The Roast of Christopher Nolan

We promise to “repair” the foley damage caused to your home theater speakers by this man’s movies:

 

Love him or hate, it either way, you have to join us for THE ROAST OF CHRISTOPHER NOLAN!

 

 

ROASTERS:

Robert Cohen,

Jon Mark,

Joe Black (Blue Means Pregnant Films),

Charlie Hildebrand,

Tom Lindaman,

Mike Ensing,

Gil Palmer,

Cam Sully

& James Bruno

 

 

ARTICLE CITED:

Collider interview on Nolan's bizarre directing behavior

 

 

OPENING CLIP:

Stephen Colbert interviews Christopher Nolan about Tenet

 

 

The Roast of Quentin Tarantino

We present to you a Roast on one of the guys who exists solely to be number one individual associated with the word "Controversial" at all times: QUENTIN TARANTINO!

 

What are some of the best Tarantino-inspired movies that Tarantino didn't direct?

 

Why does he have Internet Trolls beat in terms of poor quality hot takes?

 

And what cinematic havoc will he strike back with again very soon?

 

 

ROASTERS: 

Cliff Stevenson,

Charlie Hildebrand, 

Gil Palmer,

Mike Ensing, 

James Bruno, 

Tom Lindaman

& Cam Sully

 

INTRO RIFF:

Levi Dylan Burzlaff-Luett (The Tremors Saga Website/Podcast)

 

The Roast of Nickleback

We're on a roll with the continual pop culture disses and praise: welcome to your listening ears THE ROAST OF NICKLEBACK!

 

Are they the worst named band since Wicked Lester?

 

Is there any other band where you go to free concerts for only to STILL walk out?

 

And is Yoko Ono the only infamous singer that can top this God-awful band?

 

ROASTERS:

Oreo Brewer,

James Bruno,

Mike Ensing,

Gil Palmer,

Cam Sully

& Tom Lindaman