The Jacked Up Review Show Podcast

In this minisode, Johnny Potoky & I dive into the on-going Tom Berenger war/spy franchise SNIPER:

 

*Are these proper tributes to every post-80s stealthy spy military film?

 

*Would more people see these movies if the names weren't so low-brow sounding?

 

*Why are there a surprisingly amount of awesome Martial Arts fights in these films?

 

*We also do an Expendables type fan-casting!

 

 

 

MOVIES DISCUSSED:

Sniper trilogy (1993, 2002, 2004),

Sniper 4: Legacy (2011),

Sniper 5: Legacy (2014),

Sniper 6: Ghost Shooter (2016),

Sniper 7: Ultimate Kill (2017),

Sniper 8: Assassin's End (2020),

Sniper 9: Rogue Mission (2022),

Sniper 10: G.R.I.T. (2023),

Sniper 11: The Last Stand (2025)

& Sniper 12: No Nation (2026)

 

 

MUSIC USED:

Sniper OST by Gary Chang, Mark Mancina & Hans Zimmer

I compiled a few recent brief chats together on the Conan the Barbarian versions and other Robert E. Howard adaptations. Then, we conclude with a special interview with Arnie Impressionist "The Govournator"!

 

 

TALKING POINTS:

*Jamie Ray even pitches what a 3rd proper Conan film could've been like.

 

*We also get hyped over Arnie's announced return to the Conan and Predator saga as well as the greenlit Commando 2!

 

 

GUESTS:

Todd Simpson, John Holman, Matthew Litwin, Oreo Brewer, Jamie Ray, James, Nix E Clips (Cinema Shitshow), Ethan Weeks & Gil Palmer

 

 

 

 

Follow Arnie VO Impressionist Govournator on Cameo & Instagram!

We conclude the Nicholson themed week with the Stephen King double feature of THE SHINING and DOCTOR SLEEP:

 

In both a re-edit and new portion, we were so fortunate to have all kinds of guests who summed up the various praise, themes and critiques in their OWN voice.

 

Due to Kubrick's internal thoughts and his external approach, were the fans always going to be in-fighting amongst themselves and Stephen King's fans?

 

What sets Kubrick apart from all the Lars Von Trier copycats?

 

David Lynch never shied away but why do we still not understand Kubrick's true intent?

 

And why are fans so bonkers with the whole "Wendy is actually crazy" theory?

 

 

 

 

GUESTS:

Cliff Stevenson & A-aron Landerville (Predator Movie Minute, Gonzo Movie Minute),

Karen & Joseph (Bonsai Movie Crew),

Jenny Ambrose

& Lucas Dickinson

 

 

We get to do a very special tribute to the Sean Penn helmed, Jack Nicholson co-starring themed "Circle of Love" trilogy: THE INDIAN RUNNER (1991), THE CROSSING GUARD (1995) & THE PLEDGE (2001).

 

How do all of the ensemble casts and tight scripting compliment these atypical premises?

 

Which one hits the hardest out of the three?

 

And why will these films stay with any filmbuff long after the credits have rolled?

 

 

GUESTS:

Interviewer Jimmy Carter

We get to do an overview on Aaron Sorkin's Legal Themed Trilogy:

 

*How does Jack Nicholson portray the ultimate villain who thinks he's correct in A FEW GOOD MEN?

 

* How do Jessica Chastain and Idris Elba portray their most enriching characters to date in MOLLY's GAME?

 

*And why did THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7 come out at the best possible time?

 

 

 

 

 

GUESTS:

Lynsey G, C. Courtney Joyner, Interviewer Jimmy Carter & Jeff Kerr

 

 

CLIPS USED:

Siskel & Ebert's mixed review of A FEW GOOD MEN

 

 

SONGS USED:

"Code Red/Semper Fidelis " and "Kaffe" by Marc Shaiman (from A FEW GOOD MEN OST)

We do yet another Jack Nicholson movie franchise double feature:

 

How does THE LAST DETAIL show how Navy sailors briefly defy orders while reluctantly carrying them out?

 

How did the author's loose sequel LAST FLAG FLYING capture much of the same style and themes?

 

Plus, the usual playing of awesome clips from the original movie!

 

 

 

MUSIC USED:

"The Last Detail : Opening & Closing Credits (1973)" by Johnny Mandel

We begin a Jack Nicholson themed month of June:

 

The podcast crew starts off with a mini-retrospect on the Neo-Noir gem CHINATOWN and its sequel THE TWO JAKES.

 

How did the first film amp up the demand for more modern days on older period mysteries?

 

How can you enjoy the sequel in its own right?

 

And we get to share more clips from the movies that just show what a badass pvt. eye Jake Gittes truly is!

 

 

OTHER TALKING POINTS:

*Does either film do a good use of Raymond Chandler's similar Noir style?

 

*Why hysterical stand-up comedians have done some amusing riffs on dirtbag director Polanski over the years?

 

*And why should everyone in these throwback movies learn how to protect their nose?

 

 

 

MUSIC USED:

Chinatown OST by Jerry Goldsmith

 

"Night on the Docks - Sax" by Kevin MacLeod https://incompetech.com/

License: CC BY 3.0

 

 

 

 

GUESTS:

Lynsey G, C. Courtney Joyner, Interviewer Jimmy Carter & Jeff Kerr

Enjoy this bonus chat with Juicy, one of the dance captains working with dance team Curvy Queenz:

 

How did they form such an inclusive and body-positive crew?

 

How do they assemble their indie film & music crews?

 

Get schooled, get inspired & hear this mentally-rewarding chat!

 

#PodcastersOfInstagram #juneteenth #blackentertainers #curvyqueenz #juicy

In this part new-part old minisode, James, Johnny & I get to do a brief overview of the IRON EAGLE quadrilogy:

 

*How many "That Guy!" actors can you spot in these trashy movies?

 

*It's a poor-man's Rambo but is it actually way more fun than Top Gun?

 

*Why would this saga had worked better as an animated G.I. Joe type cartoon?

 

GUESTS:

James Bruno & Johnny Potoky

 

 

OST SONGS USED:

"Hide In The Rainbow" by DIO

:It's Too Late" by Helix

"The Aces Theme" & "End Credits" by Harry Manfredini (Iron Eagle III)

The Western Wonder (Pic A Flic Podcast) joins Oreo & Cam for a neat overview of Halle Berry's many high-pursuit thrillers & gritty dramas:

 

Later, you hear a clip from the archives with Jon Mark & I summing up Halle's most divisive thrillers to date.

 

Then ask the immortal question: Will she return for John Wick 5?

 

Plus, some other side mentions for Race the Sun, Catwoman, Dark Tide, The Flintstones & Perfect Stranger as well as her activism/charity work!

 

 

INTRO CLIP:

2004 Conan O'Brien Interview

 

 

GUESTS:

The Western Wonder (Pic-A-Flic Podcast on YouTube)

Oreo Brewer

Jon Mark

Gil, Tom & I highlight Actor, Voice Artist & Comedian Phil LaMarr:

 

In this tribute, we do an overview of both his cartoon and live-action roles but which ones remain his instantly recognized ones?

 

Is there any show or game that Phil WASN'T a voice-over on?

 

And more awesome trivia on how he got some of his key roles!

 

 

INTRO CLIP:

Phil LaMarr on Being a "Middle Class Working Actor" (Part 6) (Vlad TV Interview from Jun 10, 2018)

The podcast crew continues the Juneteenth themed month of honoring Black entertainers this week:

 

In this loving tribute, we talk all about the beloved activist and actor Danny Glover.

 

Was he one of the best actors to portray Nelson Mandela on film?

 

Should he return as Lt. Harrigan in the next Predator sequel?

 

And more honoring of the legend!

 

 

INTRO CLIP:

Take2MarkTV Rewind: Danny Glover interview on early acting roles, impact of Lethal Weapon & more (1991 chat)

We do a tribute to the beloved multi-era dramatic tough gal & Martial Artist Pam Grier.

 

What was an underseen role she did that needs more love?

 

What trivia we dug up on her perfectly illustrates her on-and-off-screen fearless nature?

 

And why is she immortalized by so many different kinds of audiences?

 

Shut yo mouth and strap in as the Queen makes her presence known yet again!

 

 

INTRO CLIP:

Conan O'Brien 1997 interview (discussing Blaxploitation movies and promoting Jackie Brown)

Check out our exclusive Interview with Keith Ulrey, the Guitarist for the rediscovered indie-rock group Pohgoh:

 

We talk about the do-it-yourself magazines and sound mixing scene in Tampa, doing anniversary and Christmas shows, using Bandcamp to its best advantage & keeping their recording studio alive for other bands!

I assemble a helluva neat crew to discuss our picks for the best songs of the 2020s (so far):

 

*We mention everyone from NXCRE & The Villains, The Cure, Pearl Jam, Bob Mould, Garbage, Bush, Filter, Polaris, Haute & Freddy. Unleash the Archers, Maggie Rogers, Rico Nasty, SZA, Madi Diaz, Taylor Swift, Viagra Boys, Dead Pioneers & Rolling Stones

*Which cover bands are still working today as well?

OUR CREW:
Cam Sully, Oreo Brewer, Robert Cohen, Mike Newland, Jay Rohr, Shauna Egan, Ethan Weeks, John Holman & James Bruno

 

 

FOLLOW MATT NEWLAND: 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbF3I19kklYu3Ir8TiFUmyA

 

 

FOLLOW FILMMAKER/MUSICIAN JAY ROHR:

https://filmobsessive.com/author/jay-rohr/

 

 

 

 

SONG INTRO: 

"Acoustic Shuffle" by AudioNautix. Creative Commons 4.0 License used. 

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

I sit down for an interview with actress/filmmaker Margaret Sanchez:

 

We have so much neat advice about putting your heart into only creativite pursuits and how you'll never forget the feedback at any film festival!

 

I dive into the underrated Canadian Biker Gangster Drama THE LAST CHAPTER starring Michael Ironside (Total Recall) and Roy Dupuis (La Femme Nikita):

 

I also get to play some clips from the show and comment on what it did different from all the other SOPRANOS/SONS OF ANARCHY type outings!

 

MUSIC USED:
OST by Michel Cusson

I had a beyond uniquely talented individual on who's advice truly should be highly regarded: 

Welcoming to the show is Self-Help Coach Steph Hannah and her Wild Moon Oasis brand!

 

She notes many spiritually healing methods, a unique ritual that gets rids of negative energy and other ways to stop the "not enough time in the day" excuse.

 

You'll be doing yourself a disservice if you don't listen to this chat!

 

 

FOLLOW WILD MOON OASIS HERE:

https://www.wildmoonoasis.com/

 

FOLLOW STEPH HANNAH ON YOUTUBE:

https://www.youtube.com/@WildMoonOasis

 

Multi-TV Writing talent Doug Molitor notes how he transitioned from helming syndicated sitcoms and cartoons to writing his own original pulp SciFi novels.

 

How does he approach the various writing techniques differently?

 

What methods in a pitch meeting might get you a free pass into many other doors?

 

And what positives did he come away with after having this on-going yet blessed career?

 

 

 

 

FOLLOW DOUG'S BIBLIOGRAPHY HERE:

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6553669.Doug_Molitor

I get to interview yet another talent from the Dallas, TX radio station 89.3 KNON FM: Radio DJ & Make-Up Artist Valerie Diamond.

 

She also talks about the history of the beloved radio station, how she loves playing free style music on the air, the listener call-in that she actually helped make a life reevaluation for & teases her upcoming biography book!