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Force Five

A movie podcast with a new guest each show, hosted by ex-video store clerk and Telly Award winner Jason Kleeberg. Each guest comes up with a movie-themed ‘five list’ topic beforehand, and then the picks are discussed on-air. For more show info, head to www.forcefivepodcast.com.

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01:27:47

Force Five Live: The Quentin Tarantino Character Draft.

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2025/10/06

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:This week, host Jason Kleeberg is joined by Scott K. from The Church of Tarantino and Pete Abeyta from The Middle Class Film Class to celebrate the Tarantinoverse and some of the most memorable characters of all time who reside within. Pete takes over hosting duties as Scott and Jason go head to head to see who has the best list of Tarantino characters, voted on by you, the List Nerds.PatreonHead to https://www.patreon.com/forcefive to access older episodes,

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00:53:06

5 More Fantastic Single Location Films.

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2025/09/22

This Time on the Force Five Podcast:Host Jason Kleeberg is joined by author Ryan Estrada to revisit a topic once talked about on Force Five - single location films. These are the stories that take place in one area, that trap us in a house, a room, a bathroom, a pool, a coffin—and force filmmakers to get creative in tight spaces. Done right, they can be some of the most tense, inventive, and unforgettable movies you’ll ever see.PatreonHead to https://www.patreon.com/forcefive to access older

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01:09:48

Top 5 Book to Film Adaptations.

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2025/09/08

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:Host Jason Kleeberg is joined by podcaster Ryan Luis Rodriguez, host of both the One Track Mind and Reels of Justice podcasts to talk about some of their favorite book-to-film adaptations of all time.PatreonHead to https://www.patreon.com/forcefive to access older episodes, reviews, giveaways and talk flicks with me!Connect with Ryan Luis RodriguezTo listen to One Track Mind, use this link: https://podfollow.com/1431611476To listen to Reels of Justice, use this

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01:12:29

5 Great Exploitation Films.

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2025/08/25

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:Host Jason Kleeberg is joined by podcaster Chris Haskell, host of Punk Vacation, an unofficial Vinegar Syndrome podcast. They break down what the exploitation genre is and then delve into building what they call a “starter pack” of exploitation films for anyone looking to explore the genre and its various subgenres.PatreonHead to https://www.patreon.com/forcefive to access older episodes, reviews, giveaways and talk flicks with me!Connect with Chris HaskellTo

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01:07:52

Top 5 Films About Grief.

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2025/08/11

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:Host Jason Kleeberg is joined by podcaster Billy Ray Brewton, whose newest creative endeavor, the documentary Coroner to the Stars is making festival rounds now.To read our article about Michael Madsen, use this link: https://cinepunx.com/somebodys-gonna-start-cryin-remembering-michael-madsen-1957-2025/PatreonHead to https://www.patreon.com/forcefive to access older episodes, reviews, giveaways and talk flicks with me!Connect with Billy Ray BrewtonTo subscribe to

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01:05:06

Top 5 Mother/Daughter Films.

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2025/07/28

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:Host Jason Kleeberg is joined by Julia Max, the director of the 2025 horror film The Surrender to talk Top 5 Mother/Daughter Films.To read my contribution to remembering Michael Madsen, use this link: https://cinepunx.com/somebodys-gonna-start-cryin-remembering-michael-madsen-1957-2025/To listen to One Track Mind, use this link. https://podfollow.com/1431611476PatreonHead to https://www.patreon.com/forcefive to access older episodes, reviews, giveaways and talk

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00:52:28

5 Films You Didn’t Know Had TV Spinoffs.

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2025/07/14

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:This week, host Jason Kleeberg is joined by no one, because he didn’t edit a show with everything going on in his personal life.Instead, here’s one from the Patreon vault. This originally aired in September of 2022.PatreonHead to https://www.patreon.com/forcefive to access older episodes, reviews, giveaways and talk flicks with me!Stay Connected with Force Five📧 Email: forcefivepodcast@gmail.com🌐 Website: https://www.forcefivepodcast.com🎬 Letterboxd:

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01:18:

Top 5 Ticking Clock Films.

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2025/06/30

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:This week, host Jason Kleeberg is joined again by screenwriter Phil Iscove, creator of the Fox series Sleepy Hollow and co-host of Podcast Like It’s. Today’s topic is Top 5 Ticking Clock films…these are films where a life‑or‑death deadline hangs over everything - not just a dramatic two‑minute bomb‑scene—it’s the entire premise. Think High Noon where Gary Cooper’s Will Kane awaits the arrival of the Miller Gang on the twelve o’clock train or 1988’s D.O.A., where

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01:00:06

Top 5 Films Featuring Musicians in the Cast.

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2025/06/16

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:This week, host Jason Kleeberg is joined again by writer Duane Swierczynski, co-author of the new book Lion and Lamb with James Patterson. On this show, we talk about our favorite films and some underrated gems featuring musicians in the cast.PatreonHead to https://www.patreon.com/forcefive to access older episodes, reviews, giveaways and talk flicks with me!Connect with Duane SwierczynskiBuy a book: https://www.gleefulmayhem.com/novelsJoin his newsletter:

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01:01:02

Top 5 Movie Dogs (Rewind).

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2025/06/02

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:🎙️ In this classic episode that originally aired in September of 2022, host Jason Kleeberg is joined by David Rosen. He’s a musician and the host of the Piecing it Together Podcast. Together, they reveal their picks for their Top 5 movie dogs. There’s also a review of the film Nope (2022), which had just come out at the time.PatreonHead to https://www.patreon.com/forcefive to access older episodes, reviews, giveaways and talk flicks with me!Connect with David

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01:08:56

Force Five Live: The Tom Cruise Draft.

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2025/05/19

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:🎙️ This week, host Jason Kleeberg is joined by Chris Bumbray (Editor-in-Chief at joblo.com) and Sean O’Connell (Deputy Editor at CBR.com) to celebrate the filmography of the biggest movie star on the planet - Tom Cruise. With Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning right around the corner, these two go head to head looking to craft the best list of 5 Tom Cruise films, voted on by you, the List Nerds.PatreonHead to https://www.patreon.com/forcefive to access older

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00:56:52

Top 5 “Blank Check” Directors.

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2025/05/05

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:🎙️ This week, host Jason Kleeberg is joined by Eric Holmes, co-host of the Cinemaddicts podcast. This week, we imagine being billionaires with enough dough to fund some filmmakers that we think deserve a blank check to, in some cases, make whatever the F they want.PatreonHead to https://www.patreon.com/forcefive to access older episodes, reviews, giveaways and talk flicks with me!Connect with Eric HolmesListen to Cinemaddicts: https://podfollow.com/1071941437Join

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01:25:49

Top 5 Directorial Debuts.

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2025/04/21

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:🎙️ This week, host Jason Kleeberg is joined by Hunter Robinson, host of the podcast Tumbleweeds & TV Cowboys. This week, we explore the directorial debuts that not only introduced fresh voices but redefined what cinema could be. From low-budget gems to high-concept masterpieces, we dive into the movies that set the stage for legendary careers.PatreonHead to https://www.patreon.com/forcefive to access older episodes, reviews, giveaways and talk flicks with

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01:13:49

5 Great Films by Canadian Directors.

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2025/04/07

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:🎙️ This week, host Jason Kleeberg is joined by screenwriter Jaime Kawamoto to spotlight the 5 Great Films Directed by Canadians. From cult classics to cinematic powerhouses, they dive into the unique voices and visions coming out of Canada. Discover some hidden gems, revisit old favorites, and maybe add a few new titles to your watchlist.Special OfferHead to BartBridge.com and use code FORCE5 for 5% off of their products!PatreonHead to

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01:00:27

Top 5 Performances by Non-Actors.

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2025/03/24

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:🎙️ Casting non-actors in a film can lead to raw, authentic, unforgettable performances. On this episode of the Force Five Podcast, host Jason Kleeberg and McVeigh (2025) director Mike Ott sit down to talk about their favorites.Which actors made the cut? Who should have made the list? Let me know at forcefivepodcast@gmail.com.#FilmPodcast #MovieTalk #ForceFivePodcastPatreonHead to https://www.patreon.com/forcefive to access older episodes, reviews, and talk flicks

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01:18:54

Top 5 Character Actors.

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2025/03/10

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:🎙️ Character actors are performers who specialize in playing distinctive supporting roles (most of the time) rather than leading ones. They excel at transforming into a wide range of characters, sometimes disappearing so fully into their roles that audiences may recognize their face but not their name. On this episode of the Force Five Podcast, host Jason Kleeberg and Carlo from The Movie Loot Podcast celebrate those actors.Which actors made the cut? Who should

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01:02:40

Top 5 Lonely Movies.

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2025/02/24

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:🎙️ Loneliness can be haunting, heartbreaking, or even beautiful — especially in film. In this episode of Force Five, host Jason Kleeberg and author Valentina Rojas break down their Top 5 Lonely Movies, exploring films that capture isolation, solitude, and the human condition in unforgettable ways. From quiet character studies to vast, empty landscapes, these movies make us feel the weight of being alone.Which films made the cut? Tune in to find out!Got a favorite

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01:07:55

Force Five Live: The Brad Pitt Draft.

Force Five ·

2025/02/10

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:🎙️ In this classic Patreon episode, The Force Five Podcast presents the Brad Pitt Draft! Along with host Jason Kleeberg, Chris and Rob from the Get Me Another Podcast celebrate Brad Pitt’s amazing career. You’ll be surprised by what makes the list and more importantly, what’s left off!Special OfferLove physical media? Visit MonsterMaul.com and use promo code FORCEFIVE for 10% off new and used discs! 💿Connect with Get Me AnotherListen to Get Me Another:

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00:30:57

Top 5 Films of 2024 (Part 2: The Awards).

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2025/01/27

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:Squarespace wasn’t ready for the whole episode, so I had to split them up!🎙️ Discover the ultimate list of the Best Films of 2024 in this must-listen episode of The Force Five Podcast. Join host Jason Kleeberg as he and his guests count down the top cinematic experiences of the year, featuring a mix of indie gems, blockbuster hits, and everything in between. With special guests David Rosen from the Piecing it Together Podcast and Pete Abeyta from the Middle Class

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01:22:31

Top 5 Films of 2024 (Part 1: The List).

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2025/01/27

This Week on the Force Five Podcast:🎙️ Discover the ultimate list of the Best Films of 2024 in this must-listen episode of The Force Five Podcast. Join host Jason Kleeberg as he and his guests count down the top cinematic experiences of the year, featuring a mix of indie gems, blockbuster hits, and everything in between. With special guests David Rosen from the Piecing it Together Podcast and Pete Abeyta from the Middle Class Film Class Podcast, the conversation dives deep into what made these

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