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A Film By...

Audio Cookie Dough and A Film By...

A Film By... is a podcast created and hosted by Brad Koszo and Jeff Johnson. Together, they wax intellectual about Hollywood"s biggest film directors, their underrated movies, and the things we love about them.

tv & film film reviews

All Episodes

49:42

Rian Johnson - Brick

A Film By... ·

2025/12/22

With Rian Johnson's latest Knives Out entry, Wake Up Dead Man available to stream, we'll remind you he's no stranger to the genre, as we look back on his directorial feature film debut, Brick!Check out our NEW YouTube Channel and subscribe now! If you're one of the first 100 subscribers, you'll be entered to win a weekend pass for one of several comic cons happening in 2026!Head over to our Patreon and get started with a FREE 7-day trial. We've got plenty of exclusive content and episodes that

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49:28

Phasers Set To Stun: Top 10 Episodes from Star Trek:...

A Film By... ·

2025/12/19

On Phasers Set To Stun, we recognize the popularity of all things Star Trek, with a look at the television shows, animation, movies, and much more!Our popular "Starter Treks" mini-series is back with a look at Deep Space Nine! Our crew is leaving the bridge and settling in at the Promenade to share the ten episodes you need to see from season five, if you aren't ready to watch all 26 episodes!Check out our YouTube Channel and subscribe now!Head over to our Patreon and get started with a FREE 7-day

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41:10

Jalmari Helander - Rare Exports

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2025/12/15

This week, David and Garret provide some insight into one of the more unusual Christmas movies you may, or may not have seen. Brace yourself for Jalmari Helander's twisted comedic take on Santa Claus and his dark origins in Rare Exports!Check out our NEW YouTube Channel and subscribe now! If you're one of the first 100 subscribers, you'll be entered to win a weekend pass for one of several comic cons happening in 2026!Head over to our Patreon and get started with a FREE 7-day trial. We've got plenty

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44:46

Guillermo del Toro - Frankenstein: Part Two of Two

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2025/12/12

David, Amber, and Angela have stitched together a bonus, two-part episode for you today! The trio have a lively conversation about Guillermo del Toro's passion project, Frankenstein!Join the conversation as they explore del Toro's reimagining of Mary Shelley’s classic tale through his signature blend of gothic beauty, emotional depth, and monstrous humanity. The film's cinematography, bold performances, and intricate costume details are all under examination as they determine whether or not this may

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56:03

Guillermo del Toro - Frankenstein: Part One of Two

A Film By... ·

2025/12/12

David, Amber, and Angela have stitched together a bonus, two-part episode for you today! The trio have a lively conversation about Guillermo del Toro's passion project, Frankenstein!Join the conversation as they explore del Toro's reimagining of Mary Shelley’s classic tale through his signature blend of gothic beauty, emotional depth, and monstrous humanity. The film's cinematography, bold performances, and intricate costume details are all under examination as they determine whether or not this may

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73:32

Taylor Hackford - White Nights

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2025/12/08

We have lots to celebrate this week with the 40th anniversary of Taylor Hackford's 1985 musical drama, White Nights! Our very own Amber Lewis takes hosting duties to dive into the incredible performances by Mikhail Baryshnikov, Gregory Hines, and Helen Mirren! Find out what Angela Norris and Jeff Johnson have to say after their first-time watch.Check out our NEW YouTube Channel and subscribe now! If you're one of the first 100 subscribers, you'll be entered to win a weekend pass for one of several

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65:35

Stanley Kubrick - Eyes Wide Shut

A Film By... ·

2025/12/01

We're kicking off the holiday season with Stanley Kubrick's final film, which also happens to be one of his strangest, and most divisive works. Brad Koszo makes a welcome return to the show to dive into the secrets, dangers, and erotic thrills of Eyes Wide Shut!Check out our NEW YouTube Channel and subscribe now! If you're one of the first 100 subscribers, you'll be entered to win a weekend pass for one of several comic cons happening in 2026!Head over to our Patreon and get started with a FREE

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63:02

Phasers Set To Stun: Top 10 Episodes from Star Trek:...

A Film By... ·

2025/11/26

On Phasers Set To Stun, we recognize the popularity of all things Star Trek, with a look at the television shows, animation, movies, and much more!Our popular "Starter Treks" mini-series is back with a look at Deep Space Nine! Our crew is leaving the bridge and settling in at the Promenade to share the ten episodes you need to see from season five, if you aren't ready to watch all 26 episodes!Check out our YouTube Channel and subscribe now!Head over to our Patreon and get started with a FREE 7-day

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63:53

Wolfgang Petersen - The Perfect Storm

A Film By... ·

2025/11/24

This week, Jeff and Amber celebrate the 25th anniversary of Wolfgang Petersen's sea-faring thriller, The Perfect Storm, with a discussion about the actors, crew, and incredible director that brought this true story to life for the big screen.Check out our NEW YouTube Channel and subscribe now! If you're one of the first 100 subscribers, you'll be entered to win a weekend pass for one of several comic cons happening in 2026!Head over to our Patreon and get started with a FREE 7-day trial. We've got

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67:49

Phasers Set To Stun: Top 10 Episodes from Star Trek:...

A Film By... ·

2025/11/19

On Phasers Set To Stun, we recognize the popularity of all things Star Trek, with a look at the television shows, animation, movies, and much more!Our popular "Starter Treks" mini-series is back with a look at Deep Space Nine! Our crew is leaving the bridge and settling in at the Promenade to share the ten episodes you need to see from season four, if you aren't ready to watch all 26 episodes!Check out our YouTube Channel and subscribe now!Head over to our Patreon and get started with a FREE 7-day

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50:10

Ryan Coogler - Fruitvale Station

A Film By... ·

2025/11/17

With Michael B. Jordan's amazing performance in Sinners still fresh on our mind, we look back at his critically acclaimed performance in Ryan Coogler's Fruitvale Station.Check out our YouTube Channel and subscribe now!Head over to our Patreon and get started with a FREE 7-day trial. We've got plenty of exclusive content and episodes that you'll only find there! You can also sign up as a free member! www.afilmbypodcast.com/ for more information.Email us at afilmbypodcast@gmail.com with your

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80:19

Mike Nichols - Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

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2025/11/10

Before you make plans to invite your friends over or plan that family dinner party, hear what we have to say about Mike Nichols' 1966 drama Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? in which Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton host the dinner party from Hell! Amber Lewis welcomes "The Authority on the Golden Age of Cinema" Robert Burnett back to the show!Head over to our Patreon and get started with a FREE 7-day trial. We've got plenty of exclusive content and episodes that you'll only find there! You can

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64:29

Phasers Set To Stun: Top 10 Episodes from Star Trek:...

A Film By... ·

2025/11/05

On Phasers Set To Stun, we recognize the popularity of all things Star Trek, with a look at the television shows, animation, movies, and much more!Our popular "Starter Treks" mini-series is back with a look at Deep Space Nine! Our crew is leaving the bridge and settling in at the Promenade to share the ten episodes you need to see from season three, if you aren't ready to watch all 26 episodes!For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial!Check out

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59:40

Sydney Pollack - Out of Africa

A Film By... ·

2025/11/03

Following our Robert Redford tribute episode, we couldn't pass up the opportunity to dive into one of his movies that was mentioned, especially as it celebrates it's 40th anniversary. Amber and Andrew discuss the beauty of the African plains, the surrounding dangers, and the romanticism of hair washing in Sydney Pollack's superb 1985 drama, Out of Africa!Head over to our Patreon and get started with a FREE 7-day trial. We've got plenty of exclusive content and episodes that you'll only find there

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84:31

Chuck Russell - The Blob

A Film By... ·

2025/10/31

Happy Halloween! We've got one more scary movie oozing it's way to you this month! Our friend Chuck Bryan from The Cinematic Flashback Podcast joins Jeff and David to talk about Chuck Russell's 1988 remake of sci-fi classic, The Blob!Don't miss out on the episode happening within this episode! We review the original 1958 version of The Blob, starring Steve McQueen, and compare it to the remake. We also discuss the sequel most people don't know about, and debate some of our other favorite creepy

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74:57

Wes Craven - Deadly Blessing

A Film By... ·

2025/10/31

Jeff welcomes the return of his "deadly friends," Chuck Bryan of The Cinematic Flashback Podcast and "Slasher Girl" Amanda Janik to discuss Wes Craven's 1981 folk horror thriller Deadly Blessing!Check out our coverage of Scarefest Weekend on our YouTube Channel and subscribe now!For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... Podcast on our Patreon with a FREE 7-day trial. You can also sign up as a free member! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com/ for more information.Email us at

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72:14

Guillermo del Toro - The Devil's Backbone

A Film By... ·

2025/10/27

Our scary movie coverage continues with Guillermo del Toro's 2001 Spanish language thriller, The Devil's Backbone! Amber shares her love for the director's unique ghost story while attempting to temper Jeff's expectations. For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... Podcast on our Patreon with a FREE 7-day trial. You can also sign up as a free member! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com/ for more information.Email us at afilmbypodcast@gmail.com with your questions, comments, and

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63:33

Diane Keaton - Our Top 10 Favorite Film Roles

A Film By... ·

2025/10/24

Jeff and Amber take pause to pay tribute to Diane Keaton with an impromptu discussion about their top 10 favorite performances by the legendary actress.For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... Podcast on our Patreon with a FREE 7-day trial. You can also sign up as a free member! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com/ for more information.Email us at afilmbypodcast@gmail.com with your questions, comments, and requests.Find us on Instagram, X, and Facebook @afilmbypodcast.

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64:10

Phasers Set To Stun: Top 10 Episodes from Star Trek:...

A Film By... ·

2025/10/22

On Phasers Set To Stun, we recognize the popularity of all things Star Trek, with a look at the television shows, animation, movies, and much more!Our popular "Starter Treks" mini-series is back with a look at Deep Space Nine! Our crew is leaving the bridge and settling in at the Promenade to share the ten episodes you need to see from season two, if you aren't ready to watch all 26 episodes!For exclusive episodes and content, check out A Film By... on Patreon! with a FREE 7-day trial!Check out

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63:13

Adam Green - Hatchet

A Film By... ·

2025/10/13

Scary movie season isn't complete without an over-the-top slasher on the list. This week, Jeff, Garret, and David sharpen their conversation skills with Adam Green's 2006 horror film, Hatchet!This episode features an additional 14 minutes of content that will have Kane Hodder fans talking! Listen now, exclusively on our Patreon with a FREE 7-day trial. You can also sign up as a free member! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com/ for more information.Email us at afilmbypodcast@gmail.com with your

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