My Dad's Movie Podcast

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My Dad's Movie Podcast is a show I have created with my dad, where we can sit and talk shop about film and share our love for movies with our listeners. Other brothers make frequent appearances as well as multiple special guests. Every week we explore new movies and profile the director, examining their life, and analyzing how their upbringing and experiences have led to the creation of some of America's most memorable movie moments.

  1. 3h ago

    It's The Ghost With The Most - Beetlejuice

    IT'S SHOWTIME!!! This week on My Dad’s Movie Podcast, we’re heading into the strange, crooked, wonderfully weird world of Tim Burton’s 1988 classic BEETLEJUICE — with returning guest Barry Barnhart!We break down the movie that helped define Tim Burton’s unmistakable visual style, from its German Expressionist influences and bizarre production design to its practical effects, stop-motion creatures, unforgettable characters, and Michael Keaton’s iconic performance as the ghost with the most.We also look at how collaboration helped turn a movie Hollywood initially didn’t know what to do with into a cult classic, including the contributions of Michael Keaton and production designer Bo Welch.Then we jump ahead more than three decades for BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE. Does Tim Burton recapture the magic of the original? We talk Winona Ryder, Jenna Ortega, Willem Dafoe, Monica Bellucci, Michael Keaton’s return, the sequel’s practical-effects approach, its overloaded cast of characters, and whether we really needed Beetlejuice Goes Hawaiian.Plus: the Maitlands, sandworms, Danny Elfman, Day-O, MacArthur Park, Zagnuts, Comedy Central commercial breaks, and an alarming amount of Danny DeVito.If you enjoy the episode, like the video, subscribe, and let us know in the comments: Which do you prefer — BEETLEJUICE or BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE?#Beetlejuice #BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice #MyDadsMoviePodcast #BarryBarnhart #TimBurton #80sMovies #MoviePodcast #MichaelKeaton

  2. Sep 29

    Take a behind the scenes look at the movie "Look Behind"

    Indie filmmaking takes passion, persistence, and a story worth telling. We sit down with indie filmmaker Erik McCall-Johnson to talk about his feature film Look Behind, the creative process behind bringing an independent movie to life, and the challenges and rewards of filmmaking outside the Hollywood system. *Unfortunately due to a poor connection- there are areas in the video that lag a bit. #LookBehind #ErikMcCallJohnson #IndieFilm #IndependentFilmmaker #IndieFilmmaking #Filmmaker #BehindTheScenes #MoviePodcast #MyDadsMoviePodcast

  3. Sep 22

    “ALAN!” — Revisiting Jurassic Park III

    The dynamic duo of Christian and Noah are back! We’re heading to Isla Sorna to revisit one of the most debated films in the Jurassic franchise -- Jurassic Park 3. Join in on the fun and try not to get eaten!!!#JurassicPark3 #JurassicParkIII #JurassicPark #JurassicWorld #Spinosaurus #DinosaurMovies #MoviePodcast #MovieReview #MovieNostalgia #StevenSpielberg #SamNeill #MyDadsMoviePodcast

  4. Sep 15

    Ep. 56 - Denis Villeneuve (Sicario)

    Sicario is one of the most tense thrillers of the last decade—but what actually makes it feel so dangerous?On this episode of My Dad's Movie Podcast, we revisit Denis Villeneuve's Sicario, starring Emily Blunt, Benicio del Toro and Josh Brolin. For Mick, it's a first-time watch. For Taber, it's a chance to dig into why the movie works so well.We talk about Roger Deakins' incredible cinematography, the film's oppressive use of music and sound, the decision to keep Emily Blunt—and the audience—in the dark, Benicio del Toro's terrifyingly calm performance, and why the violence in Sicario feels disturbing rather than exciting.We also get into one of the subtler filmmaking tricks in the movie: shots and edits that seem to linger just a little too long, creating tension simply by refusing to cut when the audience expects them to.Plus: Josh Brolin's flip-flops, Jon Bernthal taking a real punch from Emily Blunt, film vs. digital cinematography, the ridiculously stacked cast, and why Alejandro may be one of the most intimidating characters in modern crime cinema.If you enjoy movie discussions, filmmaker interviews, and celebrating the films we love, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share. Your support helps us continue bringing exciting conversations with filmmakers, actors, and movie lovers from around the world.Listen to My Dad's Movie Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts.*All original audio and video content of this video is copyrighted to Mick Johnson @ 2025. All rights reserved, use by written permission only.#Sicario #DenisVilleneuve #RogerDeakins #FilmAnalysis #MoviePodcast

  5. Sep 10

    Maximum Overdrive: Stephen King, Killer Trucks & ’80s Insanity

    What happens when Stephen King steps behind the camera and lets the machines take over?This week on My Dad’s Movie Podcast, we’re joined by filmmaker Max Blaska for a wild ride through Maximum Overdrive—Stephen King’s one and only feature film as a director. We talk killer trucks, ’80s excess, King’s unique vision, and why this bizarre cult classic still has fans talking nearly 40 years later.We also talk with Max about his work and involvement with the Mental Health Warrior Film Festival, using the power of film and storytelling to bring attention to mental health.#MyDadsMoviePodcast #MaximumOverdrive #StephenKing #MaxBlaska #MentalHealthWarriorFilmFestival #MentalHealthAwareness #IndieFilm #IndependentFilmmaker #HorrorMovies #80sMovies #CultClassic #MoviePodcast #Filmmaking #SupportIndieFilm

  6. Aug 30

    Ep. 54 - Tim Burton & Edgar Wright (Batman Returns, The Worlds End)

    Tim Burton and Edgar Wright are two filmmakers whose movies are unmistakably their own.From Batman, Beetlejuice and Edward Scissorhands to Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz and The World’s End, both directors built careers around distinctive styles, strange characters, dark comedy and movies that refuse to feel generic.This week on My Dad’s Movie Podcast, we sit down with Indie Filmmakers Jorge Harrington and Sam Patzer as we dive into what makes Tim Burton and Edgar Wright such distinctive filmmakers. We take a deeper look at Burton’s incredible use of production design — the sets, architecture, gothic imagery and visual worlds that make a Burton movie instantly recognizable — and Edgar Wright’s unmistakable approach to editing, visual comedy, transitions and using the cut itself to tell a joke or move the story forward.Along the way, we talk about our favorite moments from their movies, the films that worked for us, and the ones that maybe didn’t.We also get into Tim Burton’s Batman era, the very different Batman 3 that could have been, Gary King and the surprisingly emotional heart of The World’s End, and my dad’s extremely specific problem with aliens that fall apart too easily.Two directors. Two completely different filmmaking toolkits. Two filmographies packed with movies we love talking about.Who do you prefer: Tim Burton or Edgar Wright? And what’s your favorite movie from either director?#TimBurton #EdgarWright #Filmmaking #ProductionDesign #FilmEditing #Batman #HotFuzz #ShaunOfTheDead #TheWorldsEnd #Beetlejuice #MoviePodcast #FilmPodcast #Funny #MichaelKeaton #SimonPegg

  7. Aug 11

    Friday the 13th- featuring Amber Brooke

    Cha cha cha cha hi hi hi hiJoin us on My Dad's Movie Podcast as we dive into the blood-soaked legacy of Friday the 13th with special guest actress Amber Brooke.Amber brings her unique perspective as an actress and horror fan, making this episode more than just a movie review—it's a celebration of one of cinema's most legendary franchises.Whether you've been visiting Camp Crystal Lake since 1980 or you're discovering Jason for the first time, grab your hockey mask and join us for an entertaining discussion filled with laughs, movie facts, and plenty of horror nostalgia.Be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share. Every subscription helps us bring more incredible conversations to movie fans everywhere.*All original audio and video content of this video is copyrighted to Mick Johnson @ 2025. All rights reserved, use by written permission only.#MyDadsMoviePodcast #FridayThe13th #JasonVoorhees #AmberBrooke #HorrorMovies #SlasherFilms #HorrorPodcast #MoviePodcast #CampCrystalLake #ClassicHorror #80sHorror #MovieDiscussion #FilmFans #HorrorCommunity

  8. Aug 4

    The Last Samurai (audio podcast with pictures)

    Honor. Sacrifice. Redemption.In this episode of My Dad's Movie Podcast, we journey into the world of The Last Samurai, one of the most visually stunning and emotionally powerful films ever made.Taber and I dive into the unforgettable performances, breathtaking battle scenes, rich historical influences, and the timeless themes of honor, purpose, loyalty, and personal transformation that have made this film a modern classic. Whether you've seen it once or a dozen times, there's always something new to discover. Special phone call at the end with my youngest son Alec.Be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share. Every subscription helps us bring more incredible conversations to movie fans everywhere.*All original audio and video content of this video is copyrighted to Mick Johnson @ 2025. All rights reserved, use by written permission only.#TheLastSamurai #MyDadsMoviePodcast #MoviePodcast #FilmDiscussion #MovieReview #TomCruise #KenWatanabe #Cinema #MovieLovers #FilmFans #ClassicMovies #MovieAnalysis #BehindTheScenes #FilmCommunity #Honor #Bushido #MovieBuff #YouTubePodcast #Podcast #FilmHistory

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My Dad's Movie Podcast is a show I have created with my dad, where we can sit and talk shop about film and share our love for movies with our listeners. Other brothers make frequent appearances as well as multiple special guests. Every week we explore new movies and profile the director, examining their life, and analyzing how their upbringing and experiences have led to the creation of some of America's most memorable movie moments.

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  • Creator
    MDMP
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    60
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © MDMP
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