AKAPAD the FILM BUFF Podcast

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AKAPAD the FILM BUFF Podcast

Peter A DeLuca AKAPAD is single-handedly saving Film Criticism, join The Pop Culture Pope as he takes you on a journey of personal and critical insight into some of the greatest films ever made and many long-forgotten ones.

  1. HELLBOY (2019)

    19H AGO

    HELLBOY (2019)

    Continuing The Film Buff's complete and in-depth study of Hellboy, we now arrive at the 2019 self-titled reboot. Those who brought us HellBoy 2019CastDavid Harbour as Hellboy / Anung Un RamaMilla Jovovich as Vivienne Nimue / The Blood QueenIan McShane as Professor Trevor "Broom" BruttenholmSasha Lane as Alice MonaghanDaniel Dae Kim as Ben DaimioThomas Haden Church as Lobster JohnsonStephen Graham as Gruagach (voice)Douglas Tait as Gruagach (on-set)Sophie Okonedo as Lady HattonAlistair Petrie as Lord Adam GlarenBrian Gleeson as MerlinPenelope Mitchell as GaneidaMark Stanley as King ArthurEmma Tate as Baba Yaga (voice)Troy James as Baba YagaMario de la Rosa as Esteban Ruiz / CamazotzAva Brennan as Alice's MotherAnthony Delaney as Alice's FatherNadya Keranova as SisterMaria Tepavicharova as SisterAna Tabakova as SisterTerry Randal as PriestChristopher Mata as RefereeAtanas Srebrev as Agent MadisonDawn Sherrer as Agent StrodeMichael Heath as ButlerCrewNeil Marshall - DirectorAndrew Cosby - ScreenplayMike Mignola - Based on the Dark Horse Comic Book "Hellboy" created byLawrence Gordon - ProducerLloyd Levin - ProducerMike Mignola - ProducerCarl Hampe - ProducerMatt O’Toole - ProducerLes Weldon - ProducerYariv Lerner - ProducerBenjamin Wallfisch - MusicLorenzo Senatore - CinematographyMartin Bernfeld - EditorPaul Kirby - Production DesignStephanie Collie - Costume DesignJoel Harlow - Special Effects Makeup

    11 min
  2. 2073 - a wildly unique film

    3D AGO

    2073 - a wildly unique film

    Today, The Film Buff explores the responsibility of watching films like 2073 and appreciating them as presented, without letting personal politics influence the viewing experience.

    8 min
  3. G20 (2025) A Solid Action Flick!

    5D AGO

    G20 (2025) A Solid Action Flick!

    It's TGIF and The Film Buff is ready for action with Amazon's newest drop G20 Those who brought is G20 Cast: Viola Davis – President Danielle Sutton Anthony Anderson – Derek Sutton Marsai Martin – Serena Sutton Ramón Rodríguez – Agent Manny Ruiz Antony Starr – Corporal Edward Rutledge Douglas Hodge – Prime Minister Oliver Everett Elizabeth Marvel – Treasury Secretary Joanna Worth Sabrina Impacciatore Clark Gregg Christopher Farrar – Demetrius Sutton Crew: Patricia Riggen – Director Caitlin Parrish – Screenplay Erica Weiss – Screenplay Noah Miller – Screenplay, Story Logan Miller – Screenplay, Story Andrew Lazar – Producer Viola Davis – Producer Julius Tennon – Producer David Fliegel – Executive Producer Rob Williams – Executive Producer Danny Sherman – Executive Producer Janine van Assen – Co-Producer Emma E. Hickox – Editor More about G20 In G20 (2025), Viola Davis dominates as U.S. President Danielle Sutton, a war hero turned commander-in-chief thrust into chaos when terrorists, led by a crypto-obsessed ex-soldier (Antony Starr), hijack a G20 summit in Cape Town. With her family and global leaders at risk, Sutton unleashes her military grit in a relentless battle to save them and avert economic disaster. Directed by Patricia Riggen, this action-packed thriller is a great fun flick in the style of Air Force One, delivering high-octane thrills and geopolitical stakes with Davis’ magnetic star power front and center.

    12 min
  4. THE LIFE LIST (2025) - from Netflix

    APR 10

    THE LIFE LIST (2025) - from Netflix

    Today, AKAPAD The Film Buff dives into the vital role of the romantic comedy, using Netflix’s latest release The Life List as a lens—and spotlighting the underrated legacy of writer-director Adam Brooks, an unsung hero behind some of Hollywood’s most dependable studio hits. Those who brought us The Life List Director: Adam Brooks Screenplay: Adam Brooks Based on the Novel by: Lori Nelson Spielman Producers: Liza Chasin Adam Brooks (Executive Producer) Margaret Chernin (Executive Producer) Kerry Orent (Executive Producer) Hutch Parker (Executive Producer) Music: Will Bates Cinematography: Florian Ballhaus Editing: Peter Teschner Main Cast: Sofia Carson as Alex Rose Kyle Allen as Brad Connie Britton as Elizabeth Rose Sebastian de Souza as Garrett José Zúñiga Jordi Mollà as Johnny Dario Ladani Sanchez as Lucas Federico Rodriguez as Julian Marianne Rendón as Zoe Michael Rowland as Finn Chelsea Frei Luca Padovan Rachel Zeiger-Haag Maria Jung Donnetta Lavinia Grays

    11 min
  5. DAREDEVIL BORN AGAIN - MY THOUGHTS

    APR 9

    DAREDEVIL BORN AGAIN - MY THOUGHTS

    Daredevil: Born Again has officially wrapped on Disney+, and AKAPAD The Film Buff is ready to break down what worked, what didn’t, and whether it lived up to the hype.

    13 min
  6. Y2K - just dropped on MAX

    APR 8

    Y2K - just dropped on MAX

    Fresh from 2024 and now streaming on HBO Max, AKAPAD The Film Buff dives into Y2K — a throwback horror flick that channels the wild energy of the AOL era, featuring some of the most original creature designs in modern cinema. Those who brought is Y2K. Director: Kyle Mooney Writers: Kyle Mooney Evan Winter Producers: Matt Dines Alison Goodwin Jonah Hill Christopher Storer Cooper Wehde Evan Winter Cast: Jaeden Martell as Eli Rachel Zegler as Laura Julian Dennison as Danny Daniel Zolghadri as CJ Lachlan Watson as Ash Eduardo Franco as Farkas Fred Durst as himself Kyle Mooney as Garrett Mason Gooding as Jonas The Kid Laroi as Soccer Chris Miles Robbins as Nugz Alicia Silverstone as Robin Tim Heidecker as Howard Jacob Moskovitz as Trevor Lauren Balone as Raleigh Ellie Ricker as Madison Kevin Mangold as Cool Blue Music by: Danny Bensi Saunder Jurriaans Cinematography: Bill Pope Editing: David Marks Casting: Jessica Kelly Production Design: Jason Singleton Art Direction: Rosa Callejas Kristina Porter Set Decoration: Katy Porter Costume Design: Katina Danabassis

    9 min
  7. Winner based on reality (2024) - NOW ON HULU

    APR 7

    Winner based on reality (2024) - NOW ON HULU

    Now streaming on Hulu: AKAPAD The Film Buff breaks down Winner, a must-see biopic based on the true story of Reality Winner, the whistleblower who leaked classified government documents." Cast: Emilia Jones as Reality Winner Connie Britton as Billie Winner Kathryn Newton as Brittany Winner Zach Galifianakis as Ron Winner Danny Ramirez as Agent Garrick Leah Gibson as Jennifer Solari Stephanie Sy as Anne McCoy Shannon Berry as KayLee Thompson Sam Duke as Taylor Crew: Director: Susanna Fogel Writers: Kerry Howley (based on the article "Who Is Reality Winner?"), Susanna Fogel Producers: Susanna Fogel, Amanda Phillips, Shivani Rawat, Julie Goldstein, Scott Budnick, Ameet Shukla Executive Producers: Daniel Bekerman, Michael B. Clark, Connor Flanagan, Daniele Tate Melia, Peter Saraf, Alex Turtletaub, Ben Yano Cinematographer: Steve Yedlin Editor: Joseph Krings Casting Director: Deanna Brigidi Production Designer: Sara K. White Set Decorators: Mary Kirkland, Sara McCudden Costume Designer: Anastasia Magoutas Makeup Department Head: Kristy Greig Key Hair Stylist: Lexy Fabiano Original Music Composer: Heather McIntosh

    16 min
  8. 1993 THE GREATEST YEAR OF AMERICAN CARTOON SYDNICATION

    APR 6

    1993 THE GREATEST YEAR OF AMERICAN CARTOON SYDNICATION

    Travel back to 1993 with AKAPAD as he breaks down why this might be the greatest year in American cartoon syndication, spotlighting three iconic series: Mighty Max, SWAT Kats, and Exo-Squad.

    17 min
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    Peter A DeLuca AKAPAD is single-handedly saving Film Criticism, join The Pop Culture Pope as he takes you on a journey of personal and critical insight into some of the greatest films ever made and many long-forgotten ones.

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