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Welcome to Back To The Blockbuster, a Playlyst original podcast hosted by Gaius Bolling and Jackson Pye. Gaius brings his industry knowledge to the conversation as he currently works Press for film & TV while Jackson brings the casual moviegoer opinion. The duo also covers milestone movie anniversaries and predicts the box office every week. In addition to the main show, Gaius also hosts a bi-weekly spinoff called Back To The Blockbuster Presents: Deep Dives that sees Gaius and rotating gues ...
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In this second episode of our “Merry Bingemas” series, we unwrap the dark side of Christmas with a deep dive into the horror film "Better Watch Out," directed by Chris Peckover. Join us as we explore the twisted tale of a babysitter, played by Olivia DeJonge, who finds herself in a nightmarish situation when a home invasion turns into a fight for s…
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In our very first festive Merry Bingemas episode of the holiday season, we unwrap the charm of the beloved romantic comedy, “The Holiday,” directed by the talented Nancy Meyers. Join us as we explore the heartwarming story of two women, Iris (Kate Winslet) and Amanda (Cameron Diaz), who switch homes for the holidays in a quest to escape their heart…
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Join us as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of Christopher Nolan's cinematic masterpiece, “Interstellar”! In this episode, we delve deep into the film's groundbreaking concepts, emotional depth, and the visionary minds behind it, including Christopher Nolan and his brother Jonathan. We'll discuss the unforgettable performances by Matthew McConaugh…
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Join us in this special episode as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the iconic teen comedy “American Pie”! Released in 1999 and directed by Paul Weitz, this film redefined the coming-of-age genre with its hilarious and heartfelt exploration of adolescence. We’ll take a nostalgic journey back to the era, discussing how Adam Herz's clever writing…
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Join us for this special episode as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of the iconic horror film “A Nightmare on Elm Street.” We delve into the genius of Wes Craven, exploring how his groundbreaking vision shaped the horror genre and introduced us to the unforgettable Freddy Krueger, played masterfully by Robert Englund. We’ll take a nostalgic look …
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Join us in this spine-chilling bonus episode of our Tales of Horror series as Jackson is back so we can dive deep into the terrifying depths of the 1997 sci-fi horror classic, “Event Horizon.” Directed by Paul W.S. Anderson and featuring an incredible cast including Laurence Fishburne, Sam Neill, Kathleen Quinlan, Joely Richardson, Jason Isaacs, an…
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In this spine-chilling bonus episode of our Tales of Horror series, Jackson is back and just because spooky season is technically over, doesn’t mean we can’t delve deep into the heart of darkness with Neil Marshall’s cult classic, "The Descent." Join us as we explore the harrowing journey of a group of friends—played by the talented Shauna Macdonal…
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Join us in this spine-chilling final episode of this year’s Tales of Horror series as we commemorate the 20th anniversary of the iconic horror film "Saw." We dive deep into the creative minds of James Wan and Leigh Whannell, exploring how their groundbreaking vision transformed the horror genre forever. We'll discuss unforgettable performances by C…
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In this spine-chilling episode of our Tales of Horror series, we dive into the eerie world of "House of Haunted Hill," the 1999 remake of the classic horror film, for its 25th anniversary. Directed by William Malone and featuring a star-studded cast including Geoffrey Rush, Famke Janssen, Taye Diggs, Ali Larter, Bridgette Wilson, and Peter Gallaghe…
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In this spine-tingling yet side-splitting episode of our Tales of Horror series, we dive deep into the world of the cult classic “Idle Hands.” Join us as we explore the unique blend of horror and comedy that has earned this film a dedicated following. We'll discuss its creation with director Rodman Flender and screenwriters Terri Hughes and Ron Mil…
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In this spine-chilling episode of our Tales of Horror series, we journey back to 1980 to explore John Carpenter's atmospheric masterpiece, "The Fog." Join us as we unravel the eerie tale woven by Carpenter and his co-writer Debra Hill, featuring a stellar cast that includes the hauntingly beautiful Adrienne Barbeau, the iconic Jamie Lee Curtis, and…
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In this spine-chilling episode of our Tales of Horror series, we dive deep into the eerie world of the 1999 cult classic “Stir of Echoes”, directed by David Koepp and based on the haunting short story by Richard Matheson. Join us as we explore the supernatural horror that unfolds when ordinary man Tom Witzky, played by Kevin Bacon, is drawn into a …
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In this spine-chilling episode of our Tales of Horror, we explore the haunting world of “The Prowler”, a 1981 slasher film that has earned its place as a cult classic in the horror genre. Join us as we dissect the creative minds behind the film, including director Joseph Zito and screenwriters Neal Barbera and Glenn Leopold. We'll delve into the pe…
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In this thrilling episode of our Tales of Horror series, we dive into the chilling world of “Wes Craven's New Nightmare” for its 30th anniversary and discuss how it’s a film that redefined the horror genre with its clever meta-narrative. Join us as we explore the iconic character of Freddy Krueger, brilliantly portrayed by the legendary Robert Engl…
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Join us in this spine-chilling episode of our Tales of Horror series as we explore “Halloween Kills”! We delve into the creative minds behind the film, including director David Gordon Green and writers Danny McBride and Scott Teems. With an ensemble cast featuring Jamie Lee Curtis, Judy Greer, Andi Matichak, Will Patton, Thomas Mann, Kyle Richards,…
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Join hosts Gaius and Jackson as we celebrate a monumental milestone—200 episodes of Back To The Blockbuster! In this exciting episode, we dive deep into the intriguing world of science fiction and psychological thrillers, exploring two standout films that we individually picked because the other had yet to see the film. First up is Jackson’s pick f…
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In this chilling episode of our Tales of Horror, Jackson is back on board as we dive into the realm of roadside horror with the cult classic “The Hitcher,” directed by Robert Harmon and written by Eric Red. Join us as we explore the haunting journey of young traveler Jim Halsey, portrayed by C. Thomas Howell, who picks up a mysterious hitchhiker, p…
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In this spine-chilling episode, Jackson is back to dive deep into the unsettling world of “Creep,” a critically acclaimed found footage film that pushes the boundaries of psychological horror. Join us as we explore the creative genius of Patrick Brice and Mark Duplass, who masterfully blend storytelling and fear to deliver an unforgettable cinemati…
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In this spine-tingling episode of the Back To The Blockbuster Tales of Horror series, we dive deep into the cult classic Halloween III: Season of the Witch. Join Gaius and special guest, as well as his original horror buddy, David Parke, as they unravel the intriguing tales of horror woven by the creative minds of director Tommy Lee Wallace, and ho…
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Join us for a new episode of the Deep Dive spinoff as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of a cult classic, The Guest! Directed by Adam Wingard and written by Simon Barrett, this episode explores the standout performances from a stellar cast, featuring Dan Stevens, Maika Monroe, Leland Orser, Sheila Kelley, Brendan Meyer, and the late Lance Reddick,…
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In this spine-chilling episode of the Back To The Blockbuster Tales of Horror series, we delve into the haunting world of Bram Stoker's Dracula, a tale that has captivated audiences for over a century. Join us as we explore the iconic 1992 film adaptation directed by Francis Ford Coppola, featuring a star-studded cast including the enigmatic Gary O…
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Join us in this exciting episode of Back To The Blockbuster as we dive into the latest buzz from Hollywood! We kick things off with first reactions to Joker: Folie à Deux, exploring if what critics are saying about this highly anticipated sequel could affect its box office potential. Next, we celebrate Demi Moore’s career-best performance in The Su…
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In this captivating episode of the Deep Dive spinoff, we unravel the complex layers of Christopher Nolan's mind-bending film, “The Prestige” . Join Gaius and special guest Dustin Rybka as we explore the intricate storytelling crafted by Nolan and his brother Jonathan, based on the novel by Christopher Priest. We’ll dissect the intense rivalry betwe…
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Join us in this chilling episode of Back To The Blockbuster as we delve deep into the chilling world of "Psycho II," the haunting sequel that dared to reintroduce the infamous Norman Bates, portrayed masterfully by Anthony Perkins. Directed by Richard Franklin, this film reignited the horror franchise with fresh tension, bringing back beloved chara…
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Join us in this special episode of Back To The Blockbuster as we celebrate the 15th anniversary of Quentin Tarantino's iconic film, "Inglourious Basterds." We dive deep into the captivating world of Nazi Germany through the lens of this cinematic masterpiece, exploring its unforgettable characters brought to life by an incredible cast, including Br…
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In this exciting new episode of Back To The Blockbuster, Jackson is back from a break from class and we’re diving deep into the fascinating world of film with some of the hottest topics making headlines! Join us as we unpack Quentin Tarantino's bold commentary on the portrayal of guns in movies and if he was spot on or too crass with his opinion. W…
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Hey movie buffs! In this episode, we're gonna dive into all the juicy trailer talk, casting rumors, and box office predictions that have been keeping the film industry buzzing. First up, we've got the Megalopolis trailer, and let me tell you, those fake critic quotes are really something else! We'll break down what's going on with that and try to f…
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In this new episode of Back To The Blockbuster, we dive deep into the world of sci-fi and horror as we explore "Alien: Romulus." Join us as we discuss the visionary director Fede Alvarez's unique take on the iconic franchise and what it means for fans and newcomers alike. We'll also shine a spotlight on the talented cast, featuring rising stars Cai…
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Join us for an exciting new episode where we dive into the latest happenings in the world of film and entertainment! In this episode, chat up Deadpool and Wolverine and discuss its latest box office milestone as well as our thoughts on the film. Get our take on the buzzy trailer for “Saturday Night,” directed by Jason Reitman, and don’t miss the bu…
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In this special episode of Back To The Blockbuster, we delve into the iconic film The Sixth Sense, celebrating its 25th anniversary and exploring the cinematic mastery behind M. Night Shyamalan's groundbreaking work. Join us as we analyze the film's intricate storytelling, unforgettable performances, and the innovative techniques that set it apart …
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Welcome to another uproarious episode of our Deep Dive spinoff! Today, we’re donning our best puppet strings and diving headfirst into the deliciously absurd world of Team America: World Police. Gaius is joined by David Rosen of the Piecing It Together Podcast, who chose this comedic cult classic as his pick for Back To The Blockbuster to dive into…
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In this special episode of Back To The Blockbuster, we delve into the haunting legacy of "The Blair Witch Project," a groundbreaking horror film that defined the found footage genre. As we commemorate its 25th anniversary, we explore the film's innovative storytelling techniques and its profound impact on both the horror landscape and independent f…
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In this episode, we dive deep into all the exciting news and updates from this year's San Diego Comic-Con, courtesy of Gaius, who was lucky enough to attend the event. From major casting announcements to new movie trailers, we cover it all. One of the biggest reveals is Robert Downey Jr. rejoining the MCU and being cast as Dr. Doom, a role that fan…
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Join us as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the iconic film "Eyes Wide Shut" directed by the legendary Stanley Kubrick. We delve into the complex world of Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman's characters as they navigate issues of jealousy, desire, and secrecy in their marriage. Explore the themes of sexual liberation, societal expectations, and the b…
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Welcome to this week's episode of Back To The Blockbuster, where we dive into the latest news and updates in the world of entertainment. In this episode, we discuss the Longlegs, featuring insights on actors such as Nicolas Cage and Maika Monroe, as well as the tension filled direction of Oz Perkins. We also explore the exciting Gladiator II traile…
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In this special episode, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the iconic superhero film, Spider-Man 2. Directed by Sam Raimi and starring Tobey Maguire as the titular hero, this film is widely regarded as one of the best comic book adaptations of all time. Join us as we delve into the spectacular world of Spider-Man 2 and explore the unforgettable …
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In honor of the 45th anniversary of the iconic film "Alien," this episode explores the groundbreaking work of director Ridley Scott and the talented cast that brought this science fiction horror masterpiece to life. From the unforgettable performances of Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerritt, John Hurt, Veronica Cartwright, Harry Dean Stanton, Ian Holm, a…
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Welcome to this week's episode of our Deep Dive spin-off, where we are taking a deep dive into the 1993 action-packed film, "Last Action Hero." Starring the one and only Arnold Schwarzenegger, along with Austin O'Brien, this movie was way ahead of its time with its meta approach to the action genre. Join Gaius and special guest Dustin Rybka of the …
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In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the latest news and updates from the world of entertainment. We start off by discussing the exciting news that Megalopolis has secured distribution from Lionsgate, giving fans of the highly anticipated film something to look forward to. However, the news of another director leaving the Blade project rai…
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Join us in this special episode as we celebrate the 35th anniversary of the iconic film "Batman" released in 1989. Directed by the visionary Tim Burton, this film brought a darker and more complex take on the beloved superhero. Starring Jack Nicholson as the infamous Joker and Michael Keaton as Batman, alongside Kim Basinger as the leading lady, th…
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In this special episode commemorating the 35th anniversary of the iconic film Dead Poets Society, we delve deep into the timeless coming-of-age drama that continues to resonate with audiences worldwide. Directed by Peter Weir and written by Tom Schulman, the film stars the legendary Robin Williams alongside a talented ensemble cast including Robert…
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Join us for a deep dive into the cult classic film, "The Perks of Being a Wallflower," directed by Stephen Chbosky. This coming of age story follows the journey of protagonist Charlie, portrayed by Logan Lerman, as he navigates high school life with his eccentric group of friends, played by Emma Watson, Ezra Miller, Mae Whitman, and more. With an a…
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In this episode of Back To The Blockbuster, we delve into the latest casting news for the highly-anticipated sequel to Knives Out, titled Wake Up Dead Man. We also discuss the release of the Alien: Romulus trailer and the surprising R-rating it has received. Additionally, we explore the news that Jeffrey Wright will be reprising his role from the v…
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Welcome back to the latest episode of Back To The Blockbuster, where we dive headfirst into all the juiciest casting news and movie updates that Hollywood has to offer, including the star-studded cast, so far, of Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. We've also got the inside scoop on Nicholas Galitzine stepping into the role of He-Man, Mahershal…
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Get ready to unwrap the hilarity in this episode as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of "The Mummy" from 1999! Join us as we dive into the action-packed world of Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz, and the rest of the gang as they battle it out against the undead in this epic adventure. From the iconic performances to the thrilling storyline, we'll expl…
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In this episode, we delve into the diverse filmography of acclaimed director Scott Cooper, known for his powerful and gritty storytelling in films such as "Crazy Heart," "Out of the Furnace," "Black Mass," "Hostiles," "Antlers," and "The Pale Blue Eye." Through in-depth analysis and discussion, we explore Cooper's unique directing style, his abilit…
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Get ready to travel back in time to the year 1999 with this special anniversary episode of our podcast! We're diving deep into the political comedy film "Election" directed by the one and only Alexander Payne. Join us as we revisit the hilarious antics of Tracy Flick, played by Reese Witherspoon, and the bumbling high school teacher Jim McAllister,…
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Get ready for a jam-packed episode of all the latest news and updates in the world of film and television! From new Lord of the Rings films to Zac Efron potentially joining a Ti West project, there's no shortage of exciting developments to discuss. But that's not all - we've got the scoop on Bryan Fuller stepping away from the A24 Friday the 13th s…
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The Back To The Blockbuster team looks back at the epic historical war film, Troy, for its 20th anniversary. Directed by Wolfgang Petersen and written by David Benioff, the film is loosely based on Homer’s Iliad in its narration of the entire story of the decade-long Trojan War. Starring Brad Pitt, Eric Bana, Orlando Bloom, Sean Bean, Brian Cox, Br…
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The Back To The Blockbuster team is going back 20 years to revisit Hellboy, written and directed by Guillermo del Toro. The film is based on the Dark Horse Comics character of the same name, created by Mike Mignola, and stars Ron Perlman in the title role, alongside Selma Blair, Jeffrey Tambor, Karel Roden, Rupert Evans, and John Hurt. The movie dr…
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