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The Blues Brothers (1980) - with actor Kyle Merrick

Greetings! In this episode of Stamper Cinema, we’re putting the band back together to talk about the 1980 cult comedy classic The Blues Brothers. What began as a quirky musical sketch on Saturday Night Live somehow evolved into one of the most unique films of its era. 
Joining us to break it all down is actor Kyle Merrick. We explore how a genuine love for blues and soul music turned a late-night comedy bit into a real touring band, and eventually into a major Hollywood production directed by John Landis.
The episode covers the film’s simple but effective story: newly released ex-con Jake Blues and his brother Elwood embark on a “mission from God” to reunite their band and save the Catholic orphanage that raised them. Along the way they dodge police, anger rival musicians, and leave an absolutely insane trail of destruction across Chicago.
We also look at the film’s incredible musical lineup, featuring legendary performers like James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, and Cab Calloway.
Other topics include:
The chaotic and ambitious production of the film
The record-setting car chases and stunt work
The lasting legacy of The Blues Brothers as one of the most successful films based on an SNL sketch
The movie’s cultural impact and continued popularity with audiences
Of course, no conversation about The Blues Brothers would be complete without revisiting some of the film’s most iconic and quotable lines, including the legendary “106 miles to Chicago” speech and the famous declaration that the brothers are “on a mission from God.”
Enjoy!
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The Blues Brothers links
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080455/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Blues_Brothers_(film)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZ5gCGJorKk
Kyle Merrick links
https://anarchyforaday.com/about
Stamper Cinema links
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Flix & Sips Presents: A Pod of the Seven Kingdoms - Episode 6 (aka The Caravan Departs After the Roast)

In this episode we discuss the season 1 finale from HBO's A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, 'The Morrow'. 
Listen on as John and I look back and even look forward. 
Episode Rating: 8/10
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27497448/
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Flix & Sips Presents: A Pod of the Seven Kingdoms - Episode 5 (aka Get Up!)

In this episode we discuss the season 1, episode 5 from HBO's A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, 'In the Name of the Mother'. 
Listen on as John and I pour one out for the King that Never Was - or several
Episode Rating: 9.5/10
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27497448/
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Flix & Sips Presents: A Pod of the Seven Kingdoms - Episode 4 (aka I will take Ser Duncan's Side)

In this episode we discuss the season 1, episode 4 from HBO's A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, 'Seven'.
Episode Rating: 9/10
Flix & Sips Beverages: John is drinking a Guinness, Andrew is drinking a Bell's Best Brown
Guinness Rating - 8/10
Bell's Best Brown - 6.5/10
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Labyrinth (1986) - with author Bria Rose

Greetings! This week on Stamper Cinema, we step into the strange, magical, and endlessly quotable world of Jim Henson’s Labyrinth. Released in 1986 and starring Jennifer Connelly and an unforgettable David Bowie as the Goblin King, Labyrinth blends fantasy, music, puppetry, and dream logic into a film that has grown from box office disappointment into beloved cult classic. And joining us to bring it all to live is author Bria Rose (Her Dark Promise). 
Listen on as we break down the film’s fairy-tale plot, coming-of-age themes, and groundbreaking practical effects, while celebrating Jim Henson’s ambitious vision and Bowie’s iconic performance. From quotable lines to unforgettable creatures, Labyrinth remains a fearless and imaginative film that continues to resonate with audiences nearly four decades later. Enjoy!
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Labyrinth links
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Labyrinth_(1986_film)
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091369/
Bria Rose links
https://authorbriarose.com
https://www.instagram.com/authorbriarose/?hl=en
https://www.amazon.com/Her-Dark-Promise-Romance-Retelling-ebook/dp/B0D3K17MK3
Stamper Cinema link
https://www.stampercinema.com
 

Flix & Sips Presents: A Pod of the Seven Kingdoms - Episode 3 (aka The Noble Squire)

Greetings! In this week's episode we break down episode 3 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. Things are starting to pick up. 

Flix & Sips Presents: A Pod of the Seven Kingdoms - Episode 2 (aka The Legacy of Ser Arlan)

Greetings! In this episode, John and I discuss episode 2 of the all-new HBO series - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
 
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Flix & Sips: The Hunt for Red October (1990)

Greetings! In this episode we dive deep beneath the surface with The Hunt for Red October, the classic Cold War thriller that proves tension doesn’t need explosions. Directed by John McTiernan and based on Tom Clancy’s bestselling novel, the film stars Sean Connery as legendary Soviet submarine captain Marko Ramius and Alec Baldwin as CIA analyst Jack Ryan.
We break down the film’s plot, themes, and legacy, while unpacking why this remains one of the smartest military thrillers ever made. The conversation explores Jack Ryan as a character, focusing on Baldwin’s more analytical, grounded portrayal and how it compares to later versions of Ryan across film and television.
This being a Flix & Sips episode, we also nerd out on Navy life, submarine warfare, military protocol, General Quarters (aka - Battle Stations). And yes, there will be drinking games. 
Pour a drink, listen closely, and remember: one ping only. 🍻⚓
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Flix & Sips Presents: A Pod of the Seven Kingdoms - Episode I

Greetings! In this episode, John and I discuss episode 1 of the all-new HBO series - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
 
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Flix & Sips: A Few Good Men (1992)

Greetings! In this week’s episode of Stamper Cinema, we’re raising a glass for a Flix & Sips discussion on Rob Reiner’s A Few Good Men. Written by Aaron Sorkin and loaded with endlessly quotable dialogue, this 1992 courtroom classic pits military authority against moral responsibility.
Join us as John and I break down the plot surrounding the death of Private William Santiago, the infamous “Code Red,” and Tom Cruise’s Lieutenant Daniel Kaffee, in one of the most important performances of his career. The conversation also dives into military etiquette, uniforms, and rank, and how power and hierarchy shape every scene in the film.
From Rob Reiner’s steady direction to Sorkin’s sharp screenplay, and of course Jack Nicholson’s iconic turn as Colonel Jessup (plus a few Nicholson anecdotes), we cover why this movie still hits hard more than 30 years later. Enjoy!
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A Few Good Men links
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0104257/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Few_Good_Men
Related Links
Kevin Pollack + Jack Nicholson 'Surreal'
Rob Reiner + Jack Nicholson 'Reaction Shots'
Stamper Cinema links
https://www.stampercinema.com/
https://www.stampercinema.com/a-conversation-about-freddy-moore-with-renee-schyjer/