AKAPAD the FILM BUFF Podcast

Mar 13 2025 804 ep. 21 mins
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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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BETTER MAN - is a better movie

Mar 13 2025 8 mins  
As episodes of The Film Buff accumulated, a clearer definition of the show began to emerge from the shadows. At its core, The Film Buff is driven by a singular mission: to watch films and ensure that audiences know—without a doubt—that Peter A DeLuca has experienced them firsthand.In a landscape where film criticism is often tainted by fleeting internet opinions and the lingeri

DAREDEVIL (2003) - Memories of

Mar 12 2025 12 mins  
AKAPAD The Film Buff shares his memories of first seeing Daredevil and his later quest to track down the DVD Director’s Cut.Back in 2003, Daredevil was poised to be Marvel’s next big hit, following the world-changing success of 2002’s Spider-Man. However, what audiences received was unexpected. Despite its serious tone and faithful portrayal of the character’s arc, the film

DEAD MONEY - Now on HULU

Mar 11 2025 11 mins  
Dead Money" is exactly the kind of film that fuels AKAPAD The Film Buff’s passion for cinema. Join Peter, your obsessive Film Freak, as he dives into why movies like this bring him pure joy. Blending the high-stakes intensity of The Hustler with the over-the-top energy of The Big Hit, this film delivers a unique cinematic punch. But don’t worry—The Film Buff is here to b

ANORA

Mar 10 2025 10 mins  
The Film Buff dives into the 2024 Best Picture winner, Anora, with unfiltered enthusiasm and sharp analysis.

THE WAR OF THE ROHIRRIM - AMERICAN ANIME

Mar 09 2025 10 mins  
The Film Buff’s Animation Weekend takes on The Lord of the Rings like never before!This time, we dive into The War of the Rohirrim—a two-hour-plus anime that expands the world of Middle-earth while staying true to Peter Jackson’s legendary films. Exploring events that connect to The Fellowship of the Ring, this film promises to deepen the lore.But there’s a bigger question

INVINSIBLE from AMAZON - is a Simon Racioppa show

Mar 08 2025 11 mins  
Welcome to another episode of Animation Weekend! This time, The Film Buff tackles a big question: Is Amazon’s hit series Invincible the pinnacle of American adult animation? We dive deep into the answer, with a special focus on showrunner Simon Racioppa.

THE BRUTALIST - the best film of 2024

Mar 07 2025 10 mins  
Today the Film Buff has a brief discussion on the best film of the year and the best drama of the decade. The Brutalist Those who brought us The Brutalist Main Cast:Joel Edgerton – László TothMarion Cotillard – Erzsébet TothMark RylanceSebastian StanVanessa KirbyIsaac PowellStacy MartinMain Crew:Director: Brady CorbetWriters: Brady Corbet, Mona FastvoldCinematographer: Lol C

MIKE MIGNOLA DRAWING MONSTERS

Mar 03 2025 10 mins  
Comic book documentaries are rare—frankly, there aren’t nearly enough. But among the few that exist, this one stands above the rest. The Film Buff explores the highs and lows of this masterfully told saga about Hellboy creator Mike Mignola.

WATCHMEN CHAPTER 2 - DC Animation

Mar 02 2025 11 mins  
Watchmen Chapter 1 was a huge disappointment for The Film Buff, but curiosity got the best of Peter when Chapter 2 became available on HBO Max. As a film, animation, and Watchmen expert, what does AKAPAD have to say about this one?

TWENTY SOMETHING (2021) -Spark Shorts

Mar 01 2025 10 mins  
It's the weekend, and the AKAPADers know that means it's time for animation. In observance of Black History Month, The Film Buff has discovered a short film whose originality is truly admirable. In this episode, Peter highlights the vision of Aphton Corbin, revealing why this short resonates so deeply with all of us in the most poignant ways.